The function of the BS1 PDA module in RAE–2 Communicator device is
to run all applications that utilize the PDA LCD display of the device. The
GEOS operating system is applied on a 486 based PDA module platform.
This processing platform utilizes the communicator–type user interface
which is accessible when the RAE–2 is opened.
Technical Summary
The BS1 PDA module consists of a printed circuit board with a CPU, two
kinds of memories, a Power unit, HF amplifier circuitry, and an IR–transceiver.
The PDA module is assembled on a single 8–layer printed circuit board.
All components are assembled on one single side. The other side is reserved for keyboard keypads.
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Serial ports, DMA– and LCD controller for timers are integrated in the
CPU. The operating system is GEOS supplied by Geoworks.
The BS1 module includes three non–volatile Flash memories which are
used for two kind of purposes. XIP (executed in place) memory is used
for program file storage and RFD (resident flash disk) memory is writeable for user data.
One DRAM Memory is used for the code execution and for the volatile
storage of the internal run–time system data.
Both memory types (DRAM and Flash) have their own address– and data
bus, routed directly from the CPU.
Table 1. Used memory blocks
Memory typeAmount (Bytes)
Flash (XIP)4M
Flash (RFD)2M
DRAM2M
The BS1 PWRU block regulates the PDA module power and controls the
power-up and -down. After a battery has been connected, the PWRU
gives the CPU system voltage and releases the reset as fast as possible
after which the CPU SW has full power management control. The PWRU
also generates and controls the voltages that the PDA LCD uses. The
PDA has a rechargeable back–up battery which the PWRU block charges
when the main battery is connected. The VBACK voltage is normally always available for real time clock. Power is fed from the battery through
the CMT module to the PDA PWRU. The PWRU has a filter in battery
line to reduce interference from the CMT module. The PWRU provides
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A/D converter readings of the battery voltage and temperature via a parallel interface to the CPU. Many PWRU items can be controlled by register writing or directly via pin. The system voltage is always present until
battery voltage drops below 3.0V.
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The following sections of circuitry are included on the BS1:
PWRU Power supply unit
PDA CPU
IR transceiver
DRAM memory
Flash memory
HF Amplifier
Table 2. Supply Voltages and Power Consumption (continued)
Conn.
3/X800V28_1
21/N450V28_2
46/X830V28_3
16/X830VBB
NOTE : Complete temperature range
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NotesUnitMaximumNominalMinimumLine SymbolPin /
2.702.802.85VDCLCD Logic voltage
14mACurrent
2.702.82.85VDCIrDA Logic voltage
24mACurrent
2.752.82.85VDCMMC supply voltage
0.0150100mACurrent
2.752.82.85VDCBase Band operating voltage
mACurrent
AC Characteristics
MinimumNominalMaximumUnit / Notes
External XT AL
CPU clock33.18MHz, Rise time
Memory bus clock33.18MHz, Rise time
Memory Controller clock66.3552MHz, Rise time
MMC clock during data0.25928.294Mhz, Rise time
MMC clock during identification
32.768kHz
20ppm, accuracy
1–2ns
2–3ns
1–2ns
2–3ns, NOTE1
259.2kHz, Rise time 2–3ns
NOTE: Frequency is a multiple of 259.2kHz
External Signals and Connections
This section describes the external electrical connection and interface levels on BS1 module. The electrical interface specifications are collected
into tables that cover each connector and defined interface.
Table 3. List of Connectors and testpoints
Connector NameCodeNotes
UI flex connectorX800CMT/PDA LCD– and Keyboard signals
Board to Board connectorX830CMT PDA interface
System connector padsX810
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Table 3. List of Connectors and testpoints
(continued)
BS1
NotesCodeConnector Name
Audio connector padsE880, E881,
HF–speaker connection and earpiece connection
E850, E851
Backup battery holderX451
TestpadsE300–E315Testpads ”under” battery pack
Frame connector padsX840Include manufacturing testpads. Is removed before
assembly
TestpointsJ310,
Testpoints around the BS1 PCB.
J400–J404,
J430, J434,
J435,
J440 – J456,
J497 – J499,
J801, J803,
J804, J808,
J854, J880,
J881
UI flex connector
The Interface between the BS2 and BS1 modules comprises a 51–pin
flex connector. The connector includes supply voltage for the BS2 module, and required information signals. Signals from the BS8 module are
also carried via the flex connector.