Advantech MIC-3612/3-BE User manual

User Manual
MIC-3612/3-BE

MIC-3612/3-BE User Manual ii
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free from defects in materials and workmanship for two years from the date of pur-
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persons other than repair personnel authorized by Advantech, or which have been
subject to misuse, abuse, accident or improper installation. Advantech assumes no
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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-
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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. 2003361220 Edition 1
Printed in Taiwan May 2017

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Declaration of Conformity
CE
This product has passed the CE test for environmental specifications when shielded
cables are used for external wiring. We recommend the use of shielded cables. This
kind of cable is available from Advantech. Please contact your local supplier for
ordering information.
CE
This product has passed the CE test for environmental specifications. Test conditions
for passing included the equipment being operated within an industrial enclosure. In
order to protect the product from being damaged by ESD (Electrostatic Discharge)
and EMI leakage, we strongly recommend the use of CE-compliant industrial enclo-
sure products.
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.
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.
FM
This equipment has passed the FM certification. According to the National Fire Pro-
tection Association, work sites are classified into different classes, divisions and
groups, based on hazard considerations. This equipment is compliant with the speci-
fications of Class I, Division 2, Groups A, B, C and D indoor hazards.

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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
Document Feedback
To assist us in making improvements to this manual, we would welcome comments
and constructive criticism. Please send all such - in writing to: support@advan-
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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 XXXXXXXX
Box XXXXXXXXX
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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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:
15. The power cord or plug is damaged.
16. Liquid has penetrated into the equipment.
17. The equipment has been exposed to moisture.
18. The equipment does not work well, or you cannot get it to work according to the
user's manual.
19. The equipment has been dropped and damaged.
20. The equipment has obvious signs of breakage.
21. 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.
22. 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.
23. The sound pressure level at theoperator's position accordingto 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.

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Safety Precaution - Static Electricity
Follow these simple precautions to protect yourself from harm and the products from
damage.
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.
Disconnect power before making any configuration changes. The sudden rush
of power as you connect a jumper or install a card may damage sensitive elec-
tronic components.

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Contents
Chapter 1 General Information ............................1
1.1 Introduction ...............................................................................................2
1.2 Features....................................................................................................2
1.3 Specifications............................................................................................2
Chapter 2 Hardware Configuration......................3
2.1 Initial Inspection ........................................................................................4
2.2 Hardware Installation ................................................................................5
2.3 I/O Address...............................................................................................6
2.4 Board Layout: Dimensions........................................................................7
Figure 2.1 MIC-3612 board layout: Dimensions..........................7
2.5 Jumper Setting..........................................................................................7
2.5.1 How to set jumpers.......................................................................7
Figure 2.2 Jumper setting example .............................................7
2.5.2 Default Settings.............................................................................8
2.5.3 Terminator resistor setup (JP2~JP9)..........................................10
2.5.4 66MHZ_ENABLE pin Setup........................................................10
Chapter 3 Pin Assignment & Wiring..................11
3.1 Pin assignments......................................................................................12
3.1.1 RS-232 Mode..............................................................................12
Table 3.1: MIC-3612DB44 ConnectorPinAssignmentfor RS-232
Mode.........................................................................12
Table 3.2: RS232 Mode DB9 Male Connector Description.......12
Figure 3.1 MIC-3612 DB44 Connector RS-232 Mode...............13
3.1.2 RS-485 Mode..............................................................................13
Table 3.3: MIC-3612DB44 ConnectorPinAssignmentfor RS-485
Mode.........................................................................13
Table 3.4: RS-485 Mode DB9P Male Connector Description....13
Figure 3.2 MIC-3612 DB44 Connector RS-232 Mode...............14
3.1.3 RS-422 Mode..............................................................................14
Table 3.5: MIC-3612DB44 ConnectorPinAssignmentfor RS-422
Mode.........................................................................14
Table 3.6: RS-422 Mode DB9 Male Connector Description......15
Figure 3.3 MIC-3612 DB44 Connector RS-422 Mode...............15
Chapter 4 Register Structure .............................17
4.1 Register Structure ...................................................................................18
Table 4.1: BASE+2 (read) Interrupt status register (ISR)..........18
Table 4.2: Interrupt Source And Priority Level...........................18
Table 4.3: Transmit and Receive FIFO Trigger Table And Level
Selection...................................................................19
Table 4.4: ..................................................................................20
Table 4.5: ..................................................................................20
Table 4.6: ..................................................................................20
Table 4.7: ..................................................................................20
Table 4.8: Parity Selection.........................................................20

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Chapter 1
1General Information

MIC-3612/3-BE User Manual 2
1.1 Introduction
The MIC-3612 is a 3U/6U sized 4-port RS-232/422/485 CompactPCI® Comm. Card,
serial communication cards which complies with PICMG 2.0 R2.1 CompactPCI spec-
ifications. All channels are addressed in a continuous 32 byte I/O block for simplified
software access. All channels may also share one PCI interrupt.
The MIC-3612 comes standard with 16C850 UARTs containing 128 byte FIFOs.
These upgraded FIFOs greatly reduce CPU overhead and are an ideal choice for
heavy multitasking environments.
1.2 Features
PCI Specification 2.1x compliant
Speeds up to 921.6 Kbps
16C850 UARTs with 128-byte standard
Standard Industrial 3U/6U sized CPCI Board size
I/O address automatically assigned by PCI Plug-and-Play
OS supported: Windows@98/2000/XP/7, Linux
Surge protection (2500VDC).
Space reserved for termination resistors (for RS-422/485)
Automatic RS-485 data flow control
1.3 Specifications
Bus Interface: CPCI bus specification 2.1x compliant
Bus controller: LCMXO2-4000HC-4FTG256I
Communication controller: 16C850
IRQ: all ports use the same IRQ assigned by PCI Plug-and-Play
Data bits: 5, 6, 7, 8
Stop bits: 1, 1.5, 2
Parity: none, even, odd
Surge Protection: 2500 VDC
Speed (bps): 50 ~ 921.6 K
Data signals: TxD, RxD, RTS, CTS, DTR, DSR, DCD, RI, GND (for RS-232)
TX+, TX-, RX+, RX-, RTS+, RTS-, CTS+, CTS-, GND (for RS-422) DATA+,
DATA-, GND (for RS-485)
Power consumption:
Dimensions: 160 mm x 100 mm
Operating temperature: 0°C ~ 70°C (referring to IEC68-2-1, 2)
Operating Humidity:
5 ~ 95% Relative Humidity, non-condensing (referring to IEC 68-2-1, 2)
Operating Humidity:
5 ~ 95% Relative Humidity, non-condensing (referring to IEC 68-2-3)
Storage Temperature: -20 ~ 80°C
Typical MAX
+5V 220mA 285mA
+3.3V 100mA 200mA
+12v 60mA 80mA

Chapter 2
2Hardware
Configuration
This chapter gives users a pack-
age item checklist, proper instruc-
tions about unpacking and step-
by-step procedures for card
installation.

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2.1 Initial Inspection
In addition to this manual, you should find the following items inside the shipping
package of the MIC-3612:
CPCI communication interface card
Wiring cable
We have carefully inspected the CPCI communication card series before shipping it.
It should be free of marks and scratches and in perfect working order on receipt. As
you unpack the CPCI communication card series, check it for signs of shipping dam-
age (damaged box, scratches, dents, etc.). If it is damaged or it fails to meet specifi-
cations, notify our service department or your local sales representative immediately.
Also 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. When you handle the CPCI communication card series, remove it from its pro-
tective packaging by grasping the rear metal panel. Keep the anti-vibration packag-
ing. Whenever you remove the card from the PC, store it in this package for
protection.
Note! Discharge your body’s static electric charge by touching the back of the
grounded chassis of the system unit (metal) before handling the board.
You should avoid contact with materials that hold a static charge such
as plastic, vinyl and styrofoam. Handle the board only by its edges to
avoid static damage to its integrated circuits. Avoid touching the
exposed circuit connectors. We also recommend that you use a
grounded wrist strap and place the card on a static dissipative mat
whenever you work with it.

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Chapter 2 Hardware Configuration
2.2 Hardware Installation
When you install the MIC-3612 Card, be sure the DLL driver of the MIC-3612 installa-
tion is complete, you can now go on to install the MIC-3612 card in your CPCI com-
puter. But it is suggested that you should refer to the computer user manual or
related documentation if you have any doubt. Please follow the steps below to install
the card on your system.
To install a card:
1. Remove one cover on the unused slot of your CPCI computer slot.
2. Hold the Card Vertically. Be sure that the card is pointing in the correct direction.
The components of the card should be pointing to the right-hand side and the
black handle of the card should be pointing to lower edge of the chassis.
3. Holding the lower handle, pull the handle down to unlock it.
4. Insert the MIC-3612 card into the CPCI chassis carefully by sliding the lower
edges of the card into the card guides.
5. Please push the card into slot gently by sliding the card along the card guide
until CN1 meets the long needle on the backplane.
6. Push the card into the right place; secure the card by pushing the handle on to
lock it into place.
Note! Make sure you have installed the driver first before installing the card
(Please refer to the software installation in Chapter 3 Driver Setup &
Installation).
Note! If your card is correctly positioned and has been slid all the way into the
chassis, the handle should match the rectangular holes. If not, remove
the card from the card guide and repeat step 3 again. Do not try to install
a card by forcing it into the chassis.
Note! The Blue LED on the front panel details the installation status of the card
while the system is on.
In step 5, when CN1 meets the long needle on the backplane, Blue LED
will light; after step 6, the system can configure the card automatically,
and the Blue LED is turned off when the system finished the device con-
figuration.
If the system power is off, you can install the card step by step without
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To remove a card:
1. Push the handle down to unlock the card, then the CPCI system will automati-
cally uninstall the card configuration.
2. Once the system finished the device configuration, the Blue LED on the front
panel will turn on. Now you can slide the card out.
2.3 I/O Address
In this section, you will learn to set an I/O base address for the MIC-3612.
Base address setting
When the MIC-3612 is installed in the system or if the machine is first turned on, the
configuration software must scan the various buses in the system. If the software
locates the MIC-3612, the system will configure the device based on the parameters
of the PCI device configuration registers, including the I/O base address, I/O range,
memory base address, memory range, and so forth. The I/O base address is the
base address on the four ports of the MIC-3612 card. The four ports address are as
shown:
Note! Advantech MIC-3612’s “Hot-Swap”function complies with CPCI Hot
Swap Specification PICMG 2.1 R2.0.
Note! Because of the “Hot-Swap”, the above steps detail the card removal pro-
cess while the system is on.
If the system power is off, please follow step1 and step2 and disregard
the status of the Blue LED.
Base Address Setting
CH 1 Base Add. + 00H
CH 2 Base Add. + 08H
CH 3 Base Add. + 10H
CH 4 Base Add. + 18H

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Chapter 2 Hardware Configuration
2.4 Board Layout: Dimensions
Figure 2.1 MIC-3612 board layout: Dimensions
2.5 Jumper Setting
This section provides the card default configuration and the options for setting each
jumper.
2.5.1 How to set jumpers
You configure your card to match the needs of your application by setting the jump-
ers. A jumper is the simplest kind of electric switch. It consists of two metal pins and a
small metal clip (often protected by a plastic cover) that slides over the pins to con-
nect them. To “close” a jumper you connect 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. You may find a pair of
needle-nose pliers for setting the 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.
Figure 2.2 Jumper setting example

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2.5.2 Default Settings
The board is shipped with default settings (all ports are set to RS-422 mode without
any terminator resistors). If you need to change these settings, however, see the fol-
lowing sections. Otherwise, you can simply install the card.
For MIC-3612, each port can support three operation modes, RS-232, RS-485 and
RS-422.
RS-232 mode
For RS-232 operation mode, set the jumper group CN4(CN5,CN6,CN7) for Port
1 (2,3,4) to the RS-232 available position.
RS-485 mode
For RS-485 operation mode, users will have to use the following list to set the
jumpers.
1. Jumper group CN4(CN5,CN6,CN7) for Port 1 (2,3,4) to the RS-422/485.
2. Jumper JP10(JP11,JP12,JP13)for Port 1(2,3,4) to the RS-485.
3. DIP switch SW1 have to switch to “AUTO” for RS-485 mode
CH1 CH2 CH3 CH4
ON ON ON ON ON
OFF AUTO AUTO AUTO AUTO

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RS-422 Master mode
For RS-422 Master mode, the RS-422 Tx signal will always be enabled. For this
mode, users will have to use the following list to set the jumpers.
1. Jumper group CN4(CN5,CN6,CN7) for Port 1 (2,3,4) to the RS-422/485.
2. Jumper JP10(JP11,JP12,JP13) for Port 1(2,3,4) to the RS-422.
3. For RS-422 Master mode, DIP switch SW1 will have to be “ON”
RS-422 Slave mode
For RS-422 Slave mode, the RS-422 Tx signal will be auto-enabled to send the
data. To set this mode, users will have to use the following list to set the jump-
ers.
1. Jumper group CN4(CN5,CN6,CN7) for Port 1 (2,3,4) to the RS-422/485.
2. Jumper JP10(JP11,JP12,JP13) for Port 1(2,3,4) to the RS-422.
CH1 CH2 CH3 CH4
ON ON ON ON ON
OFF AUTO AUTO AUTO AUTO

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3. For RS-422 Slave mode, DIP switch SW1 will have to be switched to “AUTO”
2.5.3 Terminator resistor setup (JP2~JP9)
In the RS485/422 mode, you can install terminator resistors to match line impedance.
For each signal line Tx (Data), Rx will have to be a separate resistor 120 or 300.
For more details about jumper locations please refer to Figure 2-1
2.5.4 66MHZ_ENABLE pin Setup
The 66MHZ_ENABLE pin indicates to a device whether the bus segment is operating
at 66 or 33 MHz. However, MIC-3612 can only operate at 33MHz limited by FPGA
model. By default, the jumper CN2 is closed, that indicates bus segments are limited
to 33MHz.
CH1 CH2 CH3 CH4
ON ON ON ON ON
OFF AUTO AUTO AUTO AUTO

Chapter 3
3Pin Assignment &
Wiring

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3.1 Pin assignments
The following diagrams show the pin assignments for the MIC-3612 DB44P connector.
3.1.1 RS-232 Mode
The MIC-3612 has 4 RS-232 ports. The following lists the pin assignments of the
DB44 connector on the bracket. You may fabricate the cable for DB44 to 4 x DB9
with these output pin.
The Table 3-2 is the description of DB9P male connector.
Table 3.1: MIC-3612 DB44 Connector Pin Assignment for RS-232 Mode
Pin No. Signal Pin No. Signal Pin No. Signal
1 TX0 17 DTR0 3 RTS0
2 RX0 18 DSR0 16 CTS0
31 DCD0 32 RI0 33 GND
5 TX1 21 DTR1 7 RTS1
6 RX1 22 DSR1 20 CTS1
35 DCD1 36 RI1 37 GND
9 TX2 25 DTR2 11 RTS2
10 RX2 26 DSR2 24 CTS2
39 DCD2 40 RI2 41 GND
13 TX3 29 DTR3 15 RTS3
14 RX3 30 DSR3 28 CTS3
42 DCD3 43 RI3 44 GND
Table 3.2: RS232 Mode DB9 Male Connector Description
Signal Name Pin# Mode
GND Ground 5
TX Transmit Data 3 Output
DTR Data Terminal Ready 4 Output
RTS Request To Send 7 Output
RX Receive Data 2 Input
DSR Data Set Ready 6 Input
CTS Clear To Send 8 Input
DCD Data Carrier Detect 1 Input
RI Ring Indicator 9 Input