Artila Matrix-505 User manual

Matrix-505
Linux ARM9 Industry Box Computer
User Guide
Version 1.0
Copyright © Artila Electronics Co., Ltd. All Rights Reserved.

Table of Contents
1. Introduction................................................................................................................ 1
1.1 Features.............................................................................................................................. 1
1.2 Packing List......................................................................................................................... 1
1.3 Optional Accessory............................................................................................................. 1
2. Layout......................................................................................................................... 2
3. Pin Assignment and Definition.................................................................................. 3
3.1 USB Port............................................................................................................................. 3
3.2 Reset Button ....................................................................................................................... 3
3.3 Power LED.......................................................................................................................... 3
3.4 Ready LED.......................................................................................................................... 3
3.5 Link / Act LED ..................................................................................................................... 3
3.6 Serial Port LED ................................................................................................................... 3
3.7 Serial Port ........................................................................................................................... 4
3.8 Serial Console Port: (JP1) .................................................................................................. 4
3.9 Power Connector ................................................................................................................ 5
3.10 Ethernet Port....................................................................................................................... 5
3.11 Factory Default Settings...................................................................................................... 5
3.12 Power on and System Boot up ........................................................................................... 6
3.13 Inittab and Run Levels ........................................................................................................ 6
3.14 Default Started Service....................................................................................................... 6
3.15 Network Settings................................................................................................................. 7
3.16 Insert Kernel Module........................................................................................................... 7
3.17 File System ......................................................................................................................... 8
3.18 Devices List......................................................................................................................... 8
3.19 Utility Software.................................................................................................................... 8
3.20 Mounting External Storage Memory ................................................................................... 9
3.21 Welcome Message ............................................................................................................. 9
3.22 Web Page Directory............................................................................................................ 9

3.23 Adjust the System Time.................................................................................................... 10
3.24 SSH Console..................................................................................................................... 10
3.25 Putty Console Software .................................................................................................... 10
3.26 ipkg Package Software Management............................................................................... 10
3.27 Install GNU Toolchain....................................................................................................... 11
3.28 Getting Started with the Hello Program ............................................................................ 12
3.29 Auto Start Program on Boot.............................................................................................. 12
4. Artila Utility Software................................................................................................13
4.1 update............................................................................................................................... 13
4.2 setuart............................................................................................................................... 13
4.3 version............................................................................................................................... 13
4.4 setconsole......................................................................................................................... 14
5. Loader Menu..............................................................................................................15
6. Frequently Asked Question......................................................................................16
6.1 Forgot Password............................................................................................................... 16
6.2 Forgot the IP Address....................................................................................................... 16
6.3 System Fail to Boot........................................................................................................... 16
7. System Recovery ......................................................................................................17
7.1 Update Image.................................................................................................................... 17
7.2 Make Filesystem............................................................................................................... 17
7.3 Recovery Env.................................................................................................................... 17
7.4 Show Info.......................................................................................................................... 17
7.5 Reboot............................................................................................................................... 17
7.6 Update Image Starts......................................................................................................... 18
7.7 Update Image Completes ................................................................................................. 18
7.8 Make Files System Starts ................................................................................................. 18
8. Appendix....................................................................................................................19
8.1 Utility Collection................................................................................................................. 19
8.2 ipkg Software Package Management............................................................................... 19

Matrix-505 User Guide
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1. Introduction
Matrix-505 is a Linux ready, ARM9-based embedded computer. Its lower power and robust design
concept makes it an ideal industrial computer platform for harsh environment. The Linux OS and file
system are pre-installed in the on-board Flash memory and the GNU tool chain coming with Matrix-505
is ready for your application development.
1.1 Features
Atmel AT91SAM9G45 ARM Processor 400MHz
32-KByte Data Cache and 32-KByte Instruction Cache
128MB DDR RAM, 256MB NAND Flash on board
Two independent 10/100Mbps Ethernet ports
Two USB 2.0 high speed (480 Mbps) Host ports
One software configurable RS-232/422/485 port and three RS-232/485 ports
One USB client port
One microSD socket
9 to 48VDC power input
Pre-installed Linux 2.6.38 kernel and file system
GNU toolchain available in Artila web
Optional DIN RAIL mounting adaptor
1.2 Packing List
Matrix-505 is shipped with following items:
Matrix-505
Artila Matrix toolchain, installation guide, utility software, device driver and example programs
1.3 Optional Accessory
CB-RJ45F9-150 (91-R45F9-150): Serial Cable (RJ45 to DB9 Female, 150cm)
CB-PHDF9-050 (91-PHDF9-050): Console Cable (Wafer Box to DB9 Female, 50cm)
DK-35A (36-DK35A-000): DIN RAIL Mounting Kit
PWR-12V-1A (31-62100-000): 110~240VAC to 12VDC 1A Power Adaptor