Introduction
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8 Optional V-Touch AB Controller Programming
8.1 Introduction
The V-Touch AB controller for arrowboards is a compact microcomputer with a 95 mm
(3.75 inches) LCD touchscreen and your choice of user interface language (English or French).
With the V-Touch AB you can:
Select the panel display for the arrowboard.
Verify the functioning of the LED lamps on the arrowboard.
Set the screen options to improve readability and preserve energy.
8.1.1 Using the Touchscreen
To activate the functions of the V-Touch AB controller you can:
Tap the buttons on the screen with your fingertip or,
Use an instrument such as the eraser tip of a lead pencil.
Remove any smudges and fingerprints with a soft cloth.
Never use sharp pointed plastic, and certainly not a metal object.
8.1.2 Sleep Mode
The V-Touch AB controller has two energy saving features:
After approximately 30 seconds of non-use the screen backlighting reduces by 50%.
After approximately 2 minutes of inactivity, the controller goes into sleep mode.
In sleep mode there is no communication between the controller and the arrowboard.
To continue use of the V-Touch AB controller, tap anywhere on the screen.
8.2 Main Screen
Each V-Touch AB controller and its associated arrowboard(s) is factory-preconfigured and
synchronized. These settings affect what you see displayed on the Main screen of the
Controller.
Power ON the V-Touch AB controller.
Before the Main screen displays, there is a brief delay while the controller recognizes the
arrowboard. The Main screen shows:
The current operating status of the connected arrowboard, its power supply, and means
of communication.
The available Panel Display options.
The operations activation buttons.
The indicator buttons that change when selected option(s) is active/inactive.
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