Advantech DS-780 User manual

User Manual
DS-780
Multi-Display Digital Signage
Player with Fanless Design

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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.
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Part No. Edition 1
Printed in Taiwan October 2016

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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 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.
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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Warnings, Cautions and Notes
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.
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. 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.
Note! Notes provide optional additional information.

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Packing List
Before installation, please ensure the following items have been shipped:
1 x DS-780 Unit
1 x accessory box including:
–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 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.
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.

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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 Specifications.........................................................................4
1.4.1 Dimensions...................................................................................4
Figure 1.1 DS-780 mechanical dimensions.................................4
1.4.2 Weight...........................................................................................4
1.5 Power Requirements.................................................................................4
1.5.1 System Power...............................................................................4
1.5.2 RTC Battery..................................................................................4
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 DS-780 Front and Rear Views ..................................................................8
Figure 2.1 Front view...................................................................8
Figure 2.2 Rear view....................................................................8
2.2 DS-780 Front External I/O Connectors.....................................................9
2.2.1 Power ON/OFF Button..................................................................9
Figure 2.3 Power button ..............................................................9
2.2.2 S/PDIF / Line out / Mic-in Connector ............................................9
Figure 2.4 S/PDIF / Line out / Mic-in connector...........................9
2.2.3 USB Connectors...........................................................................9
Figure 2.5 USB connector ...........................................................9
Table 2.1: USB 3.0 Connector Pin Assignments.........................9
2.2.4 Ethernet Connector (LAN) ..........................................................10
Figure 2.6 LAN connector..........................................................10
Table 2.2: LAN Connector Pin Assignments .............................10
2.3 DS-780 Rear External I/O Connectors....................................................10
2.3.1 Power Input Connector...............................................................10
Figure 2.7 DC input connector...................................................10
2.3.2 HDMI Connector.........................................................................11
Figure 2.8 HDMI connector........................................................11
Table 2.3: HDMI Connector Pin Assignments...........................11
2.3.3 USB Connectors.........................................................................11
Figure 2.9 USB 3.0 connector ...................................................11
2.3.4 COM Connector..........................................................................12
Figure 2.10COM connector ........................................................12
Table 2.4: COM Port Pin Assignments......................................12
2.4 Hardware Installation ..............................................................................13
2.4.1 Memory Installation.....................................................................13
Figure 2.11Memory module installation-Top side.......................13
Figure 2.12Memory module installation-bottom side..................14

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2.4.2 HDD/SSD Installation ................................................................. 15
Figure 2.13HDD/SSD installation ............................................... 15
2.4.3 Mini PCIe card / M.2 / SIM Card and Antenna Installation ......... 16
Figure 2.14Mini PCIe / M.2 / SIM card installation ..................... 16
Figure 2.15Antenna module installation..................................... 17
2.4.4 Mount Brackets Installation......................................................... 18
Figure 2.16Mount brackets installation....................................... 18
2.4.5 Rubber Feet Installation.............................................................. 19
Figure 2.17Rubber feet Installation ............................................ 19
Chapter 3 BIOS Settings....................................21
3.1 BIOS Introduction.................................................................................... 22
3.2 Entering 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
3.2.3 BIOS Chipset setup.................................................................... 31
Figure 3.4 BIOS Chipset setup.................................................. 31
3.2.4 BIOS Security setup ................................................................... 33
Figure 3.5 BIOS Security setup................................................. 33
3.2.5 BIOS Boot setup......................................................................... 34
Figure 3.6 BIOS Boot setup....................................................... 34
3.2.6 BIOS Save& Exit setup............................................................... 35
Figure 3.7 BIOS Save& Exit setup ............................................ 35

Chapter 1
1General Introduction
This chapter gives background
information of DS-780 series.

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1.1 Introduction
Digital signage is one of the most effective and eye-catching communications medi-
ums on the market. Advantech DS-780 is an ideal digital signage player. It’s not only
a high graphic performance computer but also a low power for advanced Digital Sig-
nage Player. It powered by 6th generation Intel® Core™ U series processor and
designed with fanless solution. DS-780 supports 4K resolution by HDMI outputs and
has slide-in chassis design for maintaining the storage device easily.
The 6th generation Intel® Core™ U series support of HEVC / H.265 video decoding.
The HEVC / H.265 video compression technology can reduce video file size, reduc-
ing the occupied storage space, but also to reduce the network transmission network
bandwidth consumed, it is suitable for playing high-resolution video request.
DS-780 has 3 x HDMI ports to support triple display output simultaneously. And has 2
x GbE ports, 4 USB 3.0 ports, 1 x COM (RS-232) and 1 x combo Audio port (SPDIF /
Line-out / Mic-in) for system integration and application. For better connectivity, it
supports 1 x mini PCIe interface for add-on functions such as wireless modules, 3G
modules. DS-780 also supports 1 x M.2 (2230/1630 E Key) interface for WIFI mod-
ules.
As a high performance and low power design with fanless solution, DS-780 is ideal
for single to triple display applications in stores, lobbies, restaurants, FIDS and other
display public spaces.
1.2 Product Features
1.2.1 General
6th Gen. Intel® Core™ U series i7-6650U /i7-6600U/ i5-6360U /i5-6300U/i3-
6100U/Celeron-3955U processors (CPU TDP up to 15W)
Supports 3 x HDMI ports (1 x HDMI 2.0, 2 x HDMI 1.4*)
Supports 2 x GbE, 4 x USB 3.0 and 1 x COM(RS-232)
Supports 2.5-inch SATA HDD/SSD drive bay for storage devices
Built-in 1 x Mini PCIe slot for easy expansion e.g. WiFi, 3G etc
Built-in 1 x M.2 slot (2230/1630 E Key) for easy expansion with WIFI modules
* One of the HDMI 1.4 (HDMI3) no support Audio, HDCP and Hot plug and no
display in BIOS and DOS.
1.2.2 Display
Resolution:
–HDMI 2.0: 3840 x 2160 @60Hz
–HDMI 1.4: 3840 x 2160 @24Hz
1.2.3 Power Consumption
Idle: 8.35 W (w/o expansion)
Max.: 23.3 W (w/o expansion)

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1.3 Hardware Specifications
CPU: Intel® Core™ Skylake-U series i7-6650U /i7-6600U/ i5-6360U /i5-6300U/
i3-6100U/Celeron-3955U
System Chipset: SoC solution, built-in Intel® Core™ Skylake-U processor
BIOS: AMI uEFI 64 Mbit Flash BIOS
System Memory: 2 x DDR4 SO-DIMM sockets, support DDR4 2133 MHz up to
32 GB (Max. 16GB per each SO-DIMM socket)
Processor Graphics: Intel® IRIS Graphics 540 (i7-6650U / i5-6360U), Intel®
HD Graphics 520 (i7-6600U/i5-6300U/i3-6100U), Intel® HD Graphics 510 (Cel-
eron-3955U)
Storage: Supports 1 x 2.5" SATA HDD/SSD
Watchdog Timer: Supported by Advantech SUSIAccess API
I/O Interface:
–COM: 1 x RS-232
–USB: 4 x USB 3.0
–Audio: 1 x SPDIF / Line-Out / Mic-in
Ethernet Chipset: 1 x Intel i219, 1 x Realtek 8111G
Speed: 10/100/1000 Mbps
Interface: 2 x RJ-45 jacks with LED
Standard: IEEE 802.3 (10 / 1000 Base-T, 100 Base-TX) or IEEE 802.3u (Auto-
Negotiation)
Expansion
–Mini PCIe: 1 socket internal (Full size), support mSATA interface
–M.2(2230/1630 E Key).

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1.4 Mechanical Specifications
1.4.1 Dimensions
235 x 175 x 35 mm (9.25" x 6.89" x 1.38") (W x D x H)
Figure 1.1 DS-780 mechanical dimensions
1.4.2 Weight
1.5 kg (3.3 lb)
1.5 Power Requirements
1.5.1 System Power
Minimum power input: DC 19V, 3.42A
1.5.2 RTC Battery
3V/220 mAh CR2032
37.25 1.47
10.50 0.41
ø40.16
ø10 0.39
ø3.50 0.14
235 9.25
175 6.89
2.61 0.10
219 [8.622]
74.50 2.93
11.25 0.44
52 2.05
22.50 0.89
7.25 0.29
35 [1.378]
7 [0.276]
3 [0.118]
1.20 [0.047]
7 [0.276]
206 [8.110]
131.50 [5.177]21.40 [0.843]
14.50 [0.571]
ø17.20 [ø0.677]

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1.6 Environment Specification
1.6.1 Operating Temperature
0° C - 40° C (32 ~ 104° F) 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
1.0 Grms, IEC 60068-2-64, random, 5 ~ 500 Hz , 3 axes,1 hr/axis.
1.6.5 Shock During Operation
10 G, 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 DS-780
external I/O and explains the hard-
ware installation processes.

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2.1 DS-780 Front and Rear Views
Figure 2.1 Front view
Figure 2.2 Rear view
2.5” Storage Bracket LAN2 USB3.0 x 2
SPDIF/
Line out/
Mic in PWR Button
Status LED
WIFI/HDD
19V DC-in HDMI x 3 USB3.0 x 2 LAN1 COM

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2.2 DS-780 Front External I/O Connectors
2.2.1 Power ON/OFF Button
DS-780 has a power ON/OFF button on front side. Push this button to turn the sys-
tem ON and OFF. It can also support 4 second delay soft power off.
Figure 2.3 Power button
2.2.2 S/PDIF / Line out / Mic-in Connector
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 and Microphone
(Input) functions. It supports Jacks sensing and configuration can be conducted via
the driver UI.
Figure 2.4 S/PDIF / Line out / Mic-in connector
2.2.3 USB Connectors
DS-780 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 2.1 for pin defi-
nitions)
Figure 2.5 USB connector
Table 2.1: USB 3.0 Connector Pin Assignments
Pin Signal Name
1 VBUS
2 USB Data-
3 USB Data+
4GND
5 StdA_SSRX-
6 StdA_SSRX+
7 GND_DRAIN
8 StdA_SSTX-
9 StdA_SSTX+

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2.2.4 Ethernet Connector (LAN)
DS-780 provides two RJ45 LAN interface connectors (1 x LAN in front-side; 1 x LAN
in rear-side), they are fully compliant with IEEE 802.3u 10/100/1000 Base-T stan-
dards. The Ethernet port provides a standard RJ-45 jack connector with LED indica-
tors on the front side to show its Active/Link status and speed status.
Figure 2.6 LAN connector
2.3 DS-780 Rear External I/O Connectors
2.3.1 Power Input Connector
DS-780 comes with a DC-Jack header that takes 19 VDC external power input.
Figure 2.7 DC input connector
Table 2.2: LAN Connector Pin Assignments
Pin Signal Name
1MDI0+
2MDI0-
3MDI1+
4MDI1-
5GND
6GND
7MDI2+
8MDI2-
9 MDI3+
10 MDI3-
11 VCC
12 ACT
13 Link100#
14 Link1000#

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2.3.2 HDMI Connector
DS-780 HDMI (High-Definition Multimedia Interface) connectors provide all-digital
audio/video interface to transmit the uncompressed audio/video signals and are
HDCP compliant. Connect the HDMI audio/video device to this port. HDMI technol-
ogy can support a maximum resolution of 3840 x 2160p (Ultra HD 4K) but the actual
resolutions supported depend on the monitor being used.
Figure 2.8 HDMI connector
2.3.3 USB Connectors
DS-780 rear side provides 2 x USB3.0 interface connectors, which give complete
Plug & Play and hot swapping capability for up to 127 external devices.
The USB 3.0 is compliant with USB UHCI, Rev. 3.0. (Pin definition refer Table 2.1)
Figure 2.9 USB 3.0 connector
Table 2.3: HDMI Connector Pin Assignments
Pin Signal Name
1TMDSData2+
2GND
3TMDSData2–
4TMDSData1+
5GND
6TMDSData1–
7TMDSData0+
8GND
9TMDSData0–
10 TMDS Clock+
11 GND
12 TMDS Clock–
13 NC
14 NC
15 SCL
16 SDA
17 GND
18 +5 V Power
19 Detect

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2.3.4 COM Connector
DS-780 provides 1 x D-sub 9-pin connectors serial communication interface port.
The port can support RS-232 mode communication.
Figure 2.10 COM connector
Table 2.4: COM Port Pin Assignments
Pin Signal Name
1DCD
2RxD
3TxD
4DTR
5GND
6DSR
7RTS
8CTS
9RI