Front Side with JFLEX-SerialGPIO1 ............... 13 Front Side with JFLEX-Communication1............14 Front Side with JFLEX-Sound1 ............... 15 Interfaces of the JRex-IBOX ................16 External Interfaces of the installed SBC Card ..........16 CompactFlash™ Slot of the SBC Card ............19 Interfaces of the JFLEX-SerialGPIO1 Card.............
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Configuration with JFLEX-SerialGPIO1 ...............41 Configurations with JFLEX-Communication1 ............42 Configurations with JFLEX-Sound1 ..............43 Technical Appendix – Interfaces ..............44 Serial Port [COM1 (RS232C)] ................44 USB Port ......................44 VGA Port......................45 PS/2 Keyboard and Mouse Connector..............45 Technical Support....................46 Returning Defective Merchandise ................47 JRex-IBOX – User’s Manual...
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This applies to batteries, for example. Exclusion of Accident Liability Obligation Kontron Embedded Computers shall be exempted from the statutory accident liability obligation if the user fails to observe the safety instructions. Liability Limitation / Exemption from the...
JRex-IBOX. Please observe the warnings and instructions on the device and in the manual. The device has been built and tested by Kontron Embedded Computers in accordance with EN 60950/VDE 0805 and left the company in a perfectly safe condition.
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Kontron Embedded Computers. q The extension of the device can be carried out only by the factory. q Only original accessories approved by Kontron Embedded Computers may be used. q It must be assumed that safe operation is no longer possible ·...
6. Keep work area free of non-conductive materials such as ordinary plastic assembly aids and styrofoam. 7. Use field service tools such as cutters, screwdrivers, and vacuum cleaners that are conductive. 8. Always place drives and boards PCB-assembly-side down on the foam. JRex-IBOX – User’s Manual...
Safety Instructions Instructions for the Lithium Battery The SBC (Single Board Computer) of your JRex-IBOX is equipped with a lithium battery. For the replacing of this battery please observe the instructions described in the “Replacing the Lithium Battery” chapter. Warning Danger of explosion when replacing with wrong type of battery.
Scope of Delivery Scope of Delivery q JRex-IBOX (A or B), corresponding to the ordered configuration q JRex-IBOX User’s Manual q AC Power Cord (for JRex – A only) q DC-Phoenix Terminal without Cable (for JRex-IBOX – B only) q Y Adapter Cable for Keyboard and Mouse) Optional Parts q CompactFlash™...
1x VGA and 1x COM1 (RS232C). The JFLEX-slot of the integrated SBC card is used for system expansion. Depending on the integrated SBC card and the configuration of the JRex-IBOX, with or without the optional HDD, your system can be expanded by up to two JFLEX-expansion cards.
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When powering on the JRex-IBOX, make sure that the air intake and exhaust openings are not obstructed. The JRex-IBOX can be equipped with an AC or a DC power supply. The system can be used as a rack-mount or desktop unit. The functionality of the JRex-IBOX is ensured in each mounting-position.
Product Description Front Side At the front side of the JRex-IBOX are the following items (depending on the ordered system configuration): q the CompactFlash™ card slot q the external interfaces of the SBC card (3.5“ JRex) q the interfaces of the installed expansion card (on L1 and L2)
Product Description Front Side with JFLEX-Communication1 Fig. 5a: JRex-IBOX (shown as AC version with JFLEX-Communication1 and JFLEX-Sound1) Bracket for wall mounting Optional COM2 interface [TTL level, see the note below)] Ventilation openings at the front (possible to be configured only in...
Product Description Front Side with JFLEX-Sound1 Fig. 5b: JRex-IBOX (shown as AC version with JFLEX-Sound1) Bracket for wall mounting Optional COM2 interface (TTL level) (possible to be configured Ventilation openings at the front only in system configuration with side JRex-CE-SBC card; for all others...
Independently of the installed SBC card (JRex-VE/-VC/-PM/-CE), are available the interfaces described below: USB Interface Connectors The motherboard supports two USB 2.0/1.1 interfaces. These connectors allow you to connect USB-compatible devices to the JRex-IBOX. Installed SBC Card Supports USB1.1 Supports USB2.0...
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Product Description Ethernet Interface Connector The JRex-IBOX is equipped with a LAN connector. This interface connector is provided as a RJ45-socket with integrated LEDs and supports a data transfer rate of 10/100 Mbps. Serial Interface Connector COM1, Optional COM2 The COM1 interface connection is available as a 9-pin D-SUB plug RS232C configured and allows you to connect a serial peripheral.
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PS/2-compatible mouse (by use of the Y adapter cable only) or q a PS/2-compatible keyboard or q a PS/2-compatible mouse and keyboard (by use of the Y adapter cable only). For detailed information refer to the user’s manual of the SBC card manual. JRex-IBOX – User’s Manual...
Product Description CompactFlash™ Slot of the SBC Card The JRex-IBOX is equipped with a front side accessible CompactFlash™ slot. The CF-slot will accept only CF cards type I. The CF card slot is provided with a card holder (screwed on the device front side) in order to secure the CF card into the CF slot.
5 CAN interface connector (optional) 3 COM4 interface connector (RS232C) If your JRex-IBOX is configured without the CAN interface, the cut-out for this interface connector is covered. JRex-IBOX configuration with installed JFLEX-SerialGPIO1 card (configured with the CAN interface) and JRex-CE-SBC card, can not be configured also with the COM2 interface of the SBC card.
IBOX; refer to the table below! 2 FireWire interface connector (6-pin connector) Note! The attached peripheral devices must be self powered devices, because the JRex-IBOX does not provide power to FireWire devices! 3 2x LAN (10/100 Mbps) (RJ45 integrated LEDs) Installed SBC Card supports USB1.1...
Stereo Audio Codec, compliant with AC’97 Speciification 2.2. The JFLEX-Sound1 expansion card can be installed on Level1 (L1) as well as on Level2 (L2) of the JRex-IBOX; (see fig . 1 ). Fig. 8: Interfaces of the JFLEX-Sound1 card Microphone connector...
Operating Elements On/Off Switch of the Power Supply The AC or DC power plug is located on the front side of the JRex-IBOX (see fig. : 2, 3, 4 and 2a, 3a, 4a ). Use the On/Off power switch to turn the system on or off.
Product Description LED Indicators The LED indicators are located on the front side of the JRex-IBOX and indicate the status of the system. Power LED HDD activity LED Fig. 7: LED indicators Lights up if the system is switched on via the AC Power LED respectively DC power switch.
Product Description Ventilation Openings The chassis of the JRex-IBOX is provided with ventilation openings at the front side, rear and at the left and right side. The ventilation openings provide a proper air circulation and avoid overheating. When powering on the JRex-IBOX, make sure that the air intake and exhaust openings are not obstructed.
Product Description Bottom Side At the bottom side of the JRex-IBOX (on the left and on the right) are the bracket for the wall mounting; each of them is fastened to the chassis by means of two Philips's screws M3x4 (see fig. 20 and fig. 20a ).
Product Description Versions of the Power Supply Depending on the ordered system configuration, your JRex-IBOX can be equipped with an AC or DC power supply. For information about the power supply unit and the supply voltage of your system, refer to the type label attached to the bottom side of the unit.
Use a power cord suitable for the power supply in your country. Make sure that the power supply (outlet) is properly grounded and that the power cord is in perfect condition without any visible damage. An ungrounded power supply is not permissible. JRex-IBOX – User’s Manual...
Your computer can optionally be supplied with or without pre-installed operating system. If you have ordered your JRex-IBOX with pre-installed operating system, all drivers are installed, corresponding to the ordered computer configuration (optional hardware components). Your computer is fully functional when you turn it on for the first time.
Remove persistent dirt by use of a soft, slightly damp cloth (use only a mild detergent). Replacing the Lithium Battery The SBC card of your JRex-IBOX is equipped with a lithium battery. Please adhere to the description in this manual when opening the unit. Before removing the cover to gain access to the...
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Fig. 20a: Removing the Philips screws on the upper and right side of the unit 3. Lift up the access cover of the JRex-IBOX and remove it (see fig. 20a) . 4. The lithium battery is located at the rear of the unit. Remove the lithium battery from the socket, by pressing the retaining spring to the rear, and pulling the battery upward.
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Maintenance The lithium battery must be replaced with an identical battery or a battery type recommended by Kontron Embedded Computers (Lithium battery 3.0 V for RTC, type: CR2032). Do not dispose of lithium batteries in domestic waste. Dispose of the battery according to the local regulations dealing with the disposal of these special materials (e.g.
The voltage feeds must not be overloaded. Adjust the cabling and the external overcharge protection to correspond with the electrical data indicated on the type label. The type label is located on the bottom side of the JRex-IBOX. Leave sufficient space at the interface side for connecting the peripheral devices.
( Æ 4 mm). For wall mounting, first prepare the four drillings (Ø 4 mm) according to the hole pattern. Fasten the JRex-IBOX to the wall with four M3 metric screws (not included in the package).
Retain the screws for later use. Fig. 23: Removing the wall mounting brackets from the right and left side of the JRex-IBOX Fig. 24: Attaching the bracket with the DIN-rail kit to the JRex-IBOX 3.
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Installation Instructions Fig. 25: JRex-IBOX withDIN-rail mounting kit Interface side Rear side of the JRex-IBOX Mounting bracket (U-shape) Screws to secure the DIN-rail mounting bracket to the JRex-IBOX DIN-rail kit Type label JRex-IBOX – User’s Manual...
(depending on the ordered 1x VGA configuration) 1x COM1 (RS232C) 1x PS/2 keyboard and mouse 1x COM2 (TTL) (can be installed only in JRex-IBOX Additional COM Interface configuration without JFLEX-SerialGPIO1 card) of the JRex-CE SBC Card JFLEX-Expansion Cards 1x JFLEX-SerialGPIO1 card...
Wall mounting 235 mm (9.252“) DIN rail mounting 122,3 mm (4.815“) Depth Wall mounting 122,3 mm (4.815“) DIN rail mounting ca. 1,2 kg (2.646 lbs.) Weight Wall mounting (without ca. 1,5 kg (3.307lbs.) DIN rail mounting packaging) JRex-IBOX – User’s Manual...
CE Directives Low Voltage Directive 73/23/EWG (Electrical Safety) EMC Directive 89/336/EWG Electrical Safety Standards EUROPE EN 60950-1: 2001 Standards Emission: EN 55011:1998+A1:1999+A2:2002, Class A EUROPE Immunity: EN 61000-6-2: 2001 U.S.A. FCC 47 CFR Part 15, Class A JRex-IBOX – User’s Manual...
(with optional CAN Interface) with JFLEX-Sound1 (without · · · · HDD) with HDD (without JFLEX- · · · · Sound1) without JFLEX-Sound1 and · · · · · · · · AC or DC PSU JRex-IBOX – User’s Manual...
RXD (Receive Data) (Transmit Data) (Data Terminal Ready) GND (Signal Ground) DSR (Data Set Ready) (Request to Send) (Clear to Send) (Ring Indicator) USB Port Pin Signal Name 4-pin USB Socket Type A Version 2.0/1.1 Data- Data+ JRex-IBOX – User’s Manual...
Analog blue output N.C. 5–8 +5 V (DDC) N.C. SDA (DDC) TTL HSync TTL VSync SCL (DDC) PS/2 Keyboard and Mouse Connector Signal Name 6-pin Mini-DIN Socket Keyboard date Mouse date +5 V Keyboard clock Mouse clock JRex-IBOX – User’s Manual...
· and the serial number (S/No #) (located on the bottom of the unit). Be ready to explain the nature of your problem to the service technician. If you have any questions about Kontron Embedded Computers or our products and services, you may reach us at the aforementioned numbers, or at: www.kontron.com...
Fax: (+49) 8165-77 311 e-mail: service@kontron.com 2. Make sure to receive an RMA number from Kontron Embedded Computers- Service before returning any merchandise. Clearly write or mark this number on the outside of the package you are returning. 3. Describe the device failure behavior as precisely as possible.
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