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Parker Hannifin PA Series manual Introduction, Using this Manual, PA PowerStation User Guide

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INTRODUCTION

INTRODUCTION

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Thank you for purchasing a PA PowerStation. The PA PowerStation is a rugged, compact PC that is designed to be used as an industrial operator interface.

The PA PowerStation is available in five display configurations: 5”, 6”, 8”, 10”, and 15”. It has an all-in-one PC board with a Serial and Ethernet port. The PA PowerStation’s PC architecture allows you to run Parker’s Interact HMI software product.

Important:You must upgrade to Interact version 6.13 or later before downloading applications to the PA PowerStation.

Please take time to review this manual and the other documentation included with the PA PowerStation before operating the unit.

Using this Manual

This manual is designed to help you set up and use your PA PowerStation. The manual lists the PowerStation’s specifications and describes its replacement and optional components. It also explains how to install the unit, how to maintain the unit in good condition, and how to solve common problems that may occur in operation.

This manual is divided into the following chapters:

Chapter 1 — Introduction: Presents an overview of this manual, the other documentation and software provided with the PA PowerStation, and the steps necessary to get your PowerStation up and running. This chapter also describes Parker’s customer support services.

Chapter 2 — Installing the PowerStation: Explains how to select an installation location, prepare for installation, and finally install the PA PowerStation.

Chapter 3 — Starting Your PowerStation: Describes the ports available to connect the PowerStation to other devices and to a power source. This chapter also describes the PowerStation’s drive definitions and the unit’s replacement and optional components.

Chapter 4 — Maintaining the PowerStation: Explains how to maintain the PA PowerStation, including the touchscreen, replacing the CompactFlash, perform internal maintenance, and to solve problems that may occur during operation.

Appendix A — PowerStation Specifications: Describes the PA

PowerStation’s specifications.

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Contents

May Parker Electromechanical 50 W. TechneCenter Drive, Milford, Ohio PowerStationPA Series User Guide A3-06692-101Product Warranty Information Copyright and Trademark NoticeSupported Models 1 Introduction 2 Installing the PowerStation3 Starting Your PowerStation Table of Contents4 Maintaining the PowerStation Page Using this Manual PA PowerStation User GuideINTRODUCTION Hardware Versions Downloading Applications and ProjectsPA PowerStation User Guide Text Conventions Documentation LibraryDocumentation Standards PA PowerStation User GuideCustomer Support Services ISO SymbolsPA PowerStation User Guide Technical Training Review Chapter 4, Maintaining the PowerStationProduct Technical Support PA PowerStation User GuideGetting Started PA PowerStation User GuideUnderwriters Laboratories Approval INSTALLING THE POWERSTATIONSelecting a Location PA PowerStation User GuideEnvironmental Guidelines Temperature and Humidity GuidelinesField Terminal Wiring Requirements Electrical GuidelinesPoints to consider when performing a site review are PA PowerStation User GuideEnclosure Guidelines Radiated Emissions GuidelinesPA PowerStation User Guide Class I, Division 2 Guidelines PA PowerStation User GuidePreparing for Installation Creating the CutoutPA PowerStation User Guide Installing the PA PowerStation Mounting the PA PowerStationPA PowerStation User Guide PA PowerStation User Guide 5 For 5” and 6” units Torque them down to 6 in/lbsPrepare the Power Supply Mounting Surface Installing an Optional AC Power SupplyPreparing a Location for the AC Power Supply Mounting the AC Power SupplyPower Connector Power Supply +/- Wires Connecting the Power Supply to the WorkstationFigure 2-3 Power Connector and Positive/Negative Wires PA PowerStation User GuideSerial Ports STARTING YOUR POWERSTATIONPowerStation Connectors PA PowerStation User GuidePA PowerStation User Guide Chapter 3 Starting Your PowerStationPowerStation Connectors Settings and Pinouts for COM1 PA PowerStation User GuideFigure 3-1 COM2 Dip Switch Settings for 5”, 6”, 8”, and 10” Units Figure 3-2 DIP Switch on 5”, 6”, 8” and 10” UnitsPA PowerStation User Guide Dip Switch Settings and Pinouts for COM2 on 15” Units Note Be careful not to connect any wires to unused connector pinsPA PowerStation User Guide Figure 3-4 COM2 Dip Switch Settings for 15” Units Figure 3-5 DIP Switch on 15” UnitsPA PowerStation User Guide Transferring Files from a PC to the PA PowerStation RS-485 Directional ControlPA PowerStation User Guide Figure 3-7 Serial Transfer Cable Diagram PA PowerStation User GuideConnecting a USB Mouse on 15” Units Connecting to a Serial PrinterConnecting a PS/2 Mouse on 5”, 6”, 8”, and 10” Units To Adjust the Mode SettingsFigure 3-8 Serial Printer Cable Diagram PA PowerStation User GuideTo Print to a Port Configured for Downloading Ethernet PortPA PowerStation User Guide CompactFlash Configuring the Ethernet InterfaceTable 3-5 NET Directory Files PA PowerStation User GuideStarting the PowerStation PA PowerStation User GuideStarting the PowerStation Restoring a CompactFlash Card Using the CompactFlash CardReinstalling the PowerStation Utilities Writing to the CompactFlash CardUsing the BIOS Utility Reformating the CompactFlash CardPA PowerStation User Guide Using the BIOS Utility Entering SetupPA PowerStation User Guide Maintaining the Touchscreen MAINTAINING THE POWERSTATIONCleaning the Touchscreen PA PowerStation User GuideCalibrating the Touchscreen Adjusting the Contrast only available on 5”, 6”, and 8” STN unitsUsing the MachineShop Shell Calibration Utility The Brightness property is fixed and cannot be adjustedContrast Adjustment Steps PA PowerStation User GuideReplacing the CompactFlash Ejector ButtonPA PowerStation User Guide Performing Internal Maintenance Electrostatic Discharge ESD PrecautionsPA PowerStation User Guide PA PowerStation User Guide Removing the PowerStation from an EnclosureOpening the PowerStation Figure 4-3 Eject ButtonClosing the PowerStation PA PowerStation User GuideReplacing the Fuse PA PowerStation User GuideFigure 4-4 Fuse Location PA5 - PA10 on left, PA15 on right AC Power Supply Optional ComponentsPA PowerStation User Guide General Problem Resolving ProblemsTable 4-1 Troubleshooting Guide Specific IssueThe startup halts with the Award System Info screen displayed Resolving Problems when Starting UpThe LED Power indicator on the back of the unit does not light PA PowerStation User GuideResolving Problems with the Touchscreen PA PowerStation User GuideA PS/2 mouse doesn’t work 5”, 6”, 8”, and 10” units only Resolving Problems after Start UpThe display appears to be blank or very dim A keyboard doesn’t work 5”, 6”, 8”, and 10” units onlyA USB keyboard or mouse doesn’t work 15” only Accessing the PowerStation UtilitiesOrdering Replacement Components The Ethernet port doesn’t workPA PowerStation User Guide If you need additional storage capacity, you canPOWERSTATION SPECIFICATIONS PA PowerStation User Guide1 RS232 Physical Specifications1 RS232/422/485 configurable 1 RS232/422/485 configurableDisplay Specifications PA PowerStation User GuideViewing Angle PA PowerStation User GuideAppendix A PowerStation Specifications Viewing AngleEnvironmental Specifications PA PowerStation User GuideElectrical Specifications PA PowerStation User GuidePA PowerStation User Guide Testing SpecificationsTable A-10, shows the mechanical testing specifications Appendix A PowerStation SpecificationsFaceplate Chemical Resistance Table A-11 Chemical Resistance Chart Touchscreen Chemical ResistancePA PowerStation User Guide SYSTEM CONFIGURATION FILES PA PowerStation User GuideAUTOEXEC.BAT File System Configuration FilesCONFIG.SYS File PA PowerStation User GuidePA PowerStation User Guide Appendix B System Configuration Filesmouse and creates a new MOUSE.INI file PA PowerStation User Guide Appendix B System Configuration FilesSystem Configuration Files System Configuration Files PA PowerStation User GuideAppendix B System Configuration Files ECHO END