Moxa Technologies UC-8112-LX STK Hardware Quick Installation Manual

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UC-8112-LX STK Hardware

Quick Installation Guide

First Edition, May 2015

Overview

The UC-8112-LX-STK is a starter kit that contains a UC-8100-LX
embedded computer, a Wi-Fi module, and a cellular module,
offering a complete solution for system evaluation. Users can
easily deploy the UC-8100-LX computer for wireless system
integration and development.

Package Checklist

Before installin g the UC-8100, verify that the package contains the
following item s:

UC-8112 Computer Kit

• UC-8112-LX computer x 1

• Console cable x 1

• GPS antenna x 1

• Cellular anten na x 1

• Wi-Fi antenna x 1

• DIN rail mount ing kit x 1

• 1 GB SD x 1

• Power jack x 1

• Power adapter x 1

Wi-Fi Module Kit

• Wi-Fi module x 1

• Wi-Fi antenna cable x 1

Cellular module kit

• Cellular module x 1

• Cellular anten na cable x 1

NOTE: Notify your sales representative if any of the above items
are missing or damaged.

Installing the UC-8100

There are two slid ers on the back of the unit for DI N rail and wall
mounting.

Mounting on a DIN-Rail

Pull out the bottom slider, latch the unit onto the DIN-rail, and then
push the slider back in.

Mounting on the Wall

Pull out both the top and bottom

sliders and align the screws
accordingly.

Another method for wall mounting installation is to use the
optional wall mounting kit. Attach two mounting brackets on the
side panel of the computer, and fasten with screws. Install the
computer on a wall or cabinet by fastening two screws for each
bracket.

Connector Description

Power Connector

Connect the “terminal block to power jack converter” (in the
package) to the UC -8100’s DC te rminal block (lo cated on the top
panel), and then connect the power adapter. It takes about 30
seconds for the system to boot up. Once the system is ready, the
Ready LED will lig ht up.

Grounding the UC-8100

Grounding and wire routing help limit the effects of noise due to
electromagnetic interference (EMI).

SG:

The Shielded Ground (sometimes
called Protected Ground) contact is
the

top contact of the 3-pin power

terminal block connector when
viewed from the angle shown here.
Connect the SG wire t o an
appropriate grounded metal surface.

Ethernet Ports

The two 10/100 Mbps Ethernet ports (LAN 1 and LAN 2) use RJ45
connectors.

Pin

Signal

1

ETx+ 2 ETx-

3

ERx+

6

ERx-

Serial Ports

The two serial po rts (P1 and P2) use terminal connectors. Each
port can be configured by software for RS-232, RS-422, or RS-485.
The pin assignments for the ports are shown in the following table:

Pin

RS-232

RS-422

RS-485 1 TXD

TXD+

---

2

RXD

TXD-

---

3

RTS

RXD+

D+

4

CTS

RXD-

D-

5

GND

GND

GND

SD/SIM Card Sockets

The UC-8100 comes with an SD socket for storage expansion, and
a SIM card socket for cellular communication. The SD card/SI M
card sockets are loca ted at the lower part on the front panel. To
install them, remove the screw and the protection cover to access
the sockets, and then plug the SD card or th e SIM card into the
sockets directly. You will hear “click” when finished. Remember to
push in on the SD card or SIM card first if you want to remove
them.

ATTENTION

By defa

ult, the operating system is stored o

n the SD card.
Do not remove the SD card while the computer is still
running.

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Micro SD Card

The UC-8100 comes with a micro SD card socket for storage
expansion. Remove the screws on the side panel, and take off the
cover. Insert the micro SD card into the socket. Make sure you
insert the card in the corre ct direction.

Console Port

The console port is an RS-232 port that can be connected with a
4-pin pin he ader cable. You may use this port for debugging or
firmware upgrade. Note that this cable is not included in the
package.

Pin

Signal 1 TxD

2

RxD

3

NC 4 GND

USB

The USB 2.0 port is located in the lower part of the front panel, and
supports a USB storage device driver. The USB storage will be
mounted at

/mnt/usbstorage.

Real Time Clock

The UC-8100’s real time clock is powered b y a lithium ba ttery. We
strongly recommend that you do not replace the lithium battery
without help from a qualified Moxa support engineer. If you need
to change the ba ttery, contact the M oxa RMA service team.

ATTENTION

There is

a risk

of explosion if the battery is replaced by an

incorrect type of battery.

Cellular Module

The UC-8100 come s with a PCIe socket inside for wir eless
communication. Follow these steps:

1. Remove the screws on the side panel, and take off the cover.

2. Find the location of the PCIe socket. Insert the cellular module
into the socket. Fasten the socket with screws.

3. Next you need to install the antenna cable. There are two
antenna connectors on the cellular module. Connect the cable
onto either connector.

4. Install the other end of the cable onto the connector on the
front panel of the UC-8100. Remove the black plastic cover
first.

5. Install the connector, place the locker washer first, and then
insert the nut. Connec t the antenna onto the connector.

Wi-Fi Module

1. Use the two silver screws to fasten the stabilization bracket to
the Wi-Fi module. Make sure you connect the bracket in the
correct direction. Insert the Wi-Fi module into the PCIe socket,
and then fasten the bracket in place using the two black
screws.

2. Next you need to install the antenna cable. There are two
antenna connectors on the Wi-Fi module. Connect the cable
onto either connector.

3. Install the other end of the cable onto the connector on the
front panel of the UC-8100. Remove the black plastic cover
first.

4. Install the connector, place the locker washer first, and then
insert the nut. Connec t the antenna onto the connector.

Connecting the UC-8100 to a PC

1. Configure the serial console po rt with the follo wing settings:

Baudrate=115200 bps, Parity=None, Data bits=8, Stop
bits =1, Flow Control=None

ATTENTION

Remember to choose the “VT100” terminal type. Use the
CBL

-RJ45F9-150 cable included in the package

to connect a

PC to the UC-8100’s serial console port.

2. For better network security, we suggest that you download an
SSH program, such as PuTTY, to connect to the UC- 8112,
using the follo wing IP address and login inform ation.

Default IP Address

Netmask

LAN 1

192.168.3.127

255.255.255.0

LAN 2

192.168.4.127

255.255.255.0

Login: moxa
Password: moxa