PDS

The PDS is a rugged, customizable, programmable hand held terminal ideally suited for HMI applications that require a level of complexity not found in simple ASCII terminals. A comprehensive Applications Program Interface (API) allows developers to access services provided by the operating system from display manipulation to high level operations.

The PDS features 448K KB of Flash EEPROM and 512K KB of battery backed static RAM. The PDS is programmable using either "C" or Assembly language on your PC. Interface options including RS-232, RS4-22 or RS-485 are available. With five digital I/O lines, the PDS provides you with the ability to interface to a wide variety of devices. The PDS also has optional character sets, such as Latin 1 and European, available.

• Fully Programmable Terminal Using C, Assembly or 2Basic
• Up to 115,200 bps Communications
• Three Year Warranty
• Optional Battery-backed Real-Time Clock
• Battery Option Available
• Vacuum Fluorescent Display Available

Why use Two Technologies for your next purpose-built HMI project?

In today’s competitive environment, businesses need to react quickly to ever changing industry demands. Two Technologies can transform your requirements into reality with purpose-built HMIs.

Partnering with Two Technologies allows you to utilize our years of experience and know-how in the design and manufacture of durable HMI products built to your specific needs allowing you a faster time-to-market at a competitive price.

• Low minimum quantity
• Quick turn customization
• Custom firmware
• Custom overlays, logo tags, and case modifications
• Durable, high quality products
• 3-year warranty
• Long term support
• A history of collaboration since 1987
• In-house design

Customization Options

•  Options
•  Keypads
•  Accessories
•  Downloads

+ − Displays

Description

Standard Unit

Battery Unit

Twisted Nematic

Twisted Nematic Display

• Display Format: 4 Lines x 20 Characters
• Character Format: 5 x 7 Pixels
• Character Set: U.S. ASCII (Latin 1 or European also available)
• Operating Temp: 0°C to +50°C
• Storage Temp: -20°C to +70°C
• Typical Environment: Best suited for indoor environments, and performs well in indirect or diffused light.

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Standard

Standard

Supertwist Nematic

Supertwist Nematic Display

• Display Format: 4 Lines x 20 Characters
• Character Format: 5 x 7 Pixels
• Character Set: U.S. ASCII (Latin 1 or European also available)
• Operating Temp: 0°C to +50°C
• Storage Temp: -20°C to +70°C
• Typical Environment: Best suited for indoor environments, and performs well in indirect or diffused light

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Available

Available

Supertwist Nematic Backlit

Supertwist Nematic Backlit Display

• Display Format: 4 Lines x 20 Characters
• Character Format: 5 x 7 Pixels
• Backlight provides better visibility
• Character Set: U.S. ASCII
• Operating Temp: 0°C to +50°C
• Storage Temp: -20°C to +70°C
• Typical Environment: Best suited for indoor environments, and performs well in low-light conditions

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Available

Available

Extended Temperature Nematic Backlit Nematic

Extended Temperature Supertwist Nematic Backlit Display

• Display Format: 4 Lines x 20 Characters
• Character Format: 5 x 7 Pixels
• Backlight provides better visibility
• Character Set: Extended U.S. ASCII
• ^{(Latin 1 and European Sets also vailable)}
• Operating Temp: -20°C to +70°C
• Storage Temp: -20°C to +70°C
• Typical Environment: Best suited for both indoor and outdoor environments, and performs well in low-light conditions

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Available

Available

Supertwist Nematic LED Backlit

Supertwist Nematic LED Backlit Display

• Display Format: 4 Lines x 20 Characters
• Character Format: 5 x 7 Pixels
• Backlight provides better visibility
• Character Set: U.S. ASCII
• Operating Temp: 0°C to +50°C
• Storage Temp: -20°C to +70°C
• Typical Environment: Best suited for indoor environments, and performs well in various indoor lighting conditions

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Available

Not Available

Vacuum Fluorescent Display (VFD)

Vacuum Fluorescent Display

• Display Format: 4 Lines x 20 Characters
• Character Format: 5 x 7 Pixels
• Character Set: U.S. ASCII
• Operating Temp: -20°C to +70°C
• Storage Temp: -20°C to +70°C
• Typical Environment: Best suited for indoor environments, and generally performs well in low ambient lighting conditions

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Available

Not Available

Extended Temperature VFD

Extended Temperature VFD

• Display Format: 4 Lines x 20 Characters
• Character Format: 5 x 7 Pixels
• Character Set: U.S. ASCII
• Operating Temp: -40°C to +85°C
• Storage Temp: -20°C to +70°C
• Typical Environment: Best suited for both indoor and outdoor environments, and generally performs well in low ambient lighting conditions

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Available

Not Available

+ − Interfaces

Description

Standard Unit

Battery Unit

RS-232

Available

Available

RS-422

Available

Available

RS-485

Available

Available

CMOS/TTL

Available

Available

+ − Power

Description

Standard Unit

Battery Unit

5.0 Volts DC ±5%

Available

Not Available

7.5 to 12 Volt DC

Available

Not Available

9.5 to 28 Volts DC

Available

Not Available

Built-in Rechargeable Battery

Not Available

Available

+ − Keypads

Description

Standard Unit

Battery Unit

20-Key, 30-Key or 45-Key Elastomeric

Available

Available

20-Key 30-Key or 45-Key Membrane

Available

Available

30-Key or 45-Key Backlit

Available

Not Available

45-Key Elastomeric Phosphorescent

Available

Available

45-Key Backlit Phosphorescent

Available

Not Available

Custom Keypads & Keypad Graphics

Available

Available

+ − Other

Description

Standard Unit

Battery Unit

E-Stop with 10-Conductor Cable

Available

Not Available

Liveman with 14-Conductor Cable and DA-15 Connector

Not Available

Not Available

Real Time Clock

Available

Available

• Elastomeric: These keypads provides a great look and excellent tactile feel. Epoxy caps make this keypad extremely resistant to wear and suitable for all environments, except where petroleum-based chemicals (oil) are present.
• Membrane: Best used when working in harsh conditions where chemical, dirt and liquids may be present.
• Backlit: LEDs, which can be powered on and off, are positioned behind the keycaps to illuminate them when needed.
• Phosphorescent: These keypads contain a phosphor material that glows after being exposed to light.

20-Key
Elastomeric

20-Key Elastomeric

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20-Key
Membrane

20-Key Membrane

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30-Key
Elastomeric

30-Key Elastomeric

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30-Key
Membrane

30-Key Membrane

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45-Kkey
Elastomeric

45-Key Elastomeric

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45-Key
Elastomeric
Phosphorescent

45-Key Elastomeric Phosphorescent

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45-Key
Membrane

45-Key Membrane

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45-Key
Membrane
Backlit

45-Key Membrane Backlit

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+ − Cables

7-Foot Extended Coiled Cables

Part Number

Modular to Modular, Black

1210-7-BK

Modular to Modular, Gray

1210-7

Modular to Modular, Non-reversing, Gray

1210-7-NR

Modular to Stripped Leads, Black (1210-HD)

10172

15-Foot Extended Cables

Part Number

Modular to Modular, Black

1210-15-BK

Modular to Modular, Gray

1210-15

Permanent Connection Cable

Part Number

7-Foot with 6-Pin Modular Termination

Suffix-PW

15-Foot with 6-Pin Modular Termination

Suffix-PW15

7-Foot with DB-25P, DB-25S, DE-9S, DE-9P, or DA-15 Termination*

Suffix-PW

15-Foot with DB-25P, DB-25S, DE-9S, DE-9P, or DA-15 Termination*

Suffix-PW

* Wiring configuration must be provided; set up charges and minimums may apply.

Note: Permanent wire cables are not available with battery powered units.

+ − Adapters & Power Supplies

Modular to "D" Connector Kits

Part Number

Modular to DE-9P

1270-M-KIT

Modular to DE-9S

1270-F-KIT

Modular to DB-25P

1280-M-KIT

Modular to DB-25S

1280-F-KIT

Connector-Modular Socket (8-Inch Stripped and Tinned)

623k

Wired Adaptors with Power Socket

Part Number

Modular to DE-9S (PCAT)

91446

Modular to DB-25P (DTE)

1280-DTE

Modular to DB-25S (DCE)

1280-DCE

Power Supplies

Part Number

Power Supply

1226-1

Wall Mount Battery Charger

13799

+ − Other

Silicon Boots

Part Number

SB-160-Gray

12847

SB-160-Yellow

12679

SB-160-Black

12665

Protective Neoprene Boot for Battery Unit

12665

Mounts & Mounting Brackets

Part Number

Mounting Bracket (TTH-130)

10130

RTV Seal

Membrane Keypad & Display

Membrane Keypad, Display & Hanger

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• PDS Specifications
• PDS User Guide
• PDS Customization Workbook