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Technical Manual

CCpilot VA

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Contents

1. Introduction .................................................................................................................................. 4

1.1. Product models .......................................................................................................................... 4

1.2. Document conventions ............................................................................................................ 4

1.3. Identification ............................................................................................................................... 5

1.4. Ruggedization ............................................................................................................................ 5

2. Device overview ......................................................................................................................... 6

2.1. Front side view ............................................................................................................................ 6

2.2. Rear side view............................................................................................................................. 7

3. Mounting and handling .............................................................................................................. 8

3.1. Mounting ..................................................................................................................................... 8

3.2. Connecting to power supply ................................................................................................ 10

3.3. Grounding/touch-screen decoupling ................................................................................. 12

3.4. Cable installation ..................................................................................................................... 12

3.5. Special considerations ............................................................................................................ 13

3.6. Handling and maintenance .................................................................................................. 14

4. Basic operation ......................................................................................................................... 15

4.1. Turning ON/OFF ........................................................................................................................ 15

4.2. Suspending/resuming ............................................................................................................. 16

4.3. Adjusting the screen (and button) brightness.................................................................... 17

4.4. Using the touch-screen ........................................................................................................... 17

4.5. Status notification .................................................................................................................... 18

4.6. Error codes (button backlight and buzzer notifications) .................................................. 19

5. Interface overview .................................................................................................................... 20

5.1. Storage memory ...................................................................................................................... 20

5.2. Front panel ................................................................................................................................ 20

5.3. Buzzer.......................................................................................................................................... 20

5.4. Analog video inputs ................................................................................................................ 21

5.5. CAN ............................................................................................................................................ 21

5.6. Ethernet ...................................................................................................................................... 21

5.7. USB .............................................................................................................................................. 22

5.8. Configurable Inputs ................................................................................................................. 23

5.9. High-side PWM outputs ........................................................................................................... 25

6. Connectors ................................................................................................................................ 26

6.1. Deutsch DTM connector pinout ............................................................................................ 27

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6.2. USB Mini-B connector pinout ................................................................................................. 28

7. Specifications ............................................................................................................................ 29

7.1. Technical data ......................................................................................................................... 29

7.2. Environmental specifications ................................................................................................. 35

7.3. EMC specification .................................................................................................................... 36

7.4. Weight and dimensions .......................................................................................................... 37

8. Technical Support ..................................................................................................................... 38

9. Trademarks and Terms of use etc. .......................................................................................... 39

10. Index ........................................................................................................................................... 40

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1. Introduction

CCpilot VA is a freely programmable display computer with 7” full-colour TFT and optional touch
screen.

The powerful ARM® based CPU and Linux® operating system constitutes an open platform that
enables implementation of premium user-machine interaction, reliable controls and integrated fleet
management.

This technical manual provides important information regarding the device’s hardware and its basic
usage. For software and operating system specifics, please see additional documentation.

1.1. Product models

This documentation is applicable for all CCpilot VA standard models. These models are:

 CCpilot VA with pushbuttons and taped glass (no touch-screen).
 CCpilot VA with pushbuttons and optically bonded glass (no touch-screen).
 CCpilot VA with pushbuttons and taped capacitive touch-screen.
 CCpilot VA with pushbuttons and optically bonded capacitive touch-screen.

All models offer the same level of CPU performance and external connectors/interfaces.

The above product models are compatible with the CrossLink AI module to support wireless interfaces
GSM/GPRS, WLAN and Bluetooth for communication and GPS for positioning.

1.1.1. Customized models

The platform enables additional customization of hardware and software. Described herein are the
features included in product models described above. Additional features in customized models will be
documented separately.

Contact maximatecc for customization inquiries.

1.2. Document conventions

This document uses the following conventions:

Description Appearance

Important information (exclamation symbol)

Model specific information (observe symbol)

Text formats used in this document are described in the table below:

Format

Use

Italics

Names, designations and references.

Bolded

Important information.

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1.3. Identification

Each device has a label with article number, revision and serial numbers which identify your unique
device. Take note of these numbers. During service and other contact with the supplier it is important
to be able to provide this information.

1.4. Ruggedization

The CCpilot VA device has been designed to manage tough environmental demands. Much effort has
been put into designing and selecting system components to provide a reliable and robust device.

Thorough testing has been performed in order to ensure compliance to a broad range of applicable
regulatory requirements and to meet the user expectations of a ruggedized device for vehicle- and
machinery control.

A complete list of standards to which the device has been tested for compliance can be found in
chapters 7.2 - 7.3.

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2. Device overview

This chapter contains illustrations of the CCpilot VA models showing the location of external
connectors, indicators etc. Information about various CCpilot VA models can be found in chapter 1.1 -
Product models.

Connectors are described in more detail in chapter 6.

Additional mechanical information can be found in chapter 7.4.

2.1. Front side view

At the front side of the device there is a 7” display with either a protective glass or a glass with
projected capacitive touch-sensor (PCAP).

There are 10 x soft keys with user configurable functionality (backlight control, power on/off,
suspend/resume or application specific functions). The buttons are backlit to be clearly visible also at
dark conditions.

There is also a light sensor in the front panel which enables automatic dimming of display and buttons
backlight.

CCpilot VA front side view

Soft keys with user

configurable functionality

Light sensor

Display with capacitive

Touch-screen or glass

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2.2. Rear side view

At the rear side of the device there are external interface connectors, i.e. 3 x Deutsch DTM-12
connectors and an additional USB Mini-B receptacle located under a sealed cover.

There are also mounting holes for 1.5” RAM® ball mount (RAM-202U) or custom bracket for panel
mounting and a GORE-TEX® membrane for ventilation.

CCpilot VA rear side view

External connectors

Deutsch DTM

GORE-TEX

membrane, under
mount for added
protection

Identification

label

Mounting holes

for RAM-202U

Cover for USB

connector

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3. Mounting and handling

This chapter contains recommendations for installation, handling and maintenance of the device.

3.1. Mounting

CCpilot VA has the capability to support two different mounting methods, either using an industry
standard RAM ball mount or mounting in a panel cutout. These two mounting methods are described
further below.

For both fastening methods, it is recommended to use 3 pc. M5 x 0.8 button head screws of type MRT
(Torx), length should be 12 mm. The recommended fastening torque is 1.5 - 2.0 Nm. Using a split ring
or toothed lock washer is recommended. Ensure that the M5 mounting screws are clean and dry before
mounting.

Note that the depth of the threaded holes is 9.5 mm. Be careful not to use too long screws which may
damage the device when tightened.

3.1.1. RAM mount

CCpilot VA is preferably mounted using a RAM mount, i.e. RAM-202U, a round base 1.5” ball mount
which allows adjustment of the display’s position and angle.

CCpilot VA with RAM mount

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3.1.2. Panel mounting

Alternatively, the device can be mounted in a panel-cutout using a panel mounting bracket (article
number C000134-07), see figure below.

CCpilot VA with panel mounting bracket

The mounting bracket is designed for a panel thickness of 1.5 - 3.0 mm. Panel cutout dimensions are
according to figure below. A drawing in DXF-format for precision cutting of panels is available upon
request.

The device has a built-in gasket to provide some amount of sealing towards the panel. Ensure that the
device is mounted to a smooth, flat surface. Fastening the device to an uneven surface will affect the
sealing property and may stress the enclosure or damage the outer flange, leading to premature
failure. Additional gasket or other means for sealing may be required to reach higher IP levels.

Built-in gasket for sealing
against panel cutout

Panel mounting
bracket

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3.2. Connecting to power supply

This chapter describes how the CCpilot VA is preferably connected to the power supply of a vehicle, or
other machinery. The principle is the same also for other types of installations.

Carefully read through the following sub-chapters before installing the device. Connector pinouts are
found in chapter 6.

3.2.1. Wire gauge

Wire gauge for the power supply should be dimensioned with respect to the total load current, the
cable length required and the worst case voltage drop allowed, considering the minimum operational
voltage of the device.

 Current consumption of the CCpilot VA device is found in chapter 7.1.
 Power consumption of external loads driven by the CCpilot VA device should also be taken

into account.

 Note that the High side PWM outputs are automatically switched OFF when the supply

voltage drops below approximately 8 VDC, for example while cranking the engine of a vehicle
or machine. This is a measure for limiting the input current and voltage drop in the supply
cables.

 As a guideline, the minimum wire gauge for the power supply should be: 0.75 mm

2

/AWG 18.

3.2.2. External fuse

To prevent cable fire in case of short circuit, an external fuse must always be used when powering the
device from a high current capable power source, for example a vehicle battery.

 The fuse shall be located as close to the battery/power source as practically possible. A

recommendation is to place the fuse at a maximum distance of 15 cm (6 inches) from the (+)
terminal of the source.

 Fuse rating shall be dimensioned with respect to wire gauge, maximum current consumption

and the inrush current of the device. Refer to chapter 7.1 for fuse rating details.

 As a guideline, a slow acting fuse with 5-8 A current rating should be used.
 Remember to also apply fusing for the on/off control wiring, see chapter 3.2.3 below.

3.2.3. External On/off signal

The device’s external on/off control signal should be connected to the positive supply line via the
vehicles or machines turnkey switch or a separate on/off switch (see switch “S2” in application
example, chapter 3.2.4).

 Several CCpilot VA, or other devices, may be controlled by the same switch by joining their

on/off control signals. The CCpilot VA device has an internal pull-down of 20 kΩ (typ), giving
a worst case current of 2.0 mA per device at 32 VDC input.

 The wire gauge for the on/off signal shall be dimensioned to handle the total switch current

and the fuse type and-rating shall be selected to prevent cable fire in case of cabling short
circuit.

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 As a guideline, a slow blows fuse in the range of 100-500 mA for the on/off signal should be

sufficient for most practically usable wire gauge.

3.2.4. Application example

Below is an application example schematic of the CCpilot VA power supply connection.

If the system has a main switch for completely disconnecting the battery ( S1 in schematic below), the
device’s power supply and on/off signal shall be connected after the main switch. Observe that this
switch is only intended for disconnecting all system loads to prevent draining of the battery during
prolonged dormant periods and shall not be used for starting/shutting down the CCpilot VA device on
a regular basis.

By connecting the power supply according to the example above, the CCpilot VA device(s) will
automatically start up when the Turnkey switch (S2) is closed and shut down when the switch is
opened.

Note that the on/off behaviour of the CCpilot VA described is the default configuration. Its response to
the on/off signal may be disabled or changed by user applications. For example, the signal may be
configured for suspending and resuming the device or the device may be configured to always start
when the power supply is available. See chapter 4 for more details and configurations available.

Schematic example for power supply installation of one or more CCpilot

VA devices in vehicles or other machines. The on/off control switch (S2) is

shared by several devices (Device A, B, C…).

GND

1 2

3

12

F1

5-8 A

GND

BATTERY

S2

“Turnkey

Switch”

J1

Multipin DTM

connector

F2

100-500 mA

Device B

GND

Device C

GND

I

MAX

: 2.0 mA

Min 0.75 mm

2

/AWG 18

S1

“Main Switch”

(normally closed)

(on/off control)

Min 0.75 mm

2

/AWG18

Device A

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3.2.5. Precautions

Ensure that the device is shut down properly before switching off external power (main switch “S1” in
example above). Ensure that any application data is saved prior to turning off the device.

 Sudden power disruptions may cause the device to shut down, potentially causing loss of user

data (if not written to flash) or, at worst case, corrupted flash storage areas. If the power
supply voltage sometimes fluctuates drastically, for example while running a starter engine,
the CCpilot VA device should be started after the vehicle engine has been started.

 All cables to the CCpilot VA device shall be disconnected during welding to a machine.
 Be advised that the CCpilot VA device consumes a small amount of power from the main

supply also when shut down or suspended (see chapter 7.1). Therefore, if the device has been
attached for a long period of time without the vehicle motor running, the battery may be
drained resulting in inability to start up the vehicle. A main switch for disconnecting the
device’s main supply is highly recommended in such situations (see application example,
chapter 3.2.4).

3.3. Grounding/touch-screen decoupling

This chapter applies primarily to touch-screen enabled product variants.

Capacitive touch-screens are, by design, sensitive to common-mode noise, i.e. electrical noise between
its ground reference and the ground reference of its surrounding and person operating the touch­screen.

Therefore, the CCpilot VA device has a dedicated touch-screen grounding connection (connector J2,
pin 5) for decoupling common-mode noise from the main supply.

The dedicated touch-screen grounding is highly recommended to be used for reducing noise
susceptibility and avoiding false (unintentional) or imprecise touch detections. Connect a wire of
minimum length, less than 2 m (or 80 inches), from connector J2, pin 5 directly to the nearest ground
structure (vehicle chassis).

 The touch-screen ground connection is capacitively connected within the CCpilot VA device

and will not cause ground-loops.

 For best noise cancelation effect, the grounding structure used for touch-screen decoupling

should be proximate to both the CCpilot VA device and to the operator of the device.

3.4. Cable installation

Cables shall be installed in such a way that they don’t run any risk of being damaged, pinched or worn.

 Avoid excessive bending and twisting of cables.
 Use strain-relief on cables near the device to minimize stress on cables and connectors.
 Properly snap the connectors to give reliable contact and sealing and to avoid unnecessary

strain.

 Shielded cables are recommended and in some cases necessary to ensure reliable

communication and appliance with industrial EMC standards.

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3.4.1. Recommendations for cable shields and coaxials

To achieve electromagnetic compliance and stable operation of the end system, shielded cables may be
required for CAN, Ethernet and USB interfaces. In addition, it is recommended to use 75 Ω coaxial
cables for connecting analog video sources to the device.

Note that the Ethernet and USB interfaces don’t have dedicated pins in the DTM connector for
connecting cable shields.

 If shielded cable is used for Ethernet, the shield is preferably connected/grounded at the other

end of the cable (and remain unconnected close to the CCpilot VA device).

 If shielded cable is used for the main USB port, the shield is preferably spliced and joined with

the USB ground wire externally. Avoid creating ground-loops in the USB cable by insulating
any attached USB-devices from ground structures connected with the CCpilot VA device.

Below are recommendations for inserting cable shields and coaxial cables into Deutsch DTM plugs to
achieve robust connections and retaining IP classification of the device.

1. Splice the cable shield (or coaxial inner and outer conductors) outside of the DTM plug and

use regular, round cables for insertion into the plug.

2. Minimize distance between cable joints and the DTM plugs for best shielding effect.

3.5. Special considerations

To ensure proper and reliable operation and to retain IP-classification of the device, below
recommendations must be followed:

 The device should be placed in a way that prevents direct exposure to water or sunlight or near

hot-air vents.

 To enable sufficient cooling, the device must be installed in a way that allows ambient air to

circulate around it. A clearance of at least 50 mm around the device is recommended.

 To maintain IP classification, all three Deutsch DTM connectors must be attached to the

device. Blind plugs must be used for unconnected pins. The sealed USB-port hatch at the
backside of the device must also be properly attached.

 The device has a GORE-TEX

®

membrane for ventilation, see location in chapter 2. For proper
ventilation of the device, dirt and water must be prevented from accumulating and covering
the membrane. Be cautious not to insert objects which may puncture or detach the membrane.
Doing so will violate the IP-classification and void the warranty of the device.

 Install the device and any cables attached such that they are not subject to excess vibrations or

other potentially harmful stress.

 Loose fasteners are a common cause for excessive vibration. Fasteners may come loose due to

improper mounting techniques such as omitting thread lockers (fluid locker or locking
washers) or by over/under-tightening. Proper tightening requires dry, clean fasteners and a
torque wrench.

 If the device is exposed to chemicals, water, dirt or other pollutants, it’s recommended to have

it cleaned off as soon as possible. See chapter 3.6.1 for cleaning instructions.

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3.6. Handling and maintenance

Handle the device with care and pay attention to the following handling instructions:

 Disconnect all cables to the device during welding or when performing other service to the

machine imposing a risk of damaging electronic devices.

 Service and repair to the device shall only be made by authorised personnel. If the device is

opened by unauthorised personnel, its warranty will be voided.

 Scratches or other damages may occur to the display surface if it is exposed to sharp objects

or heavy impacts. This must be avoided to increase the longevity of the screen.

 The internal NAND flash storage has a limited number of write cycles. Therefore it is

recommended that the amount of writing to flash is limited within software applications.

 Always consider personal safety when installing and operating the device. For example, in

vehicle installations, maximatecc does not recommend that the device is being actively
operated by the driver when a risk of injury to people or damage to property is present.

3.6.1. Cleaning

To ensure proper and reliable functionality over time, pay attention to the following cleaning
instructions and precautions:

 Wipe the device clean from dirt using a soft damp cloth, preferably of microfiber type. Larger

amount of dry dust may be swept off using a soft brush before wiping clean.

 Avoid using alkaline, alcoholic or other potentially adverse chemicals for cleaning as doing so

may damage the device. However, small amount isopropyl alcohol may be used for removing
harsh stains.

 Avoid spraying or by other means applying larger amount of water or alcohol directly to the

device. Instead, lightly dampen a cloth before using it for cleaning the device.

 After cleaning, make sure that the device surface is left dry.
 Never use high-pressure air, vacuum, water or steam to clean the device.

3.6.2. RTC clock back-up battery

Time and date information is stored in a memory sustained by an internal back-up battery.

The expected life time of the battery is approximately 10 years. Contact supplier for instructions on
replacing the battery.

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4. Basic operation

This section covers basic operation of the device such as start-up, shut-down, suspend, resume, display
operation and status notification.

Observe that the behaviour of various on/off controls (external on/off control and front panel soft
keys) is user configurable in terms of:

 Enabling/disabling functionality
 Which push button that shall hold the on/off functionality.
 Configurable timing parameters

Button backlight is used for status notification while starting up, shutting down or when de device is in
suspend mode. Both button backlight and the buzzer is software controllable for notifications from
user applications.

See chapter 4.5 for details of button backlight status notification.

The buzzer is also used for various error notifications, see chapter 4.6 for error code details.

4.1. Turning ON/OFF

The device can be configured to turn ON or OFF from one or more of the actions described in the
following chapters. Not all on/off triggers are enabled by default but all software configurable.

To ensure that data does not get lost or the flash memory becomes corrupt, it is recommended that
necessary data is saved and user application properly closed before the device is shut down.

Note that the shutdown triggers described herein don’t have affect if the device has entered Suspend
mode. The device must either first be resumed or reach its suspend time-out to be able to shut down.
See chapter 4.2 for suspend/resume details.

4.1.1. External ON/OFF signal

Turn ON the device by pulling the signal high (above 5.0 V), preferably by connecting to the positive
supply voltage through a turnkey switch according to the application example (see chapter 3.2.4).

 This start-up action is enabled by default but may be disabled by user application.

Turn OFF the device by disconnecting or pulling the signal low (below 1.0 V) for at least 4 seconds
(default response time) , i.e. using the turnkey switch. See chapter 3.2.4 for application example.

 The external on/off signal is configured as shut-down trigger by default but may be disabled

(or changed to suspend trigger) by software. The response time defaults to 4 seconds but is
user configurable.

 Note that the device won’t restart automatically if the external on/off signal is brought high

while the device is in the progress of shutting down (shutdown may take several seconds). A
low-to-high transition must occur after the shutdown is fully completed to trigger a restart.
Increase the shutdown trigger response time in case you don’t want the CCpilot VA device to
shut down during short stops.

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4.1.2. Front panel button(s)

Turn ON the device by short-pressing any of the front panel buttons configured as start-up triggers.

 Note that none of the buttons are configured as start-up triggers by default.

Turn OFF the device by either short- or long-pressing any of the buttons configured as action triggers
with shutdown action assigned to either short- or long-presses.

 Note that none of the buttons are configured as start-up triggers by default.
 The time-out for detecting long presses is user configurable but defaults to 4 seconds.

4.1.3. “Always switched on” mode

It is possible to configure the device to always start up when external power is connected, i.e. without
using any particular on/off controls.

 Note that this function is not enabled by default but may be enabled by the user.
 The device can still use suspend/resume functionality. See chapter 4.2.
 Shutting down the device is still possible. If shut down, the device can be started up by cycling

the main power or by any of the enabled start-up triggers, i.e. external on/off signal or
buttons.

4.1.4. Linux shutdown command

The device can be turned OFF by executing Linux shell shutdown commands, for example:

# s h u t d o w n

4.1.5. Forced shutdown

If the device stops responding, a forced shutdown can be performed by pressing and holding any
button configured as action trigger until the device is switched off.

 The button press response time for the forced shutdown is double the user configurable long

press detect time – or a minimum of 8 seconds. Default press time for forced shutdown is 8

seconds.

 Note that none of the buttons are configured as action trigger per default. This must be

changed by software to enable forced shutdown.

It is not recommended to use the forced shut down unless absolutely necessary - since doing so will
immediately switch off all internal voltages, regardless of ongoing operations. Any information which
was not saved to flash memory will be lost when performing a forced shutdown. Any ongoing writing
to the flash memory will be disrupted which may lead to a corrupted file system.

4.2. Suspending/resuming

Suspending and resuming are faster alternative to shutting down and starting up the device normally.

In suspend mode, the data remains in RAM to allow very fast wake-up without need for restarting the
operating system or software applications. Note that the device must be connected to external power
supply to maintain its state during suspend mode.

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To prevent the device from draining a machines battery when suspended for a longer period of time, it
is possible to set a time-out after which the device is automatically shut down. The time-out is user
configurable and defaults to 60 minutes. It is also possible to disable this function (by setting the time­out to zero).

Current consumption in suspend mode is somewhat higher than in shutdown but is still low enough to
allow relatively long suspend times without draining a machines battery. See chapter 7.1 for details
about current consumption at different modes and supply voltages.

Different ways of suspending and resuming the device are listed below:

Suspend triggers:

 External on/off signal brought low (enabled as shut-down trigger by default)
 Action trigger buttons (short- or long-press, not enabled by default)
 Linux suspend command

Resume triggers:

 External on/off signal brought high (enabled by default)
 Action trigger buttons (not enabled by default)
 CAN bus activity detection (not enabled by default)
 Configurable Input state change (digital inputs)

Make sure to enable one or more start-up triggers prior to entering suspend mode, otherwise the
device won’t be able to resume.

4.3. Adjusting the screen (and button) brightness

With the CCpilot VA device it is possible to configure any of the front-panel buttons for adjusting
display brightness up or down.

 Note that all button actions are disabled by default.

The screen brightness can also be controlled directly from user applications through APIs or
configured for automatic brightness adjustment through the ambient light sensor. When automated
dimming is enabled, the level of sensitivity can be adjusted.

Button backlight can be configured to automatically follow the display brightness setting. The button
backlight may otherwise be controlled directly from user applications through APIs.

4.4. Using the touch-screen

Note that not all CCpilot VA products variant contains a touch-screen.

Basic usage of the capacitive touch screen should be intuitive for most users. Refer to the CCpilot VA
Software guide for details about touch calibration.

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4.5. Status notification

Button backlight is used for status notification while starting up, shutting down or when de device is in
suspend mode. Button backlight is software controllable for notifications from user applications.

The table below describes the default behaviour of the status notification for different operational
states.

Operational state

Soft key backlight behavior

Device off

OFF

Starting up

Flashing, 2 Hz

Operating (started up)

OFF

Suspend mode

Short blink every ~20 second.

Shutting down

Stays ON or OFF depending on previous
setting.

The internal buzzer may also be used for user notifications.

Observe that the status notification behaviour in the operating state is user configurable via software
APIs. Default notifications may also disabled for other operational states.

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4.6. Error codes (button backlight and buzzer notifications)

The internal buzzer and the button backlight is used for signalling error codes when the device shuts
down or cannot start up due to severe hardware or software failure.

When this happens, the device will either try restarting or remain shut off, and indicates the failure
reason by beeping the buzzer in different pattern. The pattern is a certain number of beeps and blinks
followed by a longer pause after which the sequence is repeated. The number of beeps and blinks is
important information if the unit is sent in for service/repair.

The table below lists the different error codes.

Number of
beeps or
blinks

Error code

Likely problem cause

1

Error reading from “SS FRAM” holding
device specific configuration data and
diagnostics.

Corrupted configuration
settings in SS FRAM.

2

Error writing to “SS FRAM” holding device­specific configuration data and diagnostics.

Corrupted configuration
settings in SS FRAM.

3

Error initializing SS hardware drivers.

SS FRAM or temp/light sensor
malfunction.

4

Error reading internal voltages, voltage out
of limit.

Internal voltages is outside
allowed limits.

5

Time-out error waiting for Main processor to
boot.

Faulty or un-programmed
NAND Flash (OS image) or
hardware error.

6

Time-out error wating for internal voltages to
start-up.

Unstable internal voltages.

7

Error reading temperature sensor (over- or
under-temprerature)

Temperature sensor
malfunction or extreme
operating conditions.

10

Clock error.

SS clock crystal malfunction
or SS processor failure.

11

Error in SS program execution path

SS processor failure or
programming bug.

12

Error managing device diagnostics

Corrupted configuration
settings in SS FRAM.

13

Error managing activation/de-activation

SS processor failure or
programming bug.

14

Error in tick-timer

SS processor failure or
programming bug.

15

Error in operating mode

SS processor failure or
programming bug.

16

Error in reading SS I/O channels

SS processor failure or
programming bug.

17

Error in writing SS I/O channels

SS processor failure or
programming bug.

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5. Interface overview

This section describes the various interfaces of the device. Main part of these interfaces can be
accessed via software APIs. These are described in the CCpilot VA Software Guide and CCpilot VA
Programmers Guide.

5.1. Storage memory

An industrial grade SLC (singe level cell) NAND flash is used for data storage. This makes the device
resilient to shock and vibrations which would be a problem when using mechanically rotating hard
disks. The SLC flash device has the advantage of superior endurance and long term reliability
compared to cheaper commercial graded MLC flash devices.

The Flash module is industrial grade classified and the file system used (UBIFS) has both static and
dynamic wear levelling to prevent wear-out for extended lifetime. Still it has a limited number of write
cycles. It is recommended that the amounts of writing to storage are limited within the software
applications.

5.2. Front panel

5.2.1. Light sensor

There is a light sensor in the front panel used by user applications or used with the built in automated
function for dimming of the display brightness.

For light sensor location, see chapter 2.1. Refer to the CCpilot VA Software guide for details about
accessing the light sensor data from user applications.

5.2.2. Pushbuttons

There are 10 pushbuttons in the front panel. Each button is software configurable and may be used as
user application actions triggers, controlling backlight intensity, turning the device on/off or
suspending/resuming.

Refer to the CCpilot VA Software guide for details about configuring button actions and reading the
buttons from user applications.

5.3. Buzzer

There is a built-in buzzer that can be used for audible notifications. The buzzer is software controllable
with configurable volume and frequency.

See chapter 4.6 for buzzer error codes. Refer to the CCpilot VA Software guide for details about
controlling the buzzer from user applications.

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5.4. Analog video inputs

There are two video inputs for connecting analog video sources such as rear-view or surveillance
cameras. Note that both inputs cannot be enabled/displayed simultaneously. Displaying of analog
video is handled in hardware with minimum impact on CPU load.

The analog video inputs support a wide range of commonly used composite video formats (both PAL
and NTSC).

 See chapter 7.1 for details.

For proper video performance and to ensure electromagnetic compatibility, 75 Ω coaxial cable should
be used for connecting video sources. Preferably use coaxial cables of type M17/94-RG179.

 Refer to chapter 3.4.1 for recommendations about connecting video coaxial cables.

It is important to supply analog video sources with a stable well-filtered supply voltage. Note that
video input grounds are internally connected with main supply ground. Precautions should be made to
avoid ground-loops between the video sources and main supply ground which could affect video
quality. One way of avoiding ground-loop is to add video isolators or use video sources with galvanic
isolation between supply- and signal ground.

5.5. CAN

CCpilot VA has two CAN ports, supporting ISO 11898 CAN 2.0B protocol (29-bit extended identifier)
and bit rates up to 1 Mbit/s.

Note that Internal EMI filters on CAN High/Low signals have a capacitance of 100 pF (typ) which
deviates from the ISO 11898 standard and implies some limitations on the CAN bus topology
(maximum bus length, number of CAN nodes etc.) when running at high bit-rates, i.e. above 250
kbit/s.

The ports feature highly protected CAN-transceivers which are tolerant for bus short-circuits to main
supply voltage and ground.

CAN shield connections are according to J1939-11 with capacitive coupling to ground. There is no
device-internal CAN bus termination, therefore bus termination must be applied externally.

 Refer to chapter 3.4.1 for recommendations about connecting CAN cable shields.

5.6. Ethernet

CCpilot VA has an Ethernet interface supporting 10BASE-T/100-BASE-TX and Auto-MDIX.

The Ethernet interface is galvanically isolated with 1.0 kVAC insulation voltage.

Shielded cables shall be used to ensure reliable communication and electromagnetic compliance. Note
that there’s no dedicated Ethernet shield connection on the CCpilot VA device, meaning that the cable
shield must be terminated externally to provide full protection in electromagnetically noisy
environments.

As with all Ethernet enabled devices, connecting the device to a public network environment may
impose an IT security threat.

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5.7. USB

CCpilot VA has two USB ports. One port is located in the multipin connector J1 and function as a USB
host-port only. It can be used for connecting USB storage devices or other peripherals such as mouse,
keyboard or various wireless interfaces.

The second USB port support USB OTG, i.e. acting as either host or device port, and is primarily
intended for development use. It has a USB Mini-B port connector located under a sealed cover on the
back of the device, see figure below.

 In USB host-mode (default mode), this port supports

the same functionality as the first USB host port.

 USB device-mode is normally only used for loading

the operating system image during production or
recovery in case the internal flash storage is corrupted
to a point where self-recovery is no longer possible. It
is also possible to implement other USB device
functionality, such as USB mass-storage or emulating
a USB Ethernet interface. However, there is no build-
in software support for such USB device
implementations.

Note that the sealing property (IP classification) of the device is not retained when removing the hatch
for accessing the second USB port.

Each USB ports can supply up to 500 mA, according to the USB 2.0 specification. The USB ports are
internally over-current and short-circuit protected. Shielded cables shall be used to ensure reliable
communication and electromagnetic compliance.

 Refer to chapter 3.4.1 for recommendations about connecting shield cables.

Due to limitation in the multipin connector specification, USB data signal integrity cannot be
guaranteed at higher speeds than full-speed USB (12 Mbps). Nevertheless, hi-speed (480 Mbit/s)
operation is supported by the USB host controller and has demonstrated good stability for most
applications. Using high-quality, shielded USB cables with minimum cable length improves noise
immunity and USB stability.

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5.8. Configurable Inputs

CCpilot VA has eight configurable inputs for a wide range of digital and analog measurements.

Note that there are two types of inputs. Channels 1-4 support resistance measurement but lack internal
pull-up resistors. Channels 5-8 lack support for resistance measurement but have internal pull-up
resistors. A summary of digital and analog input modes for each input are listed in the table below:

Input modes

Configurable

Input 1-4

Configurable

Input 5-8

Digital input modes

Digital input

Selectable ranges:

Selectable input
configurations:

5V, 10V or 32V

Floating or pull­down

5V, 10V or 32V

Floating, pull-up or
pull-down

Frequency

measurement

Selectable range:

Selectable input
configuration:

0.1-15 000 Hz

Floating or pull­down

0.1-15 000 Hz

Floating, pull-up or
pull-down

Analog input modes

Voltage

measurement

Selectable ranges:

5V, 10V or 32V

5V, 10V or 32V

Current

measurement

Range:

Input resistance:

4-20 mA

100 Ω

(overload protected)

4-20 mA

100 Ω

(overload protected)

Resistance

measurement

Selectable ranges:

500 Ω or 5 000 Ω

(N/A)

For electrical specification at different input modes, see chapter 7.1.

Note that the input grounds are internally joined with each other and with main supply ground.
Precautions should be made to avoid ground-loops between input grounds and between input- and
main supply ground. Ground-loop currents may affect readings.

The co-processor handles all configurable inputs and adds features such as averaging for frequency
measurement and protection of current input shunt resistors. Measurement results are accessible to
user applications through software APIs. Refer to the CCAux API documentation for programming
details. Each input mode is described more in chapters 5.8.1 - 5.8.4 below.

5.8.1. Digital input and frequency measurement

Digital and frequency inputs modes can be used for connecting simple logical signals (for example
switch to battery/ground or various logic output sensors) or frequency-output sensors commonly used
in industrial applications.

Each input can be individually configured for accepting a variety of logic signal levels and can be set as
either floating, with internal pull-down (available on all channels) or internal pull-up (available on
channels 5-8 only). This makes the inputs compatible with a wide range of sensors with different
output types and signal levels.

The selectable internal pull-ups (input 5-8 only) are sourced from the main supply input through
internal over-voltage protection. Therefore, pull-ups will follow the main supply voltage but never
exceeds 32 VDC in case of main voltage transients. External pull-ups may be used if other pull-up

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voltages or currents are required or for interfacing open-drain (sink-only) drivers with inputs 1-4
which lack internal pull-ups.

Frequency measurement is implemented in a co-processor though timer captures at a time-base of 72
MHz (100 ppm). This time-base gives a theoretical frequency resolution of approximately 0.014 Hz at
1 kHz and 3.12 Hz at 15 kHz (better resolution at lower frequencies). A configurable weighed moving
averaging algorithm can be enabled for increased resolution at high frequencies at the expense of
slower detection rate of frequency changes. Refer to the CCAux API documentation for details about
available configurations.

Note that input channels 1-4 can measure frequencies up to 100 kHz compared to 20 kHz for channels
5-8. They also give better accuracy (less deviation) than channels 5-8, especially at higher frequencies.
Consequently it is recommended to use input channels 1-4 for high accuracy frequency reading.

See chapter 7.1 for electrical characteristics such as absolute maximum voltage, digital threshold
levels, pull-up/pull-down strength, frequency range and accuracy.

5.8.2. Voltage measurement

Each input can be individually configured for measuring DC-voltages at ranges of:

 0-5 V
 0-10 V
 0-32 V

In general, smaller voltage range gives better accuracy and higher input impedance. See chapter 7.1 for
electrical characteristics such as impedances and accuracy for each range setting.

5.8.3. Current measurement (4-20 mA)

Each input can be individually configured for interfacing 4-20 mA current-loop sensors commonly
used in industrial applications.

When enabled, a 100 Ω input shunt resistors is connected to ground for closing the current loop and
enabling current measurement. The 100 Ω shunt resistor is protected against over-load by
continuously monitoring the voltage drop and disabling (breaking the current-loop) in case of over­voltage for more than 30-50 ms (typ). After being disabled by an overload condition, the current-loop
will automatically be reenabled after a time-out of approximately 1 second and the overload
monitoring is restarted. This protects the shunt resistor from destruction in case of short-circuit and
allows a current-loop sensor to stabilize after enabling/closing the loop.

See chapter 7.1 for electrical characteristics such as effective range, accuracy and over-load threshold
voltage.

5.8.4. Resistance measurement

Input channels 1-4 can be individually configured for resistance measurement in the 0-500 Ω or 0-5
kΩ range.

An internal high-precision current source is shared by all input channels configured for resistance
measurement. The current source is connected to one channel at the time in a sequence while
sampling the resultant voltage though A/D-conversion for calculating the external resistance.

See chapter 7.1 for electrical characteristics such as effective ranges and accuracy.

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5.9. High-side PWM outputs

CCpilot VA has two self-protected high-side PWM outputs for switching various external loads such as
buzzers, relays, solenoids, lamps or other resistive or inductive loads.

The high-side output drivers are powered from the main supply voltage through internal over-voltage
protection that limits the output voltage to 32 VDC (typ) in case of supply voltage transients. Each
output handle load currents up to 1.0 A (typ) and are current-limited at 1.2 A (typ) per channel.

Each output provide diagnostics/fault-detection for both ON- and OFF-state according to below:

OFF-state

ON-state

Open load

-

Short to battery

-

-

Overload or

short to ground

-

Over-

temperature

To ensure long-term reliability, the fault-detections flags are continuously monitored and each output
is automatically switched OFF in case its fault flag is triggered in ON state. An output switched OFF by
a fault condition must be reenabled by the user or user application.

Observe that high continuous load at the outputs adds self-heating of the device. At high ambient
temperatures, this may lead to outputs automatically switching off because of thermal protection.
Outputs can be reenabled by the user (or user application) once the driver IC temperature has
decreased below its threshold. If output over-temperature shutdown occurs, it is recommended to
improve air ventilation around the device and if possible reduce the amount of output load.

Output on/off control as well as PWM frequency, duty-cycle and fault monitoring is handled by a co­processor and controlled though software API.

See chapter 7.1 for electrical characteristics such as channel resistance, timing, current limit and fault­detection details.

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6. Connectors

All external connectors are accessible from the rear of the unit.

The main connectors which are three molded-in, 12-pin Deutsch DTM series connectors, are marked
with numbers: 1, 2 or 3 and features keying (A-, B- and C-key respectively). Descriptions in this
manual uses connector nomenclature J1, J2 and J3.

Connector pinouts are found in the following chapter.

Use caution and avoid plugging/unplugging Deutsch DTM connectors while the device is powered up.
If a connector pin becomes bent the interface may not function correctly and the device should be
returned to the manufacturer for repair.

There is also a USB Mini-B connector placed under a sealed hatch according to chapter 5.7. Pinout for
the USB connector is according to the USB specification and can be found in chapter 6.2.

J1

J2

J3

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6.1. Deutsch DTM connector pinout

Below are pinout maps for the external connectors.

Note that the pin-order 1-12 in tables below are oriented as when looking at the receptacles from the
rear of the CCpilot VA device, i.e. pin 1 at top-right position and pin 12 at top-left position.

Connector J1 - GRAY

Matching plug: DTM06-12SA (A-key)

Pin

Function

Pin

Function

J1-12

USB VBUS

J1-1

VIN+ (main supply)

J1-11

USB D+

J1-2

VIN- (main supply)

J1-10

USB D-

J1-3

Ignition key input (ON/OFF)

J1-9

USB GND

J1-4

High side PWM out 1

J1-8

CAN 1 Low

J1-5

High side PWM out 2

J1-7

CAN 1 High

J1-6

CAN 1 Shield

Connector J2 - BLACK

Matching plug: DTM06-12SB (B-key)

Pin

Function

Pin

Function

J2-12

Ethernet RX-

J2-1

Video 1 Input

J2-11

Ethernet RX+

J2-2

Video 1 Ground

J2-10

Ethernet TX-

J2-3

Video 2 Input

J2-9

Ethernet TX+

J2-4

Video 2 Ground

J2-8

CAN 2 Low

J2-5

Touch-screen Ground

J2-7

CAN 2 High

J2-6

CAN 2 Shield

Connector J3 - GREEN

Matching plug: DTM06-12SB (C-key)

Pin

Function

Pin

Function

J3-12

Configurable Input 8

J3-1

Configurable Input 1

J3-11

Input Ground 7/8

J3-2

Input Ground 1/2

J3-10

Configurable Input 7

J3-3

Configurable Input 2

J3-9

Configurable Input 6

J3-4

Configurable Input 3

J3-8

Input Ground 5/6

J3-5

Input Ground 3/4

J3-7

Configurable Input 5

J3-6

Configurable Input 4

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6.2. USB Mini-B connector pinout

Below is the pinout for the USB Mini-B connector:

Pin

Function

1

VBUS (5V, 500 mA)

2

Data (–)

3

Data (+)

4

ID-pin

Note

5

GND

Metal
housing

Cable shield (internally
connected with GND)

Note: The ID-pin is used for selecting USB host-mode (pin low) or USB device-mode (pin high/floating). By default, the ID-pin is

held low internally from CPU I/O-pin to force USB host-mode operation.

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7. Specifications

7.1. Technical data

Temperature specification

Operating

-30 to +70 °C

Storage

-40 to +85 °C

Kernel

Main Processor

Freescale™ i.MX537: ARM 32-bit, 800 MHz, Cortex-A8

Co-processor

STMicroelectronics STM32F373, Cortex-M4

Data storage

512 MB, Industrial grade SLC NAND flash

(Note)

RAM memory

512 MB*, DDR3

* Up to 1 GB is available upon request.

Note: The on-board NAND flash storage is industrial grade classified. The flash file system (UBIFS) implements both

static and dynamic wear levelling to prevent wear-out, i.e. extends the lifetime of the flash memory. Still it
has a limited number of write cycles. It is recommended that the amount of writing to flash storage is limited
within the software applications.

Power Supply

Supply Voltage

Nominal

Extreme

12 VDC or 24 VDC

6* VDC…32 V

DC

* Operates down to 6 Vdc with reduced functionality. High-side PWM outputs are

automatically disabled below 8 Vdc (typ) to reduce total current consumption and prevent

under-voltage leading to internal voltage failure and abrupt shutdown.

Power Consumption

Typical, operating
Max, operating

Shutdown Vin = 24 V

DC

Vin = 12 VDC

Suspend Vin = 24 V

DC

Vin = 12 VDC

5-7 W typ (not including external loads)
15 W max (not including external loads)

90 mW (typ)
60 mW (typ)

310 mW (typ)
270 mW (typ)

Inrush current

Vin = 12 or 24 VDC

< 1.5 A (for < 10 ms when applying external power)

External fuse recommendation

Current rating

5 A (min)*

* This assumes that the fuse is in accordance with IEC 20127 i.e. can be continuously

operated at 100% of rated current.

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CAN interfaces

Type

Non-isolated, ISO 11898-2, CAN 2.0B with cable shield decoupling
according to J1939-11.

Supports a variety of CAN protocols including J1939 and CANopen®

CAN transceiver

Texas Instrument SN65HVD234

Baud Rate

20 – 250 kbit/s (up to 1 Mbit/s)*

* Internal CAN bus filters have a capacitance of 100pF (typ) as stated in the J1939 specification. This

puts restrictions on the CAN bus topology considering bus length, number of CAN nodes etc. when

running at bit-rates higher than 250 kbit/s.

USB interfaces

Type

2 x USB 2.0 compatible host ports

One USB port is available in Deutsch DTM connectors. The second port is covered by a removable

sealed hatch and is only intended for development use in a protected environment. Device IP-

classification is not retained when the USB hatch is removed.

Speed

Hi-speed USB (480 Mbit/s) is supported but only full-speed
(12 Mbit/s) operation can be guaranteed though the Deutsch DTM
connector.

VBUS supply

According to USB specification.

5.0 V, 500 mA per port, internally over-current and short-circuit
protected.

Ethernet

Type

Compatible with 10BASE-T and 100BASE-TX Ethernet standards.

Auto-MDIX support.

Insulation voltage

1000 VAC, 50/60Hz for 1 minute.

Analog video

Number of inputs

2

Supported input signals

Composite video, PAL (B, D, G, H, I, M, N, Nc) and NTSC (J, M, 4.43)

Protection

Video inputs are over-voltage protected up to +40 VDC.

Configurable Inputs

Number of inputs

8

Input voltage tolerance

+40.0 V (max), referred to main supply ground

- 5.0 V (min), referred to main supply ground

(inputting voltages greater than specified may damage the device)

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Digital input levels (5V)

Typical input amplitude

Rising threshold
Falling threshold
Hysteresis

“5V” modes (applies to both Digital and Frequency modes)

3.0 – 7.0 V

2.48 V (typ) (± 5 %)

2.41 V (typ) (± 5 %)
77 mV (typ) (± 2 %)

Digital input levels (10V)

Typical input amplitude

Rising threshold
Falling threshold
Hysteresis

“10V” modes (applies to both Digital and Frequency modes)

7.0 – 14 V

4.95 V (typ) (± 5 %)

4.79 V (typ) (± 5 %)
155 mV (typ) (± 2 %)

Digital input levels (32V)

Typical input amplitude

Rising threshold
Falling threshold
Hysteresis

“32V” modes (applies to both Digital and Frequency modes)

14 – 36 V

9.99 V (typ) (± 5 %)

9.68 V (typ) (± 5 %)
316 mV (typ) (± 2 %)

Frequency measurement

Frequency range
Channel 1-4
Channel 5-8

Duty-cycle range

Time base

Accuracy
Channel 1-4

Channel 5-8

Input amplitude ranges according to above.

0.1 Hz – 100 kHz

0.1 Hz – 20 kHz

40-60%

Exceeding above duty-cycle limits may cause inaccurate readings.

72 MHz (± 100 ppm)

± 0.02 % (typ) up to 15 kHz
± 0.50 % (typ) up to 100 kHz
± 0.50 % (typ) up to 15 kHz

Input jitter (pulse time variations) will affect accuracy, especially at high frequencies. Averaging may be

used to increase accuracy.

Selectable pull-down

9.1 kΩ (± 3 %) to main supply ground.

Pull-downs available for all eight Inputs.

Selectable pull-up

9.1 kΩ (± 3 %) to main supply voltage.

Pull-ups available for Inputs 4-8 only.

Voltage (5V)

Range (min)
Accuracy
Resolution
Input Impedance

0 – 5.5 VDC
± (0.5% + 1 mV)
1 mV

54.0 kΩ (± 1 %)

Voltage (10V)

Range (min)
Accuracy
Resolution
Input Impedance

0 – 11.0 VDC
± (0.5% + 2 mV)
1 mV

40.7 kΩ (± 1 %)

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Voltage (32V)

Range (min)
Accuracy
Resolution
Input Impedance

0 – 34.0 VDC
± (0.5% + 3 mV)
1 mV

29.7 kΩ (± 1 %)

Resistance (0-500 Ω)

Effective range (min)
Accuracy

0 – 580 Ω
± (0.5% + 0.1 Ω)

Resistance (0-5 000 Ω)

Effective range (min)
Accuracy

0 – 5 800 Ω
± (0.5% + 1.0 Ω)

High-side PWM outputs

Number of channels

2

Current limit

Initial peak current
Repetitive short-circuit

1.2 A (typ) (min 0.7 A, max 2.0 A) per channel

1.0 A (typ)

Reverse current is not limited. Applying negative voltages to the output may damage the device.

Diagnostics

OFF state diagnostics
ON state diagnostics

Built-on diagnostics and fault flag monitoring.

To ensure long-term reliability, the fault flags are continuously monitored and each output is

automatically switched OFF in case the fault flag is triggered in ON state.

Open load, short to battery
Over-load (or short to GND), over-temperature

Open-load detection

Internal pull-up current
Threshold voltage

5 µA (typ)

2.0 V (typ) (min 1.5V, max 3.5V)

Open load is detected when output voltage rises above the threshold voltage in OFF state.

Short-circuit detection

Voltage threshold

2.8 V (typ)

Over-current is detected when output voltage falls below the threshold voltage in ON state.

Over-temp. detection

Turn-off Threshold
Hysteresis

+175 °C typ (min 150 °C, max 200 °C)
10 °C

ON-state resistance

500 mΩ (typ), 1.2 Ω (max)

Including PCB trace impedance.

Slew rate

Turn ON:
Turn OFF:

80 µs (typ), 180 µs (max)
80 µs (typ), 200 µs (max)

OFF-state leakage

5 µA (typ)
12 µA (max)

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Buzzer

Frequency range

0 – 10 kHz (SPL peak at 2480 Hz)

SPL

55 dBA at 1 meter (typ, 2480 Hz)

The buzzer is located on the back (connector side) of the device and the effective SPL varies

dependent on the acoustic properties of the installation environment.

Buttons and Status notification

Push buttons

10 x Configurable buttons with backlight and tactile feedback.

Each button is configurable for controlling on/off, suspend/resume,
backlight up/down or application specific actions.

Status notification

Button backlight is used for status notification, such as blinking at 2 Hz
during start-up, etc. While in operating mode, button backlight is user
configurable though CCsettings or CCaux API.

Software

Operating system

Linux, Kernel version 2.6.35.3

Additional software

CCsettings, CCvideo, CCAux API. Refer to the CCpilot VC Software
Guide and programmers guide for details.

Display

Size

Diagonal size
Active area
Pixel pitch

7 inch

152.4 x 91.44 mm

190.5 x 190.5 µm

Type

Resolution
Colour depth
Viewing angle

TFT, 16:9

WVGA, 800x480
24 bit (16.2 million colors)
Horizontal: ± 70°
Vertical: ± 60°

Backlight

Type
Brightness

LED Life time

LED
400 cd/m2 (min), 500 cd/m2 (typ)*

* Above figures are according to display specification, i.e. without touch-screen or protective glass.

The touch-screen or protective glass will lower the brightness by up to 15 %.

50 000 h (min) before brightness is reduced with 50 % (when
operated with full brightness at 25 °C)

(Note that higher operating temperatures affects LED life time.)

Touch-screen (optional)

Type
Coating
“Taped”
“Optically bonded”

Surface Hardness

Available as either “Taped” or “Optically bonded” variants.

Projective capacitive touch panel (PCAP)

AG (anti-gloss) and CS (chemically strengthened)
AR (anti-reflective) and CS (chemically strengthened)

7H (typ), according to JIS K5400

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Scan rate

122 points per second (max)

Protective glass (optional)

Coating

“Taped”
“Optically bonded”

Surface Hardness

Available as either “Taped” or “Optically bonded” variants.

AG (anti-gloss) and CS (chemically strengthened)
AR (anti-reflective) and CS (chemically strengthened)

7H (typ), according to JIS K5400

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7.2. Environmental specifications

Environmental Test

Test standard

Notes

Dry Heat

IEC 60068-2-2:2007

Operating: +70°C, 24h

Storage: +85°C, 24h

Damp Heat

IEC 60068-2-30:2005

Operation: +25°C / +55°C

>93% RH 6*24h

Cold

IEC 60068-2-1:2007

Operating: -30°C, 24h

Storage: -40°C, 24h

Change of temperature

IEC 60068-2-14:2009

-30°C to +70°C, 5C/min

3hr hold time, 20 cycles

Vibration

IEC 60068-2-64:2008

0.012 g2/Hz 20 Hz

0.130 g2/Hz 60 Hz

0.130 g2/Hz 250 Hz

0.012 g2/Hz 800 Hz

0.012 g2/Hz 2000 Hz
3x3h

Shock

IEC 60068-2-27:2009

± 50 g / 11ms bumps

Enclosure Ingress Protection

IEC 60529:2014

IP66, IP67

Any changes or modifications to the device not expressly approved by maximatecc could void the
environmental classification, warranty as well as user's authority to operate the equipment.

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7.3. EMC specification

The CCpilot VA device has been tested for Electromagnetic Compatibility according to the following
standards.

EMC Test

Test standard

Notes

Electrical Transients

ISO 7637-2:2011

EN 61000-6-1

Pulse Level
1 -450V
2 +37V
3a/b -/+150V
4 -12V
5 +123V

Burst (EN 61000-4-4)
DC ± 2 kV
Signal ± 1 kV

Surge (EN 61000-4-5)
DC ± 0.5 kV
Signal ± 1.0 kV

ESD immunity

ISO 10605:2008, EN 61000-4-2

Air ± 8 kV

Contact ± 6 kV

Radiated RF immunity

(1)

ISO 11452-2:2004

EN 61000-4-3

MHz Level Modulation
200-1000 30 V/m 80%AM, 1kHz

MHz Field level
80-1000 10 V/m
1400-2000 3 V/m
2000-2700 1 V/m

Induces RF immunity

(1)

ISO 11452-4:2005/Cor.1:2009 (BCI)

EN 61000-4-6

MHz Level Modulation
20-200 60 mA 80%AM, 1kHz

MHz Level

0.15-80 10 V

Radiated RF emission

(1)

ISO 13309:2010

EN 61000-6-4:2007

Narrow-b. Broad-b.

MHz dBµV/m dBµV/m

30-75 54-44 64-54
75-400 44-55 54-65
400-1000 55 65

MHz dBµV/m Distance
30-230 40 10 meters
230-1000 47 10 meters
1000-3000 76 3 meters
3000-6000 80 3 meters

(1) Compliance to RF immunity and RF emission standards require use of shielded cables for Ethernet, USB and Video interfaces.

EMC tests are performed at 24 VDC supply voltage unless other levels are specified in test standards.
System level compliance to EMC standards may be affected by external factors like mounting, omitting

the use of shielded cables etc.

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7.4. Weight and dimensions

Attribute

Description

Comments

Dimensions

252 x 156 x 51 mm

(W x H x D)

Weight

0,8 kg

Mounting holes

Spacing

Thread dimension

Thread depth

RAM-202U

Dia 46 mm

M5

9.5 mm

-

252

156

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8. Technical Support

Contact your reseller or supplier for help with possible problems with your device. In order to get the
best help, you should have your device in front of you and be prepared with the following information
before you contact support.

 Part number and serial number of the unit, which you find on the brand label.
 Date of purchase, which is found on the invoice.
 The conditions and circumstances under which the problem arises.
 Error codes signaled by the internal buzzer
 Possible error messages which are shown.
 Operating system type and its version number.
 Device log files (if possible).
 Prepare a system report on the device, from within CCsettings (if possible).
 Information regarding possible external equipment which is connected to the device.
 Additional sources of information are available on the maximatecc support site:

http://support.maximatecc.com

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9. Trademarks and Terms of use etc.

© 2016 maximatecc

All trademarks sighted in this document are the property of their respective owners.

- CCpilot™ is a trademark of maximatecc AB.

- Freescale™ is a trademark of Freescale Semiconductor Inc.

- ARM® is a registered trademark of ARM Limited.

- Linux® is a registered trademark of Linus Torvalds in the U.S. and other countries.

- CANopen® is a registered trademark of CAN in Automation (CiA).

maximatecc is not responsible for editing errors, technical errors or for material which has been

omitted in this document. maximatecc is not responsible for unintentional damage or for damage
which occurs as a result of supplying, handling or using of this material including the devices and
software referred to herein. The information in this handbook is supplied without any guarantees and
can change without prior notification.

For maximatecc licensed software, maximatecc grants you a license under maximatecc
intellectual property rights to use, reproduce, distribute, market and sell the software, only as a part of
or integrated within, the devices for which this documentation concerns. Any other usage, such as, but
not limited to, reproduction, distribution, marketing, sales and reverse engineer of this
documentation, licensed software source code or any other affiliated material may not be performed
without written consent of maximatecc.

maximatecc respects the intellectual property of others, and we ask our users to do the same. Where
software based on maximatecc software or products is distributed, the software may only be
distributed in accordance with the terms and conditions provided by the reproduced licensors.

For end-user license agreements (EULAs), copyright notices, conditions, and disclaimers, regarding
certain third-party components used in the device, refer to the copyright notices documentation.

maximatecc AB

P.O. Box 83 • SE-822 22 Alfta • Sweden

Phone: [phone]• [e-mail] •
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10. Index

Ambient light sensor .................................................... 20

Analog video .......................................................... 21, 30

API .................................................................................. 33

Application example .................................................. 11

Backlight ........................................................................ 33

Basic operation ............................................................ 15

Battery ..................................................................... 10, 14

Brightness ....................................................................... 17

Buttons ...............................................................17, 20, 33

Buzzer ....................................................................... 20, 33

Cable installation ......................................................... 12

CAN .......................................................................... 21, 30

Care ............................................................................... 14

Cleaning ........................................................................ 14

Clock .............................................................................. 14

Coaxial cables ............................................................. 13

Configurable Inputs ............................................... 23, 30

Connectors ................................................................... 26

Contact ......................................................................... 38

Conventions ................................................................ 4, 5

CPU................................................................................. 29

Customizations ............................................................... 4

Device overview ............................................................ 6

Dimensions .................................................................... 37

Display ........................................................................... 33

Document conventions ................................................ 4

Electrical specifications .............................................. 29

EMC specification ........................................................ 36

Environmental specification ....................................... 35

Error codes .................................................................... 19

Ethernet ................................................................... 21, 30

External interfaces ....................................................... 26

Flash memory ......................................................... 20, 29

Front panel .................................................................... 20

Front side view ................................................................ 6

Fuse ................................................................................ 10

Glass ............................................................................... 33

GORE-TEX ® ................................................................... 13

Grounding ..................................................................... 12

Handling .................................................................... 8, 14

High-side PWM outputs ............................................... 32

I/O .................................................................................. 23

Ignition switch ............................................................... 10

Inputs .............................................................................. 26

Installation .................................................... 8, 10, 12, 13

Introduction .................................................................... 4

Kernel ............................................................................. 33

Light sensor .................................................................... 20

Linux ............................................................................... 33

Maintenance ................................................................ 14

Memory ......................................................................... 20

Models ............................................................................. 4

Mounting ......................................................................... 8

NAND flash .............................................................. 20, 29

ON/OFF .......................................................................... 10

Operating system ......................................................... 33

Operating temperature .............................................. 29

Outputs .......................................................................... 26

Panel mounting .............................................................. 9

PCAP .............................................................................. 17

Pinouts ............................................................................ 27

Ports ................................................................................ 26

Power supply .......................................................... 10, 29

Precautions ................................................................... 12

Product models .............................................................. 4

Protective glass ............................................................ 33

PWM outputs ................................................................. 32

RAM mount ..................................................................... 8

Rear side view ................................................................ 7

Resume .......................................................................... 16

RTC ................................................................................. 14

Ruggedization ................................................................ 5

Shields ............................................................................ 13

Shutdown ...................................................................... 15

Size .................................................................................. 37

Software ........................................................................ 33

Special considerations ................................................ 13

Specifications ............................................................... 29

Start-up .......................................................................... 15

Status notification .................................................. 18, 33

Storage .................................................................... 20, 29

Support .......................................................................... 38

Suspend ......................................................................... 16

Technical data ............................................................. 29

Technical Support ........................................................ 38

Temperature ................................................................. 29

TFT ................................................................................... 33

Touch-screen ................................................... 12, 17, 33

Trademarks .................................................................... 39

Turn OFF ......................................................................... 15

Turn ON .......................................................................... 15

USB ..................................................................... 22, 28, 30

Weight ........................................................................... 37

Video inputs .................................................................. 21

Wire gauge ................................................................... 10

Voltage .......................................................................... 29