Ampro P/N 5001795A REV A User manual

ReadyPanelTM 6.5
User’s Guide
P/N 5001795A Rev A

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Revision Reason for Change Date
A, 2 Preliminary Release May/06
A, A Initial Release Mar/07

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Contents
Chapter 1 ReadyPanel Setup.....................................................................................................1
About the ReadyPanel.....................................................................................................................1
Using this Guide .........................................................................................................................1
Requirements .............................................................................................................................1
Power Specifications ..................................................................................................................2
What’s in the Box........................................................................................................................2
Setup Steps .....................................................................................................................................2
Preparations ...............................................................................................................................3
Setting Up the Work Space ........................................................................................................3
Installing Mounting Hardware ....................................................................................................4
Locating the I/O Connectors ......................................................................................................4
Connecting the Power Supply ....................................................................................................6
Applying Power to the ReadyPanel............................................................................................7
Chapter 2 ReadyPanel Components.........................................................................................9
ReadyPanel Assembly Procedures .................................................................................................9
Tools Required ...........................................................................................................................9
Opening the ReadyPanel Enclosure...........................................................................................9
To remove the cover of the ReadyPanel...............................................................................9
Replacing the ReadyPanel Memory.........................................................................................11
To Remove the SODIMM from the ReadyPanel (See Figure 2-2 and Figure 2-3)..............11
To Install the SODIMM into the ReadyPanel.......................................................................13
Appendix A Technical Support...................................................................................................15
List of Figures
Figure 1-1. ReadyPanel and Accessories..................................................................................2
Figure 1-2. Angle View of Enclosure with Mounting Hardware..................................................4
Figure 1-3. Flat View of ReadyPanel I/O Panel..........................................................................5
Figure 1-4. Angle View of ReadyPanel I/O Panel ......................................................................6
Figure 2-1. Exploded View of ReadyPanel Assembly with Cover and Screws........................10
Figure 2-2. Exploded View of Enclosure with Chassis and Board ...........................................12
Figure 2-3. Bottom view of Chassis with SODIMM in Socket...................................................13
List of Tables
Table 1-1. System Current Draw...............................................................................................2
Table 1-2. I/O Panel Connectors, Controls, and Indicators.......................................................5
Table A-1. Technical Support Contact Information..................................................................15

Contents
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ReadyPanel User’s Guide 1
Chapter 1 ReadyPanel Setup
About the ReadyPanel
The ReadyPanel products are intended for users of turn-key embedded systems who prefer long life cycle,
configuration controlled computers over desktop grade systems with frequently changing motherboards.
ReadyPanel models feature the ReadyBoard single board computer (SBC), with a range of processors from
the Intel Celeron®M CPU to the Intel Pentium®M CPU, and a range of SODIMMs described in the
reference manual of each ReadyBoard product. The desired operating system (OS) is pre-loaded onto the
internal compact flash card. Just load your application software and you are ready to use your system
applications.
Using this Guide
This guide provides the most efficient way to set up your ReadyPanel with your desired operating system
(OS). The instructions provided in this guide include:
•Removing the ReadyPanel from the shipping container and inspecting the accessories
•Connecting peripherals to the ReadyPanel
•Powering up the ReadyPanel
Information not provided in this User’s Guide includes:
•ReadyBoard specifications
•Environmental requirements
•ReadyBoard connector/pin numbers and definitions
•Operating system programming or operating instructions
Requirements
The following peripherals and devices are needed to make full use of the ReadyPanel.
•Peripherals (customer provided):
♦ PS/2 keyboard and PS/2 mouse - optional
♦ CRT or LCD monitor (VGA) - optional
•Power Supply (customer supplied):
♦ ATX, AT, or Dual Voltage Lab power supply (+5VDC to +12VDC)
•Optional device/Peripheral connections:
♦ Ethernet (LAN) connection
♦ USB device connections
NOTE Refer to Ampro’s Linux OS manual or other OS manufacturers’ manuals for
instructions when using OS software.
CAUTION Using a power supply with a higher voltage will damage the system.

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Power Specifications
Table 1-1 lists the current draw values of the ReadyPanel.
Table 1-1. System Current Draw
Notes: *In-rush measured with CRT monitor, LCD panel, touch controller, touch screen, 256MB RAM,
inverter, power, compact flash with Win XPe, keyboard and mouse.
**The BIT (burn in test) is conducted with the same criteria as In-rush plus two serial loopbacks, two
USB jump drives, and one Ethernet port connection.
What’s in the Box
The Contents List identifies the items in the shipping container for the ReadyPanel QuickStart Kit. The first
of multiple boxes may contain all of the accessories on the Contents List. See Figure 1-1.
Figure 1-1. ReadyPanel and Accessories
Setup Steps
Make sure to follow the setup steps in this section in the exact order listed but skip any steps that do not
apply to your needs. References are provided to chapters within this guide or other Ampro manuals for more
information about installation and use of this ReadyPanel.
Parameter +5VDC +12VDC
Idle 2.11A (10.53W) 0.81A (9.75W)
In-rush*
Current
(Typical)
Max: 2.64A (13.20W)
Min: 0.64A (3.20W)
Max: 1.36A (16.32W)
Min: 0.16A (1.92W)
BIT** Current
(Typical) 2.73A (13.66W) 0.81A (9.67W)
CD-ROM
ReadyPanel 6.5
DC Power In
Cable Adapter

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Preparations
Setting Up the Work Space
1) Open shipping box. •Locate the ReadyPanel Contents List. See Figure 1-1.
•Unpack the contents of the shipping box.
2) Verify contents. •Verify the contents of the shipping box against the Contents List included
with your ReadyPanel shipping box.
•If anything is missing or damaged, call your sales representative. Refer to
the Ampro web site at www.ampro.com for contact information.
3) Verify support
documentation.
(ReadyBoard Support
Software CD-ROM
located in the first
QuickStart Kit)
ReadyPanel User’s Guide
This document describes how to set up and power up the ReadyPanel and is
provided on the ReadyBoard Support Software CD-ROM as a PDF file.
ReadyBoard Reference Manual
This document provides detailed reference information on the ReadyBoard
and is located on the ReadyBoard Support Software CD-ROM as a PDF file.
ReadyBoard QuickStart Guide
This document describes how to set up, install, and power up the ReadyBoard
installed inside the ReadyPanel enclosure and is located on the ReadyBoard
Support Software CD-ROM as a PDF file.
Operating System Manual(s)
These documents describe how to use the desired operating system (OS) with
the ReadyPanel and provide more detailed programming and operating
information. These documents may or may not be provided with ReadyPanel
depending on the specific licensing requirements.
CAUTION To prevent damage to the ReadyPanel, ensure sufficient clearance exists
around the air vents for unrestricted airflow.
The air temperature inside the enclosure could rise above the specified
operating temperature limits if the airflow through the vents is restricted.
4) Select workbench
location.
•The workbench location should be a flat clean surface for setup and operation
(including the connection of any external peripherals and optional devices).
•Ensure sufficient airflow clearance exists around the complete enclosure.
•Make sure to integrate mounting hardware or a method of tilting the Ready-
Board to one side to allow clearance for the cooling fan.
5) Unpack ReadyPanel. •Remove the ReadyPanel from its shipping container and place it on a flat work
surface.
The ReadyBoard and the ReadyPanel enclosure—with the desired OS pre-
installed—form a complete system ready for operation.

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Installing Mounting Hardware
Figure 1-2. Angle View of Enclosure with Mounting Hardware
Locating the I/O Connectors
6) Install the appropriate
mounting hardware.
•Install the mounting hardware for surface or wall mounting to the bottom
of the ReadyPanel. See Figure 1-2.
Note: Make sure the mounting plate clears the fan intake and
provides enough height to allow for unrestricted air flow.
Make sure not to drive the ends of the screws further than
two screw threads past the ends of the PEM nuts located on
the inside of the enclosure cover.
NOTE The Mounting holes in the bottom of the ReadyPanel conform to the FDMI (Flat
Display Mounting Interface) standard for monitor mounting.
7) Locate the I/O
connectors on the front
of the ReadyPanel.
Refer to Figure 1-3 and Table 1-2 for locations and descriptions of the
connectors and controls before making connections or powering on the
ReadyPanel.
75mm (2.95")
75mm (2.95")
Air Vents
(Front)
Suggested
Mounting Plate
Air Vents
(Rear)
Cooling Fan
(Bottom)
Touch Screen
Enclosure
Cover

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Figure 1-3. Flat View of ReadyPanel I/O Panel
Table 1-2. I/O Panel Connectors, Controls, and Indicators
Control/Connector Description
DC Power In This 6-pin connector accepts input from the external DC In cable adapter.
VGA Use this standard 15-pin (DB15) connector for the video connection. This connector
resides on the ReadyBoard.
Mouse/Keyboard This 6-pin single PS/2 mouse and keyboard connector resides on the ReadyBoard.
USB 0 & 1 These standard USB connectors reside on the ReadyBoard.
LAN 1 (Ethernet 1) This 8-pin (RJ45) Ethernet port is used for the 10/100BaseT Ethernet connection and
resides on the ReadyBoard.
COM 1& COM 2
(Serial 1 & Serial
2)
Use these two this 9-pin (DB9) serial ports for the standard RS232 connections to the
ReadyPanel. These connectors reside on the ReadyBoard.
AUDIO: Line Out Use this audio out connector for standard stereo out connection from the ReadyPanel.
Power LED This green power-on indicator, shown in Figure 2-1 on page 10, resides on the
ReadyBoard and glows when power is turned on and goes dark when the ReadyPanel
power is turned off.
Storage Activity
LED This yellow activity indicator, shown in Figure 2-1 on page 10, resides on the ReadyBoard and flickers when IDE or compact flash card activity occurs in the
ReadyPanel.
Reset Button Press this reset button, momentarily, to reset the ReadyPanel (hard reset). This button
resides on the ReadyBoard.
Compact Flash
Cover and Slot This compact flash cover and slot (not shown) protects the compact flash card if installed, and ensures good EMI shielding for the ReadyPanel.
Compact Flash
Socket (not shown) The compact flash socket is provided on the underside of the ReadyBoard and accepts the compact flash card through the compact flash slot.
NOTE If you wish to connect a Hard Disk Drive (HDD) Floppy Disk
Drive (FDD) or CD-ROM to the ReadyPanel, you can use one of
the USB ports to connect the device.
USB 0 (top), USB 1 (bottom)
Compact Flash
VGA
10/100 Ethernet (LAN 1)
Mouse/Keyboard
Power LED
Reset Button
Serial 1 (COM1)
Serial 2 (COM2)
Storage Activity LED
Audio Line Out
DC Power In

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Connecting the Power Supply
Figure 1-4. Angle View of ReadyPanel I/O Panel
8) Connect the DC
Power In adapter
cable.
•Plug in the DC Power In adapter cable, provided with the ReadyPanel, to the
DC Power In connector on the ReadyPanel. See Figure 1-3.
Note: Using an ATX power supply requires the PS-ON signal grounded
to power on.
9) Connect the power
supply.
•Plug in the free end of the power adapter cable to an ATX or AT power sup-
ply.
DC Power In
Adapter Cable

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Applying Power to the ReadyPanel
10) Power up the
ReadyPanel.
•Plug in the ATX/AT/Lab power supply to the AC outlet.
•Turn on the power supply.
11) Verify the
ReadyPanel satisfactorily
powers on.
•Verify the ReadyPanel passes POST successfully.
•Wait for the OS to load as shown below, and the touch controls to appear on the
touch screen, providing you the ability to load your applications onto the com-
pact flash card.
Note: If the OS does not load, an error message will appear: “Disk boot
failure, insert system disk and press enter” near the end of the boot
process.
•Press R to reboot the system and try again or press S to enter the BIOS
Setup utility.
NOTE The GNU GRUB boot loader screen will continue to display indefinitely unless
you execute one of the listed options.
12) Using the
Operating
System (OS)
•Refer to the desired OS manual (Ampro’s Linux or OS Manufacturer’s) that
may or may not be provided with the ReadyPanel—depending on licensing
agreements.
•If you require drivers not installed on the compact flash, refer to the Ready-
Board Support Software CD-ROM, if available, for additional drivers and
instructions.
RdySy2U_24a
GNU GRUB version 0.95 (632k lower/250768 upper memory)
Fedora Core (2.6.9-xxx)
Use the and keys to select which entry is highlighted.
Press Enter to boot the selected OS, ‘e’ to edit the
commands before booting, ‘a’ to modify the kernel
arguments before booting, or ‘c’ for a command-line.
(The Linux 2.6 OS is shown as an example.)
RdyPnl 1_05a

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Chapter 2 ReadyPanel Components
This chapter discusses components inside the ReadyPanel enclosure. These components include the
memory, display power inverter, touch screen controller card, cables, and the ReadyBoard Single Board
Computer (SBC).
ReadyPanel Assembly Procedures
The following procedures describe how to gain access to the ReadyPanel internal components and
the ReadyBoard memory.
Tools Required
Use these tools to install and remove components into or out of the ReadyPanel enclosure.
• Phillips #2 screwdriver
• Anti-static service kit - Use a complete anti-static service kit (or the equivalent) to remove or
install the ReadyBoard. A complete anti-static service kit should include a static-dissipating
work surface, a chassis clip lead, and a wrist or ankle strap.
Opening the ReadyPanel Enclosure
Always use the following procedure when gaining access to the ReadyPanel’s internal
components.
To remove the cover of the ReadyPanel
1. Initiate a shut down sequence through the OS, or hold in the reset switch for 4-6 seconds to turn off
power. See Figure 1-3 on page 5.
2. Make sure the power LED on the front panel is completely inactive. See Figure 1-3 on page 5.
3. Disconnect the power cable from the DC Power In connector of the I/O panel.
4. Remove the cover from the ReadyPanel enclosure. See Figure 2-1.
a. Turn over the ReadyPanel so that the touch screen faces down on an anti-static surface.
b. Remove the four cover screws that mount the cover to the enclosure.
c. Lift the cover up from the enclosure.
d. Unplug the fan cable from the fan connector on the ReadyBoard.
e. Set aside the cover and screws for later re-installation.
NOTE Refer to the specific ReadyBoard Reference Manual for more information than
this chapter provides.
CAUTION Components on the ReadyBoard are sensitive to static electricity and can
be easily damaged by improper handling. Do the following when
handling the ReadyBoard.
Always use an anti-static wrist/ankle strap and a grounding mat.
Before you handle the ReadyBoard, touch a grounded, unpainted metal
surface to discharge any static electricity.

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Figure 2-1. Exploded View of ReadyPanel Assembly with Cover and Screws
Cover
Screws
Cover
Screws
Fan
Cable

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Replacing the ReadyPanel Memory
The ReadyPanel has one SODIMM slot labeled DIMM1 on the under surface of the
ReadyBoard. The ReadyPanel supports a range of SODIMMs depending on the ReadyBoard it
contains. For memory specifications, refer to the specific ReadyBoard Reference Manual.
To Remove the SODIMM from the ReadyPanel (See Figure 2-2 and Figure 2-3)
1. Make sure the ReadyPanel has been shut down and disconnected from the power source.
2. Remove the ReadyPanel cover as decribed in “Opening the ReadyPanel Enclosure” on page 9.
3. Remove the two chassis mounting screws located below the I/O panel.
4. Disconnect the touch screen flex cable from the touch screen controller card and feed it out of the cable
slot at the bottom of the chassis.
5. Disconnect the display power cable from the display inverter.
6. Lift the chassis assembly from the enclosure.
CAUTION To prevent damage to the SODIMM, use good anti-static principles while
performing these procedures.

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Figure 2-2. Exploded View of Enclosure with Chassis and Board
7. Remove the SODIMM through the cutout in the bottom of the chassis shown in Figure 2-3.
Chassis Mounting Screws
(at the bottom edge of the
enclosure)
Display
Power
Cable
Touch Screen
Flex Cable
Cable Slot
Touch Screen
Controller Card
Display
Inverter
Chassis

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Figure 2-3. Bottom view of Chassis with SODIMM in Socket
To Install the SODIMM into the ReadyPanel
1. Make sure the ReadyPanel has been shut down and disconnected from the power source.
2. Follow the steps in the previous section to gain access to the SODIMM socket.
3. Install the SODIMM into the socket as shown in Figure 2-3.
Chassis
SODIMM

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Appendix A Technical Support
Ampro Computers, Inc. provides a number of methods for contacting Technical Support listed in the Table
A-1 below. Requests for support through Ask an Expert are given the highest priority, and usually will be
addressed within one working day.
•Ampro Ask an Expert – This is a comprehensive support center designed to meet all your technical
needs. This service is free and available 24 hours a day through the Ampro web site at http://
ampro.custhelp.com. This includes a searchable database of Frequently Asked Questions, which will
help you with the common information requested by most customers. This is a good source of
information to look at first for your technical solutions. However, you must register online if you wish
to use the Ask a Question feature.
•Personal Assistance – You may also request personal assistance by creating an Ask an Expert account
and then going to the Ask a Question feature. Requests can be submitted 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.
You will receive immediate confirmation that your request has been entered followed by an e-mail
response. Once you have submitted your request, you must log in to My Stuff where you can check
status, update your request, and access other features.
•InfoCenter – This service is also free and available 24 hours a day at the Ampro web site at http://
www.ampro.com. However, you must sign up online before you can log in to access this service.
The InfoCenter was created as a resource for embedded system developers to share Ampro's
knowledge, insight, and expertise. This page contains links to White Papers, Specifications, and
additional technical information.
Table A-1. Technical Support Contact Information
Method Contact Information
Ask an Expert http://ampro.custhelp.com
Web Site http://www.ampro.com
Standard Mail Ampro Computers, Incorporated
5215 Hellyer Avenue
San Jose, CA 95138-1007, USA

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