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- Page 1 USER MANUAL VIA ALTA DS 3 High-performance Edge AI system with dual 4K screen support and rich wireless and I/O connectivity options 1.00-09252018-102700...
- Page 2 VIA Technologies, Inc. reserves the right the make changes to the products described in this manual at any time without prior notice.
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Page 3: Safety Precautions
Battery Recycling and Disposal • Only use the appropriate battery specified for this product. • Do not re-use, recharge, or reheat an old battery. • Do not attempt to force open the battery. • Do not discard used batteries with regular trash. •... -
Page 4: Box Contents
VIA ALTA DS 3 User Manual Box Contents • 1 x VIA ALTA DS 3 system • 1 x Stand holder • 1 x AC to DC adapter • 1 x Power cord • 1 x Wi-Fi antenna (ALTADS30VA001-T only) -
Page 5: Table Of Contents
VIA ALTA DS 3 User Manual Table of Contents 1. Product Overview ......................1 Key Features ............................1 1.1.1 High Performance .......................... 1 1.1.2 Fanless and Space Saving ....................... 1 1.1.3 Optimized Integration with Multiple I/O Access ................1 1.1.4 Dual 4K Display Support ......................... 1 1.1.5... - Page 6 VIA ALTA DS 3 User Manual List of Figures Figure 1: Front panel I/O layout .......................... 5 Figure 2: Back panel I/O layout ........................... 5 Figure 3: Dimensions of the VIA ALTA DS 3 (front view) ..................6 Figure 4: Dimensions of the VIA ALTA DS 3 (top view) ..................6 Figure 5: Dimensions of the VIA ALTA DS 3 with stand holder installed (front view) .......... 7 Figure 6: Dimensions of the VIA ALTA DS 3 with stand holder installed (top view) ..........7 Figure 7: HDMI port diagram ..........................8 Figure 8: USB 3.0 diagram ..........................8 Figure 9: Mini USB 2.0 port diagram ........................
- Page 7 VIA ALTA DS 3 User Manual List of Tables Table 1: HDMI port pinouts ..........................8 Table 2: USB 3.0 pinouts ........................... 8 Table 3: Mini USB 2.0 port pinouts ........................9 Table 4: Gigabit Ethernet port pinouts ......................9 Table 5: Gigabit Ethernet port LED color definition ................... 9 Table 6: SD card slot pinouts ........................... 10 Table 7: Power button behavior description ....................
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Page 8: Product Overview
VIA ALTA DS 3 User Manual 1. Product Overview Accelerate your intelligent signage, kiosk, and access control device development and deployment with the VIA ALTA DS 3 Edge AI system. Powered by the Qualcomm® Snapdragon™ 820E Embedded Platform, the VIA ALTA DS 3 combines cutting-edge compute, graphics, and AI processing performance with dual 4K display support, rich connectivity options, and flexible camera and I/O peripheral integration capabilities in an ultra-compact fanless form factor. Measuring just 175mm (W) x 25mm (H) x 118mm (D), the system integrates a rich set of I/O features through the front and rear panels of its ultra-compact fanless chassis, including two HDMI ports, three USB 3.0 ports, one Mini USB 2.0 port, and one miniPCIe slot. Other features include 4GB POP LPDDR4 RAM, 16GB eMMC flash memory, one SD card slot, one M.2 slot, and line-out and mic-in audio jacks. The system delivers rich network connectivity through its Gigabit Ethernet port and a choice of Wi-Fi & Bluetooth 4.1 or 4G LTE wireless integration options. To facilitate software and AI application development, the VIA ALTA DS 3 comes with a BSP featuring Android 8.0 which includes the Qualcomm® Neural Processing SDK for artificial intelligence designed to help developers run one or more neural network models trained in Caffe/Caffe2, ONNX, or TensorFlow using the CPU, GPU, or DSP in the Qualcomm® Snapdragon™ 820E Embedded Platform. Key Features 1.1.1 High-Performance The ARM based VIA ALTA DS 3 system is powered by a Qualcomm® Snapdragon™ 820E Embedded Platform that provides a full range of rich features including superb multi-tasking performance. 1.1.2 Fanless and Space Saving The VIA ALTA DS 3 features fanless operation in a slim chassis designed to save space, making it ideal for installation in a wide range of environments. 1.1.3... -
Page 9: Mounting Solution
VIA ALTA DS 3 User Manual 1.1.7 Mounting Solution The VIA ALTA DS 3 supports multiple methods for mounting the chassis securely. It can be mounted to any flat surface using the stand holder, or even to VESA mountable surfaces with a VESA mounting kit. 1.1.8 Embedded Operating System Ready The VIA ALTA DS 3 features a complete software evaluation image featuring Android 8.0. -
Page 10: Product Specifications
VIA ALTA DS 3 User Manual Product Specifications Processor • Qualcomm® Snapdragon™ 820E Embedded Platform ◦ Two high-performance Kryo cores up to 2.15GHz ◦ Two low power Kryo cores up to 1.593GHz System Memory • 4GB POP LPDDR4 SDRAM Storage • 16GB eMMC flash memory • M.2 slot for M.2 2280 PCIe NVMe SSD • SD card slot Graphics • Qualcomm® Adreno 530 GPU ◦ 3D graphics accelerator with 64-bit addressing 624MHz ◦ Graphics engine supporting OpenGL ES 3.1/GEP, GL4.4, DX11.3/4, OpenCL 2.0, Renderscript-Next ◦ Supports H.264, H.265 (HEVC 8/10-bit) video decoding up to: 4K@60fps Wireless Connectivity • NFA324A-12H32 QCA6174A-1 Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac + BT 4.1 combo LGA module Audio •... - Page 11 VIA ALTA DS 3 User Manual Power Supply • 12V DC-in Operating System • Android 8.0 Operating Temperature • 0°C ~ 40°C Operating Humidity • 0% ~ 95% @ 40°C (non-condensing) Storage Temperature • -20°C ~ 70°C Mechanical Construction • Plastic frame • Metal bracket Mounting • Stand holder, VESA mount (optional) Dimensions •...
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Page 12: Layout Diagram
VIA ALTA DS 3 User Manual Layout Diagram Figure 1: Front panel I/O layout Figure 2: Back panel I/O layout... -
Page 13: Product Dimensions
VIA ALTA DS 3 User Manual Product Dimensions Figure 3: Dimensions of the VIA ALTA DS 3 (front view) Figure 4: Dimensions of the VIA ALTA DS 3 (top view) -
Page 14: Figure 5: Dimensions Of The Via Alta Ds 3 With Stand Holder Installed (Front View)
VIA ALTA DS 3 User Manual Figure 5: Dimensions of the VIA ALTA DS 3 with stand holder installed (front view) Figure 6: Dimensions of the VIA ALTA DS 3 with stand holder installed (top view) -
Page 15: 2. External I/O Pin Descriptions And Functionality
VIA ALTA DS 3 User Manual 2. External I/O Pin Descriptions and Functionality The VIA ALTA DS 3 has a wide selection of interfaces. It includes a selection of frequently-used ports as part of the external I/O coastline. HDMI Ports ® The VIA ALTA DS 3 is equipped with two HDMI ports on the back panel which use an HDMI port Type A receptacle connector to connect High Definition video and digital audio using a single cable. The pinouts of the HDMI port are shown below. Signal Signal CLK- Figure 7: HDMI port diagram DDC_CLK DDC_DATA HDMI_5V PLUG_DET CLK+ Table 1: HDMI port pinouts USB 3.0 Ports The VIA ALTA DS 3 is equipped with three USB 3.0 ports, one in the front panel and two in the back panel. Each USB 3.0 port has a maximum data transfer rate of up to 5Gbps and is compatible with USB 2.0 specifications. -
Page 16: Mini Usb 2.0 Port
VIA ALTA DS 3 User Manual Mini USB 2.0 Port The VIA ALTA DS 3 is equipped with a mini USB 2.0 port on the back panel which is only used during the fastboot mode when installing the Android image. The pinouts of the mini USB 2.0 port are shown below. Signal VCC 5V Figure 9: Mini USB 2.0 port diagram Table 3: Mini USB 2.0 port pinouts Gigabit Ethernet Port The VIA ALTA DS 3 comes with one Gigabit Ethernet port on the back panel which uses an 8 Position and 8 Contact (8P8C) receptacle connector commonly known as RJ-45. It is fully compliant with the IEEE 802.3 (10BASE-T), 802.3u (100BASE-TX), and 802.3ab (1000BASE-T) standards. The pinouts of the Gigabit Ethernet port are shown below. Signal TX1+ TX1- TX2+ TX2- TX3+ TX3- Figure 10: Gigabit Ethernet port diagram... -
Page 17: Audio Jack
VIA ALTA DS 3 User Manual Audio Jack The VIA ALTA DS 3 offers High Definition audio through two 3.5mm TRS jacks on the front panel: Line-out and Mic-in. The Line-out jack is for connecting to external speakers or headphones. The Mic-in jack is for connecting to a microphone. The diagram of the audio jacks is shown below. Figure 11: Audio jacks diagram SD Card Slot The VIA ALTA DS 3 comes with an SD card slot located on the front panel with support for a maximum storage capacity of 32GB. The pinouts of the SD card slot are shown below. Signal SDC2_DATA3 SDC2_CMD SDC2_CLK Figure 12: SD card slot diagram... -
Page 18: Power Button
VIA ALTA DS 3 User Manual Power Button The VIA ALTA DS 3 comes with a power button featuring a built-in power LED indicator (blue light). The power button can support two functions: System Suspend/Resume and Pop-up power control menu. The diagram of the power button is shown below. Figure 13: Power button diagram Power Button behavior Suspend/Resume System Quickly press the power button once to suspend. While in suspend mode quickly press once to resume. Pop-up power control menu Occurs when the power button is pressed for longer than 3 seconds. Table 7: Power button behavior description DC-In Jack The VIA ALTA DS 3 comes with a DC-in jack that carries a 12V DC external power input. The specification and pinouts of the power DC-in jack are shown below. Signal +12V Table 8: DC-in jack pinouts Figure 14: DC-in jack diagram... -
Page 19: 3. Onboard I/O
VIA ALTA DS 3 User Manual 3. Onboard I/O This chapter provides information about the onboard I/O connectors on the VIA ALTA DS 3 system’s mainboard. MiniPCIe Slot The VIA ALTA DS 3 is equipped with a miniPCIe slot for wireless networking options such as a 4G module. The pinouts of the miniPCIe slot are shown below. Figure 16: MiniPCIe slot diagram Signal Signal Signal Signal Reserved VDD3V3_MPCIE MINI_PCIE_USB_DM Reserved MINI_PCIE_USB_DM Reserved VDD1V5 VDD3V3_MPCIE Reserved USIM_VCC_A VDD3V3_MPCIE Reserved USIM_DATA_A Reserved Reserved USIM_CLK_A Reserved Reserved Reserved USIM_RST_A... -
Page 20: M.2 Slot
VIA ALTA DS 3 User Manual M.2 Slot The VIA ALTA DS 3 is equipped with a M.2 slot which is used to support an M.2 2280 PCIe NVMe SSD module for additional storage of up to 1TB. The pinouts of the M.2 slot are shown below. Figure 17: M.2 slot diagram Signal Signal Signal Signal VDD3V3_M2 PCIE2_RX_M VDD3V3_M2 PCIE2_RX_P PCIE2_TX_M VDD3V3_M2 PCIE_TX_P PCIE2_RST_N VDD3V3_M2 PCIE2_CLKREQ_N VDD3V3_M2 PCIE2_CLK_M PCIE2_WAKE_N VDD3V3_M2 PCIE2_CLK_P MFG_DATA VDD3V3_M2 MFG_CLCOK M2_SUSCLK VDD3V3_M2 VDD3V3_M2 VDD3V3_M2 VDD3V3_M2 PCIE2_DSLP... -
Page 21: Sim Card Slot
VIA ALTA DS 3 User Manual SIM Card Slot The VIA ALTA DS 3 is equipped with a SIM card slot that can support a 4G SIM card. Using the SIM card slot on the VIA ALTA DS 3 requires a 4G module to be installed in the miniPCIe slot to enable the 4G function, otherwise the SIM card slot is disabled. The SIM card slot is designed only for a 4G module without a built-in SIM card slot on it. The SIM card slot is labeled as "SIM1". The pinouts of the SIM card slot are shown below. Figure 18: SIM card slot diagram Signal USIM_VCC_A USIM_RST_A USIM_CLK_A USIM_VPPSIM_A USIM_DATA_A Table 12: SIM card slot pinouts... -
Page 22: 4. Hardware Installation
VIA ALTA DS 3 User Manual 4. Hardware Installation This chapter provides information about the hardware installation procedures. It is recommended to use a grounded wrist strap before handling computer components. Electrostatic discharge (ESD) can damage some components. Reminder: Once the chassis has been opened, the warranty of this product is no longer valid. Opening the Chassis Step 1 Remove the two screws on the back panel I/O plate. Figure 19: Unscrewing the back panel I/O plate Step 2 Gently pull out the back panel I/O plate. Figure 20: Removing the back panel I/O plate... -
Page 23: Figure 21: Removing The Top Cover
VIA ALTA DS 3 User Manual Step 3 Gently slide the top cover horizontally to disengage it from the chassis and pull up to remove it completely. Figure 21: Removing the top cover... -
Page 24: Installing The M.2 2280 Pcie Nvme Ssd Module
VIA ALTA DS 3 User Manual Installing the M.2 2280 PCIe NVMe SSD Module Step 1 Follow the instructions in section 4.1 above to open the chassis. Step 2 Remove the four screws of the system's mainboard then gently remove the mainboard from the chassis. Figure 22: Removing the system's mainboard Step 3 On the bottom side of the system's mainboard, align the notch on the M.2 2280 PCIe NVMe SSD module with the counterpart on the M.2 slot. Then insert the module at a 30° angle. Figure 23: Installing the M.2 2280 PCIe NVMe SSD module... -
Page 25: Figure 24: Securing The M.2 2280 Pcie Nvme Ssd Module
VIA ALTA DS 3 User Manual Step 4 Once the M.2 2280 PCIe NVMe SSD module has been fully inserted, push down the module until the standoff hole is aligned with the screw hole and then secure the module with the provided screw. Figure 24: Securing the M.2 2280 PCIe NVMe SSD module... -
Page 26: Installing The 4G Sim Card
VIA ALTA DS 3 User Manual Installing the 4G SIM Card Step 1 Follow the instructions in section 4.1 above to open the chassis. Step 2 Remove the four screws of the system's mainboard then gently remove the mainboard from the chassis. Figure 25: Removing the system's mainboard Step 3 On the bottom side of the mainboard, firmly push back the SIM card slot to unlock the opening. Pull up the slot and place the SIM card inside. Gently lock the SIM card slot by sliding back the slot. Figure 26: Installing the 4G SIM card... -
Page 27: Installing The Stand Holder
VIA ALTA DS 3 User Manual Installing the Stand Holder The stand holder is designed to hold the VIA ALTA DS 3 in an upright position. Step 1 Align the pre-installed screw of the stand holder with the mounting hole at the right side of the chassis and then gently attach the stand holder to the chassis. Figure 27: Installing the stand holder... -
Page 28: Figure 28: Securing The Stand Holder
VIA ALTA DS 3 User Manual Step 2 Once the stand holder has been fully attached, secure it with the pre-installed screw located on the bottom side of the stand holder. Figure 28: Securing the stand holder... -
Page 29: 5. Software And Technical Support
VIA ALTA DS 3 User Manual 5. Software and Technical Support Android Support The VIA ALTA DS 3 features a complete software evaluation image featuring the Android 8.0 operating system. Technical Support and Assistance • For utilities downloads and the latest documentation and information about the VIA ALTA DS 3, please visit our website at https:/www.viatech.com/en/systems/android-signage-players/alta-ds-3 • For technical support and additional assistance, always contact your local sales representative or board distributor, or go to https://www.viatech.com/en/support/driver-support-fag/technical-support/ technical support. • For OEM clients and system integrators developing a product for long term production, other code and resources may also be made available. Please visit our website at https://www.viatech.com/en/... -
Page 30: Appendix A. Installing Wireless Accessories
VIA ALTA DS 3 User Manual Appendix A. Installing Wireless Accessories This chapter provides information on how to install the VIA EMIO-2573 mobile broadband miniPCIe module in the VIA ALTA DS 3 system. A.1. Installing VIA EMIO-2573 Mobile Broadband Module Step 1 Follow the instructions in section 4.1 above to open the chassis. Step 2 Align the notch on the VIA EMIO-2573 module with its counterpart on the miniPCIe slot on the mainboard. Then insert the module at a 30° angle. Figure 29: Installing the VIA EMIO-2573 module Step 3 Once the VIA EMIO-2573 module has been fully inserted, push down the module until the screw hole aligns with the standoff hole and then secure the module with the provided screw. Lastly, remove the antenna hole... -
Page 31: Figure 31: Installing The Antenna And Antenna Cable Of Via Emio-2573 Module
VIA ALTA DS 3 User Manual Step 4 Insert the 4G antenna cable into the antenna hole from inside of the back panel I/O plate. Insert the washer, fasten it with the nut, and install the external antenna. Figure 31: Installing the antenna and antenna cable of VIA EMIO-2573 module Reminder: Only use the provided 4G antenna cable for the VIA EMIO-2573 module which is provided in the package. Step 5 Gently connect the other end of the 4G antenna cable to the micro-RF connector labeled “MAIN” on the VIA EMIO-2573 module. Figure 32: Connecting the antenna cable to the micro-RF connector on VIA EMIO-2573 module... -
Page 32: Figure 33: Reinstalling The Top Cover And Back Panel I/O Plate
VIA ALTA DS 3 User Manual Step 6 Reinstall the top cover and back panel I/O plate, and then secure it with the two screws. Figure 33: Reinstalling the top cover and back panel I/O plate... -
Page 33: Appendix B. Installing Vesa Mount Cradle
VIA ALTA DS 3 User Manual Appendix B. Installing VESA Mount Cradle This chapter provides information on how to install the optional VESA mount cradle for mounting the VIA ALTA DS 3 behind the monitor. Step 1 Align the VESA mounting hole of the VESA mount cradle on the back of the monitor. Then secure the VESA mount cradle with the provided four screws. Figure 34: Installing the VESA mount cradle Caution: Do not use any other types of screws for the VESA mount cradle because they might cause damage to the internal board of the monitor and VESA mount cradle. Please use the screws which are provided in the package. -
Page 34: Figure 35: Inserting The Via Alta Ds 3 To The Vesa Mount Cradle
VIA ALTA DS 3 User Manual Step 2 Slide the VIA ALTA DS 3 system into the VESA mount cradle. Figure 35: Inserting the VIA ALTA DS 3 to the VESA mount cradle Step 3 Connect all the necessary cables on the front panel and back panel of the VIA ALTA DS 3 system. Figure 36: Connecting the necessary cables to the VIA ALTA DS 3... -
Page 35: Appendix C. Connecting Debug Cable
VIA ALTA DS 3 User Manual Appendix C. Connecting Debug Cable This chapter provides information of how to connect the debug cable (TX/RX) to the VIA ALTA DS 3 system. Step 1 Follow the instructions in section 4.1 above to open the chassis. Step 2 Gently attach the debug cable (TX/RX) onto the onboard COM debug connector labeled as CONSOLE1. Figure 37: Connecting the debug cable (TX/RX) Step 3 After debugging, remove the debug cable (TX/RX) then reinstall the top cover. - Page 36 Taiwan Headquarters Japan China 1F, 531 Zhong-zheng Road, 940 Mission Court 3-15-7 Ebisu MT Bldg. 6F, Tsinghua Science Park Bldg. 7 Xindian Dist., New Taipei City 231 Fremont, CA 94539, Higashi, Shibuya-ku No. 1 Zongguancun East Road, Taiwan Tokyo 150-0011 Haidian Dist., Beijing, 100084 Japan China...
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