Kontron DSP-8200 User manual

DSP-8200
Fanless Mini Digital Signage Player
w/ ARM® Cortex®-A17 Based Processor, Rockchip RK3288
User’s Guide

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Content.......................................................................................................................2
Figures & Tables.........................................................................................................3
Safety Instructions......................................................................................................4
Before You Begin..................................................................................4
When Working Inside a Computer........................................................5
Preventing Electrostatic Discharge.......................................................5
Instructions for Lithium Battery .............................................................6
Voltage Ratings.....................................................................................6
Preface.......................................................................................................................7
How to Use This Guide.........................................................................7
Unpacking.............................................................................................7
Maintaining Your Computer...................................................................7
Chapter 1 Introduction..............................................................................................10
Overview.............................................................................................10
Product Specifications ........................................................................ 11
System tour.........................................................................................12
Mechanical Dimensions......................................................................16
Chapter 2 Getting Started.........................................................................................17
Setting up your PC..............................................................................17
Mounting your PC to a display............................................................21

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Figures & Tables
Figure 1 Front Panel..................................................................................12
Figure 2 Rear Panel...................................................................................13
Figure 3 Top Panel.....................................................................................15
Figure 4 Mechanical Dimensions...............................................................16
Figure 5 HDMI............................................................................................17
Figure 6 Connecting USB mouse & keyboard............................................18
Figure 7 RJ45 connector............................................................................19
Figure 8 Turning on the system .................................................................20
Figure 9 VESAmounting............................................................................21
Table 1 Product Specifications................................................................... 11

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Safety Instructions
Before You Begin
Before handling the product, read the instructions and safety guidelines on the
following pages to prevent damage to the product and to ensure your own personal
safety. Refer to the “Advisories” section in the Preface for advisory conventions used
in this user’s guide, including the distinction between Warnings, Cautions, Important
Notes, and Notes.
Always use caution when handling/operating a computer. Only qualified,
experienced, authorized electronics service personnel should access the
interior of a computer. The power supplies produce high voltages and
energy hazards, which can cause bodily harm.
Use extreme caution when installing or removing components. Refer to the
installation instructions in this user’s guide for precautions and procedures.
If you have any questions, please contact our Post-Sales Technical
Support.
Access can only be gained by service persons or by users who have
been instructed about the reasons for the restrictions applied to the
location and about any precautions that shall be taken; and access is
through the use of a tool or lock and key, or other means of security,
and is controlled by authority responsible for the location.
WARNING
High voltages are present inside the chassis when the unit’s power cord is plugged into
an electrical outlet. Turn off system power, turn off the power supply, and then
disconnect the power cord from its source before removing the chassis cover. Turning off
the system power switch does not remove power to components.

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When Working Inside a Computer
Before taking covers off a computer, perform the following steps:
1. Turn off the computer and any peripherals.
2. Disconnect the computer and peripherals from their power sources or
subsystems to prevent electric shock or system board damage. This does not
apply when hot swapping parts.
3. Follow the guidelines provided in “Preventing Electrostatic Discharge” on the
following page.
4. Disconnect any telephone or telecommunications lines from the computer.
In addition, take note of these safety guidelines when appropriate:
To help avoid possible damage to system boards, wait five seconds after
turning off the computer before removing a component, removing a system
board, or disconnecting a peripheral device from the computer.
When you disconnect a cable, pull on its connector or on its strain-relief loop,
not on the cable itself. Some cables have a connector with locking tabs. If you
are disconnecting this type of cable, press in on the locking tabs before
disconnecting the cable.As you pull connectors apart, keep them evenly
aligned to avoid bending any connector pins.Also, before connecting a cable,
make sure both connectors are correctly oriented and aligned.
CAUTION
Do not attempt to service the system yourself except as explained in this user’s guide.
Follow installation and troubleshooting instructions closely.
Preventing Electrostatic Discharge
Static electricity can harm system boards. Perform service at an ESD workstation
and follow proper ESD procedure to reduce the risk of damage to components. We
strongly encourage you to follow proper ESD procedure, which can include wrist
straps and smocks, when servicing equipment.
You can also take the following steps to prevent damage from electrostatic
discharge (ESD):
When unpacking a static-sensitive component from its shipping carton, do not

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remove the component’s antistatic packing material until you are ready to install
the component in a computer. Just before unwrapping the antistatic packaging,
be sure you are at an ESD workstation or grounded. This will discharge any
static electricity that may have built up in your body.
When transporting a sensitive component, first place it in an antistatic container
or packaging.
Handle all sensitive components at an ESD workstation. If possible, use
antistatic floor pads and workbench pads.
Handle components and boards with care. Don’t touch the components or
contacts on a board. Hold a board by its edges or by its metal mounting bracket.
Do not handle or store system boards near strong electrostatic, electromagnetic,
magnetic, or radioactive fields.
Instructions for Lithium Battery
WARNING
Danger of explosion when battery is replaced with incorrect type. Only replace
with the same or equivalent type recommended by the manufacturer.
Do not dispose of lithium batteries in domestic waste. Dispose of the battery
according to the local regulations dealing with the disposal of these special
materials (e.g. to the collecting points for disposal of batteries)
Voltage Ratings
The external power adaptor of the DSP-8200 has the following voltage ratings:
Input: 100~240 VAC, 50~60 Hz
Output: 40W, +12VDC / 1.5A output

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Preface
How to Use This Guide
This guide is designed to be used as step-by-step instructions for installation, and as
a reference for operation, troubleshooting, and upgrades.
Unpacking
When unpacking, follow these steps:
1. After opening the box, save it and the packing material for possible future
shipment.
2. Remove all items from the box. If any items listed on the purchase order
are missing, notify our customer service immediately.
3. Inspect the product for damage. If there is damage, notify our customer
service immediately. Refer to “Warranty Policy” for the return procedure.
Maintaining Your Computer
Environmental Factors
Temperature
The ambient temperature within an enclosure may be greater than room
ambient temperature. Installation in an enclosure should be such that the
amount of air flow required for safe operation is not compromised.
Consideration should be given to the maximum rated ambient temperature.
Overheating can cause a variety of problems, including premature aging and
failure of chips or mechanical failure of devices.
If the system has been exposed to abnormally cold temperatures, allow a
two-hour warm-up period to bring it up to normal operating temperature before
turning it on. Failure to do so may cause damage to internal components,
particularly the hard disk drive.
Humidity
High-humidity can cause moisture to enter and accumulate in the system. This
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properties as electrical resistance and thermal conductivity. Extreme moisture
buildup inside the system can result in electrical shorts, which can cause
serious damage to the system.
Buildings in which climate is controlled usually maintain an acceptable level of
humidity for system equipment. However, if a system is located in an unusually
humid location, a dehumidifier can be used to maintain the humidity within an
acceptable range. Refer to the “Specifications” section of this user’s guide for
the operating and storage humidity specifications.
Altitude
Operating a system at a high altitude (low pressure) reduces the efficiency of
the cooling fans to cool the system. This can cause electrical problems related
to arcing and corona effects. This condition can also cause sealed components
with internal pressure, such as electrolytic capacitors, to fail or perform at
reduced efficiency.
Power Protection
The greatest threats to a system’s supply of power are power loss, power spikes,
and power surges caused by electrical storms, which interrupt system operation
and/or damage system components. To protect your system, always properly
ground power cables and one of the following devices.
Surge Protector
Surge protectors are available in a variety of types and usually provide a level
of protection proportional with the cost of the device. Surge protectors prevent
voltage spikes from entering a system through theAC power cord. Surge
protectors, however, do not offer protection against brownouts, which occur
when the voltage drops more than 20 percent below the normal AC line voltage
level.
Line Conditioner
Line conditioners go beyond the overvoltage protection of surge protectors.
Line conditioners keep a system’sAC power source voltage at a fairly constant
level and, therefore, can handle brownouts. Because of this added protection,
line conditioners cost more than surge protectors. However, line conditioners
cannot protect against a complete loss of power.
Uninterruptible Power Supply

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Uninterruptible power supply (UPS) systems offer the most complete protection
against variations on power because they use battery power to keep the server
running whenAC power is lost. The battery is charged by the AC power while it
is available, so whenAC power is lost, the battery can provide power to the
system for a limited amount of time, depending on the UPS system.
UPS systems range in price from a few hundred dollars to several thousand
dollars, with the more expensive unit s allowing you to run larger systems for a
longer period of time whenAC power is lost. UPS systems that provide only 5
minutes of battery power let you conduct an orderly shutdown of the system,
but are not intended to provide continued operation. Surge protectors should be
used with all UPS systems, and the UPS system should be Underwriters
Laboratories (UL) safety approved.

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Chapter 1
Introduction
Overview
DSP-8200 is an ARM and Android based fanless mini media player designed for
digital signage. It has a HDMI2.0 port to supports 4K Ultra HD video output. With
built-in Wi-Fi and Bluetooth technology, it enables wireless connection to streaming
content and data transfer. Small shops and individual entrepreneurs can use it to
replace traditional signs and electronic billboards at an affordable rate.
Checklist
1x DSP-8200
1x Power Adapter
1x HDMI Cable
1x Antenna
Features
Rockchip RK3288 32-bit Quad Core ARM® Cortex®-A17 @1.8GHz
2GB DDR3 memory
8GB eMMC, 1x Micro SD Cage for storage
1x HDMI2.0 (4K support) for video output
1x GbE LAN, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth for network connection
3x USB2.0, 1x USB OTG for peripheral connection
Ultra-mini size
Android based media player
Content Management System available

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Product Specifications
Processor
Rockchip RK3288 32-bit Quad Core ARM Cortex-A17 @1.8GHz
Memory
2GB DDR3 memory
Display Interfaces
1x HDMI2.0 (on rear)
1x MIPI (optional, 13M pixels, for camera input)
Audio Interfaces 1x Line-out (on rear)
Ethernet 1x GbE LAN (RJ-45 on rear)
Wireless
Wi-Fi (IEEE 802.11 b/g/n)
Bluetooth (V2.1+EDR/Bluetooth 3.0/3.0+HS/4.0)
3G / 4G (optional, by USB dingle)
GPS (optional)
USB
3x USB2.0 (Type A on rear)
1x USB OTG (Micro-USB on rear)
Storage
8GB eMMC (default, up to 32GB or NAND Flash by request)
1x Micro SD Cage (on rear, support up to 64GB)
Power Supply
Connector: DC Jack (on rear)
Input Voltage: DC 12V
Power Adapter: AC to DC, 100V ~ 240V
System Control &
Monitoring
1x Power LED (on top)
1x ADB Button (on front)
Cooling
Passive
OS Support
Android 5.1 Lollipop
Construction
Aluminum Chassis
Dimensions
167.5 x 120 x 26.5 mm / 6.59" x 4.72" x 1.04" (W x D x H)
Weight
200 g / 0.44 lb
Environmental
Characteristics
Operation Temp.: 0°C ~ 60°C / 32°F ~ 140°F
Storage Temp.: -25°C ~ 70°C / -13°F ~ 158°F
Humidity: 10% ~ 90%
Mounting
VESA Mount (100 x 100 mm)
Security
1x Kensington Security Slot (on rear)
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System tour
Refer to the diagrams below to identify the components of the system.
Front Panel
Figure 1 Front Panel
ADB Button
ADB (Android Debug Bridge) button facilitates a variety of device actions, such
as installing and debugging apps, and it provides access to a Unix shell that
users can use to run a variety of commands on a device.

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Rear Panel
Figure 2 Rear Panel
Ethernet
The eight-pin RJ-45 GbE LAN port supports a standard Ethernet cable for
connection to a local network.
DC Jack
The supplied power adapter converts AC power to DC for use with this jack.
Power supplied through this jack supplies power to the PC. To prevent damage
to the PC, always use the supplied power adapter.
HDMI
HDMI connector for display output.
External Antenna
Spared hole on the casing for connecting Wi-Fi or 3G/4G external antenna.
USB
The USB (Universal Serial Bus) port is compatible with USB devices such as
keyboards, mouse devices, cameras, and hard disk drives. USB allows many
devices to run simultaneously on a single computer, with some peripheral
acting as additional plug-in sites or hubs.

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USB OTG
The USB (Universal Serial Bus) OTG (On-The-Go) port allows the system not
only to act as a host, allowing other USB devices, such as USB flash drives,
digital cameras, mice, or keyboards, to be attached to it, but also to present
itself as a USB mass storage device when connected to a host computer.
LINE-OUT
The headphone jack (3.5mm) is used to connect the system’s audio out signal
to amplified speakers or headphones.
Micro SD Cage
The Micro SD Card Cage provides users with expandable memory space
suitable for multimedia file retrieval, including images, animations and movie
clips.
Kensington Lock Slot
The slot is used for attaching a lock-and-cable apparatus. Locks are generally
secured in place with a key or combination lock attached to a rubberized metal
cable.

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Top Panel
Figure 3 Top Panel
Power LED
The power LED will light when the PC is power-on.

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Mechanical Dimensions
167.5 x 120 x 26.5 mm (W x D x H)
Figure 4 Mechanical Dimensions

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HDMI2.0
Chapter 2
Getting Started
Setting up your PC
Connecting the monitor
Connect the HDMI cable from your display to the HDMI port.
Figure 5 HDMI

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Connecting USB mouse & keyboard
Your DSP-8200 does not come with a keyboard and mouse, but you can use any
USB keyboard or mouse with your computer.
Figure 6 Connecting USB mouse & keyboard
NOTE
Using a third-party USB mouse or keyboard may require software drivers.
Check the manufacturer’s website for the latest software drivers.
USB2.0
USB OTG

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RJ45
Connecting to a network device
Connect one end of a network cable to the GbE LAN port on the system rear panel
and the other end to a hub or switch.
Figure 7 RJ45 connector

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DC Jack
Turning on the system
1. Connect the power adapter cable to the DC jack (DC IN) of DSP-8200
2. Connect the power cable to the power adapter
3. Connect the power cable to a power outlet
4. The system will power on automatically when power is applied
Figure 8 Turning on the system