Kontron Embedded Computers PxV206 User manual

PxV206 – 2U Platform
User’s Manual
Version 1.01
Kontron Embedded Computers GmbH
0-0096-2594

Contents
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Contents
Introduction..........................................................................................................3
Symbols used in this Manual.................................................................................4
Important Instructions.........................................................................................5
Note on the Guarantee..........................................................................................5
Exclusion of Accident Liability Obligation...............................................................5
Liability Limitation / Exemption from the Guarantee Obligation.............................5
Safety Instructions...............................................................................................6
Operation of Laser Source Devices.......................................................................8
Electrostatic Discharge (ESD)................................................................................8
Grounding Methods...........................................................................................9
Instructions for the Lithium Battery........................................................................9
FCC Statement....................................................................................................10
Electromagnetic Compatibility..............................................................................10
Scope of Delivery...............................................................................................11
Type Labels and Product Identification................................................................11
Product Description...........................................................................................12
Front Panel..........................................................................................................14
Drive Door.......................................................................................................15
Serial Interface Connector COM1...................................................................15
Combined PS/2 Mouse and Keyboard Connector...........................................15
Operating Elements.........................................................................................16
Fan Door.........................................................................................................16
Front Panel – LEDs Status..............................................................................17
Rear Panel...........................................................................................................18
Ports on the Rear Side....................................................................................19
Power Supply Unit...........................................................................................19
Versions of the Power Supply Unit......................................................................20
Redundant Power Supply Unit........................................................................21
Internal Drive........................................................................................................24
Backplane............................................................................................................24
SBC Board......................................................................................................25
Assembly, Disassembly....................................................................................26
Mounting the Rubber Feet...................................................................................26
Accessing Internal Components..........................................................................27

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Installing the Additional Cards........................................................................27
Start-Up..............................................................................................................30
Power Cord Connection......................................................................................30
AC-Connection ...............................................................................................30
AC-Connection (with redundant PSU)............................................................30
DC-Connection ...............................................................................................31
Operating System and Hardware Components Drivers.......................................31
Instruction for Installation in a 19” Cabinet....................................................32
Maintenance and Prevention............................................................................34
Changing the Air Filter Mat..................................................................................34
Lithium Battery ....................................................................................................35
Main Specifications...........................................................................................36
Electrical Specifications.......................................................................................38
Mechanical Specifications...................................................................................38
Environmental Specifications..............................................................................39
CE-Directives, Standards and Approvals............................................................40
Technical Appendix – Interfaces .....................................................................41
RS232 .................................................................................................................41
RS422 (COM 2 only) RS485 (COM2 only)..................................................42
PS/2 Keyboard and Mouse Connector................................................................42
Parallel Port.........................................................................................................43
Technical Support.............................................................................................44
Returning Defective Merchandise .......................................................................45

Introduction
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Introduction
Kontron Embedded Computers would like to point out that the information
contained in this manual may be subject to technical alteration, particularly as a
result of the constant upgrading of Kontron Embedded Computers products. The
attached documentation does not entail any guarantee on the part of Kontron
Embedded Computers with respect to technical processes described in the
manual or any product characteristics set out in the manual. Kontron Embedded
Computers does not accept any liability for any printing errors or other
inaccuracies in the manual unless it can be proven that Kontron Embedded
Computers is aware of such errors or inaccuracies or that Kontron Embedded
Computers is unaware of these as a result of gross negligence and Kontron
Embedded Computers has failed to eliminate these errors or inaccuracies for this
reason. Kontron Embedded Computers expressly informs the user that this
manual only contains a general description of technical processes and
instructions which may not be applicable in every individual case. In cases of
doubt, please contact Kontron Embedded Computers.
This manual is protected by copyright. All rights are reserved by Kontron
Embedded Computers. Copies of all or part of this manual or translations into a
different language may only be made with the prior written consent of Kontron
Embedded Computers. Kontron Embedded Computers points out that the
information contained in this manual is constantly being updated in line with the
technical alterations and improvements made by Kontron Embedded Computers
to the products and thus this manual only reflects the technical status of the
products by Kontron Embedded Computers at the time of printing.
© 2003 by Kontron Embedded Computers
Printing and duplication, even of sections, is only permissible with the express
approval of:
Kontron Embedded Computers GmbH
Oskar-von-Miller-Str. 1
85385 Eching near Munich
Germany

Introduction
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Symbols used in this Manual
Symbol Meaning

This symbol indicates the danger of injury to the user or the risk
of damage to the product if the corresponding warning notices
are not observed.

This symbol indicates that the product or parts thereof may be
damaged if the corresponding warning notices are not observed.

This symbol indicates general information about the product and
the user manual.
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This symbol precedes helpful hints and tips for daily use.
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Important Instructions
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Important Instructions
This chapter contains instructions which must be observed when using your
PxV206 – 2U Platform.
The manufacturers instructions provide useful information on your PxV206.
Note on the Guarantee
Due to their limited service life, parts which by their nature are subject to a
particularly high degree of wear (wearing parts) are excluded from the guarantee
beyond that provided by law. This applies, for example, batteries.
Exclusion of Accident Liability Obligation
Kontron Embedded Computers shall be exempted from the statutory accident
liability obligation if the user fails to observe the safety instructions.
Liability Limitation / Exemption from the
Guarantee Obligation
In the event of damage to the device caused by failure to observe the hints in this
manual and eventually on the device (especially the safety instruction), Kontron
Embedded Computers shall not be required to honor the guarantee even during
the guarantee period and shall be exempted from the statutory accident liability
obligation.

Safety Instructions
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Safety Instructions
Please read this section carefully and observe the instructions for your own
safety and correct use of the device.
The chapter also contains information on approval and interference suppression
of your PxV206.
Observe the warnings and instructions on the device and in the manual.
The PxV206 is built and tested by Kontron Embedded Computers in accordance
with EN60950/VDE0805 and left the works in a perfectly safe condition.
In order to maintain this condition and ensure safe operation, the user must
observe the instructions and warnings contained in this manual.
qThe device must be used in accordance with the instructions for use.
qThe electrical installations in the room must correspond to the requirements of
the respective regulations.
qTake care that there are no cables, particularly mains cables, in areas where
persons can trip over them.
qDo not use a mains connection in sockets shared by a number of other power
consumers. Do not use an extension cable.
qOnly use the mains cable supplied.
qThe unit is complete disconnected from the power source, only when the
power cord is disconnected from the power source. Therefore the power cord
and its connectors must always remain easily accessible.
qDo not set up the device in the proximity of heat sources or in a damp
location. Make sure the device has adequate ventilation.
qOnly devices and components may be connected to the interfaces of the
system which fulfil the requirements of a SELV circuit (security low voltage
output) in accordance with EN60950.

Safety Instructions
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qFor PxV206-C only: it is not allowed to remove or to bridge the ATX-plug with
the Kontron ATX-extension (a T10A fuse integrated in the 3.3V-circuit of the
–48V DC-PSU).
qAll plugs on the connection cables must be screwed or locked to the housing.
qThe device is destined to be used in horizontal position only.
qIt must be assumed that safe operation is no longer possible,
– if the device has visible damage or
– if the device no longer functions.
In these cases the device must be shut down and secured against
unintentional operation.
qRepairs may only be carried out by a person authorised by Kontron
Embedded Computers.
qMaintenance or repair on the open device may only be carried out by qualified
personnel authorised by Kontron Embedded Computers familiar with the
associated dangers.
qThe device may only be opened for the installation and removal of extension
cards in accordance with the description in this manual.
qIf extensions are made to the device the legal stipulations and the device
specifications must be observed.
qThe device must be switched off before installing the extension cards.
qOnly original accessories approved by Kontron Embedded Computers may be
used.
For DC powered systems
qThe DC-input should not exceed 60V DC and must fulfil SELV Requirements
of EN60950 standard.
qThe AC/DC-supplies don’t fulfil the requirements for centralised DC-Power
systems as required for the use in USA. That kind of units are not allowed to
be used as a stand-alone computer.

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Operation of Laser Source Devices
Fig. 1: Warning about laser radiation
The CD ROM drives contain light-emitting diodes (classified in accordance with
IEC 825-1:1993: LASER CLASS 1) and, therefore, must not be opened.
If the enclosure of such a drive is opened, invisible laser radiation is emitted. Do
not allow yourself to be exposed to this radiation.
The laser system meets the code of Federal Regulations 21 CFR,1040 for the
USA and Canadian Radiation Emitting Devices Act, REDR C 1370.
Electrostatic Discharge (ESD)
A sudden discharge of electrostatic electricity can destroy static-sensitive devices
or micro-circuitry. Proper packaging and grounding techniques are necessary
precautions to prevent damage. Always take the following precautions:
1.Transport boards in static-safe containers such as boxes or bags.
2.Keep electrostatic sensitive parts in their containers until they arrive at static-
free stations.
3.Always be properly grounded when touching a sensitive board, component, or
assembly.
4.Store electrostatic-sensitive boards in protective packaging or on conductive
foam.

Safety Instructions
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Grounding Methods
Guard against electrostatic damage at workstations by following these steps:
1.Cover workstations with approved anti-static material. Provide a wrist strap
connected to a work surface and properly grounded tools and equipment.
2.Use anti-static mats, heel straps, or air ionizes to give added protection.
3.Handle electrostatic-sensitive components, boards, and assemblies by the
case or the PCB edge.
4.Avoid contact with pins, leads, or circuitry.
5.Turn off power and input signals before inserting and removing connectors or
test equipment.
6.Keep work area free of non-conductive materials such as ordinary plastic
assembly aids and Styrofoam.
7.Use field service tools, such as cutters, screwdrivers, and vacuums that are
conductive.
8.Always place drives and boards PCB-assembly-side down on the foam.
Instructions for the Lithium Battery
The SBC board is equipped with a Lithium battery. For the replacing of this
battery please observe the instructions described in the SBC board User manual.
The SBC board User manual is included in the delivery.

Warning
Danger of explosion when replacing with wrong type of battery.

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FCC Statement
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class A
digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to
provide reasonable protection against harmful interference when the equipment
is operated in commercial environment. This equipment generates, uses, and can
radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with
the instruction manual, may cause harmful interference to radio communications.
Operation of this equipment in residential area is likely to cause harmful
interference in witch case the user will be required to correct the interference at
his own expense.
Electromagnetic Compatibility
This product has been designed for industrial, commercial and office use,
including small business use. The most recent version of the EMC guidelines
(EMC Rules 89/336/EWG) and/or the German EMC laws apply. If the user
modifies and/or adds to the equipment (e.g. installation of add-on cards), the
prerequisites for the CE conformity declaration (safety requirements) may no
longer apply.

Scope of Delivery
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Scope of Delivery
qPxV206 – 2U Platform (with a SBC board)
qPxV206 – 2U Platform - User manual
qSBC board - User manual
qCD-ROM with drivers for the installation of the SBC card
qKey for drive door lock
qPower cord (only for AC power supply units)
qRubber feet and screws
qY-adapter cable (PS/2 Keyboard&Mouse)
Type Labels and Product Identification
The type label of your PxV206 – 2U Platform is attached to the inside of the drive
door.
Type label Product identification
PxV206-A PxV206 – 2U Platform with AC power supply unit
PxV206-B PxV206 – 2U Platform with AC power supply unit
PxV206-C PxV206 – 2U Platform with DC power supply unit
PxV206-D PxV206 – 2U Platform with AC redundant power supply unit
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Product Description
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Product Description
The PxV206 is a 2U (19") system, designed for high-performance applications.
The PxV206 - 2U Platform is available in rackmount or desktop options. It
includes butterfly-backplane slots with 32-bit PCI design.
Your system can accommodate optionally a Pentium III®/Celeron®- or a
Pentium4®/Celeron®-CPU compatible Single Board Computer (SBC).
The system is equipped with two front accessible drive bays (one 3.5” and one
5.25” bay) and an internal 3.5” hard disk (IDE). The hard disk is located on the
bottom of the unit, between the power supply unit and floppy-drive.
The unit incorporates E-PAC®technology to simplify the installation and the
removal of its components (HDD, FDD or CD-ROM-drive). The front side cooling
fans are mounted into E-PAC®.This advanced technology is also extreme
resistant to shock and vibrations and a definite air stream for the system cooling.
The air filter mat located in the front of the unit is changeable while the system is
operating.
The operating elements consist of the PSU-“Power switch” and a “Reset-button”.
The LED indicators “Power-LED” and “HDD-LED” indicate the On/Off state of the
system, respectively the HDD-activity.
Fig 2: PxV206 – 2U Platform

Product Description
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1
10
2 9 8
11
7
6
4
5
3
Fig 3: PxV206 – 2U Platform-opened
1Power Supply Unit (PSU)
2Floppy-drive (3.5”)
3CD-ROM-drive (5.25”)
4Backplane
5SBC board
6E-PAC®
7Front cooling fans
8Air filter mat
9LED panel
10Drive door
11Fan door

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Front Panel
The front panel of PxV206 2U Platform is designed in to versions:
qRackmount
qDesktop
1 32 5
4
4
5
Fig. 4: Front panel (rackmount version) with closed doors
1 32
Fig. 4a: Front panel (desktop version) with closed doors
6
8
7
910 11
Fig. 4b: Front panel (rackmout and desktop version) with opened doors
1Drives door with lock
2Panel section with LEDs
3Fan door with knurled screw
4Holes for in rack mount
5Handles
6CD-ROM- and Floppy drive
7Reset button
8Power switch
9Serial port – COM1 (RS 232)
10PS/2 Keyboard & Mouse connector
11Front cooling fans

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The COM1 interface, the PS/2 keyboard and mouse connector, the operating
elements (power switch and reset button) and the Floppy- and CD-ROM-drives
are located at the front side of the PxV206 – 2U Platform, behind the drive door.
Drive Door
You can protect the PxV206 – 2U Platform from unauthorised use by means of
drive doors with a safety lock.

The key should be kept somewhere where it is not accessible to
unauthorised person.

The PxV206 – 2U Platform comes equipped with one key. If the
key get lost or damaged, then the drive door can only be opened
by Kontron service personnel.
Serial Interface Connector COM1
This connector labelled “COM1” (see fig.: 4b, pos. 9) is available as a 9-pin D-
SUB plug and allows you to connect serial peripheral. The interface is configured
as RS232.
Combined PS/2 Mouse and Keyboard Connector
To this PS/2 connector (see fig.: 4b, pos. 7) , provided as a 6-pin mini DIN
connector (female), you can connect:
qa PS/2 mouse (only by use of the Y adapter cable) or
qa PS/2 keyboard (without using the Y-adapter cable) or
qa PS/2 mouse and a PS/2 keyboard (only by use of the Y adapter cable)

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Operating Elements
Power Switch
By operation of the „Power Switch“
(see fig.: 4b, pos. 8) , the system will be turned
on or off. The system must be connected to corresponding power source (AC or
DC).
Prerequisite for systems with redundant PSU:
The power switch of the redundant AC power supply must be switched “on”.

Even if you turn off the system with the “Power Switch”, there is still
a standby-voltage of 5 V on the SBC card.
The PxV206 is not completely disconnected from the main power
source by turning off the “Power Switch”.
The unit is completely disconnected from the main power source,
only:
qwhen the power cord is disconnected either from the power
source or the unit.
Or for systems with redundant PSU:
qby turning off the power on/off switch of the AC redundant PSU.
Therefore the power cord and its connectors must always remain
easily accessible.
Reset Button
If your system no longer reacts, you must restart the PxV206. To do this, press
the reset button
(see fig.: 4b, pos. 10) .

When you reset, all data in the main memory are erased.
Fan Door
In front of the fans and behind the fan door are located an exchangeable air filter
mat to protect your system from dust. The fan door must be always closed.

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Front Panel – LEDs Status
1
2
Fig. 5: LED panel
Front panel LEDs status dependig on
LED PSU AC/DC PSU REDUNDANT AC
ON Operating system is OK.
ON OFF Not working system
1
System
power
LED
(green) OFF
System
power
LED
(green) blinking The system is operating;
some failure occurred on
the redundant PSU
2HDD Activity LED
(orange) HDD Activity LED (orange)
3 Not used Not used
4 Not used Not used
5 Not used Not used
6 Not used Not used
7 Not used Not used
1System Power-LED
2HDD-LED

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Rear Panel
On the rear panel are located the external serial port (COM2), the parallel port
(LPT), the external interfaces of the integrated SBC board and the power supply
unit.
1 2 3 4 5 6 7
8
9
Fig. 6: Rear panel with AC-PSU
1 2 3 4 56 7
8
9
Fig. 6a: Rear panel with DC-PSU
1 3 4 5 6
7
9
8
2
Fig. 6b: Rear panel with AC redundant-PSU
1Serial port – COM2
2Parallel port – LPT
35x free slots:
4x PCI and 1x ISA
41x SBC board
5Ground stud
6Fan of the power supply unit
7AC or DC Power inlet of the
power supply unit (according to
the used PSU)
8Cover captive knurled screw
9Card cage captive knurled screw

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
The configuration respectively the number of the PxV206 – 2U
Platform interfaces may vary depending on the device
equipment.
Ports on the Rear Side
Parallel Interface Connector LPT1
This connector is available as a 25-pin D SUB socket. The parallel interface LPT1
supports different modes: standard parallel port, EPP and ECP.
It is used for the connection of an external printer and can also be used for other
external devices, which can be connected via a parallel port.
Nonetheless, depending on the device, the manufacturers instructions must be
observed and the necessary software driver installed.
Serial Interface Connector COM2
Thisconnection labelled “COM2” isavailable asa 9-pin D-SUB plug and allows
you to connect serial peripheral. The interface can be configured as RS232,
RS422 or RS485.
SBC Board External Interfaces
The SBC board external interfaces may vary depending on the board
configuration.

The configuration respectively the number of the PxV206 – 2U
Platform interfaces may vary depending on the device
equipment.
Power Supply Unit
Each PxV206 – 2U Platform can be equipped optionally depending on the power
supply unit (PSU) with an AC–PSU, a DC–PSU or a redundant PSU.