Contec IPC-BX/M630 Series User manual

IPC Series
BOX-PC
IPC-BX/M630(PCI) Series
User's Manual
CONTEC CO.,LTD.

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Copyright
Copyright 2003 CONTEC CO., LTD. ALL RIGHTS RESERVED
No part of this document may be copied or reproduced in any form by any means
without prior written consent of CONTEC CO., LTD.
CONTEC CO., LTD. makes no commitment to update or keep current the information
contained in this document.
The information in this document is subject to change without notice.
All relevant issues have been considered in the preparation of this document. Should
you notice an omission or any questionable item in this document, please feel free to
notify
CONTEC CO., LTD.
Regardless of the foregoing statement, CONTEC assumes no responsibility for any
errors that may appear in this document or for results obtained by the user as a result of
using this product.
Trademarks
Intel and Pentium are registered trademarks of Intel Corporation.
MS, Microsoft, MS-DOS and Windows are trademarks of Microsoft Corporation.
Other brand and product names are trademarks of their respective holder.

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Table of Contents
Copyright ......................................................................... i
Trademarks ...................................................................... i
Table of Contents ............................................................ ii
1. Introduction....................................................1
Features ...................................................................... 2
Compatible Operating Systems ................................. 2
Limited One-Year Warranty....................................... 2
How to Obtain Service................................................ 3
Liability....................................................................... 3
Handling Precautions................................................. 4
About the Manual....................................................... 6
2. Overview.........................................................7
Specifications .................................................................. 7
System Configuration................................................... 10
Physical Dimensions......................................................11
3. Hardware Setup ...........................................15
Before Using the BOX-PC for the First Time.............. 15
Hardware Setup............................................................ 16
Removing the Top Cover and HDD Bracket.............16
Locations and Settings of Internal Connectors and
Jumpers .............................................................18
Installing the Hard Disk ...........................................20
Installing the Main Memory (DIMM).......................21
Fastening the Power Cable .......................................24
Installing the SERIAL 3, 4 Bracket..........................25
Installation Requirements ........................................27
4. BIOS Setup...................................................31
BIOS Setup ................................................................... 31
Starting the Setup Screen.........................................31
Keystrokes .................................................................31
Main Menu.................................................................32
Boot Features Window ..............................................34
Advanced Window......................................................35

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I/O Device Configuration Window............................ 37
Security Window ....................................................... 39
Power Window........................................................... 40
PC-Health Window ................................................... 41
Boot Window ............................................................. 42
Exit Window.............................................................. 43
5. Each Component Function .......................... 45
Component Identification ......................................... 45
Line in Interface ....................................................... 48
Line out Interface ..................................................... 48
MIC input Interface .................................................. 48
Keyboard Interface ................................................... 49
Mouse Interface......................................................... 49
Serial Port Interface ................................................. 50
Floppy Disk Interface ............................................... 58
USB Ports.................................................................. 59
Ethernet .................................................................... 60
PC Card Slots............................................................ 61
DVI Interface ............................................................ 62
Printer Port Interface ............................................... 65
RAS Functions .......................................................... 66
Watchdog Timer ........................................................ 67
General-purpose I/O and Remote Reset................... 72
S1 77
Reset Switch.............................................................. 77
IDE Interface ............................................................ 78
Expansion Slots (CP and C4P Model) ...................... 80
Board Installation Procedure ................................... 81
6. Appendix ...................................................... 87
Memory Map ................................................................. 87
I/O Port Addresses ........................................................ 88
Interrupt Level List ...................................................... 89
7. List of Options.............................................. 91

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1. Introduction
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1. Introduction
The IPC-BX/M630(PCI) is an IBM PC/AT compatible, box computer designed for
industrial use based on a low-power-consumption CPU of the Low Voltage Intel(R)
Pentium(R) III Processor, to operate as a completely nature-cooled (fanless) system.
The box computer provides a variety of interfaces including the USB, 100BASE-TX,
and RS-232C ports, capable of serving for a wide range of applications as a compact
platform based on a general-purpose PC OS. As this series incorporates handpicked
componentssuch as the embedded types of CPU and chipset, itexcels in environmental
resistance and remains in stable supply for an extended period of time. You can
therefore use the box computer under severe operating conditions such as FAwith ease.
The box computer (BOX-PC series) is available in the following three models:
Base Model
IPC-BX/M630(PCI)C
Model with Expansion Slot
IPC-BX/M630(PCI)CP (Expansion Slot(PCI x 2)type)
IPC-BX/M630(PCI)C4P (Expansion Slot (PCI x 4)type)

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Features
- Equipped with the Low Voltage Intel(R) Pentium(R) III Processor 800MHz (FSB
133MHz) CPU and memory conforming 256MB as standard
- Fan-less operation achieved by natural air-cooling
- High reliability and completely silent running (when fitted with the silicon disk from
CONTEC)
- Long, reliable supply (The CPU and chip set are embedded versions.)
- Adoption of BIOS (Phoenix Technologies, Ltd.) customized by CONTEC to support
the BIOS level
- Other than the conforming PC I/F, equipped with the PCMCIA (for CardBus), Audio
(AC97 conforming), 100BASE-TX and RAS I/F as a standard
- Equipped with a secondary-IDE connector to allow an optional external CD-ROM to
be connected
- DVI video output (VGA conversion adapter included)
- Capable of starting up, even with the battery dead, using CMOS data retained by
EEPROM
- IPC-BX/M630(PCI) Series is compatible with IPC-BX/M600(PCW) Series
Compatible Operating Systems
-Windows 2000 Professional
-Windows NT Workstation 4.0(SP6a)
-Windows XP Embedded
-Windows NT Embedded 4.0
Limited One-Year Warranty
CONTEC Interface boards are warranted by CONTEC CO., LTD. to be free from
defects in material and workmanship for up to one year from the date of purchase by
the original purchaser.
Repair will be free of charge only when this device is returned freight prepaid with a
copy of the original invoice and a Return Merchandise Authorization to the distributor
or the CONTEC group office, from which it was purchased.
This warranty is not applicable for scratches or normal wear, but only for the electronic
circuitry and original boards. The warranty is not applicable if the device has been
tampered with or damaged through abuse, mistreatment, neglect, or unreasonable use,
or if the original invoice is not included, in which case repairs will be considered
beyond the warranty policy.

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How to Obtain Service
For replacement or repair, return the device freight prepaid, with a copy of the original
invoice. Please obtain a Return Merchandise Authorization Number (RMA) from the
CONTEC group office where you purchased before returning any product.
* No product will be accepted by CONTEC group without the RMA number.
Liability
The obligation of the warrantor is solely to repair or replace the product. In no event will the
warrantor be liable for any incidental or consequential damages due to such defect or
consequences that arise from inexperienced usage, misuse, or malfunction of this device.

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Handling Precautions
Take the following precautions when handling this product.
WARNING
- Always check that thepower supply is turned off before connecting or disconnecting
power cables.
- Do not modify the product.
- Always turn off the power before inserting or removing circuit boards or cables.
- This product is not intended for use in aerospace, space, nuclear power, medical
equipment, or other applications that require a very high level of reliability. Do not
use the product in such applications.
- If using this product in applications where safety is critical such as in railways,
automotive, or disaster prevention or security systems, please contact your retailer.
- Do not attempt to replace the battery as inappropriate battery replacement poses a
risk of explosion.
- For battery replacement, contact your retailer as it must be performed as a processof
repair.
- When disposing of a used battery, follow the disposal procedures stipulated under
the relevant laws and municipal ordinances.
CAUTION
- Do not use or store the product in a location exposed to extremely high or low
temperature or susceptible to rapid temperature changes.
Example: - Exposure to direct sun
- In the vicinity of a heat source
- Do not use the product in extremely humid or dusty locations. It is extremely
dangerous to use the product with its interior penetrated by water or any other fluid
or conductive dust. If the product must be used in such an environment, install it on
a dust-proof control panel, for example.
- Avoid using or storing the device in locations subject to shock or vibration.
- Do not use the product in the vicinity of devices that generate strong magnetic force
or noise. Such devices will cause this device to malfunction.
- Do not use or store the product in the presence of chemicals.
- The lower center of the left face (seen from the connector's front surface) may
become hot. To avoid being burned, do not touch that section while the product is in
operation or immediately after turning off the power. Avoid installation in a location
where people may come into contact with that section.
- To clean the BOX-PC, wipe it gently with a soft cloth dampened with either water or
mild detergent. Do not use chemicals or a volatile solvent, such as benzene or
thinner, to prevent pealing or discoloration of the paint.

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- 2.5 inches hard disk drive (HDD) of our company has not guaranteed use by
continuation and continuation power for 24 hours. When it is used by continuation
operation and continuation power a life fails extremely. In the case of a 24-hours
operation system, use of our company silicon disk drive (SDD) is recommended.
- Before installing or uninstalling an expansion board (the CPmodel) or connecting or
disconnecting a connector, be sure to unplug the power cable from the wall outlet.
- CONTEC reserves the right to refuse to service a product modified by the user.
- In the event of failure or abnormality (foul smells or excessive heat generation),
unplug the power cord immediately and contact the sales representative you
purchased the product from or the CONTEC Information Center.
- Use an AC cable that is compatible with both the rated supply voltage and the
receptacle. (The cable provided with the product is for 125VAC.)
- Component Life:
1. Power supply--- Estimated life is about 10 years based on continual operation at
40°C (horizontal installation). However, (higher) operating
temperatures will result in shorter life.
2. Battery--- The internal calendar clock and CMOS RAM are backed by a
Lithium primary battery. The backup time at a temperature of 25°C
with the power disconnected is 10 years or more.
* Replacement of expendables is handled as a repair (there will be a charge).
- Regarding “FCC PART15 Class A Notice”
The ferrite core must be installed in the following each cable so that this product may
suit the above-mentioned standard.
- USB cable, speaker connection cable
Optional Ferrite Core (FRC2009A-6) or SEIWA E04SR200935A (or an
equivalent product)
Open the ferrite core case and wind the cable around it once near the connector and
close it.
- Regarding “VCCI Class A, EMC Instruction Class A Notice”
The ferrite core must be installed in the following each cable so that this product may
suit the above-mentioned standard.
- Speaker connection cable
Optional Ferrite Core (FRC2009A-6) or SEIWA E04SR200935A (or an
equivalent product)
Open the ferrite core case and wind the cable around it once near the connector and
close it.

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FCC PART 15 Class A Notice
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 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 at his own expense.
NOTE
Change or modifications not expressly approved the manufacturer can void the user's authority to
operate this equipment.
WARNING TO USER
Note!
To connect with peripherals, use a grounded, shielded cable.
About the Manual
This manual consists of the following chapters:
Chapter 1 Introduction
Chapter 2 Overview
Chapter 3 Hardware Setup
Chapter 4 BIOS Setup
Chapter 5 Each Component Function
Chapter 6 Appendix
Chapter 7 List of Options
Ferrite core

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2. Overview
Specifications
Table 2.1. Functional Specifications < 1 / 2 >
Model IPC-BX/M630(PCI)C IPC-BX/M630(PCI)CP IPC-BX/M630(PCI)C4P
CPU Low Voltage Intel(R) Pentium(R) III Processor, FSB133MHz
Chip set Intel(R) 815E
L2 Cache 512KB
Main
memory 256 MB standard *1 / Max. 256MB (3.3V 144pin SO-DIMM PC133 Socket × 2)
Memory
BIOS ROM 128KB E0000H - FFFFFH (Phoenix)
Controller Intel 815E (Built into the controller)
Video RAM Main memory shared
Video BIOS 48KB (C0000H - CBFFFF)
Video
Display I/F DVI-I 29pin *2
Audio
AC97 compliant
LINE IN: φ3.5 Stereo mini jack
Full-scale input level 1.3Vrms(Typ.)
LINE OUT: φ3.5 Stereo mini jack
Full-scale input level 1.0Vrms(Typ.)
MIC UN: φ3.5 monaural mini jack
Full-scale input level 1.3Vrms(Typ.)
FDD I/F Equipped with a dedicated 26pin, half-pitch connector: 2 modes
(Optional FDD: PC-FDD25BH)
Primary
Ultra DMA/100
2.5 inch IDE HDD or silicon disk drive: 1 internal unit
(One more unit can be added. Either of the two must be a silicon disk drive.)
IDE HDD
I/F
Secondary Equipped with a dedicated 40pin, half-pitch connector
(for connection of an optional CD-ROM) (right surface)
Serial I/F
RS-232C(general-purpose): 2ch (SERIAL PORT1,2) 9pin, D-SUB connector
RS-232C(touch panel): 1ch (SERIAL PORT3) [inside the DVI connector] *3 *4
RS-422/485(general-purpose): 1ch (SERIAL PORT4) [inside the RAS connector] *4
Parallel I/F *4 Bi-directional, Centronics-compliant, 25pin D-SUB connector
I/F Ethernet 100BASE-TX/10BASE-T RJ-45 connector
LAN Controller Intel ICH2 integrated
PC card slot PCMCIA Type I, II × 2 or III × 1 (Startup from ATA card not allowed)
CardBus correspondence
USB I/F 2ch (USB 1.1)
Keyboard I/F PC/AT keyboard-compatible (6pin, MINI DIN connector)
Mouse I/F PS/2-type mouse-compatible (6pin MINI DIN connector)
General-purpose I/O *4
3 Optocoupler isolated inputs and outputs
(However, one output also serves as an external WDT output and one input also serves
as remote reset. They become available when switched.)

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Table 2.1. Functional Specifications < 2 / 2 >
Model IPC-BX/M630(PCI)C IPC-BX/M630(PCI)CP IPC-BX/M630(PCI)C4P
RAS function *4 WDT: 1sec - 255sec (RESET or external output is allowed at time expiration)
Remote reset: External input signal
Expansion board slot None
Shared PCI slot × 2,
Installable board length
: 240mm (Max.)
Shared PCI slot × 4,
Installable board length
: 240mm (Max.)
RTC/CMOS Lithium backup battery life: 10 years or more
Input supply
voltage Automatically switched between 85 - 132 VAC and 170 - 265 VAC (47 - 63 Hz)
Current
consumption 50VA (Max.) 90VA (Max.) 115VA (Max.)
Power
supply
Expansion board
power-supply
capacity
None
+5V: 2A(1A x 2 Slot),
-5V: Not supplied,
+12V: 0.5A, -12V: 80mA
+5V: 4A(1A x 4 Slot),
-5V: Not supplied,
+12V: 0.5A, -12V: 80mA
Physical dimensions (mm) 262(W)×262(D)×55(H) 262(W)×262(D)×115(H) 262(W)×262(D)×180(H)
Weight Approx. 3.3kg Approx. 4.2kg Approx. 5.0kg
*1 A 256 MB memory module is plugged in one socket.
*2 The interface can connect the PC to a CONTEC Panel Link input type display (using an optional cable) or an ordinary analog RGB
input display (using the bundled DVI-analog RGB adapter).
*3 The interface is used for the CONTEC Panel Link or touch panel type display.
*4 Serial ports 3 and 4 can be used as general-purpose RS-232C ports by replacing the bracket(Bundled). In that case, the touch panel,
RAS functions (WDT time-out output and remote reset input), RS-422/485, general-purpose inputs, and parallel interfaces are
disabled.

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Table 2.2. Installation Environment Requirements
Parameter Requirement description
Allowable instantaneous Less than 20ms
power outage One minute each for 3.0 kVAC (input-output), 2.0 kVAC (input-FG),
and 0.5 kVAC (output-FG)
Power supply
specifications
Dielectric strength 50MΩ(DC500V)
Operating temperature
0 - 50°C(SDD in use)
5 - 45°C(HDD in use)
5 - 45°C(FDD in use)
Storage temperature -10 - 60°C
Humidity *1 10 - 90%RH(No condensation)
Floating dust particles Not to be excessive
Corrosive gases None
Line noise AC line/±2kV, Signal line/±1kV (IEC1000-4-4Level 3, EN61000-4-4Level 3)
Line-noise
resistance Static
electricity
resistance
Contact discharge/±4kV (IEC1000-4-2Level 2, EN61000-4-2Level 2)
Atmospheric discharge/±8kV (IEC1000-4-2Level 3, EN61000-4-2Level 3)
Vibration
resistance *2
Sweep
resistance
10 - 57Hz/semi-amplitude 0.15mm 57 - 150Hz/2.0G
80 min. each in x, y, and z directions
(JIS C0040-compliant, IEC68-2-6-compliant)
Impact resistance *2 10G, half-sine shock for 11 ms in x, y, and z directions
(JIS C0041-compliant, IEC68-2-27-compliant)
Ambient
specifications
Grounding Class D grounding (previous class 3 grounding)
*1 When a floppy disk is not in use.
*2 When the HDD and FDD are not in use.

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System Configuration
IPC-BX/M630(PCI)CP
LAN
Printer
2.5inch hard (silicon) disk drive
Buil
RS-232C
USB
Main memory
144pin SO-DIMM
Dedicated FD Drive
PC-FDD25BH
Mouse
Keyboard
Option CD-ROM
LINE IN
LINE OUT
MIC
RAS
PCMCIA card slot (C, CP and C4P models)
PCMCIA types I, II x 2, or III x 1
When three or more slots are needed, select
the C4P model. To use five or more slots or
a full-size board, connect the FA-PA(PC) series.
Expansion slot
(CP and C4P models)
FA-PAC(PC)
series
Expansion
bus adapter
PC-HELPER
series
PCI full-size boards
Display
Panel Link compliant I/F LCD
*Using an optional DVI-Panel
Link conversion cable
General-purpose analog input
display
*Using the bundled DVI-analog
RGB adapter
Figure 2.1. System Configuration

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Physical Dimensions
IPC-BX/M630(PCI)C
55
302
284
262
262 170 126
56 68
5
20
4-φ5
2-R2.5
R5.5
228 1717
[mm]
23.2
Figure 2.2. IPC-BX/M630(PCI)C

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IPC-BX/M630(PCI)CP
302
284
262
262 170 126
56 68
23.2
115
5
20
4-φ5
2-R2.5
R5.5
[mm]
228 1717
Figure 2.3. IPC-BX/M630(PCI)CP

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IPC-BX/M630(PCI)C4P
302
284
262
262 170 126
56 68
23.2
180
[mm]
17
17 228
5
20
4-φ5
2-R2.5
R5.5
Figure 2.4. IPC-BX/M630(PCI)C4P

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3. Hardware Setup
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3. Hardware Setup
Before Using the BOX-PC for the First Time
Follow the next steps to set up the BOX-PC:
STEP1 Install the hard disk and expansion main memory (DIMM) and set
jumper switches.
By referring to the information in this chapter, set the BOX-PC.
STEP2 Connect cables.
Connect necessary external devices, such as a printer and a CRT, to
the BOX-PC using appropriate cables.
STEP3 Turn on the power.
After verifying that you have correctly followed steps 1 and 2, turn on
the power. If you feel something is wrong after turning on the power,
turn off the power immediately and check to see if the BOX-PC has
been set up correctly.
STEP4 Set up BIOS.
By referring to Chapter 4, set up BIOS. This setup requires a
keyboard and a display.
* Before using the BOX-PC, be sure to execute " LOAD SETUP
DEFAULTS" to initialize the BIOS settings to their default values.
(See Chapter 4, "Main Menu.")
Note!
If your BOX-PC is a Windows preinstalled model, be sure to connect the keyboard and
mouse to it before turning the power on for the first time.