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- Page 1 USER MANUAL Vector Single Board Computer Rev A – January 2011 – 110124-7000A DIGITAL TECHNOLOGIES FOR A BETTER WORLD www.eurotech.com...
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Page 2: Trademarks
Mounting information added Thermal Management section added Revision history revised Unless specified otherwise, the information in this manual applies to the latest revision of the Vector, as described in Board Revision History, page 41. For information about previous board revisions, check the Eurotech support site (http://support.eurotech-inc.com/) or contact your local Eurotech... -
Page 3: Table Of Contents
Table of Contents Table of Contents Trademarks ..............................2 Document Revision History ..........................2 Table of Contents ............................3 Important User Information ..........................6 Safety Notices and Warnings ......................... 6 Life Support Policy ............................7 Warranty ................................. 7 CE Notice ............................... 7 WEEE ................................ - Page 4 Vector - User Manual A/D Inputs..............................20 Discrete I/O ..............................20 Keypad/GPIO ............................20 System Management I/O ........................21 System Monitoring ............................21 Power and Power Management ........................22 Power Supply Architecture ........................22 ACPI Power Management States ......................23 Mechanical ..............................
- Page 5 Keypad/GPIO ............................39 General ................................. 40 Real-Time Clock ............................. 40 Crystal Frequencies ..........................40 Environmental .............................. 40 Board Revision History ..........................41 Appendix A – Reference Information ......................42 Appendix B – Development Kit ........................43 Eurotech Worldwide Presence ........................44 110124-7000A...
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Page 6: Important User Information
Eurotech reserves the right to revise this document and to change its contents at any time without obligation to notify any person of such revision or changes. -
Page 7: Life Support Policy
To avoid damage caused by ESD (Electro Static Discharge), always use appropriate antistatic precautions when handing any electronic equipment. Life Support Policy Eurotech products are not authorized for use as critical components in life support devices or systems without the express written approval of Eurotech. Warranty For Warranty terms and conditions users should contact their local Eurotech Sales Office. -
Page 8: Rohs
When transporting any module or system, for any reason, it should be packed using anti-static material and placed in a sturdy box with enough packing material to adequately cushion it. Warning: Any product returned to Eurotech that is damaged due to inappropriate packaging will not be covered by the warranty. Conventions The following table describes the conventions for signal names used in this document. -
Page 9: Product Overview
Vector Block Diagram Notes: Figure 1 represents the full feature set of the Vector as provided by the Vector Development Kit (VEC7000). Scaled-down feature configurations are available offering lower cost solutions for your specific application. For additional information about the various configurations of the Vector, contact your local Eurotech sales representative. -
Page 10: Features
Vector - User Manual Features Processor ® ™ • Intel Atom Z5xxP/PT processor at 1.6 GHz (options for 1.1 GHz or 1.33 GHz) ® • Intel System Controller Hub US15WP/PT Integrated System Functions • Embedded Controller • Trusted Platform Management (option) Memory •... -
Page 11: Related Documents
Environmental • Extended-operating temperature available Notes: The features listed in this section define the full capability of the Vector as provided by the Vector Development Kit (VEC7000). Eurotech also offers an industrial temperature configuration and a scaled-down feature configuration. In the industrial configuration, the processor speed is 1.33 GHz and the VGA output is not populated. -
Page 12: Software Support
The Vector incorporates a custom system BIOS developed by Eurotech. Boot Options The Vector has the capability to boot and install the operating system from four sources. The following are the boot options: • CF card (standard) or SD card •... -
Page 13: Hardware Specification
Vector architecture. Intel Atom Processor At the core of the Vector is the Intel Atom processor that incorporates the new low-power Intel micro architecture. The standard processor operating frequency is 1.6 GHz with 1.1 GHz and 1.33 GHz options available. -
Page 14: Memory
(SODIMM) is used on the Vector for system main memory and frame buffer memory. The module is installed in J32, page 35. Standard Vector boards include a 1 GB module. At boot, the BIOS reads a Serial Presence-Detect (SPD) flash memory device on the SODIMM through the SMBus to identify the installed module. -
Page 15: Communications
Bus, page 15. Communications A key capability of the Vector is its comprehensive system connectivity. It includes six USB ports, up to two EIA-232/485 serial ports, Mini PCIe expansion slot, a Gigabit Ethernet port, two CAN 2.0B buses, and an I C bus. -
Page 16: Serial Ports
USB 2.0 client port. USB client devices are self-powered or can receive power from the host computer. Since the USB cable does not power the Vector, it does not need a power input. However, the USB input power is used to sense when a USB cable is connected. -
Page 17: Ethernet
Hardware Specification Eurotech has pretested and approved various peripherals for use with the Vector. For the latest list, check the Eurotech support site (http://support.eurotech-inc.com/) or contact your local Eurotech technical support. Ethernet For direct network connectivity, the Vector includes a Gigabit Ethernet Controller and the RJ-45 socket J12, page 31. -
Page 18: User Interface And Display
The Vector provides an LVDS output to drive a primary display on header J15, page 32. This display output consists of three or four LVDS data pairs, as well as an LVDS pixel clock, supporting 18-bit or 24-bit color. -
Page 19: Vga Display Output (S-Video Or Cvbs Option)
Hardware Specification VGA Display Output (S-Video or CVBS option) To support a standard VGA monitor, the Vector includes an on-board SDVO/RGB display converter that accepts the Serial Digital Video Output (SDVO) from the Intel SCH US15W, encodes the data, and drives the analog RGB output. Signals from three 10-bit DACs internal to the display converter are mapped onto eight-bit color channels for red, green, and blue data. -
Page 20: Audio Interface
I/O devices. The following sections describe the discrete I/O on the Vector. Keypad/GPIO A keypad scan device included on the Vector supports up to a 10x8 keypad or up to eighteen GPIOs. The default setting is eighteen GPIOs. Configuration is software-controlled using the SMBus. For the... -
Page 21: System Management I/O
NXP PCA9554 devices with each device supplying eight bits of general-purpose I/O expansion. For the SMBus address of these devices, see System Management Bus, page 17. The following table lists the function of each SMBus GPIO on the Vector. Name Type Description... -
Page 22: Power And Power Management
Atom processor, Advanced Configuration and Power Interface (ACPI) power management, and the ability to operate in power-saving modes. This section provides an overview of the power supply architecture and summarizes the Vector power management system. Power Supply Architecture On-board voltage regulators accept the main input voltage from header J10, page 30, and generate all other voltages required by the Vector circuitry. -
Page 23: Acpi Power Management States
Table 7. Low Power States The Vector can be "awakened" and returned to full operation by initiating a system wakeup. The following are some of the methods that can wake the system. The actual method implemented depends on your application. -
Page 24: Mechanical Drawing
Vector - User Manual Mechanical Drawing The following mechanical drawings specify the dimensions of the Vector, as well as locations of key components on the board. All dimensions are in inches. Figure 5. Vector, Top View Figure 6. Vector, Side View... -
Page 25: Thermal Management
The following sections provide details about thermal management for the Vector. Thermal Design Power When installed in an enclosure, the Vector may require convective cooling or heat spreading to dissipate the heat generated by the Intel Atom processor and Intel SCH US15W. The following table ®... -
Page 26: Thermal Interface
Many applications will consume considerably less power. Thermal Interface The following diagram illustrates the component side Vector thermal interface. Figure 8. Thermal Interface, Component Side For additional details about thermal management, contact your local Eurotech representative. -
Page 27: Connectors, Switches, And Indicators
Connectors, Switches, and Indicators Connectors, Switches, and Indicators Identifying Connectors The following diagrams illustrate the location of key components on the Vector. Figure 9. Connector Location, Top View Figure 10. Connector Location, Bottom View 110124-7000A... -
Page 28: Indicators And Jumpers
Indicates Wireless Local Area Network (WLAN) Indicates Wireless Personal Area Network (WPAN) D57, D58: General-purpose LEDs The Vector includes two general-purpose LEDs that are controlled by the SMBus GPIOs. For details about these control signals, see System Management I/O, page 21. -
Page 29: Jp2: Sleep/Wake
Connectors, page 27. J3: ITP Debug Port Board connector: 24-pin FFC/FPC connector, 0.5 mm, Molex 52435-2472 Connector J3 provides an In-Target Probe (ITP) debug port for the Vector. This port is not supported for application use. J4: Stereo Speaker Output Board connector: 1x4 shrouded header, 1.25 mm, Molex 53398-0471... -
Page 30: J6: Microphone Input
Tyco Electronics 1318912-1 Header J10 accepts input power from an external supply. VIN is the main power input to the Vector. Voltage regulators on the board accept the main input voltage and generate all other voltages required by the on-board circuitry. -
Page 31: J12: Ethernet
Board connector: 7-pin SATA header, 0.050-inch, Molex 67800-5002 Mating device: 2.5-inch SATA disk drive Header J14 supports a 2.5-inch SATA disk drive. For a description of the external memory interfaces available on the Vector, see External Memory Interfaces, page 14. -
Page 32: J15: Lvds Display Output, Backlight, And Touch Panel
Vector - User Manual J15: LVDS Display Output, Backlight, and Touch Panel Board connector: 2x20 shrouded header, 1 mm, JST BM40B-SRDS-G-TF Mating connector: housing, JST SHDR-40V-S-B and contact, JST SSH-003GA-P0.2 Header J15 provides the primary display interface that includes LVDS data, display power, backlight control, backlight power, and touch panel signals. -
Page 33: J18: Usb Host 1 And Usb Host 5
USB_HOST1+ Ground Notes: As a volume production option, the Vector can provide USB Host 1 and USB Host 5 on headers in place of the dual USB Type A socket. For additional information, contact your local Eurotech sales representative. J21: Keypad/GPIO... -
Page 34: J22: Usb Host 3 And Usb Host 4
USB_HOST4+ Ground Notes: As a volume production option, the Vector can provide USB Host 3 and USB Host 4 on headers in place of the dual USB Type A socket. For additional information, contact your local Eurotech sales representative. J23: A/D Inputs... -
Page 35: J26: Usb Client (Optional Usb Host)
Mating connector: SD/MMC card As a volume production option, the Vector includes an SD card slot on socket J31 in place of the CF card socket J29. Socket J22 supports both SD card and MMC card formats. For a description of the... -
Page 36: J33: Mini Pcie Expansion Slot
Vector - User Manual J33: Mini PCIe Expansion Slot Board connector: 52-pin Mini PCIe socket, Molex 67910-0001 Mating device: PCIe Mini Card Socket J33 supports a Mini PCIe expansion slot. For further details, see Mini PCIe Expansion Slot, page 16. -
Page 37: System Specifications
Front side bus width Notes: The VEC7000 Development Kit operates at 1.6 GHz, commercial temperature. Power Power Supply The Vector accepts the main power input on J10, page 30. For details about the power supply architecture, see Power Supply Architecture, page 22. Parameter Typ. -
Page 38: Sata Drive
The default configuration is normal scan. VGA Display Output The Vector drives a VGA display on header J13, page 31. In addition to the 8:8:8 RGB data, the display convertor provides a DDC interface for monitor “Plug and Play”. For a description of the VGA... -
Page 39: Backlight
Support for L_BKLTEN_B at VIN is available as a volume production option. Audio Interface The 4-channel HD audio codec provides the audio interface for the Vector. This audio codec supports a stereo speaker output on header J4, page 29, a stereo line out on header J5, page 29, and a stereo microphone input on header J6, page 30. -
Page 40: General
This section provides general specifications for the Vector. Real-Time Clock The Vector provides a RTC function that retains the system date and time. To supply backup power when the power input is disconnected, the system includes a long-life, lithium coin battery. For details... -
Page 41: Board Revision History
Board Revision History Board Revision History This manual applies to the current revision of the Vector as given in the following sections. Identifying the Board Revision The revision number is printed on the printed wiring board (PWB). That number is 170124-700Rx, where "x"... -
Page 42: Appendix A - Reference Information
Vector - User Manual Appendix A – Reference Information Product Information Product notices, updated drivers, support material: www.eurotech.com Intel Information about the Intel Atom processor, Intel System Controller Hub US15W, and Intel High Definition Audio specification: www.intel.com Trusted Computing Group Trusted Computer Group specifications: www.trustedcomputinggroup.com... -
Page 43: Appendix B - Development Kit
Appendix B – Development Kit Appendix B – Development Kit The Vector Development Kit is designed to get the developer up and running quickly. These kits allow you to become familiar with the Vector functionality and to develop applications prior to customization for your specific requirements. -
Page 44: Eurotech Worldwide Presence
Web: www.eurotech.com Web: www.parvus.com Web: www.eurotech.com France EUROTECH Tel. +33 04.72.89.00.90 +33 04.78.70.08.24 E-mail: sales.fr@eurotech.com E-mail: support.fr@eurotech.com Web: www.eurotech.com Finland EUROTECH Tel. +358 9.477.888.0 +358 9.477.888.99 E-mail: sales.fi@eurotech.com E-mail: support.fi@eurotech.com Web: www.eurotech.com To find your nearest contact refer to: www.eurotech.com/contacts... - Page 45 EUROTECH HEADQUARTERS Via Fratelli Solari 3/a 33020 Amaro (Udine) – ITALY Phone: +39 0433.485.411 Fax: +39 0433.485.499 For full contact details go to: www.eurotech.com/contacts...
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