PPC-123 Pentium® III processor-based panel PC with 12" LCD flat panel display User’s Manual
Copyright This document is copyrighted, © 2002. All rights are reserved. The original manufacturer reserves the right to make improvements to the products described in this manual at any time without notice. No part of this manual may be reproduced, copied, translated or transmitted in any form or by any means without the prior written permission of the original manufacturer. Information provided in this manual is intended to be accurate and reliable.
FCC Class B This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference when the equipment is operated in a residential environment. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy. If not installed and used in accordance with this user's manual, it may cause harmful interference to radio communications.
Packing List Before you begin installing your card, please make sure that the following materials have been shipped: • PPC-123 series panel PC • User's manual • Accessories for PPC-123 - Y-shaped adapter for PS/2 mouse and keyboard - Power cord (1.
Additional Information and Assistance Step 1. Visit the Advantech web site at www.advantech.com where you can find the latest information about the product. Step 2. Contact your distributor, sales representative, or Advantech's customer service center for technical support if you need additional assistance.
Safety Instructions 1. Read these safety instructions carefully. 2. Keep this User's Manual for later reference. 3. Disconnect this equipment from any AC outlet before cleaning. Use a damp cloth. Do not use liquid or spray detergents for cleaning. 4. For plug-in equipment, the power outlet socket must be located near the equipment and must be easily accessible. 5. Keep this equipment away from humidity. 6. Put this equipment on a reliable surface during installation.
Wichtige Sicherheishinweise 1. Bitte lesen sie Sich diese Hinweise sorgfältig durch. 2. Heben Sie diese Anleitung für den späteren Gebrauch auf. 3. Vor jedem Reinigen ist das Gerät vom Stromnetz zu trennen. Verwenden Sie Keine Flüssig-oder Aerosolreiniger. Am besten dient ein angefeuchtetes Tuch zur Reinigung. 4. Die NetzanschluBsteckdose soll nahe dem Gerät angebracht und leicht zugänglich sein. 5. Das Gerät ist vor Feuchtigkeit zu schützen. 6.
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Content Chapter 1 General Information ........................................2 1.1 Introduction ....................................................................... 2 1.2 How to use this manual ..................................................... 4 1.3 1.4 Specifications .................................................................... 6 Dimensions...................................................................... 10 Figure 1.1:The panel PC in perspective..........................
3.8 3.9 3.10 3.11 3.12 3.13 3.14 3.15 Chapter Serial COM ports ............................................................ 32 VGA Port......................................................................... 33 Game Port........................................................................ 33 USB Ports........................................................................ 33 Audio Interface................................................................ 34 Ethernet ....................................
5.7 Wake on LAN select (JP2).............................................. 55 5.8 Internal -12 V Source Selection Setting (JP1) ................ 55 Table 5.8:Wake-on-LAN select (JP2) .......................... 55 Table 5.9:Internal -12 V source selection setting (JP1) 55 Chapter 6 VIA Chipset ....................................................58 6.1 6.2 Introduction ..................................................................... 58 Driver Installation ..........................................
.1 12.2 Award BIOS Setup.......................................................... 98 CMOS Setup Utility ........................................................ 98 12.2.1 Standard CMOS Setup.................................................. 99 Figure 12.1:Standard CMOS features........................... 99 Figure 12.2:Standard CMOS features......................... 100 12.3 12.4 12.5 12.6 12.7 12.8 12.9 12.10 12.11 12.12 12.13 Advanced BIOS Features ..............................................
Table D.9:Floppy drive connector (CN10)................. 140 D.10 EIDE Hard Disk Drive Connector (CN16) ................... 141 D.11 CD-ROM Connector (CN18) ........................................ 142 D.12 CPU Fan Power Connector (FAN1).............................. 143 D.13 Fan power connector (FAN2) ....................................... 143 D.14 PCI/ISA Bus Expansion Connector (SLOT1)............... 144 Table D.10:EIDE hard disk drive connector (CN16) . 141 Table D.
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CHAPTER 1 General Information This chapter gives background information on the PPC-123 panel PC.
Chapter 1 General Information 1.1 Introduction The PPC-123 panel PC is a multimedia Pentium® III processor-based computer that is designed to serve as a human machine interface (HMI) and as a desktop computer. It is a PC-based system with 12" color TFT LCD display, on-board PCI Ethernet controller, multi-COM port interfaces and a 16-bit stereo audio controller. With a built-in CD-ROM drive, floppy drive and PCMCIA expansion sockets, the PPC-123 is as compact and user-friendly as a notebook computer.
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1.2 How to use this manual This manual contains all the information you need to set up and use the panel PC. In addition to this manual, you may also want to consult the manuals for your operating system, software applications and peripherals. Whether you are a new or an experienced user, you will benefit more from this manual if you are familiar with its organization. This manual is divided into ten chapters, plus five appendices.
Appendix D includes all pin assignments on the connectors. Appendix E helps users install the panel PC, which is mountable in a variety of ways. If you are a commercial user and the panel PC unit you bought is a complete set with CPU, hard disk drive, SDRAM, CD-ROM drive, floppy disk drive and PCMCIA expansion slots included, you may only need to read Chapters 1 through 3 regarding hardware operation. For additional drivers and BIOS setup information, you should read Chapters 6 through 12.
1.3 Specifications General • Dimensions (W x H x D): 375 x 285 x 93.3 mm (14.7" x 11.2" x 3.7") • Weight: 5.2 kg (11.5 lb) • Power supply: AC model: 80 watts Input voltage: 100~250 VAC , 3 A max. @ 50 ~ 60 Hz Output voltage: +5 V @ 12 A, +12 V @ 1 A DC model: 60 watts Input voltage: 24 VDC , 5 A max or 12 VDC, 7 A max Output voltage: +5 V @ 10 A, +12 V @ 1 A • Cooling fan dimensions (L x W x H): Power fan: 40 x 40 x 10 mm (1.6" x 1.6" x 0.4") CPU fan: 60 x 60 x 10 mm (2.4" x 2.4" x 0.
• Parallel port: One parallel port, supports SPP/EPP/ECP parallel mode. BIOS configurable to LPT1, LPT2, LPT3 or disabled • Serial ports: Four serial ports with three RS-232 ports (COM1, 3, and 4), one RS-232/422/485 port (COM2). All ports are compatible with 16C550 UARTs • Universal serial bus (USB) port: Supports up to two USB ports • PCI/ISA bus expansion slot: Accepts either one ISA card or one PCI bus card • Watchdog timer: 62-level, interval 1 ~ 62 seconds.
• Cardbus controller: A PC card controller offers a single chip solution as a bridge between the PCI bus and the Cardbus • PCI bus interface: Complies with PCI Local Bus Specification 2.
Optional modules • CPU: Intel Celeron or Pentium III (Tualatin) or VIA C3 processor up to 1.26 GHz • Memory: 32/64/128/256/512/1024 MB SDRAM • HDD: 2.5" HDD • Touchscreen: Analog resistive, capacitive, or Surface Acoustic Wave • CD-ROM drive: Compact 24X CD-ROM or above • DVD-ROM drive: Compact 6X DVD-ROM or above • PCMCIA interface: Complies with 1995 PCMCIA card standard. Supports two PCMCIA card/CardBus slots. Two sockets support both a 16-bit PCMCIA card and a 32-bit CardBus simultaneously.
1.4 Dimensions Units: mm Figure 1.
CHAPTER 2 System Setup This chapter details system setup on the PPC-123 panel PC.
Chapter 2 System Setup 2.1 A Quick Tour of the Panel PC Before you start to set up the panel PC, take a moment to become familiar with the locations and purposes of the controls, drives, connectors and ports, which are illustrated in the figures below. When you place the panel PC upright on the desktop, its front panel appears as shown in Figure 2-1. Figure 2.
When you look at the left side of the panel PC, you will see the floppy disk drive, CD-ROM drive and PCMCIA expansion sockets, as shown in Fig. 2-2. FDD eject button FDD slot FDD activity light • • • • • • • • Compact CD-ROM drive CD-ROM activity light CD-ROM eject button PCMCIA socket PCMCIA eject button Figure 2.2: Left side view of the panel PC When you turn the panel PC around and look at its rear cover, you will find the PCI/ISA expansion slot located on the left side.
PCI expansion slot cover PS/2 mouse and keyboard connector • USB ports Ethernet jack Brightness adjust knob • •• ••• • • • • • • • • Line-out jack Line-in jack Microphone-in jack Parallel port jack Serial ports jack VGA port jack Game port jack Figure 2.3: Rear view of the panel PC Figure 2-4 shows the I/O section and power switch of the panel PC. Main power switch AC inlet •• Figure 2.
2.2 Preparing for First-time Use Before you start to set up the panel PC system, you should have at least the following items ready: • Power cord (in the accessory box) • Y-shaped connector (in the accessory box) • Keyboard • Mouse (for system software installation, i.e. Microsoft Windows NT, etc.) 2.3 Installation Procedures 2.3.1 Connecting the power cord The panel PC can only be powered by an AC electrical outlet (100 ~ 250 volts, 50 ~ 60 Hz).
2.3.2 Installing the DC power insulator with hood The panel PC can also be powered by DC electrical outlet (24 VDC or 12 VDC, which depends on the power type). Follow the procedure in order to install the DC power insulator with hood then make sure to connect the insulator with the system. 1. Connect the three contact pins individually to the negative and positive power cables of the power adaptor, as well as to the frame ground cable. Solder firmly. 2.
Pin 1 should go into the positive DC power input ( + ), pin 2 connects to the frame ground ( G ), and pin 3 should be plugged into the negative DC power input ( - ). 3. Mount the front part of the male insulator onto the bottom tray. 4. Use the metal plate and the two screws to secure the cables to the bottom tray. Please refer to the illustration above.
5. Attach the upper cap to the bottom tray and secure it with the screws. 6. Now that you have completed the assembly of the male insulator, plug it into the female insulator.
2.3.3 Connecting the keyboard and mouse 1. Connect the Y-shaped adapter to the PS/2 mouse and keyboard port on the I/O section of the panel PC. (See Fig. 2-6.) 2. Connect the PS/2 mouse and keyboard to the Y-shaped adapter. (See Fig. 2-6.) If you use a serial mouse and your panel PC has a touchscreen, you can connect the mouse to any COM port except COM4. • • Y-shaped adapter PS/2 mouse and keyboard port PS/2 mouse Keyboard Figure 2.6: Connecting the keyboard and mouse 2.3.
2.4 Running the BIOS Setup Program Your panel PC is likely to have been properly set up and configured by your dealer prior to delivery. You may still find it necessary to use the panel PC's BIOS (Basic Input-Output System) setup program to change system configuration information, such as the current date and time or your type of hard drive. The setup program is stored in read-only memory (ROM).
2.5 Installing System Software Recent releases of operating systems from major vendors include setup programs which load automatically and guide you through hard disk preparation and operating system installation. The guidelines below will help you determine the steps necessary to install your operating system on the panel PC hard drive. Note: Some distributors and system integrators may have already pre-installed system software prior to shipment of your panel PC.
2.6 Installing the Drivers After installing your system software, you will be able to set up the Ethernet, SVGA, audio, PCMCIA and touchscreen functions. All the drivers except the CD-ROM drive driver are stored in a CD-ROM disc entitled "Drivers and Utilities." The CD-ROM drive driver is stored in a floppy disk. Both the CD-ROM and the floppy disk can be found in your accessory box.
The various drivers and utilities in the CD-ROM disc have their own text files which help users install the drivers and understand their functions. These files are a very useful supplement to the information in this manual. Note: The drivers and utilities used for the PPC-123 panel PCs are subject to change without notice. If in doubt, check Advantech's website or contact our application engineers for the latest information regarding drivers and utlities.
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CHAPTER 3 Using the Panel PC This chapter details installing the PPCL126 panel PC hardware.
Chapter 3 Using the Panel PC 3.1 Introduction This chapter describes basic features and procedures for using the panel PC. Topics covered include the floppy drive, CD-ROM drive, I/O ports, touchscreen, and so on.. 3.2 Floppy drive To insert a floppy disk, hold it with your left hand, between your thumb and your other fingers, and push it toward the drive. (See Fig. 3-1.) 1. Note: Slide the disk until it clicks into place.
3.3 CD-ROM Drive To insert a CD-ROM disc, press the eject button of the CD-ROM drive. The yellow activity light will flash and the front panel will come out a short distance. Using your fingertips, hold the top and bottom of the front panel and pull it outward to the very end. (See Fig 3-2.) Align the center hole of the CD-ROM disc with the center circle of the CD-ROM holding plate. Press the transparent ring around the center hole of the CD-ROM until you hear a click.
3.4 PCMCIA PCMCIA cards are inserted and ejected in much the same way as diskettes. To insert a PCMCIA card, align the card with the socket and slide the card into the socket until it locks into place. Note that some PCMCIA memory cards must be prepared by your operating system before you can use them for data storage. See your PCMCIA card manual for details. To eject a PCMCIA card, first ensure that the panel PC is not accessing the memory card or device.
Network USB PS/2 keyboard mouse Printer Figure 3.4: I/O interface (excluding COM ports) CD Headphones Joystick CRT Serial monitor mouse Microphone Figure 3.
3.5 PS/2 Mouse and Keyboard If you wish to use a full-size desktop keyboard and PS/2 mouse with your panel PC, follow these instructions: 1. Be sure the panel PC is turned off. 2. Connect the Y-shaped adapter to the PS/2 mouse and keyboard port on the rear bottom side of the rear cover. (See Fig. 3-4 and Fig. 26.) 3. Attach the keyboard to the 5-pin port of the Y-shaped adapter. 4. Attach the PS/2 mouse to the 6-pin female PS/2 port of the Yshaped adapter. 5. Turn on the panel PC. 3.
PCI/ISA expansion slot cover • PCI/IAS bus card Metal plate • • Figure 3.
3.7 Parallel port The panel PC supports the latest EPP and ECP parallel port protocols for improved performance and versatility with compatible printers or other devices. To connect the panel PC to a printer or other devices: 1. Be sure both the panel PC and the printer/devices are turned off. 2. Connect the 25-pin male connector of the printer cable to the 25pin female port on the panel PC labelled "parallel port". 3.
3.9 VGA Port An external VGA-compatible device may be connected to the system through the 15-pin external port located on the rear of the system unit. The panel PC simultaneously supports an external CRT monitor in addition to its own LCD display. 1. Be sure the panel PC is turned off. 2. Connect the external monitor to the system. (See Fig. 3-5.) 3. Turn on the panel PC and the external monitor. 3.
3.12 Audio Interface The audio interface includes three jacks: microphone in, line out and line in. (See Fig. 3-5.) Their functions are: Microphone in: Use an external microphone to record voice and sound. Line out: Output audio to external devices such as speakers or earphones. Line in: Input audio from an external CD player or radio. 1. Connect the audio device to the system. (See Fig. 3-5.) 2. Install the driver before you use the device. 3.
3.15 Touchscreen (Optional) The touchscreen is connected to COM4. Its function is similar to that of a mouse. The only difference is that you put your fingertip on the screen to move the cursor. You will need to install the touchscreen driver before it will work. The touchscreen drivers for various operating systems are stored on the CDROM disc inside the accessory box. The touchscreen manual can also be found on this disc. Read Chapter 11 of this manual carefully before you install the driver.
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CHAPTER 4 Hardware Installation and Upgrade This chapter tells how to set up the panel PC hardware, including instructions on setting jumpers and connecting peripherals, switches and indicators. Be sure to read all the safety precautions before you begin the installation procedures. Sections include: • Jumpers and Connectors • Disassembling the Panel PC • Installing the 2.
Chapter 4 Hardware Installation and Upgrade 4.1 Jumpers and Connectors The panel PC consists of a PC-based computer that is housed in a plastic rear panel and a metal shielding case. Your HDD, SDRAM, power supply, CPU, and so on are all readily accessible by removing the rear panel and shielding case. Any maintenance or hardware upgrades can be easily completed after removing the rear panel and shielding case.
Plastic rear cover • • CPU fan PCI/ISA expansion PCB • • Side panel Figure 4.
4.3 Installing the 2.5" Hard Disk Drive (HDD) You can attach one enhanced Integrated Device Electronics (IDE) hard disk drive to the panel PC's internal controller which uses a PCI local-bus interface. The advanced IDE controller supports faster data transfer and allows the IDE hard drive to exceed 528 MB. The following are instructions for installation: 1. Detach and remove the plastic rear cover and side panel. 2.
4.4 Installing the Central Processing Unit (CPU) The panel PC's central processing unit (CPU) can be upgraded to improve system performance. The panel PC provides one 370-pin ZIF (Zero Insertion Force) socket (Socket 370). The CPU must come with an attached heat sink and CPU fan to prevent overheating. Warning! The CPU may be damaged if operated without a heat sink and a fan Caution! Always disconnect the power cord from your panel PC when you are working on it.
ing from the corner of the square array of pin holes. An arrowhead printed on the motherboard points to the end of the lever. (See Fig. 4-3 overleaf.) 9. Slide the CPU in gently. It should insert easily. If not, pull the lever up a little more and make sure the pins of the CPU correspond with the holes of the socket. DO NOT USE EXCESSIVE FORCE! 10. Press the lever down. The plate will slide across slightly. 11. Place the heat sink on top of the CPU and fasten it with the heat sink clip (shown in Fig.
• • CPU fan Heat sink clip • Heat sink • CPU • Lever • Socket 370 Figure 4.
4.5 Installing the SDRAM Memory Module You can install from 32 to 1024 MB of SDRAM memory. The panel PC system provides two 168-pin DIMM (Dual Inline Memory Module) socket and supports 3.3 V SDRAM with a minimum speed of 12 ns. Note: The module can fit into the socket only one way. Pin 1 of the DIMM module must line up with the small arrowhead printed on the motherboard next to the DIMM socket. The golden pins of the module must point down into the DIMM socket. 1.
4.6 Installing FDD and Slim CD-ROM Drive Installation of a floppy disk drive and slim CD-ROM drive is similar to that for a hard disk drive. The metal plate for holding the FDD and the CD-ROM support bracket are on the left side of the shielding case. The 26-pin and 40-pin yellow FPC cables are for connecting the FDD and CD-ROM respectively. Only 3.5" floppy disk drives (720 KB and 1.44 MB) and slim CD-ROM drives can be attached to the metal plate and CD-ROM support bracket. 1.
3.5” floppy drive A A Metal plate • Figure 4.
CHAPTER 5 Jumper Settings and Connectors This chapter tells how to set up the panel PC hardware, including instructions on setting jumpers and connecting peripherals, switches and indicators. Be sure to read all the safety precautions before you begin the installation procedures.
Chapter 5 Jumper Settings & Connectors 5.1 Jumpers and Connectors 5.1.1 Setting jumpers You can configure your panel PC to match the needs of your application by setting jumpers. A jumper is the simplest kind of electrical switch. It consists of two metal pins and a small metal clip (often protected by a plastic cover) that slides over the pins to connect them. To “close” a jumper, you connect the pins with the clip. To “open” a jumper you remove the clip.
5.1.2 Jumpers and switch The motherboard of the PPC-123 has a number of jumpers that allow you to configure your system to suit your applications. The table below lists the function of each of the board’s jumpers. Table 5.1: Jumpers and their functions Label Function JP1 Internal -12 V source selection setting JP2 LAN power type selection JP3 Watchdog timer action JP4 CMOS clear JP5 COM1/COM2/COM3/COM4 pin 9 output type setting JP6 COM2 RS-232/422/485 setting SW1 Panel type setting 5.1.
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5.2 CPU Installation You can install an Intel® Pentium® III or Celeron™ CPU without setting any frequency ratio or voltage. Warning! To avoid damaging the computer, always turn off the power supply before setting “Clear CMOS”. Set the jumper back to “Normal operation” before turning on the power supply. 5.3 CMOS Clear for External RTC (JP4) This jumper is used to erase CMOS data and reset system BIOS information. The procedure for clearing CMOS is: 1. Turn off system. 2. Short pin 2 and pin 3. 3.
5.4 COM-port interface (JP5, JP6) The panel PC provides four serial ports (COM1, 3, 4: RS-232; COM2: RS-232/422/485) in one COM port connector. 5.4.1 COM2 RS-232/422/485 setting (JP6) COM2 can be configured to operate in RS-232, RS-422, or RS-485 mode. This is done via JP6. Table 5.
COM1 and COM2 are one set. You can exchange the address range and interrupt IRQ of COM1 for the address range and interrupt IRQ of COM2. After exchanging, COM1's address range is 3F8 ~ 3FF and its request IRQ is IRQ4: and COM2's address range is 2F8 ~ 2FF and its interrupt IRQ is IRQ3. COM3 and COM4 are another set. Their selectable function is the same as the COM1/COM2 set. Table 5.
5.5 VGA interface The panel PC's AGP VGA interface can drive conventional CRT displays. It is also capable of driving a wide range of flat panel displays, including electroluminescent (EL), gas plasma, passive LCD and active LCD displays. 5.5.1 LCD panel power setting The panel PC's AGP SVGA interface supports 5 V and 3.3 V LCD displays. The LCD cable already has a built-in default setting. You do not need to adjust any jumper or switch to select the panel power. 5.
5.7 Wake on LAN select (JP2) The PPC-123 provides Wake-on LAN function when ATX power is used. To enable Wake-on LAN function, the JP2 should be set as shown below: Table 5.8: Wake-on-LAN select (JP2) *Normal Power Wake-on-LAN * default setting 5.8 Internal -12 V Source Selection Setting (JP1) The panel PC provides an internal -12 V source in an expansion slot, available for various expansion card applications. Table 5.
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CHAPTER 6 VIA Chipset This chapter provides information on VIA chipset configuration.
Chapter 6 VIA Chipset 6.1 Introduction The PPC-123 uses the chipset PN133T (codename: Twister) from VIA Technologies, Inc., built-in high performance 2D/3D Savage4 graphics, flexible 66/100/133MHz system bus settings, support for PC100/133 SDRAM and multiple power saving modes make the VIA PN133 the ideal integrated SMA chipset for the Intel Pentium® III, Intel® Celeron. and VIA C3 processor.
6.2.1 Installation for Windows 98/NT/2000/ME/XP 1. a. Select "Start", "Run”. b. Enter the driver path "D:\PPC-123&153\VIA4in1\setup.exe". c. Click “OK”. 2. a. Press "Next" to continue the installation.
3. a. Press "Yes" to accept the agreement." 4.
5. Click “Next” 6. a.
7. Click “Next”. 8. Click “Next”.
9. Click "Finish" to reboot the system. 6.3 Further Information For further information about the AGP/VGA installation in your PPC123, including driver updates, troubleshooting guides and FAQ lists, visit the following web resources: VIA website: www.via.com.tw Advantech websites: www.advantech.com www.advantech.com.
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CHAPTER 7 PCI Bus Ethernet Interface This chapter provides information on Ethernet configuration.
Chapter 7 PCI Bus Ethernet Interface 7.1 Introduction The PPC-123 is equipped with a high performance 32-bit Ethernet chipset, which is fully compliant with IEEE 802.3 100 Mbps CSMA/CD standards. It is supported by major network operating systems. It is also both 100Base-T and 10Base-T compatible. The Ethernet port provides a standard RJ-45 jack. The network boot feature can be utilized by incorporating the boot ROM image files for the appropriate network operating system.
7.2.1 Installation for Windows 98/NT/ME/2000 1. a. Select "Start", "Run" b. Enter the path, "D:\PPC-123&153\LAN" c. Click "OK" 2. a. Click "Next".
3. a. Select "Search for the best driver for your device. (Recommended)" b. Click "Next" 4. a.
5. a. Click "Next" 6. a. Click "Next" 7. a. Type the path "D:\PPC-123&153\LAN\Win98" b.
Note: 1. Installation for Windows 95, please type the path "D:\PPC-123&153\LAN\Win95" 2. Installation for Windows 95osr2, please type the path "D:\PPC-123&153\LAN\Win95osr2" 3. Installation for Windows ME, please type the path "D:\PPC-123&153\LAN\Winme" 4. Installation for Windows NT/2000, please type the path "D:\PPC-123&153\LAN\Win2000" 5. Installation for Windows XP, please type the path "D:\PPC-123&153\LAN\Winxp" 8. Click "Finish" 7.3 Further Information Realtek website: www.realtek.com.
CHAPTER 8 2 VGA Setup This chapter provides information on the VGA setup.
Chapter 8 VGA Setup 8.1 Introduction The PPC-123 has an onboard AGP flat panel/VGA interface. The specifications and features are described as follows: 8.1.1 Chipset The PPC-123 uses a VIA Twister 8606T chipset from VIA Technology Inc. for its controller. It supports many popular LCD, and LVDS LCD displays and conventional analog CRT monitors. The VIA8606T VGA BIOS supports color TFT and DSTN LCD flat panel displays.
8.2 Installation of the VGA Driver Complete the following steps to install the VGA driver. Follow the procedures in the flow chart that apply to the operating system that you are using within your PPC-123. 8.2.1 Installation for Windows 95/98/ME 1. a. Select "Start", "Run" b. Enter the path "D:\PPC-123&153\VGA\Win9X_Me” Notes: 1. Installation for Windows 2000, please Type the path "D:\VGA\Win2000\Setup.exe" 2. Installation for Windows XP, please Type the path "D:\VGA\WinXP\Setup.
2. a. Click "Next" 3.
4. Click "Finish" to reboot 8.2.2 Installation for Windows NT 1. From "Start", select the "Settings group", then click on the "Control Panel" icon. 2. In the "Control Panel", double click on the "Display" icon. 3. In the "Settings" screen, click on the "Display Type..." button. 4. From the "Display Type" screen, and in the "Adapter Type" section, click on the "Change..." button. 5. In the "Change Display" screen, click on the "Have Disk..." button. 6.
13. Back at the "Display Properties" window, click on the "Close" button. 14. When you see the "System Settings Change" window, asking if you wish to restart your computer, click on the "Yes" window to reboot now. 8.3 Further Information For further information about the AGP/VGA installation in your PPC123, including driver updates, troubleshooting guides and FAQ lists, visit the following web resources: VIA website: www.via.com.tw Advantech websites: www.advantech.com www.advantech.com.
CHAPTER 9 Audio Setup This chapter provides information on the Audio setup.
Chapter 9 Audio Setup 9.1 Introduction The PPC-123's on-board audio interface provides high-quality stereo sound and FM music synthesis (ESFM) by using the VIA VT82C686 audio controller from VIA. The audio interface can record, compress, and play back voice, sound, and music with built-in mixer control. The PPC-123 on board audio interface also supports the Plug and Play (PnP) standard and provides PnP configuration for the audio, FM, and MPU-104 logical devices.
9.2.1 Installation for Windows 98/ME/2000/XP 1. a. Select "Start", "Run" b. Enter the path: "F:\PPC-123&153\Audio\Win98_ME_2000__XP\Setup.exe" Notes: 1. Installation for Windows 95, please Type the path "F:\PPC-123&153\Audio\Win95\Setup.exe" 2. Installation for Windows NT, please Type the path "F:\PPC-123&153\Audio\WinNT\Setup.exe" 2.
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CHAPTER 10 PCMCIA Sections include: • Introduction • Installation of PCMCIA driver for Windows 95
Chapter 10 PCMCIA 10.1 Introduction The PPC-123 is equipped with a high performance PCMCIA interface which complies with the 1995 PCMCIA card standard by using the RICOH Cardbus controller. The panel PC supports two PCMCIA card/ cardbus slots. Two sockets support both a 16-bit PCMCIA card and a 32bit Cardbus simultaneously, with hot insertion and removal. 10.2 Installation of PCMCIA Driver The PCMCIA driver for Windows 95 is included in the "Drivers and Utilities" CD-ROM included with your PPC-123.
10.2.1 Installation for Windows 95 1. a. In "Start", "Run", type the path: "D:\PPC-123&153\Cardbus\win95osr2\Setup.exe" 2. a. Click "Next" to continue the installation.
3. a. Click "Yes". 4. Click "Finish" to reboot the system.
CHAPTER 11 Touchscreen Sections include: • Introduction • Installation of Driver for Resistive or SAW Touchscreen - for Windows 95 - for Windows 98 - for Windows NT - for Windows 2000 - for Windows ME • Installation of Driver for Capacitive Touchscreen - for Windows 95/98/NT
Chapter 11 Touchscreen 11.1 Introduction 11.1.1 General information The PPC-123's optional touchscreen incorporates advanced second-generation 5-wire resistive, impact-resistant capacitive, or surface acoustic wave (SAW) technology. They allow 75%, 85%, and 91% light transmission respectively. The resistive and capacitive models have an antiglare surface, but the SAW model does not. All models provide greatly enhanced visual resolution. They also have new improved scratch-resistant features.
11.1.2 General specifications Please refer to Chapter 1, Section 1.3 of this manual. 11.1.
11.2 Driver for Resistive or SAW Touchscreen The touchscreen driver for Windows 95/98 contains a native, 32-bit driver and a 32-bit control panel program for the PPC-123 system. To facilitate installation of the touchscreen driver, you should read the instructions in this section carefully before you attempt installation. Important: 1. The following windows illustrations are examples only. You must follow the flow chart instructions and pay attention to the instructions which then appear on your screen.
Notes: 1. Installation for Windows NT, please type the path "D:\PPC-123&153\TouchScreen\Elotouch\WinNT\SetupElo.exe" 2. Installation for Windows 2000, please type the path "D:\PPC-123&153\TouchScreen\Elotouch\W2K\SetupElo.exe" 3. Installation for Windows XP, please type the path "D:\PPC-123&153\TouchScreen\Elotouch\WinXP\SetupElo.exe" 2. a. Click "Yes".
3. a. Select the "Smart serial Controller on COM4" item. b. Press the "OK" button. 4. a. Click the "Yes" button to restart your computer.
5. a. Touch targets to calibrate the touchscreen controller. Note: If you install Elotouch driver under Windows 2000, and find that the USB device might not work properly due to the incompatibility of Elotouch driver. The following is the solution from Elo: Windows 2000: ConectMultiplePorts registry key If the ConnectMultiplePorts registry key is set to 1, USB devices may not work on the system.
Parameters ConnectMultiplePorts Double-click the ConnectMultiplePorts text to edit the value, then close the registry editor and reboot the system. For more information, please visit: http://www.elotouch.com/support/webtech/eftw2kmultipleports.asp 11.3 Installation of Driver for Capacitive Touchscreen To facilitate installation of the touchscreen driver, you should read the instructions in this chapter carefully before you attempt installation.
11.3.1 .Installation for 95/98/NT/XP 1. a. Select "Start" button, and then "Run". b. Type the path "F:\PPC-123&153\TouchScreen\Microtouch\Tware563\Setup.exe" c. Click “OK”.. 2. a. Follow the installation instructions, and click on "Next".
3. a. If you accept the terms of the License Agreement, click on "Yes”. 4. a. Select the Serial [Default] controller. b.
5. a. Select the "Express Install..." item. b. Click “Next” 6. a. Select the "Yes, ...
7. a. Click on "Calibrate" to calibrate the touchscreen. b. Touch the "target point" for a moment, until the next "Touch enable" message appears. Then touch the next "target point” 8. a. Click on "Done" to save the calibration data.
CHAPTER 12 Award BIOS Setup This chapter describes how to set BIOS configuration data
Chapter 12 Award BIOS Setup 12.1 Award BIOS Setup The PPC-123 comes with an Award BIOS chip that contains the ROM setup for your system. This chip serves as an interface between the processor and the rest of the mainboard's components. This chapter explains the information contained in the setup program and tells you how to modify the settings according to your system configuration. Some setup items will not be explained, because it is recommended that users do not change such items.
Standard CMOS Features Advanced BIOS Features Advanced Chipset Features Integrated Peripherals Power Management Setup PnP/PCI Configurations Frequency/Voltage Control Load Optimized Defaults Set Password Save & Exit Setup Exit without Saving Esc : Quit F10 : Save & Exit Setup ↑↓→← : Select Item Time, Date, hard disk Type… 12.2.1 Standard CMOS Setup Standard CMOS Setup records some basic system hardware configuration and sets the system clock and error handling.
2. Use one of the arrow keys to move between options and modify the selected options by using PgUp / PgDn / + / - keys. Date (mm:dd:yy) The BIOS determines the day of the week from the other date information. This field is for information only. Press the left or right arrow key to move to the desired field (date, month, year). Press the PgUp or PgDn key to increment the setting, or type the desired value into the field. Time (hh:mm:ss) The time format is based on the 24-hour military-time clock.
Drive A / Drive B Select this field to the type(s) of floppy disk drive(s) installed in your system. The choices are: 360 KB, 5.25 in; 1.2 MB, 5.25 in; 720 KB, 3.5 in; 1.44 MB, 3.5 in; 2.88 MB, 3.5 in; None. Video Select the type of primary video subsystem in your computer. The BIOS usually detects the correct video type automatically. The BIOS supports a secondary video subsystem, but you do not select it in setup.
Base Memory Typically 640KB. Also called conventional memory. The DOS operating system and conventional applications use this area. Extended Memory Above the 1MB boundary. Early IBM personal computers could not use memory above 1MB, but current PCs and their software can use extended memory. Total Memory This option shows system memory capacity. 3. Press to return to the Main Menu when you finish setting up all items. 12.
Virus Warning CPU Internal Cache External Cache CPU L2 Cache ECC Checking Processor Number Feature Quick Power On Self Test First Boot Device Second Boot Device Third Boot Device Boot Other Device Swap Floppy Drive Boot Up Floppy Seek Boot Up NumLock Status Gate A20 Option Typematic Rate Setting Typematic Rate (Chars/Sec) Typematic Delay (Msec) Security Option PS/2 Mouse Function OS Select For DRAM > 64MB Reports No FDD For Win95 Video BIOS Shadow C8000-CBFFF Shadow CC000-CFFFF Shadow D0000-D3FFF Shadow D40
CPU Internal Cache/External Cache Cache memory is additional memory that is much faster than conventional DRAM (system memory). CPUs from 486-type up contain internal cache memory, and most, but not all, modern PCs have additional (external) cache memory. When the CPU requests data, the system transfers the requested data from the main DRAM into cache memory, for faster access by the CPU.
Gate A20 Option Gate A20 refers to the way the system addresses memory above 1 MB (extended memory). When set to Fast, the system chipset controls Gate A20. When set to Normal, a pin in the keyboard controller controls Gate A20. Setting Gate A20 to Fast improves system speed, particularly with OS/2 and Windows. Typematic Rate Setting When Disabled, the following two items (Typematic Rate and Typematic Delay) are irrelevant. Keystroke repeats at a rate determined by the keyboard controller in your system.
C8000-CBFFF to DC000-DFFFF Shadow These options are used to shadow other expansion card ROMs. Small Logo (EPA) show 3. Press to return to the Main Menu when you finish setting up all items. 12.4 Advanced Chipset Features Advanced Chipset Features is used to modify the values of chipset buffers. These buffers control the system options. Run the Advanced Chipset Features as follows: 1. Choose “Advanced Chipset Features” from the Main Menu and a list of options will appear.
When this item is Enabled, DRAM Timing is set by SPD. SPD (Serial Presence Detect) is located on the memory modules, BIOS reads information coded in SPD during system boot up. DRAM Clock This item allows you to control the DRAM speed. The choices are : Host Clock, HCLK+33M. SDRAM Cycle Length Select CAS latency time in HCLKs of 2 or 3. The system designer already set the values. Do not change the default value unless you change specifications of the installed DRAM or the installed CPU.
This item allows you to enable AGP-4X mode. The choices are: Disabled, Enabled AGP Driving Control This item allows you to adjust the AGP driving force. Choose Manual to key in a AGP Driving Value in the next selection. This field is recommended to set in Auto for avoiding any error in your system. The choice: Manual, Auto. AGP Driving Value This item allows you to adjust the AGP driving force. The choice: Min=0000 ~ Max=00FF. Boot Device Select This item allows you to select your boot display device.
When Enabled, every write transaction goes to the write buffer. Bursting transactions then burst on the PCI bus and non-bursting transactions don’t. The choices: Enabled; Disabled. PCI Delay Transaction Leave this field at default. The choice: Enabled, Disabled. PCI Master 0 WS Write When Enabled, writes to the PCI bus are executed with zero wait states. The choice: Enabled, Disabled. PCI # 2 Access # 1 Retry Leave this field at default. The choice: Enabled, Disabled(default).
On-Chip IDE Channel 0 On-Chip IDE Channel 1 IDE Prefetch Mode Primary Master PIO Primary Slave PIO Secondary Master PIO Secondary Slave PIO Primary Master UDMA Primary Slave UDMA Secondary Master UDMA Secondary Slave UDMA Init Display First IDE HDD Block Mode Onboard FDD Controller Onboard Serial Port 1 Onboard Serial Port 2 UART 2 Mode IR Function Duplex TX, RX inverting enable Onboard Parallel Port Onboard Parallel Mode ECP Mode Use DMA Parallel Port EPP Type Onboard Serial Port 3 Serial Port 3 use IRQ On
Primary Master / Slave PIO & Secondary Master / Slave PIO Choose Auto or Mode 0~4. The BIOS will detect the HDD mode type automatically when you choose Auto. You need to set to a lower mode than Auto when your hard disk becomes unstable. The choices: Auto; Mode 0; Mode 1; Mode 2; Mode 3; Mode 4.
IR Function Duplex This item allows you to select the IR half / full duplex function. The choices: Half; Full. TX, RX inverting enable This item allows you to enable the TX, RX inverting which depends on different H/W requirement. This field is not recommended to change its default setting. The choices: “No, No”; “No, Yes”; “Yes, No”; “Yes, Yes”. Onboard Parallel Port Select a logical LPT port name and matching address for the physical parallel (printer) port.
12.6 Power Management Setup POWER MANAGEMENT SETUP allows you to set the system’s power saving functions. Run the POWER MANAGEMENT SETUP as follows: 1. Choose“Integrated Peripherals”from the Main Menu and a list of options will appear. 2. Use one of the arrow keys to move between options and modify the selected options by using PgUp / PgDn / + / - keys.
• Power Management: This option allows you to select the type (or degree) of power saving for Doze, Standby, and Suspend modes. This table describes the power management modes for your reference: Max Saving User Define Min Saving Maximum power savings. Only Available for SL CPUs. Inactivity period is 1 minute in each mode. Set each mode individually. Select time-out period in the section for each mode stated below. Minimum power savings. Inactivity period is 1 hour in each mode (except the hard drive).
MODEM Use IRQ This determines the IRQ which the MODEM can use. The choices: 3; 4; 5; 7; 9; 10; 11; NA. Soft-Off by PWRBTN When Enabled, turning the system off with the on/ off button places the system in a very low-powerusage state, with only enough circuitry receiving power to detect power button activity or Resume by Ring activity. WAKE UP EVENTS When this option is chosen, the following item appears for user’s configuration.
IRQ-3 (COM2) IRQ-4 (COM1) IRQ-5 (LPT2) IRQ-6 (Floppy Disk) IRQ-7 (LPT1) IRQ-8 (RTC Alarm) IRQ-9 (IRQ2 Redir) IRQ-10 (Reserved) IRQ-11 (Reserved) IRQ-12 (PS/2 Mouse) IRQ 13 (Coprocessor) IRQ 14 (Hard Disk) IRQ 15 (Reserved) 3. Enabled Enabled Enabled Enabled Enabled Disabled Disabled Disabled Disabled Enabled Disabled Enabled Disabled Item Help Menu Level Press to return to the Main Menu when you finish setting up all items. 12.
PNP OS Installed Select Yes if the system operating environment is Plug-and-Play aware (e.g. Windows 95). Note: BIOS will automatically disable all PnP resources except the boot device card when you select Yes on Non-PnP operating system. Reset Configuration Data Normally, you leave this Disabled.
PCI/VGA Palette Snoop This option allows the BIOS to preview VGA status, and to modify the information delivered from the feature Connector of the VGA card to MPEG card. This option can solve the display inversion to black after you have used MPEG card. Assign IRQ for VGA Select Enabled if you system has a VGA controller and you have one or more USB devices connected. If you are not using your system’s VGA controller, select Disabled to free the IRQ resource.
Current CPU FAN2 Speed Shows current CPUFAN2 speed. The fan must provide rotary pulse. (Normally these types of fan have a three-wire connector) Vcore/2.5V/3.3V/5V/1.2V Shows power supply actual voltage value. 12.9 Frequency/Voltage Control Run the Frequency/Voltage Control as follows: 1. Choose“Frequency/Voltage Control”from the Main Menu and a list of options will appear. 2. Use one of the arrow keys to move between options and modify the selected options by using PgUp / PgDn / + / - keys.
12.10 Load Optimized Defaults When you press on this item, you will get a confirmation dialog box with a message similar to: “ Load Optimized Defaults (Y/N) ? N ” “Y” is for “Yes”, and “N” is for “No”. Pressing “Y” loads the BIOS default values that are factor settings for optimal performance of system operations. 12.11 Set Password These option allows you to set your system passwords. The way to set up the password is as follows: 1. Choose “Change Password” in the Main Menu and press .
12.12 Save & Exit Setup Save & Exit Setup allows you to save all modifications you have specified into the CMOS memory. Highlight this option on the Main Menu and the following message appears: “Save to CMOS and Exit (Y/N) ? Y “ “Y” is for “Yes”, and “N” is for “No”. Press key to save the configuration changes. 12.13 Exit Without Saving Exit Without Saving option allows you to exit the Setup Utility without saving the modifications that you have specified.
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Appendix A LCD Specifications and Selection Settings
Appendix A LCD Specifications A.1 PPC-123T LCD Specifications Display type: 12” TFT LCD Max. resolution: 800 x 600 Colors: 256 K Dot size (mm): 0.33 x 0.33 Viewing angle: 100° Luminance: 200 cd/m2 or above Temperature: 0 ~ 50° C *VR control: Brightness Simultaneous mode: Yes LCD MTBF: 50,000 hours Backlight MTBF: 25,000 hours * The VR control knob is located in the I/O section on the rear side of the panel PC. Note: The color LCD display installed in the panel PC is high-quality and reliable.
Appendix B Programming the Watchdog Timer The PPC-123 is equipped with a watchdog timer that resets the CPU or generates an interrupt if processing comes to a standstill for any reason. This feature ensures system reliability in industrial standalone or unmanned environments.
Appendix B Programming the Watchdog Timer B.1 Programming the Watchdog Timer To program the watchdog timer, you must write a program which writes I/ O port address 443 (hex). The output data is a time interval value. The value range is from 01 (hex) to 3E (hex), and the related time interval is from 1 sec. to 62 sec. Data Time Interval 01 1 sec. 02 2 sec. 03 3 sec. 04 4 sec. • • • • • • 3E 62 sec.
The following example shows how you might program the watchdog timer in BASIC: 10 REM Watchdog timer example program 20 OUT &H443, data REM Start and restart the watchdog 30 GOSUB 1000 REM Your application task #1, 40 OUT &H443, data REM Reset the timer 50 GOSUB 2000 REM Your application task #2, 60 OUT &H443, data REM Reset the timer 70 X=INP (&H443) REM, Disable the watchdog timer 80 END 1000 REM Subroutine #1, your application task • • • • • • 1070 RETURN 2000 REM Subroutine #2, you
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Appendix Full Disassembly Procedures C
Appendix C Full Disassembly Procedures If you want to completely disassemble the panel PC, follow the step-bystep procedures below. Users should be aware that Advantech Co., Ltd. takes no responsibility whatsoever for any problems or damage caused by the user disassembly of the panel PC. Make sure the power cord of the panel PC is unplugged before you start disassembly.
Step 1 & Step 2 Step 4 Step 3 Figure C.
5. Unscrew the fourteen screws of the I/O bracket with a hexagonal screwdriver. The EMI protection cover lies below the I/O bracket. You can now remove both the bracket and the cover from the I/O ports. 6. Detach the flat cables of the LCD inverter, touchscreen and LCD from the motherboard. You can remove the motherboard from the plastic housing. Step 5 I/O bracket EMI protection Motherboard Step 6 Figure C.
7. Unscrew the four screws on the power supply board. The power supply board can be detached from the plastic housing after unplugging the cables from the motherboard. 8. Detach the LCD holding plate and LCD by unscrewing the four screws at the bottom. The LCD inverter can also be detached by unscrewing the three screws at the bottom. 9. Detach the cables of the LCD, touchscreen, LCD inverter and speakerfrom the holes of the holding plate. 10. Detach the touchscreen by removing it from the LCD.
Power supply Step 7 Step 8 Backplane plate Step 9 LCD Step 10 Touchscreen Step 11 Front panel Figure C.
Appendix D I/O Pin Assignments • AT Power Connector (J1) • TV Output Connector (J11) (*Reserved) • Inverter Power Connector (J4) • Internal Speaker Connector (J6) (Reserved) • Front Panel Control Connector (J8) (Reserved) • IR Connector (J9) (Reserved) • Flat Panel Display Connector (CN2) • Flat Panel Display Connector (CN3) • Floppy Drive Connector (CN10) • EIDE Hard Disk Drive Connector (CN16) • CD-ROM Connector (CN18) • CPU Fan Power Connector (FAN1) • System Fan Power Connector (FAN2) • PCI/ISA Expans
Appendix D Pin Assignments D.1 AT Power connector (J1)) Table D.1: Table D-1: AT power connector (J1) Pin Signal 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 PS_NO # +5 VSB +12 V -12 V GND GND GND GND -5 V +5 V +5 V +5 V 12 1 D.2 TV Output Connector (J11) (*Reserved) Table D.
D.3 Inverter Power Connector (J4) Table D.3: Inverter power connector (J4) Pin 1 2 3 4 5 1 Signal +12 V GND ENABKL Brightness Adj. +5 V 2 3 4 5 D.4 Internal Speaker Connector (J6) (*Reserved) 1 2 3 4 Table D.4: Internal speaker connector (J6) Pin 1 2 3 4 Signal Speaker out_R Speaker out_R + Speaker out_L + Speaker out_L - D.5 Front Panel Control Connector (J8) (*Reserved) Table D.
D.6 IR Connector (J9) (*Reserved) 1 2 3 4 5 6 5 Table D.6: IR connector (J9) (Reserved) Pin 1 2 3 4 5 4 Signal VCC NC IR_IN GND IR_OUT 3 2 1 D.7 Flat Panel Display Connector (CN2) Table D.
D.8 Flat Panel Display Connector (CN3) Table D.
D.9 Floppy Drive Connector (CN10) Table D.
D.10 EIDE Hard Disk Drive Connector (CN16) 43 41 3 1 44 42 4 2 1 Table D.
D.11 CD-ROM Connector (CN18) Table D.
D.12 CPU Fan Power Connector (FAN1) 1 2 3 Table D.12: CPU fan power connector (FAN1) Pin 1 2 3 1 21 2 22 19 39 20 40 Signal GND +12 V FAN_DET D.14 System Fan Power Connector (FAN2) D.13 Fan power connector (FAN2) 3 2 1 Table D.
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Table D.17: PCI/ISA pin assignments (Pins G & H) Pin G1 G2 G3 G4 G5 G6 G7 G8 G9 G10 G11 G12 G13 G14 G15 G16 G17 G18 G19 Signal ----CBE1 PAR GND --GND AD13 AD11 AD9 CBEO AD6 AD4 AD2 --VCC VCC GND GND Pin H1 H2 H3 H4 H5 H6 H7 H8 H9 H10 H11 H12 H13 H14 H15 H16 H17 H18 H19 Signal SERR AD15 AD14 AD12 GND --GND AD10 AD8 AD7 AD5 AD3 AD1 AD0 --+5V +5V GND GND D.15 Touchscreen Connector (CN23) Table D.18: Internal COM4 and PS/2 Conn.
D.16 COM1 RS-232 serial port (CN11) Table D.19: COM1 RS-232 serial port (CN11) Pin Signal Pin Signal 1 3 5 7 9 DCD TxD GND RTS RI (RI/+5V/+12V 2 4 6 8 RXD DTR DSR CTS D.17 COM2 (CN12) Table D.
D.18 COM3 RS-232 serial port (CN13) 1 2 3 4 Table D.21: COM3 RS-232 serial port (CN13) Pin Signal Pin Signal 1 3 5 7 9 DCD TxD GND RTS RI (RI/+5V/+12V 2 4 6 8 RXD DTR DSR CTS D.19 COM4 RS-232 serial port (CN14) Table D.
D.20 Keyboard & PS/2 Mouse connector (CN22) Pin 6 Pin 5 Pin 4 Pin 3 Pin 2 Pin 1 Table D.23: COM1 RS-232 serial port (CN14) Pin Signal Pin Signal 1 3 5 KB-DAT GND KB-CLK 2 4 6 MS-DAT +5 V MS-CLK D.21 Parallel port (CN9) 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 Table D.
D.22 Keyboard & PS/2 Mouse connector (CN22) Table D.
Appendix E Mounting Instructions • Introduction • Panel Mounting • Desktop Stand Mounting • Swingarm Stand Mounting
Appendix E Pin Assignments E.1 Introduction The PPC-123 can be placed as is on a shelf or table, mounted into a panel, or mounted on a customized swingarm or desktop stand. E.2 Panel Mounting E.2.1 Introduction Panel mounting can help system integrators conveniently integrate the panel PC into their system. To construct a suitable panel, refer to the following cutout dimensions diagram. Note : The panel thickness should not exceed 10 mm. Figure E.
E.2.2 Installation procedure To mount the PPC-123 into a panel: 1. Remove the front panel. There are ten holes located along the four sides of the panel PC. 2. Insert the screws from the front side into the holes and tighten them with the nuts provided. (See Fig. E-2) 3. Put the front panel back and make sure it stable. Note : The panel thickness should not exceed 10 mm. Figure E.
E.2.3 Cut-out area Refer to Figure E-3 below for the locations and dimensions of the cut-out area and mounting holes. Figure E.
E.3 Desktop Stand Mounting The PPC-123 has a customized stand suitable for desktops and other horizontal locations. A unique spring inside the stand enables the panel PC’s vertical tilt to be adjusted about 30 degrees. The stand is available from Advantech Co. Follow these procedures to set up the stand: 1. Remove the rear cover of the panel PC by unscrewing the seven screws. 2. Attach the holding plate of the stand to the inside of the rear cover of the panel PC using the five screws provided. (See Fig.
Rear cover of panel PC • • Holding plate • Top cover • Main body • Rear cover • Cap • Base Figure E.
E.4 Swingarm Stand Mounting The PPC-123 can be mounted on a unique swingarm. This versatile accessory is easy to install and operate, and can be rotated through a wide range of angles. Its dimensions are shown in Figure E-5 below, and it is available from Advantech Co., Ltd. Units:mm Figure E.
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