Description
Honeywell MCP-1004
Technical Specifications
- Product type: DCS operator industrial keyboard
- Key type: Membrane industrial keys
- Keys: Function keys + alphanumeric
- Interface: PS/2 or USB
- Supply: USB/PS2 self-powered
- Panel: Oil and splash resistant
- Temperature: 0 °C to +50 °C
- Storage: -20 °C to +70 °C
- Humidity: 5 % to 90 %, non-condensing
- Installation: Console desktop or panel
- Compatibility: Honeywell TPS/Experion
Functional Features
- Industrial membrane keys, oil and dust resistant
- Dedicated function keys for quick picture calls
- Alarm acknowledge and confirm keys
- Trend, group, detail picture shortcuts
- Alphanumeric keys for tag entry
- Key legends for DCS functions
- USB/PS2 connection to operator station
- Splash-proof key panel
- Backlit keys
- Long console operation life
Application Scenarios
- Honeywell TPS central control room operator station
- Refinery DCS operator keyboard
- Petrochemical plant central console human operation
- Chemical DCS backup keyboard
- Experion station HMI
Materials and Construction
- Key panel: Polyester membrane keys
- Housing: ABS engineering plastic
- Circuit: Membrane switch PCB
- Cable: USB/PS2
- Non-slip pad: Rubber feet
Structural Features
- Flat desktop keyboard
- Key zones: Function, alphanumeric, edit
- Bottom rubber feet
- Cable exits rear
- Membrane sealed, no mechanical keys
- Compact desktop placement
Working Principle A key matrix scanner detects pressed keys and converts them to USB/PS2 keyboard protocol data sent over cable to the DCS operator station. The station maps dedicated function keys to picture calls, alarm acknowledgment, and confirmation. Alphanumeric keys enter tags and values. The membrane sealed panel prevents liquid ingress.
Installation Requirements
- Place on operator console
- Connect USB/PS2 cable to station
- Position for operator convenience
- Temperature 0 °C to +50 °C
- Avoid liquid spills
- Install Honeywell keyboard driver on station
Precautions
- Never press membrane keys with sharp hard objects
- Clean with a soft slightly damp cloth
- Do not use organic solvents
- Avoid pulling cable
- Store spares in dry environment
- Check cable connection on key failure




