Table of Contents PageRevision History 4Scope 4Overview 4Product Update Information 4Trademarks 4Quality Control Procedures 5Warranty Policy 5Service Policy 5Tech Support Contacts 5Website Information 5Introduction to this Guide 6Warranty Conditions 6Safety Symbols & Terms 6
Offloading & Handling 26Chapter 2A- Andon Display Pre-Installation Set up Guide 28
Pre installation Setup Objectives for non-PC Version Displays 29Chapter 3A- Andon Display External Connections 30
Music Decibel Level and Remote Speaker Distances 32Chapter 4A- Andon Display Installation 34Chapter 5- Routine Maintenance 41Chapter 6- Troubleshooting 42
Schematic Drawing of Factory Vision Internal PC Marquee Board 42Schematic Drawing of Factory Vision Non-Internal PC Marquee Board 43Schematic Drawing of Factory Vision Andon Board 44Spare Parts List 45
Chapter 7A- Andon Display Component Replacement 57PC, Gigatron and Music Power Supply Removal Procedure 59Power Supply Removal Procedure 60LED Distribution Board Removal Procedure 61LED Segment Removal Procedure 61
Chapter 8- How to Access Display 64Remote Access of the Display Board from a PC or Laptop 64
Using Windows 98 64Using Windows NT 65Using Windows 2000 or XP 66
Connecting to Display using VNC 67Connecting to Display using NetMeeting 68Viewing Display using Internet Explorer on a Remote PC 70Data Manager Introduction (Create a Display) 71Setting Up a New Template on Data Manager 73Data Manager Application Setting Up a New Template on Data Manager 74Data Manager Text Types, Tags and Dynamic Data Exchange (DDE): 74Data Manager Tag Definition 77Defining the “Goal” Data Field, MHASCC Server 79Defining a Topic Using the MHASCC Server 79Defining the NUM Numeric Display Control Command Using the MHASCC Server 80Defining the “Actual” Data Field 81Defining the “Time” Data Field 81Defining the Andon Data Cells 82The MHASCC Protocol AC1 Andon Control Command 85The MHASCC Protocol AW1 Andon Write Command 86The MHASCC Protocol SDM Page Flip Command 87The MHASCC Protocol Time (TIM) Command 88The Marquee Display 88The MHASCC Protocol Marquee Command and the Checksum Command 90Additional Configuration Setting in MHASCC Server 90AB PLC Communications with Andon Cells via MHAAB Server 91MHAAB Server 95
Music and Lamp Test Configuration 101Special Features for the Data Manager Program and MH Drivers 102Setting Up Music Using the MHASCC and MHAAB Drivers 102Setting Up Multi-Channel Music System Using the MHASCC Driver 104Setting Up No Comms Using the MHASCC and MHAAB Drivers 105Data Manager Program Controls the Page Flip & No Comms Variable Declaration 110Main Program Loop 110Screen Flip Program Loop 111Timeout Program Loop 112Playing Movie on the FV Series Displays 113
Chapter 10- Gigatron Setup 116LED Main Menu Software Configuration 116Using System Set for Non-PC Versions of the Factory Vision Displays 116Setting the IP Address for the Gigatron 117Setting Baud Rate, Sign Size and TCP IP Timeout 119Using Update for Non-PC Versions of the Factory Vision Displays 121Using the LED Match for All Versions of the Factory Vision Displays 124Additional LED Match Tools for Non-PC Displays 130Using LED Panel Set for PC Versions of the Factory Vision Displays 130Using Font Manager for Non-PC Versions of the Factory Vision Displays 135Detail Operations of Font File List Editing 136Font Description 140Edit Special Characters 144Convert Windows Fonts to Fonts that Gigatron can recognized by Gigatron 149Create New Font 151Download All Font Files 153Introducing the Interface 156
Chapter 11- Computer Specifications for PC Version 158Appendix A, PCAnywhere 171Appendix B, AlphaSender II 174Appendix C, MHASCC Serial Communication Protocol 186
Appendix D, Command Examples 194Appendix E, ASCII Control Codes 195Appendix F, Glossary of Acronyms & Abbreviations 195
Chapter 12- Communications Hookups for Non PC Version Displays 196Factory Vision™ RS-232 to RS-485 Converter (FVKCONV232-485) 199Ethernet 203Wireless Options 204
Chapter 13- Connecting Kepware to Data Manager 206Chapter 14S- Stainless Steel Display Product Overview 211
Offloading & Handling 212Chapter 15S- Stainless Steel Display Pre-Installation Set up Guide 213
Pre-Installation Set-up Objectives 213Pre-Installation Check 213Pre-Installation Set-up Objectives for Non-PC Version Displays 215
Chapter 16S-Stainless Steel Display Installation 216Installation 217On Board PC 218Gigatron Board 218LED Distribution Board 2195V LED Power Supply 220
Revision HistoryDate Revision Description of Change10-21-05 1.0 Original Version11-10-05 2.0 Added Chapter 14, 15 & 16 Stainless Steel Displays2-17-06 3.0 Page 95 added Hardware Compatibility information
ScopeThis guide is intended for people who are responsible for installing, commissioning and maintaining theMacDonald Humfrey Full Matrix LED Marquee’s.Users are expected to have the required knowledge of electrical installation and communicationfundamentals and, where relevant, the qualifications to install this type of equipment to meet localregulatory requirements.
OverviewThis document is designed to provide personnel with information that will allow them to setup andprogram the MacDonald Humfrey Full Matrix LED Marquee’s.Product Update InformationProduct Updates can be accessed from Electro-Matic Products via the web with the following steps…
TrademarksIBM PC™, PS/2™, PC/AT™ are trademarks of International Business Machines Corporation.Intel™ is a trademark of Intel Corporation.AWARD™ is a trademark of AWARD International Inc.Windows™ is a trademark of Microsoft Corporation.pcAnywhere™ is a trademark of Symantec Corporation.Factory Vision™ is a trademark of Electro-Matic Products Inc.
Quality Control ProceduresElectro-Matic Products personnel test every Factory Vision Display before shipping with the use of thesame test covered at the beginning of the Troubleshooting section of this guide.
Limited Product WarrantyElectro-Matic Products (“Electro-Matic”) provides this limited warranty to enduser purchasers of newFactory Vision™ display boards purchased in the United States. The term “enduser purchaser” meansthe first retail purchaser who acquires the Factory Vision™ display board from an Electro-MaticAuthorized Distributor.
This limited warranty covers substantial defects in materials and workmanship in the Factory Vision™display board for a period of one year after the date on the invoice on the product. During the warrantyperiod, Electro-Matic will repair or replace any defective hardware components on the display board.This warranty applies only to products subjected to normal use and handling. This warranty does notcover damage due to external causes, including accident, abuse, misuse, problems with electrical power,fire, flood, act of God, servicing not authorized by Electro-Matic, usage not in accordance with productinstructions, failure to perform required preventive maintenance, and problems caused by use of partsand components not supplied by Electro-Matic.
To request warranty service, you must first contact the Electro-Matic Authorized Distributor from whomthe Factory Vision™ display board was purchased. If necessary and appropriate, the Electro-MaticAuthorized Distributor will report the problem to Electro-Matic. After determining that a problem iscovered by this warranty, Electro-Matic will, at its election, repair or replace your unit.
ELECTRO-MATIC SPECIFICALLY DISCLAIMS ANY IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITYOR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE.
IN NO EVENT SHALL ELECTRO-MATIC BE LIABLE TO ANY ENDUSER PURCHASER FOR ANYCONSEQUENTIAL, INCIDENTAL, EXEMPLARY, PUNITIVE, OR INDIRECT DAMAGES OF ANY KIND,AND ELECTRO-MATIC EXPRESSLY DISCLAIMS ALL SUCH DAMAGES.
Some states (or jurisdictions) do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequentialdamages, so the preceding exclusion or limitation may not apply to you.
Service PolicyElectro-Matic Products offers unlimited technical phone support for the Factory Display Product. A 24Hour pager is available for access to this technical support after normal business hours. The pagernumber is (810) 870-1512.
Additionally, one day of support at Electro-Matic Products, Inc. is included with any purchase of 5 or moredisplays. This support is intended for use in order to familiarize the customer with the product and aidwith initial start-up. Product orientation can also be done at Electro-Matic Products prior to productshipment. PLC programming assistance and/or software integration is not included in this supportoffering. Additional on-site service support can be purchased for $100.00 per hour or $800.00 per day(plus travel and living expenses for areas outside of Metropolitan Detroit).
Tech Support ContactsPhone: 248-478-1182 Technical Support Group (Directory 2)Visual Products (Directory 3, 1)Electro-Matic Products, Inc23409 Industrial Park CT.,Farmington Hills, MI48335Web Site: www.electro-matic.com
Safety Instructions:Safety instructions are described primarily on the first pages of this guide. Safety instructionsdescribe the formats for various warnings and notations used in this guide. This section alsostates general safety Instructions, which must be adhered to and should be read in conjunctionwith any local regulatory requirements for handling heavy electrical equipment
Related Publications:Data Manager user guide on companion CD-ROMpcAnywhere user guide on companion CD-ROMOther software training manuals as appropriate.
Note:It is strongly recommended that the instructions in Chapter 2-Set Up Configuration Guide be carriedout prior to installation of the Display Board.
Warranty Conditions• All work must be carried out by qualified personnel.• Failure to comply with the recommendations contained in this user guide will void warranty.• Faulty components should be returned to supplier for repair.
Safety Symbols & Terms
IntroductionThis guide explains the safe handling procedures that must be followed wheninstalling and servicing the VS4000 series Intelligent LED Process DisplayBoard. If neglected, physical injury and/or death may follow, or damage mayoccur to the boards’ components.
The material in this section and the introduction and installation sections(Chapters 1 & 2) must be studied before attempting any work on this unit.
Warnings & NotesThis manual distinguishes between two sorts of safety instructions.
Warnings are used to inform of conditions, which can lead to a serious faultconditions, physical injury or death if proper steps are not taken.
Notes are used when the reader is required to pay special attention or whenthere is additional information available on the subject.
WarningsReaders are informed of situations that can result in serious physical injuryand/or serious damage to equipment with the following symbols:
Dangerous Voltage Warning warns of situations in which a high voltage cancause physical injury and or damage to equipment. The text next to this symboldescribes the ways to avoid this danger.
General Warning warns of situations, which can cause physical injury and ordamage to equipment, by means other than electrical. The text next to thissymbol describes the ways to avoid this danger.
Electrostatic Discharge Warning warns of situations in which an electrostaticdischarge can cause damage to equipment. The text next to this symboldescribes the ways to avoid this danger.
FALL HAZARD. This warning indicates that care should be taken when openingor closing the gas strut assisted doors.
CRUSH HAZARD. This warning indicates that care should be taken whenopening, closing or moving the unit, as there is a danger of physical injury.
TOPPLING HAZARD. This warning indicates that the unit is unstable whenunsupported and may present a danger of physical injury if handled improperly.
The Factory Vision Display product line is divided into two groups; Marquee and Andon. The Marqueegroup consist of one to four line displays housed in an extruded aluminium cabinet. Components areaccessed from either end of the display. The Andon group consist of five to eight line displays housed ina steel cabinet. Components are accessed from a front or back door that lifts up with the aid of pneumaticpistons. Chapters 1M through 4M offer Marquee information, Chapters 1A through 4A offer Andoninformation. Chapters 5 through 10 offer information common to both display types.This pictorial gives a brief description of the major parts of the Factory Vision One to Four Line MarqueeLED Display and tells you where to locate them on the unit.
CAUTION! The Display Board should be inspected for obvious shipping damage.Do not attempt to operate the unit if any damage is found.
Offloading
CAUTION! The crated Display Board is heavy. Qualified personnel using suitablelifting equipment, straps and supports must be deployed whenoffloading.
Unpacking
The Display Board is free standing within its transportation-packingcrate. The crate is secured by nails and/or screws and therefore can bedismantled by means of simple hand tools.
CAUTION! Due to the narrow construction of the Display Board it is unstable whenleft unsupported. Care should be taken when unpacking to ensure theunit is supported at all times.
Ground Handling
CAUTION! – Hazard - CrushingThe Display Board is heavy: Up to 289 pounds depending on model.Suitable lifting equipment should be used when handling the unit.
Hazard - TopplingDue to the narrow construction of the unit, the Display Board is unstablewhen left unsupported. It is suggested that the unit should only beremoved from the packing case when a suitable method of support isavailable, i.e. chain block and straps.
CAUTION! – DO NOT attempt to lift the display unit with a forklift truck. The base ofthe unit is not designed as a weight bearing structure except where thesupports are fitted.
CAUTION! – This device is not intended for use at ground level. It should besuspended from the fitted eyebolts. Handle with extreme care. Safehandling recommendations are as follows;
• When the length of the support base equals or exceedsthe unit height.
• When the unit is restrained by attaching slings or chainsto the eyebolts and the slings or chains are fastenedsecurely to a suitable structure.
Chapter 2M – Marquee Display Pre-Installation Set Up GuideThe FV Series process control boards (PCB) runs a Windows operating system. Some familiarity with theoperating system being used is assumed in the set up and configuration of the display board.
Pre-Installation Set-up Objectives:To avoid unnecessary network address conflicts and for ease of access we recommend that the displayboard addressing be carried out on the ground prior to suspending the display.
a) Windows licenseb) pcAnywhere CDc) Application setup file CD
2) Set laptop or PC TCP/IP settings comparable to the display’s default settings, rebooting asnecessary.
3) Connect laptop or PC to RJ45 connector on top of display either directly using a crossover lead or viahub using a standard patch lead.
4) Apply power and wait for display to boot up and display template, approximately 3-4mins.Note: It is important that the network cable is connected prior to powering the display.
5) Make remote connection to display using either pcAnywhere or NetMeeting - see following table foruser name and password
6) Change display PC’s name as required.Note: A reboot is required for the change to be effective; this will be done later.
7) Change display TCP/IP settings as required. Refer to Chapter 8 first section.Note: On Windows2000 and WindowsXP TCP/IP address changes are effective immediately andthe connection will be lost. Reconfigure your laptop/PC comparable to the display’s new TCP/IPaddress, rebooting if necessary. Re-establish the remote connection to complete the display’snetwork configuration.
8) Reboot the display to ensure correct configuration. (Optional)
The display unit comes supplied with several pieces of installed software. Below are the default usernames and passwords.
DataManager User PasswordpcAnywhere User PasswordpcAnywhere PCB PCBNetMeeting
(Desktop sharing)Administrator
level userAdministrator
level user
Windows user level, user and password are shown in the table below.Note: Passwords are case sensitive. XPE has been configured as a single user system.
Windows XPEAdministrator Administrator admin N/A N/A
IMPORTANT NOTE: Proper Windows shutdown must be performed prior to any movement orshipping of display or warranty will be voided. Improper Shutdown prior to movement maydamage hard drive.The display is now ready for installation.
Application Default Settings Customer settingsUser name Password User name Password
User level Default Settings Customer settingsUser name Password User name Password
Windows 2000Administrator Administrator adminAdministrator vs4000 vs4000
Pre Installation Set Up Objectives for non-PC Version Displays
For non internal PC displays that will be communicating via ethernet, it is recommended that theGigatron’s ethernet IP addressing is established before the display is suspended from the ceiling to helpavoid network address conflicts.
Review relevant safety and handling procedures as detailed in the safety instructions.
Pre-Installation Check List:
1) Apply power to the display.
2) Observe the power-up screens and write down the number to determine the sign operating protocolloaded into the unit.
If the number sequence is…
“3XXXX” Go to Chapter Nine section “Gigatron Native Protocol” for set up and programming viaethernet.
“4XXXX” Go to Chapter Nine section “Serial Communications Protocol” for set up andprogramming via ethernet.
“5XXXX” Go to Chapter Nine section “Adaptive Reduced Version Protocol” for set up andprogramming via ethernet.
3) Wait approximately one to two minutes for display to complete power-up sequence.
The Protective Conductor (Earth Wire) must be connected for safety reasons. Check thatthe power cable has a proper Earth Wire, and it is properly connected. It is not safe tooperate the Display Board without the Protective Conductor connected.
CAUTION! Do not exceed the voltage rating on the label located on the top of the power supplycowling.
CAUTION! Do not work on the unit unless the power is disconnected.
Electrical Connections
The Display Board requires a 110Vac 50-60Hz supply.Note: Refer to Chapter 4M “Marquee Display Installation” for power requirement by model number.
CommunicationThe Display Board typically communicates to the customers control & monitoring system over Ethernet.There is a RJ45 connection on top of the board for this connection. The unit is delivered with a standardpre-set IP address – 192.168.0.250 and Subnet mask 255.255.255.0
CAUTION! The Display Board should not be connected to the plant network withoutchecking for a clash of IP addresses.
Note: If a clash exists the IP address can be changed by connecting directly tothe unit via a Laptop PC, crossover network cable and utilising the VNCsoftware supplied with the unit.
Sound: The sound output on the Factory Vision Marquee series is a BradHarrison 5 pole connector with the following pin-out.
External connections to internal PC consist of a PS2 port for a mouse or keyboard (both with asplitter, a video port of a monitor and a USB port. Non-PC Marquee will have a “Ethernet In” anda “RS-485 Serial In” port:
Music Decibel Level and Remote Speaker DistancesIntroduction
The purpose of this report is to test the audio performance of the MacDonald Humfrey soundboard. Indetail, this report will describe the analysis and data taken in regards to sound intensity and decibel level.
An array of tests was done to find the maximum sound level and maximum sound level without distortion.A 100’ spool of 16 gauge 4-wire with shield, and a supplied with speaker 12’ length of 22 gauge 4-wirewith shield was tested. Each length was tested individually, and also together with a connector joining thetwo, to produce a length of 100’ 16 gauge, and 12’ 22 gauge equaling 112’ total. Outlined on the nextpage is a chart demonstrating the tests and their results.
Theoretical Maximum Decibel Level:
P = 15W
P0 = 2 x 10^-5 N/m²Lp = 20 log (15W/(2 x 10^-5))Lp = 20 log (750000)
With Distortion Wire GA Cable Length (ft) Decibel Level (dB) Volume Level % Error
22 5 115 100% 2.13%16 100 115 100% 2.13%
16+22 100+12=112 115 100% 2.13%
Without DistortionWire GA Cable Length (ft) Decibel Level (dB) Volume Level
22 5 108-113 ≤ 25%16 100 108-113 ≤ 25%
16+22 100+12=112 108-113 ≤ 25%
Analysis
The data collected shows that at a distance of 100’ there is no interference/noise of any kind. However,with the volume set at 100% there is a significant level of distortion, which in turn means the input is toostrong for the specifications of the speaker. To minimize distortion, decrease the volume to 25% or less,depending on desired loudness.
Conclusion
The tests consisted of using different gauges of wire to determine an optimal length without experiencinginterference. After completion the conclusion was made that 16 gauge would be the optimal thickness,also a length of 100 feet or greater could be used without incurring interference. The maximum size wirethat can be used is 16 gauge due to the restrictions of the connectors.At this time further testing has not been done for distances greater than 112’. From the data taken,conclusions can be made that 16 gauge 4-wire w/ shield can be used 100 feet or greater withoutexperiencing interference, or power loss (dB).
Ground HandlingBefore handling, testing or installing the Display Board, familiarizeyourself with Chapter 1 of this manual ‘Offloading & Handling’.
There are a variety of safety issues, which need to be understood andcomplied with to ensure the safety of you, the Display Board and otherpeople in the vicinity.
Mechanical Installation:The Display Board should be installed suspended from the four cornersuspension points supplied with the unit.
In addition to four corner suspension points there are two safety eyeletscentrally located at each end of the Display. These safety eyelets areintended for use when lifting the Display unit into place, leaving the fourmain eyebolts free for fixing to the permanent suspension points. Thesesafety eyelets are also used for a safety cable if required by localordinaces.
Qualified personnel should install the unit.
CAUTION! Supporting chains must hang vertically utilising all four eyebolts. Allsupporting chains should be fixed at both ends.
Do Not Loop Chains Over Girders Etc.
CAUTION! Care should be taken to ensure supporting chains are suitably rated tocarry the quoted weight and are correctly secured to the unit.
CAUTION! The support structure should be suitable to support the quoted weight ofthe unit.
Model number breakdown:The Factory Vision Display product line is divided into two groups; Marquee Products and Andon Boardproducts. Marquee products offer one line to four line displays. Andon products offer five line to eight linedisplays.
Marquee Product Model Numbers: FV401A Through FV404G
FV = Factory Vision.40 = Series Number .1 - 4 = Number of four inch character rowsA - G = Number of 16 by 64 pixel segments per row which determines board width.
The following tables list the available Factory Vision Marquees by model number:
On Board PC.Each Factory Vision Marquee (PC Version) has a dedicated onboard computer running a Windowsoperating system. These are located inside the display and are held in place by four mounting screws.The onboard PC also has an embedded music unit that provides 256 tunes to a loud speaker. TheFactory Vision Marquee (Non-PC Version) does not have an imbedded PC thus the Gigatron Board getsits set-up configuration from an external PC via Ethernet or serial connection. The non-PC unit thus doesnot have music capabilities.
Gigatron Board.Each Factory Vision Display has a Gigatron Board which acts as the video driver for the marquee. For theembedded PC display type, the video information is fed to the Gigatron board via the serial cable andvideo cable shown below.For the non-embedded PC display, the video information is fed to the Gigatron board via the Ethernetport, or RS232/RS484 port shown below. The video signals, now formatted for the display, are fed out ofthe Gigatron via the A and B side LED distribution cables.
PC Board
Ethernetconnection for
PC baseddisplay
Serial Cablebetween PC and
Gigatron
A Side videooutput
connectorfrom Gigatron
to LEDDistributionBoard on A
side ofDisplay
B Side videooutput
connectorfrom Gigatron
to LEDDistributionBoard on B
side of Display
5 Volt Powerconnections
PC Hard drive cable from PCto drive located under the
Gigatron BoardGigatron
Board
Ethernetconnection forNon-PC based
display
Ribbon Cable Connections forvideo from PC to Gigatron
LED Distribution Board.Each Factory Vision Marquee will have one or two LED Distribution Boards (depending on whether themarquee has one or two sides). Each LED Distribution Board will be fed formatted video information fromthe A or B LED Distribution cable from the Gigatron to up to 8 video connections which feed up to 8 LEDRow connectors located at the left end of each display row.
5V LED Power Supply.Each 5 volt power supply is capable of supplying power to five LED segment. Depending on the marqueesize, each marquee will have installed enough power supply needed to power all installed segments. TheOnboard PC, Gigatron and LED Distribution Board will be powered by a separate 5 volt power supply thatwill have a line filter and the additional capability of supplying 24 volts to the integrated music system onthe Onboard PC.
Chapter 1A- Andon Display Product OverviewThe Factory Vision Display product line is divided into two groups; Marquee and Andon. The Marqueegroup consist of one to four line displays housed in an extruded aluminium cabinet. Components areaccessed from either end of the display. The Andon group consist of five to eight line displays housed ina steel cabinet. Components are accessed from a front or back door that lifts up with the aid of pneumaticpistons. Chapters 1M through 4M offer Marquee information, Chapters 1A through 4A offer Andoninformation. Chapters 5 through 10 offer information common to both display types.
This section of the manual gives a brief description of the major parts of the Factory Vision Five to EightLine Andon LED Display and tells you where to locate them on the unit.
CAUTION! The Display Board should be inspected for obvious shipping damage.Do not attempt to operate the unit if any damage is found.
Offloading
CAUTION! The crated Display Board is heavy. Qualified personnel using suitablelifting equipment, straps and supports must be deployed whenoffloading.
Unpacking
The Display Board is free standing within its transportation-packingcrate. The crate is secured by nails and/or screws and therefore can bedismantled by means of simple hand tools.
CAUTION! Due to the narrow construction of the Display Board it is unstable whenleft unsupported. Care should be taken when unpacking to ensure theunit is supported at all times.
Ground Handling
CAUTION! – DO NOT attempt to open the doors whilst the display is on the groundwithout a suitable method of support in place, i.e. chain block and straps.
Hazard - CrushingThe Display Board is heavy: 110Kg – 440Kg depending on model.Suitable lifting equipment should be used when handling the unit.
Hazard - TopplingDue to the narrow construction of the unit, the Display Board is unstablewhen left unsupported. It is suggested that the unit should only beremoved from the packing case when a suitable method of support isavailable, i.e. chain block and straps.
CAUTION! – DO NOT attempt to lift the display unit with a forklift truck. The base ofthe unit is not designed as a weight bearing structure except where thesupports are fitted.
CAUTION! – This device is not intended for use at ground level. It should besuspended from the fitted eyebolts. Handle with extreme care. Safehandling recommendations are as follows;
• When the length of the support base equals or exceedsthe unit height.
• When the unit is restrained by attaching slings or chainsto the eyebolts and the slings or chains are fastenedsecurely to a suitable structure.
CAUTION! – This instruction is particularly important when the doors are to beopened.
Under NO circumstances should the doors be opened when theabove precautions are not in place.
Chapter 2A – Andon Display Pre-Installation Set Up GuideThe Factory Vision Andon Series Imbedded PC runs a Windows operating system. Some familiarity withthe operating system being used is assumed in the set up and configuration of the Display Board.
Pre-Installation Set-up Objectives for PC Version Displays:
To avoid unnecessary network address conflicts and for ease of access we recommend that the DisplayBoard addressing be carried out on the ground prior to suspending the display.
Familiarize yourself with the relevant safety and handling procedures as detailed in the SafetyInstructions.
a) Windows Licenseb) Application Setup File and Manual CD
2) Apply Power to the Display
3) Wait approximately 3-4mins for display to complete boot up and display desktop Icons ordisplay template.
Input required TCP/IP addresses and PC Name
1) Connect Laptop or PC to RJ45 connector on top of Display directly using a Crossover Lead orstandard patch lead via hub.
2) Log on to Display using VNC or NetMeeting desktop sharing3) Change TCP/IP Address as required. Refer to Chapter 8 first section.4) Factory Default Settings:
a) IP address: 192.168.0.250.b) Subnet mask: 255.255.255.0.c) PC Name: FV1***
5) Shut down Microsoft Windows
*** Unique Display Serial No. (Attached to display)
The unit comes supplied with several pieces of software. With the exception ofData Manager, all passwords and user names have been set up as ‘PCB’.Unless otherwise stated in this document, I.E.DefaultSettings
Data Manager All Other SoftwareApplications
User name: User PCBPassword: Password PCB
IMPORTANT NOTE:Proper Windows shutdown must be performed prior to any movement orshipping of display or warranty will be voided. Improper Shutdown prior tomovement may damage hard drive.The Display is now ready for installation.
Pre Installation Set Up Objectives for non-PC Version Displays
For non internal PC displays that will be communicating via ethernet, it is recommended that theGigatron’s ethernet IP addressing is established before the display is suspended from the ceiling to helpavoid network address conflicts.
Review relevant safety and handling procedures as detailed in the safety instructions.
Pre-Installation Check List:
3) Apply power to the display.
4) Observe the power-up screens and write down the number to determine the sign operating protocolloaded into the unit.
If the number sequence is…
“3XXXX” Go to Chapter Nine section “Gigatron Native Protocol” for set up and programming viaethernet.
“4XXXX” Go to Chapter Nine section “Serial Communications Protocol” for set up andprogramming via ethernet.
“5XXXX” Go to Chapter Nine section “Adaptive Reduced Version Protocol” for set up andprogramming via ethernet.
3) Wait approximately one to two minutes for display to complete power-up sequence.
The Protective Conductor (Earth Wire) must be connected for safety reasons. Check thatthe power cable has a proper Earth Wire, and it is properly connected. It is not safe tooperate the Display Board without the Protective Conductor connected.
CAUTION! Do not exceed the voltage rating on the label located on the top of the power supplycowling.
CAUTION! Do not work on the unit unless the power is disconnected.
Electrical Connections
The Display Board requires a 110Vac 50-60Hz supply. Note: Refer to Chapter 4A “Andon DisplayInstallation” for power requirements by model number.
Ethernet and Audio Output and AC Power ConnectionsThe Ethernet and Audio Output Jacks are located next to the right hanger bolts:
The AC Power Connection is located next to the left hanger bolts:
Note: L1 power must be supplied to both pin 1 and 4 and wire sized with not more than 15 ampstotal current on each wire. The same holds true for L2 (pins 2 and 5).
CommunicationThe Display Board typically communicates to the customers control & monitoring system over Ethernet.There is a RJ45 connection on top of the board for this connection. The unit is delivered with a standardpre-set IP address – 192.168.0.250 and Subnet mask 255.255.255.0
CAUTION! The Display Board should not be connected to the plant network withoutchecking for a clash of IP addresses.
Note: If a clash exists the IP address can be changed by connecting directly tothe unit via a Laptop PC, crossover network cable and utilising thePCAnywhere software supplied with the unit.
Sound: The sound output on the Factory Vision Marquee series is a BradHarrison 4 pole connector with the following pin-out.
External connections to internal PC consist of a PS2 port for a mouse or keyboard (both with asplitter, a video port of a monitor and a USB port.
Music Decibel Level and Remote Speaker DistancesIntroduction
The purpose of this report is to test the audio performance of the MacDonald Humfrey soundboard. Indetail, this report will describe the analysis and data taken in regards to sound intensity and decibel level.
An array of tests was done to find the maximum sound level and maximum sound level without distortion.A 100’ spool of 16 gauge 4-wire with shield, and a supplied with speaker 12’ length of 22 gauge 4-wirewith shield was tested. Each length was tested individually, and also together with a connector joining thetwo, to produce a length of 100’ 16 gauge, and 12’ 22 gauge equaling 112’ total. Outlined on the nextpage is a chart demonstrating the tests and their results.
Theoretical Maximum Decibel Level:
P = 15W
P0 = 2 x 10^-5 N/m²Lp = 20 log (15W/(2 x 10^-5))Lp = 20 log (750000)
With Distortion Wire GA Cable Length (ft) Decibel Level (dB) Volume Level % Error
22 5 115 100% 2.13%16 100 115 100% 2.13%
16+22 100+12=112 115 100% 2.13%
Without DistortionWire GA Cable Length (ft) Decibel Level (dB) Volume Level
22 5 108-113 ≤ 25%16 100 108-113 ≤ 25%
16+22 100+12=112 108-113 ≤ 25%
Analysis
The data collected shows that at a distance of 100’ there is no interference/noise of any kind. However,with the volume set at 100% there is a significant level of distortion, which in turn means the input is toostrong for the specifications of the speaker. To minimize distortion, decrease the volume to 25% or less,depending on desired loudness.
Conclusion
The tests consisted of using different gauges of wire to determine an optimal length without experiencinginterference. After completion the conclusion was made that 16 gauge would be the optimal thickness,also a length of 100 feet or greater could be used without incurring interference. The maximum size wirethat can be used is 16 gauge due to the restrictions of the connectors.At this time further testing has not been done for distances greater than 112’. From the data taken,conclusions can be made that 16 gauge 4-wire w/ shield can be used 100 feet or greater withoutexperiencing interference, or power loss (dB).
Ground HandlingBefore handling, testing or installing the Display Board, familiarizeyourself with Chapter 1 of this manual ‘Offloading & Handling’.
There are a variety of safety issues, which need to be understood andcomplied with to ensure the safety of you, the Display Board and otherpeople in the vicinity.
Mechanical Installation:The Display Board should be installed suspended from the four cornersuspension points supplied with the unit.
In addition to four corner suspension points there are two safety eyeboltscentrally located at each end of the Display. These safety eyebolts areintended for use when lifting the Display unit into place, leaving the fourmain eyebolts free for fixing to the permanent suspension points. Theyare also to be used for a safety cable if required by local ordinances.
Qualified personnel should install the unit.
CAUTION! Supporting chains must hang vertically utilising all four eyebolts. Allsupporting chains should be fixed at both ends.
Do Not Loop Chains Over Girders Etc.
CAUTION! Care should be taken to ensure supporting chains are suitably rated tocarry the quoted weight and are correctly secured to the unit.
CAUTION! The support structure should be suitable to support the quoted weight ofthe unit.
Model number breakdown:The Factory Vision Display product line is divided by Andon Products and Andon Board products. Andonproduct offer one line to four line displays. Andon products offer five line to eight line displays.
Andon Product Model Numbers: FV405B Through FV408G
FV = Factory Vision.40 = Series Number .5 - 8 = Number of four inch character rowsA - G = Number of 16 by 64 pixel segments per row which determines board width.
The following table list the available Factory Vision Andon Boards by model number:
On Board PC.Each Factory Vision Marquee (PC Version) has a dedicated onboard computer running a Windowsoperating system. These are located inside the display and are held in place by four mounting screws.The onboard PC also has an embedded music unit that provides 256 tunes to a loud speaker. TheFactory Vision Marquee (Non-PC Version) does not have an imbedded PC thus the Gigatron Board getsits set-up configuration from an external PC via Ethernet or serial connection. The non-PC unit thus doesnot have music capabilities.
Gigatron Board.Each Factory Vision Display has a Gigatron Board which acts as the video driver for the marquee. For theembedded PC display type, the video information is fed to the Gigatron board via the serial cable andvideo cable shown below.For the non-embedded PC display, the video information is fed to the Gigatron board via the Ethernetport, or RS232/RS484 port shown below. The video signals, now formatted for the display, are fed out ofthe Gigatron via the A and B side LED distribution cables.
PC Board
Ethernetconnection for
PC baseddisplay
Serial Cablebetween PC and
Gigatron
A Side videooutput
connectorfrom Gigatron
to LEDDistributionBoard on A
side ofDisplay
B Side videooutput
connectorfrom Gigatron
to LEDDistributionBoard on B
side of Display
5 Volt Powerconnections
PC Harddrive cable from PCto drive located under the
Gigatron BoardGigatron
Board
Ethernetconnection forNon-PC based
display
Ribbon Cable Connections forvideo from PC to Gigatron
LED Distribution Board.Each Factory Vision Andon will have one or two LED Distribution Boards (depending on whether themarquee has one or two sides). Each LED Distribution Board will be fed formatted video information fromthe A or B LED Distribution cable from the Gigatron to up to 8 video connections which feed up to 8 LEDRow connectors located at the left end of each display row.
5V LED Power Supply.Each 5 volt power supply is capable of supplying power to five LED segment. Depending on the marqueesize, each marquee will have installed enough power supply needed to power all installed segments. TheOnboard PC, Gigatron and LED Distribution Board will be powered by a separate 5 volt power supply thatwill have a line filter and the additional capability of supplying 24 volts to the integrated music system on
the Onboard PC.
5V DCPowerSupply5V DC connections to
LED Display SegmentsCommon connections toLED Display Segments
Chapter 5 – Routine MaintenanceVent FiltersThe Display has several ventilation ports fitted with dust filters. The filters are of the ‘clip on’ type and maybe removed by hand without tools.Depending on the prevailing environmental conditions the filters will become clogged after a period ofuse. Routine maintenance and cleaning entails the removal and cleaning or replacement of these fourfilters.
General CleaningThe protective covers to the doors on the display are made of polycarbonate; While physically tough andcoated with an anti-glare and scratch resistant coating, polycarbonate is susceptible to chemical attack.Therefore only mild detergents and water should be used in the cleaning of the screen. A periodic wipeover with a damp cloth should be sufficient to keep the display clear and clean.
OverviewThe Factory Vision Marquee series is designed in a simple and modular way. Faults can be isolated toone of several major groups of components that are replaced with the minimum of effort and tools.Because of this modularity, the requirement for holding a large stock of spares is reduced and the tracingof faults is simplified.
Faults are confined to five main areas;LED Segment AssemblyPC AssemblyGigaton BoardLed Distribution BoardPower Supply Units
Schematic Drawing of Factory Vision Internal PC Marquee Board:
LED Segment OutLED malfunctions and faults are relatively simple to identify and repair. The detailed method of removingand replacing LED Segment Boards is covered elsewhere in this manual. Each LED Segment boardconsists of a matrix of 16 by 64 LEDs, an input data port an output data port and a 5 volt powerconnection. This section will try to highlight methods of isolating the faults and include other relevanttroubleshooting procedures.
If one entire segment is out Remedy: Check data cable if it is the last segment in the row, check powerconnection, Replace segment.
Single LED out.A single LED can become faulty after a period of time in the field. This is often due to factors internal tothe particular LED and the symptoms are often obvious – a single LED will only light up in red or greenbut not both, or perhaps it will stop working completely. Note: Faulty LEDs can be intermittent faults.
Remedy: Change LED Segment Board
Column of LEDs out.A column of LEDs can be faulty. This will show up as a column of 25 LEDs within a single tile being faultyin one or both colors. There are occasions where only part of a column will be faulty.
Remedy: change LED Segment Board.
Partial Row of Tiles Out.If a part of the row is out to the end of the row.
Remedy: Check the input data cable on the first segment that is out, Check thepower supply feeding the segments that are out.
Scattered LED Segments Out.Remedy: Check the power supply feeding the segments that are out.
Chapter 6 – TroubleshootingBlank DisplaySymptoms Possible Causes Corrective Action
AC Power Missing Check Fuses/BreakersRestore Power
5 VDC Power Failure Replace Power Supply
User Application SoftwareNot Running Correctly
Run User Application Software
Screen Saver Setting Disable Windows ScreenSaver
Display Position Co-ordinates incorrectly set
Set Display Position Co-ordinates to correct settings(refer to chapter 10, LED Panelset)
The front side of the Factory Vision Marquee is identified by the Ethernet port residing on the right end ofthe marquee cabinet. To access the components residing on the front panel (Front LED segment boards,Front LED Segment Board Power Supplies, PC, Gigatron, and Front LED Distribution Board) remove thefour screws holding the access panel that has the Ethernet port:
The back side of the Factory Vision Marquee is identified by the AC power port residing on the right endof the marquee cabinet. To access the components residing on the back panel (Back LED segmentboards, Back LED Segment Board Power Supplies, and Back LED Distribution Board) remove the fourscrews holding the access panel that has the AC Power Port:
Each Factory Vision Marquee will have one or two LED Distribution Boards (depending on whether themarquee has one or two sides). Each LED Distribution Board will be fed formatted video information fromthe A or B LED Distribution cable from the Gigatron to up to 8 video connections which feed up to 8 LEDRow connectors located at the left end of each display row.To remove a LED Distribution Board, remove the 5 volt power cable, the video connections for thesegments and the connection the four mounting screws. Slide the LED Distribution Board to the left thusdisconnecting the LED Distribution Board from the Gigatron board.
To remove an LED Segment, remove the following Data and 5 V DC Power cable connections from theback of the LED Segment to be removed.
Note: Other components such as power supplies, PC/Gigatron or LED Distribution board may also needto be removed if they are covering the LED Segment mounting screws:
The front side of the Factory Vision Andon is identified by the Power Switch residing on the Left end ofthe Andon cabinet. To access the components residing on the front panel (Front LED segment boards,Front LED Segment Board Power Supplies, PC, Gigatron, and Front LED Distribution Board) twist theTwo thumb screws at the bottom of the display and raise the cabinet door:
CAUTION! – The cabinet door lifts with the aid of pneumatic pistons. Allow enoughspace between you and the door when opening to prevent the door fromknocking you off your lift or ladder!
Each Factory Vision Andon will have one or two LED Distribution Boards (depending on whether themarquee has one or two sides). Each LED Distribution Board will be fed formatted video information fromthe A or B LED Distribution cable from the Gigatron to up to 8 video connections which feed up to 8 LEDRow connectors located at the left end of each display row.To remove a LED Distribution Board, remove the 5 volt power cable, the video connections for thesegments and the connection the four mounting screws. Slide the LED Distribution Board to the left thusdisconnecting the LED Distribution Board from the Gigatron board.
LED Segment Removal Procedure
To remove an LED Segment, remove all the data cables on each side of each LED segment board in thesame column.
Remove the 5 V DC Power cable connections from the back of the LED Segment to be removed.
Note: Other components such as power supplies, PC/Gigatron or LED Distribution board may also needto be removed if they are covering the LED Segment mounting screws:
Remove the ten screws from the outside edge of each Outside Segment Rail allowing the segmentcolumn to be dropped from the display when the Rail End Nuts are removed.
Remove the seven nuts holding the top of the Outside Segment Rails and the Center Segment Rail toreplace the top LED Segments, or remove the seven nuts holding the bottom of the Outside SegmentRails and the Center Segment Rail to replace the bottom LED Segments, or remove the fourteen nutsholding the top and bottom of the Outside Segment Rails and the Center Segment Rail and remove theentire segment column to access any of the LED segments in that column.
Setting up the IP Address for connection to the full matrix display:This will allow the user to establish a remote connection from a PC to the display board.
The following setup procedures cover configuring your PC network settings for Window 98, NTand 2000 or XP:
If your computer is running Windows 98:For Windows 98, click on the start menu
Select Settings and Control Panel
In the Control Panel Folder select Network
Select the Configuration tab and click on “TCP/IP (Brand Name of Ethernet Card) Card” andthen select properties. In the properties menu you will see an IP tab, click on that tab and youwill see this:
Click on Specify an IP address and enter an IP address that is similar to the one on the display.The default address of the display is 192.168.0.250. The address that you enter in your computermust match the first three numbers of the display IP address. For example, you could enter192.168.0.200 into your computer. This contains the same first three numbers 192.168.0 as thedisplay. The last number can be any number up to 250 except the number that is contained onthe display. In this case that number is 250. The default subnet mask is always 255.255.255.0.This should be the same as the display. When finished setting up the new IP address click OKand restart the computer for the new IP address to take effect.
Select the Protocols tab and click on “TCP/IP Protocol” and then select properties. In theproperties menu you will see an IP Address tab, click on that tab and you will see this:
Click on Specify an IP address and enter an IP address that is similar to the one on the display.The default address of the display is 192.168.0.250. The address that you enter in your computermust match the first three numbers of the display IP address. For example, you could enter192.168.0.200 into your computer. This contains the same first three numbers 192.168.0 as thedisplay. The last number can be any number up to 250 except the number that is contained onthe display. In this case that number is 250. The default subnet mask is always 255.255.255.0.This should be the same as the display. When finished setting up the new IP address click OKand restart the computer for the new IP address to take effect.
The signs run Windows XP so once remotely connected use this procedure to change the IPaddress.
For Windows 2000 or XP, click on the start menu
Select Settings and Network and Dial-up Connections
In the Network and Dial-up Connections, click on Local Area Connection
Click on the Properties button on the Local Area Connection Status window:
Click on Internet Protocol(TCP/IP) and then click on the Properties Button
Click on Use the following IP address and enter an IP address that is similar to the one on the display. The defaultaddress of the display is 192.168.0.250. The address that you enter in your computer must match the first threenumbers of the display IP address. For example, you could enter 192.168.0.200 into your computer. This containsthe same first three numbers 192.168.0 as the display. The last number can be any number up to 250 except thenumber that is contained on the display. In this case that number is 250. The default subnet mask is always255.255.255.0. This should be the same as the display. When you are finished setting up the new IP address clickOK and the new IP address will take effect.
VNC is used for remote viewing of the internal PC in the full matrix display from a remote computer. Touse VNC you must first install the VNC Software on your computer. Electro-Matic Products can provide acopy or it can be found at www.realvnc.com.
Click on VNC icon:
Enter the IP Address and Click OK:
Enter in the password (The default password is “password”):
Now you have control of the display PC. Click the X in the upper corner to close the connection.
Enter in the password and click OK:(Default user name for Windows 2000 is VS4000 and the password is VS4000)(Default user name for Windows XPe is Administrator and the password is admin)(Default user name for Windows XPe Factory Vision is EMP and the password is emp)
Now you have control of the display PC. Click the Hang up icon on the original connection window toclose the connection.
Viewing Display using Internet Explorer on a Remote PC:
Using Internet Explorer, enter in either the IP address or the computer name of thedisplay board. The computer (display board) name will start with a FV and contain anumber such as 1330 (FV1330).
For Example:
This will open a viewer on the Internet Explorer that will display both sides of the display board.This viewer will update every 10 seconds.
This is how the display will look on your computer:
Data Manager Introduction:The Data Manager HMI software is used to create the templates on the display boards. Thesetemplates consist of display fields that are linked to either the data collection system or to AllenBradley PLCs via DDE links to Ethernet/DDE driver programs.The Data Manager program runs on the display boards internal PC thus the DM program must beaccessed directly through the monitor; keyboard and mouse ports on the display board or via aremote PC on the Ethernet network using PC Anywhere, NetMeeting or VNC.
To use Data Manager, double-click on the DM Icon on the desktop:Note: Data Manager can be set to start automatically on the display board by placing the DM.exein the Windows Startup directory along with the startup of the necessary TCP/IP DDE drivers.
The Data Manager should be configured to start up with a default screen in RUN mode. Fieldson the screen will start displaying live data sent by either the data collection system or AllenBradley PLC’s. Otherwise the running screen will display the default characters while waitingfor data:
To make any changes to the Data Manager Project, you must first Log In:
The default login name is “user”The default password for “user” is “password”
Once you are logged in, the configuration menu can be opened by selecting File/Configure:
In configuration mode, several tool tables should be visible such as:• Tool Box which contains drawing items.• Layer Control which allows you to create and specify different drawing layers• Object Background which allows you to change object colors• Data Manager Logger which allows you to create and edit Tags.
Select Drawing Background in the color palette and select black for the background. The colorblack is recommended when using the Data Manager Software on a full matrix display.
Select the line in the toolbox to draw the border of the display. This border is used to set up atemplate so that this newly created template will fit exactly in the viewing area of the full matrixdisplay. In this example we will use a display that is 200 X 100 pixels.
The outline of the template is usually a small area on a normal laptop or PC. To make this arealarger the user can go to the view menu and click on zoom in. This can be done a number oftimes to make editing of the screen easier.
Data Manager Application Settings:The following Application Setup menu allows you to configure the default screen name, theStartup in Run Mode configuration and the Maximum Undo Limit:
Data Manager Text Types, Tags and Dynamic Data Exchange (DDE):There are two types of text that can be added to a display screen, the first type is called StaticText which is text that does not change through animation depending on the value of a tag. Thefollowing tool button is used to create static text:
The following menu is used to enter the static text and establish horizontal and verticaljustification:
The second type of text is Dynamic Text that is designed to show the value of an internal(dummy), Real (tied to a port) or DDE type tag. The following button is used to create dynamictext:
The following menu comes up after selecting the location on the screen for the new dynamictext. This menu is used to select the tag that will animate the text.Note: the tag must already exist for this menu to be used.
Use the Select Tag button to select the tag from the tag list:
Note: All tags will be entered into this menu as Tagname.Current Value:
To Create, Edit or View Tags, select Options/Logger:
Select either New or in this case Edit:
A list of current tags belonging to this project will be displayed in the following table. To viewand edit the tag attributes, double-click on the tag in the tag list:
Data Manager Tag Definition:The Tag Definition menu is used to create a tag name, define the tag as a dummy (or internal)tag , a Real (or port connected) tag or a DDE tag. We will be using DDE type tags tocommunicate with the MHASCC or MHAAB TCP/IP DDE servers.
The DDE Tag format is = Server|Topic!ItemWhere:Server is the source program that feeds the tag, in our case MHASCC or MHAAB.Topic is a category within the server dedicated to a certain data type, Topic names can be anyname, in our case for the current project, MHASCC|A1PROJ, A1ACTUAL, A1CELLS,A1MARQUEE or MHAAB|BLOCK1. A1 stand for side 1 of the display; if the display has asecond side, different information can be sent to topics starting with A2....Item is the specific source point for the data, Item names must match available commands inprotocol communicating with the tag. Current Items recognized by the MHASCC driver are:NUM, R01C01T..., R01C01C... and MARQUEE.Items recognized by the Allen Bradley PLC from the MHAAB Server are: R1 through R32.Since the screen in this example has two rows of eight cells being feed by the MHAAB Server,R1 through R16 are used. If different information is to be displayed on the back side of a twosided sign, R17 through R32 can be used.
Note: The server name must be proceeded with an equal “=” sign, The topic name must beproceeded with a pipe “|” sign, The item name must be proceeded with a bang “!” sign.
Note: A Data Manager project can have multiple DDE source programs in which each can havemultiple topics in which each can have multiple items.
Note: By design DataManager will periodically to attempt to establish a DDE connection for alldefined DDE tags. Ensure all defined DDE tags have active data sources; failure to do so will cause DataManager,periodically, to attempt to establish a DDE connection for the tag with an unobtainable datasource. This will adversely affect redrawing of the template. Any DDE tags inherited from aprevious ‘taglist’, or project, may be either converted to a ‘dummy’ tag or ‘deleted’. Tags maybe converted between different types by editing their properties. Tags that are ‘deleted’ aremerely disabled and may be ‘undeleted’.
The following table shows the tags used for each of the data fields on the following display:
Note: This table is under construction. Consult your sales person for the latest version.GOAL = MHASCC|A1PROJ!NUM ACTUAL = MHASCC|A1ACTUAL!NUM TIME = MHASCC|SYSTEM!TIMER01C01T &C=MHASCC|A1CELLS!R01C01T &R01C01C
R01C02T &C=MHASCC|A1CELLS!R01C02T &R01C02C
R01C03T &C=MHASCC|A1CELLS!R01C03T &R01C03C
R01C04T &C=MHASCC|A1CELLS!R01C04T &R01C04C
R01C05T &C=MHASCC|A1CELLS!R01C05T &R01C05C
R01C06T &C=MHASCC|A1CELLS!R01C06T &R01C06C
R01C07T &C=MHASCC|A1CELLS!R01C07T &R01C07C
R01C08T &C=MHASCC|A1CELLS!R01C08T &R01C08C
R02C01C=MHAAB|BLOCK1!R1
R02C02C=MHAAB|BLOCK1!R2
R02C03C=MHAAB|BLOCK1!R3
R02C04C=MHAAB|BLOCK1!R4
R02C05C=MHAAB|BLOCK1!R5
R02C06C=MHAAB|BLOCK1!R6
R02C07C=MHAAB|BLOCK1!R7
R02C08C=MHAAB|BLOCK1!R8
R03C01T &C=MHASCC|A1CELLS!R03C01T &R03C01C
R03C02T &C=MHASCC|A1CELLS!R03C02T &R03C02C
R03C03T &C=MHASCC|A1CELLS!R03C03T &R03C03C
R03C04T &C=MHASCC|A1CELLS!R03C04T &R03C04C
R03C05T &C=MHASCC|A1CELLS!R03C05T &R03C05C
R03C06T &C=MHASCC|A1CELLS!R03C06T &R03C06C
R03C07T &C=MHASCC|A1CELLS!R03C07T &R03C07C
R03C08T &C=MHASCC|A1CELLS!R03C08T &R03C08C
R04C01C=MHAAB|BLOCK1!R9
R04C02C=MHAAB|BLOCK1!R10
R04C03C=MHAAB|BLOCK1!R11
R04C04C=MHAAB|BLOCK1!R12
R04C05C=MHAAB|BLOCK1!R13
R04C06C=MHAAB|BLOCK1!R14
R04C07C=MHAAB|BLOCK1!R15
R04C08C=MHAAB|BLOCK1!R16
MARQUEE =MHASCC|A1MARQUEE!MARQUEE
Display HeaderNUM dataAndon data line 1Andon data line 2Andon data line 3Andon data line 4Marquee
Defining the “Goal” Data Field using the MHASCC Server:
The “Goal” display is a 4 digit decimal data field tied to the DDE Tag “GOAL”:
The Tag “GOAL” has the DDE link =MHASCC|A1PROJ!NUMSince this field will be displayed in a numeric value, the data type must be an ASCII Decimal:
The MHASCC Server program (which must be running for data to reach the Data Manager inRun Mode) is responsible for routing TCP/IP ITEMS from the data collection system (or theAlpha-Sender II program) into the proper topic folder and converting the data from TCP/IPformat to DDE format for the Data Manager.
Defining a Topic using the MHASCC Server:To start the MHASCC Server, click on the desktop icon:
To view and edit a topic, Open the MHASCC Server window and select Configure/TopicDefinition:Select the topic used by “Goal”; A1PROJ and select the Modify button:
Notice that the Topic A1PROJ has a Group # of 1 and a Unit # of 4.
Note: The topic configurations are stored in a file in the C:\DM directory called Topic.csv andcan be vied with Excel or Notepad.
Defining the NUM Numeric Display Control Command using the MHASCC Server:
The following is an example of the ASCII data string format which is sent to the MHASSCserver via Ethernet. The “Goal” display is controlled with the NUM (Numeric Display ControlCommand):
021 | 000200 | <&H02>0104<&H1B>NUM-888N1A<&H04>
Program line 21 send this command line for 200 milliseconds, STX <&H02>, Group 01, Unit 04,ESC <&H1B>, NUM (Numeric Display Control Command), display data “-888”,N = number and terminates the display field, 1 = display data On [default] (0 = Off, 2 = slowflash, 3 = fast flash), A = Attribute which terminates the field, CMD hex 04 (EOT) End ofTransmission
Note: The Group and Unit number rout the command to the proper MHASCC Topic and the datatype “NUM” matches the Item name in the DDE Tag, “Goal”
Note: The NUM data type is limited to the color selected on the Data Manger screen.
Defining the “Actual” Data Field in Data Manager using the MHASCC Server:
The “Actual” data field is identical to the “Goal” data field (see previous example) except:
• The Tag Definition is Actual = MHASCC|A1ACTUAL!NUM• A1ACTUAL in MHASCC Server Topic Definition has a Group # of 1 and a Unit # of 1.• The following is an example of the ASCII data string format which is sent to the MHASSC
server via Ethernet. The “Actual” display controlled with the NUM (Numeric DisplayControl Command)
020 | 000200 | <&H02>0101<&H1B>NUM-888N1A<&H04>
Program line 20 send this command line for 200 milliseconds, STX <&H02>, Group 01, Unit 01,ESC <&H1B>, NUM (Numeric Display Control Command), display data “-888”,N = number and terminates the display field, 1 =display data On [default] (0 = Off, 2 = slowflash, 3 = fast flash), A = Attribute which terminates the field, CMD hex 04 (EOT) End ofTransmission
Note: The Group and Unit number rout the command to the proper MHASCC Topic and the datatype “NUM” matches the Item name in the DDE Tag, “Actual”
Note: The NUM data type is limited to color Red.
Defining the “Time” Data Field using the Data Manager Program:
The Time Data Field is provided by a Tag defined in the data manager which displays theWindow clock value in a 12 or 24 hour format:
The Tag Definition is Time = MHASCC|SYSTEM!TIMEThis Tag data type must be an ASCII String:
The “Time” display is a 4 digit decimal data field tied to the DDE Tag “GOAL”:
Defining the Andon Data Cells in Data Manager using the MHASCC Server:
The Andon Cells are 3 digit ASCII string data fields (default “???”) that occupy eight columnson lines One and Three of the Andon data area of the display.Each of these data cells are controlled by two tags, one for text value (R01C01T throughR03C08T) and one for text color (R01C01C through R03C08C).
The following images describe how to configure each Andon cell:
Double-click on a Andon data cell. (in this example: row 1, column 1):
To link the text value tag to the data cell,Select R01C01T text tag:
To link the text color tag to the data cell,Select “Dynamic” button:
Select “Line Text” button:
Select “Select Tag” button and select tag R01C01C color tag.Also ensure the following colors for the following values:Black (Off) = 0 Yellow = 5Red = 1 Light Green = 6Amber = 2 Brown = 7Green = 3 Orange = 8Light Red = 4
The Tag “R01C01T” has the DDE link =MHASCC|A1CELLS!R01C01TThe data type must be an ASCII String since ASCII characters are to by displayed:
The Tag “R01C01C” has the DDE link =MHASCC|A1CELLS!R01C01CThe data type must be an ASCII Decimal since a numeric value from 0 to 4 will determine thecolor of the displayed characters:
To view and edit the A1CELLS topic, Open the MHASCC server window and selectConfigure/Topic Definition:
Select the topic “A1CELLS” and select the Modify button:
Notice that the Topic “A1CELLS” has a Group # of 1 and a Unit # of 32 decimal.
Note: When creating an object that will have dynamic properties, the object MUST first becreated and then subsequently selected to configure its dynamic properties. Attempting toconfigure dynamic properties during object creation will cause DataManager to crash.
The following is an example of the ASCII data string format which is sent to the MHASSCserver via Ethernet for the first Andon data cell (row 1 column 1).Note: This command line sends both text value data to R01C01T and text color data toR01C01C.
005 | 000200 | <&H02>0120<&H1B>AC11R1C3P1A<&H04>
Program line 5, send this command line for 200 milliseconds, STX <&H02>, Group 01, Unit 20hex = 32 decimal, ESC <&H1B>, AC1 Andon Cell Control Read CMD, 1R = Row 1, 1C =Column 1, 3P = Green text, 1A = Text On, CMD hex 04 (EOT) End of Transmission.
Note: The entire command line is sent to the MHASCC server and the program waits for thespecified time (200mS) before sending the next command. The Group and Unit number rout thecommand to the proper MHASCC Topic, the AC1 command specifies read Andon data to server,1R1C sends text value data to R01C01T tag, 3P send the text color value 3 to R01C01C tag, 1Aturns text On.
Primary Color choices are: Text Attribute choices are: Secondary Color choices are:0P for Text Color Black or Off 0A for Text Off 0P for Text Color Black -default1P for Text Color Red -default 1A for Text On -default 1P for Text Color Red2P for Text Color Amber 2A for Text Flash Slow 2P for Text Color Amber3P for Text Color Green 3A for Text Flash Fast 3P for Text Color Green4P for Text Color Light Red 4P for Text Color Light Red5P for Text Color Yellow 5P for Text Color Yellow6P for Text Color Light Green 6P for Text Color Light Green7P for Text Color Brown 7P for Text Color Brown8P for Text Color Orange 8P for Text Color Orange
Note: The Slow and Fast flash rates are configured in the MHASCC server underConfiguration/Flash Rate menu:
Note: The actual text value that is sent to R01C01T is contained in Bin 1 by default in a filecalled R01C01T.csv. Each Andon cell has a CSV file located in the DM directory on the displayboard’s internal computer. Each CSV file has 16 lines (called Bins) for a three digit ASCIIcharacter string to be stored. By default, the AC1 command will display the contents of Bin 1;other Bin contents can be displayed by adding #B to the end of the AC1 command line where #= 1 through 16; example: AC11R1C11B will display the contents of Bin 11 in R01C01T.csv.The following example shows Bin 1 in R01C01T.csv has a value “10A”, the rest of the bins areempty:
Data can be entered directly into the CSV file with the use of a text editor, or it can be enteredwith the AlphaSender II program with the use of the AW1 command.Since the entire command is sent to the MHASCC Server via Ethernet, it is the MHASCC Serverthat manages the Bins within the CSV files. Each Bin position contains the following data: Bin#, Stored Text, Text Attribute, Primary Color, Secondary Color.Bins have the following defaults: Example: Bin 2 = 2,002,1,1,0: (2 = Bin 2) ( 002 = text) (1 =Text Attribute, Text On) (1 = Primary Color, Red) (Secondary Color, Black/off)
The MHASCC Protocol AW1 Andon Write Command:
The AW1 command is used to write data into a Bin location in the CSV file assigned to specifiedAndon Cell location. The following AW1 command will write “10A” into Bin 1 ofR01C01T.CSV:
Program line 1, send this command line for 200 milliseconds, STX <&H02>, Group 01, Unit 20hex = 32 decimal, ESC <&H1B>, AW1 Andon Write CMD, 1R = Row 1, 1C = Column 1 =R01C01T.csv file, 1B = Bin 1, [10A] = data to be written to bin location, CMD hex 04 (EOT)End of Transmission.
Note: The Group “01” and Unit “20” (32 decimal) number routs the command to the properMHASCC Topic (A1CELLS), the AW1 command specifies writes “10A” to Bin 1 ofR01C01T.csv. The following text attributes can also be written into a bin by adding thefollowing codes to the AW1 data area:
Primary Color choices are: Text Attribute choices are: Secondary Color choices are:0P for Text Color Black or Off 0A for Text Off 0P for Text Color Black - default1P for Text Color Red -default 1A for Text On -default 1P for Text Color Red2P for Text Color Amber 2A for Text Flash Slow 2P for Text Color Amber3P for Text Color Green 3A for Text Flash Fast 3P for Text Color Green4P for Text Color Light Red 4P for Text Color Light Red5P for Text Color Yellow 5P for Text Color Yellow6P for Text Color Light Green 6P for Text Color Light Green7P for Text Color Brown 7P for Text Color Brown8P for Text Color Orange 8P for Text Color Orange
As noted above, if text attributes are not sent with the AW1 command, the following defaults areused: A (Attribute): 1 (On)
P (Primary): 1 (Red)S (Secondary): 0 (Black)
B (Bin): 1Note: The AW1 and AC1 commands are sent from the data collection Server to the MHASCCServer running on the internal display PC via Ethernet. The AW1 command writes a one, two orthree digit ASCII character strings to a bin location in the CSV file assigned to a specific AndonCell. The AC1 command reads a bin location from the CSV file assigned to a specific AndonCell and passes it to the MHASCC server which converts the data into DDE format and passes itto the Data Manager which displays it.
The MHASCC Protocol SDM Page Flip Command:
The SDM command is used to flip between pages on the Data Manger screen. The followingSDM command will flip from page 1 to page 2 and back to page 1:
Program line 1, send this command line for 200 milliseconds, STX <&H02>, Group 90(5A inhex), Unit 01, ESC <&H1B>, SDM, page number = 1, M = terminates the SDM command, CMDhex 04 (EOT) End of Transmission.Program line 2 & 3 only differ by the page number to display.Note: The Group “5A” and Unit “01” number routs the command to the proper MHASCC Topic(A1SCREENNO), the SDM command specifies the page number of the Data Manager project todisplay.To use this command make sure to set up a tag named A1SCREENNO that has the DDE link: =MHASCC|A1SCREENNO!SDM
The MHASCC Protocol Time (TIM) Command:The TIM command is used to control and adjust the time and date on the Data Manager screen.The following TIM command will update the time and date on the display:
Program line 1STX <Hex 02> = Start of Textgg = Group Number, must be a 2-digit numeric number (a “00” means all groups will respond)uu = Unit Number, must be a 2-digit numeric number (a “00” means all units will respond)ESC <Hex1B> = ASCII escape control codeTIM = the character string (short for time)15:45:09 = Time must be entered in 24 Hour format, but can be displayed in 12 or 24 HourT = terminates the TIM field2003-06-05 = Year-Month-Date, A hyphen is used to separate each fieldD = terminates the Date field2 = the display format (1=12 hour, 2 = 24 hour)A = terminates the Attribute fieldCMD <Hex 04> = (EOT) End of Transmission
The T, D and A fields are all optional. This means that any one of these fields does not have tobe present. If they are not present then the value will not be changed in the system.
To use this command make sure to set up a tag in the Data Manager program named TIME thathas the DDE link to the MHASCC driver: =MHASCC|SYSTEM!TIME*Page 50-51 has more information on inserting the Time Tag in Data Manager
The Marquee Display:The Marquee Display is designed to display text string messages on the display. These messagesare limited to the color selected on the Data Manager. The tag assigned to display the message iscalled “MARQUEE”:
The Tag “MARQUEE” has the DDE link =MHASCC|A1MARQUEE!MARQUEEThe data type must be an ASCII String since ASCII characters are to be displayed:
The Topic definition in the MHASCC Server is “A1MARQUEE” with a Group number 01 and aUnit number of 48 decimal:
The Marquee display is designed to utilize a MHASCC configuration called “Marquee” thatallows you to set the maximum width of the marquee display and how fast the marquee the data,which extends beyond the maximum length, will scroll, in milliseconds:
Checking the Roll Once box, will allow each message to only roll once and will not repeat.
Program line 0, send this command line for 5 seconds, STX <&H02>, Group 01, Unit 30 hex = 48decimal which is Topic A1MARQUEE, CMD hex 0C Form Feed, Display Text “Start”, CMDhex 05 (ENQ) Enquiry, ”, CMD hex 03 (ETX) End of text, 9a = Checksum
The Checksum byte is required as the last code on the first command string of the ASCII string ifan ACK or NAK is requested by the ENQ command. The ETX command says that a Checksumbyte will follow. Checksum is calculated by summing all code as hex from the group number,on, dropping all but the least significant byte from the result and performing a twos complimenton the result. “9a” checksum is the result of the following calculation:(30+31+33+30+0C+53+54+41+52+54+05+03=266, twos compliment on least significant byte:100 - 66 = 9a) Note: Subtracting result from 100 performs twos compliment.
Note: 30, 31, 33, 30 are the hex equivalent for ASCII 0130; 53, 54, 41, 52, 54 are the hexequivalent for ASCII START.
Additional Configuration Settings in the MHASCC Server:
The port number must match the port number of the data source PC:
The Client Address is used to enter the IP address of the PC that will be receiving the DDE datafrom the server (if server does not reside on the same computer as Data Manager):
Allen Bradley PLC Communications with Andon Cells via MHAAB Server:
In our example screen, eight columns of rows two and four of the Andon display area have beenreserved for the display of station condition messages. These Andon Cells will display up tosixteen, three character station condition messages controlled by up to four Allen Bradley PLC’s.
The Andon cell tag names follow the same naming convention as the POS cells,that is the first cell on row two is R02C01C:
Unlike the Andon cells on rows one and three, the AB Andon cells do not address a text tag suchas R02C01T; only the color tag (R02C01C) is used. The text comes from a file called Ledtext.iaslocated in the project folder for this project (C:\DM\Projects\DemoAB\Ledtext.ias). By selectingthe “Interpret as String” check box in the Data Manager Tag Setup window, and specifying theabove IAS file, the value of the tag (in our example R02C01C) determines which line of textfrom the Ledtext.ias will be displayed- in the Andon cell:
Click on the “Interpret as String” text to bring up file selection field:
The Ledtext.ias file contains the following three character station condition messages:
The following list defines the three character station condition message abbreviations:0 = Blank = No Message1 = FLT = Station Fault2 = STP = Control Side Emergency Stop3 = MNT = Control Side Maintenance Call4 = LDR = Control Side Leader Call5 = LSC = Control Side Light Screen Fault6 = Spare7 = TIP = Control Side TIP Change8 = BLK = Station Blocked9 = STV = Station Starved10 = OVR = Station Over Cycle11 = MNL = Control Side Manual12 = HLD = Control Side Robot (s) in Hold13 = MI = Control Side Manual Intervention14 = SG = Control Side Safety Gate Open15 = AUT = Station in Auto16 = Spare17 = Spare18 = STP = Remote Station Emergency Stop19 = MNT = Remote Station Maintenance Call20 = LDR = Remote Station Leader Call21 = LCS = Remote Light Screen Fault22 = Spare23 = TIP = Remote Station Tip Change24 = Spare25 = Spare26 = Spare27 = MNL = Remote Station Manual28 = HLD = Remote Station Robot (s) in Hold29 = MI = Remote Station Manual Intervention30 = SG = Remote Station Safety Gate Open31 = Spare32 = REJ = Perceptron Reject Part33 = PTW = Perceptron Trend Warning34 = Spare35 = Spare36 = TRQ = Nut Runner Torque Fault37 = Spare38 = Spare39 = Spare40 = Spare41 = Spare42 = Spare43 = Spare44 = Spare
The color and flash properties of the text message is also controlled by the color tag (R02C01C).To view/edit the text color, select the Dynamic button on the “Tag Setup” Screen:
Select the Line/Text button:
Ensure that the proper color tag for the selected Andon cell is entered and verify the followingcolor/flash properties for the following values:Note: since the same tag determines both the text and the color/flash property, the color/flashproperty will remain constant for each text message:
2 = Red = STP = Control Side Emergency Stop3 = Yellow Flash = MNT = Control Side Maintenance Call4 = Green Flash = LDR = Control Side Leader Call5 = Yellow = LSC = Control Side Light Screen Fault7 = Yellow Flash = TIP = Control Side TIP Change8 = Green = BLK = Station Blocked9 = Yellow = STV = Station Starved10 = Red Flash = OVR = Station Over Cycle11 = Yellow = MNL = Control Side Manual12 = Red = HLD = Control Side Robot (s) in Hold13 = Yellow = MI = Control Side Manual Intervention14 = Red = SG = Control Side Safety Gate Open15 = Green Flash = AUT = Station in Auto18 = Red = STP = Remote Station Emergency Stop19 = Yellow Flash = MNT = Remote Station Maintenance Call20 = Green Flash = LDR = Remote Station Leader Call21 = Yellow = LCS = Remote Light Screen Fault23 = Yellow Flash = TIP = Remote Station Tip Change27 = Yellow = MNL = Remote Station Manual28 = Red = HLD = Remote Station Robot (s) in Hold29 = Yellow = MI = Remote Station Manual Intervention30 = Red = SG = Remote Station Safety Gate Open32 = Yellow Flash = REJ = Perceptron Reject Part33 = Green Flash = PTW = Perceptron Trend Warning36 = Red = TRQ = Nut Runner Torque Fault47 = Yellow Flash = HPR = Hopper Low52 = Red = TRQ = Nut Runner Torque Fault63 = Yellow Flash = HPR = Remote Hopper LowNote: The color Black is the same as off and will show nothing in the area designated.
• ControlLogix processors with 1756-ENET or 1756-ENBT module • CompactLogix processors with Ethernet module • PLC5 'E' Series • PLC5 Enhanced Processors with 1785-ENET module • SLC5/05 • SoftLogix5• SLC5/03, SLC5/04 via 1761-NET-ENI module• PLC5 via 1761-NET-ENI module• MicroLogix 1000/1200/1500 via 1761-NET-ENI module• PLC5 via ControlLogix Gateway to DH+• SLC5/04 via ControlLogix Gateway to DH+• ControlLogix via ControlLogix Gateway to DH+
Supported PLC’sThe following PLC's are supported. This list may change as processors areadded, but all processors within a family (PLC5, SLC500, Logix) should be compatible.· PLC5/20E· PLC5/40E· PLC5/80E· PLC5 enhanced processors with 1785-ENET (Ethernet Side Car)· SLC5/05· ControlLogix 5550 with 1756-ENET module· SoftLogix5· SLC500 via channel 0 with 1761-NET-ENI Module· MicroLogix 1000/1200/1500 via channel 0 with 1761-NET-ENI Module· PLC5 processors via channel 0 with 1761-NET-ENI ModuleThe MHAAB Topic Server contains one topic call: BLOCK1. The topic (BLOCK1) containssixteen items: R1 through R16 (can be up to R32); Each item is assigned to an Andon displaycell that represents the condition of a station. So Row 2 is assigned BLOCK1!R1 through R8 andRow 4 is assigned BLOCK1!R9 through R16 as shown in the following table:
Note: This table is under construction. Consult your sales person for the latest version.Display Header = R10C10T & C = MHASCC|A1CELLS!R10C10T & R10C10T
GOAL = MHASCC|A1PROJ!NUM ACTUAL = MHASCC|A1ACTUAL!NUM TIME = MHASCC|SYSTEM!TIME
Display HeaderNUM dataAndon data line 1Andon data line 2Andon data line 3Andon data line 4Marquee
The Tag for the first cell on the second row called R02C01C has the DDE link=MHAAB|BLOCK1!R1The data type must be an ASCII Decimal since the tag will provide a number between 0 and 15from the AB PLC that will determine the message text, color and flash properties for thespecified Andon Cell:
The MHAAB Server lists all the configured Topic / Item combinations currently addressed byData Manager:
The only topic configuration available is the ability to change the first slave address from thedefault of “10” to a different number, to do this, select Configure/Slave Address:
The Start Address represents the address for Andon station cell “R02C01C” or the Andon stationcell fed by the tag whose DDE path is “=MHAAB|BLOCK1!R1” :The Item addresses for R1through R16 are in octal starting from the Start Address.If the start address (R1) = 10, the following Items will have the following addresses:R1 = 10 R9 = 20R2 = 11 R10 = 21R3 = 12 R11 = 22R4 = 13 R12 = 23R5 = 14 R13 = 24R6 = 15 R14 = 25R7 = 16 R15 = 26R8 = 17 R16 = 27
Allen Bradley MSG Table Configuration
On the Allen Bradley PLC5 equipped with an Ethernet card, configure the following MSGInstruction to communicate with the MHAAB Server on the display’s internal PC:• For Communication Command use: PLC-2 Unprotected Write• For PLC-5 Data Table Address: Select an available area of the Integer data table of the
PLC• Size in Elements: Represents the number of stations (Items) to be sent to the MHAAB server
from this PLC. This number can be from 1 to 32. For the screen being configured in thismanual, This number can be from 1 to 16.
• Port Number: Always “3A”• Target Device Data Table Address: Used as an offset (from selected “Start Address” in
MHAAB Server) for the first station cell to receive data from this PLC, Size in Elements(above) determines how many station cells will receive data from this PLC.
• MultiHop: NO• Ethernet IP Address: Enter the IP address of the PC running MHAAB server (full matrix
display board’s Internal PC): Example: To randomly configure four AB PLCs to send data to R1 through R16, configure the first AB PLC to send data to Cells R1 through R4 by configuring the MSG window “Size in Elements: = 4 (dec)” and the “Data Table Address: = 10
(octal)”; configure the second AB PLC to send data to Cells R5 through R12 by configuring the MSG window “Size in Elements: = 8 (dec)” and the “Data Table Address: = 14 (octal)”; configure the third AB PLC to send data to Cells R13 and R14 by configuring the MSG window “Size in Elements: = 2 (dec)” and the “Data Table Address: = 24 (octal)”; configure the fourth AB PLC to send data to Cells R15 and R16 by configuring the MSG window “Size in Elements: = 2 (dec)” and the “Data Table Address: = 26 (octal)”. The following table illustrates this particular configuration, any configuration can be used with one to four PLCs: PLC Size in Elements Data Table Address Station CellsFirst PLC 4 decimal 10 octal R1
Remember; the selected PLC-5 Data Table will contain integer values from 0 to 15 to displayone of the following station condition messages for each of the Andon display cells. Whichdisplay cells are to be fed by this PLC is determined by the “PLC-5: Size in Elements” settingfor the first display cell offset, and the “Target Device: Data Table Address” for the number ofdisplay cells fed by this PLC:
0 = Black = Blank1 = Red = FLT = Fault2 = Red = STP = Control Side Emergency Stop3 = Yellow Flash = MNT = Control Side Maintenance Call4 = Green Flash = LDR = Control Side Leader Call5 = Yellow = LSC = Control Side Light Screen Fault7 = Yellow Flash = TIP = Control Side TIP Change8 = Green = BLK = Station Blocked9 = Yellow = STV = Station Starved10 = Red Flash = OVR = Station Over Cycle11 = Yellow = MNL = Control Side Manual12 = Red = HLD = Control Side Robot (s) in Hold13 = Yellow = MI = Control Side Manual Intervention14 = Red = SG = Control Side Safety Gate Open15 = Green Flash = AUT = Station in Auto18 = Red = STP = Remote Station Emergency Stop19 = Yellow Flash = MNT = Remote Station Maintenance Call
20 = Green Flash = LDR = Remote Station Leader Call21 = Yellow = LCS = Remote Light Screen Fault23 = Yellow Flash = TIP = Remote Station Tip Change27 = Yellow = MNL = Remote Station Manual28 = Red = HLD = Remote Station Robot (s) in Hold29 = Yellow = MI = Remote Station Manual Intervention30 = Red = SG = Remote Station Safety Gate Open32 = Yellow Flash = REJ = Perceptron Reject Part33 = Green Flash = PTW = Perceptron Trend Warning36 = Red = TRQ = Nut Runner Torque Fault47 = Yellow Flash = HPR = Hopper Low52 = Red = TRQ = Nut Runner Torque Fault63 = Yellow Flash = HPR = Remote Hopper LowNote: The color Black is the same as off and will show nothing in the area designated.
The following four message tables illustrate the configuration required for the example on theprevious page:
1st PLC Message Table 2nd PLC Message Table
3rd PLC Message Table 4th PLC Message Table
The following Ladder Logic is an example of how each PLC can be programmed to update theMHAAB Server on a time basis (every minute) and on a data change basis:
Music and Lamp Test ConfigurationThe music and/or lamp test can be accessed by one to 32 PLC’s. The addresses are in octalstarting with 50 by default. Each PLC will have a MSG table dedicated to music and lamp testdata exclusively:
PLC Size in Elements Data Table Address (octal) FunctionFirst PLC 2 decimal 50 PLC 1 Music
To change the default Start Address from the default of “50”, open the following menus in theMHAAB Server:
The Music has a priority based configuration and is setup as an "or" function. This means thatthe largest tune number of the 32 PLC's will be the number that is played until either a highertune number is sent by another PLC (which will interrupt the current tune) or the PLC that iscurrently sending the highest tune, sends a higher or lower numbered tune or sends tune number“0” (no tune). If the PLC sending the highest tune, sends a tune with a lower number than a tunebeing sent by another PLC, the higher numbered tune from the other PLC will take priority andplay.Note: Each of the 32 PLCs can simultaneously send tunes but only the highest numbered tunewill actually be played on the speaker at any given time.
The Lamp Test is also set up as an "or" function. This means that if any of the 32 PLC's sendsnon-zero number to a lamp test data table address, the board will illuminate all amber LED's. Ifall of the PLC's show a zero the LED's will return to normal.
Note: This section is under construction. Consult your sales person for the latest version.
Enter the number of the Tune in the Tune Number window, enter a Tune Name and click onBrowse to locate the Folder that contains the wave file. When finished the window should looklike this:
Click OK to add this tune to the main list on the driver:
To Modify, select the tune from the main list and click Modify. The filename is the only thingthat can be modified. If you want to change the Tune Number or Tune Name you must click onthe tune and click Delete. Then click new and re-enter all the information.
To Delete a tune, click on the tune from the main list and click Delete.
For Flipping pages on the Data Manager, this SDM tag should be created. It should be includedwith the Electro-Matic – Single Block file on the full matrix display. If so you do not have torecreate the tag. If it is not included create a new tag named SDM and insert the DDE link:=MHASCC|A1SCREENNO!SDM.
For using No Comms on the MHASCC driver, this TIMEOUT tag should be created. It shouldbe included with the Electro-Matic – Single Block file on the full matrix display. If so you donot have to recreate the tag. If it is not included create a new tag named TIMEOUT and insertthe DDE link:=MHASCC|SYSTEM!STATUS.
Here is an example of this TIMEOUT tag:
For using No Comms on the MHAAB driver, this STATUS tag should be created. It should beincluded with the Electro-Matic – Single Block file on the full matrix display. If so you do nothave to recreate the tag. If it is not included create a new tag named STATUS and insert theDDE link:=MHAAB|SYSTEM!STATUS.
Click on the Start-up Button with the green check mark. This window will now be open:
There is a program included with the Electro-Matic – Single Block project on every displayboard. This program in under the start-up button. So this program is run every time the Electro-Matic – Single Block project is in run mode.
Below this program is discussed step by step. When you finish making your changes in thisprogram, go under the file menu and save. Then the Application Language window and makesure a green check mark is still next to the Start-up button. If there is a red X, click on the Start-up button again and go under file menu and open the startup.dmb file and close the windowagain. You should now see the green check mark. If you do not see it, repeat the process untilyou do.
Data Manager Program that controls the Page Flip and No CommsVariable DeclarationThe top of this program is the declaration of variables that are used in the program. The firstthree variables are used with the page flip SDM command. The last two variables are used withthe No Comms Command. The variable #scrn_no_tag is the current value of theA1SREENNO tag. The variable #scr_no_now is equal to the last changed value of theA1SREENNO tag. The variable #failure is used in the mainloop part of the program. Thisvariable is looking for a change either in the A1SREENNO tag or the TIMEOUT or STATUStag. The variable #stat_tag is the current value of the TIMEOUT orSTATUS tag depending on if you are monitoring the MHASCC or MHAABstatus. The variable #last is the last changed value from theTIMEOUT or STATUS tag. Two additional variables can be added ifyou want to monitor the status of the No Comms communication onthe MHASCC and MHAAB drivers at the same time.
Main Program LoopThe next part of this program is the mainloop used to monitor a change in either theA1SCREENNO, STATUS or TIMEOUT tags. The line (#failure =GETTAG("a1screenno",#scrn_no_tag)) is grabbing the tag a1screenno and setting itequal to the variable #scrn_no_tag. Then the next line (if #scr_no_now !=#scrn_no_tag then goto screenchange) is checking to see if the current value ofthe a1screenno tag has changed. If it has changed the program will jump to the screenchangepart of the program. The line (#failure = GETTAG("TIMEOUT",#scrn_no_tag)) isgrabbing the tag TIMEOUT tag and setting it equal to the variable #stat_tag. Then thenext line (if #last != #stat_tag then goto screenchange) is checking to seeif the current value of the TIMEOUT tag has changed. If it has changed the program will jumpto the timeout part of the program. The TIMEOUT tag can be changed to the STATUS tag tolook for No Comms on the MHAAB driver or the two lines of code can be copied so bothdrivers can be checked for No Comms. Of course the variables #stat_tag and #last will had to bechanged in the copied part of the code and two new variables will have to be declared at the topof the program. :mainloop#failure = GETTAG("a1screenno",#scrn_no_tag)if #scr_no_now != #scrn_no_tag then goto screenchange#failure = GETTAG("TIMEOUT",#stat_tag)if #last != #stat_tag then goto timeoutwait(1.0)goto mainloop
Screen Flip Program LoopThe screenchange part of the program with check the value of the #scrn_no_tag sent from themainloop program. This value will determine what Data Manager project screen will bedisplayed on the board. In this example, if the #scrn_no_tag is equal to 1, the program jumps tothe template loop. In the template loop the page on the newpic line will be the page displayed onthe board. In this case the “template.sid” will be displayed. If the #scrn_no_tag is equal to 1, theprogram jumps to the :chart loop. In the chart loop the page on the newpic line will be the pagedisplayed on the board. In this case the “chart.sid” will be displayed. You can add additionalpages to this program or adjust the newpic line based on what page you need to display on theboard. You may also want to change the name of each loop based on the name of the page youwant to display. For example, if you had a page named test.sid and you wanted to add this to thescreenchange part of the program. You would add the line (if #scrn_no_tag == 2then goto test) to the screenchange loop. Then add a loop called test just like thetemplate and chart loops. Just make sure to set the #scr_no_now = 2 and the newpic (“test.sid”).
:screenchangeif #scrn_no_tag == 0 then goto templateif #scrn_no_tag == 1 then goto chart#scr_no_now = #scrn_no_taggoto mainloop
Timeout Program LoopThe timeout part of the program with set the value of the #last tag to the same value as the#stat_tag sent from the mainloop program. This value will determine if the Data Manager
project screen will display the timeout page on the board. If the variable #stat_tag is equal to 1then the program jumps to the nocomms loop located below the timeout loop. This nocommsloop will display the page timeout.sid and then return to the mainloop. If you wanted to add thestatus loop for the MHAAB driver as was talked about above. Just copy the timeout loop andchange it to status. Also, change the variables to the new variables that you created.:timeout#last = #stat_tagif #stat_tag == 1 then goto nocommsgoto template
There are many ways to play a movie on the internal PC on the displays. Here is an example of a quickand easy way to get a movie running on your display.
First, transfer the file over to the display. This can be done using PCanywhere, NetMeeting or bymapping over a drive from your PC. To play a movie on the installed windows media player this file mustbe one of the following file types: an .avi file, a .mpeg file or a .wmv file.
To begin showing the movie, click on the movie file.
This will open the movie file in the windows media player. Once the player is open you can resize theplayer to make the movie larger or small depending on the size of your LED matrix display.
Once the movie is playing on the desktop of the internal PC there are two options for making this movievisible on the display:
1. Move the media player to the current X and Y coordinates. Remember the X and Y coordinatesstart at the upper left hand corner and from there they display the available number of pixels fromthat point.
2. Move the X and Y coordinates from its current location to the location of the media player. This ispossible by using the included positioning software. See Chapter 10, LED Panel Set for theFactory Vision displays.
The Non-PC Based Displays use one of three communication protocols:
1. Gigatron Native Protocol (GNP)2. Serial Communications Protocol (SCP)3. Adaptive Reduced Version Protocol
Each of these protocols will be discussed in detail in the next paragraphs.
Gigatron Native Protocol (GNP)The GNP protocol is used to drive a sign from standard software providers called “Gigatron 3.63”.This software must be loaded on a Windows PC and is utilized to place messages on the display. Thissoftware is meant to be used in a non-industrial application where by messages, graphics and specialeffects need to be played on the marquees infrequently. An example would be for employee messaging,a lobby application or a commercial of the sign.
GNP Communications is via Ethernet TCP/IP, Rs485 or RS422.
The Gigatron 3.63 messaging software allows for configuration of the Messages, Time SchedulingMessages, Creating Logos and other special effects for the marquee. Refer to Appendix E for full detailson this software.
To determine if the sign is configured with Gigatron native protocol, remove power from the sign, wait 5 to10 seconds and then reapply power.
During the power-up sequence, the sign will show the following:• Gigatron Serial Number.• Version Number
If the version number is 3XXXX (where X can be any character) then the unit is configured for GigatronNative Protocol.Serial Communications Protocol (SCP)Refer to the detailed protocol manual for further information on the protocol.
The SCP protocol is used to drive the sign from another device utilizing ASCII strings. This protocol isvery useful in an industrial setting or other applications where by the marquee needs to display largeamounts of data in a row/column format and the data is changed frequently. The software required tosend the ASCII commands to the marquee are the users responsibility. An example use would be for afactory andon board or menu board.
To determine if the sign is configured with Serial Communications Protocol, remove power from the sign,wait 5 to 10 seconds and then reapply power.
During the power-up sequence, the sign will show the following:• Gigatron Serial Number.• Version Number
If the version number is 4XXXX (where X can be any character) then the unit is configured for SCPprotocol.
Advanced Reduced Version Protocol (ADP)Refer to the detailed protocol manual for further information on the protocol.The ADP Protocol is used to drive the sign from another device utilizing ASCII strings. This protocol isuseful in displaying text messages in various colors with varying display formats (scroll, roll, sparkle, etc.).The software required to send the ASCII commands to the marquee are the
If the version number is 5XXXX (where X can be any character) then the unit is configured for ADPprotocol.
Chapter 10, Gigatron SetupUsing LED Set MainMenu with the Factory Vision Displays
A look at the menu bar in LED Set MainMenu.
This is used to configure a Non-PC sign containing a Gigatron unit. This will allow the user to change theIP Address, sign pixel size, overall brightness and serial number.Caution: These are factory set and any changes can cause the sign to malfunction.
This is used to download CPU and FPGA firmware to the sign’s Gigatron board. These are factory setand changes are made only when required by the manufacturer.
This is used to set the sign’s brightness on an 8x8 block of LED‘s. This is factory set and is only requiredwhen an LED component is replaced.
This is used to download font types to a Gigatron used in Non-PC based display.
This is used to configure a display with an internal PC. This software can set the start positioncoordinates of the internal PC display. It can also be used to set the sign size in pixels, the overallbrightness and specify single or double-sided displays.
Using System Set for Non-PC versions of the Factory Vision Displays
System Set will allow the user to change the IP Address, the Sign Size, the Baud Rate, the TCP timeout,the Serial Number, the Overall Brightness and the Fan Start Temperature.
Setting the IP Address:
Click on the System Set (Non PC) Button.
This will open the System Set Password screen. Enter 1234 and click OK. The password can bechanged by entering the current password and re-entering the new password twice.
The System Set Screen will now open up.
To Begin working with the System Set, make sure the IP Address window is filled in correctly and clickConnect. The default IP Address on all the Gigatron boards unless specified by the customer is169.254.10.49. This connection to the Gigatron will update the window with the current configurationsettings.
After connecting to the Gigatron, the System Set will display the IP Address and the version of Gigatronsoftware currently loaded on the unit. There are three versions available for the Gigatron.
SoftVer: 3XXX - Gigatron Firmware - Loaded on boards containing an internal PC and also on boardswithout a PC.SoftVer: 4XXX - SCP Firmware - Loaded on boards without an internal PC.SoftVer: 5XXX - ADP Firmware - Loaded on boards without an internal PC.
After clicking OK the software will automatically update the system parameters.
When you see the above message the system settings have been updated correctly. Click OK tocontinue.
To change the IP Address, enter the new Address in the IP Addr Box and Click Set Para to sign.
After clicking Set Para to sign, the new IP Address is set and a Set Hard Error box will appear. This willappear due to a loss of connection from the Gigatron due to the new IP Address. Power down the unit for10 seconds and restart for the new IP Address to take effect.
If the new IP Address is similar to the current IP Address on the Gigatron, the message Set Hard OK willappear instead of the previous message.
Setting the Sign Size, Baud Rate and TCP Timeout:
Click on the Sign Para Tab to get to these settings.
Sign Size: Dimension of the sign in pixels.Display Mode:Same Contents - Same information on each side of a double-sided display.Different Contents - Different information on each side of a double-sided display. In a board using aninternal PC the second side will start at the same column and row + 128 pixels from the current rowsetting.FPGA Len: This is calculated automatically. This is used to help with the brightness adjusting.Position: This is the starting position of the sign. For a Non-PC unit this should be set to Start Col: 1Start Row: 0. Hit the Default button to change to these settings.Baud Rate: Sets the Baud Rate of the Master Board.TCP Timeout: Set the TCP timeout of the Ethernet connection (From 0 - 255).MAC Addr: Displays the current MAC Address of the Gigatron Board. Do not change the MAC Addresswindow.Sign Type: Select RG(8:8) for a tri-color display and RGB(5:6:5) for a full color display.
Setting the Sign Size:Change the Width and Height to match the pixel array of your display. This should only occur if you areadding a new Gigatron to an existing display. After changing the settings click Set Para to Sign. Ifcompleted successfully the Set Hard Ok box will appear. Click OK to close.
Setting the Baud Rate:Click on the pull down menu to change the Baud Rate. The default setting is 9600 Baud. After changingthe rate click on Set Para to sign to complete the change.
Setting the TCP Timeout:The TCP Timeout is set in minutes (0-255). The default setting is 0. This means that the sign will neverbreak connection from the network. If you change the time to 5 minutes for example, after 5 minutes ofno activity the sign will break the TCP/IP connection. After changing the timeout settings, click on SetPara to sign to complete the change.
Additional Settings on the System Set Menu:
Click on the Tools Tab to get to these Settings.
Serial Number: A number that can be unique to each display. This is displayed on the startup screenwhen the unit is powered up. Click Get SN to read current setting and enter a new number and click SetSN to change.Brightness: Overall brightness on the display. Range is from 0 to 128 (max). Click Get to read currentsettings or enter a new brightness value and Click Set to change the current value on the display.
Fan Start Temperature: Allows the user to control a fan in the display. The range is in degrees C andthe default is 56. Click Get to read current settings or enter a new temperature and Click Set to changethe current value on the display.Save Para to file: Allows the user to save the settings for this Gigatron to a file.Get Para from file: Allows the user to get settings from a previously saved file.System Msg: Shows the current System Information on the Gigatron board. There is an example below.
Using Update for Non-PC versions of the Factory Vision Displays
Update Functionality
Click on the Update Button.
This will open the Update Password screen. Enter 1234 and click OK. The password can be changed byentering the current password and re-entering the new password twice.
To connect to the Gigatron unit make sure the IP Address and Tran Mode is correct. The default for aboard with an internal PC is RS232/485 and serial port Com2. The default for the IP Address is169.254.10.49. (Note: If the User’s Computer IP Address is not of the segment 169.254.10.x, then theuser needs to modify the IP Address of the computer to make it the same as the sign.) If communicatingvia Serial Port, just select RS232/485 and the exact serial port of the PC to connect to the display. Aftersetting the IP Address of the Gigatron and the Tran Mode Click Connect.
After connecting to the Gigatron, the Update will display the IP Address and the version of Gigatronsoftware currently loaded on the unit. There are three versions available for the Gigatron.
SoftVer: 3XXX - Gigatron Firmware - Loaded on boards containing an internal PC and also on boardswithout a PC.SoftVer: 4XXX - SCP Firmware - Loaded on boards without an internal PC.SoftVer: 5XXX - ADP Firmware - Loaded on boards without an internal PC.
Click OK to continue.
Make sure CPU is selected in the program type and Click on the … button to select the new version offirmware to load.
After selecting the … button, the menu to select the .bin file will open.
Pick the verXXXX.bin file that you are planning to load into the Gigatron and click Open.
The File Name box will now show the link to the CPU .bin file that is set to be loaded
Click Updata to download this file.
Important:1. Make sure not to shut off power on the display while downloading, or the download failure will result inan unrecoverable Gigatron unit that must be physically replaced.2. While downloading the .bin file, if a communication error occurs make sure to not shut off the power,just continue downloading.3. If power is accidentally cut off while downloading, the unit will have to be sent back to the factory forrepair.
When completely successfully the box below with pop up. Click OK to close.
Click on exit to close the Update program.
Using LED Match for all versions of the Factory Vision Displays
LED Match Functionality
The LED Match Software is designed to set the brightness of specified blocks of LED’s on the sign toassure optimal consistency and uniformity of color and brightness.
Click on the LED Match Button.
The LED Match Screen will now open up.
To connect to the Gigatron unit make sure the IP Address and Tran Mode is correct. The default for aboard with an internal PC is RS232/485 and serial port Com2. The default for the IP Address is169.254.10.49. (Note: If the User’s Computer IP Address is not of the segment 169.254.10.x, then theuser needs to modify the IP Address of the computer to make it the same as the sign.) If communicatingvia Serial Port, just select RS232/485 and the exact serial port of the PC to connect to the display. Aftersetting the IP Address of the Gigatron and the Tran Mode Click Connect.
After connecting to the Gigatron, the Update will display the IP Address and the version of Gigatronsoftware currently loaded on the unit. There are three versions available for the Gigatron.
SoftVer: 3XXX - Gigatron Firmware - Loaded on boards containing an internal PC and also on boardswith a PC.SoftVer: 4XXX - SCP Firmware - Loaded on boards without an internal PC.SoftVer: 5XXX - ADP Firmware - Loaded on boards without an internal PC.
This connection to the Gigatron will also update the size of the display to the LED Match software andshow a block of LED’s on the internal PC or on the remote PC depending on what type of Factory VisionDisplay you are currently using. Click OK to continue.
Below is an example of what is displayed on the screen. The matrix is made up of 8x8 pixel blocks.These blocks can be adjusted individually or in a group. Each 8x8 block is mounted on a driver unit thatis 64x16 pixels.
To begin the LED Match software click on the Tools menu and select Read Brightness. This will pull thebrightness file from the gigatron to the LED Match software. The Read Brightness icon on the toolbar canalso be used.
After the file is read from the Gigatron, click OK to continue.
Now select the side you want to adjust. For a single-sided board select Side A for a double-sided boardyou can select either side A or side B. This can be selected on the toolbar or under the tools menu.
After selecting the correct side, the colors for the display should be selected. For example if you want toadjust the green portion of the LED tiles you must set it up for green, etc.
For a Non-PC display follow these instructions:
Click on the Test menu and select the color that you would like to adjust on the display. It isrecommended that you select Screen All Red or All Green. This is due to the fact that the tricolordisplays are made up of Red and Green LED’s.
When finished matching the tiles remember to go back and click test menu and end test.
For an internal PC display follow these instructions:
Click on the tools menu and select Options or select the Options icon from the tool bar.
Here are the options to adjust on the Led Match options menu:Load Image: Allow the user to load an image into the Led Match simulator.Fore Color: The background color on the Led Match Simulator.Recommend using red or green to match the tiles.Line Color: The color used on the grid lines of the Led Match Simulator.Recommend using black to show the grid lines on the tiles.Select Color: The color used on the selection area of the Led Match Simulator.Select border color: The color used for the selection border in the Led Match Simulator. Recommendusing Amber to show the selected section with the red or green background.
Recommend usingMatrix Size: For tri-color displays the Matrix size is 8x8.
After setting up the colors for you display click OK to continue.
For all displays begin following these instructions:
Drag and select the area or just select the block that you want to adjust.
Once the area or block is selected click on menu and select Set Brightness or select the sun icon on thetoolbar.
This will open a slider that will give you control of the red and green portion of the LED’s. Enter thenumber of move the slider to change the brightness of each color.
After changing the intensity of the color a pop up box will let you know that this new brightness data wassent okay to the Gigatron board.Note: If a large section is chosen for adjustment, this brightness adjustment can take several minutesbefore you see the below pop-up box.
When you have finished adjusting the brightness of the LED’s. Click on menu and select WriteBrightness to save the new data to the Gigatron board.
Click OK to continue.
Additional LED Match Tools for Non-PC Displays
Click on the Test menu and select one of the following items to test the LED’s on the display.
Select Screen All Red, All Green or All Yellow to light up the LED’sSelect Horizontal or Vertical Scan to test the LED’s functionalityClick End Test to turn off any of these tests.
Using LED Panel Set for PC versions of the Factory Vision Displays
LED Panel Set FunctionalityLED Panel Set will allow the user to change the coordinates of the display, the Sign Size, the overallbrightness, and the display mode.
To connect to the Gigatron unit make sure the IP Address and Tran Mode is correct. These settings canbe found on the communication tab. The default for a board with an internal PC is RS232/485 and serialport Com2. The default for the IP Address is 169.254.10.49. (Note: If the User’s Computer IP Addressis not of the segment 169.254.10.x, then the user needs to modify the IP Address of the computer tomake it the same as the sign.) If communicating via Serial Port, just select RS232/485 and the exactserial port of the PC to connect to the display. After setting the IP Address of the Gigatron and the TranMode Click Connect.
After connecting to the Gigatron, the Update will display the IP Address and the version of Gigatronsoftware currently loaded on the unit. There are three versions available for the Gigatron.
SoftVer: 3XXX - Gigatron Firmware - Loaded on boards containing an internal PC and also on boardswithout a PC.SoftVer: 4XXX - SCP Firmware - Loaded on boards without an internal PC.SoftVer: 5XXX - ADP Firmware - Loaded on boards without an internal PC.
This connection to the Gigatron will also update the size of the display along with the coordinates to theLED Panel Set software. Click OK to close this box.
Click OK to close the Get hardware msg box.
Setting the Coordinates on the display:The display on the internal PC is set for 640x480. These coordinates below allow the user to moveanywhere within that display. The coordinates start at 0,0 and go to 640,480. To move the location ofthe LED display, pick the new coordinates and click the Set Para to sign button and click OK to continue.These coordinates set the upper left hand corner of the display. The rest of the display is filled in to theright and down from that point.
Setting the Sign Size of the display:This setting will only be changed if a user is setting up a new Gigatron. This setting should be setcorrectly when it ships from the factory. To change the size, enter the new size in pixels and click SetPara to sign to make the change. Click OK when finished. If this is set incorrectly, the sign will typicallyhave a multitude of every color on the display portion that is undefined because of a size that is too small.If the sign is set too large then the display will shift up and to the left depending on whether it is the heightor width that is incorrect.
Setting the Overall Brightness on the display:This setting will allow the user to change the overall brightness of the display. The range is from 0 - 128.This setting should be set to 100 when it ships from the factory. To change the brightness, enter the newnumber and click Set Para to sign to make the change. Click OK when finished.
Setting the Control Mode on the display:This setting will allow the user to change the control mode on the Gigatron board. The VGA SYNC modemeans the Gigatron will display directly from the internal PC or in the OFF-LINE mode the board willdisplay directly from the Gigatron. The offline mode makes the unit act as a marquee instead of a fullmatrix display. To change the control mode, select the circle and click Set Para to sign to make thechange. Click OK when finished.
Setting the Display Mode on the display:This setting will allow the user to change the display mode on the Gigatron board. The Same Contentsmode means the Gigatron will display the same portion of the internal PC display on each side of theboard. The Diff. Contents mode allows the user to look at two different portion of the internal PC displayon each side of the board. The first side will display the coordinates chosen in the position section of theLED Panel Set and the second side will start at the same column and row + 128 pixels from the currentrow setting. To change the display mode, select the circle and click Set Para to sign to make the change.Click OK when finished.
Offset Position:This setting is set at the factory based on the internal PC used in the Factory Vision display. This settingshould never have to be changed.
MAC Addr:This is the MAC Address that is set at the factory. This setting should never have to be changed.
Sign Type:This is the type of sign that is being controlled by the Gigatron. The RG(8:8) is for the tri-color LED’s andthe RGB(5:6:5) is for the Full Color LED’s. This is set at the factory and should never have to bechanged.
Using Font Manager for Non-PC versions of the Factory Vision Displays
Font Manager Functionality1. Brief description
When a Gigatron system displays text, it displays it in fonts that have been downloaded to itsmemory. And before the sign is delivered, we have downloaded some fonts: Normal5, Normal7,Normal15, Normal16, etc, in practical use, the user may want to add some special fonts orcharacters. This font manager is developed for new fonts editing, original fonts modifying and alsoyou can change fonts available in a Windows system into a font format that is compatible with theGigatron system.
2. Introduction
Click button in MainMenu interface to get out interface below:
File MenuFile|New Font List: This menu is to get out font list interface. Also you can select this to
download fonts to sign’s master board. Hot key: Ctrl+N.File|New Font: Click this to create new fonts, hot key: Ctrl+Alt+NFile|Open: To open a font list file.File|Convert font: To convert Windows fonts into the format that Gigatron can recognize.File|Exit: To exit the software.
WindowThis menu is to manage the interfaces that you’ve opened, there are three drop-down list: Tile,
cascade, ArrageIcons.
HelpClick this menu to get help information of the software operation and detail description of this
current version.
3. OperationsInterface introductionSelect File|New Font List from the menu to pop up the following interface:
Font List|Add: To add a new font file to the File List Area. Also click the button willdo.
Font List|Delete: To delete a font file from the File List Area. Or click the button .Font List|Edit: To select a font file from the File List Area and to edit it. Or use the button
.
Font list|Move up: To move a file to a upward place. Or click the button.
Font list|Move down: To move down a file in the File List Area. Or use the button .
Font list|Update Font List: to download the font files to the memory of sign’s master board fromthe File List Area.
Detail Operations of Font File List editingTo edit the font list file, first add the file to the File List Area. As per the following figure, to add
: To select the font upstairs. If the current editing font is “ A”, it will appear the upwardcharacter “@ “ after clicking this button, as per the following figure:
: To move to the font downstairs. If current editing character is “ A”, there will prompts thedownstairs character “B” after clicking the button, as per the following figure:
: To zoom in the font editing area to original size
: To zoom out the Font Editing Area in a certain proportion.
: To zoom in the Font Editing Area in some proportion.
c) Use the button to clear the whole font editing area.d) Sometimes we need some other fonts except for those available in this software, in that case
we have two solutions. One is to create new fonts by editing it in Font Editing Area, the otheris to take over some that are available in Windows system to replace the current ones, do asthe following:
Seeing the figure above, we select the font “MS Serif”, set the size 10, and input “A” in thebottom blank:
Then, use the button to accomplish replacement. The system will automatically replace thecharacter font in Font Editing Area with Windows font as required. Per the following figure:
Click to save the replacement and now we finish replacing the character A in Char-15 font withthat in MS Serif font.The user can also replace the current editing fonts with any other fonts he likes.
: The font replacement we do here operate against just the single character that is editedin the Font Editing Area, not the whole font list. So after we download the new font list, onlycharacter A is in font “MS Serif”, while the rest of the font list are still in font Char_15.
: When you select some fonts from Windows, please make sure to select the right fontsize. That is, the font size must be not bigger than that of current edited font. If you select a sizebigger than the current editing area, the sign will not display the whole font, maybe the user canonly see part of the character. For example, if the user select font “MS Serif”, select size 12, thefollowing will be displayed:
1.2 Edit special characterSometimes the user may want to display some special
characters, which are not available in the original font list. In thatcase, the user needs to edit the character manually. For example,if the user wants to display the character “�”, how to edit it?
Let us suppose the current font is Char-15.fnt, do the following to add to the font list thecharacter “�”:
Select the menu File|Open on the Font Editing interface, and you will see the following popups:
: If there isn’t any blank square left when opening a font list file, use add button to add a new lineof blank square, as per the following figure:
: In the case that the user uses some specialcharacter very often, while seldom use certain character exiting on the keyboard, we can do thereplacement for convenience. Let’s explain by an example. Suppose the user often use character“�”, and seldom use the character “@”, however. The user can just replace “@” with “�” per thesolution we provide above. And now it’s made more convenient for the user to input “�”, just bypressing the key “@” in the keyboard.
1.3 Convert Windows fonts to font format that can be recognized by GigatronWindows provides a full range of fonts and we can take them over to our Gigatron system. We justneed to convert Window fonts to the format that can be recognized by Gigatron.
Refer to operations below:a) Firstly, please note the resolution of the sign. For if you convert some font that are higher
than the height of sign’s dot matrix, the sign can’t display it in a whole. Suppose the signis 16 dot high, it can’t display fonts that are higher than 16 dot. So, when converting, theuser should make sure not to convert to the font higher than 16 dot.
b) Select the menu File| Convert Font to pop up the convert dialog:
Select the font style, font size and specify the route to save the file in the above dialog. Checkthe options in the checkbox on the left of the interface to select the language to convert to. Finally
click the button to accomplish converting.c) After converting, there will be the following pop up:
1.4 Create new fontIf the user wants to display some special style of fonts that is not available neither in Windows norin Gigatron’s master board, he can create a new style of font manually.Follow the steps below to create new font:
a) Firstly select menu File | New Font from the menu to pop up the dialog:
Input the font width, font height of the font to create and specify the rout to save it:
Click the button to enter the following interface:
b) Secondly, when creating new font, make sure to create the character exactly per its rightplace in ASCII code. For example, when we create character “ o”, we should create it inthe square of 30H. Only by creating it in that square can we get “o” when we press the
c) Draw character “o” in the Font Editing Area, as per the figure:
d) Click to save the character and create the other characters following the same steps.
: When the user create new font, make sure not to choose a font that occupies the full dotmatrix of the Font Editing area. There must be some clearance between the neighboringcharacters and text lines, in case that there is overlap between the characters or lines. Werecommend leaving one row of dot horizontally and vertically.
1.5 Download all font filesAfter finishing editing the fonts, the user need to download all font files to the memory of Sign’s
master board. Be sure to download all font files, that is, not just download the font file that you’veedited. Each time we download new data to master board, the master board will be cleared of allpreset data. So when downloading, ensure that all needed font files are downloaded. Any fontfiles that is not downloaded in the new downloading will be lost.
c) Select the menu Font List | Update Font list to download to Sign’s master board all listedfiles.
You can not use the Dot Matrix Editor Software and the Font Management Softwaresimultaneously. When download all font files, please make sure to list the file Normal5.fnt andNormal7. fnt as the first two files. The user has to follow this sequence. When the sign is switchedon, it will display a message of sign’s description (Sign’s dot matrix, hardware program version).And it is set that this message must be displayed in Normal5.fnt and Normal7.fnt. Otherwise it willbe displayed in a mess. There isn’t any sequence restrictions for other files.
LedPanelSet softwareLedPanleSet software is used to set parameters of panel, such as to set the play modes:synchronicor off-line, and also to set the display area, and if double-sided display, todisplay the same content or different content, etc, the operations are as following:
Specify Com mode and sign IP address in the above interface.
2. Operations1) Specify communication mode and sign IP address, then click connect button: to build
up communication between sign and PC. If communication successful, the button“Get Para from sign” and “Set Para to sign” are enabled.
2) Click button “Get Para from Sign” to get back sign configurations.3) Specify sign parameters in Sign Para interface and then click the button Set Para to
Sign to finish it.
Note: Off-Line button is used for Non PC versions of displays. Communications to the sign idsdone with RS232/RS485/Ethernet utilizing one of the three protocols: Gigatron, Adaptive orSLC.
When the display is set synchronism mode, thisparameter is used to set the location of what thedisplay play in the internal computer, if the display inoff-line mode, this parameter is invalid.
Displayarea size
To set the synchronismmode or off-line mode
To specify whether to displaythe same content on two sidesin case of double-sided sign.
To setbrightnes
Each side of sign will bedifferent. 2nd side of signis +126 rows down from1st side start position andat same column
PC Anywhere Usage/ConfigurationpcAnywhere is used to allow a programmer to start and configure MHASCC and MHAABTCP/IP DDE Servers, the Data Manager HMI program and the EasyMAP program which resideson the display board’s internal PC, from a remote PC on the Ethernet network. Beforecommunication can be established, PC anywhere must be loaded and configured:1. As a Host on the display board’s internal PC and2. As a Slave on the remote PC.
PC Anywhere on the Display board’s Internal PC:Normally the display board is delivered from the factory with pcAnywhere loaded andconfigured as a host with a customer specified IP address.To configure the host PC within the display board, plug a monitor, mouse, keyboard into thedisplay board connections located either behind a door on the end of the display board or behindthe front LED panel.
Start pcAnywhere with the following windows desktop icon:
To set up sign as a host on pcAnywhere.....Select “Be a host Button” which provides host connection selections:
Select Network Icon to establish TCP/IP connection:
At the bottom right corner of screen, small icon indicates that the PC is waiting for a connection:
PC Anywhere on the Remote PC or Laptop:This allows the user to establish a remote connection from a PC to a display board.
Open pcAnywhere on a remote PC connected to the same Ethernet network as the display board:
Select Remote Control Button:
Select network icon which causes a search of the TCP/IP network for a host (In this case, thedisplay board PC)
A window will appear that indicates that pcAnywhere is:“Initializing communications”“Scanning for TCP/IP Hosts”“Waiting for selection” from table listing available hosts
Select the host address you want to connect with and select OK:
If pcAnywhere requires a login, the Name = user, Password = password
Appendix B –Alpha-Sender II and Quick Sender Programs
POS Multi-Use Protocol
The POS Multi-Use Protocol is used to send sign data to the Goal, Actual and Time fieldsand the first and third row of eight Andon cell fields. The second and fourth rows of eightAndon cell fields are programmed to accept data from up to four Allen Bradley PLCs. Thefollowing is an examination of a demo program (called Ford_Test_MH1.txt) which uses the POSMulti-Use Protocol to populate the sign with Andon style information that change color fromRed to Yellow to Amber. (lines two and four are not addressed in this example) The utility usedto send this demo program to the sign is the Electro-Matic Alpha-Sender II Program. The enduser of the Electro-Matic Full Matrix Process Display board will need to develop a softwareprogram to send message information to the sign.
Alpha-Sender II Program IntroductionThe Alpha-Sender II program can be used as a method of sending strings ofhex or ASCII characters to the MacDonald Humfrey Full Matrix Process Display board. For thepurpose of this document, Alpha-Sender II will be used to send MHASCCdata to the MHASCC server which will convert the Ethernet data to DDE data to be readand displayed by the Data Manager HMI program.
Starting Alpha-Sender IIFrom remote PC window, start Alpha-Sender II program
Select line number where edited line is to be placed:
To change program line Interval in milliseconds, select line number and change Interval field:
To enter edited line, select “Replace Message” button:
Verify that edit has been completed:
To ensure that the Alpha-Sender II communicates via Ethernet, select Communication/Set Portand select “0” (“0” will set the port to communicate through Com Port 1)
To Set the IP and port address of the computer which the AlphaSender II program is going tosend code to, select
Set IP address to target PC (display board) and set port to 3001 (always).
To Run the program from AlphaSender II, select Mode Run:
Make sure the port and GG/UU is set correctly (default for the port is 3001 and default for group(GG) is 01 and unit number (UU) is 30 hex (48 decimal):
Enter your message in the message to send window:
Click on Send Immediately to send the message:
The message should now be sent to the display.
Send a Group of Timed Messages to a display or Group of displays
Select individual or group to send to one display or a group of displays:
Then select the Group for a group of displays or an IP address or associated board name wherethe message will be sent:
Make sure the port and GG/UU is set correctly (default for the port is 3001 and default for group(GG) is 01 and unit number (UU) is 30 hex (48 decimal):
Enter your first message in the message to send window:
Select Create Event to set the time you want the message to display:
Repeat this process to add additional messages to display.
Click on Enable events to run the events that you created for the display or displays.
When the red box changes to a green box with Event Enabled displayed the events are runningand the messages will be sent to the display or displays. Keep the events enabled as long as youwant the messages to be sent to the display.
Click on Disable Events when all the messages have been displayed.
Remember to not overlap the times and to put the first message at a time that will be after youstart the program running. If the message start time is before the events are enabled the firstmessage will not display.
Delete Quick Sender ItemsTo delete an event, click on Delete Event and enter the number of the event to delete and clickOK:
Disclaimer Information in this document is subject to change without notice.Companies, names and data used in examples herein are fictitious unlessotherwise noted. No part of this document may be reproduced ortransmitted in any form or by any means, electronic or mechanical, for anypurpose, without written permission of MacDonald Humfrey (Products)Ltd.
1.0 MHASCC Serial Communication ProtocolVia MHASCC software control, the Full Matrix displays can be configured to respond to either marqueetext commands (TX1) or Andon Cell commands (AW1, AC1). Many of the following additional commandsapply: NUM, 852 Marquee, SMD, TIM and CLR.
1.0.1 NUM Command: Numeric Display CommandThe NUM command is issued to display a number in a specified location on the display. The NUMcommand will by default display a “0” on the display on startup. This value will remain in this location untilanother NUM command is sent to the specific group and unit number. The values that are stored on thedisplay will be lost on startup.
NUM command syntax:ESC ‘NUM’ nnnn ‘N’ a ‘A’
Where:ESC =(required) the ASCII control code escapeNUM =(required) ASCII string ‘NUM’(stands for Numeric Display Command)nnnn =(required) the numeric data field (numbers to be displayed) (Valid digits are 0-9, hyphen,blank,and decimal point)‘N’ =(required) the character ‘N’ (stands for Number)
Note: The following parameters are optional and will be accepted as long as they donot effect the error proofing operation of the board.
a =attributeWhere a is:1 = hold (default, if a is not supplied)A = Attribute Terminator
1.0.2 TX1 Command: Text CommandThe TX1 command is issued to display text messages on a specified row in the display board. If thespecified row is currently in an ANDON configuration upon receipt of the TX1 command (meaning it iscurrently displaying cell values), the light board will blank the current cell values and, instead, display thetext message with the specified display attributes. The TX1 command will not remove the cell values thatare stored in non-volatile memory (values that have been configured using the AW1 command).The textsent by the TX1 command will be stored in volatile memory and will continue to display until one of thefollowing occurs:
The row receives a subsequent TX1 command The row receives a CLR command (clear command)
After receiving an RST, CLR or TS1 command, the row will return to an ANDON configuration.
TX1 command syntax:ESC ‘TX1’ yy ‘R’ a ‘A’ p ‘P’ s ‘S’’[xyz]
Where:ESC =(required) the ASCII control code escapeTX1 =(required) ASCII string ‘TX1’(stands for Text Mode type 1)yy =(required) the Andon cell row number, in ASCII decimal (1 to 99)‘R’ =(required) the character ‘R’ (stands for row)
Note: The following parameters are optional and will be accepted as long as they donot effect the error proofing operation of the board.
a =attributeWhere a is: 0 = off 1 = hold (default, if a is not supplied) 2 = normal flash (1 second cycle) 3 = fast flash (1/2 second cycle)A = Attribute Terminatorp = The primary display color for the text in the cell Where p is: 0 = black (off) 1 = red (default) 2 = amber 3 = green 4 = light red 5 = yellow 6 = light green 7 = brown 8 = orange
P = Primary Color Terminators = The secondary display color for the text in the cell Where s is: 0 = black (default/off) 1 = red 2 = amber 3 = green 4 = light green 5 = yellow 6 = light green 7 = brown 8 = orangeS = Secondary Color Terminator
Note: If any of the “optional” parameters above are chosen, then the correspondingparameter terminator (A, P or S) MUST also be included.[xyz] = Text to be displayed (THIS IS A REQUIRED FIELD)
If the backslash character or either of the bracket characters are to be included in thetext, they are to be preceded by the back-slash character. Examples: \\ \[ \]
Example of a TX1 command:0x02 0202 0x1b TX13R1A3P[Hello There] 0x04This will establish that row 3 will change to a text-only row and display “Hello There”(quotes will not be displayed) in a green, holding state.
1.0.3 AW1 Command: Write Values and AttributesThe AW1 Command is used to store display values and default display attributes for the cells. Thedisplay values and the default display attributes as sent to a cell using the AW1 command will be storedin memory and will remain in memory until a subsequent AW1 command is issued to reconfigure thecells.
Commands issued with AW1 take effect immediately and remove previous cell data.As many as 16 display values may be stored per cell. The specific display values for a particularcell will be identified by a bin number (bins 1 to 16).
AW1 command syntax: ESC ‘AW1’ yy ‘R’ xx ‘C’ p ‘P’ s ‘S’ f ‘F’ j ‘J’ a ‘A’ [xyz] bb ‘B’
This will establish that a new bin file will be activated and written intoFLASH.
Where: ESC = (required) the ASCII control code escape AW1 = (required) ASCII string ‘AW1’ (stands for Andon Cell Write type 1) yy = (required) the Andon cell row number, in ASCII decimal (1 to 99) R = (required) the character ‘R’ (stands for row) xx = (required) the Andon cell number, in ASCII decimal (1 to 40) C = (required) the Character ‘C’ (stands for column) p = (optional) the primary display color default for the text in the cell where: 0 = black (off) 1 = red (default) 2 = amber 3 = green 4 = light red 5 = yellow 6 = light green 7 = brown 8 = orange P = (optional) the character ‘P’ (stands for primary color) s = (optional) the secondary display color default for the text in the cell where: 0 = black (default/off) 1 = red 2 = amber 3 = green 4 = light red 5 = yellow 6 = light green 7 = brown 8 = orangeS = (optional) the character ‘S’ (stands for secondary color)
a = (optional) the Andon cell default attribute where: 0 = off 1 = on solid (default if ‘A’ is unspecified) 2 = normal flash (1 second cycle) 3 = fast flash (1/2 second cycle)A = (optional) the character ‘A’(stands for attribute) [xyz] = (required) text to be displayed
If the backslash character or either of the bracket characters is to be included in the text, they are to be preceded by the backslash character. Examples: \\ \[ \] bb = (optional) the Andon cell number, in ASCII decimal (1 to 16… default is 1 if not specified) B = (optional) the character ‘B’ (stands for bin)
This will establish that row 3; cell5; will be set to the value of “Hello [There]” in bin number 1 with system defined default attributes.
AW1 DefaultsAll attributes for cells and bins are determined by the AW1 command. If optionalattributes are not supplied via the AW1 command, the following default attributes will beadded to the cell and bin: Primary color Red Secondary color Black Font 7-pixel high Sans Serif Justification Center Display mode On solid (non-flashing) Bin number #1 (First bin location)
1.0.4 AC1 Commands: Activate AttributesThe AC1 command is issued to a light board cell to set or update the display attributeFor that cell. Valid display attributes are as follows:
Set display colorSet animation (solid, flash slow, flash fast)Set bin number (indicates which bin value to display)
The AC1 command is also used to temporarily display a value in a cell with thecapability of setting all of the above attributes. However, the value being displayed willbe held in volatile memory and will clear on any subsequent command addressed to thecell in which it is being displayed.
NOTE: AC1 command that do not include optional attributes will result in a display inaccordance with the attributes previously aslight boarded to the cell and bin using the AW1command.
AC1 Command Syntax: ESC ‘AC1’ yy ‘R’ xx ‘C’ a ‘A’ p ‘P ’bb ‘B’ (variant 1) ESC ‘AC1’ yy ‘R’ xx ‘C’ a ‘A’ p ‘P’ [xyz] (variant 2)
Variant 2: (Note: This command displays text in a cell temporarily rather thanwriting to a bin. The text, font, and justification parameters will temporarily overridethose set for the bin.)
ESC = (required) the ASCII escape control code: AC1 = (required) the character string ‘AC1’ which stands for Andon Cell type 1 yy = (required) the Andon cell row number, in ASCII decimal (1 to 99) R = (required) the character ‘R’ (stands for row) xx = (required) the Andon cell number, in ASCII decimal (1 to 40) C = (required) the Character ‘C’ (stands for column) a = (optional) the Andon cell attribute where a is: 0 = off 1 = on (default if ‘A’ is unspecified) 2 = (normal flash (1 second cycle) 3 = fast flash (1/2 second cycle) A = (optional) the character ‘A’ (stands for attribute) p = (optional) the primary display color for the text in the cell where p is: 0 = black (off) 1 = red (default) 2 = amber 3 = green 4 = light red 5 = yellow 6 = light green 7 = brown 8 = orange P = (optional) the character ‘P’ (stands for primary color) s = (optional) the secondary display color for the text in the cell where s is: 0 = black (default/off) 1 = red 2 = amber 3 = green 4 = light red 5 = yellow 6 = light green 7 = brown 8 = orange S = (optional) the character ‘S’ (stands for secondary color) [xyz] = (optional) text to be displayed (text option not active with bin cycle)
If the backslash character of either of the bracket characters are to be included in the text, they are to be preceded by the backslash character. Examples: \\ \[ \]
bb =(optional) the Andon cell number, in ASCII decimal (1 to 16…default is 1 if not specified, no cycle, stop cycle of bins and displays bin) ‘B’ = (optional) the character ‘B’ (stands for bin)
Example 1 (variant 1): 0x02 0601 0x1b AC13R5C3A2P3B 0x04
This will establish that row 3, cell5, will display Flashing Fast in Amber in the third bin.
Example 2 (variant 2): 0x02 1207 0x1b AC13R5C3A2P[hello] 0x04
This will establish that row 3, cell 5, bin 1 will display “hello”, Flashing Fast in Amber.
AC1 Cycle Bins Command Options The AC1 Cycle Bins Command allows a command issued to a light board cell to set, or update, the display attribute for cells that are cycling between bin values.
Valid display attributes are as follows: Set bin number (indicates which bin value to display) Set bin in Cycle mode (display more than one bin number by specifying bin numbers to toggle between, bins display in the order specified in command) Note: The AC1 command issued with the bin cycle option will utilize the attributes previously set for those bins with the AW1 command unless color and/or font sizes are specified. Set color value for bin (Red, Yellow, Green……) Set Font for bin (Standard, doublewide….) The AC1 bin commands will be held in volatile memory and will clear on any subsequent command addressed to the cell in which it is being displayed.
AC1 commands that do not define command attributes will utilize the attributespreviously as sent to the cell and bin using the AW1 command.
.1.0.5 CLR Command: ClearThe CLR Command is used to clear the display of a specified row or the entire board.The CLR Command will not remove any values from non-volatile memory. The CLRcommand will only blank the current display of Andon cells or text messages.
CLR command syntax: ESC ‘CLR’ yy ‘R’CLR Command can be issued by inputting character “CLR”. CLR is issued to blank all rows and messages—including the specified TX1
defined Text row or to restore to Test Mode.
Where: ESC = (required) the ASCII control code escape CLR = (required) ASCII string ‘CLR’ (stands for Andon light board clear) yy = (optional) is the Andon cell row number, in ASCII decimal (1 to 99) R = (optional) the character ‘R’ (stands for row) If Row “0” is specified the entire board will be cleared.Examples: 0x02 0904 0x1b CLR3R 0x04 This will establish that row 3 display will be turned blank. 0x02 0904 0x1b CLR 0x04 This will blank the entire board.
1.0.6 TIM Command: Time CommandThis command allows the user to set the current time and date on the display. The display will thenkeep this time. In order to ensure that the time displayed remains accurate to the level of precisiondesired, the user may re-send addition TIM commands, at their discretion, to update the display.
TIM command syntax: ESC ‘TIM’ hh:mm:ss ‘T’ yyyy-mm-dd ‘D’ a ‘A’
Where: ESC = (required) the ASCII control code escape TIM = (required) ASCII string ‘TIM’ (stands for TIME) hh = (required) is the numeric data field representing the hour to be displayed. This value must be entered in 24 hour format (00 to 23) mm = (required) represents the minutes to be displayed (00 to 59) ss = (required) represents the seconds to be displayed (default is 00) ‘T’ = (required) stands for Time yyyy = represents the year. mm = represents the month. dd = represents the day. ‘D’ = stands for date
a = (optional) the display format where a is: 1 = 12-hour 2 = 24-hour A = (optional) the character ‘A’ (stands for attribute)
Examples: 0x02 0000 0x1B TIM 12:34:00 T 2004-12-23 D 1 A 0x04 This will establish a time of 12:34 PM, a date of 12-23-2004 and the time will be in 12-hour format .
1.0.7 852 Marquee Command: Alpha-Numeric Marquee CommandThis command allows the user to send alpha-numeric characters to a marquee line on the display.Each line will have a unique group and unit number, and the lines will be controlled independently.
Where: 0x0D = (required) the ASCII control code for carriage return (begins the line). “alpha-numeric data” = (required) the alpha-numeric string.
Examples: 0x02 0101 0x0D This is a Test Message 0x04 This will display “This is a Test Message on the specified marquee line.
1.0.8 SDM Command: Page Flip CommandThis command allows the user to change the current display to another existing display based on anumeric value. Each template will have a unique number, and each template will be controlledindependently.
SDM command syntax: ESC ‘SDM’ m ‘M’
Where: ESC = (required) the ASCII control code escape. m = (required) the number of the template page. ‘M’ = (required) terminates the number field.
APPENDIX E: ASCII CONTROL CODESIn the “key” column in the table below, the caret (^) before each character represents the CTRL key onthe keyboard .Hex Dec Key ASCII
NameASCII Description SCP Usage
$00 00 ^@ NUL Null$01 01 ^A SOH Start of Header$02 02 ^B STX Start of Text STX$03 03 ^C ETX End of Text ETX$04 04 ^D EOT End of Transmission EOT$05 05 ^E ENQ Enquiry ENQ$06 06 ^F ACK Acknowledge ACK; also set specific cell$1B 27 ^[ ESC Escape ESC
APPENDIX F: GLOSSARY of ACRONYMS and ABBREVIATIONS
AKA Also Known AsDRAM Dynamic Random Access MemoryEEPROM Electrically Erasable Programmable Read Only MemoryEOT End of Transmission (ASCII control code)ESC Escape (ASCII control code)ETX End of Text (ASCII control code)SCP Serial Communication ProtocolSTX Start of Text (ASCII control code)TBD To Be Determined
Chapter 12 – Networking Hardware for Communications to Non ComputerDisplays
fdfsfddThe abo
RS-232 NetworkingAn RS-232 Network is a simple point-to-point network that connects two stations: the controllerand one sign. To make this connection, you will need a DB-9 to RJ-12 adapter and a 6 pole flattelephone style cable with RJ-12 type connectors on both ends. The maximum length for thiscable is 50 ft at 9600 baud. Shown below is the recommended adapter and cable.
Description Part Number1. Adapter part number FVZRJ12DB92. Cable part number FVZRS232FCFX0
(Where X= 1, 2, 3, 4, 5 andDetermines the 10’s of Feet of Cable i.e.2 = 20 Feet)
Description Part Number1. RS232 to RS485 Converter FVZC232-4852. RS485 Two Wire Cable FVZC1TPS3. Network Adapter FVZMARJ114. RS485 Jumper Cable FVZRS485FC-15. Terminator FVZTERM
RS-485 Networking allows a single user to control multiple signs over much greater distancesthan what is available via RS-232. Without using repeaters, up to 32 stations can be connectedon a network that can be up to 4000 ft from start to end. All of the signs should be assignedunique addresses or group-unit ID’s in an RS485 Network. They must also be set to the samebaud rate on the serial port.*Refer to Chapter 10 of the Factory Vision Marquee & Andon Display Users Manual, for how toset Baud Rates for the signs.
The picture above is a condensed version of what such a network looks like:At the start of the network is the RS-232 to RS-485 converter used by the controller, PC,or PLC. From the converter is a shielded twisted pair cable (RS485 Two-Wire Cable) that runs tothe first wiring box’s (Network Adapter) terminals. A one-foot flat cable (RS485 Jumper Cable)runs from the wiring box to the first sign. Then shielded twisted pair cable runs from the terminalsof the first wiring box to the terminals of the second wiring box. A one-foot flat cable runs fromthe second wiring box to the second sign. And you continue until all signs have been networkedtogether (given the distance and drop limitations mentioned above). If more drops or a greaterdistance is needed, a repeater can be added for an additional 4000 feet and 32 drops. Note thata repeater does count as a drop on the source network. Also note the one-foot flat cable (RS485Jumper Cable) must be made shorter as network speeds go above 9600-Baud Rates becausethis can cause signal reflections.
Factory Vision™ RS-232 to RS-485 Converter (FVKCONV232-485)
Shown above are the components needed to talk to a Factory Vision Display from an RS232sending device. These are purchased assembled as a kit under part number FVKCONV232-485.
Description Part Number1. RS-232 to RS-485 Converter FVZC232-4852. Wallmount 9 Volt Power Supply Included with 13. DB9 to RJ45 Adapter Cable Included with 14. Network Adapter Wiring Box FVZMARJ115. Cable- Shielded Twisted Pair FVZC1TPS6. Cable – 4 pole flat telephone FVZRS485FC-1 (1ft.)
Note that parts 1-3 are included in the same kit – this is the non-isolated 110VAC version.Versions with 230VAC or optical isolation are also available. You will need one network adapterwiring box for each sign that is in your RS-485 network. Part number 6 is the cable that runs fromthe wiring box to the RJ-11 connector on the sign. (NOTE: Due to RS485 RestrictionsFVZMARJ11 must NOT be longer than 1 foot or network problems will occur.) This is astraight-through connector: if you look at both ends, you will see that the color coded wires are inthe same order from left to right and that there are 4 wires.
Shown above is what the converter will look like when it is connected and ready to drive a sign.Under normal operation, the pwr and cts LED’s will stay lit, and the txd LED will flash as youtransmit data to the sign.
Ethernet and RS485 NetworksAll of the FactoryVision Non Computer signs will echo incoming ethernet data out the RS-485port; using this, a controller can communicate with multiple signs through one ethernet drop. Allsigns will ignore messages that are not addressed to them. The following would be an exampleof such a configuration.
Wireless OptionsThe FactoryVision Line also supports several wireless options such as the RS-232 pagerreceiver, 802.11b/g receivers and 900MHZ spread spectrum transceivers.
information is now gathered from the Kepware program.
To make sure that DDE is enabled on Kepware click on Tools and select Options.
Click on the DDE Tab and make sure that Enable DDE connections to the server is checked.Also this is where the Service name is located. By default the name is kepdde, but you canchange it if you choose. Click OK when finished.
Locate one of the tags in Kepware that is required on the Data Manager Software. In thisexample, the tag Channel1.Device1.Tag1 will be used.
The Tag will now be entered into the Data Manager software. On the DDE line enter:
=kepdde|_ddedata!Channel1.Device1.Tag1
=<Server>|<Topic>!<Item>
kepdde = is the service name from Kepware._ddedata = is the default topic in the Kepware software.Channel1.Device1.Tag1 = is the tag you are displaying from Kepware.
Select the Data Type and click OK to finish.
Click on the tag icon on the Data Manager toolbox and click anywhere on the display to insert the
If logger is still open on the screen you can click on Monitor and Multiple tags to see if you tag iscorrectly formatted.
If the tag address is red on the Multiple Tag Monitor display then something is not enteredcorrectly. Go back to the tag definition screen and re-enter the DDE link until this address showsup in black and you see active data from the Kepware server.
When everything is correct there will be live data displayed on the Data Manager software.
Refer to the Data Manager section in our manual of the help files built into the Data Managersoftware for more information about setting up there tags on your display.
The Factory Vision Display product line is divided into two groups; Marquee and Andon. TheMarquee group consist of one to four line displays housed in an extruded aluminium cabinet.Components are accessed from either end of the display. The Andon group consist of five toeight line displays housed in a steel cabinet. Components are accessed from a front or back doorthat lifts up with the aid of pneumatic pistons. Chapters 1M through 4M offer Marqueeinformation, Chapters 1A through 4A offer Andon information. Chapters 5 through 10 offerinformation common to both display types.This pictorial gives a brief description of the major parts of the Factory Vision Stainless SteelMarquee LED Display and tells you where to locate them on the unit.
CAUTION! The Display Board should be inspected for obviousshipping damage. Do not attempt to operate theunit if any damage is found.
Offloading
CAUTION! The crated Display Board is heavy. Qualifiedpersonnel using suitable lifting equipment, strapsand supports must be deployed when offloading.
Unpacking
The Display Board is free standing within itstransportation-packing crate. The crate is securedby nails and/or screws and therefore can bedismantled by means of simple hand tools.
CAUTION! Due to the narrow construction of the Display Boardit is unstable when left unsupported. Care shouldbe taken when unpacking to ensure the unit issupported at all times.
Ground Handling
CAUTION! – Hazard - CrushingThe Display Board is heavy: Up to 289 poundsdepending on model. Suitable lifting equipmentshould be used when handling the unit.
Hazard - TopplingDue to the narrow construction of the unit, the DisplayBoard is unstable when left unsupported. It issuggested that the unit should only be removed from
the packing case when a suitable method of support isavailable, i.e. chain block and straps.
Chapter 15S – Stainless Steel Display Pre-Installation Set Up GuideThe FV Series process control boards (PCB) runs a Windows operating system. Some familiaritywith the operating system being used is assumed in the set up and configuration of the displayboard.
Pre-Installation Set-up Objectives:To avoid unnecessary network address conflicts and for ease of access we recommend that thedisplay board addressing be carried out on the ground prior to suspending the display.
a) Windows licenseb) pcAnywhere CDc) Application setup file CD
2) Set laptop or PC TCP/IP settings comparable to the display’s default settings, rebooting asnecessary.
3) Connect laptop or PC to RJ45 connector on top of display either directly using a crossover
lead or via hub using a standard patch lead.
4) Apply power and wait for display to boot up and display template, approximately 3-4mins. Note: It is important that the network cable is connected prior to powering the display.
5) Make remote connection to display using either pcAnywhere or NetMeeting - see following
table for user name and password 6) Change display PC’s name as required.
Note: A reboot is required for the change to be effective; this will be done later.
7) Change display TCP/IP settings as required. Refer to Chapter 8 first section. Note: On Windows2000 and WindowsXP TCP/IP address changes are effectiveimmediately and the connection will be lost. Reconfigure your laptop/PC comparable tothe display’s new TCP/IP address, rebooting if necessary. Re-establish the remoteconnection to complete the display’s network configuration.
8) Reboot the display to ensure correct configuration. (Optional) 9) Shut down windows.
The display unit comes supplied with several pieces of installed software. Below are the defaultuser names and passwords.
DataManager User PasswordpcAnywhere User PasswordpcAnywhere PCB PCBNetMeeting
(Desktop sharing)Administrator
level userAdministrator
level user
Windows user level, user and password are shown in the table below.Note: Passwords are case sensitive. XPE has been configured as a single user system.
Windows XPEAdministrator Administrator admin N/A N/A
IMPORTANT NOTE: Proper Windows shutdown must be performed prior to any movementor shipping of display or warranty will be voided. Improper Shutdown prior to movementmay damage hard drive.The display is now ready for installation.
Application Default Settings Customer settingsUser name Password User name Password
User level Default Settings Customer settingsUser name Password User name Password
Windows 2000Administrator Administrator adminAdministrator vs4000 vs4000
Pre Installation Set Up Objectives for non-PC Version Displays
For non internal PC displays that will be communicating via ethernet, it is recommended that theGigatron’s ethernet IP addressing is established before the display is suspended from the ceilingto help avoid network address conflicts.
Review relevant safety and handling procedures as detailed in the safety instructions.
Pre-Installation Check List:
1) Apply power to the display.
2) Observe the power-up screens and write down the number to determine the sign operatingprotocol loaded into the unit.
If the number sequence is…
“3XXXX” Go to Chapter Nine section “Gigatron Native Protocol” for set up andprogramming via ethernet.
“4XXXX” Go to Chapter Nine section “Serial Communications Protocol” for set up andprogramming via ethernet.
“5XXXX” Go to Chapter Nine section “Adaptive Reduced Version Protocol” for set up andprogramming via ethernet.
3) Wait approximately one to two minutes for display to complete power-up sequence.
Ground HandlingBefore handling, testing or installing the Display Board,familiarize yourself with Chapter 14A of this manual ‘Offloading& Handling’.
There are a variety of safety issues, which need to beunderstood and complied with to ensure the safety of you, theDisplay Board and other people in the vicinity.
Mechanical Installation:The Display Board should be installed wall-mounted from the sixwall-mounting tabs attached to the unit.
Qualified personnel should install the unit.
CAUTION! Wall being mounted to must be able to support theweight of the display.
CAUTION! Care should be taken to ensure mounting bolts are suitably ratedto carry the quoted weight and are correctly secured to the unit.
On Board PC.Each Factory Vision Marquee (PC Version) has a dedicated onboard computer running aWindows operating system. These are located inside the display and are held in place by fourmounting screws. The onboard PC also has an embedded music unit that provides 256 tunes toa loud speaker. The Factory Vision Marquee (Non-PC Version) does not have an imbedded PCthus the Gigatron Board gets its set-up configuration from an external PC via Ethernet or serialconnection. The non-PC unit thus does not have music capabilities.
Gigatron Board.Each Factory Vision Display has a Gigatron Board which acts as the video driver for themarquee. For the embedded PC display type, the video information is fed to the Gigatron boardvia the serial cable and video cable shown below.For the non-embedded PC display, the video information is fed to the Gigatron board via theEthernet port, or RS232/RS484 port shown below. The video signals, now formatted for thedisplay, are fed out of the Gigatron via the A and B side LED distribution cables.
PC Board
Ethernetconnection for
PC based display
Serial Cablebetween PC and
Gigatron
A Side videooutput
connector fromGigatron to
LEDDistribution
Board on A sideof Display
B Side videooutput connectorfrom Gigatron to
LEDDistribution
Board on B sideof Display
5 Volt Powerconnections
PC Hard drive cable from PC todrive located under the
Gigatron BoardGigatron
Board
Ethernetconnection forNon-PC based
display
Ribbon Cable Connections forvideo from PC to Gigatron
LED Distribution Board.Each Factory Vision Marquee will have one or two LED Distribution Boards (depending onwhether the marquee has one or two sides). Each LED Distribution Board will be fed formattedvideo information from the A or B LED Distribution cable from the Gigatron to up to 8 videoconnections which feed up to 8 LED Row connectors located at the left end of each display row.
Each 5 volt power supply is capable of supplying power to five LED segment. Depending on themarquee size, each marquee will have installed enough power supply needed to power allinstalled segments. The Onboard PC, Gigatron and LED Distribution Board will be powered by aseparate 5 volt power supply that will have a line filter and the additional capability of supplying24 volts to the integrated music system on the Onboard PC.
