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RQX-59x Series ROScube-X High-Performance AI Embedded Computer for Intelligent Robotic Development RQX-59G/59F/590, RQX-59G-E/59F-E/590-E User’s Manual Manual Rev.: Revision Date: May 06, 2024 Part No: 50M-45R03-1000 Leading EDGE COMPUTING...
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RQX-59x Series California Proposition 65 Warning WARNING: This product can expose you to chemicals including acrylamide, arsenic, benzene, cadmium, Tris(1,3-dichloro-2-propyl) phosphate (TDCPP), 1,4- Dioxane, formaldehyde, lead, DEHP, styrene, DINP, BBP, PVC, and vinyl materials, which are known to the State of California to cause cancer, and acrylamide, benzene, cadmium, lead, mercury, phthalates, toluene, DEHP, DIDP, DnHP, DBP, BBP, PVC, and vinyl materials, which are known to the State of California to cause...
Leading EDGE COMPUTING Table of Contents Revision History ..................i Preface ....................2 Table of Contents .................. 4 List of Tables ..................8 List of Figures ..................10 Introduction ................12 Overview ................12 Features ................12 Packing List ................ 2 Optional Accessories ............
Mounting the RQX-59x Series .......... 40 4.2.1 Install the Wall-mount Brackets ............40 4.2.2 Mounting the Device / Montage de l'Appareil ......... 41 Camera application in RQX-59x Series ......42 4.3.1 Camera supporting list in RQX-59 series ........42 Table of Contents...
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Leading EDGE COMPUTING RQX-59 series flashing BSP MFI file SOP ....... 43 Expansion box application in RQX-59 series ....45 Appendix A Power ................51 A.1 Power Consumption Reference ..........51 Important Safety Instructions ............53 Consignes de Sécurité Importante ............ 55 Getting Service ...................
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Leading EDGE COMPUTING List of Figures Figure 2-1: RQX-59x Series Functional Block Diagram ..... 6 Figure 2-2: RQX-59x Series Top View ..........8 Figure 2-3: RQX-59x(-E) Series Top View ......... 9 Figure 2-4: RQX-590 Front and Rear View ........10 Figure 2-5: RQX-59G Front and Rear View ........
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Leading EDGE COMPUTING Introduction 1.1 Overview ADLINK’s ROScube-X RQX-59x Series, a ROS 2-enabled robotic controller powered by NVIDIA® Jetson AGX Orin™, features an integrated NVIDIA Volta™ GPU, dual deep learning accelerators, along with a wide variety of interfaces including GMSL2 camera connectors for advanced robotic system integration.
Leading EDGE COMPUTING 1.3 Packing List Before unpacking, check the shipping carton for any damage. If the shipping carton and/or contents are damaged, inform your dealer immediately. Retain the shipping carton and packing materials for inspection. Obtain authorization from your dealer before returning any product to ADLINK.
RQX-59x Series Specifications 2.1 RQX-59G(-E), RQX-59F(-E), RQX-590(-E) Model Name RQX-59G/59G-E RQX-59F/59F-E RQX-590/590-E System Core NVIDIA Module NVIDIA® Jetson AGX Orin™ 8-core Arm® Cortex®-A78AE v8.2 64-bit CPU 2MB L2 + 4MB L3 Maximum Operating Frequency: 2.2GHz NVIDIA Ampere architecture with 1792 NVIDIA CUDA®...
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Leading EDGE COMPUTING Model Name RQX-59G/59G-E RQX-59F/59F-E RQX-590/590-E LED Indicators 6x user defined LEDs Green: U1,U2,U3, U6 User Defined Amber: U5 Yellow: U4 Camera Interfaces 2x mini FAKRA quad- 2x mini FAKRA quad- port connectors port connectors. (for FPD-Link camera, (for GMSL2 camera, driver supports driver supports...
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RQX-59x Series Model Name RQX-59G/59G-E RQX-59F/59F-E RQX-590/590-E Environmental Operating 0°C to 50°C at full CPU clock speed with Temperature 0.6m/s airflow -20°C to 70°C at reduced CPU clock speed with 0.6m/s airflow Operating Approx. 95% @40°C (non-condensing) Humidity Storage -40°C to 85°C Temperature Vibration IEC 60068-2-64: Operating 1Grms, 5-500 Hz, 3 axes...
RQX-59x Series 2.3 Display Options With computing and graphic performance enhancement, the RQX- 59x Series controller can support three independent displays with the following configuration. Port Resolution HDMI 2.0a/b 4096x2160@60Hz Table 2-2: Maximum Display Resolution Specifications...
RQX-59x Series System Layout 3.1 Front Panel The RQX-59x Series provides the following front panel access features. Figure 3-1: Front Panel I/O Lockable USB 3.0 Type A x2 USB 2.0 OTG port x1 J HDMI port with screw x1 COM Port x2 Mini FAKRA quad connector x2 USB 3.0 Type A x4 (only on RQX-59G/-E, RQX-...
Leading EDGE COMPUTING The RQX-59x Series provides the following side panel access features. Figure 3-2: Front Panel I/O Multi-I/O (DB-50) Audio In/out Table 3-2: Side Panel I/O Legend System Layout...
RQX-59x Series 3.1.1 Power Button The power button is a non-latched push button with a blue LED indicator. The system is turned on when the button is pressed, and the power LED lights. If the system hangs, press and hold the but- ton for 5 seconds to turn it off.
Leading EDGE COMPUTING 3.1.5 Multi-I/O DB-50 Connector The RQX-59x Series provides comprehensive I/O for autonomous robotics via a DB-50 connector on the right side of the chassis: GPIO/UART/CAN BUS/SPI/I C signals. PWM frequency range is from 25 kHz to 2 Hz. Signal Level Signal...
RQX-59x Series 3.1.6 HDMI Connector The RQX-59x Series provides one HDMI connector with lock screw for connection to an external monitor. Pin # Signal Pin # Signal TMDS Data2+ TMDS Data2 Shield TMDS Data2– TMDS Data1+ TMDS Data1 Shield TMDS Data1– TMDS Data0+ TMDS Data0 Shield TMDS Data0–...
Leading EDGE COMPUTING 3.1.8 Gigabit Ethernet Ports There are two Gigabit Ethernet ports on the front panel supporting the following: IEEE 802.3az Energy Efficient Ethernet ▶ IEEE 802.1as-2011 Timing and Synchronization for Time- ▶ Sensitive Applications in Bridged Local Area Networks IEEE 802.31 Qav Forwarding and Queuing Enhancements ▶...
RQX-59x Series LED Color Status Description Ethernet port is disconnected. Yellow Blinking Ethernet port is connected and active. Table 3-6: Active/Link LED Indicators LED Color Status Description 10 Mbps Green/Orange Amber 100 Mbps Green 1000 Mbps Table 3-7: Speed LED Indicators 3.1.9 DC Power Input Figure 3-4: DC Power Input...
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Leading EDGE COMPUTING Please use an approved power source certified by IEC or UL. The maximum ambient operating temperature (Tma) is described in “Important Safety Instructions”. Altitude during operation is up to 2000 m where output meets LPS and SELV circuit requirements. Power Source Rating Current Current...
RQX-59x Series 3.1.10 COM Port Connectors The RQX-59x Series provides two COM ports through D-sub 9-pin connectors. COM1 support RS-232/485 (software configurable) and COM2 supports RS-232. Figure 3-5: COM Port D-Sub 9-pin Signal Name RS-232 RS-485 DCD# 485DATA- 485DATA+ DTR# DSR# RTS# CTS#...
Leading EDGE COMPUTING 3.1.11 microSD Card Slot The RQX-59x Series provides a micro SD card slot supporting storage up to 2 TB. Figure 3-6: microSD Card Slot Signal Signal DATA2 DATA0 DATA3 DATA1 Table 3-10: microSD Card Slot Pin Definition 3.1.12 USB 2.0 OTG Port This USB 2.0 OTG port is provided for system recovery and to...
RQX-59x Series 3.1.13 mini FAKRA Connector The mini FAKRA connector is only available on the RQX-59G(-E)/ RQX-59F(-E) series, and provides quad ports for each connector. A total of 8 devices can be connected to RQX-59G(-E) / RQX-59F(- E). The RQX-59G/ RQX-59F(-E) provides 8 camera channels using 4 dual GMSL2 deserializers or 4 dual FPD-Link III deserializers.
Leading EDGE COMPUTING Fakra-Plug-to-Jack Cable: 1 position mate-AX to 1x FAKRA Z- code 50Ω cable. Cable lengths of 1, 3, 6 and 12 meters are available. All cables below are of IP69K ratings. Description 1 meter FAKRA Plug to FAKRA Jack cable 30-60218-0000-A0 3 meter FAKRA Plug to FAKRA Jack cable 30-60218-1000-A0...
RQX-59x Series 3.1.14 Audio port RQX-59G(-E)/ RQX-59F(-E)/ RQX-590(-E) series provides audio signals for microphone, headphone and speaker. Users must beware not to plug in the wrong pin direction, otherwise it will cause the audio IC chip to break down. This audio port does not support hot plug.
Leading EDGE COMPUTING 3.2.3 IO Board Connectors Figure 3-13: Function Module Connectors microSD card slot Extend power header Power On/Off button Mini FAKRA connector HDMI Connector USB 2.0 OTG Micro-A/B (for recovery) Local/Extension Power On/Off Jumper Table 3-14: Function Module Connector Legend System Layout...
RQX-59x Series 3.2.4 M.2 B key Slot The M.2 B Key slot supports 3042 and 3052 sizes for 5G module (USB and USIM signals). (Connector label: CN1601). 3.2.5 SIM Card Slot The SIM card socket connects to the Mini PCIe slot (CN) on the mainboard.
Leading EDGE COMPUTING 3.2.9 Local/Extension Power On/Off Jumper This jumper switch (JP1201) puts on CN1202 pin 1 and pin 2 for local power on system. Jumper switch (JP1201) puts on CN1202 pin 2 and pin 3 for extension power on system. CN1202 JP1201 CN1202 Power button Selection...
RQX-59x Series Getting Started This chapter describes the steps needed to begin using the RQX- 59x Series in your application. 4.1 Attach DC Power Connector Locate the DC power cable shown below that is included in the Accessory Box. Insert connector P2 into the ATX DC Power Input “F”...
Leading EDGE COMPUTING 4.2 Mounting the RQX-59x Series 4.2.1 Install the Wall-mount Brackets Use the 4 M4 6mm screws included in the Accessory Box to attach the 2 included wall-mount brackets to the chassis as indicated by the red circles below. Utilisez les 4 vis M4 6 mm incluses dans la boîte d'accessoires pour fixer les 2 supports de montage mural inclus au châssis, comme indiqué...
RQX-59x Series 4.2.2 Mounting the Device / Montage de l'Appareil Mount the device to a wall using the 4 keyhole openings indicated or the 6 mounting holes circled in red, according to the spacing dimensions of the holes in the bracket as shown in Figure 2-2 RQX- 59x Series Top View.
4.3 Camera application in RQX-59x Series 4.3.1 Camera supporting list in RQX-59 series ADLINK RQX-59 series has two SKUs with serial link technology for video distribution to choose from: RQX-59G for GMSL2 and RQX-59F for FPD-Link III. Below is a table of validated cameras and LiDAR for RQX-59 series.
Adlink’s RQX-59 series come with BSP in NVIDIA’s Orin module eMMC. If user wishes to reflash the BSP MFI image file into eMMC in RQX-59 series, this is the SOP of flashing the image. Latest BSP MFI file can be downloaded on Adlink’s official website.
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Leading EDGE COMPUTING Host PC The host must have the following dependencies: • $ sudo apt install libxml2-utils simg2img network-manager abootimg sshpass device-tree-compiler nfs-kernel-server Step 1. Connect the host PC to the Client PC via OTG cable. Step 2. Open a terminal, run following command and check out the mode on Host PC: $ lsusb | grep NVIDIA User needs to make sure the client PC in recovery mode...
RQX-59x Series 4.5 Expansion box application in RQX-59 series ADLINK’s expansion box SKUs provides users with one PCIe Gen4 x16 slot, and one PCIe Gen3 x4 slot. Any expansion cards that users wish to use must comply with the specs. The allowed length of the expansion card is below 19 cm, and width is less than 10 cm.
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Leading EDGE COMPUTING 2. Remove the top screws Remove the screw on the front panel and the one on the rear, highlighted in yellow color. Getting Started...
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RQX-59x Series 4. Remove the expansion box gently. 5. Remove the screws at the side of expansion box Getting Started...
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Leading EDGE COMPUTING 6. Remove the top casing of the expansion box gently in the direction indicated by arrows. Please be very careful when removing. There is a FAN cable connected to the top casing. 7. After the top casing is open, user can insert the expansion cards intended for the application.
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RQX-59x Series 8. After the card is properly installed, put back the top casing in the direction indicated by the arrows. Be very careful not to let the FAN cable to be severed by the top casing when putting back. 9.
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Leading EDGE COMPUTING 10. Gently assemble the expansion box back the RQX-59. 11. Put back all the screws at their original places. Getting Started...
RQX-59x Series Appendix A Power Information in this Appendix is for power budget planning and design purposes only. Actual power consumption may differ based on final application. NOTE NOTE: A.1 Power Consumption Reference The power consumption provided below is based on lab data in which 24V DC is applied and current is measured by the DC power supply.
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RQX-59x Series Important Safety Instructions For user safety, please read and follow all instructions, Warnings, Cautions, and Notes marked in this manual and on the associated device before handling/operating the device, to avoid injury or damage. Read these safety instructions carefully. ▶...
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Leading EDGE COMPUTING A Lithium-type battery may be provided for uninterrupted ▶ backup or emergency power. Risk of explosion if battery is replaced with one of an incorrect type; please dispose of used batteries appropriately. CAUTION: This equipment is not suitable for use in locations where ▶...
RQX-59x Series Consignes de Sécurité Importante S'il vous plaît prêter attention stricte à tous les avertissements et mises en garde figurant sur l'appareil, pour éviter des blessures ou des dommages. Lisez attentivement ces consignes de sécurité. ▶ Conservez le manuel de l'utilisateur pour pouvoir le con- ▶...
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Leading EDGE COMPUTING Si l'appareil ne doit pas être utilisé pendant de longues péri- ▶ odes, éteignez-le et débranchez-le de sa source d'alimenta- tion N'essayez jamais de réparer l'appareil, qui ne doit être réparé ▶ que par un personnel technique qualifié à l'aide d'outils appro- priés Une batterie de type Lithium peut être fournie pour une ali- ▶...
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RQX-59x Series RISQUE DE BRÛLURES Partie chaude! Ne touchez pas cette surface, cela pourrait entraîner des blessures. Pour éviter tout danger, laissez la surface refroidir avant de la toucher. Consignes de Sécurité Importante...
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