Aplex ARCHMI-9 Series User manual

ARCHMI-9XX Series
12.1”, 15”, 15.6”, 17”, 18.5”, 19”, and 21.5”Intel 4th Gen. Core i3/i5,
Fanless Industrial Compact Size Panel PC
User Manual
Release Date Revision
Oct.2018 V1.6
®2018 Aplex Technology, Inc. All Rights Reserved. Published in Taiwan
Aplex Technology, Inc.
15F-1, No.186, Jian Yi Road, Zhonghe District, New Taipei City 235, Taiwan
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Revision History
Reversion
Date
Description
0.1
2015/04/22
For Preliminary Release
0.2
2015/05/27
Modify Motherboard Description
1.0
2015/07/21
Official Version, add 12.1”and Mount Description
1.1
2016/02/02
Modify CPU Spec. to i3/i5, 15”and 17”LCD Spec., AMT
driver to MEI driver, Dimension, and OS Support Spec.;
Add Power Consumption and Net Weight Specification,
and add UPS battery for option
1.2
2016/02/26
Modify OS Support Spec.
1.3
2016/03/30
Modify the pin number of S_232/S_422 at page 32
1.4
2016/10/04
Add 19”HMI, Modify 15.6”back cover image
1.5
2017/05/23
Remove SD card slot
1.6
2018/10/09
IP Rating change from 65 to 66

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Warning!________________________
Caution
Risk of explosion if the battery is replaced with an incorrect type.
Batteries should be recycled where possible. Disposal of used batteries must be in
accordance with local environmental regulations.
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.
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 Class A computing 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.
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:
□Adaptor
□Driver & manual CD disc
□Other.___________________(please specify)

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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
Revision History…………………………………………………………………………………………………….1
Warning!/Caution/Disclaimer..............................…………………………….……………………2
Packing List…………………………………….…………………………………………………....................3
Safety Precautions…………………………………………………..…..……………………....................4
Chapter 1 Getting Started
1.1 Features……..…………………..………………………...…………………………..7
1.2 Specifications…..………………...………………………………………………….7
1.3 Dimensions……..…………………....………………………………………...….10
1.4 Brief Description of ARCHMI-9XX…..….…..……………………….……14
1.5 Installation of HDD………….…………..………..…...…………………..…..18
1.6 VESA Mounting……………….…………..………..…...…………………..…..20
1.7 Panel Mounting…..………….…………..………..…...…………………..…..20
Chapter 2 Hardware
2.1 Mainboard Introduction…………………….....…………………………....20
2.2 Specifications…………………………..…………..………………………………20
2.3 Jumpers and Connectors Location……….……………………………...24
2.4 Jumpers Setting and Connectors…………..………………………..……25
Chapter 3 BIOS Setup
3.1 Operations after POST Screen…...……..……...…………………………56
3.2 BIOS Setup Utility……………………………..………………………………….56
3.3 Main Settings…………………………………..…..………………………………57
3.4 Advanced Settings………………………………………….…………………...58
3.5 Chipset Settings…………………………….………….………………………...62
3.6 Boot Settings……..…………………………..……………….…………………..64
3.7 Security Settings…..………………….…….…………….……………………..65
3.8 Save & Exit Settings………………………..……………..…………………....66
Chapter 4 Installation of Drivers
4.1 Intel (R) CORE TM SoC Chipset..……....……...………….………………69
4.2 Intel (R) VGA Chipset……………………..………………………….……......71
4.3 Intel (R) LAN Driver………..……………..…………………………..………...74
4.4 Realtek ALC662 HD Audio Driver....………………………………………77
4.5 USB 3.0 Driver……………………………..……………………………………….79
4.6 Intel (R) MEI Driver….………………….……………………………………….82

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Chapter 5 Touch Screen Installation
5.1 Windows 7/8/8.1 Universal Driver Installation for PenMount
6000 Series…………………………………………………………………………85
5.2 Software Functions……………………..……………………………………..95
Figures
Figure 1.1: Dimensions of ARCHMI-912(P)……….……….………………………….10
Figure 1.2: Dimensions of ARCHMI-915(P)……….……….……………………….…10
Figure 1.3: Dimensions of ARCHMI-916(P)………………….……..………….….…11
Figure 1.4: Dimensions of ARCHMI-917(P)……………………………………………11
Figure 1.5: Dimensions of ARCHMI-918(P)……………………………………………12
Figure 1.6: Dimensions of ARCHMI-919(P)……………………………………………12
Figure 1.7: Dimensions of ARCHMI-921(P)……………………………………………13
Figure 1.8: Front View of ARCHMI-9XX Series………………………………………14
Figure 1.9: Rear View of ARCHMI-912(P)………………………………………………15
Figure 1.10: Rear View of ARCHMI-915(P)………………….………………………..15
Figure 1.11: Rear View of ARCHMI-916(P)…………….……………………………..16
Figure 1.12: Rear View of ARCHMI-917(P)……….……………………………….….16
Figure 1.13: Rear View of ARCHMI-918(P)…………………………………………...17
Figure 1.14: Rear View of ARCHMI-919(P)……………………………………………17
Figure 1.15: Rear View of ARCHMI-921(P)…..……………………………………....17
Figure 1.16: ARCHMI Series VESA Mounting.…………………………………….…19
Figure 1.17: ARCHMI Series Panel Mounting………………………………………..19
Figure 2.1: Motherboard Dimensions…………………………………………………..23
Figure 2.2: Jumpers and Connectors Location-Board Top……………………..24
Figure 2.3: Jumpers and Connectors Location-Board Bottom……………….24

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Chapter 1 Getting Started
1.1 Features
12.1” 15”/15.6”/17”/18.5”/19”/21.5”Industrial Compact Size Panel PC
Flat front panel touch screen and fanless design
Aluminum die-casting chassis for ARCHMI-916(P)
Intel 4th Gen. Core i3 CPU built-in/i5(option)
Onboard 4GB DDR 3L 1600 MHz/8GB(option)
9~36VDC wide-ranging power input
IP66 compliant front panel
Optional projected capacitive touchscreen support 7H anti-scratch surface
1.2 Specifications
ARCHMI-9XX
System
CPU
Onboard Intel 4th Gen. Core i3 CPU Processors/i5(option)
Chipset
SoC
Memory
Onboard DDR3L 1600 MHz/8GB(option)
IO Port
USB
2 x USB 3.0 type A
Serial/Parallel
1 x RS-232 DB-9, COM2
1 x RS-232/422/485 DB-9, COM1, Default RS-232
Audio
1 x Audio Line Out
LAN
2 x GbE LAN RJ-45
Power
1 x 3-pin DC Power Input terminal
1 x 2-pin connector for power on/off button
Option
2 x RS-232 DB-9 + 1 x Mini-PCIe slot via TB-528C2ME1
2 x CAN bus via TB-528CAN2
2 x USB 2.0 type A + 1 x Mini-PCIe slot + 1 x RS-232 DB-9 + 1 x Power button via
TB-528C1U2P1
2 x USB 2.0 type A via TB-528U2
UPS Battery 21W/10.8V/1.95Ah(3S1P)
UPS Battery and TB-528 expansion board can’t be used in the same time for
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Storage Space
Storage
1 x 2.5”SATA HDD bay for SATA HDD (Easy Accessible)
Expansion
Expansion Slot
1 x Internal Mini-PCIe slot full size
Touch Screen –Resistive Touch Window Type
TS Control
PenMount 6000 on Board
Interface
USB
Light Transmission
Over 80%
Touch Screen –Projected Capacitive Type
TS Control
Chip on tail
Interface
USB
Light Transmission
Over 90%
Power
Power Input
9~36V DC
Mechanical
Front Bezel
Flat Bezel Design
Front Bezel Metal
Aluminum / Panel Mounting
Rear Panel Metal
Aluminum / VESA Mount 100 x 100
Chassis Color
RAL 9007
IP Rating
Front Panel IP66
Operating System Support
OS Support
Windows Embedded Compact 7, Windows Embedded Standard 7, Windows 7
Pro(FES), Windows 7 Ultimate(FES), Windows Embedded 8 Standard, Windows
Embedded 8.1 Industry Pro, Windows 10 IoT
Environmental
Operating
Temperature
0~50°C
Storage Temperature
-20~60°C
Storage Humidity
10 to 90% @ 40°C , non-condensing
Certification
CE / FCC Class A, UL

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ARCHMI-912(P)
ARCHMI-915(P)
ARCHMI-916(P)
ARCHMI-917(P)
Display
Display Type
12.1”TFT LCD
15”TFT LCD
15.6”TFT LCD
17”TFT LCD
Max. Resolution
800 x 600
1024 x 768
1366 x 768
1280 x 1024
Max. Color
16.2M
16.7M
16.7M
16.2M
Luminance(cd/m²)
450
460
300
350
Contrast Ratio
800 : 1
800 : 1
500 : 1
1000 : 1
Viewing angle
160(H)/140(V)
160(H)/140(V)
160(H)/160(V)
170(H)/160(V)
Backlight Lifetime
50,000 hrs
60,000 hrs
50,000 hrs
30,000 hrs
Power Consumption
Power Consumption
MAX: 19.6W(912)
MAX: 22.3W(912P)
MAX: 29.4W(915)
MAX: 28W(915P)
MAX: 31W(916)
MAX: 30W(916P)
MAX: 29.8W(917)
MAX: 30.2W(917P)
Mechanical
Dimensions(mm)
319 x 245 x 51.7
410 x 310 x 54.7
412 x 277.5 x 58.9
439 x 348 x 64.8
Net Weight
2.7 Kg
4.4 Kg
5.0 Kg
6.1 Kg
ARCHMI-918(P)
ARCHMI-919(P)
ARCHMI-921(P)
Display
Display Type
18.5” TFT LCD
19”TFT LCD
21.5”TFT LCD
Max. Resolution
1366 x 768
1280 x 1024
1920 x 1080
Max. Color
16.7M
16.7M
16.7M
Luminance(cd/m²)
300
350
250
Contrast Ratio
1000 : 1
1000: 1
3000 : 1
Viewing angle
170(H)/160(V)
170(H) / 165(V)
178(H)/178(V)
Backlight Lifetime
50,000 hrs
50,000 hrs
30,000 hrs
Power Consumption
Power Consumption
MAX: 41.6W(918)
MAX: 42.9W(918P)
MAX: 36.4W(919)
MAX: 36.4W(919P)
MAX: 33.3W(921)
MAX: 33.3W(921P)
Mechanical
Dimensions(mm)
499.6 x 314. 6 x72
468 x 380 x 64.8
557 x 362 x 64.8
Net Weight
6.6 Kg
5.9 Kg
7.5 Kg

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1.3 Dimensions
Figure 1.1: Dimensions of ARCHMI-912(P)
Figure 1.2: Dimensions of ARCHMI-915(P)

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Figure 1.3: Dimensions of ARCHMI-916(P)
Figure 1.4: Dimensions of ARCHMI-917(P)

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Figure 1.5: Dimensions of ARCHMI-918(P)
Figure 1.6: Dimensions of ARCHMI-919(P)

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Figure 1.7: Dimensions of ARCHMI-921(P)

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1.4 Brief Description of ARCHMI-9XX
There are 12.1”, 15”, 15.6”, 17”, 18.5”, 19”and 21.5”Industrial Compact Size
Panel PC in ARCHMI-9XX series, which comes with flat front panel touch screen and
fanless design. It is powered by Intel 4th Gen. Core i3/i5(option) CPU Processors, 4GB
DDR3L 1600 MHz (8GB is for option). ARCHMI series is 9~36V DC wide-ranging power
input and IP66 compliant front panel. Optional projected capacitive touch support
7H anti-scratch surface is ideal for use as PC-based controller for Industrial
Automation & Factory Automation.
Figure 1.8: Front View of ARCHMI-9XX Series

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Figure 1.9: Rear View of ARCHMI-912(P)
Figure 1.10: Rear View of ARCHMI-915(P)

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Figure 1.11: Rear View of ARCHMI-916(P)
Figure 1.12: Rear View of ARCHMI-917(P)

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Figure 1.13: Rear View of ARCHMI -918(P)
Figure 1.14: Rear View of ARCHMI -919(P)
Figure 1.15: Rear View of ARCHMI-921(P)

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1.5 Installation of HDD
Step 1
There are 2 screws to deal with when
enclosing or removing the chassis.
Gently remove 2 screws.
Step 2
You can put or remove HDD into the
machine by pulling the HDD bracket.
Step 3
You can remove HDD by unscrewing 4
screws in the HDD bracket.
Note: 4 screws are packed in the packing
package.

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1.6 VESA Mounting
The ARCHMI series is designed to be VESA mounted as shown in Picture. Just
carefully place the unit through the hole and tighten the given screws from the rear
to secure the mounting.
Figure 1.16: ARCHMI Series VESA Mounting
1.7 Panel Mounting
There are four holes located along the four sides of the HMI. Insert the clamp from
the four sides and tighten them with the nuts provided.
Figure 1.17: ARCHMI Series Panel Mounting