3M Touch Systems Proprietary Information
CHAPTER 1
Introduction
3M Touch Systems offers several advanced controllers designed for reliability and easy
installation. Each controller provides superior performance and delivers excellent
stability, sensitivity, accuracy, and fast response.
This reference manual, directed to developers of touch screen systems, provides
installation and configuration information for the 3M Touch Systems EX II serial
capacitive touch screen controller. This document includes information on integrating the
EX II controller into your design, communicating with the controller, installing the
TouchWare or MT 7 software user interface, and troubleshooting setup problems. It also
includes a complete description of the firmware commands, a guide to interpreting status
LED conditions, and controller specifications.
3M Touch Systems is committed to being a premier supplier in touch systems throughout
the world. As a 3M Touch Systems customer, you are aware that we have strong internal
programs that meet or exceed environmental regulations of our customers and the regions
in which we conduct business.
As such, our approach to the European Union Directives 2002/96/EC (WEEE) and
2002/95/EC (RoHS) (the directives) is being addressed in the same rigorous manner. To
ensure compliance with the directives, we are pleased to provide this RoHS compliant
product.
What You Need to Know
This document assumes you are familiar with firmware commands and how to use them.
Executing some commands may alter the performance of your touch product. You should
be aware of the results of using these commands before executing them.
Important Safety Information
Read and understand all safety information before using this product. Follow all
instructions marked on the product and described in this document. Pay close attention to
the following installation warnings and safety precautions.
