Avalue Technology ECM-A50M B1 User manual

Part No. E2047351804R
ECM-A50M B1
3.5”AMD eOntario Module
User’s Manual
2nd Ed –07 January 2019

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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.
(2) THIS DEVICE MUST ACCEPT ANY INTERFERENCE RECEIVED INCLUDING
INTERFERENCE THAT MAY CAUSE UNDESIRED OPERATION.
THIS EQUIPMENT HAS BEEN TESTED AND FOUND TO COMPLY WITH THE LIMITS
FOR A CLASS "A" DIGITAL DEVICE, PURSUANT TO PART 15 OF THE FCC RULES.
THESE LIMITS ARE DESIGNED TO PROVIDE REASONABLE PROTECTION AGAINST
HARMFUL INTERFERENCE WHEN THE EQUIPMENT IS OPERATED IN A
COMMERCIAL ENVIRONMENT. THIS EQUIPMENT GENERATES, USES, AND CAN
RADIATE RADIO FREQUENCY ENERGY AND, IF NOT INSTALLED AND USED IN
ACCORDANCE WITH THE INSTRUCTION MANUAL, MAY CAUSE HARMFUL
INTERFERENCE TO RADIO COMMUNICATIONS.
OPERATION OF THIS EQUIPMENT IN A RESIDENTIAL AREA IS LIKELY TO CAUSE
HARMFUL INTERFERENCE IN WHICH CASE THE USER WILL BE REQUIRED TO
CORRECT THE INTERFERENCE AT HIS OWN EXPENSE.
Notice
This guide is designed for experienced users to setup the system within the shortest time.
For detailed information, please always refer to the electronic user's manual.
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these products are free from patent, copyright, or mask work right infringement, unless
otherwise specified. Applications that are described in this manual are for illustration
purposes only. Avalue Technology Inc. makes no representation or warranty that such
application will be suitable for the specified use without further testing or modification.
Life Support Policy
Avalue Technology’s PRODUCTS ARE NOT FOR USE AS CRITICAL COMPONENTS IN
LIFE SUPPORT DEVICES OR SYSTEMS WITHOUT THE PRIOR WRITTEN APPROVAL
OF Avalue Technology Inc.
As used herein:
1. Life support devices or systems are devices or systems which, (a) are intended for
surgical implant into body, or (b) support or sustain life and whose failure to perform,
when properly used in accordance with instructions for use provided in the labeling, can
be reasonably expected to result in significant injury to the user.
2. A critical component is any component of a life support device or system whose
failure to perform can be reasonably expected to cause the failure of the life
support device or system, or to affect its safety or effectiveness.
A Message to the Customer
Avalue Customer Services
Each and every Avalue’s product is built to the most exacting specifications to ensure
reliable performance in the harsh and demanding conditions typical of industrial
environments. Whether your new Avalue device is destined for the laboratory or the factory
floor, you can be assured that your product will provide the reliability and ease of operation
for which the name Avalue has come to be known.
Your satisfaction is our primary concern. Here is a guide to Avalue’s customer services. To
ensure you get the full benefit of our services, please follow the instructions below carefully.
Technical Support
We want you to get the maximum performance from your products. So if you run into
technical difficulties, we are here to help. For the most frequently asked questions, you can
easily find answers in your product documentation. These answers are normally a lot more
detailed than the ones we can give over the phone. So please consult the user’s manual
first.
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Product Warranty
Avalue warrants to you, the original purchaser, that each of its products will be free from
defects in materials and workmanship for two years from the date of purchase.
This warranty does not apply to any products which have been repaired or altered by
persons other than repair personnel authorized by Avalue, or which have been subject to
misuse, abuse, accident or improper installation. Avalue assumes no liability under the
terms of this warranty as a consequence of such events. Because of Avalue’s high
quality-control standards and rigorous testing, most of our customers never need to use our
repair service. If any of Avalue’s products is defective, it will be repaired or replaced at no
charge during the warranty period. For out-of-warranty repairs, you will be billed according
to the cost of replacement materials, service time, and freight. Please consult your dealer
for more details. If you think you have a defective product, follow these steps:
1. Collect all the information about the problem encountered. (For example,
CPU type and speed, Avalue’s products model name, hardware & BIOS
revision number, other hardware and software used, etc.) Note anything
abnormal and list any on-screen messages you get when the problem occurs.
2. Call your dealer and describe the problem. Please have your manual, product,
and any helpful information available.
3. If your product is diagnosed as defective, obtain an RMA (return material
authorization) number from your dealer. This allows us to process your good
return more quickly.
4. Carefully pack the defective product, a complete Repair and Replacement
Order Card and a photocopy proof of purchase date (such as your sales
receipt) in a shippable container. A product returned without proof of the
purchase date is not eligible for warranty service.
5. Write the RMA number visibly on the outside of the package and ship it
prepaid to your dealer.

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Contents
1. Getting Started............................................................................................................8
1.1 Safety Precautions .........................................................................................8
1.2 Packing List....................................................................................................8
1.3 Document Amendment History.......................................................................9
1.4 Manual Objectives........................................................................................10
1.5 System Specifications ..................................................................................11
1.6 Architecture Overview—Block Diagram........................................................13
2. Hardware Configuration...........................................................................................14
2.1 Product Overview.........................................................................................15
2.2 Installation Procedure...................................................................................17
2.2.1 Main Memory ........................................................................................18
2.3 Jumper and Connector List ..........................................................................20
2.4 Setting Jumpers & Connectors.....................................................................23
2.4.1 Clear CMOS (JBAT1)............................................................................23
2.4.2 Serial port 1 (COM1) signal selector (JRI1)...........................................23
2.4.3 Serial port 2 (COM2) signal selector (JRI2)...........................................24
2.4.4 Power connector (DCIN).......................................................................24
2.4.5 AT/ ATX power Input selector (JAT/ATX)..............................................25
2.4.6 +V5A connector in ATX (PWR_SB) ......................................................25
2.4.6.1 Signal Description –AT/ATX mode & Input power type..................26
2.4.7 ErP Power saving mode selector (JDEEPS5).......................................27
2.4.8 Touch selector (JTSEL).........................................................................28
2.4.9 Battery connector (BAT-WB).................................................................28
2.4.10 CPU fan connector (CPU_FAN)............................................................29
2.4.11 Serial port 1 in RS-422/485 mode (J422/485).......................................30
2.4.12 Audio connector (JAUDIO)....................................................................30
2.4.13 LCD backlight brightness adjustment (JVR)..........................................31
2.4.14 LCD Inverter Connector (JBKL) ............................................................32
2.4.14.1 Signal Description –LCD Inverter Connector (JBKL).....................32
2.4.15 Serial port 2 connector (JCOM2)...........................................................33
2.4.16 Touch connector (JTOUCH)..................................................................33
2.4.17 General purpose I/O connector (JDIO)..................................................34
2.4.18 Miscellaneous setting connector (JFP)..................................................35
2.4.19 Keyboard & Mouse connector (JKBMS)................................................35
2.4.20 Low pin count interface connector (JLPC).............................................36
2.4.21 SPI connector (JSPI).............................................................................36

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2.4.22 LVDS connector (JLVDS)......................................................................37
2.4.23 USB connector 0 & 1/ 4 & 5/ 2 & 3 (JUSB1/2/3)....................................38
2.4.24 SATA1/2 Power connector (SATA1_PWR/ SATA2_PWR) ...................38
3.BIOS Setup....................................................................................................................39
3.1 Introduction...................................................................................................40
3.2 Starting Setup...............................................................................................40
3.3 Using Setup..................................................................................................41
3.4 Getting Help .................................................................................................42
3.5 In Case of Problems.....................................................................................42
3.6 BIOS setup...................................................................................................43
3.6.1 Main Menu ............................................................................................43
3.6.1.1 System Language...................................................................43
3.6.1.2 System Date ...........................................................................43
3.6.1.3 System Time...........................................................................43
3.6.2 Advanced BIOS settings .......................................................................44
3.6.2.1 PCI Subsystem Settings .........................................................45
3.6.2.1.1 PCI Express Settings.......................................................46
3.6.2.2 ACPI Settings..........................................................................48
3.6.2.3 CPU Configuration..................................................................49
3.6.2.3.1 Node 0 Information ..........................................................50
3.6.2.4 IDE Configuration....................................................................50
3.6.2.5 USB Configuration..................................................................51
3.6.2.6 H/W Monitor............................................................................52
3.6.2.7 Super IO Configuration ...........................................................53
3.6.2.7.1 Serial Port 0 Configuration .....................................................54
3.6.2.7.2 Serial Port 1 Configuration .....................................................55
3.6.3 Advanced Chipset Features..................................................................56
3.6.3.1 North Bridge............................................................................56
3.6.3.1.1 GFX Configuration ...............................................................57
3.6.3.1.2 Memory configuration...................................................58
3.6.3.1.1 Node 0 Information........................................................59
3.6.3.2 North Bridge LVDS configuration............................................60
3.6.3.3 South Bridge...........................................................................61
3.6.3.3.1 SB SATA Configuration ...................................................62
3.6.3.3.2 SB USB Configuration .....................................................63
3.6.3.3.3 SB HD Azalia Configuration.............................................63
3.6.4 Boot.......................................................................................................64
3.6.5 Security.................................................................................................65
3.6.5.1 Administrator Password..........................................................65
3.6.5.2 User Password........................................................................65

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3.6.6 Save & Exit............................................................................................66
3.6.6.1 Save Changes and Exit ..........................................................66
3.6.6.2 Discard Changes and Exit ......................................................67
3.6.6.3 Save Changes and Reset.......................................................67
3.6.6.4 Discard Changes and Reset...................................................68
3.6.6.5 Save Changes ........................................................................68
3.6.6.6 Discard Changes ....................................................................69
3.6.6.7 Restore Defaults.....................................................................69
3.6.6.8 Save as user defaults .............................................................70
3.6.6.9 Restore as user defaults.........................................................70
3.6.6.10 Boot override...........................................................................71
4. Drivers Installation.......................................................................................................72
4.1 Install Audio Driver (For Realtek ALC892)....................................................73
4.2 Install Ethernet Driver (For Realtek 8111E)..................................................74
4.3 Install Display Driver (For AMD Fusion Accelerated Processors).................75
5. Mechanical Drawing ....................................................................................................76

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1. Getting Started
1.1 Safety Precautions
Warning!
Always completely disconnect the power cord from your
chassis whenever you work with the hardware. Do not
make connections while the power is on. Sensitive
electronic components can be damaged by sudden power
surges. Only experienced electronics personnel should
open the PC chassis.
Caution!
Always ground yourself to remove any static charge before
touching the CPU card. Modern electronic devices are very
sensitive to static electric charges. As a safety precaution,
use a grounding wrist strap at all times. Place all electronic
components in a static-dissipative surface or static-shielded
bag when they are not in the chassis.
Always note that improper disassembling action could cause damage to the
motherboard. We suggest not removing the heatsink without correct
instructions in any circumstance. If you really have to do this, please contact
us for further support.
1.2 Packing List
Before you begin installing your single board, please make sure that the
following materials have been shipped:
1 x 3.5” ECM-A50M Micro Module
1 x Cable set contains the followings:
—1 x Audio cable (12pin, 2.0mm pitch)
—1 x USB cable (10P/2.54mm-10P/2.0mm)
—1 x Serial ATA cable (7-pin, standard)
—1 x Serial ATA cable (15-pin, 2P/2.0mm)
—1 x Flat Cable 9P(M)-Dupont 10P/2.0mm 17cm
4 x D-sub Jack Screws
DIP AUX-032 A1 W/Audio/4USB

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1.3 Document Amendment History
Revision
Date
By
Comment
B1 1st
February 2012
Avalue
Initial Release
B1 2nd
January 2019
Avalue
Update 2.3 Jumper and Connector List

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1.4 Manual Objectives
This manual describes in details Avalue Technology ECM-A50M Single Board.
We have tried to include as much information as possible but we have not duplicated
information that is provided in the standard IBM Technical References, unless it proved to
be necessary to aid in the understanding of this board.
We strongly recommend that you study this manual carefully before attempting to set up
ECM-A50M series or change the standard configurations. Whilst all the necessary
information is available in this manual we would recommend that unless you are confident,
you contact your supplier for guidance.
Please be aware that it is possible to create configurations within the CMOS RAM that
make booting impossible. If this should happen, clear the CMOS settings, (see the
description of the Jumper Settings for details).
If you have any suggestions or find any errors regarding this manual and want to inform us
of these, please contact our Customer Service department with the relevant details.

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1.5 System Specifications
System
CPU
AMD G-series processor
BIOS
AMI 32M-bit SPI BIOS
System Chipset
AMD A50M
I/O Chip
Winbond W83627DHG-P
System Memory
One 204-pin DDR3 SODIMM socket, supports up to 4GB DDR3 1066/1333 SDRAM
SSD
1 x CompactFlash Type I/II socket
Watchdog Timer
Reset: 1 sec.~65535 sec./min. and 1 sec. or 1 min./step
H/W Status
Monitor
Monitoring system temperature, voltage. Auto trotting control when CPU overheats
Expansion
Mini-PCIe (mSATA supported)
I/O
MIO
2 x Serial ATA ports (7-pin with +5V power for SATADOM),
2 x Serial (COM2 with 5 x 2, pitch 2.0mm pin header. One COM can be set as
RS-232/422/485 by BIOS),
LPC (7 x 2, pitch 2.00mm pin header ),
2 x SATA power connector (+5V)
USB
7x USB 2.0 ports
(1 for edge connector, 3 for 5 x 2, pitch 2.0mm pin header)
IrDA
N/A
DIO
8-bit GPI, 8-bit GPO
Display
Chipset
AMD Fusion Accelerated Processors
Display Memory
Resolution
CRT mode: 2560 x 1200 & 18W, 1920 x 1200 & 9W
LCD/Simultaneous mode : 1920 x 1200 @ 60 Hz
Multiple
Display
CRT + LVDS, HDMI + LVDS, CRT + HDMI
LCD Interface
Dual channel 18/24-bit LVDS (transfer through DDI)
TV-out
N/A
Built-in Touch
Screen (Optional)
Chipset
PenMount 6000
Touch Screen
Interface
With 9-pin 2.0mm box header (can be selected to support 4/5/8-wire touch screen)
Audio

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AC97 Codec
Realtek ALC892 supports 7.1-CH Audio
Audio Interface
Min In, Line in, Line out
Ethernet
LAN Chip
2 x Realtek 8111E
Ethernet Interface
10/100/1000 Base-Tx Gigabit Ethernet Compatible
Mechanical &
Environmental
Power Requirement
+12V
ACPI
Single power ATX Support S0, S3, S4, S5
ACPI 3.0 Compliant
Power Type
AT/ATX
Operating Temp.
0 to 60C
Storage Temp.
-20~-80°C
Operating Humidity
0%~90% relative humidity, non-condensing
Size (L x W)
146 mm x 101 mm
Weight
TBD
Note: Specifications are subject to change without notice.

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1.6 Architecture Overview—Block Diagram
The following block diagram shows the architecture and main components of ECM-A50M

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2. Hardware
Configuration

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2.1 Product Overview

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2.2 Installation Procedure
This chapter explains you the instructions of how to setup your system.
1. Turn off the power supply.
2. Insert the DIMM module (be careful with the orientation).
3. Insert all external cables for hard disk, floppy, keyboard, mouse, USB etc. except for flat
panel. A CRT monitor must be connected in order to change CMOS settings to support
flat panel.
4. Connect power supply to the board via the ATXPWR.
5. Turn on the power.
6. Enter the BIOS setup by pressing the delete key during boot up. Use the “LOAD BIOS
DEFAULTS” feature. The Integrated Peripheral Setup and the Standard CMOS Setup
Window must be entered and configured correctly to match the particular system
configuration.
7. If TFT panel display is to be utilized, make sure the panel voltage is correctly set before
connecting the display cable and turning on the power.

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2.2.1 Main Memory
ECM-A50M provides one 204-pin DDR3 SODIMM socket, supports up to 4GB DDR3
1066/1333 SDRAM
(Rear side)
Make sure to unplug the power supply before adding or removing DIMMs or
other system components. Failure to do so may cause severe damage to
board and components.
SODIMM

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Locate the SODIMM socket on the board.
Carefully hold two edges of the SODIMM module. avoid touching its connectors.
Align the notch key on the module with the rib on the slot.
Firmly press the modules into the socket which automatically snaps into the mounting
notch. Do not force the SODIMM module in with extra force as the SODIMM module
only fits in one direction.
To remove SODIMM modules, simultaneously push the two ejector tabs outward,
then pull out the SODIMM module.
Note:
(1) Please do not change any DDR3 SDRAM parameter in BIOS setup to increase
your system’s performance without acquiring technical information in advance.
(2) Static electricity can damage the electronic components of the computer or
optional boards. Before proceeding, ensure that you are discharged of static
electricity by briefly touching a grounded metal object.
Mounting Notch
Notch Key
Ejector
Tab
204-pin DDR3 SODIMM

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2.3 Jumper and Connector List
You can configure your board to match the needs of your application by setting jumpers. A
jumper is the simplest kind of electric switch.
It consists of two metal pins and a small metal clip (often protected by a plastic cover) that
slides over the pins to connect them. To “close” a jumper you connect the pins with the clip.
To “open” a jumper you remove the clip. Sometimes a jumper will have three pins, labeled 1,
2, and 3. In this case, you would connect either two pins.
The jumper settings are schematically depicted in this manual as follows:
A pair of needle-nose pliers may be helpful when working with jumpers.
Connectors on the board are linked to external devices such as hard disk drives, a
keyboard, or floppy drives. In addition, the board has a number of jumpers that allow you to
configure your system to suit your application.
If you have any doubts about the best hardware configuration for your application, contact
your local distributor or sales representative before you make any changes.
The following tables list the function of each of the board’s jumpers and connectors.
Jumpers
Label
Function
Note
JBAT1
Clear CMOS
3 x 1 header, pitch 2.00 mm
JRI1
Serial port 1 (COM1) signal selector
3 x 2 header, pitch 2.0 mm
JRI2
Serial port 2 (COM2) signal selector
3 x 2 header, pitch 2.0 mm
JAT/ATX
AT/ ATX power Input selector
3 x 1 header, pitch 2.0 mm
JDEEPS5
ErP power saving mode selector
2 x 1 header, pitch 2.0 mm
JTSEL
Touch Selector
2 x 1 header, pitch 2.0 mm