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Setup
Thank you for purchasing the Medix 1700SF. Designed with
durability and reliability in mind, the Medix 1700SF meets the
demands in medical environments. Please follow all instructions
to ensure maximum unit performance.
Unpacking
After opening the carton, there will be a Monitor display unit with
an accessory box. Examine the contents to see if there are
damages to the unit and if all accessories are present.
Setting Up
Please read this manual carefully and keep it for future reference.
Safety Instructions & Cleaning
The unit has undergone various tests in order to comply with
safety standards. Inappropriate use of the open frame unit may
be dangerous. Please follow all instructions to ensure your safety
during the installation and operating process.
Transporting & Placement of Unit
1. When moving the unit on a cart; be very cautious. Quick stops,
excessive forces and uneven surfaces may cause the cart to
overturn and risking the unit to fall.
2. If the Monitor display unit does fall on the ground, immediately
turn the power off and disconnect cords. Then contact a service
technician for repairs. Continual use of the unit may cause a fire
or electric shock. Also, do not attempt to repair the unit yourself.
2. Having two or more people transporting the display unit is
recommended. In addition, when installing the unit by
suspending it also requires two or more people.
3. Before suspending the unit, make sure the material used for
suspension is sturdy and stable. If not properly suspended, the
display unit may fall and cause serious injury to people standing
nearby as well as to the unit itself.
4. The display unit may be mounted – only use the mounting
hardware recommended by Tangent.
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Electrical and Power Source
1. The Monitor display unit must operate on a power source as
shown on the specification label. If you are not sure what type of
power supply is used in the area, consult your dealer or local
power supplier.
2. The power cords must not be damaged. Applied pressure,
added heat, and tugging may damage the power cord.
3. The power cord must be routed properly during setup. This
precaution is needed to prevent people from stepping on the
cords or while the unit is suspended to prevent flying objects from
getting tangled with the unit.
4. Do not overload the AC outlets or extension cords. Electrical
shocks or fires may occur from overloading.
5. Do not touch the power source during a thunderstorm.
6. If your hands are wet, do not touch the plug.
7. Use your thumb and index finger, grip firmly on the power cord
to disconnect from the electrical socket. Pulling the power cord
may cause damage.
8. If the unit is not going to be in use for an extended period of
time, remember to disconnect the unit.
9. The Monitor display unit uses voltage between 90-264VAC.
Connect the unit to a power source with the same numerical
value. Please use only the power cord provided to ensure safety
and EMC compliance.
External Environment
1. Do not insert objects into the openings.
2. Do not allow liquids to seep into the internal areas of the
Monitor display unit.
3. Allowing liquids to seep in or inserting objects into the unit may
result in electric shocks and/or short circuit of the internal parts.
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4. Do not place the Monitor display unit in high moisture areas.
5. Do not install the Monitor display unit in a wet environment.
6. Do not place near unit near heat generating sources.
7. Do not place the unit in a location where it will come in contact
with fumes or steam.
8. Remember to keep the Monitor display unit away from the
presence of dust.
9. If water has flowed in or seeped in, immediately disconnect the
open frame unit. Then contact a service technician for repairs.
Ventilation Spacing
1. Do not cover or block the openings on the top and back sides of
the display unit. Inadequate ventilation may cause overheating
thus reducing the lifespan of the unit.
2. Unless proper ventilation is present, do not place unit in an
enclosed area; such as a built-in shelf. Keep a minimum distance
of 10 cm between the display unit and wall.
Cleaning the Unit
(1) Remember to turn off the power source and to unplug the
cord from the outlet before cleaning the unit.
(2) Carefully dismount the unit or bring the unit down from
suspension to clean.
(3) Moisten a soft cloth with diluted neutral detergent to clean the
unit.
(4) Take a dry cloth and wipe the unit dry. Remember to avoid
having liquids seep into the internal components and areas of the
Monitor display unit.
Servicing, Repairing, Maintenance & Safety Checks
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1. If the unit is not functioning properly, observe the performance
level of the display closely to determine what type of service may
be needed.
2. Do not attempt to repair the Monitor display unit on your own.
Disassembling the cover exposes users to high voltages and
other dangerous conditions. Notify and request a qualified service
technician for servicing the unit.
3. If any of the following situations occur, turn the power source
off and unplug the unit. Then contact a qualified service
technician
(a) A liquid was spilled on the unit or objects have fallen into the
unit.
(b) The unit is soaked with liquids.
(c) The unit is dropped or damaged.
(d) Smoke or strange odor is flowing out of the operating unit.
(e) The power cord or plug is damaged.
(f) The unit has become dysfunctional.
4. When replacement parts are needed for the Monitor display
unit, make sure service technicians use replacement parts
specified by Tangent, or those with the same characteristics and
performance as the original parts. If unauthorized parts are used
it may result in starting a fire, electrical shock and/or other
dangers.
The Medix 1700SF Medical Panel PC is based on Intel Core 2 Duo
processor which delivers a performance improvement of more than 100
percent compared to systems running traditional single-core processors.
With two cores, or computing engines, Medix 1700SF can simultaneously
execute two computing tasks. It accommodates one 2.5” SATA hard disk
drive and up to 2GB DDR SODIM.
The high brightness LCD, low noise solution, integrated multimedia
functions and extensive expansion options make them the perfect
platform upon which to build computing applications.
The Medix 1700SF combines all the features of a powerful computer into
a slim and attractive chassis. The Medix 1700SF has a 17” 400 nits TFT
display with 1280 x 1024 resolution.
The Medix 1700SF is a compact, Giga LAN and selectable WLAN network
compatible PC with full safety and medical approval. Combining the
Medix 1700SF into your computing environment can result in cost
savings and efficient improvements.
Common applications include Surgical, Radiology, PACS (Picture
Archiving Communication Systems), LIS (Lab Information Systems) and
Electronic Medical Record. The Medix 1700SF is designed for the medical
environment.
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Package list
Before you begin installing your Medical Station, please make sure that
the following items have been shipped:
• The Medix 1700SF Medical Panel PC
• One CD containing user manual, Tangent drivers
• Power Cable x 1
• Power Adapter x 1
• Touch pen x 1
• Screw x 4 (VESA 75/100 use)
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Features
Intel Core 2 Duo Mobile CPU Solution
17” 400 nits high brightness
High performance and low power system solution
Integrated Compact Flash card reader
Integrated PCMCIA type I/II slot support
Integrated TV tuner with capture card (optional)
Integrated 1.3M pixel Web-CAM (optional)
802.11 b/g wireless LAN Module (optional)
VESA 75/100 compliance Desktop Stand (optional)
VESA 75/100 compliance Wall Mount (optional)
Resistive touch screen (optional)
Plastic construction with medical outlook color
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Specifications
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Hardware Specifications
Display
CPU Support
Disk Drive Space
Expansion
Button
I/O
17” 420 nits SXGA color TFT LCD
Medix 1700SF: Intel® Core 2 Duo T7500 2.2GHz
Medix 1700SF (fanless): Intel
2.5” Hard Disk Drive (SATA-150)
Compact Flash Card reader
One Mini PCI slot; One PCI expansion,
One CF card slot expansion (optional)
One PCMCIA type I/II slot expansion (optional)
1 DC-in w/ lock function
1 PS/2 keyboard and 1 PS/2 mouse
2 Gigabit LAN RJ-45 Connectors
Sound:
1 x Line-in
1 x line-out
1 x Mic-in
2 x 2W Speakers on back side
1 x PCI slot
LCD Specifications
Model Name
Display Type
Max. Resolution
Contrast Ratio
Pixel Pitch (mm)
Luminance (cd/m2)
Viewing Angle
Operating Temperature
Brightness Control
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Core 2 Duo Ultra Low
Voltage U75001.06GHz Processor
4 x internal for Web-CAM, touch screen (optional)
4 x on rear bracket
Medix 1700SF
17” color TFT LCD
1280 x 1024
500 : 1 (Typ)
0.264 (per one triad) x 0.264
420 (TYP)
140°(H)
130°(V)
0°C~ 40°C (32°F~104°F)
Yes
Note:
All Tangent LCD products are manufactured with High precision
technology. However, ther e are a small numb er of d efective pixels in all
LCD panels that are not able to change color. This is a normal occurrence
for all LCD displays from all man ufacture rs and s hould not b e notice able
or objectionable under normal operation. LCD panels are qualified for
industry standard under the following conditions: total 7 dead pixels on
a screen or if there are 3 within 1 inch square area of each other on the
display.
Mechanical Specifications
Architecture
Front Bezel
Color
Mounting / Holder
Construction
Dimension (WxHxD)
Net Weight
Close-frame
Plastic bezel with resistive touch screen
Medical-white
VESA 75/100mm
3mm ABS + PC TYPE Plastic housing
16.5” x 14.2” x 3.2” (420mmx 360mm x 83 mm)
15.62 lb (7.0 kg)
Packing Filler
PE
Environmental Specifications
Operating Temperature
Storage Temperature
Storage Humidity
Vibration
Shock
Drop
EMI / Safety
IP
Noise
Input Power Rating
Power Consumption
0°C to 40°C (32°F ~104°F)
-20°C to 60°C (-4°F ~140°F)
5% to 95%@ 40°C, non-condensing