Advantech TPC-31 User manual

User Manual
TPC-31/61
3.5"/ 5.7" QVGA TFT LCD TI
Cortex-A8 Touch Panel
Computer

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Copyright
The documentation and the software included with this product are copyrighted 2012
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
IBM, PC/AT and VGA are trademarks of International Business Machines Corpora-
tion.
Microsoft Windows and MS-DOS are registered trademarks of Microsoft Corp.
All other product names or trademarks are properties of their respective owners.
This Manual Covers the Following Models:
TPC-31T
TPC-61T
Part No. 2003003101 Edition 1
Printed in Taiwan July 2012

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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.
Declaration of Conformity
CE
This product has passed the CE test for environmental specifications.
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.

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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
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:
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 ENVIRONMENT WHERE THE
STORAGE TEMPERATURE MAY GO BELOW -20° C (-4° F) OR ABOVE 70° C
(158° 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.

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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 zugän-
glich 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 überhit-
zung 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. Es sollte auch nichts auf der Leitung abgestellt werden. Alle Hinweise und War-
nungen die sich am Ger?ten 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 aus-
lösen.
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 funktioniert
oder Sie mit Hilfe dieser Anleitung keine Verbesserung erzielen.

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Contents
Chapter 1 General Information ............................1
1.1 Introduction ............................................................................................... 2
1.2 Specifications ............................................................................................ 2
1.2.1 System Kernel............................................................................... 2
1.2.2 I/O Ports........................................................................................ 2
1.2.3 Storage ......................................................................................... 2
1.2.4 Safety and Environment................................................................ 3
1.2.5 LCD Specifications........................................................................ 3
1.2.6 Touchscreen Specifications .......................................................... 3
1.2.7 Power............................................................................................ 3
1.2.8 I/O Ports Arrangement.................................................................. 4
Figure 1.1 TPC-31T I/O Ports Arrangement ................................ 4
Figure 1.2 TPC-61T I/O Ports Arrangement ................................ 4
1.3 Panel Mounting ......................................................................................... 5
Figure 1.3 Panel Mounting........................................................... 5
1.4 Dimensions and Cutout............................................................................. 6
Figure 1.4 TPC-31T Dimensions and Cutout............................... 6
Figure 1.5 TPC-61T Dimensions and Cutout............................... 6
Chapter 2 System Setup.......................................7
2.1 System Setup............................................................................................ 8
Figure 2.1 Power Connector and Power Lines ............................ 8
Figure 2.2 Pin Assignment on the Power Receptor..................... 8
Figure 2.3 Power Line into the Power Receptor.......................... 9
Chapter 3 System Tuning...................................11
3.1 LCD Tuning ............................................................................................. 12
Figure 3.1 Display...................................................................... 12
Figure 3.2 Display Properties .................................................... 12
3.2 Touchscreen Calibration ......................................................................... 13
Figure 3.3 Style.......................................................................... 13
Figure 3.4 Stylus Properties ...................................................... 13
Figure 3.5 Touchscreen Calibration........................................... 14
3.3 Buzzer Setting......................................................................................... 14
Figure 3.6 Volume & Sounds Settings 1.................................... 14
Figure 3.7 Volume & Sounds Settings 2.................................... 14
Chapter 4 Windows CE.......................................17
4.1 Windows CE............................................................................................ 18
Figure 4.1 Windows CE on TPC-31/61...................................... 18
4.2 TPC Utilities ............................................................................................ 19
4.2.1 Soft-Keyboard ............................................................................. 19
Figure 4.2 Soft-Keyboard........................................................... 19
4.2.2 TPC Configuration ...................................................................... 19
Figure 4.3 TPC Configurator...................................................... 19
Figure 4.4 General..................................................................... 20
Figure 4.5 Network .................................................................... 20
Figure 4.6 Advanced Network ................................................... 21
Figure 4.7 Watchdog Setting ..................................................... 21

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Figure 4.8 Misc Page................................................................. 22
Figure 4.9 Reboot Machine ....................................................... 22
Figure 4.10Registry Saving Success.......................................... 23
Figure 4.11Registry Editor.......................................................... 23
4.2.3 Advantech Tools ......................................................................... 24
Figure 4.12Advantech Tools....................................................... 24
Figure 4.13NotepadPlus............................................................. 25
Figure 4.14TPC Version Information .......................................... 25
4.2.4 Other Utilities .............................................................................. 26
4.3 Networking .............................................................................................. 26
4.3.1 Network via Ethernet .................................................................. 26
Figure 4.15Network and Dial-up Connections............................ 26
Figure 4.16Selected Connection ................................................ 27
Figure 4.17Setting IP Address.................................................... 27
Figure 4.18Settng Name Servers ............................................... 28
Figure 4.19Save Registry ........................................................... 28
4.3.2 Network via Serial Port ............................................................... 29
Figure 4.20PC Connection ......................................................... 29
Figure 4.21PC Connection Properties........................................ 30
Figure 4.22Change Connection.................................................. 30
Figure 4.23Change Connection.................................................. 31
Figure 4.24COM1 Set................................................................. 31
Figure 4.25Microsoft ActiveSync ................................................ 31
Figure 4.26Select Connection Setting ........................................ 32
Figure 4.27Configure Connection Setting .................................. 32
Figure 4.28Get Connected ......................................................... 33
Figure 4.29Run Repllog.exe on the TPC.................................... 33
Figure 4.30Connection on the TPC ............................................ 34
Figure 4.31Connection on the Host PC...................................... 34
Figure 4.32Explore the TPC ....................................................... 35
4.4 Application Program Development ......................................................... 35
4.4.1 System Requirements for Developers........................................ 35
4.4.2 Building Windows CE Runtime................................................... 36
Figure 4.33Starting a New Project.............................................. 36
Figure 4.34Selecting................................................................... 37
Figure 4.35Compiling Your Program .......................................... 37
Appendix A Watchdog Timer Programming ....... 39
A.1 Device IO Control.................................................................................... 40
A.2 How to Use the Control Code ................................................................. 41
A.2.1 IOCTL _WDT_ENABLE:............................................................. 41
A.2.2 IOCTL _WDT_DISABLE:............................................................ 41
A.2.3 IOCTL_WDT_STROBE: ............................................................. 41
A.2.4 IOCTL_WDT_GETTIMEOUT: .................................................... 41
A.2.5 IOCTL_WDT_SETTIMEOUT:..................................................... 42
A.2.6 IOCTL_WDT_REBOOT:............................................................. 42
A.3 Examples ................................................................................................ 42
Appendix B Fuse Specifications .......................... 45
B.1 Fuse Specifications................................................................................. 46
Appendix C Pin Assignments............................... 47
C.1 RS-232 Pin Assignments ........................................................................ 48
C.2 RS-485 Pin Assignment.......................................................................... 48

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Appendix D Visual Settings...................................49
D.1 Font Setting............................................................................................. 50
Figure D.1 Font Setting .............................................................. 50
Figure D.2 Small Font Setting .................................................... 50
Figure D.3 Change Font Setting................................................. 51
Figure D.4 Small Font Display.................................................... 51
D.2 Screen Rotation ...................................................................................... 52
Figure D.5 Screen Rotation........................................................ 52
Figure D.6 Screen Rotation Options .......................................... 52
Figure D.7 90 Degrees Rotation................................................. 53
Figure D.8 Portrait Rotation........................................................ 53
Appendix E TPC-31T /61T Update Guide .............55
E.1 Updating Image & Bootloader ................................................................. 56
Appendix F Jumper & Dip Switch Setting List ....59
F.1 TPC-31T Component construction.......................................................... 60
F.1.1 EAMB-2201 Top side.................................................................. 60
F.2 Jumper Setting DIP Switch ..................................................................... 60
F.3 TPC-61T Component construction.......................................................... 61
F.3.1 EAMB-2200 Top side.................................................................. 61
F.3.2 EAMB-2200 Bottom side............................................................. 61
F.4 Jumper Setting DIP Switch ..................................................................... 62
F.4.1 SW3 UART Controlled Function ................................................. 62

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Chapter 1
1General Information
This chapter gives background
information for the TPC-31/61
series.
Sections include:
Introduction
Specifications
LCD Specifications
Touchscreen Specifications
Power
I/O Port Arrangement
Mounting
Dimensions and Cutout

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1.1 Introduction
The TPC-31/61 series of touch panel computers consist of state-of-the-art HMI
(Human Machine Interfaces). The 3.5"/5.7” operator interface combined with a RISC-
based computing platform offers these key features:
Bright Display:The high-brightness LCD display provides a clear interface.
Fanless: By using a low power processor, the system does not have to rely on
fans, which often are unreliable, and attracts dust.
Powerful Communication Capability:
The TPC-31/61 series provides a powerful I/O interface for easy communication
with other devices. The I/O interface includes serial ports, RS-485 port, Ethernet
and USB. (Serial Port default as RS-232)
Windows CE Support: Advantech offers platform support for Windows CE. The
optional Windows CE operating system specifically for the TPC-31/61 is avail-
able for Windows CE application program builders.
1.2 Specifications
1.2.1 System Kernel
CPU: TI Cortex-A8 AM3517 600 MHz
Memory: DDR2 256MB on board
Storage Memory: 512MB on board micro SD card;1Mb FRAM for Data back-up
Ethernet: 10/100Base-T x 1
Watchdog Timer: Programmable as 250 ms, 500 ms, 1 second
SD Slot: Secure Digital Slot
1.2.2 I/O Ports
TPC-31T:
RS-232/RS-485 X1 with auto data flow control, USB 2.0(Host) x 1
TPC-61T:
RS-232 x 2 (COM1,2)RS-422/RS-485 x1 (COM 3) with auto data flow control,
USB2.0 (Host) x 1, USB2.0 (Client) x 1
1.2.3 Storage
TPC-31/61 panel computers provide two methods for storage. One is the on-board
512MB micro SD card and the other one is an external SD card.

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1.2.4 Safety and Environment
Safety
FCC Class A, CE, BSMI, UL certified
The front bezel is compliant with NEMA 4/ IP65
Environment
Operating Temperature: 0~50°C (32 ~ 122°F)
Storage Temperature: -20 ~ 60°C (-4 ~ 140°F)
Humidity: 10~95% @ 40°C relative humidity (non-condensing)
Vibration: 1 Grms (Random, Operating)
1.2.5 LCD Specifications
1.2.6 Touchscreen Specifications
1.2.7 Power
Input Voltage: 18~32 VDC
Maximum Current: 1 A
TPC-31/61
Display Type TFT LCD
Size (diagonal) 3.5”/5.7”
Maximum Resolution 320 x 240 (QVGA)
Maximum Colors 64K
Viewing Angle 120/110; 160/140
Luminance (cd / m2) 450/800
Contrast Ratio 300:1 / 800:1
Backlight LED
Backlight MTBF 30000 / 50000hrs
Touch Type Resistive
Base Glass Construction Glass
Resolution Continuous
Light Transmission 80% typical
Software Driver Windows CE (embedded)
Durability 1 million times with a 8 mm diameter silicone rubber finger
Note! There is no pointer/cursor shown using the touch screen. The cursor
only appears when closing or minimizing the window.

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1.2.8 I/O Ports Arrangement
TPC-31T provides 1 serial port, 1 Ethernet LAN port and 1 USB port. While TPC-61T
provides 3 serial ports, 1 Ethernet LAN, 2 USB port(1xHost, 1xClient).
Figure 1.1 TPC-31T I/O Ports Arrangement
Figure 1.2 TPC-61T I/O Ports Arrangement

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1.3 Panel Mounting
There is an adhesive waterproof gasket on the front bezel. Make sure the waterproof
gasket is in position before installing a TPC-31/61 panel computer into the panel
opening.
TPC-31T:
1. Install the panel computer into the panel opening.
2. Find the mount bracket, four short screws and four long screws in the accessory
pack. Fix the mount bracket on the rear cover with four short screws and then
fasten the long screws. These screws will then push the mounting panel and fix
the unit. The mounting panel thickness is suggested to be less than 3.5 mm
(0.137 inch).
TPC-61T:
1. Install the TPC into the panel opening.
2. Find the six clamps and six long screws in the accessory pack. Hook the clamps
to the holes around the four sides of the bezel. Insert the screws into every
clamp and fasten them. These screws will push the mounting panel and fix the
unit.
3. The suggested mounting panel thickness is less than 6 mm (0.236”).
Figure 1.3 Panel Mounting

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1.4 Dimensions and Cutout
Weight:
TPC-31T: 0.25 kg (0.55 lbs)
TPC-61T: 0.8 kg (1.76 lb)
Dimensions (WxHxD):
TPC-31T: 120.79 x 85.5 x 26.5 mm (4.76" x 3.37" x 1.04")
TPC-61T: 195 x 148 x 44.4 mm (7.68" x 5.83" x 1.75")
Cutout:
TPC-31T: 115 x 79.5 mm
TPC-61T: 189 x 142 mm
Figure 1.4 TPC-31T Dimensions and Cutout
Figure 1.5 TPC-61T Dimensions and Cutout

Chapter 2
2System Setup
This chapter provides a brief
explanation for operating the TPC-
31/61.

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2.1 System Setup
You can quickly get up and running by following the step-by-step instructions below.
1. Open the package. check the packing list at the beginning of this manual to
make sure every item is there.
2. Connect the power connector to the 18~32 VDC power lines. The power lines
can either be from some power adapter or an in-house power source.
Figure 2.1 Power Connector and Power Lines
Figure 2.2 Pin Assignment on the Power Receptor
Warning! The system may be damaged when the power is turned on if the power
source is not connected to the correct pins.

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3. Plug the power lines into the system power receptor. Thus the system will turn
on.
Figure 2.3 Power Line into the Power Receptor
4. Turn on the System
5. Calibrate the touchscreen.

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