Advantech ARK-1503 User manual

User Manual
ARK-1503
Embedded IPC

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Attention!
This package contains a hard-copy user manual in Chinese for China CCC
certification purposes, and there is an English user manual included as a PDF
file on the CD. Please disregard the Chinese hard copy user manual if the
product is not to be sold and/or installed in China.

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Copyright
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by Advantech Co., Ltd. All rights are reserved. Advantech Co., Ltd. reserves the right
to make improvements in the products described in this manual at any time without
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Ltd. Information provided in this manual is intended to be accurate and reliable. How-
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ments of the rights of third parties, which may result from its use.
Acknowledgements
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Part No. 2006150301 Edition 2
Printed in Taiwan June 2014

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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 proof of purchase date (such as your sales receipt)
in a shippable container. A product returned without proof of the purchase 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 A
Note: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class
A digital device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to
provide reasonable protection against harmful interference when the equipment is
operated in a commercial environment. This equipment generates, uses, and can
radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the
instruction manual, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. Opera-
tion of this equipment in a residential area is likely to cause harmful interference in
which case the user will be required to correct the interference at his own expense.

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Technical Support and Assistance
1. Visit the Advantech web site 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!
Caution! Cautions are included to help you avoid damaging hardware or losing
data.
Note! Notes provide optional additional information.

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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 into 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.
17. CAUTION: Any unverified component could cause unexpected damage. To
ensure the correct installation, please always use the components (ex. screws)
provided with the accessory box.
18. CAUTION: The computer is provided with a battery-powered real-time clock cir-
cuit. There is a danger of explosion if battery is incorrectly replaced. Replace
only with same or equivalent type recommended by the manufacture. Discard
used batteries according to the manufacturers instructions.
19. CAUTION: Always completely disconnect the power cord from your chassis
whenever you work with the hardware. Do not make connections while the
power is on. Sensitive electronic components can be damaged by sudden
power surges.

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The sound pressure level at the operator's position according to IEC 704-1:1982 is
no more than 70 dB (A).
DISCLAIMER: This set of instructions is given according to IEC 704-1. Advantech
disclaims all responsibility for the accuracy of any statements contained herein.
Packing list
Before installation, please ensure the following items have been shipped:
1 x ARK-1503 Unit
1 x Driver CD (Drivers and Manual)
1 x China RoHS
1 x Chinese User Manual for CCC
1 x Warranty Card
Ordering information
Optional accessories
Model Number Description
ARK-1503F-D6A1E Intel Atom D525 1.8 GHz, with DB36 LVDS interface
ARK-1503F-D4A1E Intel Atom D425 1.8 GHz, with DB36 LVDS interface
ARK-1503P-D6A1E Intel Atom D525 1.8 GHz, with golden finger interface for ITM-5115
Part Number Description
1757003062 AC-to-DC Adapter 100-240 V, 60W, 12 V / 5 A
Power Plug, 0 ~ 40°C for Home and Office Use
1702002600 Power Cable 3-pin 180 cm, USA Type
1702002605 Power Cable 3-pin 180 cm, Europe Type
1702031801 Power Cable 3-pin 180 cm, UK Type
1700008921 Power Cable 3-pin 180 cm, PSE Mark
9666K10000E DIN-Rail mounting kit for ARK-1000 series models
9666K10001E VESA mounting kit for ARK-1000 series models
WIFI-105E Wireless IEEE 802.11b/g/n, Mini PCIe interface WLAN
1700001854 SMA cable 11CM for WIFI-105E WLAN module
1750003222 802.11b/g 5dBi Dipole Antenna for 968EMW0021 WLAN module
1700019110 3 m DB36 LVDS integrated cable for ITM-5115R-LA1E
ITM-5115R-LA1E 15" XGA LED Industrial Monitor with I-Panel Link
ITM-5115R-PA1E 15" XGA LED Ind. T/S Monitor plugged with ARK

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Contents
Chapter 1 General Introduction ...........................1
1.1 Introduction ............................................................................................... 2
1.2 Product Feature ........................................................................................ 2
1.2.1 Key features.................................................................................. 2
1.2.2 General ......................................................................................... 2
1.2.3 Display .......................................................................................... 2
1.2.4 Power consumption ...................................................................... 3
1.3 Hardware Specification ............................................................................. 3
1.4 Mechanical Specification........................................................................... 4
1.4.1 Dimensions ................................................................................... 4
Figure 1.1 ARK-1503 Mechanical dimension drawing................. 4
1.4.2 Weight........................................................................................... 4
1.5 Power Requirement .................................................................................. 4
1.5.1 System power ............................................................................... 4
1.5.2 RTC battery................................................................................... 4
1.6 Environmental 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 Introduction ............................................................................................... 8
2.2 Jumpers .................................................................................................... 8
2.2.1 Jumper list..................................................................................... 8
Table 2.1: Jumper List ................................................................. 8
2.2.2 Jumper Settings ............................................................................ 8
Table 2.2: J2: COM2 RS-232/422/485 Setting ............................ 8
Table 2.3: J3: AT / ATX Power Setting........................................ 9
Table 2.4: J4: Clear COMS ......................................................... 9
Table 2.5: J5: LVDS Panel Voltage Setting................................. 9
2.2.3 Jumper Description ..................................................................... 10
2.3 ARK-1503 I/O.......................................................................................... 11
Figure 2.1 ARK-1503 Front View............................................... 11
Figure 2.2 ARK-1503 Rear View ............................................... 11
2.4 ARK-1503 external I/O connectors ......................................................... 11
2.4.1 Power ON/OFF Button................................................................ 11
Figure 2.3 Power ON/OFF Button ............................................. 11
2.4.2 Power Input Connector ............................................................... 11
Figure 2.4 Power Input Connector............................................. 11
2.4.3 Ethernet Connector (LAN) .......................................................... 12
Figure 2.5 Ethernet Connector .................................................. 12
Table 2.6: Ethernet Connector Pin Assignments....................... 12
2.4.4 VGA Connector........................................................................... 12
Figure 2.6 VGA Connector ........................................................ 12
Table 2.7: VGA Connector Pin Assignments............................. 12
2.4.5 USB Connectors ......................................................................... 13
Figure 2.7 USB Connector......................................................... 13
Table 2.8: USB Connector Pin Assignments............................. 13
2.4.6 Audio Connector (ARK-1503F only) ........................................... 13

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Figure 2.8 Line-out Connector................................................... 13
2.4.7 COM Connector.......................................................................... 13
Figure 2.9 COM Port Connector................................................ 13
Table 2.9: COM Connector Pin Assignments............................ 14
2.4.8 DIO Connector (ARK-1503F only) .............................................. 14
Figure 2.10DIO Connector ......................................................... 14
Table 2.10:DIO Connector Pin Assignments.............................. 14
Figure 2.11DIO Cable................................................................. 14
Table 2.11:DIO Cable Pin Assignments..................................... 15
2.4.9 I-Panel Link (ARK-1503F only) ................................................... 15
Table 2.12:I-Panel Link Pin Assignments................................... 15
2.4.10 Golden Finger Interface for ITM Panels (ARK-1503P only)........ 16
Table 2.13:Golden Finger Interface for ITM Panel ..................... 16
2.5 Peripheral Installation ............................................................................. 16
2.5.1 Compact Flash Installation ......................................................... 16
Figure 2.12Remove the CF door screws.................................... 16
Figure 2.13Pull the CF tray out................................................... 17
Figure 2.14Remove the dummy CF bracket............................... 17
Figure 2.15Put CF on to the CF tray .......................................... 18
2.5.2 RAM and HDD Installation.......................................................... 19
Figure 2.16Unscrew the screws of bottom cover ....................... 19
Figure 2.17Unscrew the screws of the right HDD bracket.......... 19
Figure 2.18Install the RAM module ............................................ 20
Figure 2.19Unscrew the screws of the left HDD bracket............ 20
Figure 2.20Connect the SATA HDD power and signal cables. .. 21
Figure 2.21Secure HDD ............................................................. 21
Chapter 3 BIOS settings .................................... 23
3.1 Entering Setup ........................................................................................ 24
Figure 3.1 Setup program initial screen..................................... 24
3.1.1 Main Setup.................................................................................. 25
Figure 3.2 Main setup screen .................................................... 25
3.1.2 Advanced BIOS Features Setup................................................. 26
Figure 3.3 Advanced BIOS features setup screen .................... 26
Figure 3.4 CPU Configuration Setting ....................................... 27
Figure 3.5 IDE Configuration ..................................................... 28
Figure 3.6 Super I/O Configuration............................................ 29
Figure 3.7 Hardware health configuration ................................. 30
Figure 3.8 ACPI Settings ........................................................... 31
Figure 3.9 General ACPI Configuration..................................... 31
Figure 3.10Advanced ACPI Configuration.................................. 32
Figure 3.11Chipset ACPI Configuration ..................................... 32
Figure 3.12AHCI Configuration .................................................. 33
Figure 3.13APM Configuration ................................................... 34
Figure 3.14Event Log Configuration........................................... 35
Figure 3.15MPS Configuration ................................................... 35
Figure 3.16Smbios Configuration ............................................... 36
Figure 3.17USB Configuration.................................................... 36
Figure 3.18USB Mass storage Device Configuration ................. 37
3.1.3 Advanced PCI/PnP Settings ....................................................... 38
Figure 3.19PCI/PNP Setup (top) ................................................ 38
3.1.4 Boot Settings .............................................................................. 39
Figure 3.20Boot Setup Utility...................................................... 39
Figure 3.21Boot Setting Configuration ....................................... 39
3.1.5 Security Setup ............................................................................ 40
Figure 3.22Password Configuration ........................................... 40
3.1.6 Advanced Chipset Settings......................................................... 41
Figure 3.23Advanced Chipset Settings ...................................... 41

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Figure 3.24North Bridge Configuration ....................................... 41
Figure 3.25Video function configuration ..................................... 42
Figure 3.26South Bridge Configuration ...................................... 43
3.1.7 Exit Option .................................................................................. 44
Figure 3.27Exit Option ................................................................ 44
Appendix A WDT & GPIO Sample Code ...............47
A.1 Watchdog Timer Sample Code ............................................................... 48
A.2 GPIO Sample Code ................................................................................ 49
Appendix B Installation for ITM Panels ................55
B.1 Installation for ARK-1503P Golden Finger Interface for ITM Panels....... 56

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Chapter 1
1General Introduction
This chapter gives background
information on ARK-1503 series.

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1.1 Introduction
ARK-1503 Embedded IPC is an application ready system platform solution. All elec-
tronics are protected in a compact, sealed aluminum case for easy integration in the
Customer’s own housing, or as a stand-alone application, where space is limited and
the environment harsh. ARK-1503 is a new model which integrates all display signals
into a 36-pin I-Panel Link connector or a golden finger connector. These integrated
interfaces contain power supply for panels, LVDS signals, Rx/Tx and USB signals for
touch panels. These integrated interface decrease cabling and facilitate the integra-
tion between embedded systems and panels.
ARK-1503 meets most application demands by offering 4 x USB 2.0 ports, 2 x GbE
LAN ports, 2 x COM ports, 1 x 8-bit GPIO port and integrated display interface;
packed into a small rugged unit and powered by an Intel Atom D525/D425 1.8GHz
processor. ARK-1503 also comes with 1 x Mini PCIe interface for expansion. The
ARK-1503 Compact Embedded Computer can be equipped with a solid state
onboard CF card, so it easily passes 50 and 5 Grms shock and vibration tests. It also
can be equipped with a 2.5” SATA HDD (9.5mm height). The system is powered by
DC 12V input.
ARK-1000 can be standalone, wall-mounted, DIN-rail mounted or VESA mounted.
ARK-1000 series comes in a footprint of only 230.6 x 133.0 x 44.4 mm (9.08" x 5.24"
x 1.75"). The rugged cast aluminum case not only provides great protection from
EMI, shock/vibration, cold and heat, but also passive cooling for quiet fanless opera-
tion.
1.2 Product Feature
1.2.1 Key features
Extremely compact, sealed construction with fanless operation, supports Intel®
AtomTM D525/D425 processors up to 1.8 GHz
Support integrated LVDS interface, with LVDS / 2*USB / RS-232 signal (compli-
ant with ITM-5115)
Ultra slim type fanless embedded system, which supports both HDD and CF
Easily integrated with panel
1.2.2 General
Intel® AtomTM D525/D425 processor support up to 1.8 GHz
Integrated LVDS Interface, which integrate LVDS, 2 x USB, Rx/Tx and backlight
control signals
Supports VGA and 24-bit LVDS dual display
Supports 1 x RS-232, 1 x RS-232/422/485 and 4 x USB 2.0
Supports 2 x 10/100/1000 LAN
1 x Mini PCIe expansion for wireless module
1.2.3 Display
Chipset: Intel® Gen 3.5 DX9, MPEG2 Decode in HW
Display Memory: Optimized Shared Memory Architecture up to 224 MB system
memory
VGA: Supports up to 2048 x 1536 @ 60 Hz
LVDS: Single channel 24-bit LVDS up to WXGA 1366 x 768
Dual display: VGA+LVDS

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Chapter 1 General Introduction
1.2.4 Power consumption
Typical: 12 W (without supplying power to panel)
Max.: 17 W (without supplying power to panel)
1.3 Hardware Specification
CPU: Intel® AtomTM D525/D425
System Chipset: Intel® ICH8M
BIOS: AMI 16Mb SPI Flash
System Memory: 1 x 204-pin SODIMM DDR3 1066/1333 MHz, support up to 2
GB
Display:
–VGA: Supports up to 2048 x 1536 @ 60 Hz
–LVDS: Single channel 24-bit LVDS up to WXGA 1366 x 768
HDD: Support 1 x 2.5" SATA HDD (height: 9.5 mm)
SSD: Supports Compact Flash Card TYPE I/II
Watchdog Timer: 255-level timer interval, setup by software
I/O Interface: 1 x RS-232, 1 x RS-232/422/485 (ARK-1503F only; by jumper
setting)
USB: Up to 4 x USB 2.0 compliant ports (2 x USB 2.0 for ARK-1503P)
Ethernet Chipset:
LAN1: Intel 82567V Giga-LAN controller
LAN2: Intel 82583V Giga-LAN controller
–Speed: 10/100/1000 Mbps
–Interface: 2 x RJ45 w/ LED
–Standard: Compliant with IEEE 802.3, IEEE 802.3u, IEEE 802.3x, IEEE
802.3y, IEEE 802.ab
DIO: 8-bit programmable DIO (ARK-1503F only)
Integrated LVDS Interface: DB36 with LVDS, 2 x USB, Rx, Tx and backlight
control (ARK-1503F only)
Audio: 1 x Line-out (ARK-1503F only)
Expansion: 1 x Mini PCIe

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1.4 Mechanical Specification
1.4.1 Dimensions
230.6 x 133.0 x 44.4 mm (9.08" x 5.24" x 1.75")
Figure 1.1 ARK-1503 Mechanical dimension drawing
1.4.2 Weight
1.9 kg (4.18 lbs)
1.5 Power Requirement
1.5.1 System power
Minimum power input: DC 12V 3A (without supplying power to panel)
1.5.2 RTC battery
3V/220 mAh
Unite:mm[inch]
200 7.87
218.60 8.61
230.60 9.08
R2 0.08
R3 0.12
72.50 2.85 78.50 3.09
84.50 3.33
98.50 3.88
133 5.24
6 0.24
44 1.73
44.35 1.75

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Chapter 1 General Introduction
1.6 Environmental Specification
1.6.1 Operating temperature
With Industrial Grade CompactFlash disk: -20 ~ 60° C (-4~131° F), when air
flow speed = 0.7 m/sec
With 2.5-inch extended temperature hard disk -20 to 45° C (-4~113° F), when air
flow speed = 0.7 m/sec
1.6.2 Relative Humidity
95% @ 40°C (non-condensing)
1.6.3 Storage Temperature
-40 ~ 85°C (-40 ~ 185°F)
1.6.4 Vibration loading during operation
With Compact Flash / 2.5" SATA SSD only: 5 Grms, IEC 60068-2-64, random, 5
~ 500 Hz, 1 Oct./min, 1 hr/axis
1.6.5 Shock during operation
With Compact Flash / 2.5" SATA SSD only: 50 G, IEC 60068-2-27, half sine, 11
ms duration
1.6.6 Safety
CCC, BSMI, KCC
1.6.7 EMC
CE, FCC, CCC, BSMI, KCC

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Chapter 2
2Hardware installation
This chapter introduces external
IO and the installation of
ARK-1503 Hardware.

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2.1 Introduction
The following sections show the internal jumper settings and the external connectors
and pins assignment for applications.
2.2 Jumpers
2.2.1 Jumper list
2.2.2 Jumper Settings
** Suggest to modify jumper by T-Part or CTOS due to complex assembly.
Table 2.1: Jumper List
J2 COM2 Setting
J3 AT / ATX Power SEL
J4 Clear CMOS
J5 Panel Voltage SEL
Table 2.2: J2: COM2 RS-232/422/485 Setting
Part Number 1653003260
Footprint HD_3x2P_79
Description PIN HEADER 3*2P 180D(M) 2.0mm SMD SOUARE PIN
Setting Function
(1-2) (default) RS232
(3-4) RS485
(5-6) RS422