Chipsee PPC-A9-150-C User manual

Industrial PC
PPC-A9-150-C
PN: CS10768F150
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Contents
3PPC-A9-150-C
71. Product Overview
82. Ordering Options
82.1. Operating System
92.2. Optional Features
103. Hardware Features
124. Power Input
135. Touch Screen
146. Connectivity
146.1. DB9 Connectors
146.2. USB Connectors
166.3. LAN Connectors
176.4. WiFi & BT Module
186.5. 4G/LTE Module
196.6. Expansion Port
217. Audio Connectors
228. HDMI Connector
239. Boot DIP Switch
2410. Measurements and Mounting Procedure
2511. Disclaimer
2512. Technical Support
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PPC-A9-150-C
Front View
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Rear View
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Side View 1
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Side View 2
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Product Overview
The Cortex -A9 series PPC-A9-150-C (PN: CS10768F150) is a rugged, high-quality industrial
panel PC. It features a 15” multi-point capacitive touch screen with a resolution of 1024 x
768 pixels.
Key Applications
Human Machine Interface HMI
Process Control
Process Monitoring
HMI
Infotainment
Predictive Maintenance
Machine Learning
Machine Vision
Automotive applications
ATM…
The PPC-A9-150-C Industrial Panel PC is based around the powerful CS-SOM-iMX6Q System
on Module (SoM), powered by the i.MX6Q Arm Cortex -A9 quad-core Application
Processor (APU). The i.MX6Q APU represents the latest achievement in integrated
multimedia applications processors, delivering high-performance computing, an abundance
of integrated peripherals, and high power eciency.
This product also features a broad range of connectivity options, providing a high level of
scalability for various use cases. It is the perfect solution for power-constrained applications
on the Edge, acting as a robust control unit for collecting, processing, and aggregating eld
data. The i.MX6Q APU is part of NXP’s EdgeVerse™ edge computing platform.
The NXP i.MX6UL APU does not generate extensive heat, so even the thin aluminum
housing on PPC version delivers sucient thermal dissipation. With its junction temperature
from -40 to +125°C, the APU itself is well suited for extended temperature range in both
automotive and factory environments.
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Ordering Options
Chipsee products can be customized during the ordering process. The product will be
shipped with the pre-installed factory defaults if no extra requirements are specied. The
table in the Hardware Features section provides information about the default options
bundled with the product.
Operating System
This product comes with a pre-installed OS of your choice. Please see the list below for the
supported OSes, which can be also obtained from the Software Documentation section,
along with the detailed installation instructions.
Chipsee Linux*
Android 4.3
Android 6.0
Android 8.0
Ubuntu 12.04
Ubuntu 14.04
Debian
Chipsee Linux is based on NXP Yocto framework that has been integrated with:
Chipsee Hardware Test Application
An initialization script for GPIO/Buzzer/Audio
Multiple libraries, such as the libQt5Sql to develop Qt application with SQL
Various packages, such as the ntfs-3g to use NTFS le system
Note
You can order PPC-A9-150-C from the ocial Chipsee Store or from your nearest distributor.
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Warning
The Software Documentation section provides a detailed instruction how to install dierent OS on your own.
However, bear in mind that Chipsee can’t take the responsibility of inadequate installation procedure. If you “brick”
your device, please contact Chipsee Technical Support at [email protected] for further assistance.
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Optional Features
The PPC-A9-150-C Industrial Panel PC does not include 4G/LTE module by default. The
module is optional and can be selected at the Chipsee store during the ordering process.
Warning
Installation, repair, and maintenance tasks should be performed by trained personnel only.
Chipsee does not bear any responsibility for damage caused by inadequate handling of the product.
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Hardware Features
The PPC-A9-150-C Industrial Panel PC oers a board range of performance and connectivity
options for scalable integration, providing expandability according to future needs. Some of
the key features are listed in the table below.
PPC-A9-150-C
CPU iMX6Q, Arm Cortex -A9, 1GHz
RAM 2GB DDR3
eMMC 8GB
Storage TF Card, Supports up to 32GB SDHC
Display 15” LCD, 1024 x 768, High Brightness: 500cd/m
Touch Capacitive Multi-Point Touch Screen
USB 4 x USB 2.0 HOST, 1 x USB OTG
LAN 1 x Channel 1000Mbps LAN
Audio 3.5mm Audio In/Out Connector, Internal 2W Speaker
Buzzer Yes
RTC Yes, Powered by CR2032 Button Battery
RS232 4 x RS232
RS485 Optional 2 x RS4851
CAN Optional 2 x CAN
GPIO Optional 4 x Channels Input and 4 x Channels Output
WiFi/BT Integrated WiFi/BT Module
HDMI 1 x HDMI
SATA 1 x SATA II
Expansion Port Optional, 10-pin expansion connector
4G/LTE Optional, Not mounted by default
Power Input From 15V to 36V
Current at 15V 2000mA Max
Power Consumption 15W Typical
Working Temperature From -20°C to +70°C
OS Multiple Choices (Operating System)
Dimensions 359 x 283 x 46mm
Weight 3400g
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1This product has 5 x UART channels in total. The default conguration is 4 x RS232 and 1 x UART for WiFi/BT
module. UART can be swapped between RS232 and RS485 modes easily, so if you need dierent RS232/RS485
conguration, please get in touch with the Chipsee Technical Support at [email protected]
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Mounting Panel & VESA
Table 24 Key Features
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Power Input
The PPC-A9-150-C Industrial Panel PC can be powered by a wide range of input voltages:
From 15V to 36V DC. The power input connector is a 3-pin, 3.81mm terminal. The polarity
and the pinout is clearly marked on the housing of the product as shown on the gure
below.
Figure 79: Power Input
Note that the “+” sign represents the positive power input, and it is printed both at the
casing and as a silk-screen on a PCB of the embedded version. The “-” terminal is shorted to
the ground.
Power Input Denition
Pin Number Denition Description
Pin 1 Positive Input DC Power Positive Terminal
Pin 2 Negative Input DC Power Negative Terminal
Pin 3 Ground Power System Ground
Table 25 Power Connector
Note
The system ground “G” is connected to power negative “-” on board.
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Touch Screen
The PPC-A9-150-C Industrial Panel PC uses a 10-point capacitive touch screen.
Attention
A capacitive touch screen is susceptible to power noise and Electromagnetic Radiation (EMR). It may cause LCD ripples
or even capacitive touch malfunction. If using a capacitive multi-touch test application, you might notice the touch
points oat erratically across the display. There are several solutions to this problem:
Use a high-quality Power Adapter Unit (PSU) with low EMR. You can also provide power from a battery.
Make sure that the PPC-A9-150-C Power Input connector (pin 3) is properly connected to the Power System
Ground to provide sucient EMI shielding and eliminate the problem entirely.
Bad GND problem can also be conrmed by touching pin 3 of the Power Input connector with one hand while
operating the capacitive touch screen with the other hand. In this case, the operator’s body acts as the Power
System Ground.
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Connectivity
There are many connectivity options available on the PPC-A9-150-C industrial PC. It has 4 x
USB 2.0 HOST, 1 x USB OTG (can be customized to Host or OTG), 1 x Channel 1000Mbps
LAN (RJ45) Ethernet connector supporting up to 1 Gbps, and 4 x DB9 connectors.
DB9 Connectors
The PPC-A9-150-C Industrial Panel PC has 4 x DB9 connectors that are congured as RS232
by default as shown on the gure below. You can congure COM3/COM4 as RS485. If you
need dierent RS232/RS485 conguration, contact the Chipsee Technical Support at
[email protected].
Figure 80: DB9 Connectors
USB Connectors
There are 4 x Type A USB HOST connectors onboard, as shown on the gure below.
Figure 81: USB HOST Connectors
There is also 1 x Type Mini B USB OTG connector, congured as slave by default.
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Figure 82: USB OTG Connector
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LAN Connectors
LAN (RJ45) connector provides Ethernet connectivity over standardized Ethernet cables as
shown the gure below. The integrated Ethernet interface supports up to 1 Gbps data
throughput.
Figure 83: RJ45 LAN Connector
Note
Use CAT5 or better cables to achieve full data throughput over maximum distance dened by the 1000BASE-T
standard (100m).
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WiFi & BT Module
The PPC-A9-150-C Industrial Panel PC is equipped with the popular Realtek RTL8723 WiFi/
BT module that supports BT/BLE 4.0 (with backward compatibility), as well as 802.11bgn 2.4
GHz Wireless LAN (WLAN).
Figure 84: RTL8273 WiFi/BT Module
The product includes an SMA connector for an external WiFi/BT antenna, as illustrated in
the gure below.
Figure 85: WiFi+BT Antenna
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4G/LTE Module
The PPC-A9-150-C Industrial Panel PC is equipped with a mini-PCIe connector that can
connect to a 4G/LTE module. The customer will also need a SIM Card Holder and a 4G/LTE
Antenna Connector to ensure 4G/LTE works on the PPC-A9-150-C. SIM card does NOT
support hot plug. Power o before inserting or removing SIM card.
Figure 86: SIM Card Holder
SIM Card Direction
Attention
The product does not come shipped with the 4G/LTE module by default.
Also, there is no software driver for any kind of 4G/LTE module on Chipsee store.
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Expansion Port
The PPC-A9-150-C Industrial Panel PC has 1 x Expansion Port as shown on the gure below.
It is an optional 10 Pin 3.81mm GPIO Connector. This connector has connected to isolated
GPIO signals.
Figure 87: Expansion Port
Isolated GPIO reduced schematic
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GPIO Connector Pin Denition:
Pin Number Denition Description
Pin 1 VCC_ISO Isolated Power Input (+5V – +24V)
Pin 2 GND_ISO Isolated Ground
Pin 3 OUT1 Isolated Output 1
Pin 4 OUT2 Isolated Output 2
Pin 5 OUT3 Isolated Output 3
Pin 6 OUT4 Isolated Output 4
Pin 7 IN1 Isolated Input 1
Pin 8 IN2 Isolated Input 2
Pin 9 IN3 Isolated Input 3
Pin 10 IN4 Isolated Input 4
Table 26 GPIO Connector Pin-out
Attention
The GPIO has been Opt-Isolated and it uses the 24V Logic by default. You can use an external isolated power
input but the power input range should be from 5V to 24V DC.
The 4 output channels can drive at most 500mA current on each channel.
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