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LX1200TR Touch Monitor
USER’S MANUAL
www.planar.com
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Usage Notice ........................................................................................................................................................................... 3 Precautions .......................................................................................................................................................................... 3 In a vehicle .................................................................................................................
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Usage Notice WARNING: TO AVOID FIRE OR SHOCK HAZARDS, DO NOT EXPOSE THE MONITOR TO RAIN OR MOISTURE. WARNING: TO AVOID THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT OPEN OR DISASSEMBLE THE MONITOR. DOING SO WILL VOID THE WARRANTY. Precautions To maximize the life and safe use of your unit, always be sure to follow the warnings, precautions, and maintenance recommendations in this user’s manual. In a vehicle • The monitor should be visible to the driver only if it is used for navigation, system co
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Introducing the Planar LX1200TR Touch Monitor The LX1200TR is a high-performance, rugged touch monitor intended for demanding environments, such as those inside motor vehicles. The monitor features a 12.1-inch diagonal liquid crystal display, with SVGA resolution, bright enough to be read in full sunlight. The monitor also includes stereo speakers, and a sturdy magnesium enclosure that can withstand shock and vibration. Front View 12.1-inch diagonal Touch screen screen size provides an
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Bottom View USB port (Type A, accessible from the front) for connecting a peripheral device Volume control dial Speaker (on each side) Brightness control dial Audio input (3.5mm jack plug) USB port (Type A) for connecting a VGA signal input peripheral device Power interrupt connector USB port (Type B) for 12 VDC power input connecting the touchscreen to the remote computer Features • The brightness control allows you to easily adjust the display to match the ambient light
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Package Contents The following items are shipped with the display. If any of these are not in the shipping container, please contact Planar. Touch Screen Driver Installation CD-ROM LX1200 Touch Monitor Power Input Cable Planar Landing Strip — includes safety, warranty, and Planar contact information Note: Mounting hardware and connecting cables sold separately. LX1200TR User’s Manual (020-0512-00A) Page 6 of 20
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Installing the LX1200TR Installing the LX1200TR monitor consists of three steps: 1. Mounting the monitor using the mounting interface built into the monitor’s back cover — see below. 2. Connecting the monitor to the computer and power source — see page 8. 3. Installing the touch screen driver software — see page 11. Before Installing Keep the following in mind while installing the monitor. • The monitor should be visible to the driver only if it is used for navigation, system control, or
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Step 2 — Connecting the Monitor Once the LX1200TR is mounted in place, connect it to the computer (or other video source) and the 12 VDC power supply as follows. Note: This procedure refers to connections to and from the computer. However, depending on your particular hardware configuration, these connections may be to a dock or other device rather than directly to the computer. 1. As needed, route any data and power cables from the computer to the monitor. 2. Make sure the computer is
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4. Connect the power supply and power interrupt cables (for the All-In-One power switch, if your computer or docking station is so equipped) to the connectors on the bottom of the monitor. See the following diagram for connector locations. Notes: If needed, connect an audio cable to the audio port on the monitor, and to the headphone or audio line output connector on the computer. If an external keyboard or other USB device will be used with the monitor, plug it into either of the
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5. Turn on power to the computer. The monitor then turns on as soon as it receives a video signal from the computer, and its LED turns green. Also, the first time the monitor is powered up, it automatically displays a test pattern of repeating colored screens (black, white, red, green, and blue) until video a video signal is detected. 6. The LX1200 monitor is Windows plug and play compatible. Install the monitor’s driver software and configure the monitor’s touch screen as needed —
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Step 3 — Installing the Touch Screen Driver Before using the monitor for the first time if desired, install its driver software from the Touch Screen Driver Installation CD-ROM included with the monitor or from www.planar.com/support. Note: The LX1200 touchscreen monitor is Plug-and-Play compatible, and requires only Microsoft Windows ® 2000 or XP and a USB connection to operate. For enhanced touch screen features (including drag and drop, touch activation on lift-off, enhanced touch ac
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7. Click 10 or 12 bit controller 8. Click finish 9. Reconnect the USB cable to the computer prior to use. 10. Please note: if the touch screen isn’t active, simply reboot your system. Please read "Readme.txt" located in the unzipped file folder for additional information and assistance. LX1200TR User’s Manual (020-0512-00A) Page 12 of 20
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Using the LX1200TR Monitor Controls Power indicator LED Volume control Brightness control Power button Control Function Volume control dial Increases and decreases the volume of the display. Power button Turns the connected computer on and off — see page 14 for details. Power indicator LED Shows the power state of the monitor: Green: power is on, all systems OK Amber: display brightness is fully turned down (“blanked”) Red: the monitor is receiving no video input Off: D
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Turning the Monitor On and Off The monitor’s power button controls power to the computer. The monitor itself turns its display on and off according to whether it is receiving a video signal. • To turn on the computer, press the power button on the front of the monitor. The monitor then turns on when it receives a good video signal from the computer (and the monitor’s power indicator turns from red to green). • To turn off the computer, press the power button again. Note: Be sure to config
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Appendices Troubleshooting the Monitor If you have trouble with the LX1200TR monitor, try to solve the problem using the suggestions in the following lists in the order shown. If the problem persists, please contact Planar (see “Contact Information” at the end of this Manual). Note: Refer to the computer’s documentation for help with configuring the computer’s settings. Problem: No image appears. • Make sure the brightness is not turned all the way down. • Make sure all data and power c
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Specifications Dimensions • Size: 313 mm (12.3 in) width x 267 mm (10.5 in) height x 46 mm (1.8 in) thickness • Screen size: 12.1 inch diagonal • Weight: 5 kg maximum LX1200TR User’s Manual (020-0512-00A) Page 16 of 20
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Video Specifications • Input: standard VGA • Resolution: SVGA (800 x 600); supports 1024 x 768 (XGA) and 640 x 480 (VGA) • Response time: < 35 ms (typical) • Viewing angle: 140° horizontal, 45° up, 55° down (typical) 2 • Brightness: 315 cd/m , transflective panel (typical) 2 • Brightness in high ambient light conditions: 1000 cd/m • Contrast: > 250:1 at ambient illumination level ≤ 5 lux (typical) • Autosync: on power-up and any change of video mode, will automatically detect any suppo
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Immunity Characteristics • EN55024:1998+A1:2001 • IEC 61000-4-2:2001 Electrostatic Discharge Immunity Test • IEC 61000-4-3:2002 Radiated Radio-Frequency Electromagnetic Field Immunity Test • IEC 61000-4-4:1995+A1:2000+A2: 2001 Electrical Fast Transient/Burst Immunity Test • IEC 61000-4-5:2001 Surge Immunity Test • IEC 61000-4-6:2001 Immunity to Conducted Disturbances, Induced by Radio-Frequency Fields • IEC 61000-4-8:2001 Power Frequency Magnetic Field Immunity Test • IEC 61000-4-11:2001
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Connectors • J1: Video input 15 pin D-Sub VGA, female, Zhangjiagang SBFR15 or equivalent • J2: Power interrupt CviLux CP35 2P*H00 (black); terminal part number 43030-0007 Mating connector is Molex Micro Fit Jr., Molex part number 43025-0200, terminal part number 43030-0007. The power interrupt switch is connected to a single pole single throw normally open push button (SPST N.O) switch. This can be connected to your docking station or computer’s power button. • J3: Audio i
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For connecting peripheral USB devices, powered (I assume??) Support and Service Planar is a U.S. company based in Beaverton, Oregon and Espoo, Finland, with a world-wide sales distribution network. Full application engineering support and service are available to make the integration of Planar displays as simple and quick as possible for our customers. RMA Procedure: For a Returned Material Authorization number, please contact Planar Systems, Inc. with the model number(s) and serial number
