Eurotech ANTARES 1U ICE User Manual

USER MANUAL

ANTARES 1U ICE

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Issue B – July 2010 – ETH_ANTARES_USM

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REVISION HISTORY

Issue no. PCB Date Comments

A 24th May 2010 First release of manual.

B 23rd July 2010 Minor updates

© 2010 Eurotech Ltd. All rights reserved.

See Eurotech Worldwide Presence (on the back cover) for full contact details.

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Table of contents

Table of contents

Important user information............................................................................................................................. 4

Safety notices and warnings .......................................................................................................................... 4

Life support policy .......................................................................................................................................... 5

CE notice........................................................................................................................................................ 5

WEEE............................................................................................................................................................. 6

RoHS.............................................................................................................................................................. 6

Technical assistance...................................................................................................................................... 6

Introduction...................................................................................................................................................... 7

ANTARES 1U ICE specification..................................................................................................................... 8

ANTARES ICE ‘at a glance’........................................................................................................................... 9

Features of the ANTARES ICE.................................................................................................................... 10

Connectors..................................................................................................................................................... 11

Internal configuration.................................................................................................................................... 16

Removing and fitting the PCI Express card module .................................................................................... 17

Tamper detect switch ................................................................................................................................... 19

Dimensions .................................................................................................................................................. 20

Weight .......................................................................................................................................................... 20

EMC conformity ............................................................................................................................................. 21

Eurotech Worldwide Presence..................................................................................................................... 23

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Important user information

In order to lower the risk of personal injury, electric shock, fire or equipment damage, users must
observe the following precautions as well as good technical judgment, whenever this product is
installed or used.

All reasonable efforts have been made to ensure the accuracy of this document; however, Eurotech
assumes no liability resulting from any error/omission in this document, or from the use of the
information contained herein.

Eurotech reserves the right to revise this document and to change its contents at any time without
obligation to notify any person of such revision or changes.

Safety notices and warnings

The following general safety precautions must be observed during all phases of operation, service, and
repair of this equipment. Failure to comply with these precautions or with specific warnings elsewhere
in this manual violates safety standards of design, manufacture, and intended use of the equipment.
Eurotech assumes no liability for the customer’s failure to comply with these requirements.

The safety precautions listed below represent warnings of certain dangers of which Eurotech is aware
of. You, as the user of the product, should follow these warnings and all other safety precautions
necessary for the safe operation of the equipment in your operating environment.

Installation in cupboards and safes

In the event that the product is placed within a cupboard or safe, together with other heat generating
equipment, ensure proper ventilation.

Do not operate in an explosive atmosphere

Do not operate the equipment in the presence of flammable gases or fumes. Operation of any
electrical equipment in such an environment constitutes a definite safety hazard.

Alerts that can be found throughout this manual

The following alerts are used within this manual and indicate potentially dangerous situations:

Danger, electrical shock hazard:

Information regarding potential electrical shock hazards:

• Personal injury or death could occur. Also damage to the system, connected peripheral devices, or
software could occur if the warnings are not carefully followed.

• Appropriate safety precautions should always be used, these should meet the requirements set out
for the environment that the equipment will be deployed in.

Warning:

Information regarding potential hazards:

• Personal injury or death could occur. Also damage to the system, connected peripheral devices, or
software could occur if the warnings are not carefully followed.

• Appropriate safety precautions should always be used, these should meet the requirements set out
for the environment that the equipment will be deployed in.

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Information and/or Notes:

These will highlight important features or instructions that should be observed.

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Important user information

Use an appropriate power supply

Only start the product with a power supply that conforms to the voltage requirements as displayed on
the voltage label attached to the system. In case of uncertainty about the required power supply,
please contact your local Eurotech Technical Support Team

(see page 6) or the electricity authority.

Use power supplies that are compliant with SELV regulation.

Use certified power cables. The power cable must fit the product, the voltage and the required current.

Position cable with care. Avoid positioning cable in a place where it may be trampled on or
compressed by objects placed on it. Take particular care of the plug, power-point and outlet of power
cable.

Avoid overcharging power-points.

Internal battery

The ANTARES SBC is fitted with a 3V Lithium battery that is used to maintain the ANTARES’s real
time clock and static RAM while the main supply is removed. The battery is fitted in a socket to allow
easy replacement. The battery has a service life of 5 years at +25°C (77°F).

Safe battery use

Lithium batteries that are found to be damaged, leaking, corroded or flat (low or no voltage) must be
disposed of in a safe manner following the relevant COSHH regulations.

Damaged, leaking, or corroded batteries (especially lithium batteries) must only be handled with caution.
Use non-conductive tools and wear suitable protection, e.g. safety glasses, rubber gloves, etc.

All faulty batteries must be segregated in a suitable, clearly marked non-conductive container. They must be
periodically disposed of by a recognized company specializing in the disposal of poisonous waste, who
comply with ‘The Disposal of Poisonous Waste Regulations Act.’

Replace with the same or equivalent type recommended by the manufacturer.

Dispose of batteries according to the manufacturer’s instructions.

Do not attempt to recharge, disassemble, heat above 100°C (212°F), or incinerate the Lithium battery.

Antistatic precautions

To avoid damage caused by ESD (Electro Static Discharge), always use appropriate antistatic
precautions when handing any electronic equipment.

Life support policy

Eurotech products are not authorized for use as critical components in life support devices or systems
without the express written approval of Eurotech.

CE notice

The product described in this manual is marked with the label in accordance with the 1999/5/EC
regulation.

Eurotech shall not be liable for use of its products with equipment (i.e. power supplies, personal
computers, etc.) that are not CE marked.

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WEEE

The information below is issued in compliance with the regulations as set out in the 2002/96/EC
directive, subsequently superseded by 2003/108/EC. It refers electrical and electronic equipment and
the waste management of such products.

When disposing of a device, including all of its components, subassemblies and materials that are an
integral part of the product, you should consider the WEEE directive.

The symbol to the right has been attached to the equipment or, if this has not been
possible, on the packaging, instruction literature and/or the guarantee sheet. By using this
symbol, it states that the device has been marketed after August 13th 2005, and implies
that you must separate all of its components when possible, and dispose of them in
accordance with local waste disposal legislations.

Because of the substances present in the equipment, improper use or disposal of the refuse can cause
damage to human health and to the environment.

With reference to WEEE, it is compulsory not to dispose of the equipment with normal urban refuse,
arrangements should be instigated for separate collection and disposal.

Contact your local waste collection body for more detailed recycling information.

In case of illicit disposal, sanctions will be levied on transgressors.

RoHS

This device, including all it components, subassemblies and the consumable materials that are an
integral part of the product, has been manufactured in compliance with the European directive
2002/95/EC known as the RoHS directive (Restrictions on the use of certain Hazardous Substances).
This directive targets the reduction of certain hazardous substances previously used in electrical and
electronic equipment (EEE).

Technical assistance

For any technical questions, or if you cannot isolate a problem with your device, or for any enquiry
about repair and returns policies, feel free to contact your local Eurotech Technical Support Team.

See Eurotech Worldwide Presence

Transportation

When transporting any module or system, for any reason, it should be packed using anti-static material
and placed in a sturdy box with enough packing material to adequately cushion it.

Any product returned to Eurotech that is damaged due to inappropriate packaging will not be covered by the
warranty!

(the back cover) for full contact details.

Device labelling

The ANTARES 1U ICE serial label is affixed to the enclosure this contains the Eurotech part number
which in turn contains information on the version and issue of this product the label also contains a
serial number which is unique to each individual ANTARES 1U ICE.

The labels will also display product conformity marking.

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Introduction

The ANTARES 1U ICE system serves as a high performance, compact 19" rack mount ruggedized PC
system for applications in IT systems, machine control, and kiosk solutions. The ANTARES 1U ICE is
powered by a high performance single board computer designed and manufactured by Eurotech. The
motherboard and system components are designed for long life support with standard CPU options
from the Intel Core i7 620UE 1.06GHz for quiet PCs, the Celeron P4505 1.86GHz and up to powerful
server grade systems fitted with the Intel Core i7 610E 2.53GHz. Non-standard options Intel i7-620LE

2.00GHz, Intel i3-330E 2.13GHz, Intel i5-520E 2.40GHz are available on request.

This ruggedized system has a full compliment of PC features including DVD Multi Writer, dual Ethernet
(supporting 10/100/1000baseT), USB ports, HDMI ports, SD card socket, serial ports and a number of
additional features for creating secure systems, optional VGA/3.5mm Audio ports. The system can
also be fitted with two PCI express add-on cards.

The system is available with options for multiple video outputs, integrated wireless modules (with
location for external antenna) and complete operation from solid-state SD storage cards. Two Mini PCI
Express card sockets are available on the ANTARES Single Board Computer (SBC).

Introduction

The front panel LCD display can be used for user-defined configuration and control for deeply
‘embedded systems’ which do not have access to a display. For applications in secure locations, the
ANTARES 1U ICE includes an integrated tamper detection switch to monitor and record access to the
system. Please refer to the ANTARES user manual for detailed information about the performance and
operation of the ANTARES SBC.

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ANTARES 1U ICE specification

The ANTARES 1U ICE includes the following standard features:

• 1U 19" standard ‘ruggedized’ enclosure.

• Intel i7 620UE 1.06GHz, Intel i7-610E 2.53GHz, Celeron P4505 1.86GHz processor

performance options as standard.

• Intel i7 620UE 1.06GHz for fan-less systems.

• Intel i7-620LE 2.00GHz, Intel i3-330E 2.13GHz, Intel i5-520E 2.40GHz non-standard available

on request.

• Up to Intel 610E 2.53GHz for server performance.

• Low profile processor fan fitted as standard.

• Up to 8GB system DRAM.

• Up to two independent video (output via CRT, two HDMI & LVDS; LVDS requires a separate

cable assembly).

• Options for CRT/Audio. Contact Eurotech’s sales team for details (see Eurotech Worldwide

Presence, page 23).

• Two 10/100/1000 baseT Ethernet ports

• SD card socket under cover at rear.

• Two serial ports.

• Six USB 2.0 compliant ports (two on front, four on rear).

• Front panel 256 x 64 pixel LCD display.

• Auto-ranging 90-265V, 47-63Hz AC, Flex-ATX PSU.

• DC power input option also available on request. Contact Eurotech’s sales team for details

(see page Eurotech Worldwide Presence

• Two PCI Express expansion slots via an internal flexible riser.

• Two Mini PCI Express card sockets are available on the ANTARES Single Board Computer

(SBC).

• Internal DVD/CDRW. Speeds: 24x CD-R writing, 24x CD-RW writing, 24x CD-ROM reading,
8x DVD-ROM reading.

• A mix of 2.5" and 3.5" hard disk drive options available.

• Operating temperature: +5°C to +50°C (41°F to 122°F).

• EMC conformity: CE/FCC compliant (see page 21).

Safety compliance: UL, cUL, CB (power supply).

•

Factory build options available on request include:

, page 23).

• Other CPU options with/without CPU fan.

• System without HDD – using solid state SD card only.

Please contact our Sales team for price and availability - see Eurotech Worldwide Presence

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, page 23.

ANTARES ICE ‘at a glance’

Front panel view

HDD Reset switch 256 x 64 LCD DVD/RW drive 2.5" HDD access cover

On/off DVD eject switch USB

Rear panel views

Two Ethernet ports and four USB 2.0 ports

Power supply Two SMA ports Lid retaining screw Two serial ports Optional VGA/Audio panel

Introduction

M4 Earth stud External fan Two HDMI ports SD card access PCI Express card positions

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Features of the ANTARES ICE

The 1U high 19" Rack Mount enclosure offers a wide range of features. These are summarised below.

Front panel

• HDD activity indicator.

• Reset switch access hole.

• On/off momentary switch.

• LCD – 256x64.

• DVD/RW drive slot (SATA).

• DVD eject access hole.

• Two USB 2.0 type A ports.

• Access cover to 2.5" drive caddy with two removable HDD (SATA).

A variety of panels can be implemented with the ANTARES ICE. For example, a plain solid front panel
may be used if there is no requirement for drives. Alternatively a front panel with a recessed area
around the display that accepts customised membranes may be preferred.

Rear panel

• Position for AC or DC power supply unit.

• M4 Earth stud.

• Two SMA ports (cabled internally to rear panel).

• External fan (pulling air out of unit).

• Two Ethernet ports (RJ45).

• Four USB 2.0 type A ports.

• Two HDMI 1.3 ports.

• Two serial ports – 9 way ‘D’ type.

• SD card access (retaining cover shown).

• Two PCI Express card positions.

• Optional panel – (VGA plus three stereo audio jack sockets) that can be used for DB9, eSATA

or wireless antennas.

• Lid retaining screw.

Additional features

Two Mini PCI Express card sockets are available on the ANTARES Single Board Computer (SBC). An
access panel on the underside of the enclosure allows insertion/removal from the socket. Removal of
the enclosure lid provides access to the socket on the top side of the SBC.

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Connectors

The ANTARES provides a range of connectors to connect external devices:

Connectors

The connectors available from the back panel are:

Connector Function See …

J4 HDMI 1 and 2 Page 12

J7A, J8A LAN 1, LAN 2 Page 13.

J7B, J8B USB 1 and 2, USB 3 and 4 Page 13

J28 SD card reader Page 13

J8A J7A J4 J29 VGA

J8B J7B J29 J28 Audio

.

.

.

J29 Serial ports 1 and 2 Page 14

VGA VGA Page 14

Audio Audio Page 15

.

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J4 ( HDMI ports 1 and 2)

HDMI socket

Pin Signal name

1 TMDS_DATA2_P

2 GND

3 TMDS_DATA2_N

4 TMDS_DATA1_P

5 GND

6 TMDS_DATA1_N

7 TMDS_DATA0_P

8 GND

9 TMDS_DATA0_N

10 TMDS_CLK_P

11 GND

12 TMDS_CLK_N

13 No Connect

14 GND

15 SCL (DDC CLOCK)

16 SDA (DDC DATA)

17 GND

18 +5V

19 HPD

20 SHELL

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J7A and J8A (LAN 1 and 2)

RJ-45 10/100/1000Mb/s.

Pin Signal name (10/100/1000)

1 MD0+

2 MD0-

3 MD1+

4 MD2+

5 MD2-

6 MD1-

7 MD3+

8 MD3-

For a Gigabit Ethernet (10/100/1000) connection the network cable should be a CAT5 or above and
include all four pairs.

Connectors

J7B (USB ports 1 and 2) and J8B (USB ports 3 and 4)

USB type A connector.

Pin Signal name

1 VBUS

2 Data-

3 Data+

4 Ground

J28 SD card reader

SD card socket – Molex 67840-8001.

Pin Signal name

1 Connector data line 3

2 Command/response line

3 GND

4 Power supply

5 Clock

9 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8

6 GND

7 Connector data line 0

8 Connector data line 1

9 Connector data line 2

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J29 – COM1 and COM2 RS232 serial ports

DB9 male.

Pin Signal name Pin Signal name

1 Data Carrier

Detect (DCD)

3 Transmit Data

(TX)

5 Ground 6 Data Set ready

7 Request To

Send (RTS)

9 Ring Indicator

(RI)

VGA CRT connector

DB15 female.

Pin Signal name Pin Signal name

1 Red 2 Green

3 Blue 4 No connect

5 Ground 6 Ground

7 Ground 8 Ground

2 Receive Data

(RX)

4 Data Terminal

Ready (DTR)

(DSR)

8 Clear To Send

(CTS)

10

1

15

5

9 6

5

1

6

11

9 +5V (fused) 10 Ground

11 No Connect 12 DDCSDA

13 HSYNC 14 VSYNC

15 DDCSCL

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Audio (LINE IN, MIC and Headphones)

The audio connector pin is made up of the following parts:

Ring

Connectors

Sleeve Tip

The pin settings for each connector are as follows:

LINE IN - 3.5mm audio jack MIC - 3.5mm audio jack Headphones - 3.5mm audio jack

PC99 colour: light blue. PC99 colour: pink. PC99 colour: green.

Pin
part

Signal name

2.1 mode

Pin
part

Signal name

2.1 mode

Pin
part

Signal name

2.1 mode

Tip Line in left Tip Microphone In Tip Line out left

Ring Line in right Ring No Connect Ring Line out right

Sleeve Ground Sleeve Ground Sleeve Ground

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Internal configuration

The following diagram shows the construction of the ANTARES ICE:

PCI Express card carrier Mini PCI Express access panel ANTARES SBC AC power supply

3.5" SATA HDD
slot

DVD/RW SATA drive 2 x 2.5" SATA HDD slot, or
1 x 3.5

The internal components of the unit must only be accessed by suitably qualified personnel using anti-static
equipment. The power supply must be switched off and the AC input cable unplugged.

Refer to Error! Reference source not found.

before proceeding any further.

" SATA HDD slot

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Removing and fitting the PCI Express card module

The PCI Express module contains the following components:

PCI Express riser Tamper detect Slots in
(Flex to ALTARES micro switch Retaining screw bracket for
not shown) and cable position adjustment

Internal configuration

PCI Express card PCI Express card Locating slots for PCI Express card
position x 2 retaining screws plugs in base support bracket

To remove the PCI Express module, follow these steps:

1 Remove any cables attached to installed PCI Express expansion cards.

2 Unplug the flexible riser connection to the ANTARES SBC.

Take care to pull on the plug-in connector rather than the flexible cable. Connected peripheral devices,
or software could be damaged if the warnings are not carefully followed.

3 Disconnect the tamper detect cable from front panel breakout board assembly.

The PCI Express module is retained in the enclosure by formed lugs on the base, and one
retaining screw.

4 Unscrew the retainer and slide the PCI Express Module back to clear the lugs on the base, and lift

out.

Be careful of the tamper detect switch and cable when the PCI Express module is removed.

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To fit a PCI Express card, follow these steps:

1 Remove the blanking plate.

2 Plug the card into the riser.

3 Adjust and fix the support bracket to suit.

4 Tighten the retaining screw.

To re-fit the PCI Express Module, reverse the above procedure.

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Internal configuration

Tamper detect switch

The tamper detect feature is triggered by the opening and closing of the lid. It is affected by a switch
mounted on the PCI Express module:

Tamper detect
switch

A tamper detection input is included within the real time clock circuitry of the ANTARES that operates
in all power modes. The status of the tamper detection bit is battery backed in static RAM. Using a
normally open switch, a tamper is detected when the switch contacts close.

The BIOS security setup screen provides two options for enabling a case open warning. It also
provides a secure chassis mode that requires the supervisor password to be entered and the chassis
intrusion detection to be disabled before the board will boot to an operating system. Both options are
disabled by default; refer to the ANTARES user manual for details.

Pin Signal name

1 +12V

2 Ground

3 TPB0-

4 TPB0+

5 TPA0-

6 TPA0+

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Dimensions

The unit complies with standard (IEC 60297 and IEC 60917) 19" Rack Mounting dimensions and fits
into a standard rack cabinet.

The rear of the unit must be supported when rack mounted.

Weight

The weight of the unit depends on the configuration used and the optional items chosen when
ordering. The unit nominal weight is approximately 6kg (13.2lbs).

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EMC conformity

EMC

The European Directive 89/336/EEC, on Electro-magnetic Compatibility (EMC), requires that,
generated electro-magnetic disturbance must, be in accordance with European Harmonized
Standards, for Electro-Magnetic Emissions and Immunity.

Generic emissions and immunity standards

Emissions: EN55022:

• Conducted Emissions EN55022, A1, A2 Class B

• Radiated Emissions EN55022, A1, A2 Class B

Immunity: EN55024:

EMC conformity

• Electrostatic Discharge Immunity EN61000-4-2

• Radiated RF Immunity EN61000-4-3

• Transient Immunity EN61000-4-4

• Surges EN61000-4-5

• Conducted Immunity EN61000-4-6

• AC Voltage Dips EN61000-4-11

• Mains Harmonics EN61000-3-2

FCC Verification:

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 commercial environment. This equipment generates, uses,
and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instruction
manual, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. Operation of this equipment in a
residential area is likely to cause harmful interference in which case the user will be required to correct the
interference at their own expense.

Part 15B, Class B

Mobile communication

Complies with the Radio and Telecommunications Terminal Equipment Directive 1999/5/EC.

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Shock and vibration

Shock test

In accordance with MIL-STD-810F, Method 516.5:

Pulse Shape: Terminal Peak Sawtooth.

Peak Acceleration: 40g.

Pulse Duration: 11ms.

No. of shocks: 3 in each direction of 3 mutually perpendicular axes.

Random vibration test

In accordance with MIL-STD-810F, Method 514.5, Category 20, Figure 514.5C-1:

Frequency Range: 10Hz to 500Hz.

Severity: 1.04g (vertical axis).

0.204g (transverse axis).

0.74g (longitudinal axis).

Duration: 2 hours in each axis.

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