Vantron VT-M2M-APL PLUS User manual

VT-M2M-APL PLUS
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VT-M2M-APL PLUS
User’s Manual
Chengdu Vantron Technology Ltd. Co.
www.vantrontech.com

VT-M2M-APL PLUS
Revision History:
No.
Version
Description
Date
1
V1.0
First release
October 8, 2019
2
V1.1
Add some description
October 10, 2019
3
V1.2
Correct some description
October 12, 2019
4 V1.3 Add optional description December 13, 2019

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Table of Contents
Part I：Hardware Platform .................................................................. 3
1Foreword ..................................................................................... 4
1.1 Copyright Notice ...................................................................... 4
1.2 Notes ............................................................................ 4
1.3 Statement ............................................................................ 5
1.4 Disclaimer ............................................................................ 5
1.5 Limitation of Liability/Non-warranty ....................................... 5
1.6 Safety Instructions ................................................................... 6
1.7 Precautions ............................................................................ 6
1.8 Safety Instructions for Power Cables and Accessories ............. 7
1.9 Cleaning Instructions ............................................................... 7
2Overview...................................................................................... 8
2.1 Introduction ............................................................................ 8
2.2 Product Series .......................................................................... 9
2.2.1 Product Order Coding Rule........................................ 9
2.2.2 Ordering Information .............................................. 10
3M2M-APL Hardware Instructions................................................ 11
3.1 Product Appearance .............................................................. 11
3.2 Specifications ......................................................................... 13
3.3 Interface Instructions............................................................. 15
3.3.1 Front View............................................................... 15
3.3.2 Overlook View ......................................................... 15
3.4 Dimension .......................................................................... 16
3.5 Interface Description ............................................................. 17
3.5.1 Power JACK with lock............................................... 17

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3.5.2 RS232/RS485/RS422 Connector ............................... 18
3.5.3 D Sub-9 RS232 Connector........................................ 18
3.5.4 Antenna description................................................ 19
3.6 Operation Notice.................................................................... 21
3.6.1 Change SIM Card ..................................................... 21
3.6.2 Power Supply........................................................... 21
3.6.3 VESA Install.............................................................. 21
4Tips............................................................................................ 22

VT-M2M-APL PLUS
Part I：Hardware Platform

VT-M2M-APL PLUS
1Foreword
1.1 Copyright Notice
While all information contained herein have been carefully checked
to assure its accuracy in technical details and printing, Vantron assumes
no responsibility resulting from any error or features of this manual, or
from improper uses of this manual or the software. Please contact our
technical department for relevant operation solutions if there is any
problem that cannot be solved according to this manual.
Vantron reserves all rights of this manual, including the right to
change the content, form, product features, and specifications
contained herein at any time without prior notice. The latest version of
this manual is at www.vantrontech.com.cn. Please contact Vantron for
further information:
Vantron Technology（Vantron）
E-mail: [e-mail]
The trademarks and registered trademarks in this manual are properties
of their respective owners. No part of this manual may be copied,
reproduced, translated or sold. No changes or other purposes are
permitted without the prior written consent of Vantron.
Vantron reserves the right of all publicly-released copies of this
manual.
1.2 Notes
Applicable notes are listed in the following table:

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Sign
Notice Type
Description
Notice Important information and regulations
Caution Caution for latent damage to system or harm
to personnel
1.3 Statement
It is recommended to read and comply with this manual before
operating VT-M2M-APL PLUS which provides important guidance and
helps decreasing the danger of injury, electric shock, fire, or any damage
to the device.
1.4 Disclaimer
Vantron assumes no legal liability of accidents resulting from failure of
conforming to the safety instructions.
1.5 Limitation of Liability/Non-warranty
For direct or indirect damage to this device or other devices of
Vantron caused by failure of conforming to this manual or the safety
instructions on device label, Vantron assumes neither warranty nor legal
liability even if the device is still under warranty.
The VT-M2M-APL PLUS should be installed, debugged and maintained
by professional people.
The outside antennas are not permitted to be installed or to be
changed by non-professional people. To run the device normally, only
specify antennas are approved to be assembled together by
professional people.
Unit shall be used with indoor-use antenna only. No antenna for this

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unit can be installed outdoor.
1.6 Safety Instructions
Keep and comply with all operation instructions, warnings, and
information.
Pay attention to warnings on this device.
Read the following precautions so as to decrease the danger of
injury, electric shock, fire, or any damage to the device.
Operations and Service instructions are provided with the
equipment.
Unit shall be used with indoor-use antenna only. No antenna for this
unit can be installed outdoor.
The maximum operation temperature is 60°C.
1.7 Precautions
Pay attention to the product labels/safety instructions printed on
silk screens.
Do not try repairing this product unless declared in this manual.
Keep away from heat source, such as heater, heat dissipater, or
engine casing.
Do not insert other items into the slot (if any) of this device.
•Keep the ventilation slot ventilated for cooling.
•System fault may arise if other items are inserted into this device.
Installation: ensure correct installation according to instructions
from the manufacturer with recommended installation tools.
Ensure ventilation and smoothness according to relevant ventilation
standard.

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1.8 Safety Instructions for Power Cables and Accessories
Proper power source only Start only with power source that
satisfies voltage label and the voltage necessary according to this
manual. Please contact technical support personnel of Vantron for any
uncertainty about the requirements of necessary power source.
Use tested power source This product still contains a button
lithium battery as a real-time clock after its external power source is
removed and therefore should not be short-circuited during
transportation or placed under high temperature.
Place cables properly: Do not place cables at any place with
extrusion danger.
1.9 Cleaning Instructions
Please power off before cleaning the device.
Do not use spray detergent.
Clean with a damp cloth.
Do not try cleaning exposed electronic components unless with a
dust collector.
Support for special fault: Power off and contact technical support
personnel of Vantron in case of the following faults:
The device is damaged.
The temperature is excessively high.
Fault is still not solved after the operation according to the
manual.

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2Overview
2.1 Introduction
Thank you for choosing Vantron. It is our commitment to provide our
valued customers with the embedded devices equipped with the
state-of-the-art technology and the best product services.
Vantron’s M2M products are based on the most advanced ARM、Intel
Atom and Intel APL processors and have low-power consumption and
high integration. The products are designed for applications of M2M in
industrials, medicals, financial, retail, vehicle, and transportations etc.

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2.2 Product Series
2.2.1 Product Order Coding Rule
Order Code
VT-M2M-APL-D-4G-111-GWLP-C
Version:
W: Extended Temperature
C:Commercial temperature
Wireless Module Option:
G:4G , W: WiFi, L: LORA, P: GPS
1:16GB EMMC 1:16GB SSD 1:320GB HD
DDR Memory Size: 2G: 2GB, 4G: 4GB, 8G: 8GB
CPU Speed: S/D/Q:Single / Dual/ Quad

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2.2.2 Ordering Information
Order Examples:
VT-M2M-APL-D-4G-111-GWLP-C
ATOM APL Dual core Processor, 4GB LPDDR4, 16GB/16GB/320GB,
4G, WiFi, LORA,GPS, Commercial temperature
Accessories:
Install Mechanical tools,1pc
Power Adapter with locked connector (Optional),1pc
4G Antenna(Optional),2pc
WiFi &BT Antenna(Optional),2pc
LORA Antenna(Optional),1pc
GPS Antenna(Optional),1pc

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3M2M-APL Hardware Instructions
3.1 Product Appearance
Front Side View

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Overlook Side View
View for all optional embedded modules and antennas

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3.2 Specifications
Specifications
CPU
Processor
Intel® APL,N3350/2.4GHz , Dual core
Processor,6W
(optional N3450/2.2GHz Quad core;
N4200/2.4GHz Quad core)
Memory
On Board
RAM
On Board LPDDR4 1600MT/s 4GB(optional
8GB)
ROM Internal
16GB EMMC(optional up to 64GB)
16GB SSD(optional up to 2TB)
320GB Hard Disk(optional up to 2TB)
Display
Resolution HDMI 1.4b (3840x2160@30Hz5)
Interface 1xHDMI(Standard)
Wireless
Communication
WLAN
802.11 b/g/n Wireless Module, external
antenna
BT Bluetooth 4.0 module, with external antenna
Cellular
Module
1xMINIPCIE 4G Cellular Module with SIM
slot(optional 1x M.2 B-KEY 5G Module)
RF Module With LORA RF module
With GPS module
Peripheral
Interfaces
Ethernet 2x10/100/1000-BaseT(RJ45)
USB 4xUSB2.0 Host (Type A)
2xUSB3.0 Host (Type A)

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Audio 1xHeadphone with Mic 3.5mm
COM Port 1xRS232/422/485 (Full function, DB9)
5xRS232 ((Full function, DB9)
LED 4xIndicate LED
Alarm Buzzer Out
RTC Supported
Control Reset Button
Security
security TPM module on board
Software
OS Linux, Windows 10
Applications SDK Available
Power
Input DC12 / 24V(12-36V), Locked Power Jack
Consumption 10W+
Mechanical
Dimensions 220x155x79mm (Box)
Install
220x168x79mm
Weight 1.3Kg
Enclosure Aluminum Alloy with Silver Color
Environment
Condition
Temperature
Operating: -20°C ~ +60°C,
Storage:-40°C ~ +85°C
Humidity 5-95%RH at 25-35 (Non-Condensation)
Cooling Mode Fan less, Heat Sink
Approvals
UL, FCC, IC, CE, RoHS, and PTCRB
Compliance

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3.3 Interface Instructions
3.3.1 Front View
3.3.2 Overlook View

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3.4 Dimension

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3.5 Interface Description
Connectors and Antennas
1 DC Power Input 12~36V 2 Headphone with Mic
3 Wireless Indicate LED 4 SATA and Power Indicate LED
5 RS232/RS485/RS422 6 RS232 Connector
7 USB3.0 Connector 8 USB2.0 Connector
9 ETH Connector 10 HDMI Connector
RF1 WWAN Primary Antenna RF2 WIFI Antenna
RF3 GPS Antenna RF4 LORAAntenna
RF5 WWAN Secondary Antenna RF6 BT Antenna
VESA VESA fixed support
3.5.1 Power JACK with lock
Location
Pin
Definition
Pin
Definition
1
1,3 GND (ground pin) 2 Power (+12~36V)

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3.5.2 RS232/RS485/RS422 Connector
Location Pin Definition Pin Definition
5
1
DCD1/422TX+/485_A
2
RXD1/422TX-/485_B
3 TXD1/422RX+ 4 DTR1/422RX-
5 DGND (ground pin) 6 DSR1
7
RTS1
8
CTS1
9 RI1
The Connector can be defined to RS232、RS485 or RS422 by BIOS set.
3.5.3 D Sub-9 RS232 Connector
Location
Pin
Definition
Pin
Definition
6
1
DCD
2
RXD
3 TXD 4 DTR
5
GND
6
DSR
7
RTS
8
CTS
9 RI