Tri-M Systems TCB1000 Series User manual

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User Guide
TCB1000 Series
Rev 09/11
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Important Notes
This manual is intended for integrators of embedded system applications. It contains detailed information on hardware
and software requirements to interconnect to other embedded devices. Carefully read this manual before you begin
installation.
About Tri-M Technologies Inc.
Tri-M Technologies Inc. specializes in embedded computing for rugged environments. Tri-M’s innovative solutions are
the premiere choice for off-highway vehicles, industrial controls, robotics, military equipment, aerospace technologies,
undersea and advanced security products. We offer a wide range of DC-to-DC converters, CPU boards, hardened
enclosures, I/O modules, wireless communication devices, and customized systems. With over 28 years of industry
experience, Tri-M is your embedded systems specialist.
Technical Support
Tri-M is pleased to provide technical support and services by phone, live chat, and email:
• For User Guides, FAQ’s and RMA’s, please visit us at www.tri-m.com/support
• For Email support, please contact our staff at [email protected]
• To speak with a technical support representative, call us at 1.800.665.5600 or +1.604.945.9565
Tri-M Technologies Inc. (Limited Warranty)
Unless otherwise agreed to in writing, Tri-M Technologies Inc. (Tri-M) warrants to the original purchaser that its products
will be free from defects in material and workmanship for a period of (1) one year from the date of shipment. Tri-M’s
obligation under this warranty is limited to replacement or repair at its option and its designated site. Any such products
must be returned within the warranty period to Tri-M in Tri-M approved packaging with a Tri-M-assigned RMA (Return
Material Authorization) number referenced on the shipping documents.
All warranties are void if there is evidence of misuse, tampering, or attempted repair of parts. Any returns must be
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to Tri-M’s designated site. If returned products are repaired or replaced under the terms of this warranty, Tri-M shall pay
return transportation charges.
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failure or incorrect use of any of its products. This warranty is in lieu of all warranties, either express or implied, including,
without limitation, any implied warranty of merchantability or tness for any particular purpose, and of any other obligation
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COPYRIGHT © 2011 TRI-M TECHNOLOGIES INC.
Preface

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Preface Table of Contents
PREFACE
Important Notes .................................................................................................. 2
About Tri-M Technologies Inc. ....................................................................... 2
Technical Support........................................................................................... 2
Tri-M Technologies Inc. (Limited Warranty).................................................... 2
Disclaimer ...................................................................................................... 2
INTRODUCTION
Overview............................................................................................................. 5
Key Features ...................................................................................................... 5
Optional Items..................................................................................................... 5
Specications...................................................................................................... 6
Electrical......................................................................................................... 6
Mechanical..................................................................................................... 6
Environment................................................................................................... 6
Communication.............................................................................................. 6
Certications .................................................................................................. 6
Block Diagram .................................................................................................... 7
Dimensions......................................................................................................... 8
Connector Layout ............................................................................................... 9
CONNECTORS
ConnectorSpecications .................................................................................... 10
PC/104 8bit Bus (CN1)................................................................................... 10
PC/104 16bit Bus (CN2)................................................................................. 11
RS232 Ports (CN3, CN4, CN5, CN6)............................................................. 12
RS485 Port (CN7).......................................................................................... 13

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JTAG Port (CN8 Top) ..................................................................................... 14
USB Port (CN8 Bottom)................................................................................. 14
LED Port (CN9).............................................................................................. 15
Universal MultiTech Sockets (CN10, CN11) .................................................. 16
CAN BUS (CN12, CN13) ............................................................................... 17
CONFIGURATION
CongurationOverview ...................................................................................... 18
Command-lineCongurationSetup ............................................................... 18
Mass-StorageCongurationSetup ................................................................ 19
Command-lineConguration ......................................................................... 20
UART 1...................................................................................................... 20
UART 2...................................................................................................... 21
Serial Port Enable/Disable......................................................................... 22
DSR........................................................................................................... 22
RS485........................................................................................................ 23
SOCKET RESET....................................................................................... 23
CAN MODE............................................................................................... 24
CAN 1........................................................................................................ 24
CAN 2........................................................................................................ 25
HEART BEAT............................................................................................. 25
TEMP......................................................................................................... 25
ALARM MESSAGE ................................................................................... 26
CONFIG..................................................................................................... 26
APPENDIX A .......................................................................................................... 27
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Overview
Tri-M’s TCB1000 Series features dual SJA1000 CANbus controllers, isolated serial ports, and
two MultiTech Universal compatible sockets on a single PC/104 board design. This high density
communication board offers an all-in-one communication solution, optimizing Size, Weight, and
Performance(SWaP)requirements.Thisinnovativeproductisanindustryrst,andtakesfull
advantageofthelatesttechnologiesinjumperlessconguration,highvoltageisolationandadvanced
communication functionality.
The TCB1000 Series includes 2 galvanic isolated CANbus controllers with 2500V isolation protection
andadvancednetworkingandcongurationcapabilities.The4xRS232Portsand1xRS485Port
features 2500V isolation protection and individual +5VDC isolated power supplies, thus providing less
noise and increased system protection.
With USB connectivity and jumperless setup, extended operating temperature, and versatile
options, Tri-M’s TCB1000 Series is your perfect choice for CANbus, serial, and wired or wireless
communication. To learn more and take advantage of this rugged and innovative design, please
contact us at 1-800-665-5600 or visit us at http://www.tri-m.com/products/trim/tcb1000.html.
Key Features
• All-in-one PC/104 communication solution for CANbus, serial port, and wired and wireless
communication (including optional GPS functionality)
• High voltage (2500V) port isolation to reduce noise and increase system protection
• AdvancedCANbusfunctionality,suchassocketnetworkdeviceoperation,addingexibilityto 
your embedded system in order to reduce development time, cost, and installation setup
• Jumperlesscongurationwithsecurelock,ensuringuniformityandmaximizingsystemsecurity
• Extended operating temperature -40°C to +85°C (-40°F to 185°F), suited for outstanding
performance and reliability in harsh environments
Introduction
Optional Items
Tri-M offers the following options for the TCB1000 Series. For more information please visit us at
http://www.tri-m.com/products/trim/conformal.html or call 1.800.665.5600.
• Conformal Coating (Options - CS, CH, CH1, AND CU)
Ruggedized protection against the elements such as temperature (CS), fungal resistance
(CH), and humidity & chemical (CU)

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Specications
Electrical
Supply Voltage +5 VDC
Aux Port Output Current 200mA per Port
Aux Port Output Isolation 2500V maximum
Mechanical
Dimensions PC/104 Compliant, 90mm x 96mm x 15mm
(3.55” x 3.775” x 0.6”)
Weight 52g (1.9oz)
Environment
Operating Temperature -40°C to +85°C (-40°F to 185°F)
Communication
CANbus 2 x SJA1000 Controllers, 1Mbp/s maximum
RS232 4 x Isolated Ports, 921Kbp/s maximum
RS485 1 x Isolated Port, 921Kbp/s maximum
Universal MultiTech Sockets 2 x MultiTech Compatible Sockets, 921Kbp/s maximum
LED Indicators 5 x Isolated LED’s, built-in limiting resistors
USB/JTAG 1 x USB/JTAG port for easy installation setup
Certications     Manufactured in
ISO 9001:2008,
ISO 14001:2004 &
ANSI/ESD S20.20
Environments
Introduction
RoHS
compliant

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Block Diagram
For a detailed block diagram, please see Appendix A.
Introduction
PC/104 Bus
MCU &
Logic
Dual Isolated
CAN SJA1000
Isolated RS232
Isolated RS485
CAN
PORT 1
CAN
PORT 2
JTAGUSB TEMP
4x RS232
1x RS485
2x Universal
Sockets
Universal
MultiTech Slots

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Dimensions
Introduction
Note
Dimensions are in mil (.001 inch) and millimeters (mm)

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Connector Diagram
Label Connector Description
CN1 PC104 8-BIT BUS 2x32press-theader
CN2 PC104 16-BIT BUS 2x20press-theader
CN3 RS232 PORT 1 2x5 right-angle shroud 0.1” pins
CN4 RS232 PORT 2 2x5 right-angle shroud 0.1” pins
CN5 RS232 PORT 3 2x5 right-angle shroud 0.1” pins
CN6 RS232 PORT 4 2x5 right-angle shroud 0.1” pins
CN7 RS485 PORT 2x5 right-angle shroud 0.1” pins
CN8 JTAG (TOP) / USB (BOTTOM) 2x5 right-angle 0.1” pins (2) (Top/Bottom)
CN9 5 ISOLATED LED’S 2x5 right-angle shroud 0.1” pins
CN10 SOCKET PORT 1 Supports Tri-M and Universal MultiTech Modules
CN11 SOCKET PORT 2 Supports Tri-M and Universal MultiTech Modules
CN12 CAN BUS 1 2x5 right-angle shroud 0.1” pins
CN13 CAN BUS 2 2x5 right-angle shroud 0.1” pins
CN12
CN11
CN13
CN9
CN8
CN1
CN2
CN6
CN5
CN4
CN3
CN7
Introduction
CN10

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ConnectorSpecications
Thefollowingsectionsdescribethemechanicalandpinoutspecications.Forcongurationandsetup
information,pleaseseetheCongurationsection.
PC/104 8-bit Bus (CN1)
CN1 is a PC/104 ISA 8-bit bus with pass-through connectors. Tri-M also accommodates non-pass-
through and non-PC/104 compliant customizations.
PC/104 8-bit Connector (CN1)
Pin Signal Pin Signal Pin Signal Pin Signal
A1 /IOCHCK B1 GND A17 SA14 B17 /DACK1
A2 SD7 B2 RESETDRV A18 SA13 B18 DRQ1
A3 SD6 B3 +5V A19 SA12 B19 /REFRESH
A4 SD5 B4 IRQ9 A20 SA11 B20 SYSCLK
A5 SD4 B5 -5V A21 SA10 B21 IRQ7
A6 SD3 B6 DRQ2 A22 SA9 B22 N/A
A7 SD2 B7 -12V A23 SA8 B23 IRQ5
A8 SD1 B8 /0WS A24 SA7 B24 IRQ4
A9 SD0 B9 +12V A25 SA6 B25 IRQ3
A10 IOCHRDY B10 GND A26 SA5 B26 /DACK2
A11 AEN B11 /SMEMW A27 SA4 B27 TC
A12 SA19 B12 /SMEMR A28 SA3 B28 BALE
A13 SA18 B13 /IOW A29 SA2 B29 +5V
A14 SA17 B14 /IOR A30 SA1 B30 OSC
A15 SA16 B15 DACK3 A31 SA0 B31 GND
A16 SA15 B16 DRQ3 A32 GND B32 GND
B1 B32
A32
CN1
TOPVIEW
Connectors

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PC/104 16-bit Bus (CN2)
CN2 is a 16-bit bus with pass-through connectors. Tri-M also accommodates non-pass-through and
non-PC/104 compliant customizations.
C0 C19
D19
DO
CN2
TOPSIDE
PC/104 16-bit Connector (CN2)
Pin Signal Pin Signal
C0 GND D0 GND
C1 /SBHE D1 /MEMCS16
C2 LA23 D2 /IOCS16
C3 LA22 D3 IRQ10
C4 LA21 D4 IRQ11
C5 LA20 D5 IRQ12
C6 LA19 D6 IRQ15
C7 LA18 D7 IRQ14
C8 LA17 D8 /DACK0
C9 /MEMR D9 DRQ0
C10 /MEMW D10 /DACK5
C11 SD8 D11 DRQ5
C12 SD9 D12 /DACK6
C13 SD10 D13 DRQ6
C14 SD11 D14 /DACK7
C15 SD12 D15 DRQ7
C16 SD13 D16 +5V
C17 SD14 D17 /MASTER
C18 SD15 D18 GND
C19 GND D19 GND
Connectors

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RS232 Ports (CN3, CN4, CN5, CN6)
CN3 to CN6 are the RS232 Ports 1 to 4. These ports are galvanic isolated up to 2500V and have a
maximum baud rate of 921Kbp/s. These isolated ports reduce noise and increases system protection.
The pin spacing is 2.54mm (0.1”).
10
1 19
RS232
Port 1
CN3
RS232
Port 2
CN4
RS232
Port 3
CN5
RS232
Port 4
CN6
SIDE VIEW
TOPVIEW
PCB
RS232 Ports 1 to 4 (CN3, CN4, CN5, CN6)
Top Bottom
Pin Signal Pin Signal
1 NC 2 NC
3 RX 4 RTS
5 TX 6 CTS
7 NC 8 NC
9 GNDISO 10 VCC5VISO
1 1
2
9
100mil (2.54mm)
Note
GNDISO and VCC5VISO are independently isolated
Connectors
RS232
PORT 4
1
RS232
PORT 3
1
RS232
PORT 4
1
RS232
PORT 3
1

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RS485 Port (CN7)
CN7 is the RS485 Port. This port is galvanic isolated up to 2500V and has a maximum baud rate of
921Kbp/s. The port isolation reduces noise and increases system protection. The port also features
aterminating120Ωresistorsettingwhichcanbesettoopenorclosed.PleaseseetheConfiguration
section for more details. The pin spacing is 2.54mm(0.1”).
9
10
1
2
SIDE VIEW PCB
RS485 Port (CN7)
Top Bottom
Pin Signal Pin Signal
1 NC 2 NC
3 RX+ 4 TX+
5 TX- 6 RX-
7 NC 8 Z120ΩEnable
9 GNDISO 10 VCC5VISO
RS485 Port
CN7
100mil (2.54mm)
Connectors
RS485
PORT 5
1
Note
Thesoftwarecongurationcommand‘RSZ’willtakeprecedencewhenset.
PleaseseetheCongurationsectionformoredetails.

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JTAG Port (CN8 Top)
CN8 is the JTAG and USB Port comprised of two 1x5 headers. The top side of CN8 is the JTAG Port.
It provides programming and debugging capabilities for the CPLD. The pin spacing is 2.54mm(0.1”).
5 1
SIDE VIEW
TOPVIEW
PCB
JTAG Port (CN8)
Pin Signal
1 VCC3V3
3 TMS
5 TCK
7 TDI
9 TDO
JTAG/USB
PORT CN8
2
JTAG
USB
USB Port (CN8 Bottom)
ThebottomsideofCN8istheUSBPort,usedtosetupandconguretheTCB1000.Forconguration
details,pleaseseetheCongurationsection.Thepinspacingis2.54mm(0.1”).
10
1
SIDE VIEW PCB
JTAG/USB
Port CN8
2
JTAG
USB
USB Port (CN8)
Pin Signal
2 VCCUSB
4 D-
6 D+
8 GND
10 ISP
100mil (2.54mm)
100mil (2.54mm)
Connectors
JTAG/
USB PORT
1
Note
This port is for
factory use only.

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LED Port (CN9)
CN9 are the 5 LED Ports. These ports monitor the 4x RS232 and 1x RS485 signals. They are
independently isolated up to 2500V, and do not require any limiting resistors, allowing you to directly
connectanLEDtotheport.ToconguretheLED’s,pleaseseetheCongurationsection.Thepin
spacing is 2.54mm(0.1”).
9
10
1
2
SIDE VIEW
PCB
LED Port (CN9)
Top Bottom
Pin Signal Pin Signal
LED1 1 LED- 2 LED+
LED2 3 LED- 4 LED+
LED3 5 LED- 6 LED+
LED4 7 LED- 8 LED+
LED5 9 LED- 10 LED+
LED Port
CN9
100mil (2.54mm)
Note
LED- and LED+ are independently isolated
Connectors
TOPVIEW
LED
PORT
1
- - - - -
+ + + + +
Note
+is the Anode, and
-is the Cathode

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Universal MultiTech Sockets (CN10, CN11)
There are two Universal MultiTech compatible sockets capable of serial and wireless or wired
communication. Tri-M developed its own GPS module and provides a variety of socket modules
includingEthernet,CDMA,GSM,GPRS,Wi-FiandBluetooth.Forspecicproductinformation,
please visit http://www.tri-m.com/products/multitech/.
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(I/O)Tip
(I/O) Ring
Safety Void
(O) TX+
(O) TX-
(I) RX+
(I) RX-
Safety Void
(O) TCLK
(O) RCLK
(I) MIC+
(I) MIC-
(I) -RESET
(I) USB_VBUS
(I) GND
(I/O) USB_DP
(I/O) USB_DN
(O) LED DCD
(O) LED RX
(O) LED DTR
(O) LED TX
SPKR (O)
GND (I)
MICV (I)
VCC (I)
-LED SPD (O)
-LED COL (O)
-LED LINK (O)
-LEC ACT (O)
-LED FDX (O)
GPIO (I/O)
GPIO (I/O)
GPIO (I/O)
GPIO (I/O)
SPK+ (O)
SPK- (O)
GND (I)
-DTR (I)
-DCD (O)
-CTS (O)
-DSR (O)
-RI (O)
-TXD (I)
-RXD (O)
-RTS (I)
MultiTech
Universal Socket
Connectors
TOPVIEW
SOCKET 1
SOCKET 2
CN10
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10
11
2
9
CAN 1
CN12
CAN 2
CN13
CAN BUS (CN12, CN13)
Top Bottom
Pin Signal Pin Signal
1 N.C. 2 GND ISO
3 CAN- 4 CAN+
5 GND ISO 6 LOAD ON
7LOAD T 8 +5VDC ISO
9 N.C. 10 N.C.
SIDE VIEW PCB
CAN BUS (CN12, CN13)
There are two NXP SJA1000 ControllerArea Network (CAN) controllers providing up to 2500V
channel isolation and high input impedance for maximum protection in harsh environments. They are
congurableforBasicCANandPeliCAN.Thepinspacingis2.54mm(0.1”).
The CAN transceiver has thermal shutdown protection, maximum speeds up to 1 Mb/s, and slope
control for EMI protection. It has a jumperless impedance setting, and unpowered nodes do not
disturb the bus resulting in secure and reliable network signaling. Another great feature is the
exibilitytoaccesstheCANasasocketnetworkdevice.ToconguretheCANbus,pleaseseethe
Congurationsection.
100mil (2.54mm)
Note
To enable Z, connect LOAD T and LOAD ON
Connectors
TOPVIEW
CAN
PORT 1
1
CAN
PORT 2
1

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Conguration
CongurationOverview
Thecongurationsetupusesastateoftheartjumperlessembeddeddesign.Thisgivesyouquick
and easy remote and direct access to the board without having to dissemble and reassemble your
stack. The jumperless design is also a key element for ruggedization and protection for shock and
vibration.TheTCBalsofeaturesacongurationlocktosecureyoursettingsfromundesirable
changes.TherearetwomethodstoconguretheTCB1000:Command-lineandMass-Storage.
You can access the TCB’s Serial Port 8 remotely or directly by connecting a USB cable. Connecting
remotelyinvolvesidentifyingandaccessingtheCOMportusinga‘terminal’command-line
application.ConnectingdirectlyentailsconguringtheUSBcableinCDC(communicationdevice
class)mode,thusenablingaUSBVirtualCOMPort.Youcanthenusea‘terminal’applicationto
congurethedevice.
Command-line Conguration Setup
TCB1000 directly accessed using a USB Cable as a Virtual COM Port
TCB1000 remotely accessed via a Stack
Terminal Command-Line Application
USB Cable
USB Virtual COM Port
Monitor connected to the Stack Terminal Command-Line Application
TCB1000
TCB1000
(Powered)
(Powered
in a Stack)
Note
Ifyoulockyourcongurationsettings,theycanonlybeunlockedusingtheUSBVirtualCOMinCDCmode

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OnceyouhavedeterminedyourcongurationsettingsusingtheCommand-linemethod,youcan
lockyoursettingsandexportthemintoa‘cong.txt’le.UsingtheUSBcableinMSC(mass-storage
deviceclass)mode,youcan‘draganddrop’yourcongurationproletoandfromthedevice.
NotethattheTCB1000doesnotneedpowerinMSCmode,addinggreaterexibilityandeasein
conguringyourdevice.
Mass-Storage Conguration Setup
Note
You do not need to power the board when connecting the USB cable for Mass-Storage
mode, and it may take up to 25 seconds to identify and mount the device (NXP LPC1342).
Conguration
Drag and Drop
USB Cable
Congured as USB Mass Storage
TCB1000
TCB1000 congured as a Mass-Storage device
(Powered or
Unpowered)
CAUTION
Although the device is recognized as a Mass-Storage device, space in limited,
approximately4kb.Theintendeduseisstrictlyforstoringthecongurationle,cong.
txt. The Mass-Storage memory should not be used for any other purposes as if there any
otherlesarepresent,theywillbelostwhenthesystempowercycles.
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Read Command Description
SER? Displays the addresses and IRQ’s used by UART1 and UART2
U1? Displays the addresses and IRQ’s used by UART1
U1P? Displays the addresses used by UART1
U1P1? Displays the address used by UART1 Port 1 (RS232 Port 1)
U1P2? Displays the address used by UART1 Port 2 (RS232 Port 2)
U1P3? Displays the address used by UART1 Port 3 (RS232 Port 3)
U1P4? Displays the address used by UART1 Port 4 (RS232 Port 4)
U1I? Displays the IRQ used by UART1
U1I1? Displays the IRQ used by UART1 Port 1 (RS232 Port 1)
U1I2? Displays the IRQ used by UART1 Port 2 (RS232 Port 2)
U1I3? Displays the IRQ used by UART1 Port 3 (RS232 Port 3)
U1I4? Displays the IRQ used by UART1 Port 4 (RS232 Port 4)
UART 1
ThesecommandsallowyoutocongureUART1whichcontrolstheRS232Ports1to4.
Conguration
Command-line Conguration
Once you have established connection with Serial Port 8, either directly or remotely (see the
CongurationOverviewsection),youcanusea‘terminal’command-lineapplicationtoreadandwrite
values. The following sections describe the read and write commands.
Write Command Value Default Description
U1P= ADDRESS
(in Hexadecimal) 0x100 Assign a base address to UART1. The value should represent the real 10bits value as it will be masked with 0x3E0. The
ADDRESS RANGE is from 0x100 to 0x3E0 by steps of 0x20. For
instance, 0x100, 0x120...0x3E0, 0x3C0, 0x3E0.
U1I= IRQ 5 Assign an IRQ (5,6,7,9,10,11,12,15)
Note
To enter a Read
Command using a
terminal command-line
application, type exactly
what is in the column. For
instance, type SER?, then
press the Enter key to
return the value.
Note
ADDRESS values are encoded and must be entered in hexadecimal. IRQ values are in decimal. All other values are
NUMERICAL, UPPER CASE.