Avalue Technology ECMG3-Q170 User manual

Part No. E2047EL1702R
ECMG3-Q170
Intel® 6th Generation Core™ Processors Thin Mini
ITX Motherboard with Intel® Q170 Chipset
User’s Manual
3rd Ed –23 July 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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application will be suitable for the specified use without further testing or modification.
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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
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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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Content
1. Getting Started............................................................................................................6
1.1 Safety Precautions....................................................................................................6
1.2 Packing List...............................................................................................................6
1.3 Document Amendment History .................................................................................7
1.4 Manual Objectives.....................................................................................................8
1.5 System Specifications...............................................................................................9
2. Hardware Configuration...........................................................................................11
2.1 Product Overview....................................................................................................12
2.2 Jumper and Connector List.....................................................................................13
2.3 Setting Jumpers & Connectors ...............................................................................15
2.3.1 AT/ATX Power Mode (AUTO_ON)................................................................................................. 15
2.3.2 eDP Power Mode select (JPWR_EDP1)........................................................................................ 15
2.3.3 Clear CMOS (CLR_CMOS1).......................................................................................................... 16
2.3.4 ME update (For Flash BIOS use) (JME)........................................................................................ 16
2.3.5 Serial port connector (JCOM1) <MP Remove> ............................................................................. 17
2.3.6 DC 19V power connector (PWR19V)............................................................................................. 17
2.3.7 USB 2.0 connector (F_USB1)........................................................................................................ 18
2.3.8 USB 2.0 connector (F_USB2)........................................................................................................ 18
2.3.9 Front Audio connector (F_AUDIO1)............................................................................................... 19
2.3.10 Speaker connector (JSPK1) <MP Remove>................................................................................. 19
2.3.11 Front panel setting connector (F_PANEL1) .................................................................................. 20
2.3.12 CPU fan connector (CFAN1)......................................................................................................... 20
2.3.13 System fan connector (SFAN1)..................................................................................................... 21
2.3.14 Battery connector (BAT1).............................................................................................................. 21
2.3.15 JSATA_PWR1 (SATA Power)....................................................................................................... 22

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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.
1.2 Packing List
Before you begin installing your single board, please make sure that the
following materials have been shipped:
1 x ECMG3-Q170 motherboard

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1.3 Document Amendment History
Revision
Date
By
Comment
1st
June 2017
Avalue
Initial Release
2nd
June 2017
Avalue
Change the spec. to keep the JCOM1&SPEAK
3rd
July 2019
Avalue
Update Setting Jumpers & Connectors

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1.4 Manual Objectives
This manual describes in details Avalue Technology ECMG3-Q170 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
ECMG3-Q170 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
Intel® LGA1151 Socket Supports 6th Generation Core™Intel® Pentium® / Celeron
® Processors (Max. TDP at 65W)
BIOS
AMI uEFI BIOS, 128Mbit SPI Flash ROM
System Chipset
Intel® Q170 Express Chipset
I/O Chip
ITE8772E
System Memory
2 x 260-pin DDR4 2133MHz SO-DIMM supports up to 32GB
H/W Status
Monitor
CPU temperature monitoring
Voltages monitoring
CPU fan speed control
Expansion
1 x SATA III
1 x M.2 Type A 2230 support Wi-Fi module
Display
Chipset
Intel® 6th Generation CPU integrated
Resolution
HDMI 1.4: 3840 x 2160 @ 30 Hz, 2560 x 1600 @ 30Hz
eDP: 4K/2K @60Hz
Multiple Display
Dual Display
Audio
Audio Codec
Realtek ALC662 HD Audio Decoding Controller
Ethernet
LAN Chip
1 x Intel® I219-LM Gigabit Ethernet PHY
Ethernet
Interface
1 x RJ45
Internal I/O Connectors
Internal I/O
Connector
Storage:
1 x SATA III
1 x 1 x 4 pin, pitch 2.00mm connector for SATA Power
1 x M.2 Type A 2230 support Wi-Fi module
1 x RS232 by pin header, Pin9 without Power <MP Remove>
1 x 1 x 4 wafer, pitch 2.54mm SPK <MP Remove>
2 x 2 x 5 pin, pitch 2.54mm connector for 4 USB 2.0
1 x 1 x 4 pin, pitch 2.54mm CPU fan connector with smart fan function supported
1 x 1 x 4 pin, pitch 2.54mm System fan connector with smart fan function supported
1 x 2 x 5 pin, pitch 2.54mm connector for front panel
eDP Signal within 1 x 1 x 40pin pitch 0.5mm connector
1 x 2 x 5 pin, pitch 2.54mm connector for front Audio

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1 x 1 x 2pin, pitch 2.54mm connector for COMS Clear
1 x 2 Pin Pitch 1.25mm horizontal type battery connector with 35mm battery
1 x 2 pin, pitch 2.54mm connector for flash BIOS ME
1 x 2 x 4 pin ATX 19V power connector
Rear I/O Connectors
Rear Side
External I/O
Connector
1 x HDMI 1.4 (1.4: 3840 x 2160 @ 30 Hz, 2560 x 1600@ 30 Hz)
4 x USB 3.0
1 x RJ45 (Intel® I219LM Gigabit Ethernet PHY)
1 x Line-out, 1 x Mic-In
Mechanical & Environmental
Power
Requirement
+19V
Power Type
AT/ATX mode
Operating Temp.
0 ~ 60°C* (32 ~ 140°F) <*Note: Single Board with Avalue’s STD CPU Cooler>
Storage Temp.
-40 ~ 75°C (-40 ~ 167°F)
Operating
Humidity
0% ~ 90% relative humidity, non-condensing
Size (L x W)
6.69”x 6.69”(170mm x 170mm)
Weight
0.60 kg
Note: Specifications are subject to change without notice.
Note2: If you want to remove or change any components on the board, please shut down the
system and make sure discharge (Remove the power cord).

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2. Hardware
Configuration

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2.1 Product Overview

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2.2 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
CLR_CMOS1
Clear CMOS
2 x 1 header, pitch 2.54mm
JME
ME update (For Flash BIOS use)
2 x 1 header, pitch 2.54 mm
AUTO_ON
ATX Power Mode
3 x 1 header, pitch 2.54mm
JPWER_EDP1
eDP Power Mode select
3 x 2 header, pitch 2.54mm
Connectors
Label
Function
Note
CFAN1
CPU fan connector
4 x 1 wafer, pitch 2.54mm
SFAN1
System fan connector
4 x 1 wafer, pitch 2.54mm
F_PANEL1
Front panel setting connector
5 x 2 header, pitch 2.54mm

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DIMM1/2
260-pin DDR4 DIMM socket
F_OUT1
Line out
F_MIC1
Mic in
F_AUDIO1
Front Audio connector
5 x 2 header, pitch 2.54mm
JCOM1
Serial Port connector <MP Remove>
5 x 2 wafer, pitch 2.54mm
SPEAK
Speaker connector <MP Remove>
1 x 4 wafer, pitch 2.54mm
DUSB1
2 x USB 3.0 connector
DUSB2
2 x USB 3.0 connector
LAN1
RJ-45
F_USB1
USB 2.0 connector
5 x 2 header, pitch 2.54mm
F_USB2
USB 2.0 connector
5 x 2 header, pitch 2.54mm
DCIN1
DC Power connector
PWR19V
Power connector
2 x 4 wafer, pitch 4.20mm
SATA1
Serial ATA III connector 1
HDMI1
HDMI connector
EDP
eDP connector
M2-KEYA
M.2 2230 Type A Slot
BAT1
Battery
JSATA_PWR1
SATA Power Connector
1 x 4 wafer, pitch 2.00mm

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2.3 Setting Jumpers & Connectors
2.3.1 AT/ATX Power Mode (AUTO_ON)
* Default
2.3.2 eDP Power Mode select (JPWR_EDP1)
* Default
3.3V*
5V
12V
ATX*
AT

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2.3.3 Clear CMOS (CLR_CMOS1)
* Default
Normal*
Clear CMOS
2.3.4 ME update (For Flash BIOS use) (JME)
* Default
Open*
Short

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2.3.5 Serial port connector (JCOM1) <MP Remove>
Signal
PIN
PIN
Signal
NDCD1
1
2
NSIN1
NSOUT1
3
4
NDTR1
GND
5
6
NDSR1
NRTS1
7
8
NCTS1
NRI1
9
2.3.6 DC 19V power connector (PWR19V)
Signal
PIN
PIN
Signal
GND
1
2
GND
+19V
3
4
+19V

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2.3.7 USB 2.0 connector (F_USB1)
Signal
PIN
PIN
Signal
POWER_JUSB2
1
2
POWER_JUSB2
USBH_ TN1
3
4
USBH_ TN2
USBH_TP1
5
6
USBH_TP2
GND
7
8
GND
10
GND
2.3.8 USB 2.0 connector (F_USB2)
Signal
PIN
PIN
Signal
POWER_JUSB2
1
2
POWER_JUSB2
USB2_ TN5
3
4
USB2_ TN6
USB2_TP5
5
6
USB2_TP6
GND
7
8
GND
10
GND

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2.3.9 Front Audio connector (F_AUDIO1)
Signal
PIN
PIN
Signal
MIC2_L
1
2
GND
MIC2_R
3
4
VCC
LINE2_R
5
6
MIC2_JD
GND
7
LINE2_L
9
10
LINE2_JD
2.3.10 Speaker connector (JSPK1) <MP Remove>
Signal
PIN
INTSPR+
4
INTSPR-
3
INTSPL+
2
INTSPL-
1

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2.3.11 Front panel setting connector (F_PANEL1)
2.3.12 CPU fan connector (CFAN1)
Signal
PIN
GND
1
+12V
2
FAN_TAC1
3
FAN_CTL1
4
Signal
PIN
PIN
Signal
HDLED+
1
2
POWER_LED+
SATA_LED_N
3
4
GND
GND
5
6
POWER_BTN+
RESET_BTN+
7
8
GND
VCC 5V
9