National Instruments TPC-22 series Getting Started

Getting Started with the
TPC-22xx

General Information

Introduction
I/O Ports
This guide includes setup instructions and specifications for the TPC-22xx
Human Machine Interface (HMI).
The TPC-22xx touch panel computer, an HMI based on an x86 platform,
includes these key features:
• Powerful processing—The TPC-22xx uses the Intel Atom processor,
specifically designed for embedded, industrial applications.
• Fanless—By using an advanced but low-power Intel Atom processor,
the TPC-22xx does not require a fan for cooling.
• Robust communication—The TPC-22xx is a powerful I/O interface
for easy communication with other devices. The I/O interface includes
serial ports, gigabit Ethernet, and USB 2.0 support.
• Wide operating temperature and isolation protection—The
TPC-22xx provides a –20 to 60 °C operating temperature range and
complete isolation protection for the serial ports.
• Windows Embedded support—The TPC-22xx supports the latest
embedded Windows operating systems from Microsoft.
The TPC-22xx includes the following ports:
• Two serial ports: RS232 (COM1) and RS422/485 (COM2)
• Two USB 2.0 ports compliant with USB 1.0 and 1.1
• Two RJ-45 Gigabit Ethernet ports