protech PA-3252 User manual

USER’S
MANUAL
PA-3252
15” POS System Powered by
Intel
®
Atom
®
D525 Platform
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Preface
PA-3252 POS System
With LCD / Touchscreen
PREFACE
COPYRIGHT NOTICE
This user’s manual is meant to assist users in installing and setting up the system. The
information contained in this document is subject to change without any notice.
This manual is copyrighted May 2012. You may not reproduce or transmit in any
form or by any means, electronic, or mechanical, including photocopying and
recording.
ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS
All trademarks and registered trademarks mentioned herein are the property of their
respective owners.
CE NOTICE
This is a class A product. In a domestic environment this product may cause radio
interference in which case the user may be required to take adequate measures.

Preface
FCC NOTICE
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 a 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 a residential area is likely to cause harmful interference
in which case the user will be required to correct the interference at his own expense.
You are cautioned that any change or modifications to the equipment not expressly
approve by the party responsible for compliance could void your authority to operate
such equipment.
CAUTION!
Danger of explosion if battery is incorrectly replaced. Replace only with the same or
equivalent type recommended by the manufacturer. Dispose of used batteries according to
the manufacturer’s instructions.
WARNING!
Some internal parts of the system may have high electrical voltage. And therefore we
strongly recommend that qualified engineers can open and disassemble the system. The
LCD and Touchscreen are easily breakable, please handle them with extra care.

Contents
TABLE OF CONTENTS
CHAPTER 1 INTRODUCTION
1-1 About This Manual ....................................................... 1-2
1-2 POS System Illustration ................................................ 1-3
1-3 System Specification ..................................................... 1-4
1-4 Safety Precautions ......................................................... 1-7
CHAPTER 2 SYSTEM CONFIGURATION
2-1 Jumper & Connector Quick Reference Table ............... 2-2
2-2 Component Locations ................................................... 2-3
2-3 How to Set the Jumpers ................................................ 2-4
2-4 COM Port & VGA Connector ……………………….. 2-6
2-5 COM Port RI and Voltage Selection ………………… 2-9
2-6 Mini-DIN and USB Connector ………………………. 2-13
2-7 LAN & USB Connector ……………………………… 2-14
2-8 Cash Drawer Connector ……………………………… 2-15
2-9 Cash Drawer Power Selection ………………………... 2-16
2-10 Power LED Connector …………………………………. 2-17
2-11 Smart FAN Connector ….……………………………. 2-17
2-12 Power Connector …………………………………….. 2-17
2-13 Reset Switch Connector ……………………………… 2-18
2-14 Power for Thermal Printer Connector ………………... 2-18
2-15 External Speaker Connector ………………………….. 2-18
2-16 Inverter Connector …………………………………… 2-19
2-17 MSR/ Card Reader Connector ……………………….. 2-19
2-18 Printer Connector ……………………………………. 2-20
2-19 LVDS Connector …………………………………….. 2-21
2-20 SATA Connector ……………………………………... 2-23
2-21 SATA Power Connector ……………………………… 2-23
2-22 Touch Panel Connector ………………………………. 2-24
2-23 Touch Panel Selection ………………………………. 2-24
2-24 Clear CMOS Data Selection ………………….……… 2-25
2-25 Compact Flash Connector ……………………………. 2-26

Contents
CHAPTER 3 SOFTWARE UTILITIES
3-1 Introduction …............................................................... 3-2
3-2 Intel
®
Chipset Software Installation Utility …............... 3-3
3-3 VGA Driver Utility …………………………….…….. 3-4
3-4 LAN Driver Utility ….................................................... 3-5
3-5 Sound Driver Utility ….................................................. 3-6
CHAPTER 4 AMI BIOS SETUP
4-1 Introduction …............................................................... 4-2
4-2 Entering Setup …........................................................... 4-3
4-3 Main …………………………….…............................. 4-5
4-4 Advanced …………………………............................... 4-6
4-5 Boot …………………………....................................... 4-16
4-6 Security Settings ……….……....................................... 4-20
4-7 Chipset ……………………..……………………….... 4-21
4-8 Exit ………………………............................................ 4-25
APPENDIX A SYSTEM ASSEMBLY
Exploded Diagram for PA-3252 Top Case …………………... A-3
Exploded Diagram for PA-3252 Open & Close ……………... A-4
Exploded Diagram for PA-3252 Bottom Case ……………….. A-5
Exploded Diagram for PA-3252 Inside Box …………………. A-6
Exploded Diagram for PA-3252 CPU Cooler ………………... A-8
Exploded Diagram for PA-3252 LCD Panel ………………… A-9
Exploded Diagram for PA-3252 Printer Box ……………...…. A-11
Exploded Diagram for PA-3252 2 Inch Printer ....…………… A-12
Exploded Diagram for PA-3252 2 Inch Printer Cover .……… A-14
Exploded Diagram for PA-3252 3 Inch Printer ....…………… A-15
Exploded Diagram for PA-3252 3 Inch Printer Cover .……… A-17
Exploded Diagram for PA-3252 Printer Control Board ........... A-18
Exploded Diagram for PA-3252 Hard Disk Drive ………...…. A-20
Exploded Diagram for PA-3252 VFD Cover ……………...…. A-21
Exploded Diagram for PA-3252 SSD Module ………...…….. A-23
Exploded Diagram for PA-3252 RFID Module ………...……. A-24
Exploded Diagram for PA-3252 Memory Maintenance ……... A-26
Exploded Diagram for PA-3252 Mini PCIE and CF Card
Maintenance …………………………………………………. A-27

Contents
Exploded Diagram for PA-3252 2 Inch Printer Maintenance ... A-29
Exploded Diagram for PA-3252 3 Inch Printer Maintenance ... A-30
Exploded Diagram for PA-3252 Printer Platen Block
Maintenance ............................................................................ A-31
APPENDIX B TECHNICAL SUMMARY
Block Diagram ......................................................................... B-2
Interrupt Map ............................................................................ B-3
DMA Channels Map ................................................................ B-4
I/O Map .................................................................................... B-5
Watchdog Timer Configuration ……………………………… B-8
Flash BIOS Update ………………………………………….. B-10

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INTRODUCTION
This chapter gives you the information for PA-3252. It also outlines the
system specifications.
Sections included:
About This Manual
POS System Illustration
System Specifications
Safety Precautions
Experienced users can jump to chapter 2 on page 2-1
for a quick start.
CHAPTER
1

Chapter 1 Introduction
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1-1. ABOUT THIS MANUAL
Thank you for purchasing our PA-3252 system. The PA-3252 is an updated system
designed to be comparable with the highest performance of IBM AT personal
computers. The PA-3252 provides faster processing speed, greater expandability and
can handle more tasks than before. This manual is designed to assist you how to install
and set up the whole system. It contains four chapters and two appendixes. Users can
configure the system according to their own needs.
Chapter 1 Introduction
This chapter introduces you to the background of this manual. It also includes
illustrations and specifications for the whole system. The final section of this chapter
indicates some safety reminders on how to take care of your system.
Chapter 2 System Configuration
This chapter outlines the location of motherboard components and their function. You
will learn how to set jumper and how to configure the system to meet your own needs.
Chapter 3 Software Utilities
This chapter contains helpful information for proper installations of the Intel Utility,
VGA Utility, LAN Utility, Sound Utility, and Touch Screen Utility.
Chapter 4 AMI BIOS Setup
This chapter indicates you how to change the BIOS configurations.
Appendix A System Assembly
This appendix gives you the exploded diagrams and part numbers of the PA-3252.
Appendix B Technical Summary
This appendix gives you the information about the allocation maps for the system
resources, Watchdog Timer Configuration, and Flash BIOS Update.

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1-2. POS SYSTEM ILLUSTRATION
Front
V
iew
Rear
V
iew
Side View

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1-3. SYSTEM SPECIFICATIONS
MAINBOARD (PROX3520LF)
CPU Type:
Intel
®
ATOM D525
Chipset:
Intel
®
ICH8M
Memory:
One 204-pin DDRIII SO-DIMM socket on board, up to 2GB
Cache:
Depends on CPU
Real-Time Clock / Calendar:
Embedded in Intel
®
ICH8M South Bridge
BIOS:
AMI SPI BIOS
8Mbits with VGA BIOS
Keyboard Connector:
PS/2 Keyboard, with mini DIN connecter on rear panel .
Mouse Connector:
PS/2 Mouse, with mini DIN connecter on rear panel .
Serial Port:
3 x DB-9 (COM 1/2/4)
1 x RJ45 (COM3)
+5/12V Selectable (COM 1~3)
Universal Serial BUS Port:
4 x USB2.0 ports
1 x USB2.0 on side bezel

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LAN Function:
1 x 10/100/1000 Mbps
Audio Function:
1 x 2W Speaker
VGA Function:
1 x DB-15 VGA Interface
Dimension (W x H x D):
300mm x 299mm x 135mm
System Weight:
4.5kg
LCD Panel:
Type XGA/SVGA
Max. Resolution 1024 x 768 / 800 x 600
Size/Type 10.4” / TFT
Viewing Angel (degree) 0~65 degrees
Pixel Pitch 0.206(W) x 0.206(H)/
0.088(W) x 0.264(H)
Brightness 300 / 230 cd / m
2
Signal Interface (bit) TTL (18-bit)
LCD MTBF 20,000
Back Light MTBF (Hrs) 20,000
Touch Panel:
10.4” 5wire Analog resistive .
Printer:
2” or 3” easy loading thermal printer with Auto cutter (* Diameter of paper roll
can not exceed 8 cm.)
I-Button (optional):
Read only, output through PS/2 KB interface

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MSR (optional):
JIS-I or II, ISO Tracker 1+2+3 (PS/2 KB Interface)
Wireless LAN (optional):
Mini PCIe Wireless LAN Module (802.11b/g)
Fingerprint (optional):
Embedded Fingerprint module (USB Interface)
RFID (optional):
Read/ Write, ISO 14443A 13.56MHz (USB Interface)

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1-4. SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
The following messages are safety reminders on how to protect your systems from
damages, and extending the life cycle of the system.
1. Check the Line Voltage
a. The operating voltage for the power supply should be within the range of
100V to 240V AC; otherwise the system may be damaged.
2. Environmental Conditions
a. Place your PA-3252 on a sturdy, level surface. Be sure to allow enough
space around the system to have easy access needs.
b. Avoid installing your PA-3252 system in extremely hot or cold places.
c. Avoid exposure to sunlight for a long period of time (for example, in a
closed car in summer time. Also avoid the system from any heating device.).
Or do not use the PA-3252 when it has been left outdoors in a cold winter
day.
d. Bear in mind that the operating ambient temperature is between 0°C and
35°C (32°F and 95°F).
e. Avoid moving the system rapidly from a hot place to a cold place, and vice
versa, because condensation may occur inside the system.
f. Place your PA-3252 against strong vibrations, which may cause hard disk
failure.
g. Do not place the system too close to any radio-active device. Radio-active
device may cause signal interference.
h. Always shutdown the operation system before turning off the power.
3. Handling
a. Avoid placing heavy objects on the top of the system.
b. Do not turn the system upside down. This may cause the hard drive to
malfunction.
c. Do not allow any objects to fall into this product.
d. If water or other liquid spills into the product, unplug the power cord
immediately.

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4. Good Care
a. When the outside case gets stained, remove the stains using neutral washing
agent with a dry cloth.
b. Never use strong agents such as benzene and thinner to clean the surface of
the case.
c. If heavy stains are present, moisten a cloth with diluted neutral washing
agent or alcohol and then wipe thoroughly with a dry cloth.
d. If dust is accumulated on the case surface, remove it by using a special
vacuum cleaner for computers.

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SYSTEM
CONFIGURATION
Helpful information that describes the jumper and connector
settings, and component locations.
Sections included:
Jumper & Connector Quick Reference Table
Component Locations
Configuration and Jumper settings
Connector Pin Assignments
CHAPTER
2

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2-1. JUMPER & CONNECTOR QUICK REFERENCE TABLE
CONNECTOR/JUMPER NAME PAGE
COM Port & VGA Connector COM1, COM3, COM4,
COM2-1, JVGACOM2
2-6
COM Port RI and Voltage Selection JP_COM1, JP_COM2,
JP_COM3, JP_COM4
2-9
MINI-DIN and USB Connector JPS2USB1, USB5, USB6 2-13
LAN & USB Connector JRJ45USB1 2-14
Cash Drawer Connector DRW1, DRW2 2-15
Cash Drawer Power Selection JP14, JP17 2-16
Power LED Connector LED-1 2-17
Smart Fan Connector FAN2 2-17
Power Connector FAN1 2-17
Reset Switch Connector JRST1 2-18
Power for Thermal printer Connector PRT_PWR1 2-18
External Speaker Connector SPK1 2-18
Inverter Connector INV1, INV2 2-19
MSR/ Card Reader Connector PS2 2-20
Printer Connector LPT1 2-20
LVDS Connector LVDS1, LVDS2 2-21
SATA Connector SATA1 2-23
SATA Power Connector JPWR_4P1 2-23
Touch Panel Connector TOUCH1 2-24
Touch Panel Selection JP16 2-24
Clear CMOS Data Selection JP1 2-25
Compact Flash Connector CF1 2-26

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2-2. COMPONENT LOCATIONS
2
41
3
1
23
4
5
61
2
5
6
1
2
2
16
5
5
6
1
2
5
6
1
2
1
4
9
13
14
12
85
21 24
20
16
1
2
5
6
1
69
5
1
2
5
6
COM3
9 1
10 212
3
4
PWR_IN1
1
3
1
3
1
2
1
2
21
78
2
1
7
8
1
11
1
1
1
4
1
2
3
4
1
7
1
4
1
415
9 1
10 2
203
73
2
72 71
74
1
204
203
73
2
72 71
74
1
204
1
19
20
2
1
29
30 2
17
1
4
1
2
3
15
1 6
5
1
106
1
2
14
2
1 9
10
1
14
13
26
1
3
PA-3252 Connector, Jumper and Component locations

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2-3. HOW TO SET THE JUMPERS
You can configure your board by setting the jumpers. Jumper is consists of two or
three metal pins with a plastic base mounted on the card, and by using a small plastic
"cap", Also known as the jumper cap (with a metal contact inside), you are able to
connect the pins. So you can set-up your hardware configuration by "opening"or
"closing"pins.
The jumper can be combined into sets that called jumper blocks. When the jumpers
are all in the block, you have to put them together to set up the hardware
configuration. The figure below shows how this looks like.
JUMPERS AND CAPS
If a jumper has three pins for example, labelled PIN1, PIN2, and PIN3. You can
connect PIN1 & PIN2 to create one setting and shorting. You can either connect
PIN2 & PIN3 to create another setting. The same jumper diagrams are applied all
through this manual. The figure below shows what the manual diagrams look and
what they represent.

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JUMPER DIAGRAMS
JUMPER SETTINGS

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2-4. COM PORT & VGA CONNECTOR
There are four COM ports enhanced in this board namely: COM1, COM2, COM3
and COM4.
Caution: When using a 72W power adaptor, do not set the voltage at “12V” for three COM
ports or above; otherwise, the system may shut down due to power deficiency.
COM1: COM1 Connector
The COM1 Connector assignments are as follows:
PIN ASSIGNMENT
1 DCD2
2 RXD2
3 TXD2
4 DTR2
5 GND
6 DSR2
7 RTS2
8 CTS2
9 RI / +5V / +12V selectable
COM3: COM3 Connector
The pin assignments are as follows:
PIN ASSIGNMENT
1 DCD3
2 RXD3
3 TXD3
4 DTR3
5 GND
6 DSR3
7 RTS3
8 CTS3
9 RI / +5V / +12V selectable
10 NC
COM3
COM1