Advantech ARK-3381 User Manual

ARK-3381Embedded Box ComputerUser Manual

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xi Table of ContentsCONTENTSChapter 1 Overview ... 21.1 Introduction ...

ARK-3381 User Manual xii2.3.7 PS/2 Keyboard/Mouse Connector ... 14Figure 2.10:PS/2 Connector ...

xiii Table of Contents4.1 Introduction ... 324.1.1 CMOS RAM Auto-backup and Restore

ARK-3381 User Manual xiv4.6 Integrated Peripherals... 40Figure 4.5:Integrated Peripherals ...

xv Table of ContentsChapter 5 PCI SVGA/LCD Setup ... 505.1 Introduction ...

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2CHAPTER 1OverviewThis chapter gives background infor-mation on the ARK-3381. It shows you the ARK-3381 overview and specifica-tions.Sections include:

ARK-3381 User Manual 2Chapter 1 Overview1.1 IntroductionThe ARK-3381 Fanless Embedded Box Computer combines a rich dis-play interface and comprehens

3 Chapter 1 1.2.6 High Computing Performance• Scalable Low Voltage and Ultra Low Voltage Pentium® M class pro-cessor system.• Ethernet networking

ARK-3381User Manual iiCopyrightThe documentation and the software included with this product are copy-righted 2005 by Advantech Co., Ltd. All rights a

ARK-3381 User Manual 4Display Interface support• CRT Interface• 36-bit LVDS interface, optional support up to 48-bitEthernet• Ethernet Controller:

5 Chapter 1 19 VDC @ 2.9 A,24 VDC @ 2.3 A• Output Voltage:+5 VDC @ 7 A+12 VDC @ 0.5 A+5VSB @ 1 A1.3.3 Environment SpecificationsOperating Temperatur

ARK-3381 User Manual 6Figure 1.1: Chassis Dimensions

2CHAPTER 2Hardware FunctionalityThis chapter shows how to set up the ARK-3381's hardware functions, including connecting peripherals, switches an

ARK-3381 User Manual 8Chapter 2 Hardware Functionality2.1 Introduction of ARK-3381 External I/O ConnectorsThe following two figures show the externa

9 Chapter 2 2.2 ARK-3381 front metal face plate external I/O connectors2.2.1 Power ON/OFF ButtonThe ARK-3381 comes with a Power On/Off button, that

ARK-3381 User Manual 102.2.4 LCD Backlight On/Off control ConnectorThe ARK-3381 comes with a D-Sub 9-pin connector which provides BKLTEN signals as we

11 Chapter 2 2.3 ARK-3381 rear face plate external I/O connectors2.3.1 Power Input ConnectorThe ARK-3381 comes with a Phoenix connector that carries

ARK-3381 User Manual 122.3.3 COM2 ~ COM6 ConnectorThe ARK-3381 provides 6 RS-232/422/485 serial communication interface ports for COM2, COM3, COM3 COM

13 Chapter 2 2.3.4 COM7 ConnectorThe ARK-3381 provides a D-sub 9-pin connector, which offers one RS-232 serial communication interface port of COM7;

iiiProduct Warranty (1 year)Advantech warrants to you, the original purchaser, that each of its prod-ucts will be free from defects in materials and w

ARK-3381 User Manual 142.3.6 Reset ButtonPress the "Reset" button to activate the reset function. 2.3.7 PS/2 Keyboard/Mouse ConnectorThe ARK

15 Chapter 2 2.3.8 VGA ConnectorThe ARK-3381 provides a high resolution VGA interface by a D-sub 15-pin connector to support a VGA CRT monitor. It su

ARK-3381 User Manual 16The USB connector is used for connecting any device that conforms to the USB interface. Many recent digital devices conform to

2CHAPTER 3Hardware Installation and UpgradeSections include:• Jumpers and Connectors• Installing the DDR SDRAM Memory Module• Inserting a Compact F

ARK-3381 User Manual 18Chapter 3 Hardware Installation and Upgrade3.1 Jumpers and ConnectorsThe ARK-3381 Embedded Box Computer consists of a PC-base

19 Chapter 3 The jumper settings are schematically depicted in this manual as follows:A pair of needle-nose pliers may be helpful when working with j

ARK-3381 User Manual 20(*): means default setting of the jumper/functionFigure 3.1: JP2/JP3/JP4 Jumper pin layout 3.5 COM4 RS-232/422/485 Jumper sett

21 Chapter 3 Figure 3.2: JP5/JP6/JP7 Jumper pin layout3.6 COM5 RS-232/422/485 Jumper setting(JP8/JP9/JP10 Located on internal I/O board)The COM5 por

ARK-3381 User Manual 22Figure 3.3: JP8/JP9/JP10 Jumper pin layout3.7 COM6 RS-232/422/485 Jumper setting (JP13/JP14/JP15 Located on internal I/O board

23 Chapter 3 Figure 3.4: JP13/JP14/JP15 Jumper pin layout3.8 COM7 RS-232 Jumper Setting (JP16/JP17 Located on internal I/O board)The COM7 port conne

ARK-3381User Manual ivDeclaration of ConformityCEThis product has passed the CE test for environmental specifications when shielded cables are used fo

ARK-3381 User Manual 243.9 COM3~COM6 Ring / Voltage Selection(JP11/JP12 Located on internal I/O board)The “RI” signal pin of COM3 ~ COM6 can be confi

25 Chapter 3 (*): means default setting of the jumper/function(*): means default setting of the jumper/function3.10 LCD Power Jumper Setting (J6)The

ARK-3381 User Manual 26(*): means default setting of the jumper/functionPlease also refer to Chapter 6 of “Full Disassembly Procedure” to set it. Up.

27 Chapter 3 Figure 3.9: 3. Remove the CF carrier.4. Placing a Compact Flash card with your OS or application program into a CF carrier.Figure 3.10:

ARK-3381 User Manual 28Figure 3.11: 4. Inserting the CF Carrier back and assembling with 2 screws to the CF door located on rear face plate of the ARK

29 Chapter 3 3 . 1 3 I n s ta l l i n g t h e 2 . 5 " H a r d D i s k D r i v e ( H D D ) You c

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2CHAPTER 4Award BIOS Setup

ARK-3381 User Manual 32Chapter 4 Award BIOS Setup4.1 IntroductionAward's BIOS ROM has a built-in setup program that allows users to modify the

33 Chapter 4 Figure 4.1: Award BIOS Setup initial screen4.3 Standard CMOS SetupChoose the "Standard CMOS Features" option from the "I

vTechnical Support and AssistanceStep 1. Visit the Advantech web site at www.advantech.com/support where you can find the latest information about th

ARK-3381 User Manual 344.4 Advanced BIOS FeaturesThe "Advanced BIOS Features" screen appears when choosing the "Advanced BIOS Features

35 Chapter 4 4.4.4 Quick Power On Self TestThis option speeds up the Power-On Self Test (POST) conducted as soon as the computer is turned on. When e

ARK-3381 User Manual 364.4.12 Typematic Delay (msec)Typematic delay is the time interval between the appearance of two con-secutive characters, when h

37 Chapter 4 4.4.18 Small Logo (EPA) ShowThe EPA logo appears at the right side of the monitor screen when the system is boot up. The default setting

ARK-3381 User Manual 384.5.3 Active to Precharge DelayThe default setting for the Active to Precharge Delay is 7.4.5.4 DRAM RAS# to CAS# DelayThis opt

39 Chapter 4 4.5.10 Memory Hole At 15M-16MIn order to improve performance, certain space in memory can be reserved for ISA cards. This memory must be

ARK-3381 User Manual 404.5.18 Panel NumberThese fields allow you to select the LCD Panel type. The default values for these ports are:640 x 480 18bit

41 Chapter 4 4.6.2 IDE Master/Slave PIO/UDMA Mode,IDE Primary (Secondary) Master/Slave PIO/UDMA Mode (Auto) Each channel (Primary and Secondary) has

ARK-3381 User Manual 424.6.10 Onboard FDC ControllerWhen enabled, this field allows you to connect your floppy disk drives to the onboard floppy disk

43 Chapter 4 4.6.17 Parallel Port ModeThis field allows you to set the operation mode of the parallel port. The setting "Normal" allows nor

ARK-3381User Manual viSafety Instructions1. Read these safety instructions carefully.2. Keep this User's Manual for later reference.3. Disconnect

ARK-3381 User Manual 444.7.1 Power-Supply TypeChoose AT or ATX power supply4.7.2 ACPI functionThe choice: Enabled, Disabled.4.7.3 Power ManagementThis

45 Chapter 4 4.7.6 HDD Power DownYou can choose to turn the HDD off after one of the time intervals listed, or when the system is in "suspend&qu

ARK-3381 User Manual 464.7.13 FDD, COM, LPT PORTWhen Enabled, the system will resume from suspend mode if FDD, COM port, or LPT port is active. The ch

47 Chapter 4 4.8.3 Resources controlled by:The commands here are "Auto" or "Manual." Choosing "manual" requires you to

ARK-3381 User Manual 484.10 Save & Exit SetupIf you select this and press <Enter>, the values entered in the setup utili-ties will be recor

2CHAPTER 5PCI SVGA/LCD SetupThis chapter details the software con-figuration information. It shows you how to configure the card to match your applica

ARK-3381User Manual 50Chapter 5 PCI SVGA/LCD Setup5.1 IntroductionThe board has an onboard Intel 852GM or 855GME chipset for its AGP/SVGA controlle

51 Chapter 5 5.1.3 Dual Independent DisplayThe ARK-3381 uses an Intel 855GME or Intel 852GM controller that is capable of providing multiple views an

ARK-3381User Manual 526. Select "1" for current display, or "2" for second display.Figure 5.3: Extended Desktop Settings7. Enable

53 Chapter 5 Figure 5.4: Directory "Graphics"Notes: 1. The windows illustrations in this chapter are intended as exam-ples only. Please fol

vii20° C (-4° F) OR ABOVE 60° C (140° F). THIS COULD DAM-AGE THE EQUIPMENT. THE EQUIPMENT SHOULD BE IN A CONTROLLED ENVIRONMENT.16. CAUTION: DANGER OF

ARK-3381User Manual 545.2.2 Installation of Windows 2000You can find Win2000 VGA driver from CD at the directory of ARK-3381 CD-ROM, \VGA\win2k_xp1332

55 Chapter 5 .Figure 5.6: Driver Software Install WizardFigure 5.7: Graphics Driver Setup

ARK-3381User Manual 56Restart computer when installation has finished.Figure 5.8: InstallShield® Wizard Complete

CHAPTER 6Full Disassembly Pro-cedureThis chapter details the system disas-sembling procedure for setting up the jumpers and for maintenance.Sections i

ARK-3381 User Manual 58Chapter 6 Full Disassembly Procedure6.1 IntroductionIf you want to completely disassemble the Embedded Box Computer, fol-low

59 Chapter 6 2. Unscrew the screws of the frame bracket on the front side of systemFigure 6.2: 3. Remove the front frame bracket by carefully pulling

ARK-3381 User Manual 604. The Front Frame Bracket removedFigure 6.4:

61 Chapter 6 5. Unscrew the 2 screws which are located on the Front Metal Face plateFigure 6.5: 6. The Front Metal Face Plate removedFigure 6.6: Warn

ARK-3381 User Manual 627. Unscrew the 4 screws of the frame bracket on the rear side of systemFigure 6.7: 8. Remove the rear frame bracket by carefull

63 Chapter 6 9. Unscrew the 2 screws which are located on the rear metal face plateFigure 6.9: 10. Disassembly the 2 screws which fixed the "COM

ARK-3381User Manual viii11. Wird das Gerät über einen längeren Zeitraum nicht benutzt, sollten Sie es vom Stromnetz trennen. Somit wird im Falle einer

ARK-3381 User Manual 6411. The Rear Metal Face Plate RemovedFigure 6.11: 12. The system after the top cover has been removed

65 Chapter 6 Figure 6.12: Figure 6.13: 13. Unscrews the 6 screws which fixed the MIO-253 Module I/O board to the system board.

ARK-3381 User Manual 66Figure 6.14: 14. Remove MIO-253 Module I/O board from MIO Socket of system board

67 Chapter 6 Figure 6.15: 15. The System after MIO-253 Module I/O board removedFigure 6.16: 16. Jumper Location on PCM-9380/PCM-9386 MotherboardFigur

ARK-3381 User Manual 6817. The Jumper Setting Location of MIO-253 Module I/O boardFigure 6.18: JP10JP14JP15JP17JP16JP13JP9JP8JP4JP3JP2JP6JP5JP7

ixSafety Precaution - Static ElectricityFollow these simple precautions to protect yourself from harm and the products from damage.1. To avoid electri