Description
Product Introduction
The Pro-Face PFXPW170AD23300G00 (configured under legacy string PS4700-V1-AZ-D-2G-XP-16CF-WGP) is a heavy-duty 19-inch industrial panel computer built by Digital Electronics Corporation (Pro-Face). Belonging to the modular PS4000 series, this unit combines a large 19-inch SXGA TFT display with a fanless/low-maintenance industrial IPC chassis designed for SCADA node management, line-level HMI supervision, and real-time process control.
This unit’s specific model string decodes to an optimized solid-state hardware architecture: running on 24V DC input power, populated with 2GB DDR3 RAM, booted from a solid-state 16GB CompactFlash card pre-installed with Windows XP, and bundled with WinGP runtime software. The rugged front bezel delivers NEMA 4X / IP65 ingress protection against water, oil mist, and dust in heavy manufacturing environments.
Key Technical Specifications & Part String Breakdown
Model String Breakdown: PS4700-V1-AZ-D-2G-XP-16CF-WGP
- PS4700-V1-AZ: 19-Inch SXGA TFT Display Unit (1280 × 1024 resolution) with Analog Touch Screen
- D: 24V DC Power Input Module
- 2G: 2 GB Main System Memory (RAM)
- XP: Windows XP Operating System OS License
- 16CF: 16 GB CompactFlash (CF Card) Industrial Solid State Primary Storage
- WGP: Pre-licensed WinGP PC Runtime Engine (Executes GP-Pro EX HMI projects directly on Windows)
Technical Parameters
| Parameter | Specification |
|---|---|
| Global Part Number | PFXPW170AD23300G00 |
| Configured Model | PS4700-V1-AZ-D-2G-XP-16CF-WGP |
| Display & Resolution | 19.0-inch TFT Color LCD (SXGA 1280 × 1024 pixels) |
| Touch Matrix | Analog Resistive Touch Overlay |
| Power Input | 24V DC (19.2V DC to 28.8V DC operating range) |
| Primary Storage | 16 GB Industrial Grade CF Card (Solid State, Vibration Resistant) |
| Expansion Slots | PCI / PCIe expansion slot options depending on rear chassis depth |
| Communications | Dual 10/100/1000M Ethernet (RJ-45), USB 2.0 Host ports, RS-232C/422/485 Serial |
| Runtime Environment | Pro-Face WinGP (HMI Runtime for PC) pre-installed |
| Ingress Rating | IP65f / NEMA Type 4X / 12 equivalent (front panel when mounted) |
Application Scenarios & The “Trench” Experience
The “Trench” Reality
When an aging 19-inch PS4700 panel PC running critical supervisory control software fails on an active production line, replacing it with a non-identical industrial PC creates massive software migration delays. Commercial PCs lack the legacy Windows XP drivers, 24V DC power rails, and dedicated Pro-Face WinGP hardware licensing tied to the CF card. Sourcing an exact PFXPW170AD23300G00 replacement lets technicians pull the 16GB CF card or mirror the OS drive onto the replacement unit, reconnect the 24V DC power block, and resume production in minutes without software re-compilation.
Target Applications
- Automotive Body Shop SCADA Nodes – Displaying real-time line telemetry, conveyor tracking, and robot cell interlocks across a large 19-inch interface.
- Chemical Batching & Pharmaceutical Processing – Running WinGP HMI screens alongside local database logging applications.
- Water & Wastewater Control Stations – Centralized station oversight requiring dual Ethernet communication channels and solid-state storage.
Transparency SOP: Quality Assurance & Testing
Before issuing replacement PS4700 hardware, every unit undergoes strict testing:
- Power Supply & Rail Regulation Check: Testing the 24V DC power input module across voltage bounds (19.2V to 28.8V DC) under full CPU load.
- CF Card Integrity & OS Boot Test: Verifying sector health on the 16GB CF card and executing a complete Windows XP boot cycle to check driver stability.
- Display & Touch Screen Matrix Calibration: Checking 19-inch LCD brightness, backlighting uniformity, and executing multi-point touch grid verification across all display regions.
- WinGP Runtime & I/O Communication Stress Test: Running loopback diagnostics on dual Ethernet ports, USB ports, and serial ports while polling simulated PLC traffic.
- ESD Cleaning & Protective Packaging: Sanitizing housing surfaces followed by vacuum sealing in ESD shielding with custom-fitted foam protection.
- PFXPW170AD23300G00 -V1-AZ-D-2G-XP-16CF-WGP
- PFXPW170AD23300G00 -V1-AZ-D-2G-XP-16CF-WGP
The Veteran’s Tech Trap Guide
⚠️ Trap 1: Check 24V DC Input Polarity! The -D configuration in -V1-AZ-D... denotes 24V DC power input. Applying 120V AC or 230V AC line power directly to the terminal block will ruin the internal power supply board. Verify panel power feed voltages prior to energizing.
❗ Trap 2: WinGP License & CF Card Pairing The -WGP suffix indicates that the unit is factory-licensed to run Pro-Face WinGP PC runtime software. This license key is tied to internal hardware identifiers and the CF card runtime image. Swapping in a standard commercial hard drive without migrating the WinGP license file will trigger a “WinGP Trial Mode Expired” fault upon boot.
⚠️ Trap 3: Windows XP Driver Compatibility with Modern Replacements Because this configuration runs Windows XP on a 16GB CF card, upgrading to a newer motherboard architecture without updating image drivers will result in a BSOD (Blue Screen 0x0000007B – inaccessible boot device). Always replace with matching PS4000 generation hardware (PFXPW170AD...) to maintain driver compatibility.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What does the long string -V1-AZ-D-2G-XP-16CF-WGP mean compared to PFXPW170AD23300G00?
is Pro-Face’s global factory part number code, whereas -V1-AZ-D-2G-XP-16CF-WGP is the descriptive option string defining the 19″ display size, 24V DC power, 2GB memory, Windows XP OS, 16GB CF card, and WinGP software bundle.
Q: Can I expand the memory or replace the 16GB CF card with a larger SSD?
Yes. The RAM can be expanded using standard industrial DDR3 SODIMM modules, and the 16GB CompactFlash card can be replaced or cloned onto a larger industrial CF card or SATA SSD if additional storage is needed for data logging.
Q: How do I load screen projects onto this unit?
Because this unit runs WinGP under Windows XP, you can transfer GP-Pro EX compiled .prx runtime files over the local Ethernet network, via USB memory stick, or directly through the GP-Pro EX transfer tool.
Q: What warranty covers your refurbished panel PCs?
Every pre-tested / unit is backed by a full 12-month direct replacement warranty.
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