Advantech PPC-150 Series User manual

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PPC-150
Pentium®MMX processor-based
panel PC with 15" LCD flat panel
display
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Copyright Notice
This document is copyrighted, 1999, by Advantech Co. Ltd. All rights are
reserved. Advantech Co., Ltd. reserves the right to alter 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. Information provided in this manual is intended
to be accurate and reliable. However, Advantech assumes no responsibility
for use of this manual, nor for any infringements upon the rights of third
parties which may result from such use.
All brand and product names mentioned herein are trademarks or
registered trademarks of their respective holders.
Part No. 2002015000
1st Edition Printed in Taiwan June 1999
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FCC Class B
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
when the equipment is operated in a residential environment. This
equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy. If not
installed and used in accordance with this user's manual, it may cause
harmful interference to radio communications. Note that even when this
equipment is installed and used in accordance with this user's manual,
there is still no guarantee that interference will not occur. If this
equipment is believed to be causing harmful interference to radio or
television reception, this can be determined by turning the equipment on
and off. If interference is occurring, 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 the receiver
• Connect the equipment to a power outlet on a circuit different from that
to which the receiver is connected
• Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help
Warning: Any changes or modifications made to the equipment
which are not expressly approved by the relevant
standards authority could void your authority to operate
theequipment.
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Packing List
Before installing your panel PC, ensure that the following materials have
been received:
• PPC-150 series panel PC
• User's manual
• Accessories for PPC-150
- Y-shaped adapter for PS/2 mouse and AT keyboard
- Power cord (1.8 m) - USA type (other types are available on request)
- Floppy disk with CD-ROM drive driver
- "PPC-150 Drivers and Utilities" CD-ROM disc
- Mounting kits and packet of screws
- Heat sink with CPU fan (optional) (refer to Notes 1 and 2)
If any of these items are missing or damaged, contact your distributor or
sales representative immediately.
Note 1: If the unit you have bought is basic (i.e.without a CPU,
HDD, or SDRAM), you will find this optional item in the
accessory box.
Note 2: If you install an Intel Pentium
®
MMX processor yourself,
you must install a heat sink with a CPU fan above the
CPU.This procedure will avoid heat damage to the
CPU.
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Additional Information and Assistance
1. Visit the Advantech Web sites at www.advantech.com or
www.advantech.com.tw 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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Safety Instructions
1. Read these safety instructions carefully.
2. Keep this User's 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
equipment 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:
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
the user's manual.
e. The equipment has been dropped and damaged.
f. The equipment has obvious signs of breakage.
15. DO NOT LEAVE THIS EQUIPMENT IN AN UNCONTROLLED
ENVIRONMENT WHERE THE STORAGE TEMPERATURE IS BELOW
-20° C (-4° F) OR ABOVE 60° C (140° F). THIS MAY DAMAGE THE EQUIPMENT.
The sound pressure level at the operator's position according to IEC 704-1:1982 is
no more than 70dB(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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Wichtige Sicherheishinweise
1. Bitte lesen sie Sich diese Hinweise sorgfältig durch.
2. Heben Sie diese Anleitung für den späteren Gebrauch auf.
3. Vor jedem Reinigen ist das Gerät vom Stromnetz zu trennen. Verwenden Sie
Keine Flüssig-oder Aerosolreiniger. Am besten dient ein angefeuchtetes Tuch
zur Reinigung.
4. Die NetzanschluBsteckdose soll nahe dem Gerät angebracht und leicht
zugänglich sein.
5. Das Gerät ist vor Feuchtigkeit zu schützen.
6. Bei der Aufstellung des Gerätes ist auf sicheren Stand zu achten. Ein Kippen
oder Fallen könnte Verletzungen hervorrufen.
7. Die Belüftungsöffnungen dienen zur Luftzirkulation die das Gerät vor
überhitzung schützt. Sorgen Sie dafür, daB diese Öffnungen nicht abgedeckt
werden.
8. Beachten Sie beim. AnschluB an das Stromnetz die AnschluBwerte.
9. Verlegen Sie die NetzanschluBleitung so, daB niemand darüber fallen kann.
Es sollte auch nichts auf der Leitung abgestellt werden.
10. Alle Hinweise und Warnungen die sich am Geräten befinden sind zu beachten.
11. Wird das Gerät über einen längeren Zeitraum nicht benutzt, sollten Sie es vom
Stromnetz trennen. Somit wird im Falle einer Überspannung eine
Beschädigung vermieden.
12. Durch die Lüftungsöffnungen dürfen niemals Gegenstände oder Flüssigkeiten
in das Gerät gelangen. Dies könnte einen Brand bzw. elektrischen Schlag
auslösen.
13. Öffnen Sie niemals das Gerät. Das Gerät darf aus Gründen der elektrischen
Sicherheit nur von authorisiertem Servicepersonal geöffnet werden.
14. Wenn folgende Situationen auftreten ist das Gerät vom Stromnetz zu trennen
und von einer qualifizierten Servicestelle zu überprüfen:
a - Netzkabel oder Netzstecker sind beschädigt.
b - Flüssigkeit ist in das Gerät eingedrungen.
c - Das Gerät war Feuchtigkeit ausgesetzt.
d - Wenn das Gerät nicht der Bedienungsanleitung entsprechend funktioni
ert oder Sie mit Hilfe dieser Anleitung keine Verbesserung erzielen.
e - Das Gerät ist gefallen und/oder das Gehäuse ist beschädigt.
f - Wenn das Gerät deutliche Anzeichen eines Defektes aufweist.
Der arbeitsplatzbezogene Schalldruckpegel nach DIN 45 635 Teil 1000
beträgt 70dB(A) oder weiger.
DISCLAIMER: This set of instructions is given according to IEC704-1. Advantech disclaims all
responsibility for the accuracy of any statements contained herein.
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Contents
Chapter 1 General Information 1
1.1 Introduction...................................................................2
1.2 How to Use This Manual...............................................4
1.3 Specifications................................................................6
General ..........................................................................................6
Standard PC functions....................................................................6
PCI SVGA/flat panel interface ........................................................7
Audio function.................................................................................7
PCI bus Ethernet interface .............................................................8
Touchscreen (optional) ...................................................................8
Optional modules ...........................................................................9
Environment ...................................................................................9
1.4 Dimensions ...................................................................10
Chapter 2 System Setup 11
2.1 A Quick Tour of the Panel PC.....................................12
2.2 Preparing For First-time Use.......................................15
2.3 Installation Procedures ...............................................16
2.3.1 Connecting the power cord..................................................16
2.3.2 Connecting the keyboard and mouse ..................................17
2.3.3 Switching on the power........................................................17
2.4 Running the BIOS Setup Program..............................18
2.5 Installing System Software .........................................18
2.6 Installing the Drivers ...................................................19
Chapter 3 Using the Panel PC 21
3.1 Introduction.................................................................22
3.2 Floppy Drive................................................................22
3.3 CD-ROM Drive............................................................23
3.4 PCMCIA......................................................................24
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3.5 PS/2 Mouse and Keyboard.........................................27
3.6 PCI/ISA Bus Expansion ..............................................27
3.7 Parallel Port ................................................................29
3.8 Serial COM Ports........................................................29
3.9 VGA Port.....................................................................30
3.10 Game Port ..................................................................30
3.11 USB Ports ...................................................................30
3.12 Audio Interface............................................................31
3.13 Ethernet ......................................................................31
3.14 Adjusting the LCD Contrast and Brightness ...............31
3.15 Touchscreen (Optional)...............................................32
Chapter 4 Hardware Installation and Upgrading 33
4.1 Overview of Hardware Installation and
Upgrading ......................................................................34
4.2 Disassembling the Panel PC ......................................35
4.3 Installing the 2.5" Hard Disk Drive (HDD) ...................37
4.4 Installing the Central Processing Unit (CPU) ..............38
4.5 Installing the SDRAM Memory Module.......................40
4.6 Installing the Floppy Disk Drive (FDD)........................41
4.7 Installing the CD-ROM Drive.......................................42
Chapter 5 Jumper Settings and Connectors 43
5.1 Jumpers and Connectors............................................44
5.1.1 Setting jumpers ...................................................................44
5.1.2 Jumpers ..............................................................................45
5.1.3 Locating jumpers .................................................................46
5.1.4 Connectors ..........................................................................47
5.1.5 Locating connectors ............................................................48
5.2 CPU Installation and Upgrading..................................49
5.2.1 System clock setting (JP11, JP8) ........................................49
5.2.2 CPU core voltage setting (JP13)..........................................51
5.2.3 CPU frequency ratio setting (JP14) .....................................54
5.2.4 CMOS clear for external RTC (JP12) ..................................56
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