Technologic Systems TS-ENC530 User Manual

Enclosure TS-530 User Manual

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Table of Contents

Product Overview ......................................................................................4

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

Features and Benefits............................................................................................... 4

Related Products....................................................................................................... 4

Software and Support............................................................................................... 4

Installing the Enclosure ............................................................................5

Electrostatic Discharge (ESD) precautions............................................................ 5

Setup and Installation Instructions ......................................................................... 5

Setup Procedure .............................................................................................................5

Disconnecting AC Power.................................................................................................5

Components...............................................................................................6

Standard Headers and Connectors......................................................................... 6

Front Panel......................................................................................................................6

Rear Panel ......................................................................................................................6

COM1 9-Pin SubD Outs Table ........................................................................................7

COM2 9-Pin SubD Outs Table ........................................................................................8

Product Specifications............................................................................10

Dimensions .............................................................................................................. 10

Cabling ..................................................................................................................... 10

Environmental .........................................................................................................10

Options and Other Features ...................................................................11

Limited Warranty .....................................................................................12

Repairs ..................................................................................................................... 12

Not Covered............................................................................................................. 12

Out-of-Warranty Repairs ........................................................................................ 12

Regulatory Notices..................................................................................13

FCC Advisory Statement........................................................................................ 13

Appendix A: Enclosure Views ................................................................14

Appendix B: User Manual Revisions .....................................................15

Contact Information.................................................................................16

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Product Overview

Introduction

The Technologic Systems TS-ENC530 is a metal enclosure designed to house the TS-3300 or

TS-5300 single-board computers and two PC/104 peripheral boards. This manual is intended

to provide the user with an overview of the enclosure’s features, benefits, specifications, and
set up procedures. It also contains important safety information.

Features and Benefits

The switching power regulator efficiently converts 12-38 VDC to regulated +5 VDC

required by the SBC

COM ports adapted to standard 9-pin Sub-D

Status LED's for Ethernet port are visible

Power Good LED visible on the rear panel

Surge suppression on DC power input

Sturdy metallic design reduces noise

Dimensions of the enclosure are 2-3/8" x 5" x 6"

Related Products

The TS-ENC530 enclosure is designed for the following single-board computers:

TS-3300

TS-5300

Software and Support

Free system software and documentation updates available on our web site

Free technical support by phone, fax, or email

30-day, money back guarantee on evaluation units

One-year, full warranty

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Installing the Enclosure

Electrostatic Discharge (ESD) precautions

Before performing any set up or placement procedures, take the precautions outlined in this
section.

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Be sure to take appropriate Electrostatic Discharge (ESD) precautions.

Disconnect the power cable at the rear panel of the enclosure before moving,
cabling, or performing any set up procedures.

Setup and Installation Instructions

Follow these guidelines for safety and maximum product performance:

Observe local health and safety requirements and guidelines for manual material handling.

Set the enclosure on a level surface with adequate ventilation.

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Ensure the rubber feet are used for protection and stability on level surfaces.

Wall-mount the unit if placement on a level surface is not available, or desired.

Setup Tools

Depending on the placement and cabling of the enclosure, you may need the following tools:

Small flat-blade screwdriver

Small Phillips screwdriver

Setup Procedure

After locating, setting up, grounding, and cabling the enclosure:

1. Apply power to the unit.

The amber-colored LED on the rear panel should be lit.

2. Monitor COM2 using a terminal emulator to verify that the enclosure is operating

properly.

Disconnecting AC Power

1. Unplug the power cord from the power source.

2. Disconnect the power cord from the rear panel of the enclosure.

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Components

Standard Headers and Connectors

Front Panel

See Appendix A for a view of the enclosure’s front panel.

Rear Panel

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TS Enclosure 530 Rear Panel Connectors

The rear panel of the metal enclosure has four connectors and two additional elements, as
indicated in the above view. Identifiers, and a description for each, are listed in the tables
below.

Identifier Connector Description

11
22
33
44

Ethernet
COM1
COM2
12-38VDC

Additional Elements

Identifier Description

55
66

Power Indicator LED
Chassis Grounding Lug

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Enclosure TS-530 Ethernet Port

Ethernet: The Ethernet connector is a standard RJ-45 socket. It can be used to connect a

standard 10baseT Ethernet cable into the enclosed EPC.

Enclosure TS-530 COM1 Port

COM1: COM1 is brought in from the enclosed SBC. This 9-pin SubD connector is

industry standard for a PC. The TxD, RxD, RTS, CTS, and ground pins are supported for
RS-232 communications.

See the table below for RS-485 operation.

COM1 9-Pin SubD Outs Table

Half Duplex RS-485 RS-232 Full Duplex RS-485

9-Pin
SubD

11
22
33
44
55
66
77
88
99

Signal

RX/TX +

Ground
RX/TX -

9-Pin
SubD

11
22
33
44
55
66
77
88
99

Signal

Receive data
Transmit data

Ground

Request to Send
Clear to Send

9-Pin
SubD

11
22
33
44
55
66
77
88
99

Signal

TX +

RX +
Ground
TX -

RX -

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COM 2: COM2 is brought in from the base SBC. This 9-pin SubD connector is industry

standard for a PC. The TxD, RxD, RTS, CTS, and ground pins are supported for RS-232
communications.

COM2 9-Pin SubD Outs Table

Enclosure TS-530 COM2 Port, Pin 1

RS-232

9-Pin
SubD

11
22
33
44
55
66
77
88
99

Signal

Receive data
Transmit data

Ground

Request to Send
Clear to Send

12-38VDC: The three-pin connector accepts 12-38 VDC of external power to supply

Power Indicator Light: The amber-colored LED indicator on the rear panel, shown

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Enclosure TS-530 12-38 VDC Connector

power to the board.

Power Indicator Light

highlighted above in red, is the power LED. It is lit whenever power is applied to the unit.

Chassis Grounding Lug

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Chassis Grounding Lug: The lug labeled with the chassis ground symbol is used to

ground the chassis (optional).

Note

Connec

t this to earth ground during installation.

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Product Specifications

Dimensions

The TS Enclosure 530 measures 2-3/8" x 5" x 6"

Cabling

A mating power connector is supplied with the enclosure

A null modem cable is available as CB7-05

Environmental

To ensure optimum product operation you must maintain the operational environmental
specifications listed in the table below.

Environmental
Specifications

Ambient Temperature

Relative Humidity

Standard Temp
Products

0 - 60° C

The internal temperature
must not exce

Not to exceed 90%
noncondensing

ed +70° C.

Extended Temp Products

Allow for a much greater range.

Note: Refer to your pro
or contact Customer Service at
Technologic Systems if the
environmental temperature of the
location is in doubt.

Not to exceed 90% noncondensing.

duct manual,

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Options and Other Features

RS-485 is optional on COM1

A wall-mounted power supply is available for this product

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Limited Warranty

Technologic Systems warrants this product to be free of defects in material and workmanship
for a period of one year from date of purchase.

Repairs

During this warranty period Technologic Systems will repair or replace the defective unit in
accordance with the following process:

A copy of the original invoice must be included when returning the defective unit to
Technologic Systems, Inc. at the address below.

Not Covered

This limited warranty does not cover damages resulting from lighting or other power surges,
misuse, abuse, abnormal conditions of operation, or attempts to alter or modify the function of
the product.

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This warranty is limited to the repair or replacement of the defective unit. In no
event shall Technologic Sy
damages, including but not limited to any lost profits, incidental or
consequential damages, loss of business, or anticipatory profits arising from
the use or inability to use this product.

stems be liable or responsible for any loss or

Out-of-Warranty Repairs

Repairs made after the expiration of the warranty period are subject to a repair charge and the
cost of return shipping.

Please contact Technologic Systems to arrange for any repair service and to obtain repair
charge cost information.

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Regulatory Notices

FCC Advisory Statement

! Warning

This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and if not installed and
used properly (that is, in strict accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions), may cause
interference to radio and television reception. It has been type tested and found to comply with
the limits for a Class A computing device in accordance with the specifications in Subpart J of
Part 15 of FCC Rules, which are designed to provide reasonable protection against such
interference when operated in a commercial environment. Operation of this equipment in a
residential area is likely to cause interference, in which case the owner at his own expense will
be required to correct the interference.

If this equipment does cause interference, which can be determined by turning the unit on and
off, the user is encouraged to try the following measures to correct the interference:

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1. Reorient the receiving antenna.

2. Relocate the unit with respect to the receiver.

3. Plug the unit into a different outlet so that the unit and receiver are on different branch

circuits.

4. Ensure that mounting screws and connector attachment screws are tightly secured.

5. Ensure that good quality, shielded, and grounded cables are used for all data

communications.

If necessary, the user should consult the dealer or an experienced radio/television technician
for additional suggestions. The following booklets prepared by the Federal Communications
Commission (FCC) may also prove helpful:

How to Identify and Resolve Radio-TV Interference Problems (Stock No. 004-000-

000345-4)

Interface Handbook (Stock No. 004-000-004505-7)

These booklets may be purchased from the Superintendent of Documents, U.S. Government
Printing Office, Washington, DC 20402

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Appendix A: Enclosure Views

Enclosure TS-530 Front-Top View

Enclosure TS-530 Rear Panel View

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Appendix B: User Manual Revisions

Date of Issue/Revision Revision Number Comments

July 2004
July 2008
June 2009 1.2 Updated mailing address

1.0

1.1

First release
Fixed broken web links

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FAX [phone]

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