User`s manual

W406 Hardware User’s Manual Introduction
Overview
The W406 wireless embedded computers are designed around the Cirrus Logic EP9302 ARM9
32-bit RISC processor. Unlike the X86 CPU, which uses a CISC design, the Cirrus Logic EP9302
ARM9 uses RISC architecture and modern semiconductor technology to provide a powerful
computing engine without generating a significant amount of heat. The processor also integrates
UART and LAN functions to provide exceptional communication performance, but without the
bus bandwidth limitations associated with general ARM-based communication products.
An onboard NOR Flash ROM and SDRAM provide ample storage capacity, and the SD slot gives
applications extra room to expand. The built-in GSM/GPRS/EDGE function supports the
850/900/1800/1900 MHz frequency bands, providing coding scheme from CS-1 to CS-4. The
backup LAN port not only provides an alternative solution for networking, but also supports
Ethernet clients, allowing any network device to plug in and connect to the GPRS/EDGE network.
The built-in RS-232/422/485 serial ports support a wide range of serial devices, making this
platform suitable for data acquisition and protocol conversion applications.
The Linux or WinCE 6.0 operating system comes pre-installed and ready to run, providing an
open platform for software development. Software written for desktop PCs can be ported easily to
W406 series embedded computers by using a common complier, so you do not need to spend a lot
of time modifying existing software code. In addition, the operating system, device drivers, and
user-developed software can all be stored in the built-in flash memory.
Package Checklist
The W406 Series includes the following models:
W406-LX:
RISC-based wireless embedded computer with GSM/GPRS/EDGE, 4 DI, 4 DO, 2 serial ports,
Ethernet, SD, Linux 2.6 OS, -10 to 60°C operating temperature
W406-CE:
RISC-based wireless embedded computer with GSM/GPRS/EDGE, 4 DI, 4 DO, 2 serial ports,
Ethernet, SD, WinCE 6.0 OS, -10 to 60°C operating temperature
W406-T-LX:
RISC-based wireless embedded computer with GSM/GPRS/EDGE, 4 DI, 4 DO, 2 serial ports,
Ethernet, SD, Linux 2.6 OS, -40 to 70°C operating temperature
W406-T-CE:
RISC-based wireless embedded computer with GSM/GPRS/EDGE, 4 DI, 4 DO, 2 serial ports,
Ethernet, SD, WinCE 6.0 OS, -40 to 70°C operating temperature
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