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Open-Frame Panel PC

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50M-P1500-1000

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Page 1 SP2-IMX8 Series Open-Frame Panel PC User’s Manual Manual Rev.: Revision Date: Apr. 19, 2024 Part No: 50M-P1500-1000...
Page 2: Revision History
Revision History Revision Release Date Description of Change(s) 2024-04-19 Initial release.
Page 3: Environmental Responsibility
SP2-IMX8 Series Preface Copyright © 2024 ADLINK Technology Inc. This document contains proprietary information protected by copy- right. All rights are reserved. No part of this manual may be repro- duced by any mechanical, electronic, or other means in any form without prior written permission of the manufacturer.
Page 4 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...
Page 5: Table Of Contents
Overview................1 Features................1 Packing List ................. 2 Optional Accessories ............2 2 Specifications ..............3 SP2-IMX8 Series Specifications .......... 3 SP2-IMX8 Series Block Diagram......... 6 Power................... 7 Mechanical Dimensions............8 Installing a Wi-Fi Module ........... 10 Mounting ................14 3 System Layout..............
Page 6 Important Safety Instructions..........47 Consignes de Sécurité Importante ........49 EMC Compliance ..............52 Getting Service ..............53...
Page 7: List Of Tables
SP2-IMX8 Series List of Tables Table 2-1: SP2-IMX8 Series Specifications ........3 Table 3-1: External I/O Legend (Back) ........... 19 Table 3-2: External I/O Legend (Side) ..........20 Table 3-3: LAN LED Indicator Definition ......... 20 Table 3-4: LED Indicator Definition ..........21 Table 3-5: Micro USB-B Port (OTG) Definition .......
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Page 9: List Of Figures
Figure 2-3: SP2-10WP Dimensions ........... 9 Figure 2-4: SP2-7WP Cutout Dimensions........15 Figure 2-5: SP2-10WP Cutout Dimensions........15 Figure 3-1: SP2-IMX8 Series External I/O (Back)......19 Figure 3-2: SP2-IMX8 Series External I/O (Side)......20 Figure 3-3: Micro USB-B Port (OTG) Definition ....... 21 Figure 3-4: Function Button .............
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Page 11: Introduction
SP2-IMX8 Series Introduction 1.1 Overview The SP2-IMX8 Series open-frame panel PC is based on the ultra- low-power ARM A53 series processors featuring flexible IO options. The SP2-IMX8 Series features efficient capabilities and compact size that are easy to integrate with kiosk and panel PC applications.
Page 12: Packing List
Retain the shipping carton and packing mate- rials for inspection. Obtain authorization from your dealer before returning any product to ADLINK. Ensure that the following items are included in the package. 1x SP2-IMX8 Series Smart Panel  1.4 Optional Accessories Wi-Fi module ...
Page 13: Specifications
1x USB 3.0 + 2.0, Type A (Optional) 1x USB 2.0 Micro B OTG (default) 1x HDMI 2.0a, up to 3840x2160p30 for display, DisplayPort 1920x1080p60 for Video 1x Reset button Buttons 1x Function button 1x Wafer to support power button Table 2-1: SP2-IMX8 Series Specifications...
Page 14 OP 20G peak acceleration (Half-Sine), Pulse Duration: 11ms (Refer to IEC60068-2-27), ±X, ±Y, ±Z, 3 shocks/ axes (SP2-07WP-IMX8/SP2-10WP-IMX8) Shock OP 30G peak acceleration (Half-Sine), Pulse Duration: 11ms (Refer to IEC60068-2-27), ±X, ±Y, ±Z, 3 shocks/ axes (SP2-IMX8-SBC) Air: ±15kV, Contact: ±8kV Table 2-1: SP2-IMX8 Series Specifications...
Page 15 Windows 10, by demand Mechanical Construction SGCC Dimensions (HxWxD) 184 x 154 mm 257.6 x 202.2 mm Weight 860g ± 25g 950g ± 28g 1) Panel Mounting Mounting (Optional) 2) Rear cover 3) VESA bracket Table 2-1: SP2-IMX8 Series Specifications...
Page 16: Sp2-Imx8 Series Block Diagram
USB2-2 EEPROM I2C2 U2 touch conn. Wafer I2C3 USB3-2 Extended conn. Wafer SW Debug USB2 UART2 LineOut/MIC USB3 Wafer Codec GPIx4 Speaker Amp. GPOx4 GPIO Wafer I2C6 Expander Buzzer GPIO Wafer Function Boot mode Figure 2-1: SP2-IMX8 Series Block Diagram...
Page 17: Power
SP2-IMX8 Series 2.3 Power Please use an approved power source as certified by IEC or If you need adaptor, optional accessories or further assistance, WARNING: please contact with ADLINK for further information. Tma of this device is 60? The altitude during operation is up to 5000 m whose output meets LPS and SELV (ES1) circuits.
Page 18: Mechanical Dimensions
2.4 Mechanical Dimensions All dimensions are in millimeters, unless noted. NOTE: NOTE: 2.4.1 SP2-7WP Dimensions 47.20 ± 2.00 16.20 184.00 ± 0.50 8.70 210.00 149.90 10.50 3.50 32.00 42.00 32.00 131.50 Figure 2-2: SP2-7WP Dimensions...
Page 19: Figure 2-3: Sp2-10Wp Dimensions
SP2-IMX8 Series 2.4.2 SP2-10WP Dimensions 44.15 ± 2.00 257.60 ± 0.50 12.15 9.65 283.60 232.86 10.50 3.50 32.00 32.00 42.00 205.10 Figure 2-3: SP2-10WP Dimensions...
Page 20: Installing A Wi-Fi Module
2.5 Installing a Wi-Fi Module Follow these steps to add or change a Wi-Fi modules. In the default configuration, only one PCI slot is available. NOTE: NOTE: 1. Remove the 6 screws that attach the rear cover to the chasis and remove the cover.
Page 21 SP2-IMX8 Series 2. Install the Wi-Fi module.
Page 22 3. Connect Wi-Fi antenna wires from the chassis to the Wi- Fi Module. 4. Reattach the rear cover to the chasis with the previously removed screws.
Page 23 SP2-IMX8 Series 5. Attach the Wi-Fi antennas to the outside of the chassis. Wi-Fi antennas must be installed on the SP2-IMX8 Series housing in order for Wi-Fi to function properly. NOTE: NOTE:...
Page 24: Mounting
2.6 Mounting This section includes details for panel and VESA mounting options. Risk of physical injuries and / or property damage: When mounting the device, use the screws to mount the VESA bracket to the rear of the device. Tighten all four screws firmly WARNING: to support the weight of the device.
Page 25: Panel Mounting
SP2-IMX8 Series 2.6.1 Panel Mounting The SP2-IMX8 Series can be panel mounted with 14 mounting clips (optional items sold separately). Make sure there is adequate space behind the panel for ventilation, and that the panel material and thickness can support the weight of the device.
Page 26 Step 2: Attach I/O cables to the device before installing into the panel if rear access will be limited after installation. Step 3: Place the device into the panel cutout. SP2-IMX8 Wall System Wall Standoff 8pcs M3 L6 screw 8pcs Step 4: Secure the device using the 8 screw holes in the frame.
Page 27: Vesa Mounting
SP2-IMX8 Series 2.6.2 VESA Mounting The SP2-IMX8 Series can be VESA mounted with a rear cover and VESA bracket. (Optional items sold separately.) M3 L4mm Screw, F-head VESA-mount bracket Optional VESA bracket and M3 screws sold separately. Con- tact your ADLINK reseller for details.
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Page 29: System Layout
SP2-IMX8 Series System Layout 3.1 External I/O Connectors The SP2-IMX8 Series provides the following external I/O connec- tors. C D E Figure 3-1: SP2-IMX8 Series External I/O (Back) A 1x HDMI B 2x RJ45 GbE LAN C 1x USB 2.0, Type A D 1x USB 3.2 Gen1 (5Gbps) Type-A...
Page 30: Table 3-2: External I/O Legend (Side)
Figure 3-2: SP2-IMX8 Series External I/O (Side) G 1x Micro USB-B H 1x Function Button 1x Reset Button 1x MicroSD Card Slot Table 3-2: External I/O Legend (Side) 3.1.1 RJ45 GbE LAN 2 LEDs indicate LAN status. Color Indicator Description Ethernet connected with no activity.
Page 31: Table 3-4: Led Indicator Definition
SP2-IMX8 Series 3.1.2 2 LEDs indicate system status. Color Indicator Description Green Standby Indicates standby power ready. Orange Status Indicates System OS is Ready to use. Table 3-4: LED Indicator Definition 3.1.3 Micro USB-B Port (OTG) This Micro USB-B Port facilitates connection of external or OTG devices.
Page 32: Table 3-6: Function Button Triggers
tion button effectively changes the preferred boot device. The first boot device can be changed using the Boot Mode switches in the next section, and may significantly alter the functionality of this button. See “Boot Mode Switch” on page 31. By default, holding the function button and then attaching the AC power connector will cause the system to boot from the microSD card.
Page 33: Figure 3-5: Reset Button
SP2-IMX8 Series 3.1.5 Reset Button Pressing the reset button will restart the system immediately. TOP VIEW SIDE VIEW Figure 3-5: Reset Button 3.1.6 MicroSD Card The MicroSD card slot can be used for expanded storage. The slot supports SDR12, SDR25, SDR50, SDR104, and DDR50 speed grades.
Page 34: Internal I/O Connectors
Table 3-7: MicroSD Card Connector Pin Definition 3.2 Internal I/O Connectors Installation of add-on devices must be carried out by ADLINK service personnel only. Users must not disassemble the device themselves. WARNING: L'installation de périphériques complémentaires doit être effec- tuée uniquement par le personnel de service ADLINK. Les util- isateurs ne doivent pas démonter l'appareil eux-mêmes.
Page 35: Figure 3-7: Mainboard Connectors (Top)
SP2-IMX8 Series Figure 3-7: Mainboard Connectors (top) Figure 3-8: Mainboard Connectors (bottom)
Page 36: Table 3-8: Uart Debugging Connector Pin Definition
UART debugging connector Buzzer RS232/RS422/RS485 & RS485/CAN Internal Reset and Function Button wafer Wafer I/O Expander Connector USB Touch 2230, E Key for Wi-Fi/Bluetooth LVDS Connector Modules LVDS Power Selection Jumper RTC Battery wafer Boot Mode Switch I2C 3 Wafer Speaker I2C 2 Wafer Line Out/Mic In...
Page 37: Table 3-9: Rs232/Rs422/Rs485 & Rs485/Can Pin Definition
SP2-IMX8 Series 3.2.3 RS232/RS422/RS485 & RS485/CAN Wafer Figure 3-11: RS232/RS422/RS485 & RS485/CAN Wafer Pin Definition Signal RS232 RS422 RS485 CN_COM1_CTS# CTS# TXD422- 485DATA1- CN_COM1_RXD TXD422+ 485DATA1+ CN_COM1_TXD RXD422+ CN_COM1_RTS# RTS# RXD422- CN_RS485_DN 485DATA2- CN_RS485_DP 485DATA2+ CON_CAN1_H CAN_H CON_CAN1_L CAN_L Table 3-9: RS232/RS422/RS485 & RS485/CAN Pin Definition...
Page 38: Table 3-10: I/O Expander Connector Pin Definition
3.2.4 I/O Expander Connector The 30-pin I/O expander connector includes expansion options for USB 3, I C, SPI, GPI, and GPO. TOP VIEW SIDE VIEW Figure 3-12: I/O Expander Connector Pin Definition Signal Signal P_5V_VUSB_INT(PWR 2 P_5V_VUSB_INT(PWR 4 USB3_TX_N_INT_CN P_3V3_A_EIO(PWR) USB3_TX_P_INT_CN SPI2_MOSI_3V3_CN SPI2_MISO_3V3_CN...
Page 39: Figure 3-13: E Key Connector Pin Definition
SP2-IMX8 Series 3.2.5 M.2 2230, E Key for Wi-Fi/Bluetooth Modules Provides expansion for a Wi-Fi/Bluetooth module. Figure 3-13: E Key Connector Pin Definition Signal Signal P_+3V3_NGFF_E M2E_USB_P P_+3V3_NGFF_E M2E_USB_N M2_SD_CLK M2_SD_CMD M2_SD_DATA0 M2_SD_DATA1 M2_SD_DATA2 M2_SD_DATA3 M2_UART_WAKE M2_SD_WAKE UART1_RXD M2_SD_nRST UART1_TXD...
Page 40: Table 3-11: Key Connector Connector Pin Definition
Signal Signal PCH_CLK_REQ1-L M2_E_PEWAKE_N W_DISABLE1 PCH_SMB_DAT_A PCH_SMB_CLK_A GP_C02_SMB_ALERT- P_+3V3_NGFF_E P_+3V3_NGFF_E Table 3-11: Key Connector Connector Pin Definition 3.2.6 LVDS Power Selection Jumper This 6-pin jumper configures the panel backlight and voltage through the LVDS connection. Figure 3-14: LVDS Power Selection Jumper Pin Definition Pins Signal +12V(Default)
Page 41: Figure 3-15: Boot Mode Switch Definition
SP2-IMX8 Series 3.2.7 Boot Mode Switch Avoid adjusting the boot mode switch configuration on produc- tion devices without testing. Changing the boot mode switch configuration will significantly alter the behavior of the function NOTE: NOTE: button and device boot order. If the function button behaves...
Page 42: Table 3-14: Speaker Connector Pin Definition
Figure 3-16: Speaker Connector Pin Definition Signal AMP_L+ AMP_L- AMP_R+ AMP_R- Table 3-14: Speaker Connector Pin Definition 3.2.9 Mic In/Line Out Connector Supports Mic in/line out, connecting to peripherals via cable. Figure 3-17: Mic In/Line Out Connector Pin Definition Signal CON_MIC1_IN CON_LINE1_OUT_L CON_LINE1_OUT_R-...
Page 43: Table 3-16: Buzzer Connector Pin Definition
SP2-IMX8 Series 3.2.10 Buzzer Connector Figure 3-18: Buzzer Connector Pin Definition Signal BUZZER- BUZZER+ Table 3-16: Buzzer Connector Pin Definition 3.2.11 Internal Reset and Function Button Wafer Connects to reset and function buttons via cable. Figure 3-19: Internal Reset and Function Buttons Pin Definition...
Page 44: Bottom View Side View
3.2.12 USB Touch Connector The USB 2.0 connector supports a touch-sensitive digitizer BOTTOM VIEW SIDE VIEW Figure 3-20: USB Touch Connector Pin Definition Signal USB2_DP_TOUCH_CN USB2_DN_TOUCH_CN P5V_U2_TOU(PWR) Table 3-18: USB Touch Connector Pin Definition...
Page 45: Bottom View
SP2-IMX8 Series 3.2.13 LVDS Connector The LVDS/eDP allows internal connection to a display. BOTTOM VIEW SIDE VIEW Figure 3-21: LVDS Connector Pin Definition Signal Signal LVDS_A3N_1 LVDS_A3P_1 LVDS_A2N_1 LVDS_A2P_1 LVDS_ACKN_1 LVDS_ACKP_1 LVDS_A1N_1 LVDS_A1P_1 LVDS_A0N_1 LVDS_A0P_1 LVDS_B3N_1 LVDS_B3P_1 LVDS_B2N_1 LVDS_B2P_1 LVDS_BCKN_1...
Page 46: Table 3-19: Lvds Connector Pin Definition
Signal Signal LVDS_B1N_1 LVDS_B1P_1 LVDS_B0N_1 LVDS_B0P_1 +VDD_PANEL_CN(PWR) +VDD_PANEL_CN(PWR) BLPWR_12V_5V_CN(PWR) BLPWR_12V_5V_CN(PWR) G_LVDS_I2C_DAT_CN G_LVDS_I2C_CLK_CN LCD_SEL68_CN CN2_LVDS_BKLT_EN CN_LVDS_BKLT_PWM Table 3-19: LVDS Connector Pin Definition 3.2.14 RTC Battery Connector The Real Time Clock battery connector allows connection of a backup battery to sustain the system clock in the event of a power outage.
Page 47: Table 3-21: I2C Connector 3 Pin Definition
SP2-IMX8 Series 3.2.15 I²C Connector 3 The I²C (Inter-Integrated Circuit) connector is a robust interface that facilitates low-speed, serial communication between various devices within a compact electronic system, enhancing connectiv- ity and data transmission efficiency. BOTTOM VIEW SIDE VIEW Figure 3-23: I2C Connector 3 Pin Definition...
Page 48: Table 3-22: I2C Connector 2 Pin Definition
3.2.16 I²C Connector 2 The I²C (Inter-Integrated Circuit) connector is a robust interface that facilitates low-speed, serial communication between various devices within a compact electronic system, enhancing connectiv- ity and data transmission efficiency. BOTTOM VIEW SIDE VIEW Figure 3-24: I2C Connector 2 Pin Definition Signal P_3V3_A_I2C(PWR) I2C_SDA_3V3...
Page 49: Getting Started With Sp2-Imx8 Kit
SP2-IMX8 Series Getting Started with SP2-IMX8 Kit This section provides helpful tips for booting up the SP2-IMX8 LPDDR4 development kit. This chapter assumes default Boot Mode Switch configuration and function button behavior. If you experience unexpected behavior with the function button, verify that the device has not...
Page 50: Booting From A Microsd Card
4.3.1 Creating a Bootable MicroSD Card You can boot into a Linux environment in preparation for flashing to the on-board eMMC. ADLINK provides a demo image built spe- cifically for the SP2-IMX8 board configuration. 1. On an existing PC, download the image from the ADLINK website following...
Page 51 SP2-IMX8 Series Congratulations, you can now move on to Flashing Linux to the eMMC from the microSD card. If no valid boot image is available on the microSD card, or no card is inserted, the device will fall back to Serial Download Mode.
Page 52: Advanced Features
2. Type 'installer.sh' and press Enter to run the installer script. 3. Follow the onscreen instructions to complete the installa- tion process. 4. Once the installation process is completed, eject the microSD card and cycle the power or reset the device. When the device is powered back on, it will now boot from the on- board eMMC.
Page 53 SP2-IMX8 Series should visible host computer. 5. Use a flashing tool to flash the image onto the emulated mass storage device (on-board eMMC storage). 6. Once the flashing process completes, disconnect the cable and restart the device. You will now be able to boot from the newly flashed eMMC storage.
Page 54 2. On your computer, open a shell. 3. Use lsusb to verify that the SP2-IMX8 is in serial down- load mode. 4. Run uuu -b emmc_all <path to bootloader> <path to eMMC image> to flash the image. 5. Disconnect the cable and reboot the device. 4.4.3 Using a Serial Console Cable You can connect a serial console cable by connecting a USB to...
Page 55: Software Support
SP2-IMX8 Series Software Support Visit the ADLINK github page at: https://github.com/adlink/meta-adlink-nxp...
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Page 57: Important Safety Instructions
SP2-IMX8 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.
Page 58 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: The device must be serviced by authorized technicians when: ...
Page 59: Consignes De Sécurité Importante
SP2-IMX8 Series Consignes de Sécurité Importante Pour la sécurité de l'utilisateur, veuillez lire et suivre toutes les instructions, avertissements, mises en garde et notes marqués dans ce manuel et sur l'appareil associé avant de manipuler/d'uti- liser l'appareil, afin d'éviter toute blessure ou tout dommage.
Page 60 Installez/fixez et utilisez l'appareil uniquement sur des  surfaces stables et/ou sur les fixations recommandées. L'ordinateur Smart Touch est alimenté par un adaptateur  ou une source CC. Veuillez vous assurer que l'adapta- teur ou la source CC doit conserver la connexion à la terre s'il est doté...
Page 61 SP2-IMX8 Series Il est recommandé d'installer l'appareil uniquement dans une  salle de serveurs ou une salle informatique où l'accès est: Réservé au personnel de service qualifié ou aux utilisa-  teurs familiarisés avec les restrictions appliquées à l'emplacement, aux raisons de ces restrictions et toutes les précautions requises...
Page 62: Fcc Warning
EMC Compliance CE Warning This is a Class B product. In a domestic environment, this product may cause radio interference, in which case the user may be required to take adequate measures. FCC Warning This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the lim- its for a Class B digital device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules.
Page 63: Getting Service
San Jose, CA 95119-1208, USA Tel: +1-408-360-0200 Toll Free: +1-800-966-5200 (USA only) Fax: +1-408-600-1189 Email: info@adlinktech.com ADLINK Technology (China) Co., Ltd. 300 Fang Chun Rd., Zhangjiang Hi-Tech Park Pudong New Area, Shanghai, 201203 China Tel: +86-21-5132-8988 Fax: +86-21-5132-3588 Email: market@adlinktech.com ADLINK Technology GmbH Hans-Thoma-Straße 11...

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