Advantech UBC-220 User manual

User Manual
UBC-220
RISC IoT Box Computer
Powered by Freescale i.MX6
Dual Lite Processor ARM®
Cortex™ A9 Architecture

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Copyright
The documentation and the software included with this product are copyrighted 2015
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
notice. No part of this manual may be reproduced, copied, translated or transmitted
in any form or by any means without the prior written permission of Advantech Co.,
Ltd. Information provided in this manual is intended to be accurate and reliable. How-
ever, Advantech Co., Ltd. assumes no responsibility for its use, nor for any infringe-
ments of the rights of third parties, which may result from its use.
Acknowledgements
ARM is trademarks of ARM Corporation.
Freescale is trademarks of Freescale Corporation.
All other product names or trademarks are properties of their respective owners.
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 merchandize
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.
Part No. 2006022001 Edition 2
Printed in Taiwan August 2016

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Declaration of Conformity
FCC Class B
Note: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class
B digital device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to
provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installa-
tion. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if
not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful inter-
ference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference
will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interfer-
ence to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equip-
ment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or
more of the following measures:
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 help.
Technical Support and Assistance
1. Visit the Advantech website at http://support.advantech.com 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

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Packing List
Before setting up the system, check that the items listed below are included and in
good condition. If any item does not accord with the table, please contact your dealer
immediately.
Item Part Number
1 x UBC-220 RISC Box Computer
1 x 6-pin terminal block connector
Ordering Information
Optional Accessories
Model Number Description
UBC-220DL-MDA1E Freescale i.MX6 Cortex-A9 Dual Lite Compact Box Com-
puter
Model Number Description
1960069533S001 Heatsink
96PSA-A36W12R1 Adaptor 100-240V 36W 12V 3A W/O PFC 9NA0361603
170203183C Power cord 3P Europe (WS-010+WS-083) 183cm
170203180A Power cord 3P UK 2.5A/3A 250V 1.83M
1700001524 Power cord 3P UL 10A 125V 180cm
96LEDK-V121SV45NE1 Panel TM121SDS01
1700021565-01 Debug Cable
1700022130-01 LVDS Cable
1700022131-01 Backlight cable
Note! This product is intended to be supplied by a Listed Power Adapter or DC
power source marked “L.P.S.”, rated 12Vdc, 3A minimum, Tma = 40
degree C. If need further assistance, please contact Advantech for fur-
ther information.

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Certification and Safety Instructions
This device complies with the requirements in part 15 of the FCC rules: Operation is
subject to the following two conditions:
1. This device may not cause harmful interference, and
2. This device must accept any interference received, including interference that
may cause undesired operation
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B dig-
ital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to pro-
vide 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 device in a residential area is likely to cause harmful interference in which
case the user will be required to correct the interference at his/her own expense. The
user is advised that any equipment changes or modifications not expressly approved
by the party responsible for compliance would void the compliance to FCC regula-
tions and therefore, the user's authority to operate the equipment.
Caution! 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.

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Contents
Chapter 1 General Introduction ...........................1
1.1 Introduction ............................................................................................... 2
1.2 Specifications ............................................................................................ 2
1.2.1 Functional Specifications .............................................................. 2
1.2.2 Mechanical Specifications............................................................. 2
1.2.3 Electrical Specifications ................................................................ 3
1.3 Environmental Specifications .................................................................... 3
1.4 Block Diagram........................................................................................... 3
Chapter 2 H/W Installation....................................5
2.1 Jumpers .................................................................................................... 6
2.1.1 Jumper Description ....................................................................... 6
2.1.2 Jumper List ................................................................................... 6
Table 2.1: Jumper List ................................................................. 6
2.1.3 Jumper Settings ............................................................................ 7
2.2 Connectors................................................................................................ 8
2.2.1 Connector List............................................................................... 8
2.2.2 Connector Settings ....................................................................... 8
Figure 2.1 Half-size miniPCIE...................................................... 9
Table 2.2: Full-size miniPCIE ...................................................... 9
Figure 2.2 Full-size miniPCIE .................................................... 10
Figure 2.3 SIM Socket ............................................................... 11
Figure 2.4 Debug Port ............................................................... 11
Figure 2.5 USB Type A Connector ............................................ 11
Figure 2.6 Ethernet Connector .................................................. 12
Figure 2.7 DC Power Jack......................................................... 12
Figure 2.8 HDMI ........................................................................ 13
Figure 2.9 USB OTG ................................................................. 14
Figure 2.10SD Slot ..................................................................... 14
Figure 2.11COM Port.................................................................. 14
Figure 2.12LVDS Connector....................................................... 15
Figure 2.13LVDS Backlight Connector ....................................... 16
2.3 Mechanical .............................................................................................. 16
2.3.1 Jumper and Connector Locations ............................................... 16
Figure 2.14Jumper and Connector Layout (Top side) ................ 16
Figure 2.15Jumper and Connector Layout (Bottom Side) .......... 17
Figure 2.16Coastline Layout....................................................... 17
2.3.2 System Dimensions .................................................................... 17
Figure 2.17System Dimension Layout (Top Side) ...................... 17
Figure 2.18System Dimension Layout (Bottom Side)................. 18
Figure 2.19System Dimension Layout (Coastline) ..................... 18
2.4 Quick Start of UBC-220........................................................................... 18
2.4.1 Debug Port Connection............................................................... 18
2.4.2 Debug Port setting ...................................................................... 18
Figure 2.20Hyper Terminal Settings for Terminal Setup ............ 19
2.5 Test Tools ............................................................................................... 19
2.5.1 eMMC Test ................................................................................. 19
2.5.2 USB Test..................................................................................... 20
2.5.3 SD Test ....................................................................................... 20
2.5.4 LVDS/HDMI Test ........................................................................ 21
2.5.5 Mini PCIe (3G and Wifi) Test ...................................................... 22
2.5.6 LED Test ..................................................................................... 22
2.5.7 OpenGL Test .............................................................................. 22

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2.5.8 LAN Test..................................................................................... 23
2.5.9 RS232 Test................................................................................. 24
2.5.10 Watchdog Timer Test ................................................................. 25
2.5.11 Photo Demo Test........................................................................ 25
2.5.12 LED Test.................................................................................... 26
Chapter 3 Software Functionality ..................... 27
3.1 Introduction ............................................................................................. 28
3.2 Package Content .................................................................................... 28
3.2.1 Source Code Package................................................................ 28
3.3 Set up Build Environment ....................................................................... 31
3.3.1 setenv.sh .................................................................................... 31
3.4 Build Instructions..................................................................................... 32
3.4.1 Build u-boot Image...................................................................... 32
3.4.2 Build Linux Kernel Image............................................................ 32
3.4.3 Build Log..................................................................................... 32
3.5 Source Code Modification....................................................................... 33
3.5.1 Add a Driver to Kernel by menuconfig ........................................ 33
Figure 3.1 Linux Kernel Configuration ....................................... 33
Figure 3.2 Selecting Seiko Instruments S-35390A.................... 34
3.5.2 Chang UBC-220 Boot Logo ........................................................ 35
3.6 Create a Linux System Boot Media ........................................................ 35
3.6.1 Create a Linux System SD Card................................................. 35
3.6.2 Boot from Onboard Flash ........................................................... 35
3.7 Debug Message...................................................................................... 36
Figure 3.3 HyperTerminal Settings for Serial Console Setup.... 36
3.8 Linux Software AP and Testing on UBC-220.......................................... 36
3.8.1 “Hello World!” Application and Execution ................................... 37
3.8.2 Watchdog Timer Sample Code................................................... 37
3.8.3 RS232 Initial Code...................................................................... 39
3.8.4 Display Output Setting ................................................................ 39
3.8.5 Network Setup ............................................................................ 40
3.8.6 Storage (eMMC/SD Card) .......................................................... 41
3.8.7 3 G Sample Code ....................................................................... 41
Chapter 4 System Recovery .............................. 43
4.1 Introduction ............................................................................................. 44
Chapter 5 Advantech Services.......................... 45
5.1 RISC Design-in Services ........................................................................ 46
5.2 Contact Information................................................................................. 48
5.3 Global Service Policy .............................................................................. 49
5.3.1 Warranty Policy........................................................................... 49
5.3.2 Repair Process ........................................................................... 49

Chapter 1
1General Introduction
This chapter gives background
information on the UBC-220.
Sections include:
Introduction
Product Features
Specifications

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1.1 Introduction
UBC-220 is a compact box computer powered by Freescale i.MX6 Dual Lite high per-
formance CPU, it is an ideal solution for IoT, automation and HMI applications. The
User manual covers two parts: Hardware I/O specifications and software introduc-
tion. It is recommended that users completely read this document before starting
UBC-220 evaluation since it contains critical information such as I/O pin definitions,
handling processes and connector specifications.
Please comply with all warning notices and regulations described in this document to
prevent damage to UBC-220 and yourself. Inappropriate handling may cause physi-
cal damage or abnormal behavior or unstable performance.
For more information of Advantech RISC products, please visit RISC Mini Site: http://
risc.advantech.com.
1.2 Specifications
1.2.1 Functional Specifications
Processor: Freescale i.mx6 Series
ARM Cortex™-A9 high performance processor, Dual Lite 1 GHz
Supports 1 IPU, OpenGL ES 2.0 for 3D BitBLT for 2D and OpenVG™ 1.1
Video decoder: MPEG-4 ASP, H.264 HP, H.263, MPEG-2 MP, MJPEG BP
Video Encoder: MPEG-4 SP, H.264 BP, H.263, MJPEG BP
System Memory Support
DDR3 800 MHz
Capacity: on board DDR3 1 GB
Gigabit Ethernet
Chipset: Freescale i.MX6 integrated RGMII
1 x10/100/1000 Mbps
Peripheral Interface
1 x Single channel 18/24 bit LVDS
1 x HDMI
1 x USB2.0 Type A and 1 USB 2.0 OTG
1 x SD Slot
1 x 4-wire UART terminal block connector
2 x miniPCIe slot
1 x SIM Slot
OS Support
UBC-220 supports Linux BSP 3.0.35
1.2.2 Mechanical Specifications
Dimension: 100 x 72 mm (5.7”x4”)
Height: 20.6 mm
Reference Weight: 540 g (including whole package)

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1.2.3 Electrical Specifications
Power supply type: DC-in 12 V
Power consumption:
–Kernel Idle mode: 2.3 W
–Max mode: 4.08 W
RTC Battery:
–Typical voltage: 3.0 V
–Normal discharge capacity: 3 uA
1.3 Environmental Specifications
Operating temperature: 0 ~ 40°C (32 ~ 140°F)
Operating humidity: 40°C @ 95% RH Non-condensing
Storage temperature: -40 ~ 85°C (-40 ~ 185°C)
Storage humidity: 60°C @ 95% RH Non-condensing
1.4 Block Diagram

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Chapter 2
2H/W Installation
This chapter introduces the
startup procedures of the UBC-
220 hardware, including jumper
setting and device integration. It
also introduces the setting of
switches, indicators and also
shows the mechanical drawings.
Be sure to read all safety precau-
tions before you begin installation
procedure.

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2.1 Jumpers
2.1.1 Jumper Description
Cards can configured by setting jumpers. A jumper is a metal bridge used to close an
electric circuit. It consists of two metal pins and a small metal clip (often protected by
a plastic cover) that slides over the pins to connect them. To close a jumper, you con-
nect the pins with the clip. To open a jumper, you remove the clip. Sometimes a
jumper will have three pins, labeled 1,2 and 3. In this case you would connect either
pins 1 and 2 or 2 and 3.
The jumper settings are schematically depicted in this manual as follows.
A pair of needle-nose pliers may be helpful when working with jumpers. If you have
any doubts about the best hardware configuration for your application, contact your
local distributor or sales representative before you make any changes.
Generally, you simply need a standard cable to make most connections.
2.1.2 Jumper List
Warning! To avoid damaging the computer, always turn off the power supply
before setting jumpers.
12 12
Table 2.1: Jumper List
SW2 Boot Device
LVDS_VDD_SLT LVDS Power
LVDS_BKLT_SLT Backlight Power

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2.1.3 Jumper Settings
This switch is designed for selecting boot up method.
SW2 Boot device
Part number 1600000202
Footprint SW_2x2P_50_161X315
Description DIP SW CHS-02TB(29) SMD 4P SPST P=1.27mm W=5.4mm
Setting Function
1 ON Boot from SD
1 OFF Boot from SPI
LVDS_VDD_SLT LVDS Power
Part Number 1653003100
Footprint HD_3x1P_100_D
Description PIN HEADER 3x1P 2.54mm 180D(M) DIP 205-1x3GS
Setting Function
(1-2) +V3.3
(2-3) +V5
LVDS_BKLT_SLT LVDS Backlight Power
Part Number 1653003100
Footprint HD_3x1P_100_D
Description PIN HEADER 3x1P 2.54mm 180D(M) DIP 205-1x3GS
Setting Function
(1-2) +V5
(2-3) +VIN (+12V)

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2.2 Connectors
2.2.1 Connector List
2.2.2 Connector Settings
2.2.2.1 RTC Battery Connector (CN1)
UBC-220 supports a lithium 3V/210mAH CR2032 battery with wire via battery con-
nector.
2.2.2.2 Half-size MiniPCIe (MINI_PCIE_HALF)
UBC-220 supports half size miniPCIe slot both USB and PCIe interface.
CN1 RTC battery
MINI_PCIE_HALF Half-size MiniPCIe
MINI_PCIE_FULL Full-size Mini PCIe
SIM_SLOT SIM socket
DEBUG_CONSOLE UART1 debug port
USB_HOST USB Type A Connector
USB_OTG USB OTG Connector
LAN Ethernet Connector
DCIN DC power jack
HDMI HDMI
SD SD Card
COM COM
LVDS LVDS
LVDS_BKLT_PWR Backlight
Pin Signal Name Pin Signal Name
1 2 3.3Vaux
3 Reserved 4 GND
5 Reserved 6
78
9GND 10
11 REFCLK- 12
13 REFCLK+ 14
15 GND 16
Mechanical Key
17 18 GND
19 20 W_DISABLE#
21 GND 22 PERST#
23 PERn0 24 3.3Vaux
25 PERp0 26 GND
27 GND 28
29 GND 30

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Figure 2.1 Half-size miniPCIE
2.2.2.3 Full-size MiniPCIe (MINI_PCIE_FULL))
RSB-3410 supports full size miniPCIe slot which supports USB interface only.
31 PETn0 32
33 PETp0 34 GND
35 GND 36 USB_D-
37 GND 38 USB_D+
39 3.3VAUX 40 GND
41 3.3VAUX 42 LED_WWAN#
43 GND 44 LED_WLAN#
45 Reserved 46
47 Reserved 48
49 Reserved 50 GND
51 Reserved 52 3.3VAUX
Table 2.2: Full-size miniPCIE
Pin Description Pin Description
1NA 27GND
2 +3.3V 28 NA
3 Reserved 29 GND
4GND 30NA
5 Reserved 31 NA
6NA 32NA
7NA 33NA
8 UIM_PWR 34 GND
9GND 35GND
10 UIM_DATA 36 USB_DATA-
11 NA 37 Reserved
12 UIM_CLK 38 USB_DATA+
13 NA 39 Reserved
14 UIM_RESET 40 GND

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2.2.2.4 SIM Socket (SIM_SLOT)
UBC-220 supports on board SIM socket is for 3G integration. Please insert valid SIM
card to dial to 3G network.
Figure 2.2 Full-size miniPCIE
15 GND 41 Reserved
16 UIM_VPP 42 LED_WWAN
17 Reserved 43 Reserved
18 GND 44 LED_WLAN
19 Reserved 45 Reserved
20 Reserved 46 LED_WPAN
21 GND 47 Reserved
22 PERST 48 NA
23 NA 49 Reserved
24 +3.3V 50 GND
25 NA 51 Reserved
26 GND 52 +3.3V
Table 2.2: Full-size miniPCIE
Pin Signal Name Pin Signal Name
C1 UIM_PWR C2 UIM_RESET
C3 UIM_CLK C5 GND
C6 C7 UIM_DATA

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Figure 2.3 SIM Socket
2.2.2.5 UART1 Debug Port (DEBUG_CONSOLE)
UBC-220 can communicate with a host server (Windows or Linux) by using serial
cables.
Figure 2.4 Debug Port
2.2.2.6 USB Type A Connector (USB_HOST)
UBC-220 supports one standard USB2.0 Type A connector in the coastline.
Figure 2.5 USB Type A Connector
Pin Description
1 +V3.3
2 DEBUG_TXD
3 DEBUG_RXD
4 GND
Pin Description
1 +5V
2 USB Data-
3 USB Data+
4 GND

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2.2.2.7 Ethernet Connector (LAN)
UBC-220 provides one RJ45 LAN interface connector, it is fully compliant with IEEE
802.3u 10/100/1000 Base-T CSMA/CD standards. The Ethernet port provides stan-
dard RJ-45 jack connector with LED indicators on the front side to show Active/Link
status and Speed status.
Figure 2.6 Ethernet Connector
2.2.2.8 DC power Jack (DCIN)
UBC-220 comes with a DC-Jack header that carries 12V DC external power input.
Figure 2.7 DC Power Jack
Pin Description
1 MDI0+
2 MDI0-
3 MDI1+
4 MDI1-
5 GND
6 GND
7 MDI2+
8 MDI2-
9 MDI3+
10 MDI3-
11 VCC
12 ACT
13 Link100#
14 Link1000#
Pin Description
1 DC_IN
2 GND