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Prepare / Switch on XMT 5
Quickstart
XMT 5 Series
Tip
: Configure the XMT 5
before
fastening it to machines or vehicles, because in
this way software configuration for the WLAN function, for Automatic switch-off, etc.
is significantly simpler and more convenient.
Prerequisites:
• Advantech-DLoG power supply cable
• Advantech-DLoG Preconverter (a special table supply power unit),
to connect the XMT 5 to an AC power supply.
The Preconverter is specially prepared to simulate a vehicle’s
ignition signal: DC+ and Ign are connected with the +Pole of the power supply.
• If you want to operate the XMT 5 using an external mouse or
keyboard, connect this before switching on the device.
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Rotate Screen and Admin Tools
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Configuration with neXt Config
Power supply / Switch on the device
• Connect the XMT 5 to the power supply using an Advantech-DLoG Preconverter.
• Press the <Power>-key (for a short time; max. 1 second).
• The XMT 5 will start.
You can open the
Rotate Screen
and
Admin Tools
(manage user rights) functions
via the XMT 5 context menu.
• The context menu can be opened on the XMT 5 screen with the
right mouse button or by pressing the touch screen (min. 2 sec.).
The following functions and others are available:
• Rotate Screen
– To rotate the current display
• Admin Tools | Recalibrate Touch
– To recalibrate the touch screen
• Don‘t forget:
SaveRegistry
must be executed to save new calibration data.
• Admin Tools | Enter Admin Mode
The
Enter Admin Mode
function
opens the XMT 5 Security Shell.
The Security Shell is used to protect
the system against unintended changes
by standard users.
Caution: You must restart the computer
after setting up the security shell.
!
Notice
: The XMT 5 series is equipped with an integrated, galvanic isolated power
supply for direct voltage. 12/24 VDC and 24/48 VDC models are available.
The output voltage of the Preconverter must be compatible with the input voltage
of the XMT 5. If it is not, the XMT 5 may become badly damaged.
Preconverter and Power supply
cable for XMT 5 Series
XMT 5 Series: XMT 5/7 and XMT 5/10
Your XMT 5 is equipped with the configuration program „DLoG neXt Config“. You can defi-
ne the display brightness, automatic switch-off and front key assignment and other settings
with this program.
Only system administrators may configure the XMT 5.
a) Log on as an administrator
• Click the green
neXt Config
icon in the task bar:
NeXt Config will start.
• Open the menu item
Advanced | Change Mode
.
• Click
Change Mode
.
• Switch to
Admin Mode
. The passwort is: „gold“
• Save the setting.
The neXt Config icon in the task bar will now be yellow.
Admin Mode
is active.
You can now configure the automatic switch-off and the front keys.
b) Configure the automatic switch-off function
Each XMT 5 has been equipped with an automatic shutdown function. This function has
already been pre-configured and governs the power-up and shutdown procedures for the
XMT 5 connected to a car ignition.
The preconfigured settings for each XMT 5 must be adapted for each customer.
• Open the
Switch-Off
menu
in
neXt Config
.
• Check and configure the settings.
• Save your settings
c) Program the keys on the front of the XMT 5
• Open the
Set Front Keys
menu in
neXt Config
.
An interactive graphic appears with the available keys for the XMT 5.
• You can assign specific keyboard commands or program requests
to the front keys there.
• Save your settings
Tip
: The
Set Front Key
settings for an XMT 5 can be exported as a config file and copied
quickly and easily to other devices. You can find more details in the XMT 5 manual
(available from the Advantech-DLoG Download Center).
!
Notice
: If the XMT 5 is configured for switching on with an ignition signal, the
ignition signal must be connected to the power supply plug.
