Advantech EBPC-5250 User manual

User Manual
EBPC-5250
Embedded Industrial Computer
Chassis for 5.25" Biscuit SBCs

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Copyright
The documentation and the software included with this product are copyrighted 2008
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
EBPC-5250, PCM-9581, PCM-9582, PCM-9584, PCM-9586 and PCM-9587 are
trademarks of Advantech Co., Ltd. All other product names or trademarks are proper-
ties of their respective owners.
On-line Technical Support
For technical support and service, please visit our support website at:
http://www.advantech.com/support
Part No. 2002525001 Edition 2
Printed in China July 2008

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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 AC outlet before cleaning. Do not use liquid or
spray detergents for cleaning.
4. For pluggable equipment, the power outlet should be installed near the equip-
ment and shall 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 could cause damage.
7. Do not leave this equipment in an environment where the storage temperature
is under 0°C (32°F) or above 40°C (104°F), it may damage the equipment.
8. The openings on the enclosure are for air convection thereby protecting the
equipment from overheating. DO NOT COVER THE OPENINGS.
9. Make sure the voltage of the power source is correct before connecting the
equipment to the power outlet.
10. Place the power cord such a way that people can not step on it. Do not place
anything over the power cord. The voltage and current rating of the cord should
be greater than the voltage and current rating marked on the product.
11. All cautions and warnings on the equipment should be noted.
12. If the equipment is not used for long time, disconnect it from the power source to
avoid being damaged by transient over-voltage.
13. Never pour any liquid into ventilation openings. This could cause fire or electri-
cal shock.
14. Never open the equipment. For safety reasons, the equipment should be
opened only by qualified service personnel.
15. If any of the following situations arises, get the equipment checked by service
personnel:
a. The power cord or plug is damaged.
b. Liquid has penetrated into the equipment.
c. The equipment has been exposed to moisture.
d. The equipment does not work well or you cannot get it to work according to
user manual.
e. The equipment has been dropped and damaged.
f. The equipment has obvious signs of breakage.
16. The computer is provided with CD drives that comply with appropriate safety
standards including IEC 60825.
17. This device complies with 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.
CLASS 1 LASER PRODUCT
KLASS 1 LASER PRODUKT

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Safety Precaution - Static Electricity
Follow these simple precautions to protect yourself from harm and the products from
damage.
1. To avoid electrical shock, always disconnect the power from your PC chassis
before you work on it. Don't touch any components on the CPU card or other
cards while the PC is on.
2. Disconnect power before making any configuration changes. The sudden power
surge as you connect a jumper or install a card may damage sensitive electronic
components.
Caution! The computer is provided with a battery-powered real-time clock circuit.
There is a danger of explosion if battery is incorrectly replaced. Replace
only with same or equivalent type recommended by the manufacturer.
Discard used batteries according to the manufacturer's instructions.
Caution! Always completely disconnect the power cord from your chassis when-
ever you work with the hardware. Do not make connections while the
power is on. Sensitive electronic components can be damaged by sud-
den power surges.
Caution! Always ground yourself to remove any static charge before touching the
motherboard, backplane, or add-on cards. Modern electronic devices
are very sensitive to static electric charges. As a safety precaution, use
a grounding wrist strap at all times. Place all electronic components on a
static-dissipative surface or in a static-shielded bag when they are not in
the chassis.
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.

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A Message to the Customer
Advantech customer service
Each and every Advantech product is built to the most exacting specifications to
ensure reliable performance in the harsh and demanding conditions typical of indus-
trial environments. Whether your new Advantech equipment is destined for the labo-
ratory or the factory floor, you can be assured that your product will provide the
reliability and ease of operation for which the name Advantech has come to be
known. Your satisfaction is our primary concern. Here is a guide to Advantech’s cus-
tomer services.
To ensure you get the full benefit of our services, please follow the instructions below
carefully.
Technical support
We want you to get the best performance possible from your products. If you run into
technical difficulties, we are here to help. For the most frequently asked questions,
you can easily find answers in your product documentation. These answers are nor-
mally a lot more detailed than the ones we can give over the phone.
Please consult this manual first. If you still cannot find the answer, gather all the infor-
mation or questions that apply to your problem, and with the product close at hand,
call your dealer. Our dealers are well trained and ready to give you the support you
need to get the most from your Advantech products. In fact, most problems reported
are minor and can be easily solved over the phone.
In addition, free technical support is available from Advantech engineers every busi-
ness day. We are always ready to give advice about application requirements or spe-
cific information on the installation and operation of any of our products.

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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.

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Initial Inspection
When you open the carton, please make sure that the following materials have been
shipped:
!EBPC-5250 Chassis
!User Manual
!Warranty Card
!Accessory box with a package of screws (for fastening the SBC, 3.5” disk drive,
slim-type optical disk drive, mounting brackets, riser card), 4 pcs of rubber pads,
a pair of mounting brackets, a label (for the pre-punched I/O ports), and a pack
of I/O cables.
If any of these items are missing or damaged, contact your distributor or sales repre-
sentative immediately. We have carefully inspected the product mechanically and
electrically before shipment. It should be free of marks and scratches and in perfect
working order upon receipt. As you unpack the product, check it for signs of shipping
damage. (For example, damaged box, scratches, dents, etc.) If it is damaged or it
fails to meet the specifications, notify our service department or your local sales rep-
resentative immediately. Also, please notify the carrier. Retain the shipping carton
and packing material for inspection by the carrier. After inspection, we will make
arrangements to repair or replace the unit.

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Contents
Chapter 1 General Information ............................1
1.1 Introduction ............................................................................................... 2
1.2 Specifications ............................................................................................ 2
1.3 Power Supply ............................................................................................ 3
Table 1.1: Power Supply ............................................................. 3
1.4 Environmental Specifications .................................................................... 3
1.5 Dimensions of the EBPC-5250 ................................................................. 3
Figure 1.1 Dimension diagram of the EBPC-5250....................... 3
Chapter 2 System Setup.......................................5
2.1 Removing the Top Cover .......................................................................... 6
Figure 2.1 Removing the top cover.............................................. 6
2.2 Installing the CompactFlash or Mini PCI Module ...................................... 7
Figure 2.2 Removing the bottom cover for maintenance of the
CompactFlash or mini PCI module............................. 7
2.3 Installing the 5.25” Biscuit SBC................................................................. 7
Figure 2.3 Installing an SBC ........................................................ 8
2.4 Installing a PCI Card or PC/104 Module or Riser Card............................. 8
Figure 2.4 Installing a riser card .................................................. 9
Figure 2.5 Remove the round plastic cap to fasten/loose the screw
to the add-on cards..................................................... 9
2.5 Installing the Disk Drives......................................................................... 10
2.5.1 Installing a 3.5” Hard Disk Drive ................................................. 10
Figure 2.6 Installing a 3.5” HDD ................................................ 10
2.5.2 Installing a Slim-type Optical Disk Drive ..................................... 11
Figure 2.7 Install a slim-type optical disk drive into the chassis 11
Figure 2.8 Small converter for slim-type optical disk drive ........ 11
2.6 Attaching the Mounting Brackets ............................................................ 12
Figure 2.9 Attaching the mounting brackets .............................. 12
Chapter 3 I/O Board, Optional Display Module Kit
& Cable Connections ........................13
3.1 I/O Board Layout ..................................................................................... 14
Figure 3.1 Front I/O board layout............................................... 14
3.2 Cable Connections between the PCM-9581/9586 and I/O Board........... 15
Table 3.1: Cable Connections between PCM-9581/9586 and I/O
Board ........................................................................ 15
3.3 Cable Connections between the PCM-9582/9587 and I/O Board........... 16
Table 3.2: Cable Connections between PCM-9582/9587 and I/O
Board ........................................................................ 16
3.4 Cable Connections between the PCM-9584 and I/O Board.................... 17
Table 3.3: Cable Connections between PCM-9584 and I/O Board
.................................................................................. 17
3.5 Required Cable Kit Connections between the PCM-9581FG/9582FG/9584
and I/O Board.......................................................................................... 18
Table 3.4: Optional Cable Kit Connections between PCM-
9581FG/9582FG/9584 and I/O Board ...................... 18
3.6 Optional Display Module Layout ............................................................. 19
Figure 3.2 Display module layout .............................................. 19
3.7 Cable Connections Between the SBC and the Display Module.............. 19

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Table 3.5: Cable Connections Between the SBC and the Display
Module...................................................................... 19
Chapter 4 Operation ........................................... 21
4.1 The Front Plate ....................................................................................... 22
Figure 4.1 Front plate ................................................................ 22
4.2 The Rear Plate........................................................................................ 22
Figure 4.2 Rear plate................................................................. 22
4.3 Replacing the Cooling Fan...................................................................... 23
Figure 4.3 Replacing the system fan ......................................... 23
4.4 Replacing the Power Supply................................................................... 24
Figure 4.4 Replacing the power supply ..................................... 24
Appendix A Exploded Diagram and Parts List.... 25
A.1 Exploded Diagram and Parts List ........................................................... 26
Figure A.1 Exploded diagram .................................................... 26
Table A.1: Parts List .................................................................. 26
Appendix B 5.25"Biscuit SBC Options ............... 27
B.1 5.25"Biscuit SBC Options...................................................................... 28
Table B.1: 5.25" Biscuit SBC Options........................................ 28

Chapter 1
1General Information
This chapter provides general
information about the EBPC-5250.
Sections include:
!Introduction
!Specifications
!Power Supply
!Environment Specifications
!Dimensions Diagram

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1.1 Introduction
The EBPC-5250 is a rugged and compact embedded industrial computer chassis.
With an easily customized I/O plate, the unit can be equipped with various 5.25” bis-
cuit SBCs.
Universal, comprehensive and flexible I/O port expansion features
!Built-in universal I/O board that provides external connectivity for all common
types of I/O
!Pre-punched I/O ports on the front plate and rear plate for various needs
!Reserved space to expand I/O ports by PCI card, mini PCI, PC/104, PC/104+,
or PCI-104 module
Compact and robust construction
!Robust, heavy-duty metal cast construction.
!A specially cushioned design that absorbs vibration of 3.5-inch HDD to ensure
maximum reliability
Optimal integration
!Simple and modular design
!Quick installation, easy expansion and maintenance
!Product longevity support to secure investment value
1.2 Specifications
!Construction: Heavy-duty steel
!Disk Drive Capacity: One internal 3.5” disk drive bay and one slim-type optical
disk drive bay
!LED Indicators on Front Panel: Single-color LED for Power (green) and HDD
activity (red).
!Front I/O Interfaces: Line-in jack, Line-out jack, Mic-in jack, a mini DIN PS/2
mouse connector, a mini DIN PS/2 keyboard connector, four COM ports, a par-
allel port, a GPIO port, a VGA port, a 10/100 LAN port with LEDs, four USB
ports and a GigaLAN port (for PCM-9584). A DVI, four 9-pin D-SUB and four
USB openings are also reserved.
!Rear I/O Interfaces: Pre-punched openings for two LVDS ports, one DVI port,
one S-Video port and one C-Video port
!Cooling System: one 60 cm x 60 cm (27.5 CFM) cooling fan
!Weight: 2.5 Kg (5.5lb)
!Dimensions (W x H x D): 248 x 118 x 298 mm (9.8" x 4.6" x 11.7")

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1.3 Power Supply
The EBPC-5250 accommodates an AC 180W ATX power supply. The detail specifi-
cations are listed below:
.
1.4 Environmental Specifications
!Temperature:
(Operating) 0 to 40°C (32 to 104°F)
(Non-Operating) -20 to 60°C (-4 to 140°F)
!Relative Humidity: 0% ~ 95% (non-condensing)
!Vibration During Operation
1Grms (5 ~ 500 Hz)
!Shock During Operation
20G with 11ms duration, half-sine wave
1.5 Dimensions of the EBPC-5250
Figure 1.1 Dimension diagram of the EBPC-5250
Table 1.1: Power Supply
Part Number 1757000277
Wattage 180 W max. (ATX, PFC)
Input rating 100 ~ 240 Vac (Full range)
Output voltage +5 V @ 12 A, +3.3 V @ 16.8 A, +12 V @ 10 A,
-12 V @ 0.8 A, +5 Vsb @ 2 A
Minimum load +5 V @ 0.3 A, +3.3 V @ 0.3 A, +12 V @ 1.5 A
MTBF 100,000 hours @ 25°C
Safety UL/TUV/CB/CCC
118.0(4.65)
248.0 (9.77)
298.0 (11.74)
(unit: mm (inch)

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Chapter 2
2System Setup
This chapter introduces the instal-
lation process.
Sections include:
!Removing the Top Cover
!Installing the Compact Flash
and Mini PCI Module
!Installing the 5.25" SBC
!Installing the Riser Card and
Add-on Card
!Installing the 3.5" Disk Drive
!Installing the Slim-type Optical
Disk Drive
!Attaching the Mounting Bracket

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The following procedures will instruct you how to install a 5.25” SBC, riser card, add-
on cards, and disk drive into the chassis.
2.1 Removing the Top Cover
To remove the top cover, please follow the instructions below:
1. Loosen two screws on the rear of the top cover.
2. Pull the top cover backwards and then lift it up. (see Figure 2.1)
Figure 2.1 Removing the top cover
Note! Use caution when installing or operating the components with the chas-
sis open. Be sure to turn off the power, unplug the power cord and
ground yourself by touching the metal chassis before you handle any
components inside the machine.

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2.2 Installing the CompactFlash or Mini PCI Module
It's better to insert the CompactFlash or mini PCI module into the socket on the SBC
first if it’s necessary. After the SBC has been installed into the chassis, users need to
open the bottom cover of the chassis by loosening the 6 screws to install or replace
the CompactFlash or mini PCI module. (Figure 2.2)
Figure 2.2 Removing the bottom cover for maintenance of the CompactFlash or
mini PCI module
2.3 Installing the 5.25” Biscuit SBC
The EBPC-5250 supports the Advantech PCM-958X series of SBCs. To install the
SBC, please remove the slim-type ODD bracket first. Then proceed as follows (Fig-
ure 2.3):
1. Install the CPU, CPU cooler, RAM, CF or mini PCI module, etc. on the SBC.
2. Fasten the SBC onto the chassis with the four screws provided.
3. Connect the cables provided from the SBC to the front I/O board. (see the
detailed cable connection in Chapter 3)
4. Connect the 12-pin power connector from the power supply to the SBC.
5. Connect the power LED, HDD LED and power switch wire from the chassis to
the SBC.
Note! The CompactFlash is allocated as a Secondary IDE Master.

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Figure 2.3 Installing an SBC
2.4 Installing a PCI Card or PC/104 Module or Riser
Card
The EBPC-5250 can support a PC/104 module or a PCI card depending on the SBC
specification. To install the module, simply insert the module in the corresponding
slot. Alternatively, it also supports up to 2 PCI cards via the optional riser card. To
install the optional riser card, please proceed as follows:
1. Remove the riser card support on top of the power supply with the 2 screws on
the outside of the chassis.
2. Fasten the riser card onto the support with the 2 screws provided. Then insert
the riser card into the PCI slot of the SBC. (Figure 2.4)
3. When you install the add-on card, please remove the round plastic cap on the
chassis so the screwdriver can be inserted to the hole to loosen or fasten the
screw on the I/O bracket on the rear plate. (Figure 2.5)
4. Remove the rear I/O bracket and insert a half-size PCI card into the lower slot
on the riser card. When inserting a PCI card into the upper slot, if the length
is too long, there may not be enough room for installing the slim-type opti-
cal disk drive.
5. Fasten the add-on card onto the chassis and then replace the round plastic cap.
Note! Use caution when installing a PCI card or PC/104 module, please note
the height limit. If users install the PCI card (through the optional riser
card) and the PC/104 module at the same time, it may cause a mechan-
ical obstacle if some components on the PCI card or PC/104 module are
too high.

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Figure 2.4 Installing a riser card
Figure 2.5 Remove the round plastic cap to fasten/loose the screw to the add-
on cards

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2.5 Installing the Disk Drives
The EBPC-5250 comes with a shockproof housing for an internal 3.5” HDD. It also
reserves space for a slim type optical disk drive. Please refer to the following instruc-
tions to install the 3.5” hard disk drive and the optical disk drive.
2.5.1 Installing a 3.5” Hard Disk Drive
1. To install the 3.5” internal HDD, remove the disk drive bracket by releasing the
four screws (with the rubber cushions) from outside the chassis (see Figure
2.6).
2. Insert the disk drive into the proper bracket location and secure it with the
screws provided.
3. Return the disk drive bracket with the 3.5” HDD to the original position and fas-
ten it with the four screws.
4. Connect the IDE flat cable from the SBC; and plug in the power connector from
the power supply.
Figure 2.6 Installing a 3.5” HDD