VarTech Systems VTPC150P User Manual - page 9
Turning the system On and Off
Before connecting the Panel Mount PC to power, connect any peri pheral 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 rocker switch located on the bottom
rear panel. Once the Panel Mount PC main swit ch is turned on t he computer power pushbutton
switch must be depressed for Windows to star t. Windows must be properly shut down before
the main power switc h 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 cons erve power, it is highly recommended that t he system be properly shut
down and power turned off when the Panel Mount PC is not in use.
LCD Monitor Warm-up Time
All LCD m onitors need time to become t
hermally s table the first time you turn them on.
Therefore, to achieve more accurate adjustm ents for parameters, allo w the LCD monitor to
warm (be on) for at least 20 minutes before making any screen adjustments.
Maintenance
The Panel Mount PC is designe d to provide optimum servic e and performance with minimal
maintenance inc luding the occ asional ext ernal c leaning. F or cleaning the Panel Mount PC
enclosure follow the suggested guidelines.
General –
NEVER use abrasiv e cleaners or solvent- based cleaners!! Use a clean soft cloth.
The Panel Mount PC should only be opened and se rviced by a qualified technician. Keep the
area around the Panel Mount PC cl ear and free of exc essive dirt or other contaminants. Do not
use water or any liquids on the Panel Mount PC.
For Additional Assistance
Contact Your VarTech Sales Representative
Vartech Systems, Inc.
11529 Sun Belt Ct.
Baton Rouge, LA 70809
800-223-8050
Fax: 225-297-2440
www.vartechsystems.com
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