User guide

User Guide CC8-BLUES • Multi-Processing CompactPCI CPU
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Universal Serial Bus (USB)
The CS5-BLUES is provided with a single USB port, routed to a front panel connector. You can
connect a USB peripheral device directly to the CC8 without an external hub. To attach more
devices, connect an external hub to the CC8 built-in port (often monitors or keyboards provide
USB hub functionality). The USB connector can source up to 0.5A/5V, and is protected by an
electronic power switch against shortening.
IEEE 1394 / FireWire High Performance Serial Bus
The CC8-BLUES is equipped with an integrated 1394a-2000 OHCI PHY/Link-Layer Controller. This
standard defines a maximum data transfer rate of 400Mbps. The dual port PHY acts as a 1394
hub with respect to the 1394 receptacles in the front panel. The 6-lead connectors with
integrated power distribution can source up to 0.5A/10V in total to remote devices, and are
protected by an electronic regulator against short-circuit conditions.
Real-Time Clock
The CC8-BLUES has a time-of-day clock and 100-year calendar. A battery on the board keeps the
clock current when the computer is turned off. The CC8 uses a Vanadium-Pentoxide-Lithium
rechargeable battery, giving an autonomy of more than 80 days when fully loaded after 24
hours. The cell is free of memory effects and withstands deep discharging. Under normal
conditions, replacement should be superfluous during lifetime of the board.