Aplex APC-3215 User manual

APC-3x15 User Manual 1
APC-3215/3515/3715/3915
Panel PC User Manual
ReleaseDate _ Revision
Oct. 2007 V0.1
®2005 Aplex Technology, Inc. All Rights Reserved. Published in Taiwan
Aplex Technology, Inc.
9F-5, No. 2, Jian Pa Road, Chung Ho City, Taipei County, Taiwan
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Warning!___________________________________
This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and if not installed and
used in accordance with the instructions manual, it may cause interference to radio communications.
It has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a ClassAcomputing device pursuant to
FCC Rules, which are designed to provide reasonable protection against such interference when
operated in a commercial environment. Operation of this equipment in a residential area is likely
to cause interference in which case the user at his own expense will be required to take whatever
measures may be required to correct the interference.
Disclaimer
This information in this document is subject to change without notice. In no event shall Aplex Technology
Inc. be liable for damages of any kind, whether incidental or consequential, arising from either the use or
misuse of information in this document or in any related materials.
Electric Shock Hazard – Do not operate the machine with its back cover removed. There are
dangerous high voltages inside.

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Packing List
Accessories (as ticked) included in this package are:
□ AC power cable
□ Driver & manual CD disc
□ Other.___________________(please specify)
Safety Precautions
Follow the messages below to prevent your systems from damage:
◆ Avoid your system from static electricity on all occasions.
◆Prevent electric shock. Don‘t touch any components of this card when the card is
power-on. Always disconnect power when the system is not in use.
◆Disconnect power when you change any hardware devices. For instance, when you
connect a jumper or install any cards, a surge of power may damage the electronic
components or the whole system.

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Table of Contents______________________
Warning!…………………………………………………………………………….……..….2
Disclaimer………………………………………………………………….…………………2
Packing List…………………………………………………………………………………..3
Safety Precautions…………………………………………………………………………..3
Chapter1 GettingStarted
1.1 Specifications……………………………………….……………………..6
1.2 Dimensions………………………………...………………………….......8
1.3 Installation of CD-ROM & HDD…………………………………….…..12
1.4 Installation of PCI Addon………………………………………………..14
1.5 Brief Description…………………………………………………….……16
1.6 Panel Mounting…………………………………………………………..17
Chapter2 Hardware
2.1 Mainboard………………..…….……………………………………..…..18
2.2 Installations…….…………………………………….…………………...19
2.2.1 Installing CPU…….……………………...………………………….....19
2.2.2 Installing Memory………………………………………………..….....20
2.2.3 Installing Jumper…………………………………………………….....20
2.2.4 Connectors on Mainboard……………….…………………………....23
Chapter3 BIOSSetup
3.1 BIOS Setup………….…………..…………………………………..…...…38
BIOS Introduction………………………………………………………...38
BIOS Setup………………………………………………………………38
Standard CMOS Setup…………………………………..…...40
Advanced BIOS Features……………...………………………….......43
Advanced Chipset Features…………………………………………...46
Integrated Peripherals………..……………………………....49
Power Management Setup………………………………………..53
PnP/PCI Configuration………….………………….……….………....56
PC Health Status…………………………………………………….....57
Frequency/Voltage Control…………………………………………..58
Load Fail-Safe-Defaults….………………….………………...……....59
Load Optimized Defaults……...…………………………...................59

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Set Supervisor Password………………………………..…...............59
Save & Exit Setup………………………………………………….…59
Exit without Saving……….………………….……….…………….…59
Chapter4 InstallationofDrivers
4.1 Intel Chipset Software Installation Utility.………………………………61
4.2 VGA Driver Installation……..………………...………………………..63
4.3 AC97 Codec Audio Driver Installation….……………………………….65
4.4 LAN Drivers Installation………………………………..…………………66
Chapter5 TouchScreenInstallation
5.1 Introduction to Controller Board..…………………………..……………68
5.2 Windows 2000/XP USB Driver Installation for 5000 Boards………..….68
5.3 Uninstall Windows 2000/XP USB Driver………………..………………..81
Figures
Figure 1.1: APC-3213 Dimensions……………………………………..…....8
Figure 1.2: APC-3513 Dimensions…………………………………………..9
Figure 1.3: APC-3713 Dimensions………………………………………….10
Figure 1.4: APC-3913 Dimensions………………………………………….11
Figure 1.5: Front View ……………………………………………………….16
Figure 1.6: Rear View………………………………………………………...16
Figure 1.7: Panel Mounting…………………………………………………..17
Figure 2.1: Mainboard Overview………………………………………….....18
Figure 2.2 Installation of CPU………………………………………………..19
Figure 2.3 Installation of Memory Module……………………………..……20
Figure 2.4 Location of Jumpers……………………………………..............21
Figure 2.5 Location of Connectors……………………………………….…..24
Figure 5.1 Birdeye’s View of Control Board…………………………………68

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Chapter1 System
1.1 Specifications
Specs APC-3215 APC-3515 APC-3715 APC-3915
CPU Socket 478 Intel® Core™ Duo, up to 2.33GHz
Cache 2MB
Chipset Mobile Intel® 945GM Express + ICH7M
Processor Side Bus Freq. 533MHz/667MHz FSB
System Memory DDR2 667/533 SDRAM DIMM x2 (w/o ECC function), Max. 4GB
Display Size 12.1” 800x600 TFT
LCD
15” 1024x768 TFT
LCD
17” 1280x1024
TFT LCD
19” 1280x1024 TFT
LCD
Maximum Colors 262K 16.2M 16.2M 16.2M
ViewingAngle (Degree) 55(left), 55(right),
35(up), 50(down)
60(left), 60(right),
40(up), 60(down)
70(left), 70(right),
63(up), 67(down)
80(left), 80(right),
75(up), 85(down)
Luminance (cd/m²) 300 350 300 420
Backlight Lifetime 50,000 Hours
Rating NEMA 4/IP65 certified Front Bezel
Touch Screen Type 8-Wire Resistive (optional)
Serial Port 1 x COM Port
USB Port 4 x USB2.0 Port
Serial ATA Parts ICH7M Built-in SATA controller, supports 2 ports
1394 Port TI TSB43LV22(dual port)
Storage 1 x 2.5” HDD or 1 x CF by TB-405 (Optional), 1 x Slim CD-ROM/DVD Combo
Keyboard & Mouse 1 x PS/2 Keyboard and Mouse Connectors
Digital I/O 4 in/4 out (optional)
BIOS Award 4Mbit BIOS, supportACPI Function
Watchdog Timer 256 levels
LAN 1 x 10/100 BaseT LAN, 1 x PCI Express Gigabit LAN
VGA 1 x external VGA, 945GM built-in
Expansion Slot 2 x PCI Expansion Slot
IDE Interface ICH7M built-in one channel Ultra DMA33/66/100,CF
Audio ICH7M Built-in Audio controller +
AC97 CodecALC655 w/ 6 channels (Line-out, Line-in, Mic.)
Power Supply 220W/ 0.8U ATX/AC
Construction and Color Steel Chassis and Beige
Dimensions (WxHxD) 390 x 265 x 111 410 x 310 x 111 457 x 355 x 123 484 x 400 x 139.5

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Operating Temperature 0~60℃(32℉~140℉)
Storage Temperature -20℃~ 80℃(-68℉~176℉)
Relative Humidity 10%~90% (non-condensing)
Vibration 5~17Hz, 0.1” double amplitude displacement
17~640Hz, 1.5G acceleration peak to peak
Shock 10G acceleration peak to peak (11 millimeters)

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1.2 Dimensions
Figure 1.1: Dimensions of the APC-3215

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Figure 1.2: Dimensions of the APC-3515

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Figure 1.3: Dimensions of the APC-3715

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Figure 1.4: Dimensions of the APC-3915

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1.3 Installation of CD-ROM & HDD
There are 8 screws to deal with when
enclosing or removing the chassis.
Shown in the picture are the four
screws (as circled in red) that tighten or
loosen the bracket where the CD-ROM
is placed underneath. On top of the
bracket is where the HDD is placed. To
remove the CD-ROM, the HDD has to
be removed first.
Now slide the HDD into the bracket as
shown in the picture. After that, connect
the HDD to the 44-pin black IDE by
means of the cable, making sure the
red stripe of the cable is connected to
the pin 1 of the connector of the HDD
CD-ROM
Both of 2 at the right side

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The red circles shown in the picture are
the screws that put the CD-ROM in
place. The arrows shown are where the
HDD, which is just placed on top of the
CD-ROM, is tightened.

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1.4 Installation of PCI Addon
Shown in the picture are the two PCI
expansion slots as circled. They can be
inserted with any addon for expanded
functions.
Now slide the addon into the PCI slot,
making sure the golden part faces the
slot. When both parts that are
interfaced together come into the right
contact, slightly push the addon into the
rail of the slot. This shows the addon is
already completely connected.
After sliding the addon into the PCI
expansion slot, get the two screws as
circled tightened to finish the
connection.

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To finish the job, just fasten the 8
screws as shown in the picture.
Both of 2 at the right side

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1.5 Brief Description of the APC-3215/3515/3715/3915
The APC-3215/3515/3715/3915 is a rugged, compact and panel-mount industrial PC, which comes
with a 12-inch (luminance of 300 cd/m²)/15-inch (luminance of 350 cd/m²)/17-inch (luminance of 300
cd/m²)/19-inch (luminance of 420 cd/m²) TFT LCD. It is powered by an Intel® Core™ Duo, up to
2.33GHz processor. The industrial panel PC also features two PCI expansion slots, one COM port,
four USB 2.0 ports, one 2.5” HDD, one slim CD-ROM/DVD Combo, Universal AC power of 100~240V,
etc. It is ideal for use as a PC-based controller for Automotive, Logistic Process, Materials Handling,
and Kiosk applications.
Figure 1.5: Front View of APC-3215/3515/3715/3915
Figure 1.6: Rear View of APC-3215/3515/3715/3915
VGA
PS/2 Mouse COM LAN
2 x USB Audio Power Switch
Power LEDHDD LEDReset
SPDIF Out
TV-Out
PS/2 KB
AC Power
GbE LAN
2 x USB
1394
COM
SPDIF Out

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1.6 Panel Mounting of the APC-3215/3515/3715/3915
The APC-3215/3515/3715/3915 panel PC is designed to be panel-mounted as shown in Figure 1.6.
Just carefully place the unit through the hole and tighten the given 8 screws from the rear to secure
the mounting.
Figure 1.6: Panel mounting of the APC-3215/3515/3715/3915

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Chapter2 Hardware
2.1 Mainboard
Figure 2.1: Mainboard Overview

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2.2 Installations
This section provides information on how to use the jumpers and connectors on the mainboard in
order to set up a workable system.
2.2.1 Installing the CPU
The mainboard supports a Socket 478MT (Napa) processor socket for Intel® CoreTM 2 Duo , Intel®
CoreTM Duo and Intel® CoreTM Solo mobile processors.
The processor socket comes with a screw to secure the processor. As shown in the left picture below,
loosen the screw first before inserting the processor. Place the processor into the socket by making
sure the notch on the corner of the CPU corresponds with the notch on the inside of the socket. Once
the processor has slide into the socket, fasten the screw. Refer to the figures below.
Figure 2.2: Installation of CPU
Note:
Ensure that the CPU heat sink and the CPU top surface are in total contact to avoid CPU overheating
problem that would cause your system to hang or be unstable.

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2.2.2 Installing the Memory
The mainboard supports two DDR2 memory socket for a maximum total memory of 4GB in DDR2
memory type.
Installing and Removing Memory Modules
To install the DDR2 modules, locate the memory slot on the board and perform the following steps:
1. Hold the DDR2 module so that the key of the DDR2 module align with those on the memory slot.
2. Gently push the DDR2 module in an upright position until the clips of the slot close to hold the DDR2
module in place when the DDR2 module touches the bottom of the slot.
3. To remove the DDR2 module, press the clips with both hands.
Figure 2.3: Installation of Memory Module
2.2.3 Installing the Jumpers
Jumpers are used on MB899 to select various settings and features according to your needs and
applications. Contact your supplier if you have doubts about the best configuration for your needs. The
following lists the connectors on MB899 and their respective functions.
Jumper Locations on Mainboard
JP2: CPU FSB Selection (reserved)
JP5: LCD Panel Power Selection
JP6: 1394 EPROM Write Selection
JP7: Clear CMOS Setting
JP8: Compact Flash Slave/Master Selection