ET105 Ethernet Workstation
The
ET105 Workstation is a member of the ET100 family of DOS based computer workstations. It features small size, low power, Ethernet connectivity, and is ideally suited for industrial data collection applications.
The ET105 workstation consists of a DOS Engine and a limited keyboard/display operator console. It can operate as either a stand alone computer or as a network client within the limits of the operator console. The ET105 Ethernet Workstation is available in either the wall mount or tabletop configuration as depicted above and has a two line alphanumeric display and a 24-position numeric keypad.
The ET105 would typically serve as a "DOS Client" to either a Novell
or WIN-NT server on your local area network which can support 10BaseT Ethernet. In such
capacity, the ET105 can run software applications residing on the ET105’s flash disk or on the file server. This allows for the utilization
of resources on the file server as well as other resources available on the LAN and beyond
(print server, Internet gateway, etc). The ET105, when powered up, will automatically boot up ROM-resident DOS
and if it is able to locate an "AUTOEXEC.BAT" file on the flash disk it will
execute the .BAT file, which would include the Ethernet protocol initialization plus the
execution of an application program stored either on local flash disk or on the file
server. This program operates as the standard data collection program provided with the ET105 or it can be a
custom program developed by your VAR representative, or yourself.
This program will
typically collect data key-entered by the operator or data scanned from bar codes or badge
swipes, or by other input means which are optionally available for the ET105. The collected data can
be stored locally in a flash disk file or it can be immediately written a record at-a-time
to a file on the server. A typical data collection program can prompt the operator on the
two-line display in full alphanumeric text, and then retrieve data from a number of input
sources. With optional licensed software modules, the ET105 can also be setup to
be a "server" to the network and thereby allow other clients to have access to
its data files, etc. To establish a network connection, protocol stacks are available for
Novell NetWare (IPX protocol), or for Microsoft Windows NT (IPX or TCP/IP protocol).
The ET105 can serve as a stand-alone DOS based computer within the
constraints of its abbreviated resources to provide an industry standard software run-time
platform in a compact formfactor. Local resources such as the on-board flash disk can be
used to store application related program and data files. The included RS232 serial port
can be used to interface to local equipment such as a scale, gauge, or printer.
The bar-code decoder input option allows one or two bar-code devices to be attached on the ET105 workstation. Decoded input is treated just like keyboard entered data and can be configured to include an automatic Enter (<CR>) code. The ET105 will
automatically discriminate and decode Code 39, Code 128, Interleave 2/5, Codabar, and
UPC/EAN symbologies. Available input devices include wands, slot readers, and wand
emulating CCD or laser scanners. The Wall Mount version of the ET105 can be
supplied with an integral slot reader as one of the bar-code input devices.
The magstripe decoder input option allows either a single or
dual track magnetic card reader to be attached. Either single Track #1 or Track #2 reader
can be decoded and the input is treated just like keyboard entered data. If a dual track
reader is installed Track #1 will be decoded first and if it fails Track #2 will be
decoded.
The touch memory input option provides a receptacle for reading the touch memory
(e.g. DS199x) devices. These devices are semiconductor memory chips provided in a small,
hermetically sealed metal can and are used in harsh environments where magstripe or
bar-code badges are not acceptable media. Decoded input is converted to ASCII equivalent
character codes and is treated just like keyboard entered data.
The ET105 can be supplied with either two (dual) or four (quad) output relays that can be individually activated under software control. Each relay has a single "form A" contact rated at 10va (100vdc, 100ma.) maximum. Access to the contacts is via screw terminal blocks on
the back of the unit.
The ET105 is powered by a 12vdc (12va rating) power adapter that plugs directly into a
120vac receptacle. Typical power consumption is less than 16 watts. Optional input devices
(laser scanners, card readers, etc.) can increase the power consumption slightly.
Alternate power supplies can be used by connecting them via the ET105 power
jack.
- 386SX processor, 40Mhz
- BIOS in ROM
- ROM Resident DOS (MS-DOS Compatible Operating System)
- RAM Capacity - 4Meg.
- On-board Flash File Capacity - 4Meg.
- 10BaseT Ethernet Connectivity, (Novell IPX, or TCP/IP, specify one).
- Bar code input interface for wand, laser, CCD, or other compatible scanner.
- Standard RS-232 COM port, 9-pin AT connector.
- Battery powered real-time clock.
- Eight Line x 40 column LC Display
- Display Backlight
- Wall Mount Enclosure (no slot reader)
- Wall mount enclosure with integral barcode slot reader (VL)
- Magnetic stripe card reader interface (Trk 2, Trk 1 optional)
- Touch Key reader interface
- Contact inputs (4) with built-in counters
- Relay control outputs (2 or 4)
- Panel Mounting Bezel
- NEMA Rated Industrial Enclosure
- Additional 4Meg. RAM capacity (8Meg. Total).
- Additional 4Meg. Flash File (8Meg. Total).
- Parallel printer port.
- Floppy disk port.
- IDE drive interface.
Dimensions (width / height / depth)
- Table-top Model: 175mm / 112mm / 170mm
- Wall-mount Model: 220mm / 225mm / 92mm
- NEMA Rated Model: 225mm / 292mm / 112mm
Weights
- Table-top Model: 1.14 Kg. (2.5 Lbs.)
- Wall-mount Model: 1.82 Kg. (4 Lbs.)
- NEMA Rated Model: 4.02 Kg. (8.8 Lbs.)
Power Consumption (does not include options such as backlight, modem, or bar code scanner, badge reader, etc.)
- Standard Unit: 12 Watts
- Expanded Unit: 16 Watts
Temperature Ranges
- Operating: 0ºC to 60ºC (32ºF to 140ºF)
- Storage Temperature: -30ºC to 70ºC (-20ºF to 158ºF)
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