IEI Technology PPC2-C-EHL Series User manual

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User Manual
PC
Rev. 1.00 –November 10, 2022
Panel PC equips Intel® Celeron® J6412 processor, on-board
8GB memory, HDMI display output, dual 2.5G Ethernet port,
one M.2 M key & one M.2 B key expansion slots, 12~24V DC
input, anti-glare and anti-UV 10-point touchscreen
PPC2-Cxxx-EHL Series
B/15B/17B/19B-BTi
MODEL:

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Revision
Date
Version
Changes
November 10, 2022
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 PPC2-C08-EHL Dimensions ..............................................................................7
1.7.2 PPC2-C10-EHL Dimensions ..............................................................................8
1.7.3 PPC2-C12-EHL Dimensions ..............................................................................9
1.7.4 PPC2-C15-EHL Dimensions ............................................................................10
1.7.5 PPC2-CW15-EHL Dimensions.........................................................................11
1.7.6 PPC2-C17-EHL Dimensions ............................................................................12
1.7.7 PPC2-C19-EHL Dimensions ............................................................................13
1.7.8 PPC2-CW19-EHL Dimensions.........................................................................14
1.7.9 PPC2-CW22-EHL Dimensions.........................................................................15
1.8 SPECIFICATIONS.........................................................................................................16
2 UNPACKING ................................................................................................................22
2.1 UNPACKING...............................................................................................................23
2.2 PACKING LIST ...........................................................................................................24
2.3 OPTIONAL ITEMS.......................................................................................................24
3 INSTALLATION...........................................................................................................25
3.1 ANTI-STATIC PRECAUTIONS.......................................................................................26
3.2 INSTALLATION PRECAUTIONS....................................................................................26
3.3 PREINSTALLED COMPONENTS....................................................................................27
3.4 INSTALLATION AND CONFIGURATION STEPS ..............................................................27
3.5 REMOVING THE BACK COVER...................................................................................28
3.6 HDD INSTALLATION (OPTIONAL)..............................................................................29

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3.7 M.2 MODULE INSTALLATION (OPTIONAL).................................................................31
3.8 AT/ATX MODE SELECTION.......................................................................................33
3.9 MOUNTING THE SYSTEM ...........................................................................................34
3.9.1 Wall Mounting...................................................................................................34
3.9.2 Panel, Rack and Cabinet Installation ...............................................................38
3.9.3 Arm Mounting ...................................................................................................44
3.9.4 Stand Mounting.................................................................................................46
3.10 SERIAL DEVICE CONNECTION .................................................................................47
3.10.1 RS-232 Serial Ports.........................................................................................48
3.10.2 RS-232/422/485 Serial Port............................................................................49
3.11 POWERING ON THE SYSTEM ....................................................................................49
3.12 RESET THE SYSTEM .................................................................................................50
3.13 CLEAR CMOS.........................................................................................................50
3.14 AVAILABLE DRIVERS...............................................................................................51
3.14.1 Driver Download ............................................................................................52
4 SYSTEM MAINTENANCE ........................................................................................54
4.1 SYSTEM MAINTENANCE INTRODUCTION...................................................................55
4.2 MOTHERBOARD REPLACEMENT................................................................................55
5 INTERFACE CONNECTORS ....................................................................................56
5.1 PERIPHERAL INTERFACE CONNECTORS......................................................................57
5.2 INTERNAL PERIPHERAL CONNECTORS.......................................................................58
5.2.1 Fan connector (CPU_FAN1) ............................................................................58
5.2.2 Battery connector (BAT2) .................................................................................59
5.2.3 EC debug port (EC_DEBUG1).........................................................................59
5.2.4 SPI flash connector (JBIOS1) ...........................................................................59
5.2.5 Capacitive touch port (TOUCH_USB) .............................................................59
5.2.6 SATA 6Gb/s connectors (SATA2).......................................................................60
5.2.7 SATA power connectors (SATA2_PWR) ............................................................60
5.2.8 Resistive touch port (DMC6000_CN1) .............................................................60
5.2.9 ISATA connector (SATA1) .................................................................................60
5.2.10 M.2 B-Key slot (M2_1) ...................................................................................61
5.2.11 M.2 M-Key slot (M2_M1)................................................................................62
5.2.12 IDPM connector (J_M2_EDP_LVDS)............................................................63

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5.2.13 Flash mode connector (J_FLASH1) ...............................................................66
5.2.14 SPI flash (EC) connector (EC_SPI1)..............................................................66
5.2.15 Chassis intrusion (CHASSIS1)........................................................................66
5.2.16 Debug port (DBG_PORT1)............................................................................66
5.2.17 Power button connector (PWR_BTN1)...........................................................67
5.3 EXTERNAL INTERFACE PANEL CONNECTORS.............................................................67
5.3.1 HDMI Connector (HDMI1) ..............................................................................67
5.3.2 2.5GbE Connector (LAN1, LAN2)....................................................................68
5.3.3 USB 2.0 Connectors (USB2_CON1).................................................................68
5.3.4 USB 3.2 Gen 1 Connector (USB3_CON1) .......................................................68
A REGULATORY COMPLIANCE ...............................................................................70
B SAFETY PRECAUTIONS..........................................................................................75
B.1 SAFETY PRECAUTIONS..............................................................................................76
B.1.1 General Safety Precautions ..............................................................................76
B.1.2 Anti-static Precautions .....................................................................................77
B.1.3 Product Disposal ..............................................................................................78
B.2 MAINTENANCE AND CLEANING PRECAUTIONS.........................................................79
B.2.1 Maintenance and Cleaning...............................................................................79
B.2.2 Cleaning Tools..................................................................................................79
C WATCHDOG TIMER .................................................................................................81
D HAZARDOUS MATERIALS DISCLOSURE ..........................................................84

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List of Figures
Figure 1-1: PPC2-Cxxx-EHL Series Panel PC........................................................................2
Figure 1-2: Front View...........................................................................................................4
Figure 1-3: PPC2-Cxxx-EHL Series Rear View ......................................................................4
Figure 1-4: PPC2-C08-EHL Bottom View ...............................................................................5
Figure 1-5: PPC2-C10-EHL Bottom View ...............................................................................5
Figure 1-6: PPC2-C12-EHL Bottom View ...............................................................................5
Figure 1-7: PPC2-C15/CW15/C17/C19/CW19/CW22-EHL Bottom View ..................................6
Figure 1-8: PPC2-C08-EHL Dimensions (Unit: mm)...............................................................7
Figure 1-9: PPC2-C10-EHL Dimensions (mm) .......................................................................8
Figure 1-10: PPC2-C12-EHL Dimensions (mm) .....................................................................9
Figure 1-11: PPC2-C15-EHL Dimensions (mm) ................................................................... 10
Figure 1-12: PPC2-CW15-EHL Dimensions (mm) ................................................................ 11
Figure 1-13: PPC2-C17-EHL Dimensions (mm) ................................................................... 12
Figure 1-14: PPC2-C19-EHL Dimensions (mm) ................................................................... 13
Figure 1-15: PPC2-CW19-EHL Dimensions (mm) ................................................................ 14
Figure 1-16: PPC2-CW22-EHL Dimensions (mm) ................................................................ 15
Figure 3-1: PPC2-Cxxx-EHL Back Cover Retention Screws ................................................ 28
Figure 3-2: PPC2-Cxxx-EHL HDD Bracket Retention Screws .............................................. 29
Figure 3-3: HDD Retention Screws...................................................................................... 30
Figure 3-4: PPC2-Cxxx-EHL HDD Installation ..................................................................... 30
Figure 3-5: M.2 Slot Location .............................................................................................. 31
Figure 3-6: Press the end of the M.2 retaining clip.............................................................. 32
Figure 3-7: Insert M.2 Card.................................................................................................. 32
Figure 3-8: Securing the M.2 card ....................................................................................... 33
Figure 3-9: AT/ATX Mode Selection .................................................................................... 33
Figure 3-10: Wall-mounting Bracket ................................................................................... 35
Figure 3-11: Mount the Chassis .......................................................................................... 36
Figure 3-12: Secure the Chassis ......................................................................................... 37
Figure 3-13: PPC2-Cxxx-EHL Series Panel Mount Kit Installation ....................................... 38
Figure 3-14: PPC2-C08-EHL Panel Cutout Dimensions ....................................................... 39
Figure 3-15: PPC2-C10-EHL Panel Cutout Dimensions ....................................................... 39

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Figure 3-16: PPC2-C12-EHL Panel Cutout Dimensions ....................................................... 40
Figure 3-17: PPC2-C15-EHL Panel Cutout Dimensions ....................................................... 40
Figure 3-18: PPC2-C17-EHL Panel Cutout Dimensions ....................................................... 40
Figure 3-19: PPC2-C19-EHL Panel Cutout Dimensions ....................................................... 41
Figure 3-20: PPC2-CW15-EHL Panel Cutout Dimensions.................................................... 41
Figure 3-21: PPC2-CW19-EHL Panel Cutout Dimensions.................................................... 41
Figure 3-22: PPC2-CW22-EHL Panel Cutout Dimensions.................................................... 42
Figure 3-23: Machine mounted to panel .............................................................................. 42
Figure 3-24: Installation Panel Mount Kit ............................................................................ 43
Figure 3-25: Tighten the Mounting Screws ......................................................................... 43
Figure 3-26: Install into a Rack/Cabinet .............................................................................. 44
Figure 3-27: Arm Mounting Retention Screw Holes ............................................................ 45
Figure 3-28: Arm Mounting (ARM -XX-RS) ........................................................................... 46
Figure 3-29: Stand Mounting Retention Screw Holes.......................................................... 47
Figure 3-30: Stand Mounting (Stand-Cxx) ........................................................................... 47
Figure 3-31: Serial Port Locations of PPC2-C15/CW15/C17/C19/CW19/CW22-EHL ............. 48
Figure 3-32: Power Input Connector Pinouts ...................................................................... 49
Figure 3-33: Power Connectors and Power Switch ............................................................. 50
Figure 3-34: Reset Button Location .................................................................................... 50
Figure 3-35: Clear CMOS Button Location .......................................................................... 50
Figure 3-36: IEI Resource Download Center ....................................................................... 51
Figure 5-1: Main Board Layout Diagram (Front Side) .......................................................... 57
Figure 5-2: Main Board Layout Diagram (Solder Side) ........................................................ 57

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List of Tables
Table 1-1: Model Variation ....................................................................................................3
Table 1-2: PPC2-C08/C10/C12 Specifications...................................................................... 17
Table 1-3: PPC2-C15/CW15/C17 Specifications .................................................................. 19
Table 1-4: PPC2-C19/CW19/CW22 Specifications ............................................................... 21
Table 2-1: Packing List ....................................................................................................... 24
Table 2-2: Optional Item s .................................................................................................... 24
Table 3-1: AT/ATX Mode Selection ...................................................................................... 33
Table 3-2: RS-232 Serial Port Pinouts ................................................................................. 48
Table 3-3: RS-232/422/485 Serial Port (COM3) Pinouts ....................................................... 49
Table 5-1: Peripheral Interface Connectors......................................................................... 58
Table 5-2: Fan connector (CPU_FAN1) Pinouts .................................................................. 59
Table 5-3: Battery connector (BAT2) Pinouts...................................................................... 59
Table 5-4: EC debug port (EC_DEBUG1)............................................................................. 59
Table 5-5: SPI flash connector (JBIOS1) Pinouts ................................................................ 59
Table 5-6: Capacitive touch port (TOUCH_USB) Pinouts .................................................... 60
Table 5-7: SATA 6Gb/s connectors (SATA2) Pinouts .......................................................... 60
Table 5-8: SATA power connectors (SATA2_PWR) Pinouts................................................ 60
Table 5-9: Resistive touch port (DMC6000_CN1) Pinouts ................................................... 60
Table 5-10: ISATA connector (SATA1) Pinouts ................................................................... 61
Table 5-11: M.2 B-Key slot (M2_1) Pinouts.......................................................................... 62
Table 5-12: M.2 M-Key slot (M2_M1) Pinouts....................................................................... 63
Table 5-13: IDPM connector (J_M2_EDP_LVDS) Pinouts .................................................... 65
Table 5-14: Flash mode connector (J_FLASH1) Pinouts ..................................................... 66
Table 5-15: SPI flash (EC) connector (EC_SPI1) Pinouts .................................................... 66
Table 5-16: Chassis intrusion (CHASSIS1) Pinouts ............................................................ 66
Table 5-17: Debug port (DBG_PORT1) Pinouts ................................................................... 66
Table 5-18: Reset Button Connector (RST_BTN2) Pinouts ................................................. 67
Table 5-19: Rear Panel Connectors..................................................................................... 67
Table 5-20: HDMI Connector (HDMI1) Pinouts .................................................................... 68
Table 5-21: 2.5GbE Connector (LAN1, LAN2) Pinouts......................................................... 68
Table 5-22: USB 2.0 Connectors (USB2_CON1) Pinouts ..................................................... 68

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Table 5-23: USB 3.2 Gen 1 Connector (USB3_CON1).......................................................... 69

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1Introduction
Chapter
1

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1.1 Overview
Figure 1-1: PPC2-Cxxx-EHL Series Panel PC
The PPC2-Cxxx-EHL series is a quad-core Intel® Celeron® processor J6412 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 J6412 is a SoC (System-on-Chip) that ensures optimal
memory, graphics, and peripheral I/O support.
The major external device connections include USB 3.2 Gen 1, USB 2.0, serial port, Lan
port and HDMI connectors. Furthermore, the PPC2-Cxxx-EHL Series has two M.2 (1 x
M.2 M key、1 x M.2 B key) slots, Allows installation of M.2 interface memory cards and AI
accelerator cards.

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1.2 Model Variation
The PPC2-Cxxx-EHL Series is preinstalled with Intel® Celeron® processor J6412, which
has a 10 W TDP. The model numbers and model variations are listed below.
Model
Size
I/O Port
PPC2-C08-EHL-J1/8G-R10
8”
4 x USB, 2 x COM
PPC2-C10-EHL-J1/8G-R10
10.4”
4 x USB, 3 x COM
PPC2-C12-EHL-J1/8G-R10
12.1”
6 x USB, 4 x COM
PPC2-C15-EHL-J1/8G-R10
15”
6 x USB, 5 x COM
PPC2-CW15-EHL-J1/8G-R10
15.6”
PPC2-C17-EHL-J1/8G-R10
17”
PPC2-C19-EHL-J1/8G-R10
19”
PPC2-CW19-EHL-J1/8G-R10
18.5”
PPC2-CW22-EHL-J1/8G-R10
21.5”
Table 1-1: Model Variation
1.3 Features
Some of the features of the PPC2-Cxxx-EHL Series panel PC include:
▪Equipped Intel® Celeron® processor J6412
▪Robust aluminum IP 65 compliant front panel
▪IP2EHL_XC Expansion Interface
▪M.2 B Key & M.2 M Key
▪Anti-glare and anti-UV touchscreen
▪Support gloved and wet hand operation
▪Newly designed panel mount kit
▪New graphical BIOS Interface
▪Supports dual 2.5G Ethernet port
▪Pre-installed with 8 GB of LPDDR4x memory
▪HDMI output
▪RoHS compliant

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1.4 Front Panel
The front side of the PPC2-Cxxx-EHL Series (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 75/100 mounting holes and several retention
screws. The VESA 75/100 mounting holes are circled in Figure 1-3.
Figure 1-3: PPC2-Cxxx-EHL Series Rear View

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1.6 Bottom Panel
The bottom panel has the following interfaces:
Figure 1-4: PPC2-C08-EHL Bottom View
Figure 1-5: PPC2-C10-EHL Bottom View
Figure 1-6: PPC2-C12-EHL Bottom View

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Figure 1-7: PPC2-C15/CW15/C17/C19/CW19/CW22-EHL Bottom View
WARNING:
Before installing the operating system, the user must enter the Boot
BIOS menu first and choose which operating system will be installed.
Otherwise, the USB 2.0 and USB 3.2 Gen 1 ports may not be detected.