Advantech PPC-140, PPC-120 User Manual

PPC-120/140

Pentium® MMX processor-based

panel PC with 12.1"/13.8" LCD

flat panel display

Copyright Notice

This document is copyrighted, 1998, by Advantech Co. Ltd. All rights are
reserved. Advantech Co., Ltd. reserves the right to alter the products
described in this manual at any time without notice.

No part of this manual may be reproduced, copied, translated or
transmitted in any form or by any means without the prior written
permission of Advantech. Information provided in this manual is intended
to be accurate and reliable. However, Advantech assumes no responsibility
for use of this manual, nor for any infringements upon the rights of third
parties which may result from such use.

All brand and product names mentioned herein are trademarks or
registered trademarks of their respective holders.

Part No. 2002012010
2nd Edition Printed in Taiwan August 1998

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FCC Class B

This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a
Class B 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 residential environment. This
equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy. If not
installed and used in accordance with this user's manual, it may cause
harmful interference to radio communications. Note that even when this
equipment is installed and used in accordance with this user's manual,
there is still no guarantee that interference will not occur. If this
equipment is believed to be causing harmful interference to radio or
television reception, this can be determined by turning the equipment on
and off. If interference is occurring, the user is encouraged to try to
correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:

• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna

• Increase the separation between the equipment and the receiver

• Connect the equipment to a power outlet on a circuit different from that
to which the receiver is connected

• Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help

Warning: Any changes or modifications made to the equipment

which are not expressly approv ed by the relevant
standards authority could void your authority to operate
the equipment.

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Packing List

Before installing your panel PC, ensure that the following materials have
been received:

• PPC-120/140 series panel PC

• User's manual

• Accessories for PPC-120/140

- Y-shaped adapter for PS/2 mouse and AT keyboard

- Power cord (1.8 m) - USA type (other types are available on request)

- Floppy disk with CD-ROM drive driver

- "PPC-120/140 Drivers and Utilities" CD-ROM disc

- Mounting kits and packet of screws

- "Touchscreen Drivers" CD-ROM disc (refer to Note 1)

- Heat sink with CPU fan (optional) (refer to Notes 2 and 3)

If any of these items are missing or damaged, contact your distributor or
sales representative immediately.

Note 1: (a) The "Touchscreen Drivers" CD-ROM only comes

with panel PCs equipped with the touchscreen function.
(b) To save on resources , Adv antech plans to copy the
touchscreen drivers onto the "PPC-120/140 Drivers and
Utilities" CD-ROM disc shortly .
(c) If your panel PC is equipped with a touchscreen, but
you cannot find the "Touchscreen Drivers" CD-ROM
disc in your package, then please chec k the contents of
your "PPC-120/140 Drivers and Utilities" CD-ROM disc.
The touchscreen drivers should be located there.

Note 2: If the unit you have bought is basic (i.e . without a CPU,

HDD , or SDRAM), you will find this optional item in the
accessory box.

Note 3: If you install an Intel P entium® MMX processor yourself,

you must install a heat sink with a CPU f an above the
CPU. This procedure will av oid heat damage to the
CPU.

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Additional Information and Assistance

1. Visit the Advantech Web sites at www.advantech.com or

www.advantech.com.tw where you can find the latest information

about the product.

2. Contact your distributor, sales representative, or Advantech's custom-

er service center for technical support if you need additional assis­tance. Please have the following information ready before you call:

• Product name and serial number

• Description of your peripheral attachments

• Description of your software (operating system, version, application
software, etc.)

• A complete description of the problem

• The exact wording of any error messages

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Safety Instructions

1. Read these safety instructions carefully.

2. Keep this User's Manual for later reference.

3. Disconnect this equipment from any AC outlet before cleaning. Use a damp cloth.
Do not use liquid or spray detergents for cleaning.

4. For plug-in equipment, the power outlet socket must be located near the
equipment and must be easily accessible.

5. Keep this equipment away from humidity.

6. Put this equipment on a reliable surface during installation. Dropping it or letting
it fall may cause damage.

7. The openings on the enclosure are for air convection. Protect the equipment from
overheating. DO NOT COVER THE OPENINGS.

8. Make sure the voltage of the power source is correct before connecting the
equipment to the power outlet.

9. Position the power cord so that people cannot step on it. Do not place anything
over the power cord.

10. All cautions and warnings on the equipment should be noted.

11. If the equipment is not used for a long time, disconnect it from the power source
to avoid damage by transient overvoltage.

12. Never pour any liquid into an opening. This may cause fire or electrical shock.

13. Never open the equipment. For safety reasons, the equipment should be opened
only by qualified service personnel.

14. If one of the following situations arises, get the equipment checked by service
personnel:

a. The power cord or plug is damaged.
b. Liquid has penetrated into the equipment.
c. The equipment has been exposed to moisture.
d. The equipment does not work well, or you cannot get it to work according to

the user's manual.
e. The equipment has been dropped and damaged.
f. The equipment has obvious signs of breakage.

15. DO NOT LEAVE THIS EQUIPMENT IN AN UNCONTROLLED
ENVIRONMENT WHERE THE STORAGE TEMPERATURE IS BELOW

-20° C (-4° F) OR ABOVE 60° C (140° F). THIS MAY DAMAGE THE EQUIP­MENT.
The sound pressure level at the operator's position according to IEC 704-1:1982 is
no more than 70dB(A).

DISCLAIMER: This set of instructions is given according to IEC 704-1. Advantech
disclaims all responsibility for the accuracy of any statements contained herein.

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Wichtige Sicherheishinweise

1. Bitte lesen sie Sich diese Hinweise sorgfältig durch.

2. Heben Sie diese Anleitung für den späteren Gebrauch auf.

3. Vor jedem Reinigen ist das Gerät vom Stromnetz zu trennen. Verwenden Sie
Keine Flüssig-oder Aerosolreiniger. Am besten dient ein angefeuchtetes Tuch
zur Reinigung.

4. Die NetzanschluBsteckdose soll nahe dem Gerät angebracht und leicht
zugänglich sein.

5. Das Gerät ist vor Feuchtigkeit zu schützen.

6. Bei der Aufstellung des Gerätes ist auf sicheren Stand zu achten. Ein Kippen
oder Fallen könnte Verletzungen hervorrufen.

7. Die Belüftungsöffnungen dienen zur Luftzirkulation die das Gerät vor
überhitzung schützt. Sorgen Sie dafür, daB diese Öffnungen nicht abgedeckt
werden.

8. Beachten Sie beim. AnschluB an das Stromnetz die AnschluBwerte.

9. Verlegen Sie die NetzanschluBleitung so, daB niemand darüber fallen kann.
Es sollte auch nichts auf der Leitung abgestellt werden.

10. Alle Hinweise und Warnungen die sich am Geräten befinden sind zu
beachten.

11. Wird das Gerät über einen längeren Zeitraum nicht benutzt, sollten Sie es
vom Stromnetz trennen. Somit wird im Falle einer Überspannung eine
Beschädigung vermieden.

12. Durch die Lüftungsöffnungen dürfen niemals Gegenstände oder Flüssigkeiten
in das Gerät gelangen. Dies könnte einen Brand bzw. elektrischen Schlag
auslösen.

13. Öffnen Sie niemals das Gerät. Das Gerät darf aus Gründen der elektrischen
Sicherheit nur von authorisiertem Servicepersonal geöffnet werden.

14. Wenn folgende Situationen auftreten ist das Gerät vom Stromnetz zu trennen
und von einer qualifizierten Servicestelle zu überprüfen:

a - Netzkabel oder Netzstecker sind beschädigt.
b - Flüssigkeit ist in das Gerät eingedrungen.
c - Das Gerät war Feuchtigkeit ausgesetzt.
d - Wenn das Gerät nicht der Bedienungsanleitung entsprechend funktioni

ert oder Sie mit Hilfe dieser Anleitung keine Verbesserung erzielen.
e - Das Gerät ist gefallen und/oder das Gehäuse ist beschädigt.
f - Wenn das Gerät deutliche Anzeichen eines Defektes aufweist.

Der arbeitsplatzbezogene Schalldruckpegel nach DIN 45 635 Teil 1000
beträgt 70dB(A) oder weiger.

DISCLAIMER: This set of instructions is given according to IEC704-1. Advantech disclaims
all responsibility for the accuracy of any statements contained herein.

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Contents

Chapters

1 General Information 1

1.1 Introduction...................................................................2

1.2 How to Use This Manual...............................................4

1.3 Specifications................................................................6

General ......................................................................................... 6

Standard PC functions................................................................... 6

PCI SVGA/flat panel interface ....................................................... 7

Audio function................................................................................ 7

PCI bus Ethernet interface ............................................................ 7

Touchscreen (optional).................................................................. 8

Optional modules .......................................................................... 8

Environment .................................................................................. 9

1.4 Dimensions .................................................................10

2 System Setup 11

2.1 A Quick Tour of the Panel PC.....................................12

2.2 Preparing For First-time Use.......................................15

2.3 Installation Procedures ............................................... 16

2.3.1 Connecting the power cord.................................................16

2.3.2 Connecting the keyboard and mouse ................................. 17

2.3.3 Switching on the power....................................................... 17

2.4 Running the BIOS Setup Program..............................18

2.5 Installing System Software .........................................19

2.6 Installing the Drivers ...................................................19

3 Using the Panel PC 21

3.1 Introduction.................................................................22

3.2 Floppy Drive................................................................22

3.3 CD-ROM Drive............................................................23

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3.4 PCMCIA......................................................................24

3.5 PS/2 Mouse and Keyboard.........................................27

3.6 PCI/ISA Bus Expansion..............................................27

3.7 Parallel Port ................................................................ 2 9

3.8 Serial COM Ports........................................................29

3.9 VGA Port.....................................................................30

3.10 Game Port ..................................................................30

3.11 USB Ports...................................................................30

3.12 Audio Interface............................................................31

3.13 Ethernet ......................................................................3 1

3.14 Adjusting the LCD Contrast and Brightness ...............31

3.15 Infrared Module...........................................................32

3.16 Touchscreen (Optional) ..............................................32

4 Hardware Installation and Upgrading 33

4.1 Overview of Hardware Installation and Upgrading......34

4.2 Disassembling the Panel PC ......................................35

4.3 Installing the 2.5" Hard Disk Drive (HDD) ...................37

4.4 Installing the Central Processing Unit (CPU) ..............38

4.5 Installing the SDRAM Memory Module.......................40

4.6 Installing the Floppy Disk Drive (FDD)........................41

4.7 Installing the CD-ROM Drive.......................................42

5 Jumper Settings and Connectors 43

5.1 Jumpers and Connectors............................................44

5.1.1 Setting jumpers...................................................................44

5.1.2 Jumpers..............................................................................45

5.1.3 Locating jumpers ................................................................ 46

5.1.4 Connectors .........................................................................47

5.1.5 Locating connectors ........................................................... 48

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5.2 CPU Installation and Upgrading .................................49

5.2.1 System clock setting (JP11, JP8) ....................................... 49

5.2.2 CPU core voltage setting (JP13) ........................................ 51

5.2.3 CPU frequency ratio setting (JP14) ....................................54

5.2.4 CMOS clear for external RTC (JP12) .................................56

5.2.5 Cyrix linear mode enable (JP10).........................................56

5.2.6 Reset system (JP16) .......................................................... 57

5.3 COM-port Interface .....................................................58

5.3.1 COM2 RS-232/422/485 setting (JP3, JP4, JP5) .................58

5.3.2 COM3/COM4/RI pin setting (JP2, JP1) (Reserved)............ 59

5.4 VGA Interface ............................................................. 60

5.4.1 LCD panel V

5.4.2 Panel type select (JP9)....................................................... 61

power setting (JP6) ..................................... 60

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5.5 Watchdog Timer Configuration ...................................63

5.5.1 Watchdog activity selection (JP15) ..................................... 63

6 PCI Bus Ethernet Interface 65

6.1 Introduction.................................................................66

6.2 Installation of Ethernet Driver .....................................66

6.2.1 Installation for MS-DOS & WINDOWS 3.1..........................67

6.2.2 Installation for WINDOWS 95 .............................................68

6.2.3 Installation for WINDOWS NT.............................................70

6.3 Further Information .....................................................72

7 PCI SVGA Setup 73

7.1 Introduction.................................................................74

Chipset ........................................................................................ 74

Display memory...........................................................................74

Display types...............................................................................74

7.2 Installation of SVGA driver..........................................75

7.2.1 Installation for Windows 3.1 ................................................ 76

7.2.2 Installation for Windows 95 ................................................. 78

7.2.3 Installation for Windows NT ................................................81

7.2.4 Installation for OS/2 ............................................................ 84

7.3 Further Information .....................................................86

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8 Audio 87

8.1 Introduction.................................................................88

8.2 Installation of Audio Driver..........................................88

8.2.1 Installation of MS-DOS ....................................................... 88

8.2.2 Changing settings in DOS .................................................. 89

8.2.3 Controlling volume in DOS ................................................. 90

8.2.4 Installation for WINDOWS 3.1 ............................................91

8.2.5 Installation for WINDOWS 95 .............................................92

8.2.6 Installation for WINDOWS NT.............................................95

9 Award BIOS Setup 97

9.1 Award BIOS Setup......................................................98

9.2 CMOS Setup Utility.....................................................98

9.3 Standard CMOS Setup ...............................................99

9.3.1 Hard Disk Configurations................................................. 100

9.4 BIOS Features Setup................................................101

9.5 Chipset Features Setup ............................................104

9.6 Power Management Setup ....................................... 105

9.7 PNP/PCI Configuration Setup...................................109

9.8 Load BIOS Defaults..................................................111

9.9 Load Setup Defaults .................................................111

9.10 Integrated Peripherals ..............................................112

9.11 Password Setting......................................................115

9.12 IDE HDD Auto Detection ..........................................116

9.13 Save and Exit Setup .................................................118

9.14 Exit Without Saving...................................................118

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10 Touchscreen 119

10.1 Introduction...............................................................120

10.1.1 General information ....................................................... 120

10.1.2 Specifications ................................................................ 120

10.1.3 Environmental specifications ......................................... 120

10.2 Installation of Touchscreen Driver ............................121

10.2.1 Installation for MS-DOS and WINDOWS 3.1 ................. 122

10.2.2 Installation for WINDOWS 95 ........................................ 126

10.2.3 Installation for WINDOWS NT........................................ 131

10.2.4 Installation for OS/2 (MonitorMouse) ............................. 134

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Appendices

A LCD Specifications and Selection Settings 139
B Programming the Watchdog Timer 141

Programming the Watchdog Timer ...........................142

C Full Disassembly Procedures 145
D Pin Assignments 153

IR Connector (J1) .....................................................154

Flat Panel Display Connector (J2) ............................155

Flat Panel Display Connector (J3) ............................156

Internal COM4 Connector (J4)..................................156

Touchscreen Power Connector (J5) .........................157

Sandisk SSD Connector (J6)....................................158

EIDE Hard Disk Drive Connector (J7).......................159

Floppy Drive Connector (J8).....................................160

CD-ROM Connector (J9) ..........................................161

CPU Fan Power Connector (J10) .............................161

PCI/ISA Bus Expansion Connector (J11) .................162

Fan Power Connector (J12)......................................167

AT Power Connector (J13) .......................................167

ATX Power Connector (J14) (Reserved) ..................168

Internal Speaker Connector (J15).............................169

Inverter Power Connector (J16)................................169

COM2 .......................................................................170

E Mounting Instructions 171

E.1 Introduction...............................................................172

E.2 Panel Mounting.........................................................172

E.3 Desktop Stand Mounting ..........................................174

E.4 Swingarm Stand Mounting........................................176

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Tables

Table 5-1: Jumpers and their functions...................................................45

Table 5-2: Panel PC connectors .............................................................47

Table 5-3: System/PCI clock setting (JP11) ...........................................50

Table 5-4: PCI bus clock setting (JP8)....................................................51

Table 5-5: CPU voltage setting (JP13) ...................................................52

Table 5-6: CPU frequency ratio (for Intel) (JP14)....................................54

Table 5-7: CPU frequency ratio (for AMD K6) (JP14) .............................55

Table 5-8: Clear CMOS/External RTC (JP12) ........................................56

Table 5-9: Cyrix linear mode enable (JP10)............................................56

Table 5-10: Reset system (JP16) ...........................................................57

Table 5-11: COM2 RS-232/422/485 setting (JP3, JP4) ......................... 58

Table 5-12: COM2 RS-232/422/485 setting (JP5) ..................................58

Table 5-13: PPC-120/140 serial port default settings..............................59

Table 5-14: COM4/RI pin setting (JP2)...................................................59

Table 5-15: COM3/RI pin setting (JP1)...................................................59

Table 5-16: Panel VCC setting (JP6) ........................................................60

Table 5-17: Panel type select (JP9)........................................................61

Table 5-18: Watchdog activity selection (JP15) ......................................63

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Table A-1: PPC-120/140 series LCD specifications..............................140

Table D-1: IR Connector (J1)................................................................154

Table D-2: Flat Panel Display Connector (J2).......................................155

Table D-3: Flat Panel Display (J3) ........................................................156

Table D-4: Internal COM4 Connector (J4) ............................................156

Table D-5: Touchscreen Power Connector (J5)....................................157

Table D-6: Sandisk SSD Connector (J6) ..............................................158

Table D-7: EIDE Hard Disk Drive Connector (J7) .................................159

Table D-8: Floppy Drive Connector (J8) ...............................................160

Table D-9: CD-ROM Connector (J9) ....................................................161

Table D-10: CPU Fan Power Connector (J10)......................................161

Table D-11: PCI/ISA Slot Pin Assignments (Pins A and B)...................163

Table D-12: PCI/ISA Slot Pin Assignments (Pins C and D) ..................164

Table D-13: PCI/ISA Slot Pin Assignments (Pins E and F) ...................165

Table D-14: PCI/ISA Slot Pin Assignments (Pins G and H) ..................166

Table D-15: Fan Power Connector (J12) ..............................................167

Table D-16: AT Power Connector (J13)................................................167

Table D-17: ATX Power Connector (J14) .............................................168

Table D-18: Internal Speaker Connector (J15) .....................................169

Table D-19: Inverter Power Connector (J16) ........................................169

Table D-20: COM2 ...............................................................................170

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Figures

Figure 1-1: The panel PC in perspective...................................................3

Figure 1-2: How to read the PPC-120/140 manual ...................................5

Figure 1-3: Dimensions of the PPC-120/140 ..........................................10

Figure 2-1: Front view of the panel PC ...................................................12

Figure 2-2: Left side view of the panel PC ..............................................13

Figure 2-3: Rear view of the panel PC ....................................................14

Figure 2-4: Tilted rear view of the panel PC............................................15

Figure 2-5: Connecting the power cord...................................................16

Figure 2-6: Connecting the keyboard and mouse ...................................17

Figure 3-1: Inserting and ejecting a floppy diskette.................................22

Figure 3-2: Inserting and ejecting a CD-ROM Disc .................................23

Figure 3-3: Inserting and ejecting a PCMCIA card..................................24

Figure 3-4: Using the I/O interface

(upper level ports excluding COM ports) ............................25

Figure 3-5: Using the I/O interface (lower level ports and COM ports)....26

Figure 3-6: PCI/ISA bus expansion.........................................................28

Figure 4-1: Disassembling the rear panel of the panel PC......................36

Figure 4-2: Installing the primary 2.5" HDD.............................................37

Figure 4-3: Installing the CPU.................................................................39

Figure 4-4: Installing the SDRAM ...........................................................40

Figure 4-5: Installing the FDD .................................................................41

Figure 4-6: Installing the CD-ROM drive .................................................42

Figure 5-1: Locating jumpers on the PPC-120/140 motherboard ............46

Figure 5-2: Locating connectors on the PPC-120/140 motherboard .......48

Figure 9-1: Setup program initial screen .................................................98

Figure 9-2: CMOS setup screen .............................................................99

Figure 9-3: BIOS features setup screen ...............................................101

Figure 9-4: Chipset features setup screen............................................104

Figure 9-5: Power management setup screen ...................................... 105

Figure 9-6: PNP/PCI configuration setup screen ..................................109

Figure 9-7: Load BIOS defaults screen.................................................111

Figure 9-8: Integrated peripherals screen .............................................112

Figure 9-9: IDE HDD auto detecton screen ..........................................116

Figure 9-10: Save and exit setup screen ..............................................117

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Figure C-1: Steps 1 - 4 .........................................................................147

Figure C-2: Steps 5 - 6 .........................................................................149

Figure C-3: Steps 7 - 11 .......................................................................151

Figure E-1: Cutout dimensions of the PPC-120/140 .............................172

Figure E-2: Panel mounting ..................................................................173

Figure E-3: Desktop stand mounting ....................................................175

Figure E-4: Swingarm stand mounting..................................................176

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CHAPTER

1

General Information

This chapter gives background
information on the PPC-120/140 panel PC.

• Introduction

• How to Use This Manual

• Specifications

1.1 Introduction

The PPC-120/140 panel PC is a multimedia Pentium® MMX
processor-based computer that is designed to serve as a human machine
interface (HMI) and as a desktop computer. It is a PC-based system with

12.1"/13.8" color TFT or STN LCD display, on-board PCI Ethernet
controller, multi-COM port interfaces and a 16-bit audio controller. With
built-in CD-ROM drive, floppy drive and PCMCIA expansion sockets, the
PPC-120/140 is as compact and user-friendly as a notebook computer.
Unlike notebook computers, the PPC-120/140 is more durable and
versatile in all applications. The panel PC can be placed on a desktop to
replace the traditional desktop computer. In addition, its "fit anywhere"
design makes it very flexible and able to be used in many different kinds
of installations. It can be wall mounted, panel mounted or stood upright on
a desktop.

For system integrators, this simple, complete, compact and highly
integrated multimedia system lets you easily build a panel PC into your
applications. Common industrial applications include factory automation
systems, precision machinery , and production process control. It is also
suitable for many nonindustrial applications, including interactive kiosk
systems, entertainment management, and car park automation. Our panel
PC is a reliable, cost-effective solution to your application's processing
requirements.

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CRT Monitor

Touchscreen

Network

Speakers

Keyboard

Joystick

Mouse

Figure 1-1:The panel PC in perspective

Note: The illustrations of the panel PC in this manual may

differ slightly from the appearance of the panel PC
which you hav e bought. This is because the panel PC
product series has two different LCD screen sizes: 12.1"
and 13.8".

Fax

modem

Printer

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1.2 How to Use This Manual

This manual contains all the information you need to set up and use the
panel PC. In addition to this manual, you may also want to consult the
manuals for your operating system, software applications and peripherals.

Whether you are a new or an experienced user, you will benefit more from
this manual if you are familiar with its organization. This manual is
divided into ten chapters, plus five appendices.

Chapter 1 (this chapter) outlines the organization of this User's Manual,
provides a complete specification description of the PPC-120/140, and
summarizes its main features.

Chapter 2 provides step-by-step instructions to help you set up and begin
using the panel PC as quickly as possible.

Chapter 3 provides important information about the daily use of the panel
PC, including using the CD-ROM drive, floppy drive and enjoying the
panel PC's audio capabilities.

Chapter 4 provides detailed step-by-step instructions to help you install
the internal key components, including the CPU, hard disk drive, memory
module, and so on.

Chapter 5 provides a detailed description of jumper settings and connec­tors of the motherboard of the PPC-120/140.

Chapter 6 explains the PCI bus Ethernet setup.
Chapter 7 explains the PCI SVGA setup.
Chapter 8 explains the audio setup.
Chapter 9 explains the A ward BIOS setup.
Chapter 10 explains how to configure and use the optional touchscreen.
Appendix A details the LCD specifications used in the PPC-120/140.
Appendix B explains how to program the watchdog timer.
Appendix C includes various exploded diagrams of the PPC-120/140.

These diagrams will help system integrators disassemble the panel PC.
Appendix D includes all pin assignments on the connectors.

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Appendix E helps users install the panel PC, which is mountable in a
variety of ways.

If you are a commercial user and the panel PC unit you bought is a
complete set with CPU, hard disk drive, SDRAM, CD-ROM drive, floppy
disk drive and PCMCIA expansion slots included, you may only need to
read Chapters 1 through 3 regarding hardware operation. For additional
drivers and BIOS setup information, you should read Chapters 6 through

9. If you want to upgrade your system, you may follow the instructions in
Chapters 4 and 5. Chapter 10 is for users who want information about the
optional touchscreen. If you are a system integrator who wants to integrate
the panel PC into your system, you can refer to Appendices A through E
for information such as pin assignments and how to fully disassemble the
panel PC.

A suggested guideline for reading this manual is shown below:

Systems Integrators:

Appendices A - E

Systems Upgrades:

Chapter 4-5

Commercial Users:

Chapters 1-3, 6-9,

10 (optional)

Figure 1-2: How to read the PPC-120/140 manual

Chapter 1 General Information

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1.3 Specifications

General

• Dimensions (W x H x D): 375 x 285 x 93.3 mm (14.7" x 11.2" x 3.7")

• Weight: 5.2 kg (11.5 lbs)

• Power supply:

80 watts
Input voltage: 115 V
Output voltage: +5 V @ 12 A, +12 V @ 1 A

• Cooling fan dimensions (L x W x H):

40 x 40 x 10 mm (1.6" x 1.6" x 0.4")

• Disk drive housing: Space for one 2.5" HDD, one 12.7 mm compact

CD-ROM drive, and one slim type 3.5" FDD

• Front panel: IP65 protection

Standard PC functions

• CPU: Intel Pentium® 75 ~ 233 MHz with MMX, P55C/P54C,

AMD K5, K6, Cyrix M1, M2

• BIOS: Award 256KB Flash BIOS, supports Plug & Play, APM

• Chipset: SiS 5582

• 2nd level cache: On-board 512 KB Pipeline Burst SRAM

• RAM: One 168-pin DIMM socket accepts 16 ~ 128 MB SDRAM (3.3 V)

• PCI bus master IDE interface: Supports two connectors. Each

connector has one channel and supports two IDE devices. Each channel
supports PIO modes 0 ~ 4, DMA mode 0 ~ 2, and Ultra DMA 33
simultaneously . The secondary connector is designated for the
CD-ROM drive. BIOS supports IDE CD-ROM boot-up.

• Floppy disk drive: Supports up to two FDDs (720K/1.44MB). One

built-in FDD included inside FDD housing

• Parallel port: One parallel port, supports SPP/EPP/ECP parallel mode.

BIOS configurable to LPT1, LPT2, LPT3 or disabled

/ 3 A ~ 230V

AC

/ 1.5A @ 47 ~ 63 Hz

AC

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• Serial ports: Four serial ports with three RS-232 ports (COM1, 3, and

4), one RS-232/422/485 port (COM2). All ports are compatible with
16C550 UARTs.

• Universal serial bus (USB) port: Supports up to two USB ports

• PCI/ISA bus expansion slot: Accepts either one ISA card or one PCI

bus card

• Infrared transceiver: IrDA 1.1, HP-SIR and Sharp ASK compatible

with speeds up to 115.2 Kbps

• Watchdog timer: 63-level, interval 1 ~ 63 seconds.

Automatically generates system reset or IRQ11 when the system stops
due to a program error or EMI. Jumperless selection and software
enabled/disabled

• Battery: 3.0 V @ 190 mA lithium battery

PCI SVGA/flat panel interface

• Chipset: C&T 65555

• Display memory: 2 MB on-board memory , supports up to 4 MB

• Display type: Simultaneously supports CR T and flat panel displays

(EL, LCD and gas plasma)

• Display resolution: Supports non-interlaced CR T and LCD displays up

to 1024 x 768 @ 65536 colors. If display memory is expanded to 4
MB, supports CRT and LCD displays up to 1280 x 1024 with true-color
resolution.

Audio function

• Chipset: ESS 1869

• Audio controller: 16-bit codec, Full-Duplex stereo single-chip audio

solution

• Stereo sound: 100% DOS GAME compatible (Sound Blaster or Sound

Blaster Pro)

• Audio interface: Microphone in, line in, line out and game port.

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PCI bus Ethernet interface

• Chipset: Realtek RTL 8139 PCI local bus Ethernet controller

• Ethernet interface: Full compliance with IEEE 802.3u 100Base-T and

10 Base-T specifications. Includes software drivers and boot ROM

• 100/10Base-T auto-sensing capability

Touchscreen (optional)

• Type: Analog resistive

• Resolution: Continuous

• Light transmission: 75% (surface meets ASTM-D-1044 standard,

Taber abrasion test)

• Controller: RS-232 interface (uses COM4)

• Power consumption: +5 V @ 200 mA

• Software driver: Supports DOS, Windows 3.1, Windows 95, Windows

NT 4.0 and OS/2

• Durability: 30 million touches lifetime

Note: The panel PC with the optionally installed touchscreen

will share COM4. Once the touchscreen is installed,
COM4 cannot be used for other purposes.

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Optional modules

• CPU: Intel Pentium® 75 ~ 233 MHz with MMX, P55C/P54C,

AMD K5, K6, Cyrix M1, M2

• Memory: 16/32/64/128 MB SDRAM

• HDD: 2.5" HDD

• Touchscreen: Analog resistive or analog capacitive

• CD-ROM drive: Compact 24X CD-ROM or above

• PCMCIA interface: Complies with 1995 PCMCIA card standard.

Supports two PCMCIA card/CardBus slots. T wo sockets support both a
16-bit PCMCIA card and a 32-bit CardBus simultaneously. Hot
insertion and removal

Note 1: The PCMCIA driver is an option which does not come

with the PCMCIA interface. For more information,
contact your local dealer or our sales representative.

Note 2: Microsoft's new operating system, Windo ws 98,

supports the PCMCIA function.

Environment

• T emperature:

0° ~ 40° C (32° ~ 113° F) for panel PC with DSTN LCD
0° ~ 45° C (32° ~ 122° F) for panel PC with TFT LCD

• Relative humidity: 10 ~ 95% @ 40

• Shock: 10G peak acceleration (11 msec duration)

• Power MTBF: 50,000 hrs

• Certification: Passed CE, FCC Class B, VCCI certification; meets UL

° C (non-condensing)

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1.4 Dimensions

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Figure1-3: Dimensions of the PPC-120/140

CHAPTER

System Setup

• A Quick T our of the Panel PC

• Preparing for First-time Usage

• Running the Setup Program

• Installing the System Software

• Installing the Drivers

2

2.1 A Quick Tour of the Panel PC

Before you start to set up the panel PC, take a moment to become familiar
with the locations and purposes of the controls, drives, connectors and
ports, which are illustrated in the figures below.

When you place the panel PC upright on the desktop, its front panel
appears as shown in Figure 2-1. The size of your panel PC's liquid crystal
display (LCD) varies according to the model that you purchased.

Speaker

Infrared

transceiver

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Speaker

Figure 2-1: Front view of the panel PC

When you look at the left side of the panel PC, you will see the floppy
disk drive, CD-ROM drive and PCMCIA expansion sockets, as shown in
Fig. 2-2.

FDD eject button

FDD slot

FDD activity light

Figure 2-2: Left side view of the panel PC

Compact CD-ROM drive

CD-ROM drive activity light
CD-ROM eject button

PCMCIA socket
PCMCIA eject button

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When you turn the panel PC around and look at its rear cover, you will
find the PCI/ISA expansion slot located on the left side. This slot is
covered by a side panel cover. The sunken I/O section is at the bottom of
the panel PC, as shown in Fig. 2-3. (The I/O section includes various I/O
ports, including serial ports, parallel port, the Ethernet port, USB ports,
the microphone jack, and so on.)

PCI/ISA expansion

slot cover

PS/2 mouse and

keyboard connector

USB ports

Ethernet jack

Contrast adjust knob

Lightness adjust knob

Line out jack

Line in jack

Microphone in jack

Parallel port

Serial ports

VGA port
Game port

Figure 2-3: Rear view of the panel PC

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Figure 2-4 shows the I/O section and power switch of the panel PC.

Main power switch

AC inlet

Figure 2-4: Tilted rear view of the panel PC

2.2 Preparing For First-time Use

Before you start to set up the panel PC system, you should have at least
the following items ready:

• Power cord (in the accessory box)

• Y-shaped connector (in the accessory box)

• AT keyboard

• PS/2 or serial mouse (for system software installation i.e. Microsoft
Windows, NT, etc.)

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2.3 Installation Procedures

2.3.1 Connecting the power cord

The panel PC can only be powered by an AC electrical outlet (90 ~ 240
volts, 50 ~ 60 Hz). Be sure to always handle the power cords by holding
the plug ends only .

Follow these procedures in order:

1. Connect the female end of the power cord to the AC inlet of the panel
PC. (See Fig. 2-5.)

2. Connect the 3-pin male plug of the power cord to an electrical outlet.

AC inlet

Electrical outlet

Power cord

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Figure 2-5: Connecting the power cord

2.3.2 Connecting the keyboard and mouse

1. Connect the Y-shaped adapter to the PS/2 mouse and keyboard port on
the I/O section of the panel PC. (See Fig. 2-6.)

2. Connect the PS/2 mouse and keyboard to the Y-shaped adapter. (See
Fig. 2-6.)

If you use a serial mouse and your panel PC has a touchscreen, you can
connect the mouse to any COM port except COM4.

Y-shaped adapter

PS/2 mouse and
keyboard port

PS/2 mouse

Keyboard

Figure 2-6: Connecting the keyboard and mouse

2.3.3 Switching on the power

Switch on the power switch on the rear cover. (See Fig. 2-4.)

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2.4 Running the BIOS Setup Program

Your panel PC is likely to have been properly set up and configured by
your dealer prior to delivery. You may still find it necessary to use the
panel PC's BIOS (Basic Input-Output System) setup program to change
system configuration information, such as the current date and time or
your type of hard drive. The setup program is stored in read-only memory
(ROM). It can be accessed either when you turn on or reset the panel PC,
by pressing the "Del" key on your keyboard immediately after powering
on the computer.

The settings you specify with the setup program are recorded in a special
area of memory called CMOS RAM. This memory is backed up by a
battery so that it will not be erased when you turn off or reset the system.
Whenever you turn on the power, the system reads the settings stored in
CMOS RAM and compares them to the equipment check conducted
during the power on self-test (POST). If an error occurs, an error message
will be displayed on screen, and you will be prompted to run the setup
program.

If you want to change the setup of BIOS, refer to Chapter 9 for more
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2.5 Installing System Software

Recent releases of operating systems from major vendors include setup
programs which load automatically and guide you through hard disk
preparation and operating system installation. The guidelines below will
help you determine the steps necessary to install your operating system on
the panel PC hard drive.

Note: Some distributors and system integrators may ha ve

already pre-installed system software prior to shipment
of your panel PC.

If required, insert your operating system's installation or setup diskette
into the diskette drive until the release button pops out. (See Fig. 3-1.)

The BIOS of the panel PC supports system boot-up directly from the
CD-ROM drive. You may also insert your system installation CD-ROM
into the CD-ROM drive. (See Fig. 3-2.) Refer to Chapter 9 - BIOS Setup
if you wish to change the BIOS settings.

Power on your panel PC or reset the system by pressing the
"Ctrl"+"Alt"+"Del" keys simultaneously. The panel PC will automatically
load the operating system from the diskette or CD-ROM.

If you are presented with the opening screen of a setup or installation
program, follow the instructions on screen. The setup program will guide
you through preparation of your hard drive, and installation of the
operating system.

If you are presented with an operating system command prompt, such as
A:\>, then you must partition and format your hard drive, and manually
copy the operating system files to it. Refer to your operating system user's
manual for instructions on partitioning and formatting a hard drive.

2.6 Installing the Drivers

After installing your system software, you will be able to set up the
Ethernet, SVGA, audio, and touchscreen functions. All the drivers except
the CD-ROM drive driver are stored in a CD-ROM disc entitled "Drivers
and Utilities". The CD-ROM drive driver is stored in a floppy disk. Both
the CD-ROM and the floppy disk can be found in your accessory box.

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T o set up the CD-ROM function, insert the floppy disk with the CD-ROM
drive driver into the floppy disk drive and type "install" after the following
prompt is displayed on screen:

A: > INSTALL

Press "Enter", and the installation process will be completed in a few
seconds.

The standard procedures for installing the Ethernet, SVGA, audio, and
touchscreen drivers are described in Chapters 6, 7, 8 and 10 respectively .

For your reference, the directory of drivers on the "Drivers and Utilities"
CD-ROM is:

Audio (drivers)D:
Document (manuals)
Elotouch (drivers)
LAN (Ethernet drivers)
Microtouch (drivers)
Utility
VGA (drivers)

The utility directory includes multimedia programs. Refer to the
README.TXT file inside the BIOS folder for more detailed information.

The various drivers and utilities in the CD-ROM disc have their own text
files which help users install the drivers and understand their functions.
These files are a very useful supplement to the information in this manual.

Note: The drivers and utilities used for the PPC-120/140 panel

PCs are subject to change without notice. If in doubt,
check Advantech's web site or contact our application
engineers for the latest information regarding drivers
and utlities.

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CHAPTER

Using the Panel PC

• Floppy Drive

• CD-ROM Drive

• PCMCIA Sockets

• PS/2 Mouse and Keyboard

• Audio Interface

• PCI/ISA Bus Expansion

• Parallel Port

• Serial COM Ports

• VGA Port

• Game Port

• USB Ports

• Audio Interface

• Ethernet

• Adjusting the LCD Contrast and
Brightness (STN)

• Infrared Module

• T ouchscreen (Optional)

3.1 Introduction

This chapter describes basic features and procedures for using the panel
PC. T opics covered include the floppy drive, CD-ROM drive, I/O ports,
touchscreen, and so on.

3.2 Floppy Drive

T o insert a diskette, hold it with your left hand, between your thumb and
your other fingers, and push it toward the drive. (See Fig. 3-1.) Slide the
disk until it clicks into place. Note that new diskettes must be formatted by
your operating system before you can use them for data storage. See your
operating system manual for details.

T o eject a diskette, first ensure that the drive activity light is of f, and then
press the eject button on the drive. When the diskette pops out of the
drive, remove it and store it properly.

Floppy disk drive

Floppy disk

Figure 3-1: Inserting and ejecting a floppy diskette

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3.3 CD-ROM Drive

T o insert a CD-ROM disc, press the eject button of the CD-ROM drive.
The yellow activity light will flash and the front panel will come out a
short distance. Using your fingertips, hold the top and bottom of the front
panel and pull it outward to the very end. (See Fig 3-2.) Align the center
hole of the CD-ROM disc with the center circle of the CD-ROM holding
plate. Press the transparent ring around the center hole of the CD-ROM
until you hear a click. Push the front panel of the CD-ROM drive back to
its original place.

T o eject a CD-ROM disc, first ensure that the drive activity light is off.
Then press the eject button on the drive. When the disc pops out of the
drive, remove it and store it properly.

CD-ROM

holding plate

CD-ROM

Figure 3-2: Inserting and ejecting a CD-ROM disc

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3.4 PCMCIA

PCMCIA cards are inserted and ejected in much the same way as
diskettes.

T o insert a PCMCIA card, align the card with the socket and slide the card
into the socket until it locks into place. Note that some PCMCIA memory
cards must be prepared by your operating system before you can use them
for data storage. See your PCMCIA card manual for details.

T o eject a PCMCIA card, first ensure that the panel PC is not accessing
the memory card or device. Then press the appropriate eject button on the
socket. When the card pops out of the socket, remove it and store it
properly .

PCMCIA socket

PCMCIA card

Eject button

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Figure 3-3: Inserting and ejecting a PCMCIA card

USB

keyboard

PS/2

mouse

PrinterNetwork

Figure 3-4: Using the I/O interface (upper level ports excluding COM ports)

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CD-ROM

player

MicrophoneHeadphones

Joystick

CRT

monitor

Serial

mouse

Figure 3-5: Using the I/O interface (lower level ports and COM ports)

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3.5 PS/2 Mouse and Keyboard

If you wish to use a full-size desktop keyboard and PS/2 mouse with your
panel PC, follow these instructions:

1. Be sure the panel PC is turned off.

2. Connect the Y-shaped adapter to the PS/2 mouse and keyboard port on
the rear bottom side of the rear cover. (See Fig. 3-4 and Fig. 2-6.)

3. Attach the keyboard to the 5-pin port of the Y-shaped adapter.

4. Attach the PS/2 mouse to the 6-pin female PS/2 port of the Y-shaped
adapter.

5. Turn on the panel PC.

3.6 PCI/ISA Bus Expansion

The panel PC supports PCI and ISA bus expansion cards. To integrate a
new PCI or ISA bus card into your system, follow these instructions:

1. Turn off the panel PC.

2. Unscrew the two screws on the top of the PCI/ISA bus expansion slot
cover, and remove this cover.

3. Remove the metal plate by unscrewing the single attaching screw .

4. Insert the PCI or ISA bus card into the PCI/ISA slot of the riser card.
(See Fig. 3-6 overleaf.)

5. Run the setup program within your operating system to configure your
system.

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PCI/ISA

expansion

slot cover

PCI/ISA bus

card

Metal plate

Figure 3-6: PCI/ISA bus expansion

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3.7 Parallel Port

The panel PC supports the latest EPP and ECP parallel port protocols for
improved performance and versatility with compatible printers or other
devices.

To connect the panel PC to a printer or other devices:

1. Be sure both the panel PC and the printer/devices are turned off.

2. Connect the 25-pin male connector of the printer cable to the 25-pin
female port on the panel PC labelled "parallel port".

3. If necessary , attach the other end of your printer cable to your printer,
and fasten any retaining screws. A typical parallel printer connection is
illustrated in Fig. 3-4.

4. Turn on the printer and any other peripheral devices you may have
connected to the panel PC, and then turn on the panel PC.

5. If necessary , run the panel PC's BIOS setup program to configure the
parallel port to respond as required by your printer and software
operating environment.

3.8 Serial COM Ports

There are four serial COM ports on the bottom of the rear cover. You can
easily attach a serial device to the panel PC, such as an external modem or
mouse. Follow these instructions:

1. Be sure the panel PC and any other peripherial devices you may have
connected to the panel PC are turned off.

2. Attach the interface cable of the serial device to the panel PC's serial
port. (See Fig. 3-5.) If necessary , attach the other end of the interface
cable to your serial device. Fasten any retaining screws.

3. Turn on any other peripheral devices you may have connected to the
panel PC, and then turn on the panel PC.

4. Refer to the manual(s) which accompanied your serial device(s) for
instructions on configuring your operating environment to recognize
the device(s).

5. Run the BIOS setup program and configure the jumper settings to
change the mode of the COM ports. (See Section 5.3.)

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3.9 VGA Port

An external VGA-compatible device may be connected to the system
through the 15-pin external port located on the rear of the system unit. The
panel PC simultaneously supports an external CR T monitor in addition to
its own LCD display.

1. Be sure the panel PC is turned off.

2. Connect the external monitor to the system. (See Fig. 3-5.)

3. Turn on the panel PC and the external monitor.

3.10 Game Port

An external game device may be connected to the system through the
15-pin external port located on the rear of the system unit.

1. Be sure the panel PC is turned off.

2. Connect the external joystick or game device to the system. (See Fig.
3-5.)

3. Turn on the panel PC and the external joystick or game device (if
applicable).

4. Install the driver before you use the joystick or game device.

3.11 USB Ports

An external USB device may be connected to the system through the 4-pin
USB ports located on the rear side of the system unit.

1. Connect the external device to the system. (See Fig. 3-4.)

2. The USB ports support hot plug-in connection. You should install the
device driver before you use the device.

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3.12 Audio Interface

The audio interface includes three jacks: microphone in, line out and line
in. (See Fig. 3-5.) Their functions are:

Microphone in: Use an external microphone to record voice and sound.
Line out: Output audio to external devices such as speakers or earphones.

The built-in speaker will not be disabled when the line out jack is
connected to external audio devices.

Line in: Input audio from an external CD player or radio.

1. Connect the audio device to the system. (See Fig. 3-5.)

2. Install the driver before you use the device.

3.13 Ethernet

External devices on your network may be connected to the system through
the external ethernet port located on the rear side of the system unit.

1. Be sure the panel PC is turned off.

2. Connect the external device(s) to the panel PC. (See Fig. 3-4.)

3. Turn on the panel PC and the external device(s).

4. Under DOS, run the RSET8139 program to check the hardware
network status before installing the Ethernet driver.

5. Run the Ethernet driver to connect up to the network.

3.14 Adjusting the LCD Contrast and Brightness

The contrast control knob allows you to adjust the contrast of the LCD
display panel. Only panel PCs with DSTN LCD displays have this
function.

The brightness control knob allows you to adjust the brightness of the
LCD display panel.

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3.15 Infrared Module

This sensor on the front panel supports the optional wireless transmitting
and receiving of infra-red data. (See Fig. 2-1.) You must configure the
setting through the BIOS setup (chipset features) to select whether
UART2 is directed for use with COM2 or IrDA.

1. Place the panel PC and the infrared transceiving device (eg. printer)
with their IrDA ports facing each other at the same horizontal level.
The distance between the two IrDA ports should not exceed 1 meter
(38").

2. Run the infrared transceiving function on the panel PC. (The function
is supported by various operating systems and application software.)

3. The transceiving device also needs to run its infrared transceiving
driver to receive or transmit data.

3.16 Touchscreen (Optional)

The touchscreen is connected to COM4. Its function is similar to that of a
mouse. The only difference is that you put your fingertip on the screen to
move the cursor.

You will need to install the touchscreen driver before it will work. The
touchscreen drivers for various operating systems are stored on the
CD-ROM disc inside the accessory box. The touchscreen manual can also
be found on this disc. Read Chapter 10 of this manual carefully before you
install the driver.

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CHAPTER

Hardware Installation
and Upgrading

• Overview of Hardware Installation
and Upgrading

• Disassembling the Panel PC

• Installing the 2.5" Hard Disk Drive
(HDD)

• Installing the Central Processing Unit
(CPU)

• Installing the SDRAM Memory
Module

• Installing the Floppy Disk Drive
(FDD)

• Installing the CD-ROM Drive

4.1 Overview of Hardware Installation and
Upgrading

The panel PC consists of a PC-based computer that is housed in a plastic
rear panel and a shielding case. Your HDD, SDRAM, power supply , CPU,
and so on are all readily accessible by removing the rear panel and
shielding case. Any maintenance or hardware upgrades can be easily
completed after removing the rear panel and shielding case.

If you are a systems integrator and need to know how to completely
disassemble the panel PC, you can find more useful information in
Appendix C.

Warning! Do not remove the rear cover until you have verified

that no power is flowing within the panel PC. Power
must be switched off and the power cord must be
unplugged. Every time you service the panel PC, you
should be aware of this.

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4.2 Disassembling the Panel PC

The following are standard procedures for disassembling the panel PC
before you upgrade your system. All procedures are illustrated in Fig. 4-1.

1. Unscrew the seven screws that secure the rear cover, then remove the
cover.

2. Unscrew the two screws of the PCI/ISA expansion PCB, and remove it.

3. Unscrew the four screws that secure the CPU cover.

4. Remove the floppy drive, HDD, and CD-ROM cables; then remove
the side panel.

5. Unscrew the ten screws of the shielding case, and remove it.

6. Detach the ventilation fan power cable.

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Rear panel

CPU cover

PCI/ISA
expansion PCB

Side panel

Figure 4-1: Disassembling the rear panel of the panel PC

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4.3 Installing the 2.5" Hard Disk Drive (HDD)

You can attach one enhanced Integrated Device Electronics (IDE) hard
disk drive to the panel PC's internal controller which uses a PCI local-bus
interface. The advanced IDE controller supports faster data transfer and
allows the IDE hard drive to exceed 528 MB. The following are instructions
for installation:

1. Detach and remove the rear cover and side panel.

2. There is a metal plate holding the HDD on the upper right-hand side of
the shielding case. (See Fig. 4-2.) Remove the two screws on the metal
plate.

3. Push the metal plate to the right and remove it from the two lugs of
shielding case.

4. Place the HDD on the metal plate, and tighten the four screws from the
bottom of the metal plate.

5. The HDD cable (1 x 44-pin to 1 x 44-pin) is next to the metal plate.
Connect the HDD cable to the HDD. The another end of the HDD
cable is connected to the PC board (J7). Make sure that the red/blue
wire corresponds to Pin 1 on the connector, which is labeled on the
board. Plug the other end of the cable into the IDE hard drive, with Pin
1 on the cable corresponding to Pin 1 on the hard drive.

2.5" HDD

Figure 4-2: Installing the primary 2.5" HDD

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4.4 Installing the Central Processing Unit (CPU)

The panel PC's central processing unit (CPU) can be upgraded to improve
system performance. The panel PC provides one 321-pin ZIF (Zero
Insertion Force) socket (Socket 7) which is backward compatible with ZIF
Socket 5 processors. The CPU must come with an attached heatsink and
CPU fan to prevent overheating. The panel PC comes with one CPU fan
with a unique connector in the accessory box.

Warning! The CPU may be damaged if operated without a

heatsink and a fan.

Warning! Always disconnect the pow er cord from y our panel PC

when you are working on it. Do not mak e connections
while the power is on as sensitive electronic components
can be damaged by the sudden rush of power . Only
experienced electronics personnel should open the panel PC.

1. Detach and remove the rear cover, shielding case and side panel.

2. Detach the flat cables of the HDD, FDD and CD-ROM drives.

3. Unscrew the ten screws of the shielding case and remove the case.

4. Locate the ZIF socket and open it by first pulling the lever sideways
away from the socket, then upwards at an angle of 90 degrees.

5. Insert the CPU with the correct orientation. The notched corner of the
CPU (with the white dot) should point towards the end of the lever.
The end of the lever is the blank area where one hole is missing from
the corner of the square array of pin holes. An arrowhead printed on
the motherboard points to the end of the lever. (See Fig. 4-3 overleaf.)

6. Slide the CPU in gently . It should insert easily. If not, pull the lever up
a little more and make sure the pins of the CPU correspond with the
holes of the socket. DO NOT USE EXCESSIVE FORCE!

7. Press the lever down. The plate will slide forward.

8. Place the heatsink on top of the CPU and tighten it with the heatsink
clip (shown in Fig. 4-3).

9. Attach the CPU fan to the CPU heatsink with the four screws.

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10.Connect the power cable of the CPU fan to the 2-pin connector (J12).

11.After changing the CPU, you must set jumpers, including those for the
PCI bus clock (JP8), system/PCI clock (JP11), frequency ratio (JP14),
and voltage (JP13). (See Section 5.2.)

12.To remove the CPU, pull the lever out to the side a little and raise it as
far as it will go. Lift out the CPU chip.

NOTE! When you install a new CPU, be sure to adjust the

board jumper settings. Improper settings ma y damage
the CPU. (See Chapter 5 for jumper settings.)

CPU fan
Heat sink

clip

Heat sink

CPU

Figure 4-3: Installing the CPU

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4.5 Installing the SDRAM Memory Module

You can install from 16 MB to 128 MB of SDRAM memory. The panel
PC system provides one 168-pin DIMM (Double Inline Memory Module)
socket and supports 3.3 V SDRAM with a minimum speed of 12 ns.

Note: The module can fit into the socket only one w a y. Pin 1 of

the DIMM module must line up with the small arrowhead
printed on the motherboard next to the DIMM socket.
The golden pins of the module must point down into the
DIMM socket.

1. Detach and remove the rear cover and CPU cover.

2. Push the two white eject levers on each side of the DIMM outward
until they are separated from the black vertical posts. (See Fig. 4-4.)

3. Insert the memory module into the socket at an angle of 90 degrees.

4. Push the two eject levers towards the vertical posts at each end of the
socket until the module is upright.

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Figure 4-4: Installing the SDRAM

4.6 Installing the Floppy Disk Drive (FDD)

Installation of a floppy disk drive is similar to that for a hard disk drive.
The metal plate for holding the FDD is on the left side of the shielding
case. The 26-pin yellow FPC cable is for connecting the FDD. Only 3.5"
floppy disk drives (720 KB and 1.44 MB) can be attached to the metal
plate.

1. Detach and remove the rear cover and side panel.

2. There is a metal plate for holding the FDD on the right side of the
shielding case. (See Fig. 4-5.) Unscrew the two screws on the upper
side of the metal plate.

3. Push the metal plate to the right and remove it from the two lugs of the
shielding case.

4. Place the FDD on the metal plate. Tighten the four smaller screws
located on each side of the metal plate.

5. Connect the yellow FDD cable (26-pin to 26-pin) which is next to the
metal plate of the FDD. The other end of the FDD cable is connected
to connector J8 on the PC board.

6. Attach the two screws of the metal plate to the original hole.

3.5" floppy drive

Figure 4-5: Installing the FDD

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4.7 Installing the CD-ROM Drive

The compact CD-ROM drive used in the panel PC is not the common

5.25" CD-ROM drive seen in computer shops. It is the kind widely used
in notebook computers. Install the CD-ROM drive as follows:

1. Detach and remove the rear cover, side panel and CPU cover.

2. Fasten the retaining clip on the CD-ROM drive with the two screws.

3. Slide the slim CD-ROM drive into the CD-ROM slot. (See Fig. 4-6.)

4. Attach the two screws on the side panel of the CD-ROM slot.

5. Connect the 40-pin CD-ROM cable (which has a small converting
PCB at its end) to the CD-ROM drive. The other end of the cable is
connected to CD-ROM connector J9 on the motherboard.

6. Rotate the retaining spring, to secure the CD-ROM connector (with
converting PCB) in place.

CD-ROM
connector

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Retaining
spring

Compact
CD-ROM drive

Figure 4-6: Installing the CD-ROM drive

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CHAPTER

Jumper Settings and
Connectors

This chapter tells how to set up the panel
PC hardware, including instructions on
setting jumpers and connecting peripherals,
switches and indicators. Be sure to read
all the safety precautions before you begin
the installation procedures.

• Jumpers and Connectors

• CPU Installation and Upgrading

• COM Port Interface

• VGA Interface

• W atchdog T imer Configuration

5.1 Jumpers and Connectors

5.1.1 Setting jumpers

You can configure your panel PC to match the needs of your application
by setting jumpers. A jumper is the simplest kind of electrical switch. It
consists of two metal pins and a small metal clip (often protected by a
plastic cover) that slides over the pins to connect them. To “close” a
jumper, you connect the pins with the clip. To “open” a jumper you
remove the clip. Sometimes a jumper will have three pins, labeled 1, 2,
and 3. In this case, you would connect either pins 1 and 2 or pins 2 and 3.

3

2

1

OpenOpen

Open

OpenOpen

ClosedClosed

Closed

ClosedClosed

Closed 2 - 3Closed 2 - 3

Closed 2 - 3

Closed 2 - 3Closed 2 - 3

The jumper settings are schematically depicted in this manual as follows:

1

OpenOpen

Open

OpenOpen

ClosedClosed

Closed

ClosedClosed

Closed 2 - 3Closed 2 - 3

Closed 2 - 3

Closed 2 - 3Closed 2 - 3

A pair of needle-nose pliers may be helpful when working with jumpers.
If you have any doubts about the best hardware configuration for your

application, contact your local distributor or sales representative before
you make any changes.

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5.1.2 Jumpers

The motherboard of the panel PC has a number of jumpers that allow you
to configure your system to suit your applications. The table below lists
the function of each of the board’s jumpers.

Table 5-1: Jumpers and their functions

Label Function

JP1 COM3 RI pin setting (Reserved)
JP2 COM4 RI pin setting (Reserved)
JP3 COM2 RS-232/422/485 setting
JP4 COM2 RS-232/422/485 setting
JP5 COM2 RS-232/422/485 setting
JP6 Panel VCC setting
JP7 ENVEE pin setting
JP8 PCI bus clock setting
JP9 Panel type select
JP10 Cyrix linear mode enable
JP11 System/PCI clock setting
JP12 CMOS clear for external RTC
JP13 CPU V
JP14 CPU frequency ratio setting
JP15 Watchdog timer action
JP16 Reset
JP17 CMOS clear for 5582 internal RTC (Reserved)
JP18 AT/ATX power select (Reserved)

voltage setting

CORE

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5.1.3 Locating jumpers

JP14: CPU frequency ratio setting JP11: System/PCI clock setting

JP13: CPU V

voltage setting

CORE

JP9: Panel type select

JP17: CMOS

clear for

internal RTC &

JP18: AT/A TX

power select

JP15:

Watchdog

timer action

JP16: Reset

JP12: CMOS

clear for

external RTC

Socket 7

JP6: Panel V
setting

JP7: ENVEE
pin setting

JP8: PCI bus

DIMM

clock setting
JP10: Cyrix

PCMCIA

linear mode
enable

JP5: COM2
RS-232/422/485
setting

JP2: COM4 RI
pin setting
(Reserved)

JP4: COM2

RS-232/422/485

setting

JP3: COM2

RS-232/422/485

setting

JP1: COM3 RI

pin setting
(Reserved)

Figure 5-1: Locating jumpers on the PPC-120/140 motherboard

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5.1.4 Connectors

On-board connectors link the panel PC to external devices such as hard
disk drives or floppy drives. The table below lists the function of each of
the board’s connectors.

Table 5-2: Panel PC connectors

Label Function

J1 IR connector
J2 Flat panel display connector
J3 Flat panel display connector
J4 Internal COM4 connector
J5 Touchscreen power connector
J6 Sandisk SSD connector
J7 EIDE hard disk driver connector
J8 Floppy driver connector
J9 CD-ROM connector
J10 CPU fan power connector
J11 PCI/ISA bus expansion connector
J12 Fan power connector
J13 AT power connector
J14 ATX power connector (Reserved)
J15 Internal speaker connector
J16 Inverter power connector

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5.1.5 Locating connectors

J11: PCI/ISA

bus expansion

connector

J12: Fan power

connector

J14: ATX power

connector

(Reserved)

J13: AT power

connector

J16: Inverter

power

connector

J15: Internal

speaker

connector

J10: CPU fan power

connector

Socket 7

DIMM

J7: EIDE hard disk

drive connector

PCMCIA

J6: Sandisk SSD
connector

J3: Flat panel
display connector

J5: Touchscreen
power connector

J4: Internal COM4
connector

J2: Flat panel
display connector

J9: CD-ROM
connector

J8: Floppy drive
connector

J1: IR connector

Figure 5-2: Locating connectors on the PPC-120/140 motherboard

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5.2 CPU Installation and Upgrading

You can upgrade to a higher power Pentium®, AMD or Cyrix processor at
any time. Simply remove the old CPU, install the new one, and set the
jumpers for the new CPU type and speed.

5.2.1 System clock setting (JP11, JP8)

JP11 and JP8 are used to set the CPU and PCI bus speeds respectively, to
optimize the system's performance. The system chipset will sense the JP8
setting to get the bus frequency, then adjust its internal timing. JP11 is
used to set the CPU and PCI clock. Refer to the CPU speed reference
table for instructions on adjusting the internal clocks according to the base
CPU speed.

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Table 5-3: System/PCI clock setting (JP11)

PCI clock CPU clock

25 MHz 50 MHz

1

30 MHz 60 MHz

1

33 MHz 66 MHz

1

28 MHz 55 MHz

1

38 MHz 75 MHz

1

42 MHz 83 MHz

(Reserved)

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Table 5-4: PCI bus clock setting (JP8)

PCI clock

* CPUCLK/2

1

32MHz

1

* default setting

5.2.2 CPU core voltage setting (JP13)

JP13 must be set to match the CPU type. The following chart shows the
proper jumper settings for their respective V
CPU is fixed at 3.3 V.)

CC (CORE)

. (The V

CC (I/O)

for the

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Table 5-5: CPU voltage setting (JP13)

VCC

(CORE)

VCC

(CORE)

VCC

(CORE)

VCC

(CORE)

1.30 V 1.35 V 1.40 V 1.45 V

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1.50 V 1.55 V 1.60 V 1.65 V

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1.70 V 1.75 V 1.80 V 1.85 V

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(CORE)

VCC

(CORE)

VCC

(CORE)

VCC

(CORE)

NONE 2.10 V 2.20 V 2.30 V

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5.2.3 CPU frequency ratio setting (JP14)

Table 5-6: CPU frequency ratio (for Intel) (JP14)

P55C P54C

3.5x 1.5x

1
3
5

2x 2x

1
3
5

3x 3x

1
3
5

2.5x 2.5x

1
3
5

2
4
6

2
4
6

2
4
6

2
4
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Table 5-7: CPU frequency ratio (for AMD K6) (JP14)

2x 2.5x

1
3
5

2
4
6

1
3
5

3x 3.5x

1
3
5

2
4
6

1
3
5

4x 4.5x

1
3
5

2
4
6

1
3
5

5x 5.5x

1
3
5

2
4
6

1
3
5

2
4
6

2
4
6

2
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6

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5.2.4 CMOS clear for external RTC (JP12)

Warning: To avoid damaging the computer, alw ays turn off the

power supply before setting “Clear CMOS”. Set the
jumper back to “3.0 V Battery On” before turning on the
power supply.

Table 5-8: Clear CMOS/External RTC (JP12)

* normal operation

123

Clear CMOS

123

* default setting

5.2.5 Cyrix linear mode enable (JP10)

The panel PC supports Cyrix M1 CPU with its linear access mode on L2
cache. This mode is set through JP10.

Table 5-9: Cyrix linear mode enable (JP10)

* open = disable (normal operation)

closed = Cyrix linear mode

* default setting

2
1

2
1

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5.2.6 Reset system (JP16)

Table 5-10: Reset system (JP16)

* open = normal operation

2
1

closed = reset system

* default setting

2
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5.3 COM-port Interface

The panel PC provides four serial ports (COM1, 3, 4: RS-232; COM2:
RS-232/422/485) in one COM port connector.

5.3.1 COM2 RS-232/422/485 setting (JP3, JP4, JP5)

COM2 can be configured to operate in RS-232, RS-422, or RS-485 mode.
This is done via JP6 and JP5.

Table 5-11: COM2 RS-232/422/485 setting (JP3, JP4)

* RS-232 RS-422/485

26

JP4

15

26

JP3

15

JP4

JP3

26
15

26
15

* default setting

Table 5-12: COM2 RS-232/422/485 setting (JP5)

* RS-232 RS-422 RS-485

246 246 246

135 135 135

* default setting
The IRQ and the address ranges for COM1, 2, 3, and 4 are fixed.

However, if you wish to disable the port or change these parameters later
you can do this in the system BIOS setup. The table overleaf shows the
default settings for the panel PC’s serial ports.

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COM1 and COM2 are one set. You can exchange the address range and
interrupt IRQ of COM1 for the address range and interrupt IRQ of COM2.
After exchanging, COM1's address range is 2F8 ~ 2FF and its request IRQ
is IRQ3: and COM2's address range is 3F8 ~ 3FF and its interrupt IRQ is
IRQ4.

COM3 and COM4 are another set. Their selectable function is the same as
the COM1/COM2 set.

Table 5-13: PPC-120/140 serial port default settings

Port Address Range Interrupt

COM1 3F8 ~ 3FF IRQ4
COM2 2F8 ~ 2FF IRQ3
COM3 3E8 ~ 3EF IRQ10
COM4 2E8 ~ 2EF IRQ5

5.3.2 COM3/COM4/RI pin setting (JP2, JP1) (Reserved)

Table 5-14: COM4/RI pin setting (JP2)

+5 V output +12 V output * RI output

65
43
21

65
43
21

65
43
21

* default setting

Table 5-15: COM3/RI pin setting (JP1)

+5 V output +12 V output * RI output

65
43
21

65
43
21

65
43
21

* default setting

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5.4 VGA Interface

1

The panel PC's’s PCI SVGA interface can drive conventional CRT
displays and is capable of driving a wide range of flat panel displays,
including electroluminescent (EL), gas plasma, passive LCD and active
LCD displays. The board has two connectors to support these displays
simultaneously; one for standard CRT VGA monitors and one for flat
panel displays.

CRT display port information can be found in Section 3.9 - VGA Port.
The pin assignments for the flat panel display connector, backlight

connector and other related connectors are described in the appendices.

5.4.1 LCD panel power setting (JP6)

The panel PC's’s PCI SVGA interface supports 5 V and 3.3 V LCD
displays. By changing the setting of JP6, you can select the panel video
signal level to be 5 V or 3.3 V.

Table 5-16: Panel VCC setting (JP6)

* 5 V 3.3 V

* default setting

123123

Configuration of the VGA interface is done exclusively via the software
utility . You do not have to set any jumpers. Refer to Chapter 8 for
software setup details.

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5.4.2 Panel type select (JP9)

Table 5-17: Panel type select (JP9)

Maximum Display Maximum Display
Resolution Type Resolution Type

1. 1024 x 768 DSTN color 2. 1280 x 1024 TFT color

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5
3
1

8
6
4
2

7
5
3
1

8
6
4
2

3. 640 x 480 DSTN color 4 . 800 x 600 DSTN color

7
5
3
1

8
6
4
2

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5
3
1

8
6
4
2

5. 640 x 480 SHARP TFT color 6. 640 x 480 18-bit TFT color

7
5
3
1

8
6
4
2

7
5
3
1

8
6
4
2

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Maximum Display Maximum Display
Resolution Type Resolution Type

9. 800 x 600 TFT color 10. 800 x 600 TFT color
(44 K BIOS only)

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5
3
1

8
6
4
2

7
5
3
1

8
6
4
2

11. 800 x 600 DSTN color 12. 800 x 600 DSTN color
(44 K BIOS only)

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5
3
1

8
6
4
2

7
5
3
1

8
6
4
2

13.1024 x 768 TFT color 14. 1280 x 1024 DSTN color

(44 K BIOS only) (44 K BIOS only)

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5
3
1

8
6
4
2

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5
3
1

8
6
4
2

15. 1024 x 600 TFT color 16.1024 x 600 TFT color
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5.5 Watchdog Timer Configuration

1

An on-board watchdog timer reduces the chance of disruptions which
EMP (electromagnetic pulse) interference can cause. This is an invaluable
protective device for standalone or unmanned applications. Setup involves
one jumper and running the control software. (Refer to Appendix B.)

5.5.1 Watchdog activity selection (JP15)

When the watchdog timer activates (i.e. CPU processing has come to a
halt), it can reset the system or generate an interrupt on IRQ11. This can
be set via jumper JP15 as shown below:

Table 5-18: Watchdog activity selection (JP15)

* System reset IRQ11

3
2
1

* default setting

3
2
1

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6

CHAPTER

PCI Bus Ethernet
Interface

This chapter provides information on
Ethernet configuration.

• Introduction

• Installation of Ethernet Driver

- Installation for MS-DOS &
WINDOWS 3.1

- Installation for WINDOWS 95

- Installation for WINDOWS NT

• Further Information

6.1 Introduction

The PPC-120/140 is equipped with a high performance 32-bit Ethernet
chipset which is fully compliant with IEEE 802.3 100 Mbps CSMA/CD
standards. It is supported by major network operating systems. It is also
both 100Base-T and 10Base-T compatible. The medium type can be
configured via the RSET8139.exe program included on the utility disk.

The Ethernet port provides a standard RJ-45 jack. The network boot
feature can be utilized by incorporating the boot ROM image files for the
appropriate network operating system. The boot ROM BIOS files are
combined with system BIOS, which can be enabled/disabled in the BIOS
setup.

6.2 Installation of Ethernet Driver

Before installing the Ethernet driver, note the procedures below. You must
know which operating system you are using in your PPC-120/140, and
then refer to the corresponding installation flow chart. Then just follow the
steps described in the flow chart. You will quickly and successfully
complete the installation, even if you are not familiar with instructions for
MS-DOS or WINDOWS.

Note 1: The windows illustrations in this chapter are examples

only. You must follow the flow chart instructions and pay
attention to the instructions which then appear on your
screen.

Note 2: The CD-ROM drive is designated as "D" throughout this

chapter.

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6.2.1 Installation for MS-DOS & WINDOWS 3.1

If you want to set up your Ethernet connection under the MS-DOS
or Windows 3.1 environment, you should first check your server
system model. For example, MS-NT , IBM-LAN server, and so on.

Then choose the correct driver to install in your panel PC.
The installation procedures for various servers can be found in the

directory path "LAN/TXT/*" of the drivers and utilities CD-ROM,
where * is your server model.

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6.2.2 Installation for WINDOWS 95

a. Select "Start",

"Settings",

1.

2.

3.

"Control Panel".

b. Double click

"Network".

a. Click "Add" and

prepare to install
network functions.

a. Select the

"Adapter" item to
add the Ethernet
card.

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to install the driver.

5.

6.

7.

a. Insert the disc into

the CD-ROM drive.

b. Fill in the correct

path.

c. Click "OK".

D:\Lan\

a. Choose the

"Realtek" item.

b. Click "OK".

a. Make sure the

configurations of
relative items are
set correctly.

b. Click "OK" to

reboot.

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6.2.3 Installation for WINDOWS NT

a. Select "Start",

"Settings",

1.

2.

"Control Panel".

b. Double click

"Network".

a. Choose the

"Adapters" label.

b. Click the "Add"

button.

3.

4.

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b. Press "OK".

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Disk".

D:

5.

6.

7.

a. Insert the disc into

the CD-ROM drive.

b. Fill in the correct

path.

c. Press the "OK"

button.

a. Choose the

"Realtek" item.

b. Press the "OK"

button.

a. Make sure the

configurations of
relative items are
set correctly.

b. Press the "OK"

button to reboot.

D:\Lan\

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6.3 Further Information

Realtek web: www.realtek.com
Advantech web: www.advantech-usa.com or www.advantech.com.tw

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PCI SVGA Setup

• Introduction

• Installation of SVGA Driver

- Installation for WINDOWS 3.1

- Installation for WINDOWS 95

- Installation for WINDOWS NT

- Installation for OS/2

• Further Information

7

CHAPTER

7.1 Introduction

The PPC-120/140 has an on-board PCI flat panel/VGA interface. The
specifications and features are described as follows:

Chipset

The PPC-120/140 uses a C&T 65555 chipset for its PCI/SVGA controller.
It supports many popular LCD, EL, and gas plasma flat panel displays and
conventional analog CR T monitors. The 65555 VGA BIOS supports
monochrome LCD, EL, color TFT and STN LCD flat panel displays. In
addition, it also supports interlaced and non-interlaced analog monitors
(color and monochrome VGA) in high-resolution modes while
maintaining complete IBM VGA compatibility. Digital monitors
(i.e. MDA, CGA, and EGA) are NOT supported. Multiple frequency
(multisync) monitors are handled as if they were analog monitors.

Display memory

With on-board 2 MB display memory, the VGA controller can drive CRT
displays or color panel displays with resolutions up to 1024 x 768 at 64 K
colors. The display memory can be expanded to 4 MB for true-color
resolution of 1024 x 768.

Display types

CRT and panel displays can be used simultaneously. The PPC-120/140
can be set in one of three configurations: on a CRT, on a flat panel display,
or on both simultaneously . The system is initially set to simultaneous
display mode. The CD-ROM disc includes three *.COM files in the
subdirectory Utility\vga\ which can be used to configure the
display. In order to use these configuration programs, type the file name
and path at the DOS prompt.

CT .COM: Enables CRT display only
FP.COM: Enables panel display only
SM.COM: Enables both displays simultaneously

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7.2 Installation of SVGA driver

Complete the following steps to install the SVGA driver. Follow the
procedures in the flow chart that apply to the operating system that you
you are using within your PPC-120/140.

Important: 1. The following windows illustrations are examples only.

You must follow the flow chart instructions and pay
attention to the instructions which then appear on your
screen.

2. The resolution of the PPC-120 is 800 x 600 pixels
(SVGA), whereas the resolution of the PPC-140 is 1024
x 768 pixels (XV GA).

Note 1: The CD-ROM drive is designated as "D" throughout this

chapter.

Note 2: <Enter> means pressing the “Enter” k ey on the

keyboard.

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7.2.1 Installation for Windows 3.1

a. Insert the disc

into the CD-ROM
drive.

1.

b. Select "File" in

ram Manager.

Pro

c. Click "Run" and

type: "D:\VGA\
Win31\Setup.exe".

D:\VGA\Win31\Setup.exe

2.

3.

4.

a. Choose the

a. Select the
b. Press "ENTER".

a. Press "ENTER" to

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6.

7.

a. Type the path of

the operating
system.

a. When installation

is completed,
reboot the system.

b. You will see the

"ChipsCPL" icon in
the control panel.

a. Double click

"ChipsCPL".

b. Adjust screen size,

color and refresh
rate to your
preferences.

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7.2.2 Installation for Windows 95

a. Select "Start",

"Settings",
"Control Panel",

1.

2.

"Display",
"Settings".

b. Press "Advanced

Properties".

a. Choose the

"Adapter" label.

b. Press the

"Change..."
button.

3.

4.

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a. Press the "Have

Disk" button.

a. Insert the disc

into the CD-ROM
drive.

b. Type

"D:\VGA\Win95\".

c. Press "OK".

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g

5.

g

6.

a. Select the

hlighted item.

hi

b. Click the "OK"

button.

a. C&T65555

appears in the
adapter label.

b. Click the "Apply"

button.

7.

8.

a. Press "Yes" to

reboot.

a. Repeat Step 1 on

the previous pa
of this manual.
The "CHIPS"
label appears in
"Display".

b. Adjust resolution

and color.

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9.

10.

11.

a. Click the "CHIPS"

label.

b. Adjust the refresh

rate and display
type.

c. Press "OK" to

exit.

a. Press "Yes" to

set the monitor
type.

a. Select

"Standard",
"Super VGA 800
x 600", or "XGA".

b. Press the "OK"

button.

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12.

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a. Choose "Restart"

to reboot.

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7.2.3 Installation for Windows NT

a. Select "Start", "Settings",

1.

2.

"Control Panel".

b. Double click the "Display"

icon.

a. Choose the "Settings" label.
b. Press the "Display Type"

button.

3.

4.

a. Press the "Change..." button.

a. Click the "Have Disk..."

button.

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5.

6.

a. Insert the disc into the

CD-ROM drive.

b. Type "D:\VGA\NT40\" in

the blank.

c. Press the "OK" button.

D:\VGA\NT40\

a. Select the highlighted

item.

b. Press the "OK" button.

7.

8.

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a. Press "Yes" to proceed.

a. Press "OK" to reboot.

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