Rockwell Automation 6185-C User Manual

Industrial 15" and 12.1" Flat Panel Monitors

Bulletin 6185-C and Bulletin 6185-B

Installation and User Manual

Bulletin 6185-C and 6185-B Industrial Flat Panel Monitors

6185-C and 6185-B Industrial Flat Panel Monitors........... 5

Description .............................................................................. 6

Part Numbers........................................................................... 8

6185-C Monitor Hazardous Locations.................................... 9

Power Indicators...................................................................... 9

Installing Your Monitor ........................................................ 10

Before you Begin..................................................................... 10

Installing Your Monitor........................................................... 12

Making Connections.............................................................. 15

Connecting the Monitor........................................................... 15

Safety Considerations.............................................................. 16

Connecting a Host Video Source............................................. 16

Connecting the Touchscreen Interface (Optional)................... 17

Connecting Power ................................................................... 17

Configuring Video Setup....................................................... 20

Setting Up Your Workstation................................................... 21

Starting the Screen Setup Utility............................................. 24

Adjusting Your Monitor with the OSD.................................... 25

Full Range Dimming Control (Optional 6185-C Only)......... 31

Calibrating the Video Gain...................................................... 33

Performing Routine Maintenance........................................ 34

Cleaning................................................................................... 34

Replacing a Line Cord............................................................. 34

Other Maintenance.................................................................. 34

Troubleshooting and Support............................................... 35

Troubleshooting....................................................................... 35

Allen-Bradley Support ............................................................ 37

Appendix A: Installing Your Monitor in a Rack................ 38

Installing the 6185-C with Optional Rack Adapters................ 38

Appendix B: Monitor Dimensions........................................ 41

6185-C Dimensions................................................................. 41

6185-B Dimensions................................................................. 44

Appendix C: Touchscreen Serial Interface ......................... 46

Description .............................................................................. 46

Setting Up the Touchscreen Interface...................................... 46

Appendix D: Video Cables.................................................... 49

HD-15 V ideo Connector.......................................................... 49

Appendix E: Product Specifications.................................... 50

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Important User Information

electromechanical equipment. "Safety Guidelines for the Application, Installation, and Maintenance of Solid State Controls" (Publication SGI-1.1) describes some important differences between solid state equipment and hard-wired electromechanical devices. Because of this difference, and because of the wide variety of uses for solid state equipment, all persons responsible for applying this equip ment must satisfy themselves that each intended application of this equipment is acceptable.

In no event will Rockwell Automation be responsible or liable for indirect or consequential damages resulting from the use or application of this equipment. The examples and diagrams in this manual are included solely for illustrative purposes. Because of the many variables and requirements associated with any particular installation, Rockwell Automation cannot assume responsibility or liability for actual use based on the examples and diagrams.

No patent liability is assumed by Rockwell Automation with respect to use of the information, circuits, equipment, or software described in this manual.

Reproduction of the contents of this manual, in whole or in part, without written permission of Rockwell Automation is prohibited.

Throughout this manual, we use notes to make you aware of safety considerations.

ATTENTION:

lead to personal injury or death, property damage, or economic loss.

Important:

Identifies information that is especially important for successful application and understanding of the product.

Solid state equipment has operational characteristics differing from those of

Identifies information about practices or circumstances th at can

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Bulletin 6185-C and 6185-B Industrial Flat Panel Monitors

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6185-C and 6185-B Industrial

6185-C and 6185-B Industrial6185-C and 6185-B Industrial Flat Panel Monitors

Flat Panel Monitors

Flat Panel MonitorsFlat Panel Monitors

This manual provides installation, operation, and maintenance instructions for the Allen-Bradley 6185-C and 6185-B monitors.

This manual supports the following Rockwell Automation models:

• 15.0” Panel mount (6185-C)

• 12.1” Panel mount (6185-B)

Note:

Figure 1 6185-C and 6185-B Panel Mount

If you want to place your monitor into a rack, you can use the optional rack adapters brackets.

Figure 2 6185-C Panel Mount with Optional Rack Adapter Brackets

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Description

The 6185-C and 6185-B monitors offer the following:

• 256K color (18-bit) display

• AC or DC power options

• Plug and Play compatible

• 120°H, 100°V viewing angle

Capabilities specific to the 6185-B include the following:

• Bright (250 nits) Active Matrix-TFT 800x600 display

• Video formats supported from 640x480 to 800x600

Capabilities specific to the 6185-C include the following:

• Bright (200 nits) Active Matrix-TFT 1024x768 display

• Video formats supported from 640x480 to 1024x768

• Class 1, Division 2 Hazardous Area Certification

ATTENTION: The equipment described in this document generates, uses, and emits radio frequency energy. The equipment has been tested and found to comply with FCC Rules, Part 15, subpart J, for Class A computing devices.

The use of non-shielded interface or power cords with Allen-Bradley industrial monitors is prohibited.

Available Options

The following options are available:

• AC and DC power options

• NEMA 4/12 (IP65/IP53 equivalent) or 4X (stainless steel) front panel

options

• Touchscreen options

• Video cable options

• Power cord options

The following are also available for the 6185-C:

• Full-range dimming

• Rack mount adapter brackets (EIA-19 8U)

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Package Contents

The shipping cartons contain the following items:

• Monitor

• Screen setup utility on floppy diskette

• Package of mounting hardware

• AC power cord (optional)

• Video cable (optional)

• This user manual

A monitor with a touchscreen option ships with these additional items:

• Supporting software and manuals

• RS-232 serial extension cable (optional)

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Part Numbers

The part number for your particular unit consists of the Bulletin number (6185) followed by a seven-digit code indicating the size (B or C) and options on your unit.

Following are explanations of the part numbers for the various models of monitors.

Example:

6185

1 2345678

Table A Catalog Number Explanation for 6185-C and 6185-B Monitors

Position Option

Type

4 Touchscreen/

Display Shield

5 Power input

7 Touchscreen

External video cable

serial cable

C A A A A A Z

Option

Letter

B 12.1” Panel Mount Monitor2 Enclosure type C 15.0” Panel Mount Monitor A NEMA 4/12 Aluminum Panel3 Front Panel B NEMA 4X Stainless Steel Panel A Resistive Polished Touchscreen C Resistive Antiglare Touchscreen

W Tempered Glass Anti Reflective Display Shield

Z Polycarbonate Polished Display Shield A 120/240 AC input, USA Power Cord B 120/240 AC input, No Power Cord C 24V DC Input A 6 foot (1.8 meter) HD15-HD15 Cable B 15 foot (4.6 meter) HD15-HD15 Cable Z None A 6 foot (1.8 meter) DE9-DE9 Cable B 15 foot (4.6 meter) DE9-DE9 Cable D 6 foot (1.8 meter) DB9-DB25 Cable Z None A Full Range Dimming, 6185-C only8 Accessories R

Rack Mount Adapter Brackets (EIA19-8U), 6185-C only

Category Description

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6185-C Monitor Hazardous Locat io ns

Power Indicators

See the nameplate label on the 6185-C monitor for certifications.

ATTENTION: In Class I, Division 2 hazardous locations, the panel mount (6185-C) must be wired per the National Electric Code and/or Canadian Electric code as it applies to hazardous locations.

A bi-color LED is provided on the front panel to indicate various operating modes. The following table describes the functions assigned to each color.

Table B Power Indicator LED

LED Color Indication

Green (solid) Power ON, video sync detected (normal operation) Amber (solid) Power ON, loss of video sync or disconnected video

cable

Optional Full Range Dimming is available on 6185-C models. If your monitor has this option, you will have two LEDs. For more details on using the Full Range Dimming functionality and reading the LEDs, see Adjusting the Full Range Dimming Control on page 30.

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Installing Your Monitor

Installing Your MonitorInstalling Your Monitor

Before you Begin

This section describes how to install the 6185-C and 6185-B.

When installing the monitor, it is important to consider environmental factors that could affect performance as well as possible effects from equipment operation on personnel and nearby equipment.

The figure on the left displays the general process to install, connect, and adjust your monitor.

Installation Guidelines

Following these guidelines will help ensure that the monitor provides safe and reliable service.

• Ensure that sufficient power is available from a single phase AC

outlet at the site.

• Ensure that sufficient space is available around air inlets and outlets

to provide the circulation necessary for cooling. Never allow air passages to become obstructed.

• Ensure that the ambient air tempera ture will not exceed the

specified maximum temperature. You may need a user-supplied fan, heat exchanger , or air condit ion er to m eet thi s condit ion in some installations.

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Important

• Leave the monitor’s enclosure or cover in place at all times during

operation. The cover affords protection against high voltages inside the monitor and inhibits radio-frequency emissions that might interfere with other equipment.

• The Federal Communications Commission has prepared a pamphlet

that addresses the problem of radio frequenc y inter ference to radio

Remember that heat rises—many times the temperature at the top of an enclosure is much higher than the rest of the enclosure if the air is not circulating.

This monitor is designed to operate at a range of extremes,

however it is not good design practice to continuously operate the monitor at the highest end of the specified temperature range.

While the product will operate at its highest specified temperature, the overall life span of any electronic device is shortened when it operates at its highest rated temperature.

Installing Your Monitor

and television reception, which should be consulted in case of problems with such interference. This publication, “How to Identify and Resolve Radio/TV Interference Problems” (Stock #004-00000345-4) may be obtained from the US Government Printing Office, Washington, DC 20402.

• Determine the minimum and maximum ambient humidity for the

monitor by consulting the Appendix E: Product Specifications on page 50. Ensure that the humidity of the ambient air will not exceed these limits. In very dry environments, static charges build up very readily. Proper grounding of the equipment through the AC power cord can help reduce the likelihood of static discharges, which may cause shocks and damage electronic components.

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Installing Your Monitor

Panel mount monitors are designed to provide protection against water and dust to NEMA 4 (IP65) and NEMA 12 (IP53) standards.

Slides or shelves are not required because the panel mount monitor is designed to be supported by the panel in which it is installed.

Note:

Using optional rack adapters, you can install the 6185-C into a rack. For procedures, skip this section and see Appendix A: Installing Your Monitor in a Rack on page 38.

Figure 3 Generic Panel Mount Diagram

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Tools Needed

In addition to the tools required to make the panel cutout, you will need the following tools:

• 3/8" deep well socket

• ¼" drive extension – 6" or longer

• ¼" drive ratchet or ¼" drive torque ratchet

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Panel Mounting Guidelines

Observe the following precautions before installing the unit in a panel:

• Confirm that there is adequate space behind the panel. Remember to

allow extra space (0.5 in. or 12.7 mm behind and on each side) for air circulation.

− For a 6185-C, a cabinet with a minimum depth of 4.4 in. (112mm)

is sufficient.

− For a 6185-B, a cabinet with a minimum depth of 3.25 in.

(82.6mm) is sufficient.

• Take precautions so that metal cuttings do not enter any components

that are already installed in the panel.

• Supporting panels should be at least 14 gauge to ensure proper

sealing against water and dust and to provide proper support. The mounting hardware supplied accommodates panels up to 0.25 in. (6.35 mm) thick.

Note:

Supporting panels must be cut and drilled to specifications before installation.

ATTENTION: Failure to follow these warnings may result in personal injury or damage to the panel components.

Before Unpacking the Monitor

Before unpacking a new monitor, inspect the shipping carton for damage. If damage is visible, immediately contact the shipper and request assistance. Otherwise, proc eed with unpa ck ing.

Note:

Make sure you keep the original packaging for the monitor in case you need to return the monitor for repair.

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1. Prepare panel cutout for monitor. Refer to specific cutout drawings in Appendix B: Monitor Dimensions on page 41.

2. Carefully remove the monitor from its packaging.

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3. If access to the side of the monitor is not available following installation, attach the power and video cables to the side of the monitor at this time. Refer to the figure on Page 15.

4. Install the monitor in the prepared cutout.

5. Install the lock nuts and washers, supplied with the monitor, around the perimeter of the monitor. Extra lock nuts and washers are provided.

Note:

Use #10-32 or M5 self-locking nuts for mounting.

ATTENTION: You must apply nuts and washers on all studs for NEMA 4/12 fluid applications.

6. Tighten all mounting nuts evenly to a torque of 24 inch-pounds.

ATTENTION: Mounting nuts must be tightened to a torque of 24 inch-pounds to provide panel seal and avoid potential damage. Rockwell Automation assumes no responsibility for water or chemical damage to the monitor or other equipment within the enclosure due to improper installation.

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Making Connections

Making ConnectionsMaking Connections

Connecting the Moni tor

Side panels of both the 6185-C and 6185-B monitors have connectors for attaching cables to accomplish the following:

• Connecting to a host video source (HD-15 VGA connector)

• Connecting to a host touchscreen

• Connecting to AC power (IEC connector) or DC power (terminal

block)

In the figure on the left, the gray shaded areas represent where you are now in the general process to install, connect, and adjust your monitor.

Monitor Connections

The following figure shows standard configurations for your monitor.

Note:

Figure 4 6185-C and 6185-B Monitor Connections

Some connectors on your monitor may differ slightly from the following figure.

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Safety Considerations

Connecting a Host Video Source

When connecting the monitor, note the following safety considerations:

ATTENTION: EXPLOSION HAZARD! – Substitution of components (6185-C) may impair suitability for Class I, Div. 2.

EXPLOSION HAZARD! – Do not disconnect equipment (6185-C) unless power has been switched off or the area is known to be non-hazardous.

The video connection to the host is made through a HD-15 (female) connector located on the side panel.

Note:

To establish a signal using the HD-15 connector:

1. Obtain a shielded, properly terminated video cable of length as short as possible. Longer cables (up to approximately 75 feet in some cases) may be used, provided they are properly constructed. Your package may include a six-foot or 15-foot video cable, if specified.

For more information on using a HD-15 video cable to connect to the host computer, see page 49.

2. Connect one end of the cable to the female HD-15 video input connector on the side panel of the monitor.

3. Connect the other end to the output of any IBM-compatible VGA adapter or other video generator.

Note:

You may connect the monitor to video generators that do not conform to VGA standards. The main requirement is that the generator provides analog RGB video signals (0.714V above reference black into 75 ohms) and separate horizontal and vertical sync signals.

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Connecting the Touchscreen Interface (Optional)

The serial touchscreen interface connection to the host is made through an RS-232 DE-9 (female) D-shell connector located on the side panel.

The optional touchscreen provides a high-resolution touch input system. Driver software included with the package allows the touchscreen to function with many popular DOS and Windows applications as a pointing device (mouse).

Note:

To connect the touchscreen:

1. For units with the touchscreen option, make sure you have one of the optional serial cables.

2. Connect one end of the touchscreen serial cable to the T/S port connector on the side of the monitor.

3. Connect the other end to any communications port on the host computer.

Refer to Appendix C: Touchscreen Serial Interface on page 46 for additional details on the installation and operation of the touchscreen.

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Connecting Power

4. Tighten the captive screws on the cable connector to secure it.

Allen-Bradley monitors can be ordered with either AC or DC power option.

Connecting AC Power

The 6185-C and 6185-B monitors with an AC power option require a single-phase power supply providing 85 to 264V AC at 47 to 70 Hz.

Power must be available at a grounded three-pin outlet located nearby. Whenever possible, connect the monitor to the same AC source that supplies the computer.

To connect AC power to the monitor:

1. Turn off the main switch or breaker.

2. Use the ground terminal of the monitor to establish a chassis-to-earth ground connection. The ground terminal is an M5 screw. Secure one end of a ground strap to the ground terminal. Connect the other end of the ground strap to a good earth ground.

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