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PPC-A55-121
PN: CS10768-RK3568-121P
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  • Page 1 Industrial PC PPC-A55-121 PN: CS10768-RK3568-121P Content can change at anytime, check documentation website for latest information. www.chipsee.com...
  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Contents 1. PPC-A55-121 1.1. Product Overview 1.2. Ordering Options 1.2.1. Operating System 1.2.2. Optional Features 1.3. Hardware Features 1.4. Power Input 1.5. Touch Screen 1.6. Connectivity 1.6.1. RS232+RS485+CAN+GPIO Connector 1.6.2. USB Connectors 1.6.3. LAN Connectors 1.6.4. WiFi & BT Module 1.6.5.
  • Page 3: Ppc-A55-121

    PPC-A55-121 PPC-A55-121 Front View Rear View Chipsee Page 3 of 19...
  • Page 4: Product Overview

    Product Overview ® The Cortex -A55 series PPC-A55-121 (PN: CS10768-RK3568-121P) is a high-quality IP65- compliant industrial panel PC. It features a 12.1” ten-point capacitive touch screen with a resolution of 1024 x 768 pixels and a brightness of 400 cd/m .
  • Page 5: Ordering Options

    Installation on an industrial cabinet • Integration with the existing equipment The PPC-A55-121 Industrial Panel PC is based around the powerful RK3568 System on Chip (SoC), powered by the Rockchip RK3568 low-power processor which integrates a quad-core ® Cortex -A55 processor.
  • Page 6: Optional Features

    Software Documentation section provides a detailed instruction on how to install different OSes on your own. However, bear in mind that Chipsee can’t take the responsibility of inadequate installation procedure. If you “brick” your device, please contact Chipsee Technical Support at support@chipsee.com...
  • Page 7: Power Input

    Power Input The PPC-A55-121 Industrial Panel PC can be powered by a wide range of input voltages: From 12V to 36V DC. The power input connector is a 3-pin, 3.81mm terminal. The polarity and the pinout is clearly marked on the housing of the product as shown in the figure below.
  • Page 8: Touch Screen

    The system ground “G” is connected to power negative “-” on board. Touch Screen The PPC-A55-121 Industrial Panel PC uses a 10-point capacitive touch screen. However, the Debian OS supports only One-Point touch. The figure below shows the capacitive touch screen connected to the motherboard via the USB connector.
  • Page 9: Connectivity

    Use a high-quality Power Adapter Unit (PSU) with low EMR. You can also provide power from a battery. Make sure that the PPC-A55-121 Power Input connector (pin 3) is properly connected to the Power System Ground to provide sufficient EMI shielding and eliminate the problem entirely.
  • Page 10 PPC-A55-121 RS232+RS485+CAN+GPIO Connector Isolated GPIO reduced schematic The table below offers a detailed description of every pin: RS232 / RS485 / CAN / GPIO Pin Definition: Pin Number Definition Description Pin 1 CAN0_H CAN H signal Pin 2 CAN1_H CAN H signal...
  • Page 11: Usb Connectors

    PPC-A55-121 USB Connectors RS232 / RS485 / CAN / GPIO Pin Definition: Pin 20 OUT1 Isolated Output 1 Pin 21 System Ground Pin 22 GND_ISO Isolated Ground Pin 23 VCC5V System 5V output, up to 1A Pin 24 VDD_ISO Isolated Power Input, supports 5V~24V Table 140 Connectivity Section ...
  • Page 12: Lan Connectors

    PPC-A55-121 LAN Connectors USB 3.0 HOST Port (embedded / enclosed PC version) USB Type-C Port (embedded / enclosed PC version)  Warning Be careful not to touch surrounding electronic components accidentally while plugging USB devices into the embedded IPC version.
  • Page 13: Wifi & Bt Module

    WiFi/BT module which supports BT/BLE 2.1/3.0/4.2, as well as 802.11ac/abgn 433Mbps 2.4/5.8 GHz Wireless LAN (WLAN). Figure 603: RTL8821CS WiFi/BT Module The PPC-A55-121 includes an SMA connector for an external WiFi/BT antenna, as illustrated in the figure below. Chipsee Page 13 of 19...
  • Page 14: 4G/Lte Module

    WiFi+BT Antenna SMA 4G/LTE Module The PPC-A55-121 Industrial Panel PC is equipped with a mini-PCIe connector that can connect a 4G/LTE module. The customer will also need a SIM Card Holder and a 4G/LTE Antenna Connector to ensure 4G/LTE works on the PPC-A55-121. SIM card does NOT support hot plug.
  • Page 15: M.2 Ssd Slot

    M.2 SSD Slot There is a M.2 slot on the PPC-A55-121 that allows an optional SSD. The M.2 slot is capable of holding a PCI-E 3.0 x 2, 2280 NVME SSD. The PPC-A55-121 does not come shipped with an SSD by default, if you want a different configuration you can consult us when placing an order.
  • Page 16: Audio Connectors

    By plugging in the headphone cable, the internal speaker will be disabled automatically. HDMI Connector The PPC-A55-121 Industrial Panel PC is equipped with 1 x HDMI OUT connector. The HDMI connector allows connecting an additional (external) monitor. HDMI output resolution can be configured by the software.
  • Page 17: Prog Button

    PROG Button HDMI Connector PROG Button The PPC-A55-121 Industrial Panel PC has one button on the board marked as PROG, as shown in the figure below. When the button is pressed before powering up, the PPC-A55-121 will enter MASKROM mode. In this mode you can use a USB Type-C cable to upgrade its operating system. You can use this feature to flash another OS to the internal eMMC.
  • Page 18: Mounting Procedure

    Please make sure the display is not exposed to high pressure when mounting into an enclosure. You can find detailed information about mounting in the Mount IPC Guide. Mechanical Specifications For PPC-A55-121, the outer mechanical dimensions are 320 * 260 * 55.5mm (W x L x H). Chipsee Page 18 of 19...
  • Page 19: Disclaimer

    If you cannot find the solution you’re looking for, feel free to contact us. Please email Chipsee Technical Support at support@chipsee.com, providing all relevant information. We value your queries and suggestions and are committed to providing you with the assistance you require.

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