IBM PS/2 TOUCHSELECT FOR 14-INCH DISPLAYS Contents Announcement Letter Number 192-185 dated August 25, 1992 US - Last Revised on August 25, 1992 Brief Description of Announcement, Charges, and Availability The PS/2 (R) TouchSelect (TM) for 14-inch Displays provides features that can be installed by a customer to bring touch screen operation to the 8512 Display or to the 8511, 8515, and 8518 Displays. This feature is intended for application areas where touch is used for user input and interaction. The feature attaches easily to the displays, enabling customers with installed displays to upgrade to touch screen capability. The operation of the display is not affected by the addition of the IBM TouchSelect. Touch screen device drivers are supplied with the feature to support touch operation with the IBM Disk Operating System (DOS), OS/2 (R) Standard Edition Versions 1.2/1.3 and Extended Edition Versions 1.2/1.3, and the Microsoft (1) Windows (1) 3.0/3.1 operating system. OS/2 Version 2.0 has touch screen drivers included. Description Machine Model Feature Part Language TouchSelect 8511 001 6879 41G3647 US English 8512 001 3458 41G3656 US English 8515 001 6879 41G3647 US English 8515 021 6879 41G3647 US English 8518 001 6879 41G3647 US English 00Z 6879 41G3647 US English Planned Availability Date: August 28, 1992. (R) Registered trademark of International Business Machines Corporation. (TM) Trademark of International Business Machines Corporation. (1) Registered trademark of Microsoft Corporation. Customer Letter Section HIGHLIGHTS o The TouchSelect is a customer-installed feature that enables direct touch input on IBM 8511, 8512, 8515, and 8518 Displays, protecting the customer's investment in installed displays. o The feature enables solutions for individuals who are not familiar with computers or keyboards, thereby increasing user productivity and enabling growth into new business areas. o Leadership features include the ability to use any input medium (finger, stylus, and so on) and to measure varying pressures exerted on the screen. o Device drivers for IBM DOS, OS/2, and Microsoft Windows provide compatibility with applications created for the IBM PS/2 8516 Touch Display. o System attachment is provided via the PS/2 system unit pointing device port, eliminating the need for an additional serial port, expansion slot, or external controller. The pointing device can still be attached via an auxiliary pointing device port on the IBM TouchSelect. DESCRIPTION BUSINESS SOLUTIONS The IBM TouchSelect significantly enhances PS/2 multimedia solutions and the PS/2 product family by providing the capability for interactive operation by direct touch. The IBM TouchSelect enables solutions for work and public areas where staff and customers are not familiar with computers or keyboards, especially in environments such as education, training, and public access (for example, merchandising, point-of-sale, and information kiosks). INVESTMENT PROTECTION The IBM TouchSelect enables a customer to upgrade installed 8511s, 8512s, 8515s, and 8518s to facilitate touch applications. This protects the customer's investment in existing displays. The IBM TouchSelect attaches securely to the front of the display using four mechanical latches located on the sides of the IBM TouchSelect panel. The aesthetic design (size, color, and texture) matches the design of the 8511, 8512, 8515, and 8518, minimizing the effect of the IBM TouchSelect panel on the overall appearance of the display. Full compatibility with the DOS, OS/2, and Microsoft Windows operating systems enables existing non-touch-screen applications to run without modification. The IBM TouchSelect is fully compatible with touch screen applications created for the IBM PS/2 8516 Touch Display. As a component of an appropriate multimedia system, the IBM TouchSelect also supports applications generated for the InfoWindow (R) 4055 Touch Display. Compatibility with these two products enables customers to provide existing touch screen applications to more end users without the purchase of a new display. Neither a system unit expansion slot nor a serial port is required since all of the touch screen function is contained within the touch panel. The IBM TouchSelect attaches to the pointing device port on the IBM PS/2 system unit. An IBM PS/2 Mouse can be attached to the auxiliary pointing device port located on the IBM TouchSelect. As a result of this arrangement, the touch screen and mouse can operate concurrently in any application written to support this configuration. USER PRODUCTIVITY The IBM TouchSelect provides ease of use for the IBM PS/2 or IBM multimedia user. Less experienced computer users are able to improve productivity by accessing data through simple touch screen interaction with the system. The IBM TouchSelect uses a pressure transducer technology which provides the following distinguishing productivity features: o Unlike other touch screen technologies, ANY TOUCH INPUT MEDIUM (finger, stylus, and so on) can be used without exception. o In addition to horizontal and vertical screen coordinates, the application programmer can make use of a THIRD DIMENSION CAPABILITY. This capability enables the system to measure varying pressures exerted on the screen. GROWTH ENABLEMENT The IBM TouchSelect enables the customer to grow into new business areas that are accessible through the utilization of an interactive screen, but inaccessible to key-input-based systems. PRODUCT POSITIONING The IBM TouchSelect is a quality PS/2 product in a growing market seeking displays with touch screen operation. The ability to install the IBM TouchSelect on an existing display differentiates the product from the IBM PS/2 8516 Touch Display, which is an integrated touch display that requires no screen overlay. The IBM TouchSelect, when attached to an 8511, 8512, 8515, or 8518, can be operated in a variety of touch screen applications, such as merchandising, education, or executive support, without requiring input from a mouse or keyboard. The IBM TouchSelect is appropriate for users and applications associated with the following industries: o Distribution o Manufacturing o Process o Education o Insurance o Banking o Securities o Law enforcement o Public sector o Automotive o Health. PUBLICATIONS The IBM TOUCHSELECT INSTALLATION AND OPERATIONS GUIDE (order number S84F-7198, part number 84F7186) is shipped with the product. Additional copies will be available by August 28, 1992. The following publications will be available by August 28, 1992. To order, contact your IBM representative. TITLE ORDER NUMBER PART NUMBER IBM TouchSelect S92F-2197 92F2198 Technical Reference IBM TouchSelect SA33-7001 92F2219 Hardware Maintenance Library The System Library Subscription Service (SLSS) is not available. TECHNICAL INFORMATION SPECIFIED OPERATING ENVIRONMENT PHYSICAL SPECIFICATIONS: Width: 346.4 mm (13.6 inches). Depth: 26.0 mm (1.0 inches). Height: 282.9 mm (11.1 inches). Weight: 1.82 kg (4 pounds). OPERATING ENVIRONMENT: Temperature: 15.6 (degs) to 32.2 (degs) C (60 (degs) to 90 (degs) F). Relative Humidity: 8% to 80% noncondensing. Wet Bulb: 27.0 (degs) C (80.6 (degs) F). Environment: FCC Class B. MACHINE REQUIREMENTS: o An IBM 8511, 8512, 8515, or 8518 Display o An available PS/2 pointing device port on any model of the following PS/2 systems: 30 286, 35 SX and LS, 40 SX, 50Z, 55 SX and LS, 56 SX and LS, 57 SX, 60, 65 SX, 70 386 and 486, P70 386 and 486, 80 386, 90 XP 486, and 95 XP 486. The IBM PS/2 TouchSelect for 14-inch Displays is compatible with the: o IBM M-Motion Video Adapter/A, which gives full-motion video support when using M-Control Program/2 or Audio Visual Connection (R) Release 1.04 o IBM M-Audio Capture and Playback Adapter, and M-Audio Capture and Playback Adapter/A, which provide audio support under Audio Visual Connection Releases 1.03 and 1.04 o IBM PS/2 - TV, a low-cost video and audio option that enables the user to display full-motion National Television Standards Committee (NTSC)-analog video on a standard PS/2 color display from a variety of sources. The touch sensing is enabled by connection to a PS/2 pointing device port and the installation of the touch screen device drivers. The IBM TouchSelect can then emulate a single-button IBM PS/2 Mouse (identify and select); however, a mouse or keyboard is still required for actions normally assigned to mouse button 2. The IBM TouchSelect can also operate in full sensing mode depending on the application. Full sensing mode allows the touch information to be returned directly to the application. When the IBM TouchSelect is attached to the PS/2 pointing device port, an IBM PS/2 mouse can be attached to the auxiliary pointing device port located on the IBM TouchSelect. The IBM TouchSelect and a mouse can be used concurrently. PROGRAMMING REQUIREMENTS: DEVICE DRIVERS FOR TOUCH OPERATION: Device drivers for touch operation are supplied with the product for operation under the following operating systems: o IBM Disk Operating System Versions 3.3, 4.0, and 5.0. o IBM Operating System/2 (R) Standard Edition Versions 1.2 and 1.3 or IBM Operating System/2 Extended Edition Versions 1.2 and 1.3. IBM Operating System/2 Version 2.0 provides drivers within the base code. - Presentation Manager (R). Single-button mouse emulation (identify and select) can be used for some Presentation Manager actions. A mouse or keyboard is still required for actions normally assigned to mouse button 2. The services of Presentation Manger may be used to reach an application that uses an OS/2 full screen session, and such an application may be written to operate in touch sensing mode. If you wish to operate a Presentation Manager window application in full touch sensing mode as opposed to mouse emulation mode, you must be aware that the application has full control of the touch device. The application is therefore responsible for translating the full screen touch coordinates to the coordinates of the Presentation Manager window. NOTE: For supported operating systems, the IBM TouchSelect will operate in either single-button PS/2 mouse emulation mode (identify and select) or full sensing mode (all parameters returned). This is determined by the calls made to the touch device driver by the application software. o Microsoft Windows 3.0/3.1. APPLICATION SUPPORT: The IBM TouchSelect is supported by several enablers and applications: o Enablers: Enablers are authoring and presentation software packages that give the customer the tools to prepare very sophisticated presentations that integrate images and text, including full-motion video and voice, if desired. - IBM M-Control Program/2. The IBM M-Control Program/2, which includes program interfaces for IBM Disk Operating System and OS/2 Toolkit, provides functional support for application developers. - Audio Visual Connection Releases 1.03 and 1.04. Audio Visual Connection is an application enabler for presentations including still-frame video, full-motion video, digitized video, and hypertext. o Applications: - IBM Executive Decisions/VM and IBM Executive Decisions/MVS, products that provide a touch screen interface to business information, external news sources, electronic mail, and address book and calendar information. Executive Decisions/VM and /MVS Version 1.1.2 is supported only in VGA mode. - IBM LinkWay (TM), a hypermedia authoring system. - IBM THINKable (TM), a versatile entry-level tool for clinicians and researchers who provide and explore innovative remedial services for people with cognitive disorders. Applications generated for the IBM InfoWindow 4055 touch display may be run with the IBM TouchSelect in conjunction with the IBM Learning System/1 or the IBM InfoWindow Presentation System, the IBM M-Motion Video Adapter/A, and the IBM M-DOS Control Program/2. COMPATIBILITY: The IBM TouchSelect is designed to maintain compatibility with the PS/2 product line. Touch device drivers are provided that allow the IBM TouchSelect to emulate the single-button PS/2 mouse for input actions. The display functions of the IBM 8511, 8512, 8515, and 8518 Displays are not affected by the addition of the IBM TouchSelect. LIMITATIONS: The touch screen functions provided by IBM TouchSelect can be operated only if the supplied touch device drivers are installed. It operates in FULL SENSING MODE if the application makes specific calls. Otherwise operation will be in EMULATION MODE for a PS/2 single-button mouse (identify and select). The following are NOT supported: o Applications dependent on a two-button mouse unless they can operate in single-button mode with the use of a real mouse or keyboard to provide the second button function o Levels of operating systems other than those quoted in the Programming Requirements section o Personal Computer (5150), PC/XT (TM) (5160), Personal Computer AT (R) (5170), 3270 PC, and PS/2 Model 30 (8086 processor) o PC/370 or derivatives o Attachment of devices other than the IBM PS/2 Mouse to the auxiliary pointing device port on the IBM TouchSelect o Japanese 3270PC coexistence (under IBM Disk Operating System J4.0X). PLANNING INFORMATION CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES: The IBM TouchSelect is a customer setup feature. Detailed setup instructions are contained in the INSTALLATION AND OPERATIONS GUIDE, which is supplied with the product. No switches need to be set when attaching to the IBM PS/2 system unit. The device drivers for touch operations, supplied with the product, must be installed and operating if touch sensing and/or mouse emulation is to be used. After initial installation, the touch sensing hardware must be calibrated. Details are supplied with the product. It is the customer's responsibility to ensure that the unit is calibrated after installation and before touch applications are run, otherwise unpredictable results may occur with the touch operation. Recalibration is required if the system unit is changed, since the calibration data is stored on the hard file. Recalibration is recommended if the display is moved to a new location. The device drivers for touch operation, supplied with the product, must be installed and operating if touch sensing and/or mouse emulation is to be used. CABLE ORDERS: No cables are required. INSTALLABILITY: Installation time for the IBM TouchSelect is approximately 30 minutes. This includes installation of the hardware and the software drivers, and the calibration procedure. PROBLEM DETERMINATION: The customer should follow the setup procedure outlined in the INSTALLATION AND OPERATIONS GUIDE to verify the touch screen operation. This procedure consists of an easy-to-follow trouble shooting process designed to assist the customer in isolating the defective element (IBM TouchSelect or the display). A failing unit may then be exchanged under existing warranty or maintenance provisions. The INSTALLATION AND OPERATIONS GUIDE and diagnostic programs required for problem determination are shipped with the product. PACKAGING: PRODUCT SHIPMENT GROUP BOXES TouchSelect IBM TouchSelect 14-inch 1 Touch Panel, Installation and Operations Guide, two diskettes containing device drivers and calibration/ diagnostic software SECURITY, AUDITABILITY AND CONTROL The IBM TouchSelect product uses the security and auditability features of the system to which the IBM 8511, 8512, 8515, and 8518 Displays are attached. User management is responsible for evaluation, selection, and implementation of security features, administrative procedures, and appropriate controls in application systems and communications facilities. TERMS AND CONDITIONS WARRANTY PERIOD: One year. MES DISCOUNT APPLICABLE: No. FIELD-INSTALLABLE FEATURE: Yes. CUSTOMER SETUP: Yes. All other terms and conditions are the same as those applicable to the 8511, 8512, 8515, or 8518 in which the feature is installed. CHARGES FEATURE PURCHASE DESCRIPTION NUMBER PRICE IBM TouchSelect 6879 $630 for 8511, 8515, 8518 Displays IBM TouchSelect 3458 630 for 8512 Display ANNUAL MINIMUM MAINTENANCE CHARGES: IBM IBM ON-SITE CENTRAL FACILITY EXCHANGE MAINTENANCE SERVICE (IOE) (CFMS) $50 $48