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Disclaimer
Kontron would like to point out that the information contained in this user guide may be subject to alteration,
particularly as a result of the constant upgrading of Kontron products. This document does not entail any guarantee
on the part of Kontron with respect to technical processes described in the user guide or any product characteristics
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unless otherwise specified. Applications that are described in this user guide are for illustration purposes only.
Kontron makes no representation or warranty that such application will be suitable for the specified use without
further testing or modification. Kontron expressly informs the user that this user guide only contains a general
description of processes and instructions which may not be applicable in every individual case. In cases of doubt,
please contact Kontron.
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and thus this user guide only reflects the technical status of the products by Kontron at the time of publishing.
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Intended Use
THIS DEVICE AND ASSOCIATED SOFTWARE ARE NOT DESIGNED, MANUFACTURED OR INTENDED FOR USE
OR RESALE FOR THE OPERATION OF NUCLEAR FACILITIES, THE NAVIGATION, CONTROL OR
COMMUNICATION SYSTEMS FOR AIRCRAFT OR OTHER TRANSPORTATION, AIR TRAFFIC CONTROL, LIFE
SUPPORT OR LIFE SUSTAINING APPLICATIONS, WEAPONS SYSTEMS, OR ANY OTHER APPLICATION IN A
HAZARDOUS ENVIRONMENT, OR REQUIRING FAIL-SAFE PERFORMANCE, OR IN WHICH THE FAILURE OF
PRODUCTS COULD LEAD DIRECTLY TO DEATH, PERSONAL INJURY, OR SEVERE PHYSICAL OR
ENVIRONMENTAL DAMAGE (COLLECTIVELY, "HIGH RISK APPLICATIONS").
You understand and agree that your use of Kontron devices as a component in High Risk Applications is entirely at
your risk. To minimize the risks associated with your products and applications, you should provide adequate design
and operating safeguards. You are solely responsible for compliance with all legal, regulatory, safety, and security
related requirements concerning your products. You are responsible to ensure that your systems (and any Kontron
hardware or software components incorporated in your systems) meet all applicable requirements. Unless otherwise
stated in the product documentation, the Kontron device is not provided with error-tolerance capabilities and cannot
therefore be deemed as being engineered, manufactured or setup to be compliant for implementation or for resale as
device in High Risk Applications. All application and safety related information in this document (including application
descriptions, suggested safety measures, suggested Kontron products, and other materials) is provided for reference
only
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Revision Brief Description of Changes Date of Issue Author/
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Terms and Conditions
Kontron warrants products in accordance with defined regional warranty periods. For more information about
warranty compliance and conformity, and the warranty period in your region, visit http://www.kontron.com/termsand-conditions.
Kontron sells products worldwide and declares regional General Terms & Conditions of Sale, and Purchase Order
Terms & Conditions. Visit http://www.kontron.com/terms-and-conditions
For contact information, refer to the corporate offices contact information on the last page of this user guide or visit
our website CONTACT US.
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Customer Support
Find Kontron contacts by visiting: http://www.kontron.com/support.
Customer Service
As a trusted technology innovator and global solutions provider, Kontron extends its embedded market strengths into
a services portfolio allowing companies to break the barriers of traditional product lifecycles. Proven product
expertise coupled with collaborative and highly-experienced support enables Kontron to provide exceptional peace of
mind to build and maintain successful products.
For more details on Kontron’s service offerings such as: enhanced repair services, extended warranty, Kontron
training academy, and more visit http://www.kontron.com/support-and-services/services
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Customer Comments
If you have any difficulties using this user guide, discover an error, or just want to provide some feedback, contact
Kontron support
revised user guide on our website.
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Symbols
V) when touching
and/or
prescribed by the law may endanger your life/health and/or result in damage to your
This symbol and title inform that the electronic boards and their components are sensitive
therefore be taken during all handling operations and
The following symbols may be used in this user guide
DANGER indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided,
will result in death or serious injury.
WARNING indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided,
could result in death or serious injury.
NOTICE indicates a property damage message.
CAUTION indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided,
may result in minor or moderate injury.
Electric Shock!
This symbol and title warn of hazards due to electrical shocks (> 60
products or parts of products. Failure to observe the precautions indicated
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material.
ESD Sensitive Device!
to static electricity. Care must
inspections of this product in order to ensure product integrity at all times.
HOT Surface!
Do NOT touch! Allow to cool before servicing.
Laser!
This symbol inform of the risk of exposure to laser beam and light emitting devices (LEDs)
from an electrical device. Eye protection per manufacturer notice shall review before
servicing.
This symbol indicates general information about the product and the user guide.
This symbol also indicates detail information about the specific product configuration.
This symbol precedes helpful hints and tips for daily use.
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For Your Safety
Your new Kontron product was developed and tested carefully to provide all features necessary to ensure its
compliance with electrical safety requirements. It was also designed for a long fault-free life. However, the life
expectancy of your product can be drastically reduced by improper treatment during unpacking and installation.
Therefore, in the interest of your own safety and of the correct operation of your new Kontron product, you are
requested to conform with the following guidelines.
High Voltage Safety Instructions
As a precaution and in case of danger, the power connector must be easily accessible. The power connector is the
product’s main disconnect device.
Warning
All operations on this product must be carried out by sufficiently skilled personnel only.
Electric Shock!
Before installing a non hot-swappable Kontron product into a system always ensure that
your mains power is switched off. This also applies to the installation of piggybacks. Serious
electrical shock hazards can exist during all installation, repair, and maintenance operations
on this product. Therefore, always unplug the power cable and any other cables which
provide external voltages before performing any work on this product.
Earth ground connection to vehicle’s chassis or a central grounding point shall remain
connected. The earth ground cable shall be the last cable to be disconnected or the first
cable to be connected when performing installation or removal procedures on this product.
Special Handling and Unpacking Instruction
ESD Sensitive Device!
Electronic boards and their components are sensitive to static electricity. Therefore, care
must be taken during all handling operations and inspections of this product, in order to
ensure product integrity at all times.
Do not handle this product out of its protective enclosure while it is not used for operational purposes unless it is
otherwise protected.
Whenever possible, unpack or pack this product only at EOS/ESD safe work stations. Where a safe work station is not
guaranteed, it is important for the user to be electrically discharged before touching the product with his/her hands
or tools. This is most easily done by touching a metal part of your system housing.
It is particularly important to observe standard anti-static precautions when changing piggybacks, ROM devices,
jumper settings etc. If the product contains batteries for RTC or memory backup, ensure that the product is not placed
on conductive surfaces, including anti-static plastics or sponges. They can cause short circuits and damage the
batteries or conductive circuits on the product.
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Lithium Battery Precautions
If your product is equipped with a lithium battery, take the following precautions when replacing the battery.
Danger of explosion if the battery is replaced incorrectly.
Replace only with same or equivalent battery type recommended by the manufacturer.
Dispose of used batteries according to the manufacturer’s instructions.
General Instructions on Usage
In order to maintain Kontron’s product warranty, this product must not be altered or modified in any way. Changes or
modifications to the product, that are not explicitly approved by Kontron and described in this user guide or received
from Kontron Support as a special handling instruction, will void your warranty.
This product should only be installed in or connected to systems that fulfill all necessary technical and specific
environmental requirements. This also applies to the operational temperature range of the specific board version
that must not be exceeded. If batteries are present, their temperature restrictions must be taken into account.
In performing all necessary installation and application operations, only follow the instructions supplied by the
present user guide.
Keep all the original packaging material for future storage or warranty shipments. If it is necessary to store or ship
the product then re-pack it in the same manner as it was delivered.
Special care is necessary when handling or unpacking the product. See Special Handling and Unpacking Instruction.
Quality and Environmental Management
Kontron aims to deliver reliable high-end products designed and built for quality, and aims to complying with
environmental laws, regulations, and other environmentally oriented requirements. For more information regarding
Kontron’s quality and environmental responsibilities, visit http://www.kontron.com/about-kontron/corporateresponsibility/quality-management.
Disposal and Recycling
Kontron’s products are manufactured to satisfy environmental protection requirements where possible. Many of the
components used are capable of being recycled. Final disposal of this product after its service life must be
accomplished in accordance with applicable country, state, or local laws or regulations.
WEEE Compliance
The Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment (WEEE) Directive aims to:
Reduce waste arising from electrical and electronic equipment (EEE)
Make producers of EEE responsible for the environmental impact of their products, especially when the product
become waste
Encourage separate collection and subsequent treatment, reuse, recovery, recycling and sound environmental
disposal of EEE
Improve the environmental performance of all those involved during the lifecycle of EEE
Environmental protection is a high priority with Kontron.
Kontron follows the WEEE directive
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You are encouraged to return our products for proper disposal.
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Table of Contents
Symbols ................................................................................................................................................................................................................. 6
For Your Safety ................................................................................................................................................................................................... 7
High Voltage Safety Instructions .................................................................................................................................................................. 7
Special Handling and Unpacking Instruction ............................................................................................................................................ 7
Lithium Battery Precautions .......................................................................................................................................................................... 8
General Instructions on Usage ..................................................................................................................................................................... 8
Quality and Environmental Management ................................................................................................................................................ 8
Disposal and Recycling .................................................................................................................................................................................... 8
WEEE Compliance.............................................................................................................................................................................................. 8
Table of Contents............................................................................................................................................................................................... 9
List of Tables ..................................................................................................................................................................................................... 10
List of Figures ..................................................................................................................................................................................................... 11
1/ General Safety Instructions for IT Equipment ......................................................................................................................... 12
2/ Introduction ......................................................................................................................................................................................... 14
3/ Standards, Certifications and Directives ................................................................................................................................... 15
4/ Shipment and Unpacking ................................................................................................................................................................ 17
Packaging ..................................................................................................................................................................................................... 17 4.1.
Unpacking ................................................................................................................................................................................................... 17
Scope of Delivery ...................................................................................................................................................................................... 17
Accessories ................................................................................................................................................................................................ 17
Type Label and Product Identification............................................................................................................................................... 17 4.5.
5/
Product Overview .............................................................................................................................................................................. 19
Front Panel Views .................................................................................................................................................................................... 20 5.1.
5.1.1. Power Connector .................................................................................................................................................................................... 21
5.1.2. Protective Earth ...................................................................................................................................................................................... 21
5.1.3. Micro HDMI ............................................................................................................................................................................................... 21
5.1.4. Ethernet (LAN1, LAN2) .......................................................................................................................................................................... 21
5.1.5. USB 2.0 ....................................................................................................................................................................................................... 21
5.1.6. USB 2.0 OTG ............................................................................................................................................................................................. 21
5.1.7. Serial Ports & CAN ................................................................................................................................................................................. 21
5.1.8. GPIO Ports ................................................................................................................................................................................................ 21
Front View .................................................................................................................................................................................................. 22 5.2.
Rear View.................................................................................................................................................................................................... 23
Side Views .................................................................................................................................................................................................. 24
Top View ..................................................................................................................................................................................................... 25
6/
System Extension ............................................................................................................................................................................. 26
Storage ........................................................................................................................................................................................................ 26 6.1.
6.1.1. Micro SD Card Drive Bay ...................................................................................................................................................................... 26
Expansion ................................................................................................................................................................................................... 26 6.2.
7/
Accessing Components ................................................................................................................................................................... 27
Accessing External Components......................................................................................................................................................... 27 7.1.
7.1.1. Micro SD Card Drive Bay ...................................................................................................................................................................... 27
Accessing Internal Components ......................................................................................................................................................... 27 7.2.
7.2.1. Opening the Chassis ............................................................................................................................................................................. 27
8/ Thermal Considerations ................................................................................................................................................................. 28
Heatsink Plate ........................................................................................................................................................................................... 28 8.1.
4.2.
4.3.
4.4.
5.3.
5.4.
5.5.
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9/ Installation Instructions ................................................................................................................................................................. 29
DIN Rail Mounting .................................................................................................................................................................................... 29 9.1.
Power Connector ..................................................................................................................................................................................... 30
9.2.1. Wiring the DC Mating Power Connector ....................................................................................................................................... 30
10/ Starting Up............................................................................................................................................................................................ 31
Connecting to Power Supply ............................................................................................................................................................... 31 10.1.
Operating System (OS) and Drivers.................................................................................................................................................. 31
11/
Technical Data ................................................................................................................................................................................... 32
Block Diagram .......................................................................................................................................................................................... 32 11.1.
Technical Specification ......................................................................................................................................................................... 33
Mechanical Specification ..................................................................................................................................................................... 33
Power Specification ............................................................................................................................................................................... 35
11.4.1. Power Consumption ........................................................................................................................................................................... 35
11.4.2. Protective Earth ................................................................................................................................................................................... 35
11.4.3. Environmental Specification ........................................................................................................................................................... 35
12/ Connector, Socket and Jumper Pin Assignments .................................................................................................................. 36
Front Panel Connectors ........................................................................................................................................................................ 36 12.1.
Front Panel Connector Pin Assignments ....................................................................................................................................... 37
12.2.1. Input Power Connector (X3) ............................................................................................................................................................ 37
12.2.2. Micro HDMI Connector (X500) ....................................................................................................................................................... 37
12.2.3. ETH RJ45 Connectors (X600, X700) .............................................................................................................................................. 38
12.2.4. USB Port (X601) ................................................................................................................................................................................... 38
12.2.5. Serial Port Connector (X15) ............................................................................................................................................................. 38
12.2.6. Front Panel RS485/CAN Connector (X18) .................................................................................................................................. 39
12.2.7. Front Panel GPIO Connector (X19)................................................................................................................................................. 39
12.2.8. USB OTG Port (X4) .............................................................................................................................................................................. 39
13/ Technical Support ............................................................................................................................................................................. 40
Returning Defective Merchandise .................................................................................................................................................... 40 13.1.
14/
Storage, Transportation and Maintenance ............................................................................................................................. 42
Storage ....................................................................................................................................................................................................... 42 14.1.
Transportation ....................................................................................................................................................................................... 42
Maintenance ............................................................................................................................................................................................ 42
14.3.1. Replacing the Lithium Battery ........................................................................................................................................................ 42
15/ Warranty .............................................................................................................................................................................................. 43
Limitation/Exemption from Warranty Obligation ....................................................................................................................... 43 15.1.
16/
Disposal ................................................................................................................................................................................................ 44
Appendix A: List of Acronyms ..................................................................................................................................................................... 45
About Kontron .................................................................................................................................................................................................. 46
9.2.
10.2.
11.2.
11.3.
11.4.
12.2.
14.2.
14.3.
List of Tables
Table 1: Standards, Certifications and Directives Compliance .......................................................................................................... 15
Table 2: Scope of Delivery ............................................................................................................................................................................. 17
Table 3: Accessories ........................................................................................................................................................................................ 17
Table 4: Technical Specification ................................................................................................................................................................. 33
Table 5: Software Specification .................................................................................................................................................................. 33
Table 6: Mechanical Specification ............................................................................................................................................................. 33
Table 7: Power Specification ........................................................................................................................................................................ 35
Table 8: Power Consumption ...................................................................................................................................................................... 35
Table 9: Environmental Specification ....................................................................................................................................................... 35
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Table 10: Front Panel Connectors .............................................................................................................................................................. 36
Table 11: List of Acronyms (Example) ....................................................................................................................................................... 45
List of Figures
Figure 1: KBox A-330-RPI ............................................................................................................................................................................... 14
Figure 2: KBox A-330-RPI Type Label (Example) ................................................................................................................................... 17
Figure 3: KBox A-330-RPI Chassis Variants ............................................................................................................................................. 19
Figure 4: Front Panel View ........................................................................................................................................................................... 20
Figure 5:: Front View ...................................................................................................................................................................................... 22
Figure 6: Rear View ......................................................................................................................................................................................... 23
Figure 7: Side Views ........................................................................................................................................................................................ 24
Figure 8: Top and Bottom Views ................................................................................................................................................................ 25
Figure 10: Phoenix Power Mating Connector ......................................................................................................................................... 30
Figure 11: Block Diagram ................................................................................................................................................................................ 32
Figure 12: Dimensions (Measurements in mm) ..................................................................................................................................... 34
Figure 16: Front Panel Connectors ............................................................................................................................................................. 36
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1/ General Safety Instructions for IT Equipment
Please read this chapter carefully and take careful note of the instructions, that have been
compiled for your safety and to ensure to apply in accordance with intended regulations. If
the following general safety instructions are not observed, it could lead to injuries to the
The product has been built and tested according to the basic safety requirements for low voltage (LVD) applications
and has left the manufacturer in safety-related, flawless condition. To maintain this condition and also to ensure safe
operation, the operator must not only observe the correct operating conditions for the product but also the following
general safety instructions:
The product must be used as specified in the product documentation, in which the instructions for safety for the
product and for the operator are described. These contain guidelines for setting up, installation and assembly,
maintenance, transport, and storage.
The on-site electrical installation must meet the requirements of the country's specific local regulations.
If a power cable comes with the product, only this cable should be used. Do not use an extension cable to connect
the product.
To guarantee that sufficient air circulation is available to cool the product, ensure that if the product has
ventilation openings the openings are not covered or blocked. If an air filter is provided, this should be cleaned
regularly. Additionally, make sure the system is well ventilated by observing if heat-dissipating elements are
covered/obstructed by objects as this can cause a build-up of heat and stop heat from being dispersed into the
ambient environment.
Do not place the system close to heat sources or damp places.
Only products or parts which fulfill the requirements of SELV circuits (Safety Extra Low Voltage) as stipulated by
IEC 60950-1 may be connected to the available interfaces.
operator and/or damage of the product; in cases of non-observance of the instructions
Kontron is exempt from accident liability, this also applies during the warranty period.
Before opening the product, make sure that the product is disconnected from the mains. Complete disconnection
is only possible if the power cable is disconnected and removed. Ensure that there is free and easy access to
enable disconnection.
If the product is opened for the insertion or removal of expansion devices (depending on the configuration of the
system), this may only be carried out by qualified persons.
If extensions are made to the product, the following must be observed:
All effective legal regulations and all technical data for the expansion devices are adhered to.
The power consumption of any expansion devices does not exceed the specified limitations.
The current consumption of the system does not exceed the value stated on the product label.
Only original accessories that have been approved by Kontron can be used.
Please note: safe operation is no longer possible when any of the following applies:
Damage is visible.
The device no longer functions.
In these cases, the device must be switched off and it must be ensured that the device can no longer be operated.
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Additional Safety Instructions for DC Power Supply Circuits
To guarantee safe operation of products with DC power supply voltages larger than 60 volts DC or a power
consumption larger than 240 VA, please observe that:
The product is set up, installed and operated in a room or enclosure marked with “RESTRICTED ACCESS”, if
there are no safety messages on product as safety signs and labels on the product itself.
No cables or parts without insulation in electrical circuits with dangerous voltage or power should be
touched directly or indirectly
A reliable protective earthing connection is provided
A suitable, easily accessible disconnecting product is used in the application (e.g. overcurrent protective
product), if the product itself is not disconnectable
A disconnect product, if provided in or as part of the equipment, shall disconnect both poles simultaneously
Interconnecting power circuits of different products cause no electrical hazards
A sufficient dimensioning of the power cable wires must be selected – according to the maximum electrical
specifications on the product label – as stipulated by EN60950-1 or VDE0100 or EN60204 or UL508 regulations.
The product does not generally fulfill the requirements for "centralized DC power systems“ (UL 60950-1, Annex
NAB; D2) and therefore may not be connected to such products!
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2/ Introduction
This user guide describes the KBox A-330-RPI. New users are recommended to study the installation instructions
within this user guide before switching on the power.
Kontron’s KBox A-330-RPI is developed specifically for control cabinet applications with flexible DIN rail mounting
positions for use when space is limited. The fanless design ensures a significantly prolonged lifespan and high
system availability.
The KBox A-330-RPI is an industrial grade box PC based on the Raspberry Pi Computer Module CM3+ with Quad Core
processor designed for use in demanding applications. Due to the varied amount of onboard interfaces such as dual
fast Ethernet, USB 2.0, micro HDMI, digital IO and serial ports, the KBox A-330-RPI enables connectivity for nearly all
applications and supports besides the on board eMMC memory , expandability via SD cards.
General features are:
Broadcom® BCM2837B0 Arm®-A53 quad core processor
1 GB GB RAM with DDR2L soldered memory
4GB memory storage via soldered eMMC
External SD drive slot
External Interfaces 1x micro HDMI, 2x Fast Ethernet, 2x USB 2.0, 1x RS232, 1x RS485 and 1x CAN
Fanless passive cooling
The KBox A-330-RPI is intended for 24/7 continuous operation and longtime industrial applications. All components
are selected to ensure a long lifetime.
Figure 1: KBox A-330-RPI
The KBox A-330-RPI is factory configured to meet customer requirements. Kontron does not
recommend opening the system as this may cause damage to internal components.
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3/ Standards, Certifications and Directives
The KBox A-330-RPI is currently in test and aims to comply with the requirements of the following standards.
If the user modifies the product, prerequisites for specific approvals such as CE conformity
Table 1: Standards, Certifications and Directives Compliance
declaration (safety requirements) may no longer apply.
CE-Mark
Compliant
with EU
Directives
EMC
2014/30/EU
Emission
EMC
2014/30/EU
Immunity
EMC
2014/53/EU
EMC
2014/53/EU
RF Spectrum
Efficiency &
Spurious
Emission
2014/53/EU
EMC
CFR 47 Part
15, Subpart B
Safety
2014/35/EU
Safety and
Health
2014/35/EU
Electromagnetic Compatibility Directive 2014/30/EU
Low Voltage Directive 2014/35/EU
Radio Equipment Directive
(RED)
RoHS II Directive 2011/65/EU
CISPR 11
EN 55011
EN 61000-6-2 Electromagnetic compatibility (EMC), part 6-2: Generic
EN 301 489-1 V2.2.0 Electro-Magnetic Compatibility (EMC) standard for radio
EN 301 489-17 V3.1.1
EN 300 328 V2.1.1 Wideband transmission systems; Data transmission
ANSI C63.4
CISPR 16
ICES-003
IEC 61010-1
EN 61010-1
UL 61010-1
IEC 61010-2-201
EN 61010-2-201
UL 61010-2-201
EN 62311 Assessment of the compliance of low power electronic and
Electro-Magnetic Compatibility (EMC) standard for radio
Directive 2014/53/EU
Industrial, scientific and medical equipment - Radio-frequency
disturbance characteristics - Limits and methods of
measurement
standards- Immunity for industrial environment
equipment and services; Part 1: Common technical
requirements; Harmonized Standard covering the essential
requirements of article 3.1(b) of Directive 2014/53/EU and the
essential requirements of article 6 of Directive 2014/30/EU
equipment and services; Part 17: Specific conditions for
Broadband Data Transmission Systems; Harmonized Standard
covering the essential requirements of article 3.1(b) of
Directive 2014/53/EU
equipment operating in the 2,4 GHz ISM band and using wide
band modulation techniques; Harmonized Standard covering
the essential requirements of article 3.2 of Directive
2014/53/EU
The American National Standards Institute standard ANSI
C63.4 is the key standard for measuring electrical and
electronic equipment for showing compliance to FCC and
Industry Canada regulations.
Safety requirements for electrical equipment for
measurement, control and laboratory use - Part 1: General
requirements
Safety requirements for electrical equipment for
measurement, control and laboratory use - Part 2-201:
Particular requirements for control equipment
electrical equipment with the basic restrictions related to
human exposure to electromagnetic fields (10 MHz to
300 GHz)
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WEEE
2002/96/EC
Waste Electrical and
Electronic Equipment
Directive (WEEE Directive)
Compliant with the Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment
(WEEE) directive to reduce waste of electrical and electronic
equipment, encourage recycling and environmental disposal
and increase the environmental awareness of producers
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1. Product name (KBox A-330-RPI)
4/ Shipment and Unpacking
Packaging 4.1.
All parts are delivered together in a product specific cardboard package designed to provide adequate protection and
absorb shock. Kontron recommends keeping the packaging to store or transport the product.
Unpacking 4.2.
Proceed as follows to unpack the unit:
1.
Remove packaging.
2.
Do not discard the original packaging. Keep packaging for future relocation or storage.
3.
Check the delivery for completeness by comparing it with the original order.
4.
Keep the associated paperwork. It contains important information for handling the unit.
5.
Check the contents for visible shipping damage.
6.
If you notice any shipping damage or inconsistencies between the contents and the original order, contact
Kontron for help and information.
Scope of Delivery 4.3.
Check that your delivery is complete, and contains the items listed below. If you discover damaged or missing items,
contact your dealer.
Table 2: Scope of Delivery
Delivered Item Description
KBox A-330-RPI Corresponding to the ordered product configuration
Accessories 4.4.
Table 3: Accessories
Part Part Description
Power Supply External power supply 230AC to 24VDC
Power Cord 230 V power Cord
Power mating connector Phoenix Contact FMC 1,5/ 2-ST-3,5 BK
RS232/RS485/ CAN / GPIO
mating connector
Type Label and Product Identification 4.5.
The type label is position on contains the following information.
Figure 2: KBox A-330-RPI Type Label (Example)
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Phoenix Contact DFMC 0,5/ 4-ST-2,54
1
2. Model number with barcode
2
3
3. Serial Number (S/N) with barcode
4. For internal product use
5. Certification information
6. Technical data
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5/ Product Overview
Before working with the KBox A-330-RPI, Kontron recommends that users take a few minutes to learn about the
various parts of the KBox A-330-RPI.
The KBox A-330-RPI is flexible industrial grade box computer fanless device designed for use in demanding
applications requiring a flexible rapid rail attachment solution. Based on the Raspberry Pi Computer Module CM3+ the
KBox A-330-RPI features long-term availability and supports a varied amount of onboard interfaces to enable
connectivity to nearly all applications. An SD card socket supports memory expansion for flexible data storage.
All variants are available in a robust steel chassis, designed for operation in a DIN rail environment using a vertical
orientation.
Figure 3: KBox A-330-RPI Chassis Variants
The KBox A-330-RPI is designed for operation in a DIN rail environment using a vertical
orientation or horizontally as desktop version.
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Front Panel Views 5.1.
The front panel includes most of the I/O connectors.
Figure 4: Front Panel View
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9
7
6
5
4
3
1
1 Power connector
2 2x USB 3.0
3 2x LAN Connector
4 RS232 Serial Port
5 RS485 or CAN port
2
6 GPIO
7 USB OTG
8 SD card
9 Micro HDMI
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5.1.1. Power Connector
There is one 2-pin power connector on the front panel supporting an input DC voltage range of 9 VDC to
32 VDC, see Figure 4 (pos.1). The mating connector required to connect the power connector to a DC main power
source is not supplied with the KBox A-330-RPI. For information on how to connect the supplied mating connector to
the front panel input power connector, refer to Chapter 9.2.1: Wiring the DC Mating Power Connector.
For the pin assignment of the Input power connector, refer to Chapter 12.2.1: Input Power Connector.
5.1.2. Protective Earth
The GND pin of the power connector is connected to protective ground of the electronics and also to the metal
housing of the KBox A-330-RPI.
5.1.3. Micro HDMI
There is one micro HDMI 1.4 interface (1920 x1080 pixel resolution), for video/audio solutions, see Figure 4 (pos.9).
For the pin assignment of the HDMI connector, refer to Chapter 12.2.2: Micro HDMI Connector.
5.1.4. Ethernet (LAN1, LAN2)
There are two LAN ports both supporting 10/100 Mbit Ethernet, see Figure 4 (pos.3).
For the pin assignment of the RJ45 Ethernet connectors, refer to Chapter 12.2.3: ETH RJ45 Connectors (X600, X700).
5.1.5. USB 2.0
There are two USB 2.0 ports allowing for the connection of a USB 2.0 compatible devices, see Figure 4 (pos.2).
For the pin assignment of the USB 3.0 connector, refer to Chapter 12.2.4: USB Port.
5.1.6. USB 2.0 OTG
There is a single USB 2.0 OTG port allowing for the USB client connection to a USB 2.0 compatible master device, see
Figure 4 (pos.7).
For the pin assignment of the USB OTG connector, refer to Chapter 12.2.4: USB Port.
5.1.7. Serial Ports & CAN
There is a single serial port supporting RS232 RX/TX, see Figure 4 (pos.4).
The RS485 port Figure 4 (pos. 5) contains also the wiring for CAN.
For the pin assignment of the serial port connectors, refer to Chapter 12.2.5: Serial Port Connector
5.1.8. GPIO Ports
There is a four port GPIO interface available on the front panel of the KBox A-330-RPI, see Figure 4 (pos.6).
The voltage level is 24VDC nominally. It can be used as output (24VDC out – high side drivers) or direct input with
24VDC.
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Front View 5.2.
Figure 5:: Front View
Power Input
2x USB Type A
ETH
ETH
RS232
RS485/CAN
GPIO
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Rear View 5.3.
Figure 6: Rear View
DIN rail clamp screw
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Side Views 5.4.
Figure 7: Side Views
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Micro SD Card socket
USB OTG
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Top View 5.5.
Figure 8: Top and Bottom Views
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6/ System Extension
The KBox A-330-RPI is factory configured to meet customer requirements. Kontron does not
recommend opening the system s as this may cause damage to internal components.
Storage 6.1.
Pay attention to the manufacturer’s lifespan specification. Due to the limited lifespan of
6.1.1. Micro SD Card Drive Bay
To expand storage memory a micro SD Card can be used. Before installing or removing an existing Micro SD card,
refer to Chapter 7.1: Accessing External Components.
SDCards/SSD drives Kontron recommends checking the condition regularly.
Expansion 6.2.
There is no expansion capability of the KBox A-330-RPI except external USB devices.
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7/ Accessing Components
This chapter contains important information that users must read before accessing components. Follow these
procedures properly when accessing or installing component to extend the system.
The KBox A-330-RPI is factory configured to meet customer requirements. Kontron does not
recommend opening the system as this may cause damage to internal components.
The installation/removal of system components may only be performed by a qualified
persons. Observe the “General Safety Instructions for IT-Equipment” and the “installation
instructions” contained within this user guide.
ESD Sensitive
Follow the safety instructions for components that are sensitive to electrostatic discharge
(ESD). Failure to observe this warning notice may result in damage to the product or/and
internal components.
Because of the limited predetermined lifespan of expansion devices, Kontron recommends
checking the condition of installed expansion devices regularly and to pay attention to the
manufacturer specifications for lifespan.
Accessing External Components 7.1.
7.1.1. Micro SD Card Drive Bay
The KBox A-330-RPI supports a removable micro SD card
To remove/install a removable micro SD cards, perform the following steps:
1.
Press the micro SD card on the right hand side of the KBox A-330-RPI, to remove an micro SD card from the drive
bay.
2.
The micro SD card automatically slides out a bit for removal.
3.
Slide in the micro SD card, if needed. Take care of the correct position.
Accessing Internal Components 7.2.
7.2.1. Opening the Chassis
The KBox A-330-RPI is factory configured to meet customer requirements. Kontron does not
recommend opening the system as this may cause damage to internal components.
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8/ Thermal Considerations
Hot Surface - heatsink
Danger of burns. Heatsink can get very hot. To avoid burns and personal Injury:
• Do not touch the heatsink when the product is in operation
• Allow the product to cool before handling
• Wear protective gloves
• Always turn the product off when not in use
Heatsink Plate 8.1.
The KBox A-330-RPI is a fanless and passively cooled. When mounting the KBox A-330-RPI in a DIN rail enclosure or
housing take care not to obstruct the airflow over the chassis, as this stops sufficient heat dispersing into the
ambient environment and causes a build-up of heat.
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9/ Installation Instructions
DIN Rail Mounting 9.1.
The KBox A-330-RPI is a rail mount PC box designed for use in a DIN rail enclosure or housing by attaching a DIN rail
mounting clamp. The DIN rail mounting clamp can be attached on the rear side of the chassis.
To attach the DIN Rail mounting clamp, follow the steps below:
1.
Make sure that the DIN Rail Mounting clamp is in the upright position.
2.
Clip the top of the DIN rail clamp in to the DIN rail and push the bottom of the DIN rail firmly until it clamps on to
the bottom of the DIN rail.
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Power Connector 9.2.
The KBox A-330-RPI is connected by the input power connector on the front panel to a DC power source via a DC
power supply wiring consisting of the power mating connector (Phoenix Contact FMC 1,5/ 2-ST-3,5 BK) delivered with
the KBox A-330-RPI and the assembled wires. For information on how to wire the connector, see Chapter 9.2.1:Wiring
the DC Mating Power Connector.
Figure 9: Phoenix Power Mating Connector
2
1
1 Location for inserting the 24 V wire
2 Location for inserting the 0 V wire
9.2.1. Wiring the DC Mating Power Connector
To wire the supplied Phoenix Contact FMC 1,5/ 2-ST-3,5 BK power mating connector, following the step below.
1.
Cut two (1 mm
2.
Twist the striped wire-ends and provide them with ferrules.
3.
Press the contact levers of the power mating connector down - far enough so that you can insert the end of the
prepared wires.
4.
Insert the wires into the corresponding clamp of the power mating connector. Make sure that you have the right
polarity of the connection. For the pin assignment of the input power connector, refer to Chapter 12.2.1: Input
Power Connector].
2
) AWG18 isolated wires to the required length and strip each end 5 mm – 7 mm.
The wires used for power connections must be clearly marked (+/-/functional earth) to
ensure proper connection to the front panel input power connector and to the main power
source. In addition, the cables must have some form of support to minimize the strain on the
unit’s connectors.
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10/ Starting Up
Before using the system, become familiar with the system components and follow the startup instructions below.
Connecting to Power Supply 10.1.
The KBox A-330-RPI connects to a DC main power supply via a Phoenix Contact input power connector on the front
panel and corresponding power cable.
When starting the KBox A-330-RPI, the functional earth connection must always be made
first and disconnected last. Kontron recommended that the last connections attached to the
To start the KBox A-330-RPI, follow the steps below:
system should be the power cable. Following a proper cabling procedure will prevent a false
power-on condition, which could result in an operational failure.
The KBox KBox A-330-RPI must be connected to a DC mains power supply complying with
the SELV (Safety Extra Low Voltage) requirements of EN 60950-1 standard. It must be
observed that wiring and short-circuit/overcurrent protection is performed according to the
applicable standards, regulations and respect to the electrical specification of the KBox A330-RPI. The disconnecting device (fuse/circuit breaker) rating must be in accordance with
the KBox A-330-RPI’s wire cross-section.
1.
Ensure that the DC power source is switched off via a disconnecting device (circuit breaker), in order to ensure
that no power is flowing from the external DC power source during the connection procedure.
2.
Connect the power connector with wiring (refer to Chapter 9.2: Power Connector and Chapter 9.2.1: Wiring the DC
Mating Power Connector) to the Input power connector located on the front panel, see Figure 4: Front Panel (pos.
1). Pay attention to the polarity of the connections. For more information on the input power connector’s polarity,
see Chapter 12.2.1: Input Power Connector.
3.
Connect the DC power cable’s other end to the DC main power supply.
4.
Switch on the disconnecting device (circuit breaker) in order to apply voltage to the KBox A-330-RPI.
Do not disconnect the power from KBox A-330-RPI while KBox A-330-RPI is powered up!
Performing a forced shutdown can lead to loss of data or other undesirable effects!
Operating System (OS) and Drivers 10.2.
The standard KBox A-330-RPI is fully operational when switched on for the first time with pre-installed OS and
drivers. Drivers are available from Kontron’s EMD customer section.
If ordered without pre-installed OS, before starting the KBox A-330-RPI the operating system and the appropriate
drivers need to be installed for the ordered system configuration.
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11/ Technical Data
Block Diagram 11.1.
Figure 10: Block Diagram
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Technical Specification 11.2.
The KBox A-330-RPI implements the following mainboard technical specification.
Table 4: Technical Specification
Processor Broadcom BCM 2837
Quad Core, 1.2GHz
System Memory 1GB LPDDR2
Storage 4GB eMMC
16 Kit FRAM
2Micro SD card socket
Interfaces 2x USB 2.0, USB A
1x USB 2.0 OTG, micro USB B
2x LAN (10/100 Mb/s), RJ45
1x micro HDMI
2x COM ( RS 232, RS485 )
1x CAN
4x Digital IO (24VDC)
Expansion Sockets 1x micro SD card socket
Power 24VDC (9 VDC - 32 VDC) Input
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Table 5: Software Specification
Operating System (OS) Raspbian
Mechanical Specification 11.3.
Table 6: Mechanical Specification
Dimensions KBox A-330-RPI
Width 110 mm (4.33”)
Depth 76 mm (13”)
Height 25 mm (1”)
Weight (chassis only) Approx. ~0,3 kg (~0,66 lbs.)
Construction Stainless Steel chassis
Mounting DIN Rail
Color Stainless Steel
For more detailed mechanical information, refer to the outline dimensions drawings within this chapter. Each
dimension drawing shows the main external mechanical features such as the position and size of mounting holes for
the DIN rail mounting clamp.
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The following outline dimensions drawings shows the main external mechanical features for the KBox A-330-RPI.
Figure 11: Dimensions (Measurements in mm)
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Power Specification 11.4.
The KBox A-330-RPI is powered by a 2-pin Input power connector on the front panel and has no internal power
supply. The standard input voltage of 24 V DC is converted internally to supply all other required voltages.
Hot Plugging the power supply is not supported. Hot plugging might damage the board.
Table 7: Power Specification
Nominal Input Voltage 24 V DC
Input Voltage Range 12 V DC to 36 V DC
Input Power Mating Connector 2-pin Phoenix Contact FMC 1,5/ 2-ST-3,5 BK
11.4.1. Power Consumption
The power consumption of the KBox A-330-RPI depends on the implemented mainboard capacity and external
interfaces, for more information see Table 8: Power Consumption.
Table 8: Power Consumption
Power Consumption
Mainboard (Burn-In) External Interfaces Total
100% RAM
100% CPU
100% Disk
tbd tbd tbd Power tbd
2x Ethernet
2x USB 3.0
1x HDMI
Mainboard +
External Interfaces
Voltage
Current tbd
Type Label Rating
32 V to 9 V (Max. range)
11.4.2. Protective Earth
There is no protective earth stud bolt on the front panel connected to the chassis GND inside the system. Protected
Earth is directly attached to the housing and electronic ground.
11.4.3. Environmental Specification
Table 9: Environmental Specification
Temperature (Operating) 0°C - 55°C ambient
Relative Humidity (Operating)
10%-90% RH @ 39°C, non condensing
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12/ Connector, Socket and Jumper Pin Assignments
Before changing any hardware settings read this chapter carefully. This chapter provided information regarding
relevant connectors, sockets and jumpers.
Front Panel Connectors 12.1.
Figure 12: Front Panel Connectors
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Table 10: Front Panel Connectors
Item Label Function See Chapter
1 X3 DC Power connector (2-pin Phoenix Contact) 12.2.1
2 X500 (rear) Micro HDMI connector 12.2.2
3 X600 10/100 MBit/s LAN1 RJ-45 connector 12.2.3
4 X700 10/100 MBit/s LAN2 RJ-45 connector
5 X601 USB2.0 Port 0 / 1 connectors (upper / lower) 12.2.4
6 X15
7 X18 RS485 / CAN connector 12.2.6
8 X19 GPIO connector 12.2.7
9 X4 (side) USB OTG 12.2.8
1
5
RS232 connector 12.2.5
2
3
4
6
7
8
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Front Panel Connector Pin Assignments 12.2.
12.2.1. Input Power Connector (X3)
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2-Pin Power Mating Connector Pin
Phoenix Contact Connector
FMC 1,5/ 2-ST-3,5 BK
1 (+),
2 (-)
12.2.2. Micro HDMI Connector (X500)
Micro HDMI Pin Signal Name
3 TMDS Data2+
4 TMDS Data2 GND
5 TMDS Data2-
6 TMDS Data1 +
7 TMDS Data1 GND
8 TMDS Data1-
9 TMDS Data0+
10 TMDS Data0 GND
11 TMDS Data0-
12 TMDS Clock+
13 TMDS Clock GND
14 TMDS Clock-
15 CEC
2 Reserved
17 DDC_CLK
18 DDC_DATA
16 DDC_GND
19 +5V Power
1 Hot Plug Detect
Signal Name
1 VCC
2 GND
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12.2.3. ETH RJ45 Connectors (X600, X700)
RJ45 (female) Pin Signal Name Pin Signal Name
1 TX1+ 5 TX3-
2 TX1- 6 TX2-
3 TX2+ 7 TX4+
Left LED: Activity / Link Right LED: Activity 10/100
Off NO LAN connectivity Off 10 Mbit
Yellow Link Green 100 Mbit
Blinking Activity
4 TX3+ 8 TX4+
12.2.4. USB Port (X601)
USB 2.0 Port Pin Signal Name Pin Signal Name
1
2 Dat- 6 USB_RX+
3 Date+ 7 GND
4 GND 8 USB_TX-
9 USB_TX+
+USB_VCC
(1)
5 USB_RX-
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12.2.5. Serial Port Connector (X15)
Serial Port Pin RS232
Phoenix Contact
DFMC 0,5/ 4-ST-2,54
1 +24VDC
2 GND
3 TxD
4 RxD
5 NC
6 NC
7 +5VDC
8 GND
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12.2.6. Front Panel RS485/CAN Connector (X18)
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Phoenix Contact
DFMC 0,5/ 4-ST-2,54
1 +24VDC
2 GND
3 RS485 A
4 CAN H
5 RS485 B
6 CAN L
7 +5VDC
8 GND
12.2.7. Front Panel GPIO Connector (X19)
Pin Signal Name Pin Signal Name
Dout1 / Din1
1
Dout Imax=800mA
Dout2 / Din2
3
Dout Imax=800mA
Dout3 / Din3
5
Dout Imax=800mA
2 GND
4 GND
6 GND
8 GND
Dout4 / Din4
7
Phoenix Contact DFMC
0,5/ 4-ST-2,54
Dout Imax=800mA
12.2.8. USB OTG Port (X4)
Micro USB Port Pin Signal Name Pin Signal Name
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1
2 Dat- 6 USB_RX+
3 Date+ 7 GND
4 GND 8 USB_TX-
9 USB_TX+
+USB_VCC
(1)
5 USB_RX-
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13/ Technical Support
For information on how to receive technical support, visit Kontron Support (http://www.kontron.com/support).
To request support via e-mail, report documentation errors, or general customer feedback, use Kontron’s Contact
Support Request Form by visiting:
http://www.kontron.com/about-kontron/company-overview/contact-us/forms/contact-support
In case the request form does not work or you do not get a response within 48 hours, send a follow up email to
support@kontron.com
Make sure you have the following product identification information on hand when you call:
Product name,
Product model number
Serial number (SN) of the unit
Be ready to explain the nature of your problem to the service technician.
The serial number can be found on the type label on the system.
Returning Defective Merchandise 13.1.
All equipment returned to Kontron must have a Return of Material Authorization (RMA) number assigned exclusively
by Kontron. Kontron cannot be held responsible for any loss or damage caused to the equipment received without an
RMA number. The buyer accepts responsibility for all freight charges for the return of goods to Kontron's designated
facility. Kontron will pay the return freight charges back to the buyer's location in the event that the equipment is
repaired or replaced within the stipulated warranty period. Follow these steps before returning any product to
Kontron.
1. Visit the RMA Information website:
Kontron’s RMA Information website can be found at:
Download the RMA Request sheet for Kontron Europe GmbH - Augsburg and fill out the form. Take care to include
a short detailed description of the observed problem or failure and to include the product identification (product
name, material number and serial-number). If more than one product is sent in a delivery. Fill out the above
information in the RMA Request form for each product.
2. Send the completed RMA-sheet to the given fax- or email-address at Kontron Europe GmbH. Kontron Europe
GmbH will provide an RMA-Number within one business day.
3. The goods for repair shall be packed properly for shipping, considering shock- and ESD-protection.
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http://www.kontron.com/support-and-services/support/rma-information
Goods returned to Kontron Europe GmbH in non-proper packaging are considered as
customer caused faults and cannot be accepted as warranty repairs.
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4. Add the RMA-sheet to the relevant delivery address and include the RMA-No with the shipping paperwork.
Sent the product to the following delivery address:
Kontron Europe GmbH
RMA Support
Lise-Meitner-Str. 3-5
86156 Augsburg
Germany
Phone: +49 (0) 821 4086-0
Fax: +49 (0) 821 4086 111
Email: service@kontron.com
5. After Kontron Europe GmbH receives the product, a confirmation of the order is sent via email to the address
named on the RMA sheet.
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14/ Storage, Transportation and Maintenance
Storage 14.1.
If the product is not in use for an extended period time, disconnect the power plug from the AC outlet .If it is necessary
to store the product then re-pack the product as originally delivered to avoid damage. The storage facility must meet
the products environmental requirements as stated within this user guide. Kontron recommends keeping the original
packaging material for future storage or warranty shipments.
Transportation 14.2.
To ship the product use the original packaging, designed to withstand impact and adequately protect the product.
When packing or unpacking products always take shock and ESD protection into consideration and use an EOS/ESD
safe working area.
Maintenance 14.3.
Maintenance or repair on the open product may only be carried out by qualified personnel authorized by Kontron.
Cleaning
For light soiling, clean the product with a dry cloth.
Carefully remove dust from the surface of the chassis and cooling fins using a clean, soft brush.
Stubborn dirt should be removed using a mild detergent and a soft cloth
Do not use steel wool, metallic threads or solvents like abrasives, alcohol, acetone or
benzene for cleaning the KBox A-330-RPI
14.3.1. Replacing the Lithium Battery
The lithium battery must only be replaced with the same type of battery or with a type of battery recommended by
Kontron. If the on-board Lithium battery needs to be replaced, follow the steps below:
1.
Remove the lithium battery from the holder by pulling it outwards.
2.
Place a new lithium battery in the battery holder.
3.
Pay attention to the polarity of the battery.
Danger of explosion when replacing with wrong type of battery. Replace only with the same
or equivalent type recommended by the manufacturer. The lithium battery type must be UL
recognised.
Do not dispose of lithium batteries in general trash collection. Dispose of the battery according
to the local regulations dealing with the disposal of these special materials, (e.g. to the
collecting points for dispose of batteries).
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15/ Warranty
Kontron defines product warranty in accordance with regional warranty definitions. Claims are at Kontron’s discretion
and limited to the defect being of a material nature. To find out more about the warranty conditions and the defined
warranty period for your region, following the steps below:
1.
Visit Kontron’s Term and Conditions webpage.
http://www.kontron.com/terms-and-conditions
2.
Click on your region’s General Terms and Conditions of Sale.
The KBox A-330-RPI is factory configured to meet customer requirements. Kontron does not
recommend opening the system as this may cause damage to internal components.
Limitation/Exemption from Warranty Obligation 15.1.
In general, Kontron shall not be required to honor the warranty, even during the warranty period, and shall be
exempted from the statutory accident liability obligations in the event of damage caused to the product due to failure
to observe the following:
General safety instructions for IT equipment within this user guide
Warning labels on the product and warning symbols within this user guide
Information and hints within this user guide
Additionally, alterations or modifications to the product that are not explicitly approved by Kontron, described in this
user guide, or received from Kontron Support as a special handling instruction will void your warranty.
Within the warranty period, the product should only be opened by Kontron. Removing the protection label and
opening the product within the warranty period exempts the product from the statutory warranty obligation.
Due to their limited service life, parts which by their nature are subject to a particularly high degree of wear (wearing
parts) are excluded from the warranty beyond that provided by law.
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16/ Disposal
Final disposal of this product after the product’s service life must be accomplished in accordance with the applicable
country, state, or local laws or regulations.
Kontron manufactures products to satisfy environmental protection requirements where
Kontron follows the Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment (WEEE) Directive that aims to reduce waste arising
from Electrical and Electronic waste and encourages customers to return Kontron products for proper disposal. For
more information regarding WEEE compliance, see the Disposal and Recycling section at the start of this user guide.
possible. Many of the components used are capable of being recycled.
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Appendix A: List of Acronyms
Table 11: List of Acronyms (Example)
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AC Alternating Current
ACPI Advanced Configuration Control Interface
CPU Central Processing Unit
DC Direct Current
DIO Digital Input/Output
DP Display Port
ECC Error Checking and Correction
EHCI Enhanced Host Controller Interface
ESD Electrostatic Discharge
GbE Gigi bit Ethernet
GPU Graphics Processing Unit
HD/HDD Hard Disk /Drive
HDMI High Definition Multimedia Interface
HPM PICMG Hardware Platform Management
specification family
H/W Hardware
IOL IPMI-Over-LAN
IOT Internet of Things
KVM Keyboard Video Mouse
LAN Local Area Network
LVD Low Voltage Device
M.2 Next smaller generation of mSATA
MEI Management Engine Interface
mPCIe Mini PCI-Express
mSATA Mini SATA
OS Operating System
PCIe PCI-Express
RAM Read Access Memory
RoHS Restriction of the use of certain
hazardous substances
RTC Real Time Clock
SATA Serial-ATA
SEL System Event Log
SELV Safety Extra Low Voltage
SIO Super Input/output
SMBus System Management Bus
SMWI System Monitor Web Interface
SOL Serial Over LAN
SSD Solid State Drive
TPM Trusted Platform Module
UEFI Unified Extensible Firmware Interface
USB Universal Serial Bus
VGA Video Graphics Array
VLP Very Low Profile
WEEE Waste Electrical and Electronic
Equipment
WLAN Wireless LAN
XHCI eXtensible Host Controller Interface
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Global Headquarters
Kontron
Lise-Meitner-Str. 3-5
86156 Augsburg
Germany
Tel.: +
Fax: +
info@kontron.com
About Kontron
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Kontron is a global leader in embedded computing technology (ECT). As a part of technology group
S&T, Kontron offers a combined portfolio of secure hardware, middleware and services for Internet of
Things (IoT) and Industry 4.0 applications. With its standard products and tailor-made solutions based
on highly reliable state-of-the-art embedded technologies, Kontron provides secure and innovative
applications for a variety of industries. As a result, customers benefit from accelerated time-to-market,
reduced total cost of ownership, product longevity and the best fully integrated applications overall.
For more information, please visit:
www.kontron.com
S&T AG
49 821 4086-0
49 821 4086-111
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