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Operating Manual
CHALLENGER 15/18/22Lite
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General notes
Please read the complete operating manual prior to the beginning of assembly/installation.
The CHALLENGER 15/18/22 Lite shall be installed or demounted by qualified personnel only.
In case of questions please do not hesitate to contact:
GeCma Components GmbH Tel.: +49 (0)22 37 / 69 96 0 Heisenbergstraße 26 – 40 Fax: +49 (0)22 37 / 69 96 99 D-50169 Kerpen, Germany mailto:[email protected]
http://www.gecma.com Notes on safety The notes on safety at hand contain information and precautionary measures which are to be absolutely taken into consideration for a safe mode of operation as per the described conditions. All other instructions, reference indication remarks and regulations included in these operating instructions must be complied with and observed.
The operating instructions are to be attentively read before using the device! In case of doubt (in the form of translation errors), the German operating instructions are applicable.
No liability is assumed for printing errors and mistakes in these operating instructions! You should contact us directly if you are in doubt as to how to install the Challenger Terminal safely!
Safety regulations
The utilisation of the device presupposes that users observe the normal safety regulations in order to preclude faulty operation of the device. Use the device in accordance with these instructions. Faulty or impermissible utilisation as well as disregarding the reference instructions in these
operating instructions precludes any warranty. All appliances are to be connected properly and in an orderly fashion, and are to be
operated in accordance with the valid standards, guidelines and installation directions. Good engineering practice should be applied when installing this device. All earth bonding (grounding) measures must be undertaken before all connection
measures are undertaken. The national safety & accident prevention regulations are applicable. Before you start-up the device, make sure that the device has been installed according to
the regulations and instructions, and also ensure that the device and its cabling are not damaged.
As soon as it is feared that the device safety is impaired, the device has to be immediately taken out of operation. An unintentional re-start must be avoided.
Technical Developments
The manufacturer reserves the right to modify technical data without notice.
Repairs
A note detailing the fault must always accompany equipment sent to GeCma Components GmbHor any of their agents for repair.
Caution!
Caution!
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Contents
Touchscreen option............................................................................................................................................12
Technical data.....................................................................................................................................................13
Troubleshooting...................................................................................................................................................14
Description
The CHALLENGER LITE System consists of a transmitter and the Challenger terminal and allows operating a computer from a distance of max. 200m (650ft). In addition, a local operator station can be connected at the transmitter. Operation is optional local or remote.
The monitor, keyboard and mouse signals are transferred via category 5 (or higher) cables. The feature of individual video tuning compensates different cable qualities and lengths so that the user has always available an optimum picture. We recommend CAT7-cable.
In addition to the monitor, keyboard and mouse information, the system can transfer - as option - also a RS232 interface and - as option – audio data via the data cable. As additional option we can integrate the delay function that compensates time delays on the data cable used.
System-Components:
Receiver unit CHALLENGER 15/18/22 Lite
Multi-cable to connect Video/Keyboard/Mouse PS/2
Connection cable RS232, optional
Connection cable audio, optional
Data cable (order separately)
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Installation Earthing the Enclosures:
All earth bonding (grounding) measures must be undertaken before all connection measures are undertaken. This is required to comply with all product specifications.
Earthing on the inside of the STF Earth connection to the main using the MB coupling bolt bonding stud in the enclosure
An earth bonding lead is pre-installed in the enclosure and connected to the main bonding stud. The other end of this earth lead is for connection to the M6 x 20 self tapping bolt inside the STF or EBF stand that locks the MB coupling in place. See drawing 10100251 and the above pictures for details.
The threaded hole for M6 screw on the base of the STF or EBF stand MUST be used for grounding the terminal enclosure to the local earth on site. Please note that the earth cable should not exceed a length of 3 meters.
Installation of the transmitter unit Rack 42 Lite / Rack 84 Lite:
Rack 42 Lite / Rack 84 Lite front
Rack 42 Lite / Rack 84 Lite rear
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Switch off computer.
Separate monitor, keyboard and mouse from the computer.
Connect the Multi cable with the relevant interfaces of the computer (VGA, keyboard and mouse).
Connect the system plug of the Multi cable with the jack at the rear of the transmitter unit Rack 42 Lite / Rack84 Lite.
Connect the serial connection cable with a COM interface of the computer and the interface RS232 (option) of the Rack 42 Lite / Rack84 Lite.
Connect the audio connection cable with a audio interface of the computer and the audio interface (option) of the Rack 42 Lite / Rack84 Lite.
Insert the data cable in the interface TRANSMISSION (jack) of the transmitter unit.
Insert the connector of the local keyboard and the local mouse in interface Keyb PS/2 and/or MOUSE PS/2 at the transmitter unit Rack 42 Lite / Rack84 Lite.
Connect the local monitor at the jack MONITOR.
Installation of the CHALLENGER xx Lite-Terminals:
CHALLENGER Lite Terminal
Set up the CHALLENGER LITE.
Connect the data cable with the interface DATA of the CHALLENGER xx Lite.
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The data cable with RJ45 plugs is 1 : 1 wired.
Connect the voltage supply at the connector AC in.
Connect the serial terminal with the interface RS232 (option) at the CHALLENGER xx Lite.
Connect the audio terminal with the audio interface (option) at the CHALLENGER xx Lite.
Power supply for the Racks:
Connect the power cable to the Rack 42 Lite / Rack 84 Lite.
Switching on the appliances / LEDs
After having connected the voltage supply, switch on the Rack 42 Lite/ Rack 84 Lite and the CHALLENGER xx Lite. The green LEDs Power Main and STATUS Local, lights up on the Rack 42 Lite / Rack84 Lite.
The system is ready for operation. If an input is made via the keyboard or mouse/TB at one of the stations, the access to the other station is blocked.
On completion of the input, the system is released after a time-out of approx. 1 s. Both local and remote access is possible again.
The procedure described here is not mandatory. Any sequence of switching on can be selected.
Pin color 1 orange-black 2 orange 3 green-black 4 blue 5 blue-black 6 green 7 brown-black 8 brown18
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System operation/setting IVT - Individual Video Tuning
The CHALLENGER xx Lite - system allows adapting videos. This functionality can be used by the user to compensate different cable qualities and lengths. Individual execution of this function allows setting the subjective perception of the individual as a standard for a good picture.
Adaptation is made via the keyboard of the CHALLENGER xx Lite.
The system covers the range from 10 - 200m (33 - 560ft); adaptation can be made in 2m-steps (6,5ft).
The Challenger xx Lite System provides the option to individually select the used cable type. For video adaptation, select the cable type, which corresponds to the cable type used in most cases.
Optional you can compensate time delays from the data cable with the delay function.
When you start up the system for the first time, a menu appears on the display using which you may select the IVT-modus. If you do not want to see this menu after every system starts, you may switch it off by pressing the ESC key while holding the Ctrl key.
[ Strg / Control / Control ]
[ Esc / Esc / Esc ].
Press the Scroll Lock Key while holding the Ctrl key.
[ Strg / Control / Control ]
[ Rollen / Scroll / Arrêt Dêfil ].
On releasing both the keys, the IVT mode is activated , a menu appears on the display and the scroll lock LED [ Rollen / Scroll Lock / Arrêt Dêfil ] on the keyboard blinks.
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Lowest amplification is at 10m (33ft) and is set by activating the key [ Ende / End / Fin ].
Highest amplification is at 200m (650ft) and is set by activating the key [ Pos1 / Home / pos1 ].
Operate the menu:
F1: save all changes and quit the menu
F2: open the help-window
To select the function you can select with the up arrow / down arrow-keys .
To adjust the function use the left arrow / right arrow-keys .
In case of no picture at the display press the End-key.
Otherwise in case of no picture at the display press the Home-key.
Adjust the Video Tuning
Using the up arrow / down arrow-keys select the [video boost] function from the menu. Use
Use the left arrow / right arrow-keys for fine adjustment for Video-tuning
Select also with the up arrow / down arrow-keys the function [cable type] in the menu.
To select the cable type use the left arrow / right arrow-keys
On optimisation of the screen picture, the settings are stored by
activating the F1-key . The setting mode is completed..
Press ESC instead of F1-key and the new setting is discarded and the previous adaptation is restored.
To fit time delays from the data cable you can use the delay function (optional) and adjust in the IVT-Modus with [delay].
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Notes for setting the IVT
The above steps should be understood to be reference values. As the quality of a video picture depends both on the monitor, the graphic card and the transfer cable it is possible that you will achieve the subjectively best picture with the setting for 100m (330ft) despite a cable length of, for instance, 80m (260ft). To guarantee the best picture quality we recommend a max. length of data cable of 150m (500ft). At longer distances you get poor picture quality.
If you are not satisfied with the picture quality after IVT settings, you may additionally make some fine adjustment as follows:
- Press „CTRL + NUM“ and select „SYS INFO“ with the cursor keys. - Press „CTRL + F10“. - Enter „SERVICE“ and „3223“ for login. - Select „Video Adjust“. - Adjust the setting „gain“ until you have best picture quality. - Save the settings with „F1“.
These settings are only valid for the previous IVT-settings. If you change the IVT- settings, you need to repeat the steps described above. You will be warned before you try to change the IVT-settings.
Try out the best settings for your application.
If your monitor remains black, please check whether the set resolution and refreshing rate of the graphic card is supported by the Challenger Lite. It is possible that the values are beyond the supported range.
Resolutions
The following cable lengths and resolutions provide good picture qualities:
Challenger Lite Length of Data cable Resolution Refreshing rate
15“ 150m / (500ft) 1024 x 768 60 Hz 18“ 100m / (330ft) 1280 x 1024 60 Hz 22“ 50m / (165ft) 1680 x 1050 60 Hz
This table shows the recommendations with use of the delay function.
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Automatic change-over
The CHALLENGER xx Lite - system allows the optional operation of the computer from both work stations (local and CHALLENGER xx Lite).
Both keyboards and mouse/TB are disconnected in the basic state. As soon as an input is made via the keyboard or mouse/TB the keyboard/mouse/TB of the other station are blocked.
If no operation is made for a time-out of approx. 1 s, the system is released again.
The display of the CHALLENGER xx Lite and the connected monitors show the videos from the PC simultaneously.
Defining the Time Out
Using this setting you may change the time – out period (1 - 90sec) for the automatic change-over between the local and the remote console.
The non-active console cannot be accessed until the time passed after the last access on the active console exceeds the defined time-out period.
Call Function Menu for setting Timeout:
Press the Num Lock while holding the Control-key.
[ Strg / Control / Control ]
[ Num / Num / Num ].
The Function Menu mode is activated as soon as both keys are released and you see a menu at the display.
Move the cursor to the entry Config or confirm with
and press
Then the Config-Menu will open.
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Select the System Config with cursor up/cursor down and then confirm with
button.
Move the cursor to the entry Timeout.
By entering a value in the range of 1 to 90 seconds you can define the delay time.
For saving the settings and closing the menu press F1.
Hold function
The CHALLENGER xx Lite- system allows that either the local or the remote (CHALLENGER xx Lite) work station to operate the computer exclusively. Thus it is prevented that the system isolates the other work station after the pre-set time-out of approx. 1 s.
In order to activate the hold function, Press the Print key while holding the Ctrl key
[ Strg / Control / Control ]
[ Druck / Print / Impr ècran ]
The activated mode is indicated by the flashing Scroll Lock LED [ Rollen / Scroll Lock / Arrêt Dêfil ] on both keyboards. The station that activated
the hold function, can thus operate the computer exclusively.
Press the Print key [ Druck / Print / Impr ècran] while holding the Ctrl key [ Strg / Control / Control ] , the hold function is deactivated and the Scroll Lock LED [ Rollen / Scroll Lock / Arrêt Dêfil ] on the keyboard turns on.
Now automatic change-over is active again.
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Touch screen option
The Challenger Touch is a resistive Touch unit in conjunction with the Challenger FMO´s. It features a RS232 Interface for connection to a Data Transmission unit.
The following versions are available:
CHALLENGER 15 Lite CHALLENGER 18 Lite CHALLENGER 22 Lite
The Touch is integrated and powered from Display module. The optional RS232 Interface is used by the Touch controller.
Additional request for Touch screen:
- Transmit Unit need RS232 option - RS232 Data cable between Transmit Unit (Rack 42 Lite / Rack84 Lite) and PC - Installation of Touch driver
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Technical data Video - Resolution : max. 1680 x 1050 pixels - Transfer length : 10 to 200 m (33 – 650ft)
(can be set via IVT) Keyboard / Mouse Interface/transfer : PS/2 / Intelli-Maus
RS232 (optional) - Transfer rate : 38400 bit/s - Signals to be transferred : TxD, RxD, RTS, CTS, DTR, DSR
Touch (optional) Power supply: : 12V DC from Challenger Display.
Audio (optional) - Resolution : 18 bit digital - Sample rate : 48 kHz - Band with : 22 kHz - Microphon-pre-amplification : 20dB
Outer housing dimensions (B x H x T in mm) :Rack 42/84 Lite:
210x45x225/482 mm (8,27“x1,77“x8,87“/19”) ca. 1,2kg/1,3kg (2,6lb/2,9lb)
CHALLENGER Lite 15 mounted in FHP-housing 628x782x435mm (24,74“x30,81“x17,14“) ca. 35kg (77lb)
CHALLENGER Lite 18 mounted in FHP-housing 628x850x435mm (24,74“x33,49“x17,14“) ca. 40kg (88lb)
CHALLENGER Lite 22 mounted in FHP-housing 750x850x435mm (29,53“x33,49“x17,14“) ca. 47kg (104lb)
(maximum housing dimensions each)
Ingress protection: : IP66 / NEMA 4X from front when correct mounted into a IP66 / NEMA 4X approved housing. IP20 from rear.
Data cable : CAT 5 or higher, recommended CAT 7
Voltage supply : 100 - 240 VAC 50/60Hz optional 24V DC for CHALLENGER 15/18 Lite Rack 42 Lite / 84 Lite max. 20W (Fuse 0,5AT) CHALLENGER Lite max. 70W (Fuse 2AT, 100-240V)
Temperature range : -10°C - +55° C (+14°F - +131°F)
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Lowest amplification is at 10m (33ft) and is set by pressing the key [ Ende / End / Fin ].
Highest amplification is at 200m (650ft) and is set by activating the home key [ Pos1 / Home / pos1 ].
Troubleshooting After Installation and Power on all the components, Display remains black.
Please check following: o All connectors for correct connection o the green LED on the rear side of the Display is ON ?, if not
check the two Fuses of the Display o are all components powered ON ? o are the resolution and refreshing rate values of the graphic card
set according to the table shown below ? o is the connection of the data cable 1 to 1 ? o adjust the Video Tuning on IVT-mode
Resolutions The following cable lengths and resolutions achieve good picture qualities:
Challenger Lite Length of Data cable Resolution Refreshing rate
15“ 150m / (500ft) 1024 x 768 60 Hz 18“ 100m / (330ft) 1280 x 1024 60 Hz 22“ 50m / (165ft) 1680 x 1050 60 Hz
This table gives recommendations with use of the delay function.
Calling the IVT-mode Press the scroll lock key while holding the Ctrl Key.
[ Strg / Control / Control ]
[ Rollen / Scroll / Arrêt Dêfil ].
The IVT mode is activated as soon as both keys are released and you see a menu on the display. The activated mode is additionally indicated by the flashing scroll Lock LED [ Rollen / Scroll Lock / Arrêt Dêfil ].
If there is still no picture on the display, press the Home-key.
If finally a picture appers, press to save the settings and close the menu.
For fine adjustment refer chapter: System operation/settings
Operating Manual
CHALLENGER 15/18/22Lite
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General notes
Please read the complete operating manual prior to the beginning of assembly/installation.
The CHALLENGER 15/18/22 Lite shall be installed or demounted by qualified personnel only.
In case of questions please do not hesitate to contact:
GeCma Components GmbH Tel.: +49 (0)22 37 / 69 96 0 Heisenbergstraße 26 – 40 Fax: +49 (0)22 37 / 69 96 99 D-50169 Kerpen, Germany mailto:[email protected]
http://www.gecma.com Notes on safety The notes on safety at hand contain information and precautionary measures which are to be absolutely taken into consideration for a safe mode of operation as per the described conditions. All other instructions, reference indication remarks and regulations included in these operating instructions must be complied with and observed.
The operating instructions are to be attentively read before using the device! In case of doubt (in the form of translation errors), the German operating instructions are applicable.
No liability is assumed for printing errors and mistakes in these operating instructions! You should contact us directly if you are in doubt as to how to install the Challenger Terminal safely!
Safety regulations
The utilisation of the device presupposes that users observe the normal safety regulations in order to preclude faulty operation of the device. Use the device in accordance with these instructions. Faulty or impermissible utilisation as well as disregarding the reference instructions in these
operating instructions precludes any warranty. All appliances are to be connected properly and in an orderly fashion, and are to be
operated in accordance with the valid standards, guidelines and installation directions. Good engineering practice should be applied when installing this device. All earth bonding (grounding) measures must be undertaken before all connection
measures are undertaken. The national safety & accident prevention regulations are applicable. Before you start-up the device, make sure that the device has been installed according to
the regulations and instructions, and also ensure that the device and its cabling are not damaged.
As soon as it is feared that the device safety is impaired, the device has to be immediately taken out of operation. An unintentional re-start must be avoided.
Technical Developments
The manufacturer reserves the right to modify technical data without notice.
Repairs
A note detailing the fault must always accompany equipment sent to GeCma Components GmbHor any of their agents for repair.
Caution!
Caution!
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Contents
Touchscreen option............................................................................................................................................12
Technical data.....................................................................................................................................................13
Troubleshooting...................................................................................................................................................14
Description
The CHALLENGER LITE System consists of a transmitter and the Challenger terminal and allows operating a computer from a distance of max. 200m (650ft). In addition, a local operator station can be connected at the transmitter. Operation is optional local or remote.
The monitor, keyboard and mouse signals are transferred via category 5 (or higher) cables. The feature of individual video tuning compensates different cable qualities and lengths so that the user has always available an optimum picture. We recommend CAT7-cable.
In addition to the monitor, keyboard and mouse information, the system can transfer - as option - also a RS232 interface and - as option – audio data via the data cable. As additional option we can integrate the delay function that compensates time delays on the data cable used.
System-Components:
Receiver unit CHALLENGER 15/18/22 Lite
Multi-cable to connect Video/Keyboard/Mouse PS/2
Connection cable RS232, optional
Connection cable audio, optional
Data cable (order separately)
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Installation Earthing the Enclosures:
All earth bonding (grounding) measures must be undertaken before all connection measures are undertaken. This is required to comply with all product specifications.
Earthing on the inside of the STF Earth connection to the main using the MB coupling bolt bonding stud in the enclosure
An earth bonding lead is pre-installed in the enclosure and connected to the main bonding stud. The other end of this earth lead is for connection to the M6 x 20 self tapping bolt inside the STF or EBF stand that locks the MB coupling in place. See drawing 10100251 and the above pictures for details.
The threaded hole for M6 screw on the base of the STF or EBF stand MUST be used for grounding the terminal enclosure to the local earth on site. Please note that the earth cable should not exceed a length of 3 meters.
Installation of the transmitter unit Rack 42 Lite / Rack 84 Lite:
Rack 42 Lite / Rack 84 Lite front
Rack 42 Lite / Rack 84 Lite rear
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Switch off computer.
Separate monitor, keyboard and mouse from the computer.
Connect the Multi cable with the relevant interfaces of the computer (VGA, keyboard and mouse).
Connect the system plug of the Multi cable with the jack at the rear of the transmitter unit Rack 42 Lite / Rack84 Lite.
Connect the serial connection cable with a COM interface of the computer and the interface RS232 (option) of the Rack 42 Lite / Rack84 Lite.
Connect the audio connection cable with a audio interface of the computer and the audio interface (option) of the Rack 42 Lite / Rack84 Lite.
Insert the data cable in the interface TRANSMISSION (jack) of the transmitter unit.
Insert the connector of the local keyboard and the local mouse in interface Keyb PS/2 and/or MOUSE PS/2 at the transmitter unit Rack 42 Lite / Rack84 Lite.
Connect the local monitor at the jack MONITOR.
Installation of the CHALLENGER xx Lite-Terminals:
CHALLENGER Lite Terminal
Set up the CHALLENGER LITE.
Connect the data cable with the interface DATA of the CHALLENGER xx Lite.
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The data cable with RJ45 plugs is 1 : 1 wired.
Connect the voltage supply at the connector AC in.
Connect the serial terminal with the interface RS232 (option) at the CHALLENGER xx Lite.
Connect the audio terminal with the audio interface (option) at the CHALLENGER xx Lite.
Power supply for the Racks:
Connect the power cable to the Rack 42 Lite / Rack 84 Lite.
Switching on the appliances / LEDs
After having connected the voltage supply, switch on the Rack 42 Lite/ Rack 84 Lite and the CHALLENGER xx Lite. The green LEDs Power Main and STATUS Local, lights up on the Rack 42 Lite / Rack84 Lite.
The system is ready for operation. If an input is made via the keyboard or mouse/TB at one of the stations, the access to the other station is blocked.
On completion of the input, the system is released after a time-out of approx. 1 s. Both local and remote access is possible again.
The procedure described here is not mandatory. Any sequence of switching on can be selected.
Pin color 1 orange-black 2 orange 3 green-black 4 blue 5 blue-black 6 green 7 brown-black 8 brown18
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System operation/setting IVT - Individual Video Tuning
The CHALLENGER xx Lite - system allows adapting videos. This functionality can be used by the user to compensate different cable qualities and lengths. Individual execution of this function allows setting the subjective perception of the individual as a standard for a good picture.
Adaptation is made via the keyboard of the CHALLENGER xx Lite.
The system covers the range from 10 - 200m (33 - 560ft); adaptation can be made in 2m-steps (6,5ft).
The Challenger xx Lite System provides the option to individually select the used cable type. For video adaptation, select the cable type, which corresponds to the cable type used in most cases.
Optional you can compensate time delays from the data cable with the delay function.
When you start up the system for the first time, a menu appears on the display using which you may select the IVT-modus. If you do not want to see this menu after every system starts, you may switch it off by pressing the ESC key while holding the Ctrl key.
[ Strg / Control / Control ]
[ Esc / Esc / Esc ].
Press the Scroll Lock Key while holding the Ctrl key.
[ Strg / Control / Control ]
[ Rollen / Scroll / Arrêt Dêfil ].
On releasing both the keys, the IVT mode is activated , a menu appears on the display and the scroll lock LED [ Rollen / Scroll Lock / Arrêt Dêfil ] on the keyboard blinks.
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Lowest amplification is at 10m (33ft) and is set by activating the key [ Ende / End / Fin ].
Highest amplification is at 200m (650ft) and is set by activating the key [ Pos1 / Home / pos1 ].
Operate the menu:
F1: save all changes and quit the menu
F2: open the help-window
To select the function you can select with the up arrow / down arrow-keys .
To adjust the function use the left arrow / right arrow-keys .
In case of no picture at the display press the End-key.
Otherwise in case of no picture at the display press the Home-key.
Adjust the Video Tuning
Using the up arrow / down arrow-keys select the [video boost] function from the menu. Use
Use the left arrow / right arrow-keys for fine adjustment for Video-tuning
Select also with the up arrow / down arrow-keys the function [cable type] in the menu.
To select the cable type use the left arrow / right arrow-keys
On optimisation of the screen picture, the settings are stored by
activating the F1-key . The setting mode is completed..
Press ESC instead of F1-key and the new setting is discarded and the previous adaptation is restored.
To fit time delays from the data cable you can use the delay function (optional) and adjust in the IVT-Modus with [delay].
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Notes for setting the IVT
The above steps should be understood to be reference values. As the quality of a video picture depends both on the monitor, the graphic card and the transfer cable it is possible that you will achieve the subjectively best picture with the setting for 100m (330ft) despite a cable length of, for instance, 80m (260ft). To guarantee the best picture quality we recommend a max. length of data cable of 150m (500ft). At longer distances you get poor picture quality.
If you are not satisfied with the picture quality after IVT settings, you may additionally make some fine adjustment as follows:
- Press „CTRL + NUM“ and select „SYS INFO“ with the cursor keys. - Press „CTRL + F10“. - Enter „SERVICE“ and „3223“ for login. - Select „Video Adjust“. - Adjust the setting „gain“ until you have best picture quality. - Save the settings with „F1“.
These settings are only valid for the previous IVT-settings. If you change the IVT- settings, you need to repeat the steps described above. You will be warned before you try to change the IVT-settings.
Try out the best settings for your application.
If your monitor remains black, please check whether the set resolution and refreshing rate of the graphic card is supported by the Challenger Lite. It is possible that the values are beyond the supported range.
Resolutions
The following cable lengths and resolutions provide good picture qualities:
Challenger Lite Length of Data cable Resolution Refreshing rate
15“ 150m / (500ft) 1024 x 768 60 Hz 18“ 100m / (330ft) 1280 x 1024 60 Hz 22“ 50m / (165ft) 1680 x 1050 60 Hz
This table shows the recommendations with use of the delay function.
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Automatic change-over
The CHALLENGER xx Lite - system allows the optional operation of the computer from both work stations (local and CHALLENGER xx Lite).
Both keyboards and mouse/TB are disconnected in the basic state. As soon as an input is made via the keyboard or mouse/TB the keyboard/mouse/TB of the other station are blocked.
If no operation is made for a time-out of approx. 1 s, the system is released again.
The display of the CHALLENGER xx Lite and the connected monitors show the videos from the PC simultaneously.
Defining the Time Out
Using this setting you may change the time – out period (1 - 90sec) for the automatic change-over between the local and the remote console.
The non-active console cannot be accessed until the time passed after the last access on the active console exceeds the defined time-out period.
Call Function Menu for setting Timeout:
Press the Num Lock while holding the Control-key.
[ Strg / Control / Control ]
[ Num / Num / Num ].
The Function Menu mode is activated as soon as both keys are released and you see a menu at the display.
Move the cursor to the entry Config or confirm with
and press
Then the Config-Menu will open.
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Select the System Config with cursor up/cursor down and then confirm with
button.
Move the cursor to the entry Timeout.
By entering a value in the range of 1 to 90 seconds you can define the delay time.
For saving the settings and closing the menu press F1.
Hold function
The CHALLENGER xx Lite- system allows that either the local or the remote (CHALLENGER xx Lite) work station to operate the computer exclusively. Thus it is prevented that the system isolates the other work station after the pre-set time-out of approx. 1 s.
In order to activate the hold function, Press the Print key while holding the Ctrl key
[ Strg / Control / Control ]
[ Druck / Print / Impr ècran ]
The activated mode is indicated by the flashing Scroll Lock LED [ Rollen / Scroll Lock / Arrêt Dêfil ] on both keyboards. The station that activated
the hold function, can thus operate the computer exclusively.
Press the Print key [ Druck / Print / Impr ècran] while holding the Ctrl key [ Strg / Control / Control ] , the hold function is deactivated and the Scroll Lock LED [ Rollen / Scroll Lock / Arrêt Dêfil ] on the keyboard turns on.
Now automatic change-over is active again.
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Touch screen option
The Challenger Touch is a resistive Touch unit in conjunction with the Challenger FMO´s. It features a RS232 Interface for connection to a Data Transmission unit.
The following versions are available:
CHALLENGER 15 Lite CHALLENGER 18 Lite CHALLENGER 22 Lite
The Touch is integrated and powered from Display module. The optional RS232 Interface is used by the Touch controller.
Additional request for Touch screen:
- Transmit Unit need RS232 option - RS232 Data cable between Transmit Unit (Rack 42 Lite / Rack84 Lite) and PC - Installation of Touch driver
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Technical data Video - Resolution : max. 1680 x 1050 pixels - Transfer length : 10 to 200 m (33 – 650ft)
(can be set via IVT) Keyboard / Mouse Interface/transfer : PS/2 / Intelli-Maus
RS232 (optional) - Transfer rate : 38400 bit/s - Signals to be transferred : TxD, RxD, RTS, CTS, DTR, DSR
Touch (optional) Power supply: : 12V DC from Challenger Display.
Audio (optional) - Resolution : 18 bit digital - Sample rate : 48 kHz - Band with : 22 kHz - Microphon-pre-amplification : 20dB
Outer housing dimensions (B x H x T in mm) :Rack 42/84 Lite:
210x45x225/482 mm (8,27“x1,77“x8,87“/19”) ca. 1,2kg/1,3kg (2,6lb/2,9lb)
CHALLENGER Lite 15 mounted in FHP-housing 628x782x435mm (24,74“x30,81“x17,14“) ca. 35kg (77lb)
CHALLENGER Lite 18 mounted in FHP-housing 628x850x435mm (24,74“x33,49“x17,14“) ca. 40kg (88lb)
CHALLENGER Lite 22 mounted in FHP-housing 750x850x435mm (29,53“x33,49“x17,14“) ca. 47kg (104lb)
(maximum housing dimensions each)
Ingress protection: : IP66 / NEMA 4X from front when correct mounted into a IP66 / NEMA 4X approved housing. IP20 from rear.
Data cable : CAT 5 or higher, recommended CAT 7
Voltage supply : 100 - 240 VAC 50/60Hz optional 24V DC for CHALLENGER 15/18 Lite Rack 42 Lite / 84 Lite max. 20W (Fuse 0,5AT) CHALLENGER Lite max. 70W (Fuse 2AT, 100-240V)
Temperature range : -10°C - +55° C (+14°F - +131°F)
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Lowest amplification is at 10m (33ft) and is set by pressing the key [ Ende / End / Fin ].
Highest amplification is at 200m (650ft) and is set by activating the home key [ Pos1 / Home / pos1 ].
Troubleshooting After Installation and Power on all the components, Display remains black.
Please check following: o All connectors for correct connection o the green LED on the rear side of the Display is ON ?, if not
check the two Fuses of the Display o are all components powered ON ? o are the resolution and refreshing rate values of the graphic card
set according to the table shown below ? o is the connection of the data cable 1 to 1 ? o adjust the Video Tuning on IVT-mode
Resolutions The following cable lengths and resolutions achieve good picture qualities:
Challenger Lite Length of Data cable Resolution Refreshing rate
15“ 150m / (500ft) 1024 x 768 60 Hz 18“ 100m / (330ft) 1280 x 1024 60 Hz 22“ 50m / (165ft) 1680 x 1050 60 Hz
This table gives recommendations with use of the delay function.
Calling the IVT-mode Press the scroll lock key while holding the Ctrl Key.
[ Strg / Control / Control ]
[ Rollen / Scroll / Arrêt Dêfil ].
The IVT mode is activated as soon as both keys are released and you see a menu on the display. The activated mode is additionally indicated by the flashing scroll Lock LED [ Rollen / Scroll Lock / Arrêt Dêfil ].
If there is still no picture on the display, press the Home-key.
If finally a picture appers, press to save the settings and close the menu.
For fine adjustment refer chapter: System operation/settings