1. Introduzzjoni
The Elo 1715L touchmonitor is engineered to provide a reliable and cost-effective touch solution for various applications, including retail Point of Sale (POS) and hospitality environments. This 17-inch LCD monitor integrates Elo's AccuTouch five-wire resistive technology, allowing for touch input using fingers, gloved hands, credit cards, or a stylus. It features a dual serial/USB interface, a removable base, and side-mounted controls with a lockout function for enhanced security and usability. The display is factory-sealed to protect against dirt, dust, and liquids, ensuring durable operation in demanding settings.
2. X'hemm fil-Kaxxa
Iċċekkja li l-oġġetti kollha li ġejjin huma inklużi fl-imballaġġ tal-prodott tiegħek:
- Elo 17-inch Touchscreen LCD Monitor
- Kejbil VGA
- Kejbil tas-Serje
- Cable USB
- Korda tal-Enerġija
- Quick Installation Guide (may vary)
- Driver CD (may vary)

Image 2.1: Contents of the Elo 1715L monitor box, showing the monitor, various cables (VGA, RS-232, USB, power), and documentation.
3. Istruzzjonijiet ta' Setup
3.1 Spakkjar u Tqegħid
- Carefully remove the monitor and all accessories from the packaging.
- Place the monitor on a stable, flat surface. Ensure adequate ventilation around the unit.
- Adjust the monitor's tilt for optimal viewkumdità.
3.2 Konnessjoni tal-Monitor
- Konnessjoni tal-vidjo: Connect one end of the VGA cable to the VGA port on the monitor and the other end to the VGA output port on your computer.
- Touch Interface Connection: Connect the USB cable from the monitor's USB port to an available USB port on your computer. Alternatively, if using the serial interface, connect the serial cable from the monitor's serial port to an available serial port on your computer.
- Konnessjoni tal-Enerġija: Qabbad il-korda tal-enerġija mad-dħul tal-enerġija tal-monitor u mbagħad daħħal it-tarf l-ieħor f'sokit elettriku ertjat.

Stampa 3.1: Wara view of the monitor displaying the various connection ports for power, USB, serial, and VGA cables.
3.3 Installazzjoni tas-sewwieq
- After connecting the monitor, power on your computer and the monitor.
- For optimal touchscreen functionality, install the appropriate drivers. These are typically found on the included driver CD or can be downloaded from the official Elo websit (www.elotouch.com).
- Segwi l-istruzzjonijiet fuq l-iskrin biex tlesti l-installazzjoni tas-sewwieq. Jista' jkun meħtieġ li terġa' tibda s-sistema.
- Kalibrazzjoni: After driver installation, perform touchscreen calibration through the Elo control panel or your operating system's tablet PC settings to ensure accurate touch response.
4. Istruzzjonijiet Operattivi
4.1 Basic Touchscreen Operation
- Mess: Lightly touch the screen with your finger, stylus, or other approved object to select items or activate functions.
- Iddreggja: Touch and hold an item, then move your finger across the screen to drag it.
- Ikklikkja bil-lemin: Depending on your operating system and driver settings, a long press or a specific gesture may emulate a right-click. Refer to your driver software for configuration.
4.2 Kontrolli tal-Wiri fuq l-Iskrin (OSD)
The monitor features controls located on the side for adjusting display settings. These controls allow you to navigate the OSD menu.

Immaġni 4.1: Ġenb view of the monitor highlighting the physical control buttons for OSD adjustments.
- Accessing OSD: Press the Menu button (usually indicated by an icon) to open the OSD menu.
- Navigazzjoni: Use the Up/Down or Plus/Minus buttons to navigate through menu options.
- Selection/Adjustment: Press the Select or Menu button again to choose an option or adjust a setting.
- Ħruġ: Use the Exit button or navigate to the 'Exit' option in the menu to close the OSD.
- Funzjoni ta' lockout: The OSD controls include a lockout function to prevent accidental changes. Refer to the full user manual or Elo's support website for instructions on enabling/disabling this feature.
4.3 Optional Magnetic Stripe Reader (MSR)
If your 1715L monitor is equipped with the optional 3-track Magnetic Stripe Reader (MSR), it can be easily installed by the user. The MSR is programmable to either HID or Keyboard Emulation (USB only). Refer to the MSR installation guide for detailed instructions on attachment and software configuration.
5. Manutenzjoni
5.1 Tindif tal-Monitor
- Dejjem itfi u aqla’ l-monitor qabel ma tnaddaf.
- Uża ċarruta ratba u mingħajr ħelu dampened with a mild, non-abrasive glass cleaner or water.
- Do not spray cleaning solutions directly onto the screen or into any openings.
- Evita li tuża kimiċi ħarxa, pads li joborxu, jew solventi.
5.2 Kura Ġenerali
- Żomm il-monitor 'il bogħod mix-xemx diretta, mis-sħana eċċessiva, u mill-umdità.
- Żgura ventilazzjoni xierqa biex tevita sħana żejda.
- Evita li tpoġġi oġġetti tqal fuq il-monitor jew il-kejbils tiegħu.
6 Issolvi l-problemi
- Ebda Display:
- Ensure the power cord is securely connected to both the monitor and the electrical outlet.
- Verify the video cable (VGA) is properly connected to both the monitor and the computer.
- Iċċekkja jekk il-monitor huwiex mixgħul (dawl indikatur tal-enerġija).
- Confirm the computer is powered on and outputting a video signal.
- Touchscreen Mhux Jirrispondi:
- Ensure the USB or serial touch cable is securely connected to both the monitor and the computer.
- Verify that the correct touchscreen drivers are installed. Reinstall drivers if necessary.
- Perform touchscreen calibration through the Elo control panel.
- Ibda mill-ġdid il-kompjuter.
- Inaccurate Touch Response:
- Recalibrate the touchscreen.
- Ensure the screen surface is clean and free of obstructions.
- Screen Flickering or Distorted Image:
- Iċċekkja l-kejbil tal-vidjo għal konnessjonijiet maħlula jew ħsara.
- Adjust the display resolution and refresh rate on your computer to match the monitor's specifications.
- Use the OSD menu to perform an auto-adjust function if available.
- Black Screen on Corner (as reported in reviews):
- This may indicate a hardware issue. Contact Elo support for assistance.
7. Speċifikazzjonijiet
| Karatteristika | Dettall |
|---|---|
| Brand | Elo |
| Numru tal-Mudell | E603162 |
| Daqs tal-Iskrin | 17 Pulzier |
| Touch Teknoloġija | AccuTouch Five-Wire Resistive |
| Riżoluzzjoni | SXGA |
| Proporzjon ta' l-aspett | 1.66:1 |
| Wiċċ tal-Iskrin | Tleqq |
| Dimensjonijiet tal-Prodott | 18.5 x 17.5 x 11 pulzieri |
| Piż tal-oġġett | 15.2 Liri |
| Manifattur | Elo Touch Solutions, Inc. |
| Konnettività | VGA, USB, Serial |
| Karatteristiċi Speċjali | Factory-sealed against dirt/dust/liquids, Removable base, Side controls with lockout function, Optional 3-track MSR support |
8. Garanzija u Appoġġ
For detailed warranty information, technical support, and service inquiries, please refer to the documentation included with your product or visit the official Elo Touch Solutions websit.
Soluzzjonijiet Elo Touch Websit: www.elotouch.com
Please have your model number (E603162) and serial number ready when contacting support.





