IEI Technology VTT-1000 User manual

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User Manual
MODEL:
VTT-1000
V
ehicle Tracking Terminal with Touchscreen
ARM9 400 MHz CPU, USB, Audio, DIO, RS-232,
RoHS Compliant, IP 54 Protection
Rev. 2.00 – June 12, 2015

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Revision
Date Version Changes
June 12, 2015 2.00 Updated for R20 version
April 14, 2011 1.00 Initial release

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Copyright
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Table of Contents
1 INTRODUCTION.......................................................................................................... 1
1.1 OVERVIEW.................................................................................................................. 2
1.2 FEATURES................................................................................................................... 2
1.3 FRONT PANEL............................................................................................................. 3
1.4 SIDE PANELS .............................................................................................................. 4
1.5 BOTTOM PANEL.......................................................................................................... 4
1.6 REAR PANEL............................................................................................................... 5
1.7 SYSTEM SPECIFICATIONS............................................................................................ 6
1.8 DIMENSIONS............................................................................................................... 8
2 UNPACKING................................................................................................................. 9
3 INSTALLATION ......................................................................................................... 12
3.1ANTI-STATIC PRECAUTIONS...................................................................................... 13
3.2 INSTALLATION PRECAUTIONS................................................................................... 13
3.3 INSTALLATION AND CONFIGURATION STEPS ............................................................. 14
3.4 SIM CARD INSTALLATION........................................................................................ 14
3.5 MICROSD CARD INSTALLATION................................................................................ 15
3.6 MOUNTING THE SYSTEM (OPTIONAL) ...................................................................... 16
3.7 BOTTOM PANEL CONNECTORS ................................................................................. 19
3.7.1 Digital I/O and RS-232 Connection................................................................. 19
3.7.2 RS-232 Connection .......................................................................................... 20
3.7.3 Power Input Connection.................................................................................. 21
3.7.4 USB Device Connection................................................................................... 21
3.8 POWER-ON PROCEDURE........................................................................................... 22
3.8.1 Installation Checklist....................................................................................... 22
3.8.2 Power-on Procedure........................................................................................ 23
3.9 SYSTEM MAINTENANCE........................................................................................... 24
3.9.1 Software ........................................................................................................... 24
3.9.2 Hardware ......................................................................................................... 25
4 APPLICATION TOOLS ............................................................................................. 26

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4.1 INTRODUCTION......................................................................................................... 27
4.1.1 VTT_UTILS...................................................................................................... 27
4.1.2 Register Utils ................................................................................................... 27
5 SDK ............................................................................................................................... 28
5.1 INTRODUCTION......................................................................................................... 29
5.2 DEMO APPLICATION ................................................................................................. 29
5.3 VTT-1000API......................................................................................................... 29
5.3.1 Digital I/O API................................................................................................. 30
5.3.2 COM (Serial) Port API.................................................................................... 30
5.3.3 Temperature API .............................................................................................. 31
5.3.4 Programming Key API..................................................................................... 31
5.3.5 E-Compass API................................................................................................ 32
5.3.6 G-Sensor API................................................................................................... 32
6 INTERFACE CONNECTORS................................................................................... 34
6.1 PERIPHERAL INTERFACE CONNECTORS..................................................................... 35
6.2 INTERNAL PERIPHERAL CONNECTORS...................................................................... 36
6.2.1 3G Module Connector (CN6)........................................................................... 36
6.2.2 LCD Connector (LCM1).................................................................................. 38
6.2.3 Programmable Button Connector (JP1).......................................................... 39
6.2.4 Speaker Connector (CN5)................................................................................ 39
6.2.5 Operation Mode Selection Jumper (CN1) ....................................................... 39
A REGULATORY COMPLIANCE.............................................................................. 40
B SAFETY PRECAUTIONS......................................................................................... 45
B.1 SAFETY PRECAUTIONS............................................................................................. 46
B.1.1 General Safety Precautions............................................................................. 46
B.1.2 Anti-static Precautions .................................................................................... 47
B.1.3 Product Disposal............................................................................................. 48
B.2 MAINTENANCE AND CLEANING PRECAUTIONS ........................................................ 48
B.2.1 Maintenance and Cleaning.............................................................................. 48
B.2.2 Cleaning Tools................................................................................................. 49
C HAZARDOUS MATERIALS DISCLOSURE......................................................... 50
C.1 HAZARDOUS MATERIALS DISCLOSURE TABLE FOR IPB PRODUCTS CERTIFIED AS

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ROHS COMPLIANT UNDER 2002/95/EC WITHOUT MERCURY ....................................... 51

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List of Figures
Figure 1-1: VTT-1000 Panel PC......................................................................................................2
Figure 1-2: Front View....................................................................................................................3
Figure 1-3: Side Panels..................................................................................................................4
Figure 1-4: Bottom Panel...............................................................................................................5
Figure 1-5: Rear View.....................................................................................................................5
Figure 1-6: Dimensions (unit: mm)...............................................................................................8
Figure 3-1: Rubber Cover of Left Panel......................................................................................14
Figure 3-2: SIM Card Installation.................................................................................................15
Figure 3-3: Rubber Cover of Left Panel......................................................................................15
Figure 3-4: microSD Card Installation........................................................................................16
Figure 3-5: Secure Suction Cup and Bracket ............................................................................17
Figure 3-6: Install the Mounting Kit ............................................................................................18
Figure 3-7: Secure the Mounting Kit to the Windshield............................................................18
Figure 3-8: DIO and Serial Communication Cable ....................................................................19
Figure 3-9: Digital I/O and RS-232 Connector Pinouts Location .............................................19
Figure 3-10: RS-232 Cable ...........................................................................................................20
Figure 3-11: RS-232 Connector Pinout Locations.....................................................................20
Figure 3-12: D-Sub 9 Connector Pinouts of the RS-232 Cable ................................................21
Figure 3-13: Power Input Connector...........................................................................................21
Figure 3-14: Cigarette Lighter Cable...........................................................................................21
Figure 3-15: USB Device Connection.........................................................................................22
Figure 3-16: Power Connector ....................................................................................................23
Figure 3-17: Powering Off............................................................................................................24
Figure 3-18: Updating OS ............................................................................................................25
Figure 4-1: VTT_UTILS Tool ........................................................................................................27
Figure 4-2: Register Utils.............................................................................................................27
Figure 6-1: Main Board Layout Diagram (Front Side)...............................................................35
Figure 6-2: Main Board Layout Diagram (Solder Side).............................................................35

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List of Tables
Table 1-1: Technical Specifications..............................................................................................7
Table 2-1: Packing List.................................................................................................................11
Table 2-2: Optional Item...............................................................................................................11
Table 3-1: Digital I/O and RS-232 Connector Pinouts...............................................................19
Table 3-2: RS-232 Connector Pinouts ........................................................................................20
Table 6-1: Peripheral Interface Connectors...............................................................................36
Table 6-2: 3G Module Connector (CN6) Pinouts .......................................................................37
Table 6-3: LCD Connector (LCM1) Pinouts................................................................................38
Table 6-4: Programmable Button Connector (JP1) Pinouts.....................................................39
Table 6-5: Speaker Connector (CN5) Pinouts............................................................................39
Table 6-6: Operation Mode Selection Jumper (CN1) Settings .................................................39

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Chapter
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1 Introduction

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1.1 Overview
Figure 1-1: VTT-1000 Panel PC
The VTT-1000 is a 3.5” panel PC designed for in-car use.
At the heart of the system is the Samsung ARM9 processor, offering low power in a
powerful package. The VTT-1000 provides GSM/GPRS communication and is a GPS
ready system. The system also offers a multimedia experience with a 1.5 W speaker.
Other peripherals include one USB mini-B port, digital I/O port, two RS-232 ports and an
audio output.
1.2 Features
There are two models in the VTT-1000. Both models feature the following:
3.5” TFT LCD touch screen
Embedded with ARM9 400MHz CPU
Pre-installed Microsoft Windows CE 6.0
Built-in GSM/GPRS and antenna
uBlox MAX-6Q GPS Receiver
On-board 128 MB DDR2 memory
IP 54 compliant front panel
RoHS compliance

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1.3 Front Panel
The front of the VTT-1000 is a flat panel screen with a plastic frame. The components on
the front panel are list below:
LED indicators:
oRed: power LED
oGreen: GPRS LED
oBlue: GPS LED
1 x Speaker (1.5 W)
7 x Programmable buttons
Figure 1-2: Front View

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1.4 Side Panels
The left panel has a SIM card slot and a microSD card slot. These slots are both protected
by a rubber cover.
The right panel has an optional power switch, a reset button and one audio line-out jack.
The switch and the connector are both protected by a rubber cover.
Figure 1-3: Side Panels
1.5 Bottom Panel
The following are found on the bottom panel.
1 x 9 V–30 V DC input connector
1 x USB 2.0 mini-B connector
1 x RS-232 connector
1 x Digital I/O and RS-232 connector

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Figure 1-4: Bottom Panel
1.6 Rear Panel
The rear panel has mounting holes and an external GPS antenna connector.
Figure 1-5: Rear View

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1.7 System Specifications
The technical specifications for the VTT-1000 systems are listed in Table 1-1.
System
CPU Samsung S3C2416 ARM9 400 MHz
Memory On-board 128 MB 133 MHz DDR2 memory
OS Microsoft Windows Embedded CE 6.0
Storage 256 MB NAND flash memory
1 x microSD card slot
Audio 1 x Speaker (1.5 W)
1 x Audio line-out jack
Digital I/O 2 inputs/ 2 outputs
Display
LCD 3.5” TFT LCD with 4-wire resistive touchscreen
Max. Resolution 320 x 240 (QVGA)
Brightness (cd/m2) 450
Viewing Angle 50/55/60/60 degree
Communication
WWAN Quad-Band GSM 800/850/900/1700/1900/2100 MHz
GPRS Class 12
GSM 850/900/1800/1900 MHz
GPS u-blox MAX-6Q GPS module supports expandable external antenna
Power
Power Input 9 V ~ 30 V DC input via cigarette lighter power cable
Physical Character
Construction Material ABS + PC plastic front frame
Mounting Suction mount
Dimensions (W x H x D) 128 mm x 89 mm x 32 mm
Operation Temperature -20ºC ~ 50ºC
Storage Temperature -30ºC ~ 70ºC
Humidity 5% ~ 85% non-condense
Net weight 177 g
IP level (front panel) IP 54

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Drop Survival 1 M
Safety CE/FCC/E-MARK/BSMI
Connectors and Buttons
Antenna Connector 1 x External GPS antenna connector
I/O Ports and Switches 1 x 9 V~ 30 V DC input connector
1 x USB 2.0 mini-B connector
1 x Digital I/O and RS-232 connector
1 x RS-232 connector
1 x Audio line-out jack
1 x microSD slot
1 x SIM card slot
1 x Reset button
1 x Power switch (optional)
Front Panel Buttons 7 x Programmable buttons
Front Panel Indicators Red: power LED
Green: GPRS LED
Blue: GPS LED
Table 1-1: Technical Specifications

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1.8 Dimensions
The dimensions are shown below.
Figure 1-6: Dimensions (unit: mm)

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Chapter
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2 Unpacking

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To unpack the panel PC, follow the steps below:
WARNING!
The front side LCD screen has a protective plastic cover stuck to the
screen. Only remove the plastic cover after the system has been
properly installed. This ensures the screen is protected during the
installation process.
Step 1: Open the box and lift the VTT-1000 out of the box.
Step 2: Remove the plastic bag from the system.
Step 3: Make sure all the components listed in the packing list are present.
The VTT-1000 is shipped with the following components:
Quantity Item Image
1 VTT-1000 vehicle tracking terminal
1 Cigarette lighter power cable
(P/N: 32002-004600-100-RS)
1 GPS Antenna
(P/N: 32502-000700-100-RS)
1 RS-232 cable
(P/N: 32024-002700-100-RS)

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Quantity Item Image
1 Serial commnunication cable
(P/N: 32016-000300-100-RS)
1 User manual CD and driver CD
Table 2-1: Packing List
The following is optional item that may be purchased separately.
Item Image
Vehicle mounting bracket with single suction cup
(P/N: VTT-1000-MT01-R10)
Table 2-2: Optional Item
If any of these items are missing or damaged, contact the distributor or sales
representative immediately.

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Chapter
3
3 Installation