VarTech Systems VTPC150P User Manual - page 8
15.0 Panel Mount PC
486-0002-00
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Power Connection (Power In)
The Panel Mount PC includes an AC line cord which is 6ft long. The power input receptacle is
located on the bottom rear panel of the system.
Serial Connections (COM 1)
The Panel Mount PC is supplied with a serial connector configured for RS-232. The connector is
a 9 pin female connectors and can be set up for any baud rate from 300 to 19.2 baud. The
connector is located on the bottom panel of the system.
Ethernet Connections (LAN)
The Panel Mount PC is supplied with integrated Ethernet. The interface will support
10/100/1000 BaseT connection to a local area network (LAN). The Panel Mount PC is supplied
with a RJ-45 female connector located on the bottom panel of the system.
USB Connections (USB 1-2)
The Panel Mount PC is supplied with six USB 2.0 connectors. Two connectors are located on
the front panel behind a protective cover and four connectors are located on the bottom panel of
the system.
IEEE 1394
The Panel Mount PC is supplied with a single 1394
port
which can be used to connect up 63
external devices. The connector is located on the bottom panel of the system. Like
USB
,
1394 supports both
Plug-and-Play
and
hot plugging
.
Turning the system On and Off
Before connecting the Panel Mount PC to power, connect any peripheral devices. As a general
rule, any peripheral device should only be connected or disconnected when the Panel Mount PC
is off with the exception of any USB or 1394 peripheral.
The Panel Mount PC is turned on using the main On-Off rocket switch located on the bottom
rear panel. Once the Panel Mount PC main switch is turned on the computer power pushbutton
switch must be depressed for Windows to start. Windows must be properly shut down before
the main power switch is turned off to prevent the chance of corrupting files in the operating
system.
The Panel Mount PC is rated for continuous duty. However, to extend the life of the various
components and conserve power, it is highly recommended that the system be properly shut
down and power turned off when the Panel Mount PC is not in use.