SeaLevel Relio R1 User Manual

SeaLevel Relio R1 User Manual

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© Sealevel Systems, Inc.
R1 Rugged Manual | SL9709 12/2023

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  • Page 1 Relio™ R1 Rugged Industrial Computer User Manual | Relio™ R1 Rugged © Sealevel Systems, Inc. R1 Rugged Manual | SL9709 12/2023...
  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    ONNECTORS I/O C ............................17 ANEL ONNECTORS SYSTEM SET-UP ..........................................17 HARDWARE INSTALLATION ......................................18 ............................18 NSTALLATION ONSIDERATIONS SOFTWARE INSTALLATION ......................................19 ....................... 19 CONGATEC RIVERS AND ODULE NFORMATION © Sealevel Systems, Inc. R1 Rugged Manual | SL9709 12/2023...
  • Page 3 APPENDIX D - HANDLING INSTRUCTIONS .................................. 38 APPENDIX E – ELECTRICAL INTERFACE ..................................39 RS-232 ..................................39 RS-485 ..................................39 APPENDIX F – ASYNCHRONOUS COMMUNICATIONS ............................. 40 WARRANTY ............................................41 © Sealevel Systems, Inc. R1 Rugged Manual | SL9709 12/2023...
  • Page 4: Introduction

    Linux Ubuntu 21 (or later). The system is also Windows 11 IoT-ready to provide maximum flexibility for evolving, customer-specific software applications. Sealevel’s SeaCOM hardware driver is included to support system I/O. Serial application code samples assist with custom application development and complete support documentation expedites configuration.
  • Page 5: Features

    (1) 18-36VDC input with Locking 2-Pos Connector HS-CAN Option (2) USB 3.1 SeaLATCH Charging Ports (2) 2-wire RS-232/485 Ports (2) High-Speed CAN Ports (2) USB 2.0 SeaLATCH Ports (1) CFAST SATA SSD Interface © Sealevel Systems, Inc. R1 Rugged Manual | SL9709 12/2023...
  • Page 6: Before You Get Started

    Optional Items Depending upon your application, you are likely to find one or more of the following items useful with the R1 Rugged. All items can be purchased from our website (www.sealevel.com) or by calling our sales team at (864) 843-4343.
  • Page 7: Cables

    SeaLATCH USB 2.0 Type A to USB 2.0 Type B, 72” Length - Device Cable, (Part# CA355) The CA355 is a 72” USB device cable with Sealevel’s SeaLatch locking USB type A and type B connectors. The metal thumbscrew on each connector provides a secure metal-to- metal connection to devices with SeaLatch USB ports.
  • Page 8: Loopback Adapters

    1.0 devices. Loopback Adapters DB9 Female Serial Loopback Adapter (Part# LB101) The LB101 can be used to test any Sealevel serial device with a DB9 male connector. Only the data pins are looped back. DB25 Female Serial Loopback Adapter (Part# LB102) The LB102 can be used to test any Sealevel serial device with a DB25 male connector.
  • Page 9: Technical Description

    10/100/1000 (Gigabit Ethernet) Network RJ45 Connections RS-232 Serial Ports 3.5mm Terminal Block USB 2.0 Device USB Type A (High Retention) USB 3.1 Device USB Type A Wi-Fi Internal mPCIe Internal mPCIe © Sealevel Systems, Inc. R1 Rugged Manual | SL9709 12/2023...
  • Page 10: Com Express Module/Ram Configuration Options

    Our COM Express carrier boards leverage Sealevel’s I/O and communication expertise, providing carrier board and full system solutions as rapidly as possible. The R1 I/O Rugged Industrial Computer is available in a variety of configurations, see the Sealevel website for all configurations: Relio™...
  • Page 11: Power Input

    If the computer must be located in an environment outside of 0°C to +40°C, ensure the power source that you will be using can supply the power listed over the operational temperature range. © Sealevel Systems, Inc. R1 Rugged Manual | SL9709 12/2023...
  • Page 12: Digital Video Output

    The system has two asynchronous serial ports that are configurable via the SeaCOM software driver to operate as RS-232, or RS- RS-485. RS-485 Termination Resistors Each RS-485 port has selectable termination via software configuration. Description: 12 Postion 3.5mm Terminal Block © Sealevel Systems, Inc. R1 Rugged Manual | SL9709 12/2023...
  • Page 13: Rs-232/485 Port 1 And Rs-232/485 Port 2

    SeaLATCH USB cables. SeaLATCH cables have a thumbscrew that provides a secure metal-to-metal connection preventing accidental disconnection. The system has two USB 3.1 port with SeaLATCH support. The USB 3.1 ports have a blue insert within the connector. © Sealevel Systems, Inc. R1 Rugged Manual | SL9709 12/2023...
  • Page 14: Can Operation

    For more information about the CAN module please contact Sales. 12 Position SERIAL + CAN 3.5mm Terminal Block Pin Out RS-485 RS-232 DATA+(I/O)1 DATA-(I/O)1 DATA+(I/O) 2 DATA-(I/O) 2 CAN1-GND CAN1 + CAN1 - CAN2-GND CAN2 + CAN2 - © Sealevel Systems, Inc. R1 Rugged Manual | SL9709 12/2023...
  • Page 15: Wi-Fi Operation

    2x2 MIMO performance with 300Mbps data rate • Up to -40°C to 71°C wide operating temperature range For more information about the Wi-Fi module please contact Sales. CAD References Isometric View © Sealevel Systems, Inc. R1 Rugged Manual | SL9709 12/2023...
  • Page 16: Front Panel I/O Connectors

    Front Panel I/O Connectors Right Panel I/O Connectors © Sealevel Systems, Inc. R1 Rugged Manual | SL9709 12/2023...
  • Page 17: Left Panel I/O Connectors

    The Base R1 Rugged Industrial Computer system does not include a solid-state drive or operating system. These are added at the time of purchase and will be installed by Sealevel’s experienced technicians. The OS and all necessary software drivers are preinstalled at the factory.
  • Page 18: Hardware Installation

    For full installation instructions, please refer to the Installation Guide provided with your R1 Rugged. If you do not have the installation guide readily available, contact our sales team at sales@sealevel.com. They can also provide you with 3D model images, and compliance certifications for the R1 Rugged.
  • Page 19: Software Installation

    Software Installation At Sealevel Systems, we preinstall all required software needed for the R1 Rugged. If for some reason you need to reinstall any software or drivers, you can find what you need at the below links: congatec Drivers and Module Information The following table provides the COM Express module family for the different models of the R1 Rugged Industrial Computers.
  • Page 20: Kvaser Can Card (Linux And Windows)

    SX-PCEAN2 Radio Module: Silex Technology (product page) SeaCOM Windows Installation To install Sealevel software, you must log in as an administrator or have administrator privileges. 1. Open Windows Explorer and navigate to the downloaded Sealevel software. For example: C:\Downloads\SS030705.exe 2.
  • Page 21 Some versions of Windows will halt the installation and provide you with a dialog box which will ask you for permission for the installer to make changes to your computer. Click on the button to continue installation of your Sealevel software. © Sealevel Systems, Inc.
  • Page 22: Upgrading To The Current Seacom Driver

    7 and later Oss, it will be found in the Programs and Features list. 3. Navigate to the Device Manager and remove the Sealevel adapter by right clicking on the line item and choosing Uninstall. Depending on your product, it can be found under either Multiport Serial Adapters or Universal Serial Bus Controllers.
  • Page 23: Technical Specifications Environmental Specifications

    TC570 Intel i7 1185GRE Module: 25W nominal / 50W max Manufacturing All Sealevel Systems Printed Circuit boards are built to UL 94V0 rating and are 100% electrically tested. These printed circuit boards are solder mask over bare copper or solder mask over tin nickel.
  • Page 24: Operating Temperature Range

    Just like with the Reset button, the Power button needs to be pressed and held for 3 seconds to turn the device on or off. © Sealevel Systems, Inc. R1 Rugged Manual | SL9709 12/2023...
  • Page 25: High Performance Serial Communication Ports

    • Automatic RS-485 enable/disable in hardware for Windows applications. • Windows driver selectable 250K slew rate limiting to minimize electromagnetic interference. • Sealevel’s SeaCOM enhanced serial driver. The R1 Rugged has two high speed serial communication ports supporting data rates up to 20Mbps in RS- 485 modes and 1Mbps in RS-232 Mode.
  • Page 26: Clock Modes And Baud Rates

    Serial Interface Selection Access to and configuration of the serial ports is provided by Sealevel’s SeaCOM driver and port management software. Before configuring, the COM ports must be closed by all applications using the ports.
  • Page 27: Com Port Configuration

    The changed settings will be activated when the Apply button at the bottom of the configuration box is clicked. This also closes the port, allowing other applications to open it. © Sealevel Systems, Inc. R1 Rugged Manual | SL9709 12/2023...
  • Page 28 The choices are: • Tri-State No external signal communication • RS-232 Single ended signaling, point-to-point serial communication mode RS-485 Differential, twisted pair, multidrop serial communication mode • Electrical Interface section © Sealevel Systems, Inc. R1 Rugged Manual | SL9709 12/2023...
  • Page 29: Rs-485 Enable Modes

    Connecting the bias and termination resistors is accomplished in the Port Manger application. © Sealevel Systems, Inc. R1 Rugged Manual | SL9709 12/2023...
  • Page 30: Rs-485 Auto-Enable Delay

    This delay controls when to automatically disable the RS-485 transmitter and place it in the Tri-State (high impedance) condition. This delay may be useful in long-cable networks. Interface Options section © Sealevel Systems, Inc. R1 Rugged Manual | SL9709 12/2023...
  • Page 31: Appendix A - Troubleshooting Serial Communication Issues

    Appendix A – Troubleshooting Serial Communication Issues Ensure that the Sealevel Systems SeaCOM software has been installed on the machine, so that the necessary files are in place to complete the installation. To confirm installation, click on the Windows ‘Start’...
  • Page 32 5. Change your parameters to 9600 bits per second, 8 data bits, no parity, 1 stop bit, and no flow control, as pictured below. 6. Click ‘Apply’ and ‘OK.’ 7. In the main WinSSD window, click on the ‘BERT’ tab (Bit Error Rate test). © Sealevel Systems, Inc. R1 Rugged Manual | SL9709 12/2023...
  • Page 33 9. (RS232) If the COM port is properly working, the Sync Status green light will glow, and the Transmit Frames and Receive Frames will increase. The Tx and Rx Data Rates will show the calculated data rate. Passing RS232 loopback test © Sealevel Systems, Inc. R1 Rugged Manual | SL9709 12/2023...
  • Page 34 Frames will increase on the receive port. The Tx and Rx Data Rates will show the calculated data rate. Passing $S485 loopback test - WinSSD in top image is transmitting port © Sealevel Systems, Inc. R1 Rugged Manual | SL9709 12/2023...
  • Page 35 Passing RS485 loopback test - WinSSD in bottom image is transmitting port. 12. This verifies that the adapter is working properly. You can continue testing this port with different configurations or proceed with testing other ports, if necessary. © Sealevel Systems, Inc. R1 Rugged Manual | SL9709 12/2023...
  • Page 36: Appendix B - How To Get Assistance

    If possible, please have the adapter installed in a computer ready to run diagnostics. Sealevel Systems provides an FAQ section on its web site. Please refer to this to answer many common questions. This section can be found at http://www.sealevel.com/faq.asp.
  • Page 37: Appendix C - Compliance Notices

    Always use cabling provided with this product if possible. If no cable is provided or if an alternate cable is required, use high quality shielded cabling to maintain compliance with FCC/EMC directives. © Sealevel Systems, Inc. R1 Rugged Manual | SL9709 12/2023...
  • Page 38: Appendix D - Handling Instructions

    Keep work area free of non-conductive materials such as ordinary plastic assembly aids and • Styrofoam. • Use field service tools such as cutters, screwdrivers, and vacuum cleaners that are conductive. © Sealevel Systems, Inc. R1 Rugged Manual | SL9709 12/2023...
  • Page 39: Appendix E - Electrical Interface

    (Tx+ to Rx+ and Tx- to Rx-). Four wire mode allows full duplex data transfers. RS-485 does not define a connector pin-out or a set of modem control signals. RS-485 does not define a physical connector. © Sealevel Systems, Inc. R1 Rugged Manual | SL9709 12/2023...
  • Page 40: Appendix F - Asynchronous Communications

    The data rate and communication parameters for asynchronous communications have to be the same at both the transmitting and receiving ends. The communication parameters are baud rate, parity, number of data bits per character, and stop bits (i.e., 9600,N,8,1). © Sealevel Systems, Inc. R1 Rugged Manual | SL9709 12/2023...
  • Page 41: Warranty

    Sealevel's commitment to providing the best I/O solutions is reflected in the Lifetime Warranty that is standard on all Sealevel manufactured I/O products. We are able to offer this warranty due to our control of manufacturing quality and the historically high reliability of our products in the field. Sealevel products are designed and manufactured at its Liberty, South Carolina facility, allowing direct control over product development, production, burn-in and testing.

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