HARDKERNEL ODROID-7 User manual
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ODROID-7 USER MANUAL
(Developer edition)
ODROID-7 is open source platform and supported only through forum.
http://odroid.foros-phpbb.com
AndroidTM SDK Platform R2.2
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SAFTY NOTICE AND PRECAUTIONS --------------------------------------------------------------- 3
OVERVIEW ------------------------------------------------------------------------------ 6
ODROID-7 DESCRIPTION ------------------------------------------------------------------------------ 7
BOARD DESCRIPTION ------------------------------------------------------------------------------ 9
Front ------------------------------------------------------------------------------ 9
Back ------------------------------------------------------------------------------ 9
FPCB ------------------------------------------------------------------------------ 10
CPU Board ------------------------------------------------------------------------------ 10
Debug Board ------------------------------------------------------------------------------ 10
SYSTEM SOFTWARE ------------------------------------------------------------------------------ 11
Recovery utility ------------------------------------------------------------------------------ 11
U-boot compile HOWTO --------------------------------------------------------------- 11
Kernel compile HOWTO --------------------------------------------------------------- 11
How to install Android SDK --------------------------------------------------------------- 12
How to install Android NDK --------------------------------------------------------------- 12
PARTS DETAIL ------------------------------------------------------------------------------ 13
SAMSUNG S5PC110 ------------------------------------------------------------------------------ 14
Block Diagram for ODROID-7 --------------------------------------------------------------- 14
Key features of Samsung S5PC110 ------------------------------------------------ 14
GETTING STARTED ----------------------------------------------------------------------------- 15
ANDROID -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 17
HOME SCREEN ------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 17
Status and Notifications ---------------------------------------------------------------- 20
USB drive ------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 21
To allow download of applications ------------------------------------------------- 22
Connecting Wifi network ---------------------------------------------------------------- 23
Bluetooth settings ---------------------------------------------------------------- 26
Managing applications ---------------------------------------------------------------- 27
Spare Parts ------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 28
APPENDIX ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 29
Specifications ------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 29
Manufacturer information ---------------------------------------------------------------- 29
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SAFTY NOTICE AND PRECAUTIONS
Please Read Before Proceeding
THE BATTERY IS NOT CHARGED WHEN YOU TAKE THE DEVICE OUT OF THE BOX. DO NOT REMOVE THE BATTERY PACK IN ANY CASE.
YOUR WARRANTY IS INVALIDATED IF YOU OPEN OR TAMPER WITH THE DEVICE’S OUTER CASING.
Limitation of Damages
TO THE MAXIMUM EXTENT PERMITTED BY APPLICABLE LAW, IN NO EVENT SHALL HARDKERNEL BE LIABLE TO USER OR ANY THIRD
PARTY FOR ANY INDIRECT, SPECIAL, CONSEQUENTIAL, INCIDENTAL OR PUNITIVE DAMAGES OF ANY KIND, IN CONTRACT OR TORT,
INCLUDING, BUT NOT LIMITED TO, INJURY, LOSS OF REVENUE, LOSS OF GOODWILL, LOSS OF BUSINESS OPPORTUNITY, LOSS OF DATA,
AND/OR LOSS OF PROFITS ARISING OUT OF, OR RELATED TO, IN ANY MANNER, OR THE DELIVERY, PERFORMANCE OR
NONPERFORMANCE OF OBLIGATIONS, OR USE OF THE WEATHER INFORMATION, DATA OR DOCUMENTATION HEREUNDER REGARDLESS
OF THE FORESEEABILITY THEREOF.
Important Health Information and Safety Precautions
When using this product, the safety precautions below must be taken to avoid possible legal liabilities and damages. Retain and follow all product safety and
operating instructions. Observe all warnings in the operating instructions on the product.
To reduce the risk of bodily injury, electric shock, fire and damage to the equipment, observe the following precautions.
ELECTRICAL SAFETY
This product is intended for use when supplied with power from the designated battery or power supply unit. Other usage may be dangerous and will invalidate any
approval given to this product.
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS FOR PROPER GROUNDING INSTALLATION CAUTION: Connecting to improperly grounded equipment can result in an electric
shock to your device.
This product is equipped with a USB Cable for connecting with a desktop or notebook computer. Be sure your computer is properly grounded (earthed) before
connecting this product to the computer. The power supply cord of a desktop or notebook computer has an equipment-grounding conductor and a grounding plug.
The plug must be plugged into an appropriate outlet which is properly installed and grounded in accordance with all local codes and ordinances.
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS FOR POWER SUPPLY
Use the provided USB cable to charge the battery. The battery must be properly inserted into the device to charge the battery.
Handle battery packs carefully. This product contains a Li-ion battery. There is a risk of fire and burns if the battery pack is handled improperly. Do not attempt to
open or service the battery pack.
WARNING: Danger of explosion if battery is incorrectly replaced. To reduce risk of fire or burns, do not disassemble, crush, puncture, short external contacts,
expose to temperature above 60° C (140° F), or dispose of in fire or water. Replace only with specified batteries. Recycle or dispose of used batteries according to
the local regulations or reference guide supplied with your product.
Note
This product should be operated only with the designated battery pack:
-Take extra precautions
-Keep the battery or device dry and away from water or any liquid as it may cause a short circuit.
-Keep metal objects away so they don’t come in contact with the battery or its connectors as it may lead to short circuit during operation.
-Do not use a battery that appears damaged, deformed, or discolored, or the one that has any rust on its casing, overheats, or emits a foul odor.
-Always keep the battery out of the reach of babies and small children, to avoid swallowing of the battery. Consult the doctor immediately if the battery
is swallowed.
-If the battery leaks:
-Do not allow the leaking fluid to come in contact with skin or clothing. If already in contact, flush the affected area immediately with clean water and
seek medical advice.
-Do not allow the leaking fluid to come in contact with eyes. If already in contact, DO NOT rub; rinse with clean water immediately and seek medical
advice.
-Take extra precautions to keep a leaking battery away from fire as there is a danger of ignition or explosion.
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SAFETY PRECAUTIONS FOR DIRECT SUNLIGHT
Keep this product away from excessive moisture and extreme temperatures. Do not leave the product or its battery inside a vehicle or in places where the
temperature may exceed 60°C (140°F), such as on a car dashboard, window sill, or behind a glass that is exposed to direct sunlight or strong ultraviolet light for
extended periods of time. This may damage the product, overheat the battery, or pose a risk to the vehicle.
PREVENTION OF HEARING LOSS
CAUTION: Permanent hearing loss may occur if earphones or headphones are used at high volume for prolonged periods of time.
SAFETY IN AIRCRAFT
Due to the possible interference caused by this product to an aircraft’s navigation system and its communications network, using this device on board an airplane is
against the law in most countries. If you want to use this device when on board an aircraft, remember to turn off your device by switching to Airplane Mode.
ENVIRONMENT RESTRICTIONS
Do not use this product in gas stations, fuel depots, chemical plants or where blasting operations are in progress, or in potentially explosive atmospheres such as
fuelling areas, fuel storehouses, below deck on boats, chemical plants, fuel or chemical transfer or storage facilities, and areas where the air contains chemicals or
particles, such as grain, dust, or metal powders. Please be aware that sparks in such areas could cause an explosion or fire resulting in bodily injury or even death.
EXPLOSIVE ATMOSPHERES
When in any area with a potentially explosive atmosphere or where flammable materials exist, the product should be turned off and the user should obey all signs
and instructions. Sparks in such areas could cause an explosion or fire resulting in bodily injury or even death. Users are advised not to use the equipment at
refueling points such as service or gas stations, and are reminded of the need to observe restrictions on the use of radio equipment in fuel depots, chemical plants, or
where blasting operations are in progress. Areas with a potentially explosive atmosphere are often, but not always, clearly marked. These include fueling areas,
below deck on boats, fuel or chemical transfer or storage facilities, and areas where the air contains chemicals or particles, such as grain, dust, or metal powders.
Avoid applying excessive pressure to the device Do not apply excessive pressure on the screen and the device to prevent damaging them and remove the device
from your pockets before sitting down. It is also recommended that you store the device in a protective case and only use your finger when interacting with the
touch screen. Cracked display screens due to improper handling are not covered by the warranty.
Heed service markings Except as explained elsewhere in the Operating or Service documentation, do not service any product yourself. Service needed on
components inside the device should be done by an authorized service technician or provider.
Damage requiring service Unplug the product from the electrical outlet and refer servicing to an authorized service technician or provider under the following
conditions:
-Liquid has been spilled or an object has fallen onto the product.
-The product has been exposed to rain or water.
-The product has been dropped or damaged.
-There are noticeable signs of overheating.
-The product does not operate normally when you follow the operating instructions.
Avoid hot areas The product should be placed away from heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other products (including amplifiers) that produce
heat.
Avoid wet areas Never use the product in a wet location.
Avoid using your device after a dramatic change in temperature When you move your device between environments with very different temperature and/or
humidity ranges, condensation may form on or within the device. To avoid damaging the device, allow sufficient time for the moisture to evaporate before using the
device.
NOTICE: When taking the device from low-temperature conditions into a warmer environment or from high-temperature conditions into a cooler environment,
allow the device to acclimate to room temperature before turning on power.
Avoid pushing objects into product Never push objects of any kind into cabinet slots or other openings in the product. Slots and openings are provided for
ventilation. These openings must not be blocked or covered.
Mounting accessories Do not use the product on an unstable table, cart, stand, tripod, or bracket. Any mounting of the product should follow the manufacturer’s
instructions, and should use a mounting accessory recommended by the manufacturer.
Avoid unstable mounting Do not place the product with an unstable base.
Use product with approved equipment This product should be used only with personal computers.
Adjust the volume Turn down the volume before using headphones or other audio devices.
Cleaning Do not use liquid cleaners or aerosol cleaners. Use a damp cloth for cleaning, but NEVER use water to clean the LCD screen.
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Small Children Do not leave your device and its accessories within the reach of small children or allow them to play with it. They could hurt themselves or others,
or could accidentally damage the device. Your device contains small parts with sharp edges that may cause an injury or which could become detached and create a
choking hazard.
Repetitive Motion Injuries To minimize the risk of repetitive strain injury, when Texting or playing games with your device:
-Do not grip the device too tightly
-Press the buttons lightly
-Take lots of breaks to stretch and relax.
Operating machinery Full attention must be given to operating the machinery in order to reduce the risk of an accident.
Loud Noise This device is capable of producing loud noises which may damage your hearing.
LCD Dead Pixels The limits of LCD manufacturing technology permit a maximum of 5 abnormal or dead pixels which does not affect system performance.
Notes
Some devices and software referred to in the User Guide may not be provided and/or changed.
The product environment referred to in the User Guide may not be the same as your own environment.
The image used for the cover and text of the User Guide may not be the same as the actual guides.
The information in this document is subject to change without notice due to improving the performance of the product.
Hardkernel shall not be liable for any data loss. Please take care to avoid losing any important data and backup your data to prevent any such data loss.
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OVERVIEW
Before you get started
Please charge the battery to turn on.
Please connect the power cable when you use the debug board.
You can find valuable information at http://www.hardkernel.com , http://dev.odroid.com and http://odroid.foros-phpbb.com
ADB USB driver for Windows : http://dev.odroid.com/projects/odroid/download/13
System software is stored in Tflash(Micro SDcardd\). Please do not eject the card when the device is on. Android OS is mainly for phone use. As such, this
device is as a phone in the Android OS.
Please note that the ODROID-7 developer edition is a development platform and its specifications are subject to change without notice and it may include
Beta and Pre-Release software and as such not designed for end-users. Wireless devices' RF performance might not meet standard level.
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ODROID-7 DESCRIPTION
Menu Home Back Search
Inside Box
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Buttons and connectors
Top Bottom
Indicators
Power on : Blue light on Power off
-Charging : Red light illuminate
-Full charged : Blue light illuminate
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BOARD DESCRIPTION
Front
Board to board connector for CPU board
WiFi/BT Combo Module : Broadcom(BCM4329)
Audio CODEC : WM8991 is a highly integrated low power hi-fi CODEC from Wolfson
Charger Cotroller : MAX8677A, Charge Li-Polymer battery with smart power path.
DC/DC Converters : MAX1556 for LCD, GPS and sensors. XC9158 for USB host and HDMI.
Back
Acceleration Sensor: Digital 3-axial acceleration sensor from Bosch Sensortec
Battery Gauge : MAX17040
DC Jack : inner diameter 1.3mm, outer diameter 3.5mm
Touchscreen Connector : I2C with IRQ 3.3V interface.
IO(TTA20) : USB and Serial port for system monitoring
Mini HDMI : Standard type-C HDTV, support up to 1920 x 1080 resolution
MicroSD Card Slot : 4Gbyte T-flash(removable) memory card for system area of Boot Loader, Kernel and Android and user storage
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FPCB
USB2.1 HS Host : Connect various external accessories such as GPS, camera, keyboard, external HDD, etc
Drivers and Sensors
CPU Board
CPU : Samsung S5PC110 Cortex-A8 1Ghz with 512KB L2 cache, 3D Accelerator : SGX540 (up to 20M triangles/s and 1000M pixels/s)
Memory : OneNAND 512MB Mobile DDR 400Mhz data rate
PMIC : contains 3 Step-down DC/DCs and 9 LODs.
Board to Board connector location data(http://dev.odroid.com/projects/odroid-t/wiki/FrontPage?action=download&value=CPU_MODULE_B2B.ZIP)
This data is useful for designing your own base board. Please consider connector J1 of CPU board should be matching to J1 of Base board.
Board to Board connector pin map http://dev.odroid.com/projects/odroid-t#s-1.2.2.3
Debug Board
TTA20-Male connector : Connect to I/O port of Odroid-7.
RS232C Serial Port : Connect to Host PC RS232C Serial Port via cable.
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