VersaLogic VL-EPM-V7 User manual

Reference
Manual
REV. April 2021
VL-EPM-V7
PC/104-Plus Video Expansion
Module

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Product Release Notes
Rev 1.4 – Added CBR-1206 as an option in table 2
Rev 1.3 – Updated Web links and the default video switch settings
Rev 1.2 – Third release. Added PCI Slot information to Figure 5.
Rev 1.1 – Second release. Replaced VGA connector with a PicoClasp connector for enhanced
reliability.
Rev 1.0 – Commercial Release.
Support Page
The VL-EPM-V7 Support Page contains additional information and resources for this product including:
Operating system information and links to software drivers
Data sheets and manufacturers’ links for chips used in this product
BIOS and PLD information and upgrades
Links to KnowledgeBase articles and product advisories
Customer Support
If you are unable to solve a problem after reading this manual, visiting the product support page, or
searching the KnowledgeBase, contact VersaLogic Technical Support at [phone]. VersaLogic
support engineers are also available via e-mail at [e-mail].
Repair Service
If your product requires service, you must obtain a Returned Material Authorization (RMA) number by calling
503-747-2261. Provide the following information:
Your name, the name of your company, your phone number, and e-mail address
The name of a technician or engineer that can be contacted if any questions arise
The quantity of items being returned
The model and serial number (barcode) of each item
A detailed description of the problem
Steps you have taken to resolve or recreate the problem
The return shipping address
Warranty Repair All parts and labor charges are covered, including return shipping charges for
UPS Ground delivery to United States addresses.
Non-warranty Repair All approved non-warranty repairs are subject to diagnosis and labor charges,
parts charges and return shipping fees. Specify the shipping method you prefer
and provide a purchase order number for invoicing the repair.
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Note:
Mark the RMA number clearly on the outside of the box before returning.

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Contents
Introduction .....................................................................................................................1
Description ............................................................................................................1
Technical Specifications........................................................................................1
Block Diagrams .....................................................................................................2
Cautions ................................................................................................................4
Electrostatic Discharge.............................................................................. 4
Handling Care............................................................................................4
Earth Ground Requirement........................................................................4
Physical Layout...............................................................................................................5
Dimensions and Mounting..................................................................................... 5
Hardware Assembly...................................................................................6
Stack Arrangement Example ..................................................................... 7
External Connectors..............................................................................................8
Connectors ................................................................................................8
Connector Functions and Interface Cables ............................................. 10
Jumper Summary ....................................................................................11
Interfaces and Connectors...........................................................................................12
Video ...................................................................................................................12
VGA Interface ..........................................................................................12
LVDS Flat Panel Display Connector........................................................13
LVDS to VGA Adapter .............................................................................14
PCI Express Mini Card Socket ............................................................................16
LED_WWAN#, LED_WLAN#, and LED_WPAN# Signals ....................... 17
Appendix A – References.............................................................................................18
Appendix B – Technical Notes.....................................................................................19
Drivers .................................................................................................................19
BIOS Configuration .............................................................................................19

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Figures
Figure 1. PCIe Module Block Diagram ......................................................................... 2
Figure 2. Video Module Block Diagram ........................................................................ 3
Figure 3. PCIe Module Dimensions and Mounting Holes.......................................... 5
Figure 4. Video Module Dimensions and Connectors................................................ 6
Figure 5. Stack Arrangement Example......................................................................... 7
Figure 6. VL-EPM-V7 Connectors – Top Side............................................................. 8
Figure 7. VL-EPM-V7 Connectors – Bottom Side....................................................... 9
Figure 8. Location of V2 Jumper Block....................................................................... 11
Figure 9. VL-CBR-2014 LVDS to VGA Adapter Card .............................................. 14
Figure 10. LVDS Resolution Switch Positions........................................................... 15
Figure 11. Location of D3 and D4 LEDs..................................................................... 17
Tables
Table 1: Baseboard Connector Functions and Interface Cables .......................... 10
Table 2: Video Mini Card Connector Functions and Interface Cables ................. 10
Table 3: V2 Jumper Block Configuration Summary ................................................ 11
Table 4: Maximum Display Resolutions .................................................................... 12
Table 5: J1 VGA Connector Pinout ............................................................................ 12
Table 6: LVDS Flat Panel Display Pinout.................................................................. 13
Table 7: LVDS Startup Resolution Switch Settings ................................................. 15
Table 8: PCIe Mini Card Pinout .................................................................................. 16
Table 9: Wi-Fi Mini Card LED Functions ................................................................... 17

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Introduction
Description
The VL-EPM-V7 expansion module provides VGA and LVDS display outputs for
PC/104-Plus embedded systems. A Mini PCIe expansion socket accommodates plug-in
modules such as A/D convertors, Ethernet, Wi-Fi modems, MIL-STD-1553, and other
devices. With a full industrial temperature rating and rugged construction, the VL-EPM-
V7 is an ideal solution for embedded video applications in harsh, mobile, and remote
environments.
One VGA and one LVDS port
One unpopulated PCI Express Mini
Card interface with PCIe signaling.
Compatible with Wi-Fi, MIL-STD-1553
bus, cell modem, Flash memory, and
other PCIe Mini Card devices
Pass-through ISA interface
Rugged, latching connectors
Industrial temperature operation
RoHS-compliant
Customization available
This I/O board is compatible with a variety of popular x86 operating systems including
Windows, Windows Embedded, and Linux.
The module features high-reliability design and construction. VL-EPM-V7 boards are
subjected to 100% functional testing and are backed by a limited five-year warranty.
Careful part sourcing and US-based technical support ensure the highest possible
quality, reliability, service, and product longevity for this exceptional module.
Technical Specifications
See the VL-EPM-V7 Data Sheet for complete specifications.
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Introduction
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Block Diagrams
Figure 1 shows a block diagram of the VL-EPM-V7 expansion module. Figure 2 shows a
block diagram of the video module.
Figure 1. PCIe Module Block Diagram

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Figure 2. Video Module Block Diagram

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Cautions
ELECTROSTATIC DISCHARGE
CAUTION:
Electrostatic discharge (ESD) can damage circuit boards, disk drives and other
components. The circuit board must only be handled at an ESD workstation. If
an approved station is not available, some measure of protection can be
provided by wearing a grounded antistatic wrist strap. Keep all plastic away
from the board and do not slide the board over any surface.
After removing the board from its protective wrapper, place the board on a
grounded, static-free surface, component side up. Use an antistatic foam pad if
available.
The board should also be protected inside a closed metallic anti-static envelope
during shipment or storage.
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Note:
The exterior coating on some metallic antistatic bags is sufficiently conductive to cause
excessive battery drain if the bag comes in contact with the bottom-side of the product.
HANDLING CARE
CAUTION:
Care must be taken when handling the board not to touch the exposed circuitry
with your fingers.
EARTH GROUND REQUIREMENT
CAUTION:
All mounting holes should be connected to earth ground (chassis ground). This
provides proper grounding for ESD and EMI purposes. In portable applications,
the mounting holes should be connected to the ground reference of the system
power supply.
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Physical Layout
Dimensions and Mounting
The VL-EPM-V7 complies with PC/104 dimensional standards. Figure 3 provides
dimensions to help with pre-production planning and layout.
Figure 3. PCIe Module Dimensions and Mounting Holes
(Not to scale. All dimensions in inches.)
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The video module complies with MiniPCIe Mini Card (full size) dimensional standards.
Figure 4 provides dimensions to help with pre-production planning and layout.
Figure 4. Video Module Dimensions and Connectors
(Not to scale. All dimensions in millimeters.)
HARDWARE ASSEMBLY
The VL-EPM-V7 uses both PC/104-Plus (PCI + ISA) connectors. The module can be
installed in PCI stack position 0-3. As shipped, the VL-EPM-7 is configured for position 0
(first on the stack adjacent to the CPU board). Make sure that jumper V2 matches the
chosen stack position (see Jumper Summary, page 11). PC/104 (ISA) modules must not
be positioned between the VL-EPM-V7 and any PC/104-Plus (PCI + ISA) modules on
the stack.
The entire assembly can sit on a table top or be secured to a base plate. When bolting
the unit down, make sure to secure all four standoffs to the mounting surface to prevent
circuit board flexing. Standoffs are secured to the top circuit board using four pan head
screws. Standoffs and screws are available as part number VL-HDW-105 (metric thread)
or VL-HDW-106 (English thread).
An extractor tool is available (part number VL-HDW-201) to separate modules from the
stack. Use caution when using the extractor tool not to damage any board components.

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STACK ARRANGEMENT EXAMPLE
Figure 5 shows the VL-EPM-V7 installed above the CPU board in the PC/104-Plus
stack. The module can be installed in slots 0-3. Jumper block V2 must be configured to
match the module's stack position. Refer to the section titled Jumper Summary on page
11 for more information.
Figure 5. Stack Arrangement Example

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External Connectors
CONNECTORS
Figure 6. VL-EPM-V7 Connectors – Top Side

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Figure 7. VL-EPM-V7 Connectors – Bottom Side

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CONNECTOR FUNCTIONS AND INTERFACE CABLES
The tables below provide information about the function, mating connectors, and
transition cables for VL-EPM-V7 connectors.
Table 1: Baseboard Connector Functions and Interface Cables
Connector
Function
Mating Connector
Reference
J1
PCIe Mini Video
Card
— Page 12
J2
PCIe Mini Card
—
Page 16
J3
PCI
AMP 1375799-1
—
J4
ISA Pass-through
(VL-EPM-P2)
AMP 1375795-2 —
Table 2: Video Mini Card Connector Functions and Interface Cables
Connector
Function
Mating Connector
Transition Cable
Cable Description
Reference
J1 VGA Molex 501330-0500
pin/crimp
VL-CBR-1204
VL-CBR-1206
12-inch VGA interface
cable, 12-pin PicoClasp
cable to 15-pin VGA
18-inch VGA interface
cable, 12-pin PicoClasp
cable to 15-pin VGA
Page 12
J2 LVDS
Hirose DF19G-20S-1C
(housing),
Hirose DF19-2830SCFA
x19 (crimp socket)
VL-CBR-2015
(Note 1)
--or--
VL-CBR-2016
(Note 2)
20-inch 18- or 24-bit
LVDS cable Page 13
Notes:
1. Attaches to optional VL-CBR-2014, LVDS to VGA adapter.
2. The CBR-2015 works with the LVDS to VGA adapter; the CBR-2016 does not.

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JUMPER SUMMARY
Table 3 describes the PCI slot assignment settings resulting from the configuration of
the V2 jumper block. Figure 8 shows the location of the V2 jumper block.
Table 3: V2 Jumper Block Configuration Summary
To configure the EPM-V7 for… Set the jumpers this way…
PCI Slot 0
2
1
4
3
PCI Slot 1
2
1
4
3
PCI Slot 2
2
1
4
3
PCI Slot 3
2
1
4
3
Figure 8. Location of V2 Jumper Block

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Interfaces and Connectors
Video
The Silicon Motion SM750 graphics controller has integrated high-performance 2D
video, analog and flat panel output capability, and 16 MB of embedded VRAM.
The controller supports a single display, two cloned displays, or two simultaneous
independent displays. Table 4 lists the maximum resolutions for each video channel
depending on the setup.
Table 4: Maximum Display Resolutions
Bits Per Pixel Channels Maximum CRT Resolution Maximum LCD Resolution
16 bpp
Single 1920 x 1080 1280 x 1024
Cloned 1280 x 1024 1280 x 1024
Dual 1280 x 1024 1280 x 1024
32 bpp
Single 1440 x 960 1280 x 1024
Cloned 1280 x 1024 1280 x 1024
Dual 1280 x 720 800 x 600
VGA INTERFACE
The VGA interface is a standard analog output with a 12-pin PicoClasp connector. An
optional cable, part number VL-CBR-1204, is available to translate VGA connector J1
(on the video mini card) into a standard 15-pin D-Sub SVGA connector.
Table 5 lists the function of each pin.
Table 5: J1 VGA Connector Pinout
J1 Pin
Signal Name
Function
DB15 Pin
1
GND
Ground
6
2
VGA_RED
Red Video
1
3
GND
Ground
7
4
VGA_GREEN
Green Video
2
5
GND
Ground
8
6
VGA_BLUE
Blue Video
3
7
GND
Ground
5
8
VGA_HSYNC
Horizontal Sync
13
9
GND
Ground
10
10
VGA_VSYNC
Vertical Sync
14
11
CLK_VGA_DDC
DDC Serial Data Line Clock
15
12
VGA_DDC_DATA
DDC Serial Data Line
12
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LVDS FLAT PANEL DISPLAY CONNECTOR
The LVDS connector at location J2 (on the video mini card) is a 20-pin vertical Hirose-
style connector.
The flat panel interface can support 18 or 24 bits of RGB pixel data plus three bits of
timing control (HSYNC/VSYNC/DE) on the four differential data output pairs. The LVDS
interface supports a maximum resolution of 1280 x 1024.
Table 6: LVDS Flat Panel Display Pinout
J2 Pin
Signal Name
Function
1
GND
Ground
2
NC
Not Connected
3
LVDSA3
Differential Data 3 (+)
4
LVDSA3#
Differential Data 3 (-)
5
GND
Ground
6
LVDSCLK0
Differential Clock (+)
7
LVDSCLK0#
Differential Clock (-)
8
GND
Ground
9
LVDSA2
Differential Data 2 (+)
10
LVDSA2#
Differential Data 2 (-)
11
GND
Ground
12
LVDSA1
Differential Data 1 (+)
13
LVDSA1#
Differential Data 1 (-)
14
GND
Ground
15
LVDSA0
Differential Data 0 (+)
16
LVDSA0#
Differential Data 0 (-)
17
GND
Ground
18
GND
Ground
19
+3.3V
+3.3V (Protected)
20
+3.3V
+3.3V (Protected)
The +3.3V power provided to pins 19 and 20 of J2 is protected by a software-
controllable power switch (1 A, maximum.). This switch is controlled by the FP_VDDEN
signal from the flat panel interface in the video controller.

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LVDS TO VGA ADAPTER
A VGA monitor can be attached to the J2 connector (on the video mini card) using the
VL-CBR-2014 LVDS to VGA adapter card. Use the following procedure to do this.
1. Plug the "Host End" of the LVDS cable VL-CBR-2015 into connector J2 of the
video mini card on the VL-EPM-V7.
2. Plug the LVDS cable into connector J1 of the VL-CBR-2014 adapter card as shown
in Figure 9.
3. Attach the VGA monitor data cable to connector CN1 of the VL-CBR-2014 adapter
cable.
Figure 9. VL-CBR-2014 LVDS to VGA Adapter Card

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LVDS Resolution Switch
The two switches at location SW1 provide several startup options for standard LVDS flat
panel types. If these options do not match the requirements of the panel you are using,
contact [email protected] for a custom video BIOS. Table 7lists the available
startup resolutions.
Table 7: LVDS Startup Resolution Switch Settings
Switch 1
Switch 2
Resolution
Off
Off
640 x 480
On
Off
800 x 600
Off
On
1024 x 768 (default)
On
On
1280 x 1024
Figure 10 shows the location of the switches as well as their Off/On positions.
Figure 10. LVDS Resolution Switch Positions