Advantech AIR-100 User manual

User Manual
AIR-100
Signage AI Inference System

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Copyright
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by Advantech Co., Ltd. All rights are reserved. Advantech Co., Ltd. also reserves the
right to improve the products described in this manual at any time without notice. No
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tion provided in this manual is intended to be accurate and reliable. However, Advan-
tech Co., Ltd. assumes no responsibility for its use, nor for any infringements on the
rights of third parties that may result from its use.
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Part No. 2006R10020 Edition 1
Printed in China September 2020

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Product Warranty (2 years)
Advantech warrants to you, the original purchaser, that each of its products will be
free from defects in materials and workmanship for two years from the date of pur-
chase.
This warranty does not apply to any products which have been repaired or altered by
persons other than repair personnel authorized by Advantech, or which have been
subject to misuse, abuse, accident or improper installation. Advantech assumes no
liability under the terms of this warranty as a consequence of such events.
Because of Advantech's high quality-control standards and rigorous testing, most of
our customers never need to use our repair service. If an Advantech product is defec-
tive, it will be repaired or replaced at no charge during the warranty period. For out of
warranty repairs, you will be billed according to the cost of replacement materials,
service time and freight. Please consult your dealer for more details.
If you think you have a defective product, follow these steps:
1. Collect all the information about the problem encountered. (For example, CPU
speed, Advantech products used other hardware and software used, etc.) Note
anything abnormal and list any onscreen messages you get when the problem
occurs.
2. Call your dealer and describe the problem. Please have your manual, product,
and any helpful information readily available.
3. If your product is diagnosed as defective, obtain an RMA (return merchandise
authorization) number from your dealer. This allows us to process your return
more quickly.
4. Carefully pack the defective product, a fully-completed Repair and Replacement
Order Card and a photocopy of the proof of purchase date (such as your sales
receipt) in a shippable container. A product returned without proof of the pur-
chase date is not eligible for warranty service.
5. Write the RMA number visibly on the outside of the package and ship it prepaid
to your dealer.
Declaration of Conformity
FCC Class B
Note: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits of a Class
B digital device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Regulations. These limits are
designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residen-
tial installation. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency
energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause
harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that
interference will not occur in a particular installation. If the equipment does cause
harmful interference to radio or television reception, as determined by turning the
equipment off and on again, users are encouraged to try to correct the interference
by performing one or more of the following actions:
Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the
receiver is connected.
Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for assistance.

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Technical Support and Assistance
1. Visit the Advantech website at www.advantech.com/support where you can find
the latest information about the product.
2. Contact your distributor, sales representative, or Advantech's customer service
center for technical support if you need additional assistance. Please have the
following information ready before you call:
–Product name and serial number
–Description of your peripheral attachments
–Description of your software (operating system, version, application software,
etc.)
–A complete description of the problem
–The exact wording of any error messages
Warnings, Cautions, and Notes
Warning! Warnings indicate conditions, which if not observed, can cause personal
injury!
Les avertissements indiquent des conditions qui, si elles ne sont pas
observées, peuvent causer des blessures!
Caution! Cautions are included to help you avoid damaging hardware or losing
data e.g.
There is a danger of a new battery exploding if it is incorrectly installed.
Do not attempt to recharge, force open, or heat the battery. Replace the
battery only with the same or equivalent type recommended by the man-
ufacturer.
Discard used batteries according to the manufacturer's instructions.
Des précautions sont incluses pour vous aider à éviter d'endommager le
matériel ou à perdre des données par exemple.
Une pile neuve risque d'exploser si elle n'est pas installée correctement.
N'essayez pas de recharger, d'ouvrir de force ou de chauffer la batterie.
Remplacez la pile uniquement par le même type ou un type équivalent
recommandé par le fabricant.
Jetez les piles usagées conformément aux instructions du fabricant.
Note! Notes provide optional additional information.
Les notes fournissent des informations supplémentaires facultatives

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Packing List
Before installation, please ensure that the following items have been shipped:
1 x AIR-100 Unit
1 x accessory box include:
–1 x Power Adaptor
–1 x Bracket set for fixing power adapter plug
–2 x Mounting Brackets
–1 x China RoHS
–1 x User Manual
–1 x Content Management Software
–4 x Foot rubbers and screws
Optional Accessory
Part Number Description
1700001524 3-pin power cord (US)
170203183C 3-pin power cord (EU)
170203180A 3-pin power cord (UK)
1702031836 3-pin power cord (AU)
1700008921 3-pin power cord with PSE (Japan)
1700019146 3-pin power cord with CCC(China)

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Safety Instructions
1. Read these safety instructions carefully.
2. Keep this User Manual for later reference.
3. Disconnect this equipment from any AC outlet before cleaning. Use a damp
cloth. Do not use liquid or spray detergents for cleaning.
4. For plug-in equipment, the power outlet socket must be located near the equip-
ment and must be easily accessible.
5. Keep this equipment away from humidity.
6. Put this equipment on a reliable surface during installation. Dropping it or letting
it fall may cause damage.
7. The openings on the enclosure are for air convection. Protect the equipment
from overheating. DO NOT COVER THE OPENINGS.
8. Make sure the voltage of the power source is correct before connecting the
equipment to the power outlet.
9. Position the power cord so that people cannot step on it. Do not place anything
over the power cord.
10. All cautions and warnings on the equipment should be noted.
11. If the equipment is not used for a long time, disconnect it from the power source
to avoid damage by transient overvoltage.
12. Never pour any liquid into an opening. This may cause fire or electrical shock.
13. Never open the equipment. For safety reasons, the equipment should be
opened only by qualified service personnel.
14. If one of the following situations arises, get the equipment checked by service
personnel:
The power cord or plug is damaged.
Liquid has penetrated the equipment.
The equipment has been exposed to moisture.
The equipment does not work well, or you cannot get it to work according to the
user's manual.
The equipment has been dropped and damaged.
The equipment has obvious signs of breakage.
15. DO NOT LEAVE THIS EQUIPMENT IN AN ENVIRONMENT WHERE THE
STORAGE TEMPERATURE MAY GO BELOW -20° C (-4° F) OR ABOVE 60° C
(140° F). THIS COULD DAMAGE THE EQUIPMENT. THE EQUIPMENT
SHOULD BE IN A CONTROLLED ENVIRONMENT.
16. CAUTION: DANGER OF EXPLOSION IF BATTERY IS INCORRECTLY
REPLACED. REPLACE ONLY WITH THE SAME OR EQUIVALENT TYPE
RECOMMENDED BY THE MANUFACTURER, DISCARD USED BATTERIES
ACCORDING TO THE MANUFACTURER'S INSTRUCTIONS.
ATTENTION: Risque d'explosion si la batterie est remplacee de maniere incorrecte.
Remplacer uniquement avec un modèle recommandé par le fabricant, et éliminer les
piles usagées selon les instructions du fabricant.
DISCLAIMER: This set of instructions is given according to IEC 60950-1(ed.2).
Advantech disclaims all responsibility for the accuracy of any statements contained
herein.
This product is intended to be supplied by an UL certified power supply or dc source
suitable for use at minimum Tma 50 degree C whose output meets SELV, LPS and is
rated 19Vdc, 3.42A min., if need further assistance, please contact Advantech for fur-
ther information.
By means of a power cord connected to a socket-outlet with earthing connection

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Consignes de sécurité
1. Lisez attentivement ces instructions de sécurité.
2. Conservez ce manuel pour référence ultérieure.
3. Débranchez cet appareil de toute prise secteur avant le nettoyage. Utilisez un
chiffon humide. Ne pas utiliser de détergents liquides ou en aérosol pour le net-
toyage
4. Pour les équipements enfichables, la prise de courant doit être située près de
l'équipement et doit être facilement accessible.
5. Gardez cet équipement à l'abri de l'humidité.
6. Placez cet équipement sur une surface fiable lors de l'installation. Le laisser
tomber ou le laisser tomber peut causer des dommages.
7. Les ouvertures sur l'enceinte sont destinées à la convection de l'air. Protégez
l'équipement de la surchauffe. NE COUVREZ PAS LES OUVERTURES.
8. Assurez-vous que la tension de la source d'alimentation est correcte avant de
connecter l'équipement à la prise de courant.
9. Positionnez le cordon d'alimentation de sorte que personne ne puisse marcher
dessus. Ne placez rien sur le cordon d'alimentation.
10. Toutes les mises en garde et avertissements sur l'équipement doivent être
notés.
11. Si l'appareil n'est pas utilisé pendant une longue période, débranchez-le de la
source d'alimentation pour éviter tout dommage dû à une surtension transitoire.
12. Ne jamais verser de liquide dans une ouverture. Cela pourrait provoquer un
incendie ou un choc électrique.
13. N'ouvrez jamais l'équipement. Pour des raisons de sécurité, l'équipement ne
doit être ouvert que par du personnel qualifié.
14. Si l'une des situations suivantes se produit, faites vérifier l'équipement par le
personnel de service:l:
Le cordon d'alimentation ou la fiche est endommagé Liquid has penetrated the
equipment.
L'équipement a été exposé à l'humidité.
L'équipement ne fonctionne pas bien ou vous ne pouvez pas le faire fonctionner
conformément au manuel d'utilisation.
L'équipement est tombé et endommagé.
L'équipement présente des signes évidents de rupture.
15. NE PAS LAISSER CET APPAREIL DANS UN ENVIRONNEMENT O LA
TEMPÉRATURE DE STOCKAGE PEUT ÊTRE INFÉRIEURE À -20 ° C (-4 ° F)
OU SUPÉRIEURE À 60 ° C (140 ° F). CELA POURRAIT ENDOMMAGER
L'ÉQUIPEMENT. L'ÉQUIPEMENT DOIT ÊTRE DANS UN ENVIRONNEMENT
CONTRÔLÉ.
16. ATTENTION: DANGER D'EXPLOSION EN CAS DE REMPLACEMENT
INCORRECT DE LA PILE. REMPLACEZ UNIQUEMENT AVEC LE MÊME
TYPE OU LE TYPE ÉQUIVALENT RECOMMANDÉ PAR LE FABRICANT,
DÉJETTEZ LES PILES UTILISÉES SELON LES INSTRUCTIONS DU FABRI-
CANT.
ATTENTION: Risque d'explosion si la batterie est remplacée de manière incorrecte.
Remplacer uniquement avec un modèle recommandé par le fabricant, et éliminer les
piles usagées selon les instructions du fabricant
AVERTISSEMENT: Cet ensemble d'instructions est donné conformément à CEI
60950-1 (ed.2).
Advantech décline toute responsabilité quant à l'exactitude des déclarations contin-
ues dans ce document.

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Ce produit est destiné à être alimenté par une source d'alimentation certifiée UL ou
une source d'alimentation continue convenant à une utilisation à une température
minimale de 50 degrés Celsius, dont la sortie est conforme aux normes SELV, LPS et
d'une puissance nominale de 19 Vcc, 3,42A min. informations supplémentaires.
Au moyen d'un cordon d'alimentation connecté à une prise de courant avec mise à la
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Contents
Chapter 1 General Introduction ...........................1
1.1 Introduction ............................................................................................... 2
1.2 Product Features....................................................................................... 2
1.2.1 General ......................................................................................... 2
1.2.2 Display .......................................................................................... 2
1.2.3 Power Consumption...................................................................... 2
1.3 Hardware Specifications ........................................................................... 3
1.4 Mechanical Specification........................................................................... 4
1.4.1 Dimension..................................................................................... 4
Figure 1.1 AIR-100 Mechanical Dimensions ............................... 4
1.4.2 Weight........................................................................................... 4
1.5 Power Requirements................................................................................. 5
1.5.1 System Power............................................................................... 5
1.5.2 RTC Battery .................................................................................. 5
1.6 Environment Specification......................................................................... 5
1.6.1 Operating Temperature................................................................. 5
1.6.2 Relative Humidity.......................................................................... 5
1.6.3 Storage Temperature.................................................................... 5
1.6.4 Vibration Loading During Operation.............................................. 5
1.6.5 Shock During Operation................................................................ 5
1.6.6 Safety............................................................................................ 5
1.6.7 EMC.............................................................................................. 5
Chapter 2 Hardware Installation ..........................7
2.1 AIR-100 Front and Rear Views ................................................................. 8
Figure 2.1 Front view................................................................... 8
Figure 2.2 Rear view.................................................................... 8
2.2 AIR-100 Front External I/O Connectors .................................................... 8
2.2.1 Power ON/OFF Button.................................................................. 8
Figure 2.3 Power button .............................................................. 8
2.2.2 COM Connector............................................................................ 9
Figure 2.4 COM connector .......................................................... 9
Table 2.1: COM Port Pin Assignments........................................ 9
2.2.3 USB Connectors ........................................................................... 9
Figure 2.5 USB connector ........................................................... 9
Table 2.2: USB 3.0 Connector Pin Assignments......................... 9
2.2.4 S/PDIF / Line out......................................................................... 10
Figure 2.6 2.6 S/PDIF / Line out ................................................ 10
2.2.5 Mic In .......................................................................................... 10
Figure 2.7 Mic-in connector ....................................................... 10
2.3 AIR-100 Rear External I/O Connectors................................................... 11
2.3.1 Power Input Connector ............................................................... 11
Figure 2.8 DC input connector................................................... 11
2.3.2 HDMI Connector ......................................................................... 11
Figure 2.9 HDMI connector........................................................ 11
Table 2.3: HDMI Connector Pin Assignments........................... 11
2.3.3 USB Connectors ......................................................................... 12
Figure 2.10USB 2.0 connector ................................................... 12
Table 2.4: USB Pin Assignments .............................................. 12
2.3.4 Ethernet Connector (LAN) .......................................................... 13
Figure 2.11LAN connector.......................................................... 13
Table 2.5: LAN Connector Pin Assignments ............................. 13
2.4 Hardware Installation .............................................................................. 14

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2.4.1 Memory Installation..................................................................... 14
Figure 2.12Memory module installation...................................... 14
2.4.2 HDD/SSD Installation ................................................................. 15
Figure 2.13HDD/SSD installation ............................................... 15
2.4.3 Mini PCIe card /SIM Card Installation......................................... 16
Figure 2.14Mini PCIe / SIM card installation .............................. 16
2.4.4 Antenna Installation .................................................................... 17
Figure 2.15Antenna module installation ..................................... 17
2.4.5 Mount Brackets Installation......................................................... 18
Figure 2.16Mount brackets installation....................................... 18
2.4.6 Rubber Feet Installation.............................................................. 19
Figure 2.17Rubber feet Installation ............................................ 19
Chapter 3 BIOS settings .................................... 21
3.1 BIOS Introduction.................................................................................... 22
3.2 Enter Setup ............................................................................................. 22
3.2.1 Main Setup.................................................................................. 22
Figure 3.1 Main setup screen.................................................... 22
3.2.2 Advanced BIOS Setup................................................................ 23
Figure 3.2 Advanced BIOS setup screen .................................. 23
Figure 3.3 ACPI setup screen ................................................... 24
Figure 3.4 SMART Setting screen............................................. 24
Figure 3.5 Super I/O configuration setup screen....................... 25
Figure 3.6 Hardware monitoring screen .................................... 25
Figure 3.7 S5 RTC wake setup screen...................................... 26
Figure 3.8 Serial port console redirection setup screen ............ 26
Figure 3.9 CPU configuration setup screen............................... 27
Figure 3.10CPU C-state report setup screen ............................. 27
Figure 3.11Hardware monitor setup screen ............................... 28
Figure 3.12USB configuration setup screen............................... 29
Figure 3.13Platform Trust Technology ....................................... 29
Figure 3.14Intel TXE configuration setup screen ....................... 30
3.2.3 BIOS Chipset Setup.................................................................... 31
Figure 3.15North Bridge and South Bridge setup scree............. 31
3.2.4 BIOS Security Setup................................................................... 32
Figure 3.16Security configuration setup screen ......................... 32
3.2.5 BIOS Boot Setup ........................................................................ 33
Figure 3.17Boot configuration setup screen............................... 33
3.2.6 BIOS Save & Exit Setup ............................................................. 34
Figure 3.18Save & Exit configuration setup screen.................... 34

Chapter 1
1General Introduction
This chapter gives background
information regarding the AIR-100
series.

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1.1 Introduction
Advantech AIR-100 is a Edge AI Inference Systems of Ultra HD signage player. It is
powered by an Intel® Atom™ Processor E3950, Intel Movidius Myriad X MA2485
VPU and integrated NVIDIA® GeForce® GT 1030 graphic engine to help accelerate
deep learning inference on the edge for a wide range of AI-based vertical applica-
tions. This system deliver high performance to empower real-time intelligence com-
pute ability. AIR-100 not only has four HDMI ports to support each independent
display in 4K @ 30HZ playback, it can also play single video content in 4K @ 60Hz
playback via the HDMI 2.0 port. AIR-100 is the ideal solution for AI-based vertical
multi-display applications in stores, stadiums, hotel lobbies, restaurants, and other
public spaces.
1.2 Product Features
1.2.1 General
Intel® Atom™ Processor X Series E3950
1 x Intel Movidius Myriad X MA2485 VPU
Integrated with NVIDIA® GeForce® GT 1030 graphic
Supports 4 x HDMI ports (2 x HDMI 2.0, 2 x HDMI 1.4*)
Supports 1 x GbE, 2 x USB 3.0 ,2 x USB 2.0 and 1 x COM(RS-232)
Supports 2.5-inch SATA HDD/SSD drive bay for storage devices
Built-in 1 x Audio phone jack for Mic In, 1 x SPDIF/Line Out
Built-in 1 x Full size of Mini PCIe support mSATA or w/SIM holder, support
WWAN module (USB interface)
1.2.2 Display
Resolution:
–HDMI 2.0: 3840 x 2160 @60Hz
–HDMI 1.4: 3840 x 2160 @30Hz (HDMI port4 support CEC)
1.2.3 Power Consumption
Idle: 13.7 W
Max.: 26.4 W

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1.3 Hardware Specifications
CPU: Intel® Atom™ Processor X-7 E3950
VPU: 1x Intel Movidius Myriad X MA2485
GPU: NVIDIA GeForce GT 1030
System Chipset: SoC solution, built-in Intel® Apollo Lake
BIOS: AMI uEFI 64 Mbit Flash BIOS
System Memory: 1 x 204-pin SO-DIMM DDR3L 4GB memory (-20~85°C) built
in (Max. 2 x 8GB DDR3L 204-pin SO-DIMM)
CPU Graphics:
–Intel® HD Graphics 505 (X-7 E3950)
Storage: 1 x 64GB 2.5” SSD (0~70°C) storage built-in
Watchdog Timer: Supported by Advantech SUSI API
I/O Interface:
–COM:1 x RS-232
–USB: 2 x USB 3.0, 2 X USB 2.0
–Audio: 1 x SPDIF / Line-Out, 1 x Mic-in
Ethernet Chipset: 1 x Intel i211, *1 x Realtek 8111G
–Speed: 10/100/1000 Mbps
–Interface: 1 x RJ-45 jacks with LED
–Standard: IEEE 802.3 (10 / 1000 Base-T, 100 Base-TX) or IEEE 802.3u
(Auto-Negotiation)
Module
–TPM 2.0
Expansion
–Mini PCIe: 1 socket internal (Full size), support mSATA or w/SIM holder, sup-
port WWAN module (USB interface)

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1.4 Mechanical Specification
1.4.1 Dimension
220 x 150 x 40 mm (8.66" x 5.91" x 1.57") (W x D x H)
Figure 1.1 AIR-100 Mechanical Dimensions
1.4.2 Weight
1.7 kg (3.7 lb)
220 8.66
247.40 9.74
110 4.33
235.40 9.27
76 2.99
3.50 0.14
75 2.95 55 2.17 38 1.5038 1.50
10 0.39
7 0.28
3.50 0.14
150 5.91
40 1.57 43 1.69

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1.5 Power Requirements
1.5.1 System Power
Minimum power input: DC 19V, 3.42A
1.5.2 RTC Battery
3V/200 mAh BR2032
1.6 Environment Specification
1.6.1 Operating Temperature
0 ~ 50 °C (w/ SSD) ,with 0.7m/s air flow
1.6.2 Relative Humidity
95% @ 40° C (non-condensing)
1.6.3 Storage Temperature
-20° C -60° C (-4-140° F)
1.6.4 Vibration Loading During Operation
0.5 Grms(HDD), IEC 60068-2-64, random, 5 ~ 500 Hz , 3 axes,1 hr/axis
3.0 Grms(HDD), IEC 60068-2-64, random, 5 ~ 500 Hz , 3 axes,1 hr/axis
1.6.5 Shock During Operation
10 G(HDD), IEC 60068-2-27, half sine, 11 ms duration
30 G(SSD), IEC 60068-2-27, half sine, 11 ms duration
1.6.6 Safety
UL,CB, BSMI, CCC
1.6.7 EMC
CE/FCC Class B, BSMI, CCC

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Chapter 2
2Hardware Installation
This chapter describes AIR-100
external I/O and explains the hard-
ware installation processes.

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2.1 AIR-100 Front and Rear Views
Figure 2.1 Front view
Figure 2.2 Rear view
2.2 AIR-100 Front External I/O Connectors
2.2.1 Power ON/OFF Button
AIR-100 has a power ON/OFF button on front side. Push this button to turn the sys-
tem ON and OFF.
Figure 2.3 Power button

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2.2.2 COM Connector
AIR-100 provides 1 x D-sub 9-pin connectors serial communication interface port.
The port can support RS-232 mode communication.
Figure 2.4 COM connector
2.2.3 USB Connectors
AIR-100 front side provides 2 x USB3.0 interface connectors, which give complete
Plug & Play and hot swapping capability for up to 127 external devices. The two USB
3.0 interface are compliant with USB UHCI, Rev. 3.0. (Refer to Table 2.2 for pin defi-
nitions)
Figure 2.5 USB connector
Table 2.1: COM Port Pin Assignments
Pin Signal Name
1 DCD
2 RxD
3 TxD
4 DTR
5 GND
6 DSR
7 RTS
8 CTS
9 RI
Table 2.2: USB 3.0 Connector Pin Assignments
Pin Signal Name
1 VBUS
2 USB Data-
3 USB Data+
4 GND
5 StdA_SSRX-
6 StdA_SSRX+
7 GND_DRAIN
8 StdA_SSTX-
9 StdA_SSTX+

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2.2.4 S/PDIF / Line out
The connector port is a combo connector. It not only allows you to transfer digital
sound to an amplifier or television but also can be the Line out It supports Jacks
sensing and configuration can be conducted via the driver UI.
Figure 2.6 2.6 S/PDIF / Line out
2.2.5 Mic In
The connector port have Microphone (Input) functions.
Figure 2.7 Mic-in connector