IEI Technology IKARPC-07A-A9 User manual

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User Manual
MODEL:
IKARPC-07A-A9
7” Android-Based In-
V
ehicle Panel PC with Touchscreen
Freescalei.MX6 ARM Cortex™-A9 CPU, OBD-II, CAN, USB,
Audio, RS-232, RoHS Compliant, IP 54 Front Panel
Rev. 1.02 – October 20, 2016

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Revision
Date Version Changes
October 20, 2016 1.02 Modified Section 2.2: Optional Items
October 28, 2015 1.01 Updated product photos
June 12, 2015 1.00 Initial release

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Safety Instructions
Warning! Read the user manual before connecting the system to the power
source.
Vorsicht! Bitte lesen Sie die Bedienungsanleitung, bevor Sie das System an eine
Stromquelle anschließen.
Attention! Avant de brancher le système à la source d'alimentation, consultez le
mode d'emploi.
Avvertenza! Consultare il manuale utente prima di collegare il sistema
all'alimentatore.
Atención! Lea atentamente este manual del usuario antes de operar la fuente de
alimentación.
警告！在將系統連接到電源之前，請仔細閱讀使用手冊。
警告！在将系统连接到电源之前，请仔细阅读使用手册。
Warning! To prevent the system from overheating, do not operate it in an area that
exceeds the maximum operating temperature described in the user manual.
Vorsicht! Um eine Überhitzung des Systems zu vermeiden, betreiben Sie es
ausschließlich im zulässigen Betriebstemperaturbereich. Dieser ist in der
Bedienungsanleitung vermerkt.
Attention! Pour éviter la surchauffe du système, ne l'utilisez pas dans une zone
dont la température dépasse les limites décrits dans le mode d'emploi.
Avvertenza! Per evitare che il sistema si surriscaldi, non utilizzarlo in aree che
superino la temperatura massima d'esercizio descritta nel manuale utente.
Atención! Para evitar el excesivo calentamiento del sistema, no opere en las
condiciones de temperatura superior a lo recomendado en este manual del
usuario.
警告！為防止系統過熱，不要在超過使用手冊上記載的產品工作溫度範圍之外操作
此系統。
警告！为防止系统过热，不要在超过使用手册上记载的产品工作温度范围之外操作
此系统。

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Warning! Use only the adapter and power cord approved for this system. Use of
another type of adapter may risk fire or explosion. Please refer to the user manual
for the power adapter specifications.
Vorsicht! Nur zugelassene Netzteile und Netzkabel dürfen verwendet werden. Die
Benutzung von anderen Netzteilen kann einen Brand oder eine Explosion zur
Folge haben. Prüfen Sie die jeweiligen Spezifikationen in der
Bedienungsanleitung.
Attention! Utilisez exclusivement le câble d'alimentation et l’adaptateur
homologués pour ce système. L’utilisation d’un autre type d’adaptateur risquerait
de provoquer un incendie ou une explosion. Veuillez référer au mode d'emploi
pour les spécifications de l'adaptateur d'alimentation.
Avvertenza! Utilizzare solo l'adattatore e il cavo di alimentazione approvati per
questo sistema. L'uso di un altro tipo di adattatore può causare rischio d'incendio
o esplosione. Si prega di fare riferimento al manuale utente per le specifiche
sull'alimentazione.
Atención! Utilice solamente el adaptador de corriente alterna (CA) con Marcas
Conformidad otorgadas. Cualquier otro adaptador no otorgado aumenta el riesgo
de explosión o incendio. Por favor consulte el manual del usuario para las
especificaciones del adaptador de alimentación.
警告！只能使用經過認證、適用於本系統的電源變壓器與電源線。使用不適用的電
源變壓器將可能導致火災或爆炸。電源變壓器規格請參考使用手冊。
警告！只能使用经过认证，适用于本系统的电源适配器与电源线。使用不适用的电
源适配器将可能导致火灾或爆炸。电源适配器规格请参考使用手册。
Warning! Ultimate disposal of this product should be handled according to all
national laws and regulations.
Vorsicht! Die Entsorgung dieses Produkts sollte gemäß allen Bestimmungen und
Gesetzen des Landes erfolgen.
Attention! La mise au rebut ou le recyclage de ce produit sont généralement
soumis aux lois et/ou directives de respect de l'environnement. Renseignez-vous
auprès de l'organisme compétent.
Avvertenza! Lo smaltimento di questo prodotto deve essere eseguito secondo le
leggi e i regolamenti locali.
Atención! La disposición final de residuos de este producto se debe cumplir con
las normativas y leyes del país.
警告！本產品的廢棄處理應根據該國家的法律和規章進行。
警告！本产品的废弃处理应根据该国家的法律和规章进行。

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Copyright
COPYRIGHT NOTICE
The information in this document is subject to change without prior notice in order to
improve reliability, design and function and does not represent a commitment on the part
of the manufacturer.
In no event will the manufacturer be liable for direct, indirect, special, incidental, or
consequential damages arising out of the use or inability to use the product or
documentation, even if advised of the possibility of such damages.
This document contains proprietary information protected by copyright. All rights are
reserved. No part of this manual may be reproduced by any mechanical, electronic, or
other means in any form without prior written permission of the manufacturer.
TRADEMARKS
All registered trademarks and product names mentioned herein are used for identification
purposes only and may be trademarks and/or registered trademarks of their respective
owners.

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Manual Conventions
WARNING
Warnings appear where overlooked details may cause damage to the
equipment or result in personal injury. Warnings should be taken
seriously.
CAUTION
Cautionary messages should be heeded to help reduce the chance of
losing data or damaging the product.
NOTE
These messages inform the reader of essential but non-critical
information. These messages should be read carefully as any directions
or instructions contained therein can help avoid making mistakes.
HOT SURFACE
This symbol indicates a hot surface that should not be touched without
taking care.

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Table of Contents
1 INTRODUCTION.......................................................................................................... 1
1.1 OVERVIEW.................................................................................................................. 2
1.2 FEATURES................................................................................................................... 2
1.3 FRONT PANEL............................................................................................................. 3
1.3.1 LED Indicators................................................................................................... 4
1.4 REAR PANEL............................................................................................................... 4
1.5 RIGHT SIDE PANEL ..................................................................................................... 6
1.6 TOP PANEL ................................................................................................................. 6
1.7 BOTTOM PANEL.......................................................................................................... 7
1.8 SYSTEM SPECIFICATIONS............................................................................................ 7
1.9 DIMENSIONS............................................................................................................. 10
2 UNPACKING................................................................................................................11
2.1 PACKING LIST........................................................................................................... 12
2.2 OPTIONAL ITEMS...................................................................................................... 13
3 INSTALLATION ......................................................................................................... 15
3.1ANTI-STATIC PRECAUTIONS...................................................................................... 16
3.2 INSTALLATION PRECAUTIONS................................................................................... 16
3.3 INSTALLATION AND CONFIGURATION STEPS ............................................................. 17
3.4 SD CARD INSTALLATION.......................................................................................... 17
3.5 SIM CARD INSTALLATION........................................................................................ 18
3.6 MOUNTING THE SYSTEM .......................................................................................... 20
3.7 EXTERNAL I/O CONNECTORS ................................................................................... 21
3.7.1 I/O Connector 1 (20-pin)................................................................................. 21
3.7.2 I/O Connector 2 (24-pin)................................................................................. 22
3.7.3 Video Input Connector..................................................................................... 23
3.7.4 Power Input Connection.................................................................................. 24
3.7.5 USB Connector ................................................................................................ 25
3.8 SYSTEM MAINTENANCE........................................................................................... 26

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4 USING THE IKARPC-07A-A9 .................................................................................. 27
4.1 POWER-ON/OFF PROCEDURE ................................................................................... 28
4.1.1 Installation Checklist....................................................................................... 28
4.1.2 Power-on Procedure ........................................................................................ 28
4.1.3 Power-off Procedure........................................................................................ 30
4.2 HOME SCREEN ......................................................................................................... 31
4.2.1 Navigation Buttons........................................................................................... 31
4.2.2 Multiple Home Screens.................................................................................... 32
4.2.3 Adding Shortcut................................................................................................ 32
4.2.4 Favorites Tray.................................................................................................. 33
4.2.5 Arranging Home Screen................................................................................... 34
4.3 STATUS BAR ............................................................................................................. 35
4.4 SETTINGS ................................................................................................................. 36
4.4.1 WIRELESS & NETWORKS.............................................................................. 37
4.4.1.1 More Settings............................................................................................ 38
4.4.2 Sound................................................................................................................ 39
4.4.3 Display............................................................................................................. 40
4.4.4 Storage ............................................................................................................. 41
4.4.5 Apps.................................................................................................................. 42
4.4.6 Users................................................................................................................ 42
4.4.7 Location Access................................................................................................ 43
4.4.8 Security ............................................................................................................ 44
4.4.9 Language & Input............................................................................................ 45
4.4.10 Backup & Reset.............................................................................................. 46
4.4.11 Add account.................................................................................................... 47
4.4.12 Date & Time................................................................................................... 47
4.4.13 Accessibility ................................................................................................... 48
4.4.14 About Tablet................................................................................................... 49
4.5 FILE MANAGEMENT ................................................................................................. 50
4.6 CAMERA................................................................................................................... 52
4.7 SYSTEM UPDATE ...................................................................................................... 53
5 INTERFACE CONNECTORS................................................................................... 54
5.1 PERIPHERAL INTERFACE CONNECTORS..................................................................... 55
5.2 INTERNAL PERIPHERAL CONNECTORS...................................................................... 56

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5.2.1 Camera Connector (CAMERA1) ..................................................................... 57
5.2.2 LED Connector (LED_BD2)............................................................................ 57
5.2.3 LVDS Connector (CN2) ................................................................................... 58
5.2.4 Microphone Connector (MIC1) ....................................................................... 58
5.2.5 Programming Connector (MCU1)................................................................... 59
5.2.6 Programming Connector (JP2) ....................................................................... 59
5.2.7 Speaker Connector (SPK1).............................................................................. 59
5.2.8 Touch Panel Connector (CN10)....................................................................... 59
A REGULATORY COMPLIANCE.............................................................................. 61
B SAFETY PRECAUTIONS......................................................................................... 67
B.1 SAFETY PRECAUTIONS............................................................................................. 68
B.1.1 General Safety Precautions............................................................................. 68
B.1.2 Anti-static Precautions .................................................................................... 69
B.1.3 Product Disposal............................................................................................. 70
B.2 MAINTENANCE AND CLEANING PRECAUTIONS ........................................................ 71
B.2.1 Maintenance and Cleaning.............................................................................. 71
B.2.2 Cleaning Tools................................................................................................. 71
C OBD-II READER COMMAND ................................................................................ 73
C.1 SELECT A CHIP INITIAL MODE:UPDATE F/W OR RUN F/W.................................... 74
C.2 BOOT MODE ............................................................................................................ 74
C.3 RUN MODE.............................................................................................................. 74
C.4 INTO CAN_STANDARD V2.2.B (CAN STANDARD).................................................. 76
C.5 INTO TELEMATICS (VEHICEL INFORMATION) ........................................................... 78
D WATCHDOG TIMER ................................................................................................ 82
E HAZARDOUS MATERIALS DISCLOSURE ......................................................... 85

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List of Figures
Figure 1-1: IKARPC-07A-A9 Panel PC..........................................................................................2
Figure 1-2: Front View....................................................................................................................3
Figure 1-3: LED Indicators.............................................................................................................4
Figure 1-4: Rear View.....................................................................................................................5
Figure 1-5: Right Side Panel..........................................................................................................6
Figure 1-6: Top Panel.....................................................................................................................6
Figure 1-7: Bottom Panel...............................................................................................................7
Figure 1-8: Dimensions (unit: mm).............................................................................................10
Figure 3-1: SD Card Slot Access Panel Retention Screw.........................................................17
Figure 3-2: Install SD Card...........................................................................................................18
Figure 3-3: SIM Card Slot Access Panel Retention Screw.......................................................18
Figure 3-4: Install SIM Card.........................................................................................................19
Figure 3-5: VESA Mount Retention Screw Holes ......................................................................20
Figure 3-6: IO 1 Connector Pinout Locations............................................................................21
Figure 3-7: IO 2 Connector Pinout Locations............................................................................22
Figure 3-8: Video Input Connector..............................................................................................23
Figure 3-9: Power Input Connector.............................................................................................24
Figure 3-10: ACC Power Cable....................................................................................................24
Figure 3-11: Optional Cigarette Lighter Cable...........................................................................25
Figure 3-12: USB Connector........................................................................................................25
Figure 4-1: Power Connector and Power Button ......................................................................29
Figure 4-2: Power-off Confirmation Screen...............................................................................30
Figure 4-3: Navigation Buttons...................................................................................................31
Figure 4-4: Multiple Home Screens.............................................................................................32
Figure 4-5: Launcher Button .......................................................................................................32
Figure 4-6: Launcher Page ..........................................................................................................33
Figure 4-7: Favorites Tray............................................................................................................33
Figure 4-8: Move and Trash Item on Home Screen...................................................................34
Figure 4-9: Status Bar ..................................................................................................................35
Figure 4-10: Status Bar – Setting Shortcut................................................................................35

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Figure 4-11: Status Bar – Notification ........................................................................................36
Figure 4-12: Wireless and Networks Settings ...........................................................................37
Figure 4-13: More Settings Menu................................................................................................38
Figure 4-14: Sound Menu.............................................................................................................39
Figure 4-15: Display Menu...........................................................................................................40
Figure 4-16: Storage Menu ..........................................................................................................41
Figure 4-17: Apps Menu...............................................................................................................42
Figure 4-18: Users Menu..............................................................................................................42
Figure 4-19: Location Access Menu...........................................................................................43
Figure 4-20: Security Menu..........................................................................................................44
Figure 4-21: Language & Input Menu .........................................................................................45
Figure 4-22: Backup & Reset Menu ............................................................................................46
Figure 4-23: Add Account Menu .................................................................................................47
Figure 4-24: Date & Time Menu...................................................................................................47
Figure 4-25: Accessibility Menu..................................................................................................48
Figure 4-26: About Tablet Menu..................................................................................................49
Figure 4-27: ES File Explorer Icon..............................................................................................50
Figure 4-28: ES File Explorer Screen..........................................................................................51
Figure 4-29: Possible Storage Devices ......................................................................................51
Figure 4-30: Camera Application ................................................................................................52
Figure 4-31: Additional System Updates....................................................................................53
Figure 5-1: Main Board Layout Diagram (Front Side)...............................................................55
Figure 5-2: Main Board Layout Diagram (Solder Side).............................................................55

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List of Tables
Table 1-1: Technical Specifications..............................................................................................9
Table 2-1: Packing List.................................................................................................................13
Table 2-2: Optional Items.............................................................................................................14
Table 3-1: IO 1 Connector Pinouts..............................................................................................21
Table 3-2: IO 2 Connector Pinouts..............................................................................................22
Table 3-3: Video Input Connector Pinouts.................................................................................23
Table 3-4: Power Input Connector Pinouts................................................................................24
Table 4-1: Power State and Ignition System..............................................................................29
Table 4-2: Navigation Buttons.....................................................................................................31
Table 4-3: Camera Application–Camera Setting Buttons.........................................................52
Table 5-1: Peripheral Interface Connectors...............................................................................56
Table 5-2: Camera Connector (CAMERA1) Pinouts..................................................................57
Table 5-3: LED Connector (LED_BD2) Pinouts .........................................................................57
Table 5-4: LVDS Connector (CN2) Pinouts ................................................................................58
Table 5-5: Microphone Connector (MIC1) Pinouts....................................................................58
Table 5-6: Programming Connector (MCU1) Pinouts ...............................................................59
Table 5-7: Programming Connector (JP2) Pinouts...................................................................59
Table 5-8: Speaker Connector (SPK1) Pinouts..........................................................................59
Table 5-9: Touch Panel Connector (CN10) Pinouts ..................................................................60

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Chapter
1
1 Introduction

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1.1 Overview
Figure 1-1: IKARPC-07A-A9 Panel PC
The IKARPC-07A-A9 is a 7” Android-based panel PC designed for in-car use.
At the heart of the system is the Freescale™ i.MX6 ARM Cortex™-A9 processor, offering
low power in a powerful package. The system also offers a multimedia experience with a
built-in camera, microphone and speaker. Other peripherals include one USB port, one
video input connector, and two I/O connectors which support RS-232, OBD-II, CAN 2.0 B,
digital I/O, USB and audio input/output. Wireless networking capabilities include
Bluetooth 4.0 and 802.11a/b/g/n.
1.2 Features
The IKARPC-07A-A9 features the following:
2-point projected capacitive touchscreen
Freescale™ i.MX6 ARM Cortex™-A9 processor
On-board 1.0 GB SDRAM memory
Pre-installed Android 4.2 operating system
802.11a/b/g/n wireless
Bluetooth 4.0 + EDR Class 1
3.75G connectivity with optional external antenna
Support OBD-II, CAN 2.0 B, digital I/O and RS-232

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GPS antenna connector
5-megapixel front-facing camera, speaker, microphone
IP 54 compliant front panel
RoHS compliance
1.3 Front Panel
The front of the IKARPC-07A-A9 is a flat panel screen with a plastic frame. The
components on the front panel are listed below:
5-megapixel camera
Ambient light sensor
LED indicators (see Section 1.3.1)
Microphone
RFID reader
Figure 1-2: Front View

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1.3.1 LED Indicators
The LED indicators on the front panel show the status of power, Bluetooth, Wi-Fi and
GPRS/HSUPA connection.
Figure 1-3: LED Indicators
1.4 Rear Panel
The rear panel has VESA mounting screw holes and an access panel for SD card and SIM
card. The following I/O connectors can also be found on the rear panel.
1 x 9 V~ 30 V DC input connector
20-pin connector:
o1 x 10/100 Mbps LAN
o1 x CAN 2.0 B
o1 x OBD-II
o1 x USB
24-pin connector:
o1 x Audio line-out (R+L)
o1 x Audio line-in
o1 x RS-232
o2-bit digital input
o2-bit digital output
8-pin connector:
o4 x Video in

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1 x 3.75G antenna connector
1 x GPS antenna connector
Figure 1-4: Rear View

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1.5 Right Side Panel
The right side panel has one USB 2.0 host port.
Figure 1-5: Right Side Panel
1.6 Top Panel
The top panel has a power button. Press the power button for 4~6 seconds to power on
the system.
Figure 1-6: Top Panel

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1.7 Bottom Panel
The bottom panel has a 2 W speaker.
Figure 1-7: Bottom Panel
1.8 System Specifications
The technical specifications for the IKARPC-07A-A9 systems are listed in Table 1-1.
System
CPU Freescale™ i.MX6 ARM Cortex™-A9 processor
Memory On-board 1 GB SDRAM memory
Boot Flash On-board 8 GB iNAND flash
OS Android 4.2
Storage One SD card slot (SD 2.0 compatible, max. 32 GB)
Audio 1 x Speaker (2 W)
1 x Microphone
Camera Front-facing 5-megapixel camera
Watchdog Timer Software programmable supports 1~255 sec. system reset
Real-time Clock Battery backup RTC
Display
LCD 7” TFT LCD with LED backlight
Max. Resolution 1024 x 600 (WSVGA)
Brightness (cd/m2) 500
Contrast Ratio 700:1
Viewing Angle 75/75/70/75 degree
Touchscreen 2-point projected capacitive touchscreen with USB interface
Auto-dimming Ambient light sensor on the front panel

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Communication
LAN 1 x 10/100 Mbps
Wireless LAN 802.11a/b/g/n
Bluetooth Bluetooth 4.0 + HS
WWAN Built-in u-blox LISA-U200-02S 3.75G UMTS/HSPA+ module supports:
HSPA/UMTS-800/850/1900/2100 MHz
Quad-band EDGE/GPRS/GSM-850/900/1800/1900MHz
GPS Built-in u-blox NEO-M8N GPS module with external antenna
RFID On-board RFID antenna
13.56MHz protocols supported:
ISO/IEC 14443A, ISO/IEC 14443B PCD 106 kbit/s to 848 kbit/s
ISO/IEC 14443A, ISO/IEC 14443B PICC 106 kbit/s to 424 kbit/s
Power
Power Input 4-pin (2x2) Molex power connector supports DC or ACC power
Optional 40 W power adapter with transfer cable
DC Power 9 V ~ 30 V DC input via cigarette lighter power cable
ACC Power ACC power on/off mode with software configurable delay time
Physical Character
Construction Material ABS + PC plastic front frame
Mounting VESA 75 mm x 75 mm
Dimensions (W x H x D) 210 mm x 154 mm x 29 mm
Operation Temperature -20ºC ~ 60ºC with air flow
Storage Temperature -30ºC ~ 70ºC
Humidity 5% ~ 85%, non-condensing
Net Weight 800 g
Operating Shock Half-sine wave shock 5 G, 11 ms, 3 shocks per axis
Operating Vibration MIL-STD-810G 514.6C-1 (with SSD)
IP level IP 54 compliant front panel
Safety CE, FCC, e-MARK
Connectors and Buttons
Antenna Connectors 1 x 3.75G antenna SMA female connector
1 x GPS antenna SMA female connector
Expansion Slot 1 x SIM card slot