Asus Aaeon RICO-3288 User manual

Last Updated: July 22, 2020
RICO-3288
Rockchip RK3288 Platform
User’s Manual 3rd Ed

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Rockchip RK3288 Platform RICO-3288
Copyright Notice
This document is copyrighted, 2020. 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
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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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Rockchip RK3288 Platform RICO-3288
Acknowledgement
All other products’ name or trademarks are properties of their respective owners.
⚫Android™ is a trademark of Google LLC
⚫Arm® and Cortex® are registered trademarks of Arm Limited (or its
subsidiaries)
⚫ITE is a trademark of Integrated Technology Express, Inc.
⚫IBM, PC/AT, PS/2, and VGA are trademarks of International Business Machines
Corporation.
All other product names or trademarks are properties of their respective owners.

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Rockchip RK3288 Platform RICO-3288
Packing List
Before setting up your product, please make sure the following items have been
shipped:
Item
Quantity
⚫RICO-3288
1
⚫RTC Battery
1
⚫MB Power Cable
1
If any of these items are missing or damaged, please contact your distributor or sales
representative immediately.

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Rockchip RK3288 Platform RICO-3288
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 product page on AAEON.com for the latest version of this
document.

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Rockchip RK3288 Platform RICO-3288
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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Rockchip RK3288 Platform RICO-3288
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 WHERE
THE STORAGE TEMPERATURE IS BELOW -20° C (-4°F) OR ABOVE 60°C (140°F)
TO PREVENT DAMAGE.

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Rockchip RK3288 Platform RICO-3288
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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Rockchip RK3288 Platform RICO-3288
China RoHS Requirements (CN)
产品中有毒有害物质或元素名称及含量
AAEON Main Board/ Daughter Board/ Backplane
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
○
○
○
○
○
○
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：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。

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Rockchip RK3288 Platform RICO-3288
China RoHS Requirement (EN)
Poisonous or Hazardous Substances or Elements in Products
AAEON Main Board/ Daughter Board/ Backplane
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
○
Wires &
Connectors
for External
Connections
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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Rockchip RK3288 Platform RICO-3288
Table of Contents
Chapter 1 - Product Specifications.......................................................................................... 1
1.1 Specifications............................................................................................................ 2
Chapter 2 –Hardware Information ....................................................................................... 4
2.1 Dimensions ............................................................................................................... 5
2.2 Jumpers and Connectors....................................................................................... 6
2.3 List of Jumpers ......................................................................................................... 8
2.3.1 LVDS Power Selection (JP1).................................................................... 8
2.3.2 Backlight Power Selection (JP2)............................................................ 8
2.3.3 RS-232/422/485 (D-Sub 9) Voltage Output Selection (JP3) .......... 9
2.3.4 Image Update (JP4) ................................................................................ 9
2.3.5 Integrated UART/ I2C/ GPIO/ Others (JP5)........................................ 9
2.3.6 Power Button (JP6) (Optional) .............................................................. 9
2.3.7 RS-232/422/485 (D-Sub 9) Setting (JP7/JP8)...................................10
2.4 List of Connectors................................................................................................... 11
2.4.1 I-PEX Connector for Wi-Fi (CN3)........................................................12
2.4.2 LVDS Connector (CN4)..........................................................................12
2.4.3 Debug Port (CN7) ..................................................................................12
2.4.4 Gigabit Ethernet (GbE) Port (CN8)......................................................13
2.4.5 Dual USB Port (CN9)..............................................................................13
2.4.6 Integrated USB, I2C x 2, 5V (CN11) .....................................................13
2.4.7 RS-232/422/485 Port (D-Sub 9) (CN12) ............................................14
2.4.8 eDP Connector (CN14)..........................................................................15
2.4.9 Micro-SD Card Slot (CN18)...................................................................15
2.4.10 Micro-USB OTG Port (CN21).................................................................16
2.4.11 Nano-SIM Card Slot (CN22).................................................................16
2.4.12 RTC Battery Connector (CN23) ...........................................................16

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Rockchip RK3288 Platform RICO-3288
2.4.13 DC Power Input (CN25) ........................................................................16
2.4.14 mPCIe Slot for WWAN Card (CN30) ..................................................17
2.4.15 GPIO Port (CN31)....................................................................................18
2.4.16 LCD Backlight Connector (CN34)........................................................18
2.4.17 Speaker Connector (CN35)..................................................................19
2.4.18 MIPI Connector (CN37).........................................................................19
2.4.19 HDMI 1.4 Port Type A (CN38).............................................................20
2.4.20 RS-232 Connector (CN40) ..................................................................20
2.5 Function Block.........................................................................................................21
Appendix A - Mating Connectors........................................................................................ 22
A.1 List of Mating Connectors and Cables..............................................................23

Rockchip RK3288 Platform RICO-3288
Chapter 1
Chapter 1 - Product Specifications

Chapter 1 –Product Specifications 2
Rockchip RK3288 Platform RICO-3288
1.1 Specifications
System
Form Factor
Pico-ITX (100mm x 72mm)
CPU
Rockchip RK3288 ARM Cortex™-A17
Quad-core 1.6 GHz
GPU
Mali-T764
Graphics
Video Decode: MPEG-1, MPEG-2, MPEG-4,
H.263, H.264, AVS, VC-1, VP8, MVC
Video Encode: H.264 (BP @ level4.0, MP @
level4.0, [email protected]), MVC and VP8
Memory Capacity
Onboard DDR3L 2GB
Storage/SSD
16GB eMMC and Micro-SD Card
Operating System
Android 6.0
Kernel
Kernel 4.4
Watchdog Timer
Integrated
Power Requirement
+12V DC input, Optional 7.4V battery
Power Consumption (Typical)
0.6A@12V, full load, Quad-core CPU
Dimension
3.94" x 2.84" (100mm x 72mm)
Gross Weight
0.44 lbs. (0.2 kg)
Operating Temperature
32°F ~ 140°F (0°C ~ 60°C)
Storage Temperature
-40˚F ~ 176˚F (-40˚C ~ 80˚C)
Operating Humidity
0% ~ 90% relative humidity, non-condensing
MTBF (Hours)
80,000
Certification
CE/FCC

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Rockchip RK3288 Platform RICO-3288
Display
HDMI
HDMI 1.4 up to 4K x 2K @ 60Hz
eDP
Up to 2560 x 1440 @ 60Hz
LVDS
Support 18/24-bit up to 1920 x 1080 @ 60Hz
MIPI
Up to 2560 x 1440 @ 60Hz
Display
Wi-Fi
802.11 a/b/g/n/ac
Bluetooth
Bluetooth V4.2 + EDR
I/O
Ethernet
Gigabit Ethernet x 1
USB Port
Micro-USB OTG x 1
USB 2.0 Type A x 2
USB2.0 Pin header x 1 (Integrated)
Serial Port
RS-232/422/485 x 1
RS-232 Pin header x 1
Debug port pin header x 1
Audio
2.5W (by 4Ω) Speaker/ Microphone/ Earphone
GPIO
8-bit (4-in, 4-out)
Expansion Slot
Full-size mini-PCIe slot x 1 (For 3G/4G card)
SIM Slot
Nano-SIM
SD Socket
Support Micro-SD card
Camera
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Rockchip RK3288 Platform RICO-3288
Chapter 2
Chapter 2 –Hardware Information

Chapter 2 –Hardware Information 5
Rockchip RK3288 Platform RICO-3288
2.1 Dimensions

Chapter 2 –Hardware Information 6
Rockchip RK3288 Platform RICO-3288
2.2 Jumpers and Connectors
Top

Chapter 2 –Hardware Information 7
Rockchip RK3288 Platform RICO-3288
Bottom

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Rockchip RK3288 Platform RICO-3288
2.3 List of Jumpers
Please refer to the table below for all of the board’s jumpers that you can configure for
your application
Label
Function
JP1
LVDS Power Selection
JP2
Backlight Power Selection
JP3
RS-232/422/485 (D-Sub 9) Voltage Output Selection
JP4
Image Update
JP5
Integrated UART/ I2C/ GPIO/ Others
JP6
Power Button (Optional)
JP7/ JP8
RS-232/422/485 (D-Sub 9) Setting
2.3.1 LVDS Power Selection (JP1)
Pin Setting
Mode
1-2
+5V
2-3
+3.3V (Default)
2.3.2 Backlight Power Selection (JP2)
Pin Setting
Mode
1-2
+5V (Default)
2-3
+12V