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General Information
This chapter includes general information about the TPC-2012/TPC-2512
Human Machine Interface (HMI).
Introduction
The TPC-2012/TPC-2512 touch panel computer, a state-of-the-art HMI
based on an
x
86 platform, includes these key features:
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Fanless
—Because the system uses a low-power processor, it does not
need fans, which often are unreliable and cause dust to circulate inside
the equipment.
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Bright display
—The TFT LCD features a 12.1 in. display that meets
industrial demands for clear interfaces.
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Powerful communication capability
—The TPC-2012/TPC-2512 is
a powerful I/O interface for easy communication with other devices.
The I/O interface includes serial ports, a parallel port, and Ethernet and
USB 1.1 support. The TPC-2012/TPC-2512 also supports the PCI/104
expansion slot, making it easy to expand with PCI/104 modules.
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Windows CE support
—In addition to Windows XP support, the
TPC-2012/TPC-2512 supports the Windows CE and Windows XP
embedded platforms. An optional Windows CE operating system
specifically for the TPC-2012/TPC-2512 is available for Windows CE
application programmers.
I/O Ports
The TPC-2012/TPC-2512 includes the following ports:
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One parallel port that supports EPP/ ECP modes
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Four serial ports: RS232 (COM1, COM2, COM3) and RS232/422/485
(COM4)
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One RJ-45 Ethernet port
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Two PS/2 ports: 6-pin mini-DIN ports for keyboard and mouse
