LAUER PCS950C High‑Performance Process Control Station

Product Introduction

The LAUER PCS950C is a premium process control station designed for operator‑intensive applications requiring high computational power and superior display quality. It is the top‑tier model in LAUER’s PCS series, offering a 15‑inch screen with exceptional colour accuracy and a multi‑core processor capable of handling complex data visualisation, alarm management, and integrated video surveillance within a single platform.

Display and Graphics

The PCS950C features a 15.6‑inch TFT display with Full HD resolution (1920 x 1080) and IPS technology, providing wide viewing angles (178°/178°) and 16.7 million colours. The brightness is rated at 500 cd/m², with a 1200:1 contrast ratio. The screen is protected by a chemically‑strengthened glass with an anti‑glare coating and is optionally available with a projected capacitive touchscreen that supports up to 10 simultaneous touch points. The integrated Intel HD Graphics 620 accelerator ensures smooth rendering of 3D models and live video feeds.

Processor and Memory

At the core is an Intel Core i7‑7600U processor (2.8 GHz, up to 3.9 GHz) with 16 GB of DDR4 RAM (two SO‑DIMM slots, expandable to 32 GB). Storage is provided by a 512 GB NVMe SSD with read speeds up to 3000 MB/s. The system also includes a microSD card slot for additional storage or for data logging. The motherboard includes a hardware RAID 0/1 controller, allowing two M.2 SSDs to be configured for either performance or redundancy.

Connectivity and Peripheral Ports

• Network: 2x Gigabit Ethernet (Intel I219‑LM and I210‑AT) with wake‑on‑LAN

• USB: 4x USB 3.1 Gen 1, 2x USB 2.0 (internal header available)

• Serial: 2x RS‑232/422/485 (DB9), 1x RS‑232 (RJ45 for console)

• Video Output: 1x DisplayPort 1.2, 1x HDMI 1.4 (supports dual independent displays)

• Audio: 2x 3.5 mm jacks (output and microphone) with audio codec

• Fieldbus Options: Slot for Profibus, DeviceNet, or EtherCAT module (via mini‑PCIe)

• Power: 24 V DC (10‑36 V input range) with redundant power option (dual terminal blocks)

Mechanical and Environmental Specifications

• Housing: Zinc‑plated steel with powder coating, front IP65, rear IP20

• Dimensions: 420 mm x 320 mm x 70 mm (excluding mounting brackets)

• Weight: 5.5 kg

• Mounting: Panel‑mount with spring clamps, or VESA 75/100

• Operating Temperature: –5 °C to +55 °C (with industrial SSD)

• Storage Temperature: –20 °C to +70 °C

• Relative Humidity: 5 – 95 % (condensing allowed with conformal coating option)

System Software and Customization

The PCS950C is delivered with Windows 10 IoT Enterprise 2021 LTSC, fully licensed. LAUER provides a custom image that includes the ProVisIT runtime, diagnostic agents, and a secure boot environment. The system supports virtualization (Hyper‑V) for running multiple guest OS instances, enabling consolidation of HMI and control software on a single hardware platform. All drivers are signed and verified; the system is tested for compatibility with major SCADA packages (WinCC, iFIX, Citect, Ignition). A Linux‑based variant (with Ubuntu LTS) is also available on request.

Installation and Networking

For panel installation, cut the required opening and use the supplied clamping screws to secure the unit. For VESA mounting, use M4 screws of appropriate length. Connect the power supply (24 V DC) – the terminal block accepts 0.5‑2.5 mm² conductors. For network redundancy, connect both Ethernet ports to separate switches; the system supports failover and load‑balancing. After power‑on, the system will boot into the Out‑of‑Box Experience (OOBE) where you can set the language, time zone, and network configuration. The touchscreen calibration is automatic for capacitive screens; resistive variants require a manual 4‑point calibration.

Diagnostics and Life‑Cycle Management

The PCS950C includes a comprehensive system health monitoring function accessible via a dedicated dashboard. It reports temperatures, fan speeds (if optional active cooling is fitted), SSD wear level, and power supply voltages. The system logs all events (startup, shutdown, errors) into a non‑volatile memory. For predictive maintenance, the LAUER Service Tool can be installed to generate a report for remote support. Firmware updates (BIOS, EC) are available through the LAUER support portal and can be applied using a bootable USB drive. Regular backups of the system partition are recommended; the unit includes a one‑click recovery mechanism that restores the factory image without losing user data.

Spare Parts and Upgrades

All field‑replaceable components (RAM, SSD, CMOS battery, and cooling fan) are accessible via the bottom cover. Use only qualified parts listed in the maintenance manual. For performance upgrades, the memory can be increased to 32 GB and the SSD can be replaced with a larger capacity NVMe drive. The PCS950C is backward‑compatible with mounting cut‑outs used by the PCS850 series, making it a direct drop‑in replacement in existing installations. When ordering, specify the touchscreen type, operating system, and any additional fieldbus modules to ensure factory integration.