AMX AXB-TPI/3, Instruction Manual

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TPI Configuration and Usage
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AXB-TPI/3 Touch Panel Interface 3
2.
Exit the AxcessX or HyperTerminal programs.
Setting Up AXlink Communication from Master to the TPI/3
When the TPI/3 is either located too far or inaccessible to a direct PC connection, communication is
done through the Axcess Central Controller (Master). Communication through the Axcess Master
is done via the use of Send Commands that are sent to the device using a specific Device ID
number.
There are two programs that can be used to establish the communication in an Axcess control
system: AXCESSX or HyperTerminal. Both programs use the same sets of commands when
talking either serially or through an Axcess Central Controller.
Setting Up AXlink procedures
1. Note that the refresh rates and resolution options for the panel are 1024 x 768 @ 60 Hz.
2. Follow the procedures for configuring the TPI/3 (in sequence), beginning with the Using
AXCESSX for AXlink communication section on page 17, through Setting up the touch device
through AXlink section on page 18 before attempting to use a touch panel with the AXB-TPI/3.
Using AXCESSX for AXlink communication
1.
Verify the connection of one end of a AXlink cable on the rear of the TPI/3 to the respective
connector location on the Axcess Central Controller.
2.
Verify that the AXB-TPI/3 is receiving power through either an external power source or the
AXlink cable connection from the Controller. The AXB-TPI/3 beeps when you apply power
and again when AXlink communication is detected.
3.
Verify the connection of the DB-15 video cable from your touch panel to the Monitor Out port
at the rear of the TPI/3.
4.
Verify the connection of the mouse/serial cable from the touch monitor to the Mouse Port on
the rear of the TPI/3.
5.
Refer to the Using AXCESSX for serial communication section on page 11 for the steps needed
to open and prepare the program for communication.
Using HyperTerminal for AXlink communication
1. Verify the connection of one end of a AXlink cable on the rear of the TPI/3 to the respective
connector location on the Axcess Central Controller.
2. Verify that the AXB-TPI/3 is receiving power through either an external power source or the
AXlink cable connection from the Controller. The AXB-TPI/3 beeps when you apply power
and again when AXlink communication is detected.
3. Verify the connection of the DB-15 video cable from your touch panel to the Monitor Out port
at the rear of the TPI/3.
4. Verify the connection of the mouse/serial cable from the touch monitor to the Mouse Port on
the rear of the TPI/3.
• Output Resolution displays the horizontal,
vertical, and refresh rate for the monitor
connected to the TPI/3.
• Contrast displays the contrast value
associated with the monitor. The ability to
adjust the contrast value is not available.