Kontron Micro Client 3 104 - Manual (Page 16)

7. Product Description Micro Client 3 – User’s Guide (Version 1.0)
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Product Description
Before you begin using your MC 3 system, you should take a few minutes to learn about the various ports, bays, connectors
and indicators that are part of your MC 3 or MC 3W system, as well as the components that make up the system.
The MC 3 /MC 3W is a Human-Machine-Interface (HMI) system designed for demanding industrial applications. It is a
workstation system with integrated touch screen display designed for:
 Installation in an instrument panel or other cabinets
 Installation by VESA ® 100 compliant mounting system
All versions are suitable for installation in an instrument panel or other cabinet.
MC 3 / MC 3W systems will be mounted in an instrument panel or other cabinets using the corresponding
included mounting clamps.
The MC 3 system is equipped with a 10.4", a 12.1", a 15" or a 17" display. In front of the display there is installed a
resistive touch screen, that also protects the display surface from dirt and scratches.
The MC 3W system is equipped with a 15.6" display and a capacitive touch screen providing multi-touch function.
The rugged design with an excellent mechanical stability marks the superior qualities of a computer suitable for the
operation in harsh industrial environment.
The MC 3 system accommodates a single computer board (SBC) with optionally available externally accessible
CompactFlash™ (IDE) and SD card modules. The system can be optionally equipped with a CF type II card and/or an SD card
and/or an internal 2.5" HDD/SSD (SATA) and/or an MSATA module.
The power LED and the Power button are located on the bottom side of the MC 3/ MC 3W system (interface side).
Interfaces such as 1x serial COM1 (RS232), 2x LAN (10/100/1000 Mbps), 2x USB (2.0), 2x USB 3.0, 1x DP are provided.
Additionally, the MC3 104/121/150/170 systems provide a front USB 2.0 connector.
Optionally, the MC 3/MC 3W system can be equipped with additional serial [RS422/RS485)] and or RS232 interfaces or
CAN BUS interfaces via a corresponding internal modules.
Available locations for the additional interfaces:
To the MC 3 104 systems can be installed up to two different modules for (RS422/485) / CAN-BUS
interfaces and/or an additional serial Port COM2 as RS232.
To the MC 3 121/150/170 and MC 3W 156 systems can be installed up to three modules as (RS422/485)
or CAN-BUS interface or an additional serial Port COM2 as RS232.
The MC 3/MC 3W system is designed to be connected to a +24VDC (+/-20%) power supply using the DC power terminal
(included). In order to connect the system to an AC power supply, an optional external AC/DC adapter can be ordered.
The MC 3W system is designed to comply with IP65 Protection class at the front side.
The MC 3 104/121/150/170 systems only comply with IP65 protection class at the front side, if the front
side USB connector is covered by the elastic captive rubber coat.
The MC 3/MC 3W system is a fanless system. The cooling of the unit is performed by the surface of the chassis.
The air openings, located on the top and sides of the device provide air circulation for the system interior cooling, in order
to prevent overheating.
When powering on the MC 3/MC 3W system, make sure that the air intake and exhaust openings are not
obstructed.
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