Asus AAEON RDS-1000 User manual

Last Updated: November 7, 2018
RDS-1000
5-Bay Tablet Charger
User’s Manual 1st Ed

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5-Bay Tablet Charger RDS-1000
Copyright Notice
This document is copyrighted, 2018. All rights are reserved. The original manufacturer
reserves the right to make improvements to 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 the original
manufacturer. Information provided in this manual is intended to be accurate and
reliable. However, the original manufacturer assumes no responsibility for its use, or
for any infringements upon the rights of third parties that may result from its use.
The material in this document is for product information only and is subject to change
without notice. While reasonable efforts have been made in the preparation of this
document to assure its accuracy, AAEON assumes no liabilities resulting from errors or
omissions in this document, or from the use of the information contained herein.
AAEON reserves the right to make changes in the product design without notice to its
users.

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5-Bay Tablet Charger RDS-1000
Acknowledgement
All other products’ name or trademarks are properties of their respective owners.
Cortex is the registered trademark of ARM Holdings
Android is the trademark of Google Inc.
All other product names or trademarks are properties of their respective owners.

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5-Bay Tablet Charger RDS-1000
Packing List
Before setting up your product, please make sure the following items have been
shipped:
Item
Quantity
RDS-1000
1
AC/DC power adapter
1
If any of these items are missing or damaged, please contact your distributor or sales
representative immediately.

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5-Bay Tablet Charger RDS-1000
About this Document
This User’s Manual contains all the essential information, such as detailed descriptions
and explanations on the product’s hardware and software features (if any), its
specifications, dimensions, jumper/connector settings/definitions, and driver
installation instructions (if any), to facilitate users in setting up their product.
Users may refer to the AAEON.com for the latest version of this document.

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5-Bay Tablet Charger RDS-1000
Safety Precautions
Please read the following safety instructions carefully. It is advised that you keep this
manual for future references
1. All cautions and warnings on the device should be noted.
2. Make sure the power source matches the power rating of the device.
3. Position the power cord so that people cannot step on it. Do not place anything
over the power cord.
4. Always completely disconnect the power before working on the system’s
hardware.
5. No connections should be made when the system is powered as a sudden rush
of power may damage sensitive electronic components.
6. If the device is not to be used for a long time, disconnect it from the power
supply to avoid damage by transient over-voltage.
7. Always disconnect this device from any AC supply before cleaning.
8. While cleaning, use a damp cloth instead of liquid or spray detergents.
9. Make sure the device is installed near a power outlet and is easily accessible.
10. Keep this device away from humidity.
11. Place the device on a solid surface during installation to prevent falls
12. Do not cover the openings on the device to ensure optimal heat dissipation.
13. Watch out for high temperatures when the system is running.
14. Do not touch the heat sink or heat spreader when the system is running
15. Never pour any liquid into the openings. This could cause fire or electric shock.
16. As most electronic components are sensitive to static electrical charge, be sure
to ground yourself to prevent static charge when installing the internal
components. Use a grounding wrist strap and contain all electronic components
in any static-shielded containers.

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17. If any of the following situations arises, please the contact our service personnel:
i. Damaged power cord or plug
ii. Liquid intrusion to the device
iii. Exposure to moisture
iv. Device is not working as expected or in a manner as described in
this manual
v. The device is dropped or damaged
vi. Any obvious signs of damage displayed on the device
18. DO NOT LEAVE THIS DEVICE IN AN UNCONTROLLED ENVIRONMENT WITH
TEMPERATURES BEYOND THE DEVICE’S PERMITTED STORAGE TEMPERATURES
(SEE CHAPTER 1) TO PREVENT DAMAGE.

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5-Bay Tablet Charger RDS-1000
FCC Statement
This device complies with Part 15 FCC Rules. Operation is
subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not
cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept
any interference received including interference that may
cause undesired operation.
Caution:
There is a danger of explosion if the battery is incorrectly replaced. Replace only with the
same or equivalent type recommended by the manufacturer. Dispose of used batteries
according to the manufacturer’s instructions and your local government’s recycling or
disposal directives.
Attention:
Il y a un risque d’explosion si la batterie est remplacée de façon incorrecte.
Ne la remplacer qu’avec le même modèle ou équivalent recommandé par le
constructeur. Recycler les batteries usées en accord avec les instructions du fabricant et
les directives gouvernementales de recyclage.

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5-Bay Tablet Charger RDS-1000
China RoHS Requirements (CN)
产品中有毒有害物质或元素名称及含量
AAEON Panel PC/ Workstation
部件名称
有毒有害物质或元素
铅
(Pb)
汞
(Hg)
镉
(Cd)
六价铬
(Cr(VI))
多溴联苯
(PBB)
多溴二苯醚
(PBDE)
印刷电路板
及其电子组件
○
○
○
○
○
○
外部信号
连接器及线材
○
○
○
○
○
○
外壳
○
○
○
○
○
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中央处理器
与内存
○
○
○
○
○
○
硬盘
○
○
○
○
○
○
液晶模块
○
○
○
○
○
○
光驱
○
○
○
○
○
○
触控模块
○
○
○
○
○
○
电源
○
○
○
○
○
○
O：表示该有毒有害物质在该部件所有均质材料中的含量均在
SJ/T 11363-2006 标准规定的限量要求以下。
X：表示该有毒有害物质至少在该部件的某一均质材料中的含量超出
SJ/T 11363-2006 标准规定的限量要求。
备注：
一、此产品所标示之环保使用期限，系指在一般正常使用状况下。
二、上述部件物质中央处理器、内存、硬盘、光驱、触控模块为选购品。

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5-Bay Tablet Charger RDS-1000
China RoHS Requirement (EN)
Poisonous or Hazardous Substances or Elements in Products
AAEON Panel PC/ Workstation
Component
Poisonous or Hazardous Substances or Elements
Lead
(Pb)
Mercury
(Hg)
Cadmium
(Cd)
Hexavalent
Chromium
(Cr(VI))
Polybrominated
Biphenyls
(PBB)
Polybrominated
Diphenyl Ethers
(PBDE)
PCB & Other
Components
O
O
O
O
O
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Wires &
Connectors
for External
Connections
O
O
O
O
O
O
Chassis
O
O
O
O
O
O
CPU & RAM
O
O
O
O
O
O
Hard Disk
O
O
O
O
O
O
LCD
O
O
O
O
O
O
Optical Drive
O
O
O
O
O
O
Touchscreen
O
O
O
O
O
O
PSU
O
O
O
O
O
O
O：The quantity of poisonous or hazardous substances or elements found in each of the
component's parts is below the SJ/T 11363-2006-stipulated requirement.
X: The quantity of poisonous or hazardous substances or elements found in at least one of the
component's parts is beyond the SJ/T 11363-2006-stipulated requirement.
Note: The Environment Friendly Use Period as labeled on this product is applicable under normal
usage only

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5-Bay Tablet Charger RDS-1000
Table of Contents
Chapter 1 - Product Specifications ........................................................................................ 1
1.1 Specifications............................................................................................................ 2
Chapter 2 –Getting Started...................................................................................................3
2.1 Product Overview ................................................................................................... 4
2.2 Notes before use..................................................................................................... 5
Chapter 3 –Setting Up...........................................................................................................6
3.1 Charging Status ........................................................................................................7
Appendix A - Statements .......................................................................................................8
A.1 Statements................................................................................................................ 9
A.2 Canadian Notice.....................................................................................................10
A.3 Safety Caution..........................................................................................................11
A.4 Battery Disposal......................................................................................................13
A.5 Battery Caution.......................................................................................................15
A.6 Adapter Caution.....................................................................................................16
A.7 FCC Interference Statement.................................................................................17

5-Bay Tablet Charger RDS-1000
Chapter 1
Chapter 1 - Product Specifications

Chapter 1 –Product Specifications 2
5-Bay Tablet Charger RDS-1000
1.1 Specifications
System
Charge Bay
5 Bay
LED Indicator
5 LED Indicator
Mechanical
Color
Black
Dimension (W x H x D)
299.61 mm X 259.61 mm X 45 mm
Gross Weight
1.8kg
Environmental
Operating Temperature
0°C ~ 40°C
Storage Temperature
-10°C ~ 50°C
Operating Humidity
10 ~ 75%
ESD
Air +/- 8KV, Contact +/- 4KV
EMI / Safety
CE/ FCC Class B/ UL
Power Supply
AC/DC Adapter
AC Power Input: 12VDC/10A, 120W

5-Bay Tablet Charger RDS-1000
Chapter 2
Chapter 2 –Getting Started

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5-Bay Tablet Charger RDS-1000
2.1 Product Overview
Part
Function
Charge Bay
Tablet Charging
DC-in Jack
Connect the DC power cable to this jack
LED Indicator
Shows charging status

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5-Bay Tablet Charger RDS-1000
2.2 Notes before use
Before using your device, please read through the following instructions
Use only the power adapter that comes with your device. Using a different
power adapter may cause damage.
The AC cable is designed for the RDS-1000 only
The RDS-1000 CANNOT be charged via an USB connection
CAUTION: This charger is for use with (AAEON TECHNOLOGY INC, Model
RTC-700B/RK) Tablet only. There is a risk of explosion if it is replaced with an
incorrect model.

5-Bay Tablet Charger RDS-1000
Chapter 3
Chapter 3 –Setting Up

Chapter 3 –LED Indicator Status 7
5-Bay Tablet Charger RDS-1000
3.1 Charging Status
Charging status for 3 stages:
non-connected (Off), charging (Orange lights), full-charged (Green lights)
Pros: working properly on system off; current value is frozen to predictable.
Cons: charging & full-charged switching is inaccessible while system on*
*due to there's no I2C communication in between tablet & docking, docking charger IC
cannot tell battery is fully charged.

5-Bay Tablet Charger RDS-1000
Appendix A
Appendix A - Statements

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5-Bay Tablet Charger RDS-1000
A.1 Statements
Declarations and Safety Statements
Federal Communications Commission Statement
This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following
conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference (2) This device must
accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired
operation.
This device has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital
device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide
reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This
equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed
and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio
communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a
particular installation. If this equipment causes harmful interference to radio or
television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on,
the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the
following measures:
Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
Increase the separation between equipment and receiver.
Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which
the receiver is connected.
Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for
compliance could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.