Advantech PPC-57 Series User manual

PPC-57
386-based panel PC
with 5.7" LCD flat panel display

This document is copyrighted January, 1999 by Advantech Co.,

Ltd. All rights are reserved. Advantech Co., Ltd. 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 Advantech Co., Ltd. Information provided in this

manual is intended to be accurate and reliable. However,

Advantech Co., Ltd assumes no responsibility for its use, nor for

any infringements upon the rights of third parties which may result

from its use.

Acknowledgments

PPC-57S, PPC-57M, OPT112-57S, OPT112-57M and PPC-57

series are trademarks of Advantech Co., Ltd. IBM, PC/AT, and

PS/2 are trademarks of International Business Machines

Corporation. MS-DOS is a trademark of Microsoft Corporation.

All other brand and product names mentioned herein are trade-

marks or registered trademarks of their respective holders.

Part No. 2008005700

1st Edition Printed in Taiwan January 1999

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FCC Class B notes
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 in a residential installation. This
equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy
and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions,
may cause harmful interference to radio communications. Howev-
er, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a
particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful
interference to radio or television reception, which can be deter-
mined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged
to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following
measures:
- Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna
- Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver
- Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from
that to which the receiver is connected
- Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for
help

Packing List

Before you begin system installation, please make sure that the

following materials have been shipped:

• One PPC-57 with PCM-3866 all-in-one single board

• Accessories:

- One utility disk with BIOS and Ethernet utility programs

- One utility disk with SVGA utility programs and drivers

- One Y-type keyboard/mouse cable

- One plug-in power terminal

- One screw bag

- One waterproof sponge

- Four mounting clamps

- One ground wire

If any of these items is missing or damaged, contact your

distributor or sales representative immediately.

Safety Instructions

1. Read these safety instructions carefully.

2. Keep this installation reference guide for later reference.

3. Disconnect this equipment from any AC outlet before cleaning. Do not use

liquid or spray detergents for cleaning. Use a damp cloth.

4. For pluggable equipment, the power outlet must be installed 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. Dropping it or

letting it fall could cause damage.

7. The openings on the enclosure are for air convection. Protect the

equipment from overheating. DO NOT COVER THE OPENINGS.

8. Make sure the voltage of the power source is correct before connecting the

equipment to the power outlet.

9. Position the power cord so that people cannot step on it. Do not place

anything over the power cord.

10. All cautions and warnings on the equipment should be noted.

11. If the equipment is not used for a long time, disconnect it from the power

source to avoid damage by transient over-voltage.

12. Never pour any liquid into an opening. This could cause fire or electrical

shock.

13. Never open the equipment. For safety reasons, the equipment should be

opened only by qualified service personnel.

14. If any of the following situations arises, get the equipment checked by

service personnel:

a. The power cord or plug is damaged.

b. Liquid has penetrated into the equipment.

c. The equipment has been exposed to moisture.

d. The equipment does not work well, or you cannot get it to work

according to the installation reference guide.

e. The equipment has been dropped and damaged.

f. The equipment has obvious signs of breakage.

15. DO NOT LEAVE THIS EQUIPMENT IN AN UNCONTROLLED

ENVIRONMENT WHERE THE STORAGE TEMPERATURE IS BELOW

-20° C (-4° F) OR ABOVE 60° C (140° F). IT MAY DAMAGE THE

EQUIPMENT.

The sound pressure level at the operator's position according to IEC 704-1:1982 is

equal to or less than 70 dB(A).

DISCLAIMER: This set of instructions is given according to IEC 704-1.

Advantech disclaims all responsibility for the accuracy of any statements

contained herein.

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. Bei der Aufstellung des Gerätes ist auf sicheren Stand zu achten. Ein Kippen oder

Fallen könnte Verletzungen hervorrufen.

7. Die Belüftungsöffnungen dienen zur Luftzirkulation die das Gerät vor überhit-

zung schützt. Sorgen Sie dafür, daB diese Öffnungen nicht abgedeckt werden.

8. Beachten Sie beim AnschluB an das Stromnetz die AnschluBwerte.

9. Verlegen Sie die NetzanschluBleitung so, daB niemand darüber fallen kann. Es

sollte auch nichts auf der Leitung abgestellt werden.

10. Alle Hinweise und Warnungen die sich am Geräten befinden sind zu beachten.

11. Wird das Gerät über einen längeren Zeitraum nicht benutzt, sollten Sie es vom

Stromnetz trennen. Somit wird im Falle einer Überspannung eine Beschädigung

vermieden.

12. Durch die Lüftungsöffnungen dürfen niemals Gegenstände oder Flüssigkeiten in

das Gerät gelangen. Dies könnte einen Brand bzw. elektrischen Schlag auslösen.

13. Öffnen Sie niemals das Gerät. Das Gerät darf aus Gründen der elektrischen

Sicherheit nur von authorisiertem Servicepersonal geöffnet werden.

14. Wenn folgende Situationen auftreten ist das Gerät vom Stromnetz zu trennen und

von einer qualifizierten Servicestelle zu überprüfen:

a - Netzkabel oder Netzstecker sind beschädigt.

b - Flüssigkeit ist in das Gerät eingedrungen.

c - Das Gerät war Feuchtigkeit ausgesetzt.

d - Wenn das Gerät nicht der Bedienungsanleitung entsprechend funktioniert oder

Sie mit Hilfe dieser Anleitung keine Verbesserung erzielen.

e - Das Gerät ist gefallen und/oder das Gehäuse ist beschädigt.

f - Wenn das Gerät deutliche Anzeichen eines Defektes aufweist.

Der arbeitsplatzbezogene Schalldruckpegel nach DIN 45 635 Teil 1000 beträgt

70dB(A) oder weiger.

DISCLAIMER: This set of instructions is provided according to IEC704-1.

Advantech disclaims all responsibility for the accuracy of any statements

contained therein.

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Contents

Chapter 1 General Information................................. 1

1.1 Introduction.................................................................. 2

1.2 Specifications ................................................................ 3

General ........................................................................... 3

Standard SBC functions (PCM-3866) ........................... 3

Ethernet interface ........................................................... 3

SVGA/Flat panel interface (PCM-3866) ....................... 4

Power supply.................................................................. 4

Environmental specifications......................................... 4

Touchscreen (optional) .................................................. 4

1.3 LCD Specifications....................................................... 5

1.4 I/O Arrangement.......................................................... 6

1.5 Total Solution ............................................................... 7

1.6 Dimensions.................................................................... 8

1.7 Mounting...................................................................... 9

Chapter 2 System Setup ......................................... 11

2.1 General........................................................................ 12

2.2 Initial Setup ................................................................ 13

Installing software to the Compact Flash memory ...... 13

Installing a PS/2 mouse driver ..................................... 14

Installing a serial/COM port mouse driver into the

system ...................................................................... 14

2.3 Removing the Front or Rear Panel .......................... 15

2.4 Installing Memory (DRAM)...................................... 17

2.5 Installing a Compact Flash Adapter and 2.5" HDD 18

Installing a Compact Flash adapter.............................. 18

Installing a 2.5" HDD .................................................. 19

2.6 Installing the Power Terminal and Power Adapter 20

2.7 Installing a PC/104 Module....................................... 21

2.8 Installing a Touchscreen............................................ 23

2.9 Exploded Diagram ..................................................... 25

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Chapter 3 Maintenance ........................................... 27

3.1 LCD Display ............................................................... 28

3.2 LCD Backlight............................................................ 29

3.3 Power Supply.............................................................. 30

3.4 I/O Adapter................................................................. 31

3.5 PCM-3866 All-in-one Board ..................................... 32

Chapter 4 The Engine of the PPC-57 (PCM-3866). 33

4.1 Introduction................................................................ 34

4.2 Jumpers and Connectors........................................... 35

4.3 Locating Jumpers....................................................... 36

4.4 Locating Connectors .................................................. 37

4.5 Setting Jumpers.......................................................... 38

CMOS setup (J1).......................................................... 39

LCD display setup (J3) ................................................ 39

COM2 port setup.......................................................... 40

4.6 Connector Pin Assignments ...................................... 41

IDE hard drive connector (CN3).................................. 41

Touchscreen PS/2 connector (CN7)............................. 42

10Base-T Ethernet connector (CN5) ........................... 43

Main power connector (JP1)........................................ 44

Flat panel display connector (CN4) ............................. 45

I/O connector (CN2) .................................................... 46

ISA extension connector (CN1)................................... 47

4.7 I/O Connector Pin Assignments ............................... 49

COM1 RS-232 serial port (CN1) ................................. 49

Parallel port connector (CN3)...................................... 50

Keyboard/mouse connector (CN5) .............................. 51

COM2 RS-232/422/485 serial port (CN2)................... 51

4.8 PC/104 Connector Pin Assignments......................... 52

PC/104 connector (JP2) ............................................... 52

4.9 Compact Flash Adapter Connector Pin Assignments

...................................................................................... 53

Chapter 5 Software Configuration ......................... 55

5.1 Introduction................................................................ 56

5.2 Utility Disk .................................................................. 56

5.3 How to Update BIOS ................................................. 57

5.4 Ethernet Utility........................................................... 58

Ethernet software configuration................................... 59

Chapter 6 AMI Flash BIOS Setup ........................... 61

6.1 System Test and Initialization .................................. 62

System configuration verification................................ 62

6.2 AMI BIOS setup......................................................... 63

Entering setup .............................................................. 63

Standard CMOS setup.................................................. 64

Advanced CMOS setup................................................ 65

Peripheral setup............................................................ 66

Auto configuration with optimal settings .................... 67

Save settings and exit................................................... 68

Exit without saving ...................................................... 68

Chapter 7 SVGA Setup............................................ 69

7.1 Sleep Mode.................................................................. 70

7.2 Software Support ....................................................... 71

7.3 Driver Installation...................................................... 72

Necessary prerequisites................................................ 72

Before you begin.......................................................... 72

Windows ...................................................................... 73

AutoCAD R12.............................................................. 75

Lotus 1-2-3 and Lotus Symphony................................ 77

VESA ........................................................................... 78

Word ............................................................................ 79

WordPerfect ................................................................. 80

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Appendix A Programming the Watchdog Timer... 83
A.1 Programming the Watchdog Timer ......................... 84
Appendix B Touchscreen (Optional) ..................... 87
B.1 Touchscreen Specifications ....................................... 88
Specifications............................................................... 88
Operating system requirements ................................... 88
Appropriate applications.............................................. 88
B.2 Installation .................................................................. 89
Executing INSTALL.COM.......................................... 89
Installing the touchscreen driver.................................. 89
Calibrating the touchscreen ......................................... 89
B.3 Running the Setup Program ..................................... 90
Operation key............................................................... 90
B.4 Removing the Touchscreen Driver........................... 92
B.5 Touchscreen Driver Application Interface (API) ... 93