Ampro Corporation 420 Computer Hardware User Manual
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1. Reload Initial Settings Load Factory Default Settings Exit Saving Changes Exit Discarding Changes enterBIOS02a b Select the first drive in the Boot Order as highlighted to the right Ampro Setup Utility for CoreMod This example assumes Drive A is a 3 floppy drive Drive C is an IDE HDD and the 3 drive is Drive Assignment Drive A 1 44 MB 3 5 Drive B none an IDE CD ROM Drive C HDD on Pri Master Drive D CDROM on Pri Slave The CD ROM or Drive E none CompactFlash CF must Boot Order be listed in Drive gt Boot 1st Drive A lt Assignment and the Boot Boot 2nd Drive C Order to be recognized by Boot 3rd CDROM the BIOS CF can only Boot 4th none 8 be listed as C or D drive Boot 5th none in the Boot Order Boot 6th none E Drive and Boot Options B c Move the CD ROM up in the Use the Arrow keys and PU PD keys to move the CD ROM Boot Order up in the Boot Order e If you want to keep the floppy drive and hard drive in the boot d Exit and Save changes order you will need to make changes to the other Boot Order devices For example change Boot 3 to Drive A to keep it in the boot sequence 20 If using a CompactFlash e f you did not receive a CompactFlash card from Ampro go to the next step Step 21 e f you received a CompactFlash card from Ampro with your system use the2. COM 4 Serial 3 J13 COM 3 Utility J5 Keyboard Mouse Reset Switch etc Video J11 USB J10 Q S GPIO J8 SSS E FA T Power J7 Serial 1 J3 COM 1 E Floppy 8 oppy e NUS SS Parallel Port J4 2 Ethernet Port J2 PC 104 Bus z Figure 1 1 CoreModule 420 Connector Locations 00000 JP1 0 O 7 lo dl J6 43 o JP6 s ofojoJoja o o o o m 4o ofo 6 Of 5 5 ojojojojoj o mo 5 DO a Ollo o J9 14 J13 JP5 JPA fo 6 OO py Ke Oloo 5 ie OJO o OJO oo 5 o enog O O J4 En Sins 0000 DM O O 0 5 00000 fo allo o 0 0 O oo J11 5 Sg 66 o 910 00 O OJo 0 Q O olo o En o oo 0 90 o AUS feljoo 00 OO 00 D1E3 2 00 oo 5o OO 00 00 oo oo 90 U14 5 o J2 a P1B P1A E O1J10 P1C 0 P1D 0 0 6 6 6 6 6 6 6 6 6 6 6 6 6 6 6 6 6 6 6 6 6 5 6 6 5 0 6 65 6 5 65 6 0 0 0 6 5 6 0 5 0 6 6 6 0 5 6 o 06 06 E
3. and application programs can easily be run from the CompactFlash card without modification Use only Type I or II PC cards from commercially available suppliers but check for compatibility with UDMA 100 IDE hard disk drives Older CompactFlash cards that are not compatible with UDMA 100 IDE hard disk drives may cause system hangs Tools Required The following tools are needed to remove and install the CompactFlash card onto or off of the CoreModule 420 SBC e Small to medium flat blade screwdriver e Anti static service kit Use a complete anti static service kit or the equivalent to remove or install the CompactFlash card A complete anti static service kit should include a static dissipating work surface a chassis clip lead and a wrist or ankle strap CompactFlash Card Installation Guidelines The CompactFlash card is a solid state disk device that emulates an IDE drive When installed it becomes one of the two IDE drives supported by the primary EIDE disk controller e Use commercially available CompactFlash cards with Type I or II PC card connector e Configure the CompactFlash card in the BIOS Setup Utility as CF on Sec Master Installing the CompactFlash Card This procedure describes discounting enough cables to turn the CoreModule 420 over exposing the bottom of the board to install or remove the CompactFlash card 1 CoreModule 420 preparation Ifthe CoreModule 420 is already prepared for CompactFlas
4. Connecting IDE Video and Floppy Parallel Cables QuickStart Guide CoreModule 420 Chapter 1 Utility J5 Floppy Parallel J4 Floppy Parallel Cable to J4 Serial 1 J3 Setting Up the EnCore 420 Floppy B Floppy to Parallel Adapter Cable Figure 1 4 Connecting Floppy to Parallel Adapter Cable Floppy A Typical CM420QKS 11a 5 Connect Utility cable CE The Utility cable is connected to the Utility connector J5 See Figures 1 1 1 2 and 1 5 The serial cables are connected to the respective Serial ports J3 J9 J13 and J14 See Figures 1 1 1 2 and 1 5 All four serial ports use the same type cable for each port vertical or right angel The Ethernet cable is connected to the Ethernet connector J2 See Figures 1 1 1 2 and 1 5 8 Connect USB cable REZ The USB cable is connected to the USB connector J10 See Figures 1 1 1 2 and 1 5 The RTC battery and its cable are connected to the Utility cable connector to power the RTC See Figures 1 5 and 1 6 CoreModule 420 QuickStart Guide Chapter 1 Setting Up the CoreModule 420 10 Connect Power cable The Power cable is connected to the power connector J7 See Figures 1 1 1 2 and 1 5 NOTE The connector on the free end of the cable is the same type connector provided on AT or ATX power supplies used to connect to hard disk drives Keyboard Mous
5. oo6o0nmliooooooooooooooogooo E 2 6 6 66 0 6 0 6 6 6 66 66 0 6 6 6 0 9 20000 JP2 S J7 S z o Pin 1 locations are marked with O0 W or Figure 1 2 Module Pin 1 Locations CoreModule 420 QuickStart Guide 3 Chapter 1 Setting Up the CoreModule 420 Skip any steps that do not apply to your situation 1 Connect IDE cable FK Y The IDE cable and its adapter are connected to the IDE connector J6 See Figures 1 1 1 2 and 1 3 2 Connect Floppy Parallel cable The floppy parallel cable is connected to the Floppy Parallel port J4 See Figures 1 1 1 2 and 1 3 3 Connect Floppy to Parallel adapter cable The Floppy to Parallel adapter cable is connected to the cable connected to the Floppy Parallel port J4 See Figures 1 3 and 1 4 NOTE The Floppy to Parallel adapter cable is only required when using the floppy disk drive to access floppy diskettes To use the parallel port for printer output disconnect the Floppy to Parallel adapter cable and connect directly to the printer s cable 4 Connect Video cable CRT Fe Se tes 394 4 EE The video cable CRT is connected to the Video connector J11 See Figures 1 1 1 2 and 1 3 Video Connector Pin Adapter IDE Connector 2mm to 1 inch Shown with only one connector for simplicity Floppy Parallel Port Connector CM420QkS_08a Figure 1 3
6. QuickStart Guide CoreModule 420 Chapter 2 Installing CoreModule 420 Options The procedures in this chapter describe how to install or remove the supported options onto the CoreModule 420 single board computer SBC Some of the CoreModule 420 options described in this chapter may require turning the CoreModule 420 over to install or remove the option from the CoreModule 420 DiskOnChip DOC Installation The CoreModule 420 SBC supports the DiskOnChip by M Systems in the bytewide socket US NOTE The DiskOnChip is not listed as a drive and is not in the boot order Refer to the software instructions provided with the specific DiskOnChip device for more information concerning booting the device Tools Required Use a complete anti static service kit or the equivalent to remove or install the DiskOnChip onto the CoreModule 420 A complete anti static service kit should include a static dissipating work surface a chassis clip lead and a wrist or ankle strap Installing the DiskOnChip DOC CAUTION To prevent damage to the CoreModule 420 or the DiskOnChip ensure the power supply to the CoreModule 420 is turned off and the power cord has been removed from the power source Most AT power supplies will continue to provide standby current to the CoreModule 420 until the power cord is disconnected 1 Ifthe CoreModule 420 SBC is already powered up power down the system and remove the power cord from the power supply
7. on a flat anti static surface See Figure 2 4 5 Check for bent pins or debris on the pins of the CompactFlash socket J12 6 Remove the CompactFlash card from its protective bag handling the CompactFlash card by its edges 7 Insert the CompactFlash card into the slots of the protective cover parallel to the bottom of the CoreModule 420 as shown in Figure 2 3 The CompactFlash card edge and pins are keyed to install into the socket with only one orientation CompactFlash Socket J12 Pin 1 CM420QkS 05a Pin 1 Marker Insert CompactFlash Card Figure 2 3 Installing the CompactFlash Card 8 Push the CompactFlash card into the socket until it is firmly into the socket and mates with the pins See Figure 2 4 9 Turn the CoreModule 420 back over onto the bottom of the board placing it on the work surface 10 Reconnect any cables you disconnected earlier to turn the board over 11 Ensure all other connections to the CoreModule 420 are still well connected CoreModule 420 QuickStart Guide 15 Chapter 2 Installing CoreModule 420 Options 12 Plug the power supply s power cord into the AC power source and restore power CompactFlash Socket J12 CompactFlash Card CM420QkS_06a ES RS CEES Protective Cover eS Do not remove RSs CoreModue 420 Bottom View Figure 2 4 CompactFlash Card Installed Removing the CompactFlash Card This procedure describes discounting enough cables to turn
8. with the needed manuals utilities and tools not explained earlier 5 Install any special OS drivers not found on the manufacturer s diskette s or CD ROM Refer to the directories on the CoreModule 420 Doc amp SW CD ROM for instructions on installing the special drivers for the desired OS If the desired drivers can not be found contact Ampro through the Virtual Technician on the web site with a request for the driver s or use the Link to Ampro s web site on the CoreModule 420 Doc amp SW CD ROM to get the latest updates Refer also to the Appendix A Technical Support for more information 6 Install any utilities or other development tools you may need from the CoreModule 420 Doc amp SW CD ROM Refer to the directories on the CoreModule 420 Doc amp SW CD ROM for instructions on installing and using the utilities or development tools for the desired OS CoreModule 420 QuickStart Guide 19 Chapter 2 Installing CoreModule 420 Options 20 QuickStart Guide CoreModule 420 AppendixA Technical Support Contacting Support Ampro Computers Inc provides a number of methods for contacting Technical Support listed below in Table A 1 Requests for support through the Virtual Technician are given the highest priority and usually will be addressed within one working day e Ampro Virtual Technician This is a comprehensive support center designed to meet all your technical needs This service is free and available 24 hour
9. 1 Setting Up the CoreModule 420 Using this Guide This guide provides the most efficient way to set up your CoreModule 420 single board computer SBC The instructions provided in this guide include e Removing the CoreModule 420 from the shipping container and inventorying the accessories e Connecting cables to the CoreModule 420 e Connecting the peripherals boot devices and power supply to the CoreModule 420 e Powering up the CoreModule 420 Information not provided in this QuickStart Guide includes e CoreModule 420 SBC Specifications e Environmental requirements e CoreModule 420 connector pin numbers and definitions e Supplied software use and programming considerations Requirements The following peripherals and devices are needed to make full use of the CoreModule 420 e Peripherals Customer provided Keyboard PS 2 Adapter provided in QuickStart Kit PS 2 Mouse CRT Monitor e Power Supply Customer provided AT or 5V power supply Typically an AT power supply is required to provide power to the CoreModule 420 SBC and its associated peripherals and boot devices e Boot Devices one or more Customer provided Floppy Disk drive adapter cable provided by Ampro CD ROM IDE hard disk drive DiskOnChip CompactFlash card may be provided by Ampro e Optional Devices Connections Customer provided TFT Flat Panel and custom cable Ethernet connection USB Devices What s in the Box
10. CAUTION To prevent damage to the static sensitive components on the CoreModule 420 ensure you follow good Electrostatic Discharge principles The CoreModule 420 and the DiskOnChip are sensitive to static electricity and can be easily damaged by improper handling Do the following when handling the CoreModule 420 and its related DiskOnChip Always use an anti static wrist ankle strap and a grounding mat Before you handle the CoreModule 420 or remove the DiskOnChip from the anti static bag touch a grounded unpainted metal surface to discharge any static electricity 2 Verify the bytewide socket U5 pins are clear of any material or obstructions that would prevent installation or bend the DiskOnChip pins CoreModule 420 QuickStart Guide 11 Chapter 2 Installing CoreModule 420 Options DiskOnChip Module Utility Connector J5 _ Bytewide Socket U5 Serial Port J3 COM 1 CM420QkS_04a Floppy Parallel Port J4 Figure 2 1 Installing DiskOnChip 3 Remove the DiskOnChip from the anti static package and check it for bent pins before attempting to insert it into the bytewide socket US 4 Align pin one of the bytewide socket US with pin 1 of the DiskOnChip See Figure 2 1 5 Gently insert the DiskOnChip into the bytewide socket U5 as shown in Figure 2 1 and gently rock it side to side while pressing down until it is firmly into the bytewide socket US 6 Set the jumpers for JP4 JP5 a
11. Incorporated 5215 Hellyer Avenue San Jose CA 95138 1007 Tel 408 360 0200 Fax 408 360 0222 www ampro com Copyright 2004 Ampro Computers Incorporated Audience Assumptions This users guide is for the person who is setting up the CoreModule 420 to implement your design of computer related equipment including but not limited to hardware and software design and implementation of the same Ampro Computers Inc assumes you are qualified in designing and implementing your hardware designs and its related software into your prototype computer equipment 1 QuickStart Guide CoreModule 420 Contents Chapter 1 Setting Up the CoreModule 420 nanasan nennen enen eneee vereren ener 1 Using this GUIAS inversteren A daa 1 Requirements iii dd dia 1 What s in the BOX ita A a Dd LAA A hdnn ded 1 Setup tepic li A Adalid 2 Preparations e ent 2 Setting Up 2 Connecting Cables to the CoreModule 420 3 Connecting Boot Devices and Peripherals en 7 Applying Power to the CoreModule 420 nennen ire 8 Chapter 2 Installing CoreModule 420 Options 11 DiskOnChip DOG 11 REQUIRED 11 Installing the DiskOnChip DOC nennen nnnm nennen nennen nnns 11 13 CompactFlash Card Installation ss 14 Tools e 14 nnne 14 Installing the CompactFl
12. Internet Explorer 4 x or greater Netscape Navigator version 4 x or greater or the equivalent on a PC Software download links are provided for Adobe Acrobat Reader version 4 x or greater to view the manuals and documents An Internet connection is required for the Adobe Acrobat link or access to the Ampro web site The CoreModule 420 Doc amp SW CD ROM should auto start but if it does not go to the root level of the CD ROM and locate the index htm by a Selecting Run from the Start menu in any Windows PC b Browsing the contents of the CD ROM until you find the index htm at the root level c Select this file and press OK to start the CD ROM The CD ROM starts and opens the main menu of the CD ROM 4 Select from the directories as shown below CoreModule 420 Documentation CoreModule 420 Reference Manual QuickStart Guide Development System Users Guide and Release notes etc CoreModule 420 Software Supported operating systems drivers code examples and Board Support Packages BSPs Need Adobe Acrobat Link to Adobe Acrobat Reader need Internet connection Check for Latest Updates Hot link to Ampro web site for finding and downloading the latest updates refer to Getting Updates in Appendix A Technical Support also need Internet connection 18 QuickStart Guide CoreModule 420 Chapter 2 Installing CoreModule 420 Options There are directories and subdirectories under these topics that should provide you
13. M CoreModule 420 PC 104 Single Board Computer QuickStart Guide P N 5001693A Revision A Notice Page NOTICE No part of this document may be reproduced transmitted transcribed stored in a retrieval system or translated into any language or computer language in any form or by any means electronic mechanical magnetic optical chemical manual or otherwise without the prior written permission of Ampro Computers Incorporated DISCLAIMER Ampro Computers Incorporated makes no representations or warranties with respect to the contents of this manual or of the associated Ampro products and specifically disclaims any implied warranties of merchantability or fitness for any particular purpose Ampro shall under no circumstances be liable for incidental or consequential damages or related expenses resulting from the use of this product even if it has been notified of the possibility of such damages Ampro reserves the right to revise this publication from time to time without obligation to notify any person of such revisions If errors are found please contact Ampro at the address listed below on the Notice page of this document TRADEMARKS The Ampro logo is a registered trademark and CoreModule EnCore Little Board LittleBoard MiniModule and ReadyBoard are trademarks of Ampro Computers Inc All other marks are the property of their respective companies REVISION HISTORY Initial Release Mar 04 Ampro Computers
14. M prior to power up you will see an error message No Bootable Device Available after the CoreModule 420 completes the boot process The boot process stops until you to select from one of these options Enter BIOS Setup press S or skip to Step 18 S for entering BIOS Setup Press R to reboot the system R for Rebooting the system Load a bootable device with the Operating System included press R to reboot and then skip to Step 18 Turn off the power switch on the power supply e If you do not make a selection the POST routine remains stalled until you intervene 8 QuickStart Guide CoreModule 420 Chapter 1 Setting Up the EnCore 420 18 Enter BIOS Setup Utility e Press the lt Del gt key during POST or S to enter BIOS Setup Use BIOS Setup during the initial boot to set the desired options time and date alter the boot drive for the floppy drive CD ROM or hard disk drive etc Refer to the next step to alter the boot sequence while in Setup 19 Alter Boot Order only if e If you need to alter the boot sequence to select a bootable device needed perform the items listed in this step a Select the BIOS and Hardware Settings menu as shown in the _ E figure to the right and press ee Enter The sub steps listed here show you how to change the Boot Sequence while in the gt BIOS and Hardware Settings gt BIOS Setup Utility
15. Refer to the QuickStart Kit Contents Sheet for a list of the items in the shipping container CoreModule 420 QuickStart Guide Chapter 1 Setting Up the CoreModule 420 Setup Steps It is Important to follow the setup steps in this section in the exact order listed here but skip any steps that do not apply to your situation References are provided to chapters within this guide or other Ampro documents for more information about installation and use of the CoreModule 420 SBC Preparations 1 Open shipping box Locate the QuickStart Kit Contents Sheet Unpack the contents of the shipping box 2 Verify Contents Verify the contents of the shipping box against the QuickStart Contents Sheet included with your CoreModule 420 SBC shipping box If anything is missing or damaged call your sales representative or Tech Support 3 Support Documentation CoreModule 420 QuickStart Guide CoreModule 420 This hardcopy document describes how to setup install and power up Documentation and the CoreModule 420 found in the QuickStart Kit and this manual is also Support Software provided as a PDF file on the CoreModule 420 Documentation and Doc amp SW CD ROM Support Software Doc amp SW CD ROM CoreModule 420 Reference Manual This document describes the CoreModule 420 and provides detailed reference information for your CoreModule 420 and is found on the CoreModule 420 Doc amp SW CD ROM as a PDF file Settin
16. ash Card ss 14 Removing the CompactFlash Card ss 16 Installing Software Drivers and Utilities 18 Appendix A Technical 50 21 Contacting Supports irrita MARIE Eee taerae Rd ade PR DE ee 21 Getting Updates uini ennn nente ERE Hee EGERIT eae 21 Appendix B Connector Part Numbers sens 23 List of Figures Figure 1 1 CoreModule 420 Connector Locations nennen neerenenneerenenneerenenneerennneerenenn 3 Figure 1 2 Module Pin 1 Locations 3 Figure 1 3 Connecting IDE Video and Floppy Parallel Cables nnn ennen eneen eneen 4 Figure 1 4 Connecting Floppy to Parallel Adapter Cable 5 Figure 1 5 Connecting Utility Serial s Ethernet USB and Power Cables 6 Figure 1 6 Connecting Battery cuantos 6 Figure 2 1 Installing DiskOnChip iere etit entretien thee ki sahen E E 12 13 Figure 2 3 Installing the CompactFlash Card 15 Figure 2 4 CompactFlash Card Installed nnan 16 Figure 2 5 Removing the CompactFlash Card 17 List of Tables Table 1 1 Jumper 10 Table 2 1 DiskOnChip Jumper Settings 12 Table A 1 Technical Support Contact Information none nenene eneen ennenneeenenvennennneeeneen enn 21 Table B 1 Connector and Manufacturer s Part Numbers nnen ennen eenen enennenneneeenen enn 23 CoreModule 420 QuickStart Guide 111 Contents iv QuickStart Guide CoreModule 420 Chapter
17. compact flash card to boot the system e If you have to change the boot order to do so refer to Step 19 e If you do not intend to install the OS or additional drivers onto the hard disk drive skip Step 21 See jumper setting next page CoreModule 420 QuickStart Guide 9 Setting Up the CoreModule 420 Chapter 1 information Refer to Installing Software Drivers and Utilities in Chapter 2 and the CoreModule 420 Doc amp SW CD ROM for more 21 Install the desired Operating System OS on the hard disk drive e Locate the desired Operating System OS diskette s or CD ROM and follow the manufacturer s instructions for installing the OS and the necessary drivers onto the hard disk drive Refer to Note on Hard Drive installation from 11b page 7 For Windows Operating Systems most of the necessary drivers are found on the manufacturer s installation CD ROM For non Windows Operating Systems some or all of the necessary drivers may be found on the manufacturer s diskette s or CD ROM Refer to Installing Software Drivers and Utilities in Chapter 2 and the CoreModule 420 software subdirectory on the CoreModule 420 Doc amp SW CD ROM for instructions NOTE The CoreModule 420 SBC ships from the factory configured only for CRT support Ampro provides LCD TFT support for flat panels with specific resolutions Refer to the CoreModule 420 Reference Manual the Release Notes and Vir
18. cturer s Part Numbers Connector Pin Number Pin Spacing Manufacturer Manufacturer s PN Orientation J2 Ethernet 8 pin 0 1 right angle Molex Housing 10 11 2063 Pins 08 55 0102 J3 Serial 1 10 pin 0 1 right angle Molex 10 89 1106 14 Floppy 26 pin 0 1 right angle T amp B Ansley or 609 2600M or Parallel Spectra Strip 812 2622 134 J5 Utility 10 pin 0 1 right angle AMP or 102387 1 or Molex 22 55 3101 16 IDE 44 pin 2mm straight TEKA HM222BT1U 191 00 J7 Power 10 pin 0 1 right angle AMP or Housing 87456 5 or Molex 22 55 2101 AMP or Contact 87523 6 or Molex 16 02 0103 J8 GPIO 10 pin 2mm straight Adam Tech or D2PH 2 10 SG 146 118 420 or Samtec TW 05 06 G D 420 110 J9 Serial 2 10 pin 0 1 right angle Molex 10 89 1106 J10 USB 5 pin 0 1 right angle Molex 22 12 2054 J11 Video 44 pin 2mm right angle Adam Tech or 2PH2R44SGA Astron AT PH2 44 2 1 GF J13 Serial 3 10 pin 0 1 straight Molex 15 91 3100 J14 Serial 4 10 pin 0 1 straight Molex 15 91 3100 CoreModule 420 QuickStart Guide 23 Appendix B Connector Part Numbers 24 QuickStart Guide CoreModule 420
19. de screwdriver into the slot as shown in Figure 2 5 16 QuickStart Guide CoreModule 420 Chapter 2 10 11 12 15 14 Installing CoreModule 420 Options Clockwise MI 1st V y Turn bus 2nd Turn 4 Counter IE Clockwise CM420QkS_07a Figure 2 5 Removing the CompactFlash Card Turn the screwdriver clockwise to loosen the CompactFlash card as shown in Figure 2 5 Move the screwdriver to the other slot and turn the screwdriver counter clockwise to completely disengage the CompactFlash card from the socket See Figure 2 5 Grasp the two sides of the CompactFlash card and gently pull it from the CompactFlash socket protective cover and place on anti static surface or in anti static bag If you are installing a new or the same CompactFlash card skip to the Installing the CompactFlash Card procedure If your are not re installing a new or the same CompactFlash card continue with this procedure Turn the CoreModule 420 back over onto the bottom of the board placing it on the work surface Reconnect any cables you disconnected earlier to turn the board over Ensure all other connections to the CoreModule 420 are still well connected Plug the power supply s power cord into the AC power source and restore power CoreModule 420 QuickStart Guide 17 Chapter 2 Installing CoreModule 420 Options Installing Software Drivers and Utilities To install the operating system and re
20. e Connector Connector Full cables for Serial Ports 3 amp 4 are not shown for simplicity Speaker Reset Switch Serial 2 COM 2 Battery Connector Utility Cable Serial 1 COM 1 Cable Ethernet Cable 8 al g Standard power connector S 3 for Hard Disk Drives found 1 5 on AT or ATX Power Supplies Figure 1 5 Connecting Utility Serial s Ethernet USB and Power Cables Connecting Battery CM4200kS_10a Figure 1 6 Connecting Battery 6 QuickStart Guide CoreModule 420 Chapter 1 Connecting Boot Devices and Peripherals Setting Up the EnCore 420 a 11 Connect the OS boot devices e There are four options for connecting an OS boot device to the CoreModule 420 Skip the devices that are not applicable to your situation Connect a floppy disk drive to the floppy parallel cable connected to J4 on the CoreModule 420 b Use one of the free IDE pin adapter PCBs to connect the IDE hard disk drive The IDE cable has two connectors with 2mm to 0 1 adapters on each one for connection to an IDE hard disk drive and CD ROM Connect an IDE hard disk drive to one of the free connectors on the IDE cable Ampro does not recommend using a hard drive with a preinstalled OS from another model PC to boot the CoreModule 420 This has proven to cause problems or provide unreliable operation Use a bootable device floppy CD ROM or CF to load the OS onto the hard drive whil
21. e CoreModule have good power connections to the AT power supply Applying Power to the CoreModule 420 14 Check Set the Power Supply e Ifthe power supply module uses auto ranging operation at Input Voltage 50 60Hz skip this step e Check the input voltage switch on the power supply located on the rear of the supply just below the power connector The input voltage switch typically has two positions 115 or 230 volts 115 volts is default position 15 Check jumpers on the board e Check the jumpers on the CoreModule 420 before applying power to the board Refer to Figure 1 2 and the Table 1 1 at the end of this chapter CAUTION To prevent damage to the CoreModule 420 check the jumper settings before applying power to the board The jumpers could be loose or missing due to shipping 16 Power up the Plug the CRT monitor s power cord into an AC outlet and turn CoreModule 420 on the monitor Plug the AT power supply s power cord into the AC outlet Turn the AT power supply s power switch to On before continuing 17 Verify the You should see POST complete successfully before the system CoreModule 420 starts loading the operating system powsis up saligfetonly e Ifthe operating system OS is found exit the OS and reboot the system to set the initial BIOS Setup options Go to Step 16 If the desired OS is not loaded on one of the boot devices floppy drive CompactFlash CF or CD RO
22. e attached to the CoreModule 420 Additional drivers can be loaded while still connected to the CoreModule 420 Refer to Step 21 c Connect a CD ROM drive to the available connector on IDE cable from J6 on the CoreModule Use the second or free IDE pin adapter PCB amp 2mm connector on the IDE cable to connect the CD ROM drive d Install a CompactFlash card with a bootable OS into the the socket J12 on the CoreModue 420 are provided in Chapter 2 Installing CoreModule 420 Options later in this manual CompactFlash socket J12 Instructions and limitations for installing the CompactFlash card into 12 Connect the device cables to the CoreModule cables This includes the keyboard mouse CRT monitor power supply and any remaining devices you want connected during the boot process Connect the keyboard to the larger DIN connector on the Utility cable If required a PS 2 to AT adapter 1s provided in QuickStart Kit Connect the mouse to the PS 2 connector on the Utility cable Connect the CRT monitor cable to the Video connector from J11 on the CoreModule CoreModule 420 QuickStart Guide Chapter 1 Setting Up the CoreModule 420 e Connect the AT power supply or 5 voltage power supply to the power connector on J7 of the CoreModule 13 Connect all support devices Ensure all of the support devices you have plugged into the to the power supply connectors from th
23. g Up the Workspace CAUTION To prevent damage to the electronic components on the CoreModule 420 SBC do not handle the board until you have followed good Electro Static Precautions Always touch a grounded unpainted metal surface before touching the CoreModule 420 SBC or any of the components on the board Always use an anti static wrist strap connected to a grounding mat which has static dissipating characteristics and attached to earth ground 4 Select workbench location e The workbench location should have a static free non conductive mat or the equivalent to place the CoreModule 420 and its cables for setup and operation including the connection of the power supply peripherals and support devices 5 Connect an ESD strap to e Connect an ESD strap between your body wrist or ankle and ground your body or the static free mat If you do not have your own ESD strap an ESD kit is provided in the QuickStart Kit with an anti static wrist strap 6 Unpack CoreModule 420 e Remove the CoreModule 420 from its protective plastic case and place it on static free work surface 2 QuickStart Guide CoreModule 420 Chapter 1 Setting Up the EnCore 420 Connecting Cables to the CoreModule 420 Connect the cables provided with the CoreModule 420 QuickStart Kit to the respective connectors on the CoreModule 420 Skip any cable s that do not apply to your situation Serial 2 J9 IDE J6 Serial 4 J14 COM 2
24. h installation with power disconnected skip to Step 3 Ifthe CoreModule 420 is connected and working power down the system and continue with next step CAUTION To prevent damage to the CoreModule 420 or the CompactFlash card ensure the power supply to the CoreModule 420 is turned off and the power cord has been removed from the power source Most AT power supplies will continue to provide standby current to the CoreModule 420 until the power cord is disconnected 2 Disconnect the power cord to the power supply 14 QuickStart Guide CoreModule 420 Chapter 2 Installing CoreModule 420 Options CAUTION To prevent damage to the CoreModule 420 or the CompactFlash card do not touch the either one without first discharging yourself and following good Electro Static Prevention principals The CoreModule 420 and the CompactFlash card are sensitive to static electricity and can be easily damaged by improper handling Do the following when handling either one Leave the CompactFlash in the anti static bag until you are ready to install it Always use an anti static wrist ankle strap and a grounding mat Before you remove a CompactFlash from the anti static bag touch a grounded unpainted metal surface to discharge any static electricity 3 Disconnect any cables that would prevent you from turning the CoreModule 420 over exposing the bottom of the board 4 Turn the CoreModule 420 over to access the bottom of the board and lay it
25. he CoreModule 420 ensure you follow good Electrostatic Discharge principles The CoreModule 420 and the DiskOnChip are sensitive to static electricity and can be easily damaged by improper handling Do the following when handling the CoreModule 420 and its related DiskOnChip Always use an anti static wrist ankle strap and a grounding mat Before you handle the CoreModule 420 or remove the DiskOnChip from the anti static package touch a grounded unpainted metal surface to discharge any static electricity 2 Grasp the DiskOnChip and gently rock it side to side while lifting it up out of the bytewide socket 3 Lift the DiskOnChip away from the bytewide socket and put it on an anti static surface or anti static package for safe keeping See Figure 2 2 DiskOnChip Module Bytewide Socket U5 Serial Port J3 COM 1 CM420QkS_04b Floppy Parallel Port J4 Figure 2 2 Removing DiskOnChip CoreModule 420 QuickStart Guide 13 Chapter 2 Installing CoreModule 420 Options CompactFlash Card Installation The CompactFlash interface allows you to substitute a solid state flash memory card for a conventional hard disk drive The socket J12 accepts standard CompactFlash media card similar to a PCMCIA memory card but smaller The CompactFlash card is used in much the same way as a removable media hard drive Any DOS or Windows based application including the operating system utilities drivers
26. l Ampro Computers Incorporated 5215 Hellyer Avenue San Jose CA 95138 1007 USA Getting Updates This feature is provided for you on the CoreModule 420 Doc amp SW Documentation amp Software CD ROM and is a hot link to Ampro s Web site You can access the latest updates by clicking on Check for Latest Updates in your CD ROM s main menu The link on the CD ROM takes you to the Ampro web site where the search and compare engine on the web site compares your current CD ROM to the latest files available on the Ampro web site Once you have made a selection of desired type of updated material the search and compare engine generates a list of the current manuals or software updates not on your CD ROM and displays this list on the screen for you to view Once the list is displayed you can select the desired updates or new files from the list you want to download to your PC You can then printout the updates or files save it to disk or store it on a new CD ROM This list includes documentation and software updates However you must be registered online before you login in to the Ampro web site to access this information CoreModule 420 QuickStart Guide 21 Appendix A Technical Support 22 QuickStart Guide CoreModule 420 Appendix B Connector Part Numbers These connectors are used on the CoreModule 420 and can be used to determine the mating connectors if you want to make your own cables Table B 1 Connector and Manufa
27. nd JP7 to boot from the DiskOnChip before you restore power to the CoreModule 420 See Table 2 1 Table 2 1 DiskOnChip Jumper Settings Jumper Installed Removed 104 amp JPS Enable BIOS Normal operation Disabled See other positions BIOS Select boots from flash Pins 1 3 JPS 4 Enable External BIOS Used for Disabled See other positions E EE recovery Pins 1 2 pee DOC Select Enable DOC Boot from Disabled See other positions umper Setting d j Shown in Default DiskOnChip in bytewide socket Pins 1 3 amp 2 4 Default JP7 DiskOnChip Boot from DC000h DDFFFh Boot from CC000h CDFFFh Boot Address Pins 1 2 No jumper Refer to the CoreModule 420 Reference Manual for more information on the location of the jumpers as well as other jumper settings Refer also to Table 1 1 in this manual 12 QuickStart Guide CoreModule 420 Chapter 2 Installing CoreModule 420 Options Removing the DiskOnChip DOC CAUTION To prevent damage to the CoreModule 420 or the DiskOnChip ensure the power supply to the CoreModule 420 is turned off and the power cord has been removed from the power source Most AT power supplies will continue to provide standby current to the CoreModule 420 until the power cord is disconnected 1 Ensure the CoreModule 420 power supply is turned off and the power cord is removed from the power supply CAUTION To prevent damage to the static sensitive components on t
28. s a day through the Ampro web site at http ampro custhelp com This includes a searchable database of Frequently Asked Questions which will help you with the common information requested by most customers This is a good source of information to look at first for your technical solutions However you must register online before you can log in to access this service Personal Assistance You may also request personal assistance by going to the Ask a Question area in the Virtual Technician Requests can be submitted 24 hours a day 7 days a week You will receive immediate confirmation that your request has been entered Once you have submitted your request you can go to the My Stuff area and log in to check status update your request and access other features e Embedded Design Resource Center This service is also free and available 24 hours a day at the Ampro web site at http www ampro com However you must be registered online before you can log in to access this service The Embedded Design Resource Center was created as a resource for embedded system developers to share Ampro s knowledge insight and expertise gained from years of experience This page contains links to White Papers Specifications and additional technical information Table A 1 Technical Support Contact Information Method Contact Information Virtual Technician http ampro custhelp com Web Site http www ampro com Standard Mai
29. spective software drivers refer to the following procedure 1 If you are using the CompactFlash card to boot the system and don t wish to install the OS onto a hard disk drive skip to Step 3 Refer to the Release Notes on the CoreModule 420 Doc amp SW CD ROM for more information 2 Install the desired Operating System OS and related drivers from the manufacturer s diskette s or CD ROM Follow the manufacturer s instructions to install the desired OS and respective drivers For Windows Operating Systems some of the necessary drivers may be found on the manufacturer s installation diskette or CD ROM If more software drivers are needed refer to the CoreModule 420 Doc amp SW CD ROM For other Operating Systems some or all of the necessary drivers may be found on the manufacturer s installation diskette s or CD ROM If not refer to the CoreModule 420 Doc amp SW CD ROM 3 Run the CoreModule 420 Doc amp SW CD ROM to access the documentation Release Notes various utilities and OS drivers not on the manufacturer s diskette s or CD ROM The CoreModule 420 Doc amp SW CD ROM will operate on any Windows PC allowing you to view download or print the contents of the CD ROM This includes the CoreModule 420 QuickStart Guide CoreModule 420 Reference Manual Release Notes software drivers and various utilities You must have an Internet browser to view the main menu and make selections examples Microsoft
30. the CoreModule 420 over exposing the bottom of the board to install or remove the CompactFlash card 1 Ifthe CoreModule 420 SBC is already powered up power down the system CAUTION To prevent damage to the CoreModule 420 or the CompactFlash card ensure the power supply to the CoreModule 420 is turned off and the power cord has been removed from the power source Most AT power supplies will continue to provide standby current to the CoreModule 420 until the power cord is disconnected 2 Disconnect the power cord to the power supply CAUTION To prevent damage to the CompactFlash card do not touch the CompactFlash card without first discharging yourself and following good Electrostatic Discharge principals CompactFlash cards are sensitive to static electricity and can be easily damaged by improper handling Do the following when handling the CompactFlash card Leave the CompactFlash card in the anti static bag until you are ready to install it Always use an anti static wrist ankle strap and a grounding mat Before you remove a CompactFlash card from the anti static bag touch a grounded unpainted metal surface to discharge any static electricity 3 Disconnect any cables that would prevent you from turning the CoreModule 420 over exposing the bottom of the board 4 Turn the CoreModule 420 over to access the bottom of the board and lay it on a flat anti static surface See Figure 2 4 5 Insert a small to medium flat bla
31. tual Technician on the web site for instructions and additional information when customizing the BIOS to a particular flat panel Table 1 1 Jumper Settings BIOS DOC Select Jumper Setting Shown in Default Jumper Installed Removed JP1 Serial Port 1 Enable RS485 Termination Disable RS485 Termination Termination Pins 1 2 No jumper Default setting JP2 Serial Port 2 Enable RS485 Termination Disable RS485 Termination Termination Pins 1 2 No jumper Default setting 104 amp 5 Enable Internal BIOS Normal operation Disabled Won t Boot BIOS DOC Select Pins 1 3 on both JP4 amp JP5 See other positions JP5 JP4 Enable External BIOS Used for recovery Disabled Won t Boot HE Pins 1 2 on both JP4 amp JP5 See other positions Enable DOC Boot from DiskOnChip in bytewide socket Pins 1 3 amp 2 4 on both JP4 amp JP5 Default setting Disabled Won t Boot See other positions Address Select JP6 3 3 Volts Pins 1 2 5 Volts Pins 2 3 Flat Panel Voltage Selection JP7 Access from DC000h DDFFFh Access from CC000h CDFFFh DiskOnChip Boot Pins 1 2 No jumper JP8 Serial Port 1 Enable Serial Port 1 Disabled Serial Port 1 Pins 1 2 Default setting Pins 2 3 JP9 Serial Port 2 Enable Serial Port 2 Disabled Serial Port 2 Pins 1 2 Default setting Pins 2 3 Note JP8 and JP9 Enable Disable the Serial ports at the STPC Altas CPU chip 10
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