IEI Technology PPC-F15B-BTi User manual

PPC-F12B/15B/17B/19B-BTi Panel PC
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User Manual
PPC-F12B/15B/17B/19B-BTi Panel PC
MODEL:
PPC-F12B/15B/17B/19B-BTi
Industrial Panel PC with Intel® Celeron® Processor J1900,
Touchscreen, Dual PCIe Mini, USB 3.1 Gen 1, HDMI,
SATA 6Gb/s, Dual PCIe GbE, iRIS-2400,
IP 65 Compliant Front Panel and RoHS Compliant
Rev. 1.07 – April 2, 2019

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Revision
Date Version Changes
April 2, 2019 1.07 Modified Section 3.11: AT/ATX Mode Selection
February 5, 2018 1.06 Updated Section 2.3: Specifications
Updated Section 1.8: Optional Items
December 26, 2016 1.05 Added PPC-F19B-BTi model information
August 8, 2016 1.04 Added Section 3.10: Wireless LAN Module Installation
(Optional)
June 23, 2016 1.03 Added Section 3.17: OS Installation
Updated Chapter 4: BIOS Setup
May 18, 2016 1.02 Updated Section 3.6: SO-DIMM Installation
Updated Section 3.11: AT/ATX Mode Selection
Updated Section 3.14: Powering On the System
Updated Section 5.4.2: South Bridge
July 31, 2015 1.01 Modified Section 1.2: Model Variation
Modified Section 1.6: Bottom Panel
May 26, 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 MODEL VARIATION..................................................................................................... 3
1.3 FEATURES................................................................................................................... 3
1.4 FRONT PANEL ............................................................................................................. 4
1.5 REAR PANEL............................................................................................................... 4
1.6 BOTTOM PANEL.......................................................................................................... 5
1.7 DIMENSIONS............................................................................................................... 7
1.7.1 PPC-F12B-BTi Dimensions ............................................................................... 7
1.7.2 PPC-F15B-BTi Dimensions ............................................................................... 8
1.7.3 PPC-F17B-BTi Dimensions ............................................................................... 9
1.7.4 PPC-F19B-BTi Dimensions ............................................................................. 10
1.8 SPECIFICATIONS ........................................................................................................11
2 UNPACKING ............................................................................................................... 13
2.1 UNPACKING .............................................................................................................. 14
2.2 PACKING LIST........................................................................................................... 15
2.3 OPTIONAL ITEMS ...................................................................................................... 16
3 INSTALLATION ......................................................................................................... 17
3.1 ANTI-S TAT I C PRECAUTIONS ...................................................................................... 18
3.2 INSTALLATION PRECAUTIONS ................................................................................... 18
3.3 PREINSTALLED COMPONENTS................................................................................... 19
3.4 INSTALLATION AND CONFIGURATION STEPS ............................................................. 19
3.5 REMOVING THE BACK COVER .................................................................................. 20
3.6 SO-DIMM INSTALLATION ....................................................................................... 21
3.7 HDD INSTALLATION................................................................................................. 23
3.8 MSATA MODULE INSTALLATION .............................................................................. 25
3.9 IRIS-2400 MODULE INSTALLATION.......................................................................... 27
3.10 WIRELESS LAN MODULE INSTALLATION (OPTIONAL) ........................................... 30
3.11 AT / AT X MODE SELECTION .................................................................................... 33

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3.12 MOUNTING THE SYSTEM ........................................................................................ 34
3.12.1 Wall Mounting................................................................................................ 34
3.12.2 Panel Mounting.............................................................................................. 37
3.12.3 Rack and Cabinet Installation ....................................................................... 41
3.12.3.1 Rack Mounting for F12B, F15B and F17B ............................................ 42
3.12.3.2 Rack Mounting for F19B ........................................................................ 44
3.12.4 Arm Mounting ................................................................................................ 47
3.12.5 Stand Mounting.............................................................................................. 49
3.13 SERIAL DEVICE CONNECTION ................................................................................ 51
3.13.1 RS-232 Serial Ports (COM1, COM2) ............................................................ 51
3.13.2 RS-232/422/485 Serial Port (COM3) ............................................................ 52
3.14 POWERING ON THE SYSTEM ................................................................................... 52
3.15 RESET THE SYSTEM ................................................................................................ 53
3.16 CLEAR CMOS........................................................................................................ 54
3.17 OS INSTALLATION .................................................................................................. 54
3.18 AVAILABLE DRIVERS .............................................................................................. 55
3.18.1 Driver Download ........................................................................................... 56
3.18.2 Keypad AP...................................................................................................... 57
3.19 IPMI SETUP PROCEDURE ....................................................................................... 58
3.19.1 Managed System Hardware Setup ................................................................. 58
3.19.2 Using the IEI iMAN Web GUI........................................................................ 58
4 SYSTEM MAINTENANCE ....................................................................................... 61
4.1 SYSTEM MAINTENANCE INTRODUCTION .................................................................. 62
4.2 MOTHERBOARD REPLACEMENT ............................................................................... 62
5 BIOS SETUP ................................................................................................................ 63
5.1 INTRODUCTION......................................................................................................... 64
5.1.1 Starting Setup................................................................................................... 64
5.1.2 Using Setup ...................................................................................................... 64
5.1.3 Getting Help..................................................................................................... 65
5.1.4 Unable to Reboot after Configuration Changes .............................................. 65
5.1.5 BIOS Menu Bar................................................................................................ 65
5.2 MAIN........................................................................................................................ 66
5.3 ADVANCED ............................................................................................................... 67

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5.3.1 F81866 Super IO Configuration ...................................................................... 68
5.3.1.1 Serial Port n Configuration ....................................................................... 69
5.3.2 iWDD H/W Monitor ......................................................................................... 72
5.3.3 RTC Wake Settings ........................................................................................... 73
5.3.4 Serial Port Console Redirection ...................................................................... 74
5.3.4.1 Console Redirection Settings.................................................................... 75
5.3.5 iEi Feature ....................................................................................................... 78
5.3.6 CPU Configuration.......................................................................................... 79
5.3.7 IDE Configuration ........................................................................................... 81
5.3.8 USB Configuration........................................................................................... 82
5.4 CHIPSET ................................................................................................................... 83
5.4.1 North Bridge .................................................................................................... 84
5.4.1.1 Intel IGD Configuration............................................................................ 84
5.4.2 South Bridge..................................................................................................... 86
5.4.2.1 PCI Express Configuration ....................................................................... 88
5.5 SECURITY ................................................................................................................. 89
5.6 BOOT........................................................................................................................ 90
5.7 SAV E &EXIT ............................................................................................................ 92
5.8 SERVER MGMT ......................................................................................................... 94
5.8.1 System Event Log ............................................................................................. 95
5.8.2 BMC Network Configuration........................................................................... 96
6 INTERFACE CONNECTORS ................................................................................... 98
6.1 PERIPHERAL INTERFACE CONNECTORS..................................................................... 99
6.2 INTERNAL PERIPHERAL CONNECTORS .................................................................... 100
6.2.1 Audio Connector (AUDIO1) .......................................................................... 102
6.2.2 Chassis Intrusion Connector (CHASSIS1)..................................................... 102
6.2.3 Debug Port (DBG_PORT1)........................................................................... 102
6.2.4 DIO Connector (DIO1).................................................................................. 103
6.2.5 EC Debug Port (CN2).................................................................................... 103
6.2.6 Fan Connector (CPU_FAN1)......................................................................... 104
6.2.7 Front Panel Connector (F_PANEL1)............................................................. 104
6.2.8 I2C Connector (I2C1)..................................................................................... 104
6.2.9 IPMI Active LED Connector (LEDCN1) ....................................................... 105
6.2.10 Keyboard and Mouse Connector (KB_MS1) ............................................... 105

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6.2.11 Keypad Connector (OSD1) .......................................................................... 105
6.2.12 LAN Active LED Connectors (LAN_LED1)................................................. 106
6.2.13 LVDS Connector (LVDS1) ........................................................................... 106
6.2.14 LVDS Backlight Connector (INVERTER1).................................................. 107
6.2.15 PCIe Mini (MINI_PCIE1) and mSATA (M_SATA1) Card Slots................... 107
6.2.16 Power Button Connector (PWR_BTN1) ...................................................... 108
6.2.17 Power Source Connector (PWR1) ............................................................... 108
6.2.18 Reset Button Connector (RST_BTN2).......................................................... 108
6.2.19 Resistive Touchscreen Connector (TOUCH1) ............................................. 109
6.2.20 RS-232 Connector (COM4, COM5) ............................................................ 109
6.2.21 SATA 6Gb/s Connectors (SATA1, SATA2) .....................................................110
6.2.22 SATA Power Connectors (SATA_PWR1, SATA_PWR2)................................110
6.2.23 SMBus Connector (SMB1)............................................................................110
6.2.24 SPI Flash Connector (JSPI1)........................................................................ 111
6.2.25 SPI Flash (EC) Connector (JSPI2)............................................................... 111
6.2.26 U3 Firmware Programming Connector (JP2).............................................. 111
6.2.27 USB 2.0 Connector (USB1) ..........................................................................112
6.3 EXTERNAL INTERFACE PANEL CONNECTORS ...........................................................112
6.3.1 HDMI Connector (HDMI1) ............................................................................113
6.3.2 GbE Connectors (LAN1, LAN2) .....................................................................113
6.3.3 RS-232 Serial Ports (COM1, COM2) .............................................................113
6.3.4 RS-232/422/485 Serial Port (COM3) .............................................................114
6.3.5 USB 2.0 Connectors (USB_CON1).................................................................114
6.3.6 USB 3.1 Gen 1 Connectors (USB3_CON1)....................................................114
6.3.7 VGA Connector (VGA1)..................................................................................115
6.4 PRECONFIGURED JUMPERS ......................................................................................115
6.4.1 Backlight Voltage Selection Jumper (JP1)......................................................116
6.4.2 LVDS Panel Resolution Selection Switch (SW1) ............................................116
6.4.3 Panel Voltage Selection Jumper (JLCD_PWR1) ............................................117
A REGULATORY COMPLIANCE .............................................................................118
B BIOS CONFIGURATION OPTIONS..................................................................... 123
B.1 BIOS CONFIGURATION OPTIONS ........................................................................... 124
C SAFETY PRECAUTIONS ....................................................................................... 126

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C.1 SAFETY PRECAUTIONS........................................................................................... 127
C.1.1 General Safety Precautions........................................................................... 127
C.1.2 Anti-static Precautions .................................................................................. 128
C.1.3 Product Disposal ........................................................................................... 129
C.2 MAINTENANCE AND CLEANING PRECAUTIONS...................................................... 130
C.2.1 Maintenance and Cleaning ........................................................................... 130
C.2.2 Cleaning Tools............................................................................................... 130
D WATCHDOG TIMER .............................................................................................. 132
E HAZARDOUS MATERIALS DISCLOSURE ....................................................... 135

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List of Figures
Figure 1-1: PPC-F12B/15B/17B/19B-BTi Series Panel PC ..........................................................2
Figure 1-2: Front View....................................................................................................................4
Figure 1-3: PPC-F17B-BTi Rear View............................................................................................4
Figure 1-4: PPC-F12B-BTi Bottom View .......................................................................................5
Figure 1-5: PPC-F15B/F17B-BTi Bottom View .............................................................................5
Figure 1-6: PPC-F19B-BTi Bottom View .......................................................................................6
Figure 1-7: PPC-F12B-BTi Dimensions (mm) ..............................................................................7
Figure 1-8: PPC-F15B-BTi Dimensions (mm) ..............................................................................8
Figure 1-9: PPC-F17B-BTi Dimensions (mm) ..............................................................................9
Figure 1-10: PPC-F19B-BTi Dimensions (mm) ..........................................................................10
Figure 3-1: PPC-F17B-BTi Back Cover Retention Screws .......................................................20
Figure 3-2: SO-DIMM Slot Location ............................................................................................21
Figure 3-3: SO-DIMM Heatspreader Installation ........................................................................22
Figure 3-4: SO-DIMM Installation ................................................................................................22
Figure 3-5: PPC-F17B-BTi HDD Bracket Retention Screws .....................................................23
Figure 3-6: HDD Retention Screws .............................................................................................24
Figure 3-7: PPC-F17B-BTi HDD Installation...............................................................................24
Figure 3-8: PCIe Mini Card Slot which supports mSATA .........................................................25
Figure 3-9: Removing the Retention Screws .............................................................................26
Figure 3-10: Inserting the PCIe Mini Card into the Slot at an Angle........................................26
Figure 3-11: Securing the PCIe Mini Card ..................................................................................27
Figure 3-12: Motherboard Retention Screws.............................................................................28
Figure 3-13: iRIS-2400 Module Slot Location ............................................................................28
Figure 3-14: iRIS-2400 Module Installation ................................................................................29
Figure 3-15: Knockouts on Top Panel for Wireless Antennas.................................................30
Figure 3-16: PCIe Mini Slot Location ..........................................................................................30
Figure 3-17: Inserting the WLAN Module ...................................................................................31
Figure 3-18: Securing WLAN Module .........................................................................................31
Figure 3-19: Connecting RF Cables............................................................................................32
Figure 3-20: Securing SMA Connector and External Antenna Installation ............................32
Figure 3-21: AT/ATX Mode Selection..........................................................................................33

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Figure 3-22: Wall-mounting Bracket ...........................................................................................35
Figure 3-23: Mount the Chassis ..................................................................................................36
Figure 3-24: Secure the Chassis.................................................................................................37
Figure 3-25: PPC-F17B-BTi Mounting Bracket Installation ......................................................38
Figure 3-26: PPC-F19B-BTi Mounting Bracket Installation ......................................................38
Figure 3-27: PPC-F12B-BTi Panel Cutout Dimensions .............................................................39
Figure 3-28: PPC-F15B-BTi Panel Cutout Dimensions .............................................................39
Figure 3-29: PPC-F17B-BTi Panel Cutout Dimensions .............................................................39
Figure 3-30: PPC-F19B-BTi Panel Cutout Dimensions.............................................................40
Figure 3-31: Tighten the Mounting Clamp Screws....................................................................41
Figure 3-32: PPC-F17B-BTi Mounting Bracket Installation ......................................................42
Figure 3-33: The Rack/Cabinet Bracket......................................................................................42
Figure 3-34: Secure the Rack/Cabinet Bracket..........................................................................43
Figure 3-35: Install into a Rack/Cabinet .....................................................................................44
Figure 3-36: PPC-F19B-BTi Mounting Bracket Installation ......................................................44
Figure 3-37: Slide through the Rack/Cabinet Bracket ..............................................................45
Figure 3-38: PPC-F19B-BTi Side Bracket Installation...............................................................45
Figure 3-39: Secure the Rack/Cabinet Bracket..........................................................................46
Figure 3-40: Install into a Rack/Cabinet .....................................................................................47
Figure 3-41: Arm Mounting Retention Screw Holes..................................................................48
Figure 3-42: Arm Mounting (ARM-11-RS)...................................................................................49
Figure 3-43: Stand Mounting Retention Screw Holes...............................................................50
Figure 3-44: Stand Mounting (Stand-Axx)..................................................................................50
Figure 3-45: Serial Port Locations ..............................................................................................51
Figure 3-46: Power Input Connector Pinouts ............................................................................52
Figure 3-47: Power Connectors and Power Switch ..................................................................53
Figure 3-48: Reset Button Location............................................................................................53
Figure 3-49: Clear CMOS Button Location.................................................................................54
Figure 3-50: BIOS Option–OS Selection ....................................................................................54
Figure 3-51: IEI Resource Download Center..............................................................................55
Figure 3-52: Keypad AP ...............................................................................................................57
Figure 3-53: IEI iMAN Web Address............................................................................................59
Figure 3-54: IEI iMAN Web GUI....................................................................................................59
Figure 6-1: Main Board Layout Diagram (Front Side) ...............................................................99
Figure 6-2: Main Board Layout Diagram (Solder Side)...........................................................100

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List of Tables
Table 1-1: Model Variation .............................................................................................................3
Table 1-2: System Specifications................................................................................................12
Table 2-1: Packing List.................................................................................................................15
Table 2-2: Optional Items.............................................................................................................16
Table 3-1: RS-232 Serial Port (COM1, COM2) Pinouts ..............................................................51
Table 3-2: RS-232/422/485 Serial Port (COM3) Pinouts ............................................................52
Table 5-1: BIOS Navigation Keys ................................................................................................65
Table 6-1: Peripheral Interface Connectors .............................................................................101
Table 6-2: Audio Connector (AUDIO1) Pinouts .......................................................................102
Table 6-3: Chassis Intrusion Connector (CHASSIS1) Pinouts...............................................102
Table 6-4: Debug Port (DBG_PORT1) Pinouts.........................................................................102
Table 6-5: DIO Connector (DIO1) Pinouts ................................................................................103
Table 6-6: EC Debug Port (CN2) Pinouts..................................................................................103
Table 6-7: Fan Connector (CPU_FAN1) Pinouts......................................................................104
Table 6-8: Front Panel Connector (F_PANEL1) Pinouts.........................................................104
Table 6-9: I2C Connector (I2C1) Pinouts...................................................................................104
Table 6-10: IPMI Active LED Connector (LEDCN1) Pinouts ...................................................105
Table 6-11: Keyboard and Mouse Connector (KB_MS1) Pinouts..........................................105
Table 6-12: Keypad Connector (OSD1) Pinouts ......................................................................105
Table 6-13: LAN Active LED Connectors (LAN_LED1) Pinouts.............................................106
Table 6-14: LVDS Connector (LVDS1) Pinouts........................................................................106
Table 6-15: LVDS Backlight Connector (INVERTER1) Pinouts..............................................107
Table 6-16: PCIe Mini (MINI_PCIE1) and mSATA (M_SATA1) Card Pinouts.........................108
Table 6-17: Power Button Connector (PWR_BTN1) Pinouts..................................................108
Table 6-18: Power Source Connector (PWR1) Pinouts...........................................................108
Table 6-19: Reset Button Connector (RST_BTN2) Pinouts....................................................108
Table 6-20: Resistive Touchscreen Connector (TOUCH1) Pinouts.......................................109
Table 6-21: RS-232 Connector (COM4, COM5) Pinouts..........................................................109
Table 6-22: SATA 6Gb/s Connectors (SATA1, SATA2) Pinouts ............................................110
Table 6-23: SATA Power Connectors (SATA_PWR1, SATA_PWR2) Pinouts.......................110
Table 6-24: SMBus Connector (SMB1) Pinouts.......................................................................110

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Table 6-25: SPI Flash Connector (JSPI1) Pinouts ...................................................................111
Table 6-26: SPI Flash (EC) Connector (JSPI2) Pinouts...........................................................111
Table 6-27: U3 Firmware Programming Connector (JP2) Pinouts ........................................112
Table 6-28: USB 2.0 Connector (USB1) Pinouts......................................................................112
Table 6-29: Rear Panel Connectors ..........................................................................................112
Table 6-30: HDMI Connector (HDMI1) Pinouts.........................................................................113
Table 6-31: RJ-45 GbE Connector (LAN1, LAN2) Pinouts ......................................................113
Table 6-32: RS-232 Serial Port (COM1, COM2) Pinouts ..........................................................113
Table 6-33: RS-232/422/485 Serial Port (COM3) Pinouts ........................................................114
Table 6-34: USB 2.0 Connector (USB_CON1) Pinouts............................................................114
Table 6-35: USB 3.1 Gen 1 Connector (USB3_CON1) Pinouts...............................................115
Table 6-36: VGA Connector (VGA1) Pinouts ...........................................................................115
Table 6-37: Preconfigured Jumpers .........................................................................................115
Table 6-38: Panel Voltage Selection Jumper (JP1) Settings..................................................116
Table 6-39: LVDS Panel Resolution Selection.........................................................................116
Table 6-40: Panel Voltage Selection Jumper (JLCD_PWR1) Settings ..................................117

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1 Introduction
Chapter
1

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1.1 Overview
Figure 1-1: PPC-F12B/15B/17B/19B-BTi Series Panel PC
The PPC-F12B/15B/17B/19B-BTi series is a quad-core Intel® Celeron® processor J1900
powered flat bezel panel PC with a rich variety of functions and peripherals. The rugged
and trendy design can be applied in harsh industrial environments and enriches aesthetic
experience at the same time.
The Intel® Celeron® processor J1900 is a SoC (System-on-Chip) that ensures optimal
memory, graphics, and peripheral I/O support. The system equips with SATA 6Gb/s
interface, supporting both SATA HDD and SSD. In addition, the
PPC-F12B/15B/17B/19B-BTi features Intelligent Platform Management Interface 2.0
(IPMI 2.0) that helps lower the overall costs of server management by enabling users to
maximize IT resource, save time and manage multiple systems. The
PPC-F12B/15B/17B/19B-BTi supports IPMI 2.0 through the optional iRIS-2400 module.
The major external device connections include USB 3.1 Gen 1, USB 2.0, serial port, VGA
and HDMI connectors. Furthermore, the PPC-F12B/15B/17B/19B-BTi has two
full-size/half-size PCIe Mini card slots, allowing installation of a wide variety of PCIe Mini
cards, such as Wi-Fi modules and mSATA modules.

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1.2 Model Variation
The PPC-F12B/15B/17B/19B-BTi series is preinstalled with Intel® Celeron® processor
J1900, which has a 10 W TDP. The model numbers and model variations are listed below.
Model Size Touchscreen Memory Power
PPC-F12B-BTi-J1/2G/R-R10 12” Resistive 2 GB DDR3L 9 V ~ 36 V DC
PPC-F12B-BTi-J1/2G/PC-R10 12” Projected capacitive 2 GB DDR3L 9 V ~ 36 V DC
PPC-F15B-BTi-J1/2G/R-R10 15” Resistive 2 GB DDR3L 9 V ~ 36 V DC
PPC-F15B-BTi-J1/2G/PC-R10 15” Projected capacitive 2 GB DDR3L 9 V ~ 36 V DC
PPC-F17B-BTi-J1/2G/R-R10 17” Resistive 2 GB DDR3L 9 V ~ 36 V DC
PPC-F17B-BTi-J1/2G/PC-R10 17” Projected capacitive 2 GB DDR3L 9 V ~ 36 V DC
PPC-F19B-BTi-J1/2G/R-R10 19” Resistive 2 GB DDR3L 9 V ~ 36 V DC
PPC-F19B-BTi-J1/2G/PC-R10 19” Projected capacitive 2 GB DDR3L 9 V ~ 36 V DC
Table 1-1: Model Variation
1.3 Features
Some of the features of the PPC-F12B/15B/17B/19B-BTi panel PC include:
Supports iRIS remote management solution
Robust aluminum IP 65 compliant front bezel
Aesthetic ultra-thin bezel for seamless panel mount installation
Supports 2 GHz quad-core Intel® Celeron® processor J1900
Pre-installed with 2 GB of DDR3L memory (system max. 8 GB)
Two full-size/half-size PCIe Mini card slots (one supports mSATA SSD)
Supports SATA 6Gb/s interface for both SATA HDD and SSD
HDMI and VGA interfaces support dual video output
Rich I/O interfaces, including two RS-232, one RS-232/422/485, two USB 3.1
Gen 1 (5 Gb/s), two USB 2.0 and audio line-out jack
Wide voltage power input
Optional wireless LAN module
RoHS compliant

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1.4 Front Panel
The front side of the PPC-F12B/15B/17B/19B-BTi (Figure 1-2) is a flat panel LCD
touchscreen surrounded by an aluminum frame.
Figure 1-2: Front View
1.5 Rear Panel
The rear panel has a fan vent, four VESA 100x100 mounting holes and several retention
screws. The VESA 100x100 mounting holes are circled in Figure 1-3.
Figure 1-3: PPC-F17B-BTi Rear View