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SI-324-N Mid-Range Digital Signage Player User’s Manual Version 1.0 (April 2020)
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Avoid Disassembly Do not disassemble, repair or make any modification to the device. Doing so could generate hazards and cause damage to the device, even bodily injury or property damage, and will void any warranty. SI-324-N User Manual...
Software in use (such as OS and application software, including the version numbers) 3. If repair service is required, you can download the RMA form at http://www.ibase.com.tw/english/Supports/RMAService/. Fill out the form and contact your distributor or sales representative. SI-324-N User Manual...
Jumpers & Connectors Quick Reference ..........17 2.6.1 COM1 RS-232 Power (JP2) ..........18 2.6.2 Clearing CMOS Data (J2) ............ 18 2.6.3 System Fan Power Connector (J8) ........19 2.6.4 CPU Fan Power Connector (J9) ........... 19 SI-324-N User Manual...
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AMD Eyefinity Multiple Displays Configuration ........42 Setting Up AMD Eyefinity Using Quick Setup ......42 Customizing AMD Eyefinity Using Try Advanced Setup ..46 I/O Port Address Map ................52 Interrupt Request Lines (IRQ) ............... 54 Watchdog Timer Configuration .............. 56 SI-324-N User Manual...
Chapter 1 General Information The information provided in this chapter includes: Features Packing List Accessories Specifications Product View Dimensions...
1.1 Introduction The SI-324-N is a Four-HDMI digital signage player based on the AMD Ryzen™ Embedded V1000 SoC with AMD Radeon™ Vega 3 Graphics that enables unparalleled graphics performance and optimal power efficiency. The compact and fanless player is designed with hardware acceleration to support...
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Your product package should include the items listed below. If any of the items below is missing, contact the distributor or the dealer from whom you purchased the product. SI-324-N Digital Signage Player Power Adaptor Power Cord 1.4 Optional Accessories...
4 x HDMI 2.0 with hardware EDID emulation Interface 1 x RJ45 GbE LAN Serial 1 x COM RS-232 port (RJ50 connector) 2 x USB 3.0 1 x USB 2.0 Audio Jack 1 x Line-Out SI-324-N User Manual...
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Note: The product performance relies on the system functioning as a whole. The level of CPU/APU/GPU processor, the interaction among the processor and the memory and storage bandwidth, or the functionality of the digital signage application software may affect the product performance. SI-324-N User Manual...
EDID data when the connected display/monitor cannot be recognized, or the displayed image does not fit the screen. Oblique View Warning: The heatsink temperature becomes high during operation. Be careful not to touch the unit during operation to avoid injury. SI-324-N User Manual...
Chapter 2 Hardware Installation & Motherboard Information The information provided in this chapter includes: Installation of memory, M.2 and capture card Information and locations of connectors...
HDMI capture card. If you need to remove the motherboard, install or replace the 2 memory module, move the jumper caps, or replace the lithium battery, you need to remove the 8 screws indicated below. SI-324-N User Manual...
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The M.2 M2280 (J13) & E2230 (J12) card sockets are on the left side. To remove the motherboard or to install/replace the 2nd memory, the 10 screws indicated below need to be removed, Indicated below is the optional HDMI capture card with its connector. SI-324-N User Manual...
2. Gently push the module in an upright position unitl the ejector tabs of the memory slot close to hold the module in place when the module touches the bottom of the slot. To remove the module, press the ejector tabs outwards with your fintertips to eject the module. SI-324-N User Manual...
1. Thread and fasten the hex nut and the 2. Apply adhesive around here. washer. Then install the antenna. Info: The diameter of the nut is around 6.35 mm (0.25”-36UNC). SI-324-N User Manual...
COM1 port is jumper-less and configurable in BIOS. Assignment Assignment DSR, Data set ready DCD, Data carrier detect Ground DTR, Data terminal ready Ground CTS, Clear to send TX, Transmit RTS, Request to send RX, Receive RI, Ring Indicator SI-324-N User Manual...
Hardware Configuration 2.4 Setting the Jumpers Set up and configure your SI-324-N by using jumpers for various settings and features according to your needs and applications. Contact your supplier if you have doubts about the best configuration for your use.
Refer to 2.3 Pin Assignment for COM1 RS-232 Port. Be sure to press the EDID button to acquire or change the EDID data when the connected display/monitor cannot be recognized, or the displayed image does not fit the screen. SI-324-N User Manual...
2.6.1 COM1 RS-232 Power (JP2) Function Pin closed Illustration +12V (default) 2.6.2 Clearing CMOS Data (J2) Function Pin closed Illustration Normal (default) Clear CMOS SI-324-N User Manual...
Hardware Configuration 2.6.3 System Fan Power Connector (J8) Signal Name Ground +12V Rotation detection 2.6.4 CPU Fan Power Connector (J9) Signal Name Ground +12V Rotation detection SI-324-N User Manual...
Chapter 3 Driver Installation The information provided in this chapter includes: AMD Radeon™ Graphics Driver Installation HD Audio Driver Installation LAN Driver Installation...
3.2 AMD Radeon™ Graphics Driver Installation 1. Run the Setup.exe file. 2. Accept the license agreement to continue. 3. Choose either Express Install or Custom Install. 4. When the driver is completely installed, restart the computer for changes to take effect. SI-324-N User Manual...
3.3 HD Audio Driver Installation 1. Run the Setup.exe file. 2. On the Welcome screen of the InstallShield Wizard, click Next for installation. 3. When the driver is completely installed, restart the computer for changes to take effect. SI-324-N User Manual...
1. Run the Setup.exe file. 2. On the Welcome screen of the InstallShield Wizard, click Next. 3. Accept the license agreement and click Next to continue. 4. When the driver is completely installed, restart the computer for changes to take effect. SI-324-N User Manual...
Chapter 4 BIOS Setup This chapter describes the different settings available in the AMI BIOS that comes with the board. The topics covered in this chapter are as follows: Main Settings Advanced Settings Chipset Settings Security Settings ...
These defaults have been carefully chosen by both AMI and your system manufacturer to provide the absolute maximum performance and reliability. Changing the defaults could make the system unstable and crash in some cases. SI-324-N User Manual...
Set the time. Use the <Tab> key to switch between the data elements. 4.4 Advanced Settings This section allows you to configure, improve your system and allows you to set up some system features according to your preference. SI-324-N User Manual...
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Enables / Disables system ability to hibernate (OS/S4 Sleep State). This option may not be effective with some operating systems. ACPI Sleep State Selects the highest ACPI sleep state the system will enter when the SUSPEND button is pressed. 4.4.2 IDE Configuration SI-324-N User Manual...
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For example, if setting up a schedule from Wednesday 5 p.m. to Thursday 2 a.m., configure two schedule slots. But if setting up a schedule from 3 p.m to 5 p.m. on Wednesday, configure only a schedule slot. SI-324-N User Manual...
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BIOS Setup 4.4.4 F81846 Super IO Configuration BIOS Setting Description Serial Ports Configuration Sets parameters of Serial Port (COM). Enables / Disables the serial port and select an optimal setting for the Super IO device. SI-324-N User Manual...
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The values are read-only values as monitored by the system and show the PC health status. CPU Shutdown Disables or sets system shutdown temperature Temperature to 50°C, 60°C, 70°C or 80°C. SI-324-N User Manual...
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BIOS Setup 4.4.6 CPU Configuration BIOS Setting Description Node 0 Information Displays the memory information related to Node 0. 4.4.7 AMI Graphic Output Protocol Policy BIOS Setting Description Output Selection Selects an output interface. SI-324-N User Manual...
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Network Stack Enables / Disables UEFI Network Stack. 4.4.9 CSM Configuration BIOS Setting Description CSM Support Enables / Disables CSM support. Network Controls the execution of UEFI and Legacy PXE OpROM. Options: Do not launch, UEFI, Legacy SI-324-N User Manual...
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The maximum time the device will take before it properly reports itself to the Host Controller. “Auto” uses default value for a Root port it is 100ms. But for a Hub port, the delay is taken from Hub descriptor. SI-324-N User Manual...
4.5 Chipset Settings BIOS Setting Description Sourth Bridge South Bridge parameters SB USB Configuration Options for SB USB configuration. SI-324-N User Manual...
4.6 Security Settings BIOS Setting Description Administrator Password Sets an administrator password for the setup utility. User Password Sets a user password. Secure Boot Custimizable secure boot settings. SI-324-N User Manual...
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System mode is user deployed, and CSM is disabled. Secure Boot Customizable Secure Boot mode: In Custom Customization mode, Secure Boot policy variables can be configured by a physically present user without full authentication. Options: Standard, Custom SI-324-N User Manual...
Enables / Disables Quiet Boot option. Boot Mode Select Select boot mode as Legacy or UEFI. Boot Option Priorities Sets the system boot order. UEFI Hard Disk Drive Specifies the Boot device priority sequence from BBS Priorities available UEFI hard disk drives. SI-324-N User Manual...
Restore Defaults Restores / Loads defaults values for all the setup options. Save as User Defaults Saves the changes done so far as user defaults. Restore User Defaults Restores the user defaults to all the setup options. SI-324-N User Manual...
Appendix This section provides the mapping addresses of peripheral devices and the sample code of watchdog timer configuration. SDR and HDR Resolution Support AMD Eyefinity Multiple Displays I/O Port Address Map Interrupt Request Lines (IRQ) Watchdog Timer Configuration...
Dual Channel: 2 displays: 2160p60 4 displays: 1440p60 Single Channel: 1 display: 2160p60 2 displays: 1440p60 4 displays: 1080p60 Note: This is about the supported display resolution, not related to the multimedia streams. SI-324-N User Manual...
AMD Eyefinity Multiple Displays Configuration AMD Eyefinity is applicable to SI-324-N; it is a technology that allows two or more displays to be grouped together to form a single large desktop. Once AMD Eyefinity is configured, the final resolution is the horizontal and/or vertical sum of the individual monitors.
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However, this feature is not supported. Do not confuse with Try Advanced Setup (see below picture), which becomes available after Eyefinity Quick Setup is complete. The Try Advanced Setup option is used to customize the Eyefinity Display Group created after Eyefinity Quick Setup is complete. SI-324-N User Manual...
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Eyefinity Display Group. Refer to B.2 Customizing AMD Eyefinity Using Try Advanced Setup for details. Arrange Displays after Eyefinity Quick Setup To arrange displays in desired positions (optional): 1. Click Arrange Displays after Eyefinity Quick Setup is complete. SI-324-N User Manual...
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(i.e. Eyefinity Display Group + Extended Desktop Displays). In this example, physically connect 3 of the 4 displays first and arrange them in 3 x 1 extended desktop in the Operating System’s display settings. SI-324-N User Manual...
Eyefinity Display Group or in one preferred display. By default, the Taskbar extends across all displays in a single row AMD Eyefinity Display Group. In a multi-row AMD Eyefinity Display Group, it extends across the bottom row of displays. SI-324-N User Manual...
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4. To move the Taskbar, simply drag and drop it to the desired display. Ensure that the Taskbar setting is not set to “locked”. 5. To have the Taskbar running across multiple displays again, uncheck the Position the Windows taskbar on a single display option and click Continue. SI-324-N User Manual...
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Desktop option changes how the desktop image is shown across the displays by resizing it. To resize the desktop: 1. Click Try Advanced Setup (under Eyefinity tab in AMD Radeon Settings) after Eyefinity Quick Setup is complete. 2. Click Resize Desktop once Radeon Additional Settings launches. SI-324-N User Manual...
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Eyefinity Quick Setup is complete. 2. Click Adjust Bezel Compensation once Radeon Additional Settings launches. 3. Use the Chevrons (arrow heads) to move the triangle test pattern until it is properly aligned (as shown in below picture). SI-324-N User Manual...
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To customize Eyefinity desktop resolution: 1. Click Try Advanced Setup (under Eyefinity tab in AMD Radeon Settings) after Eyefinity Quick Setup is complete. 2. Click Customize Eyefinity Desktop Resolution once Radeon Additional Settings launches. SI-324-N User Manual...
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4. Select the preferred resolution from the Custom Resolution drop-down menu, and click Apply to save the setting. Open the Operating System’s display settings menu to change the resolution to the Custom Resolution selected in Step #4. SI-324-N User Manual...
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