BEETLE /i8A-3 (D425/D525-Motherboard) Modular POS System User Manual
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BEETLE /i8A-3 (D425/D525 Motherboard) Modular POS System User Manual, Edition June 2012
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Contents Manufacturer´s Certification...............................................7 Tested Safety..............................................................................................7 FCC-Class A Declaration............................................................................7 Important notes ...........................................................................................7 Introduction........................................................................10 About this manual .
Jack Plug 3.5 mm (IN, OUT, MIC) ............................................................28 D- Sub, 25 pin (LPT1, Modular Printer).....................................................29 D- Sub, 15 pin (VGA) ................................................................................29 LAN (RJ45) ...............................................................................................29 Disconnecting cables........................................................30 Storage Media ................
Manufacturer´s Certification The device complies with the requirements of the EEC directive 2004/108/EC with regard to ‘Electromagnetic compatibility" and 2006/95/EG “Low Voltage Directive”. Therefore, you will find the CE mark on the device or packaging. Tested Safety The BEETLE has received the UL symbol and cUL symbol. FCC-Class A Declaration This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class A digital device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules.
n If this device is taken from a cold environment into the operating room, moisture condensation may form. The device must be absolutely dry before being put into service; an acclimatization period of at least two hours must therefore be observed. n This device is equipped with a safety-tested power cable and may be connected only to a prescribed grounded-contact power socket.
n Your BEETLE system is the result of modern technical innovation. So please see for according structural and technical surroundings to guarantee a faultless and efficient work of your BEETLE. Therefore, you should connect your BEETLE or other IT-devices only to power supply systems with separately guided protective earth conductor (PE). This kind of electricity system is known as TN-S network.
Introduction The BEETLE /i8A-3 is the powerful POS System for multi-functional solutions. This entry level POS system unit with low power, state-of-the-art Intel Atom™ processor technology provides a basis for all of today’s and future POS store and back office solutions. The BEETLE /i8A-3 features numerous standard PC and retail-specific powered interfaces for connection of peripheral devices. Additional USB ports are accessible from the front for greater convenience.
About this manual This documentation is intended to help you to work with the POS system and to serve as a reference work. The detailed table of contents help you find the desired information quickly and easily. Notes in the manual are marked by this symbol. This symbol is used for warnings. The type and scope of application programs depend on the customer’s own choice; therefore, software will not be discussed further in this manual.
Recycling the BEETLE /i8A-3 Environmental protection does not begin when the time has come to dispose of the BEETLE; it begins with the manufacturer. This product was designed according to our internal norm “Environmental conscious product design and development”. The modular BEETLE /i8A-3 system is manufactured without the use of CFCs and CCHS and is produced mainly from reusable components and materials. The processed plastics can, for the most part, be recycled.
Warranty Generally, Wincor Nixdorf guarantees a warranty engagement for twelve months beginning with the date of delivery. This warranty engagement covers all damages which occur despite a normal use of the product. Damages because of n improper or insufficient maintenance, n improper use of the product or unauthorized modifications of the product, n inadequate location or surroundings will not be covered by the warranty. For further information on the stipulation consult your contract.
BEETLE /i8A-3- the POS System Overview You can connect a variety of peripherals to your modular POS system BEETLE /i8A-3 and thus implement a wide range of expansion stages. You can connect a four-line alphanumeric customer display and a four line cashier display. Alternatively, you can connect flat screens.
Before switching on the System Unpacking and checking the System Unpack the components and verify that the scope of delivery is identical to the information on the delivery ticket. The carton contains the basic unit and a country-specific accessories kit. Some ordered composition may be installed.
Horizontal installation Mind the minimum distances indicated below! If the equipment is to be fitted, you also must ensure that the specified minimum distances are maintained and constant ventilation is provided. The immediate ambient temperature of the system must not exceed 40° C (104° F). 60 mm 50 mm 100 mm Vertical installation of the equipment The minimum top and bottom distances listed in the figure must be maintained; otherwise, a sufficient ventilation of the equipment is not guaranteed.
If you install the BEETLE /i8A-3 in vertical position, you have attend to the following: n Three breakable bore holes are located at the underside, which allow the BEETLE /i8A-3 to be suspended by means of the screws. n Mind the following minimum clearances also for vertical mounting to ensure sufficient ventilation (100 mm = 3.94 inch): forward: 100 mm, backward: 60 mm sideways (left): 50 mm n A surface made of nonflammable material (e.g.
Cabling of the BEETLE /i8A-3 Follow the steps below in the order given when installing devices: n Plug one end of the power cable into the socket of the BEETLE /i8A-3. n Plug in and secure the data cable. n Plug the other end of the power cable into the main power supply. Always make sure that all power plugs from the grounded-contact power sockets are unplugged.
Now push the power ON button on the front side of the system. The power supply can be connected to all conventional power supply networks. It automatically adjusts itself to the particular voltage. The power output of the power pack is maximum 304 W. Basic settings Ex works, the BEETLE /i8A-3 is configured to your order. Your configuration must be subsequently adapted to support supplementary devices such as scanners.
The System BEETLE /i8A-3 Front Side View ON Button Power LED HDD- LED 2 USB Interfaces Ventilation Slots (NOT COVERING) 20 BEETLE /i8A-3
ON Button With a power supplied power unit you switch on the system with the power ON button on the front side of the system unit. Light-emitting Diode (LED) The LEDs are labelled with: HDD POWER right LED flashs yellow While the hard disk is beeing accessed left LED flashs green Stand by mode (S3) left LED lights green Device is switched on (S0) left LED is off Hibernation (S4)/ Soft off (S5) USB (Universal Serial Bus)- A, USB 2.
Interior view 22 Power Supply Ventilator RAM Hard Disk BEETLE /i8A-3
Power Supply The power supply can be connected to all conventional power supply networks. It automatically adjusts itself to the particular voltage and is fan-cooled. The power output of the power pack is maximum 304 W. The Power Supply Unit (PSU) carries the 80plus bronze certificate. So, less energy is needed and less noise is generated as the fan is much lesser activated with a low revolution speed.
The system is automatically switched off, when the operating system is shut down. Pushing (approx. 5 seconds) the ON button at any time will shut down the system. The proper function of the On button is defined by the settings of the operating system and the BIOS.The power cord receptacle and the power socket for the printer are located on the back of the BEETLE system. The power pack must be removed or replaced by authorized qualified personnel only. Only replace power packs released by Wincor Nixdorf.
Connecting daisy chained cash drawers and 12V OEM-drawers is prohibited! Connect cash drawers only (no telephon).
System Unit Always make sure that the system is switched off when you do cabling works. Connecting peripherals with the system switched on is not allowed (exception: USB devices). COM3* LAN KYBD IN LPT1 DC 24V CASHDR ONLY OUT MIC LCD/PWR USB COM2* USB COM1 COM4* 12V DC Out (power supply display) LCD PWR (power supply display) D- Sub power supplied (COM2*/COM3*/COM4*/COM5*) 4 x USB- A (USB 2.
12V DC Jack This port is intended to supply 12V power to LCD monitor. Rated current is 3A. If you connect cables to these output connectors for connecting external devices, the connecting cables must be marked with dp-1 or dp-2. 4-pin 12V LCD Out This port is intended to supply 12V power to LCD monitor. Rated current is 3A. Use only appropriate power cable supplied by Wincor Nixdorf.
USB (Universal Serial Bus)- A, USB 2.0 You can connect several USB peripheral devices to the USB or powered USB interface (12V or 24V). Only connect devices equipped with a shielded cable to the USB-interfaces. Mini-DIN (KYBD) The BEETLE /i8A-3 has a 6-pin mini-DIN jack for connecting a keyboard. Make sure that the connector is plugged firmly into the socket to prevent malfunctioning. Power is supplied to the keyboard via this socket.
D- Sub, 25 pin (LPT1, Modular Printer) The standard parallel interface LPT1 is intended for connecting a printer. D- Sub, 15 pin (VGA) You can connect a monitor to the BEETLE /i8A-3 via the 15-pin D-sub jack on the CRT adapter. LAN (RJ45) The system can be connected to a network (LAN) from the POS terminal back panel.
Disconnecting cables Never unplug a cable by pulling on the cable; always take direct hold of the plug itself. Follow the procedure below when disconnecting cables: n Turn off all power and equipment switches. n Unplug all data communication cables from the sockets of the data networks. n Unplug all power plugs from the grounded-contact power sockets. n Unplug all cables from the devices. With MINI-DIN plugs (for Wincor Nixdorf keyboards), the plug remains inserted until released.
With HOSIDEN-connector (24V Power supply, e.g. for printer) the plug remains inserted until released. Pull the plastic covering from the connecting socket with your thumb. The lock is released. The metal of the plug is visible. You loosen the USB-A- connector by pushing the covering of the connector. Manually loosen the knurled screws of the COM connector.
Storage Media Following storage media are available n n one or two 2.5" SATA- hard disk or one or two 2.5" solid state disk drive. A solid state disk drive is a data storage drive that uses memory elements in place of a rotating disk to store data. The SSD easily subsitutes the hard disk and emulates a hard disk drive interface. The most SSDs are flash memory based. Change of the Data Store First ensure that the device is switched off and that the power connector is disconnected. Open your BEETLE /i8A-3.
Push the metal plate (1). Tilt the hard disk holder in direction of arrow (2). Lift up the drive and remove it. Loosen the connecting cables.
Take the holder out. Loosen the four Phillips head screws (see arrows) at the holder with a screwdriver. Ensure that you handle the hard disk with extreme caution during the installation. Never touch bare electronics. Change the hard disk. Please pay regard to the correct fitting position. One 2.5" hard disk is being installed at the upper position on the drive holder.
Connect both cables to the hard disk. Insert the drive holder. Make sure that the buffers are corresponding to the stampings in the base plate (see arrows). Carefully tilt the hard disk carrier into the orginally position. Make sure that the drive holder will not pinsh cables. The metal tangs snap in place. Close the cover and connect the main plugs. Now you can switch on the system.
P- USB- Hub (optional) There are three 12V P-USB interfaces and one 24V P- USB on an optional available board. They allow the connection of peripherals such as printers and scanners. Devices like Hard Disks may also be connected via a USB interface. You can connect or disconnect USB devices during operation of your BEETLE, provided that these devices comply with the specifications according to usb.org.
COM6*, COM7*- Interfaces (optional) The standard system is configured with four COM* interfaces. In addition expansions are possible via a com board. Scanners, customer and operator displays without power supply of their own are connected to these serial interfaces. The interface connection is a 9-pin D-sub jack. Power (5V or 12V) is supplied via this jack. Make sure that the connector for the customer display is screwed firmly to the socket to prevent possible malfunctioning.
CF- Card Adapter (optional) Optionally the BEETLE can be equipped with a CF (Compact Flash)- card adapter. The CF is a mass storage device format and uses a flash memory interior of a standardized enclosure. The low power and shock resistant CF media can be used as a direct replacement of a hard drive and appears to any OS. The adapter provides an IDE interface.
Starting up the system After installing the BEETLE /i8A-3, switch on the POS system using the ON/OFF button on the front panel and the power switch on the power supply. The system first performs an automatic self-test to test its basic functions. For example, you may see the following message (irrespective of processor type) on the four-line cashier display or on the monitor: WN ID xx/xx Datum xx/xx is the placeholder of the BIOS version number.
n Hard Disk in drive C: n DVD n LAN module with BOOTPROM n USB drive Please mind that the storage medium must be system-boot-capable. If the POS system does not find a DVD, it automatically continues the loading process from drive C:. If the operating system has started up without error, the POS application software is automatically booted if necessary. A message is displayed as soon as the BEETLE is ready for operation. For more detailed information, see the description of your application program.
Appendix Technical Data BEETLE /i8A-3 Dimensions Width Depth Height 310 mm 280 mm (w/o cable cover) 352 mm (with cable cover) 103 mm Weight approx. 6 kg Climatic category Class 3K3 Class 2K2 Class 1K2 DIN IEC 721-3-3 DIN IEC 721-3-2 DIN IEC 721-3-1 Temperature: Operating(3K3) Transport (2K2) Storage (1K2) +5°C up to +40°C -25°C up to +60°C +5°C up to +40°C Input voltage 100- 120 V 200- 240 V Max.
Interfaces 42 COM COM1 (w/o power supply), COM2* -COM5* (with power supply) Optional: COM6*, COM7* via Powered COM Hub USB 4 Standard USB (rear), 2 Standard USB (front) Optional: 3 x 12V P-USB, 1x 24V P-USB via USB-Controller LPT1 1 x parallel interface MIC, IN, OUT Ports for audio devices PS/2 1 (e.g.
Total Current Consumption Of Interfaces The total current consumption at 5V interfaces must not exceed 5A. each COM* each USB each USB (Hub) = 300mA, in total 1000mA = 500mA, in total 2A = 500mA, in total 2A Max. 5A @ 5V The total current consumption at 12V interfaces must not exceed 5A. each COM*(2/3/4/5) each COM*(6/7) each PUSB 12V (*) each PUSB 12V Max. 5A @ 12V = 600mA, in total 900mA = 600mA, in total 900mA = 3A = 1.5A The total current consumption at 24V interfaces must not exceed 3A.
Glossary Bit A bit is a binary digit (0 or 1). It is the smallest unit used in data processing. Controller Serves to control data input and output in a data processing system or between a computer and the connected peripherals. CPU Abbreviation of central processing unit. It includes the main components of a data processing system. The CPU monitors all operations and provides data and programs.
PCIe Abbreviation of Peripheral Component Interconnect Express. The basis for the „classical“ bus structure is a parallel architecture, i.e. all connected terminals share an available bandwidth. With the new technology - PCI Express - the transfer rates are increased by switched point-to-point connections. A switch connects two PCIe components at a time with full bandwidth and speed. PCMCIA Abbreviation for Personal Computer Memory Card International Association. Industry standard for memory cards.
Abbreviations CE COM CPU CRT cUL DIMM DIN D-Sub DVD-ROM DVD-RW EMV FCKW/CKW HDD IEC ISO LAN LCD LED NV RAM OS PCI PCIe PEN-Leiter PLINK PnP POS PS RAID RAM S-ATA SSD TCO TDP TFT TN-S UL UPS USB 46 European Symbol of Conformity RS 232 Schnittstelle Central Processor Unit (for example INTEL Celeron-M) Cathode Ray Tube Canadian Registration (Recognized by UL) Dual Inline Memory Module Deutsches Institut für Normen (German Institute for Standards) D- Shaped Subminiature Digital Versatile Disc Random Access Me
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