VersaLogic Blackbird VL-EPU4562, Blackbird VL-EPU4462 Hardware Reference Manual
Blackbird
Trusted Platform Module
Hardware
Reference
Manual
REV. August 2018
(VL-EPU4562/4462)
Intel® Core™-based Embedded
Processing Unit with SATA, Dual
Ethernet, USB, Digital I/O, Serial,
Video, Mini PCIe Sockets, SPX,
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Product Revision Notes
Revision 1.00 Initial release
Revision 1.01 Replaced block diagram
Revision 1.02 Updated Web links and WDT information
Revision 1.03 Updated Power Connector Pinout diagram (Figure 7)
Revision 1.04 Replaced Power Connector Pinout diagram (Figure 7)
Support Page
The Blackbird Support Page contains additional information and resources for this product
including:
Operating system information and software drivers
Data sheets and manufacturers links for chips used in this product
BIOS information and upgrades
VersaTech KnowledgeBase
The VersaTech KnowledgeBase contains useful technical information about VersaLogic
products, along with product advisories.
Customer Support
If you are unable to solve a problem after reading this manual, visiting the product support page,
or searching the KnowledgeBase, contact VersaLogic Technical Support at (503) 747-2261.
VersaLogic support engineers are also available via e-mail at Support@VersaLogic.com.
Repair Service
If your product requires service, you must obtain a Returned Material Authorization (RMA)
number by calling 503-747-2261. Be ready to provide the following information:
Your name, the name of your company, your phone number, and e-mail address
The name of a technician or engineer that can be contacted if any questions arise
The quantity of items being returned
The model and serial number (barcode) of each item
A detailed description of the problem
Steps you have taken to resolve or recreate the problem
The return shipping address
Warranty Repair All parts and labor charges are covered, including return shipping
Non-warranty Repair All approved non-warranty repairs are subject to diagnosis and labor
charges for UPS Ground delivery to United States addresses.
charges, parts charges and return shipping fees. Specify the shipping
method you prefer and provide a purchase order number for invoicing
the repair.
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Note:
Electrostatic discharge (ESD) can damage circuit boards, disk drives, and other
not slide the board over any surface.
After removing the board from its protective wrapper, place the board on a grounded,
static-free surface, component side up. Use an antistatic foam pad if available.
The board should also be protected inside a closed metallic antistatic envelope during
Avoid touching the exposed circuitry with your fingers when handling the board. Though
defaults.
All mounting standoffs should be connected to earth ground (chassis ground). This
provides proper grounding for EMI purposes.
Mark the RMA number clearly on the outside of the box before returning.
Cautions
Electrostatic Discharge
Note: The exterior coating on some metallic antistatic bags is sufficiently conductive to cause
excessive battery drain if the bag comes in contact with the bottom side of the Blackbird.
CAUTION:
components. The circuit board must only be handled at an ESD workstation. If an
approved station is not available, some measure of protection can be provided by
wearing a grounded antistatic wrist strap. Keep all plastic away from the board, and do
shipment or storage.
Handling Care
CAUTION:
it will not damage the circuitry, it is possible that small amounts of oil or perspiration on
the skin could have enough conductivity to cause the contents of CMOS RAM to
become corrupted through careless handling, resulting in CMOS resetting to factory
Earth Ground Requirement
CAUTION:
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Contents
Cautions ............................................................................................................................. iv
Electrostatic Discharge ......................................................................................... iv
Handling Care ....................................................................................................... iv
Earth Ground Requirement ................................................................................... iv
Introduction ................................................................................................................... 9
Features ............................................................................................................................... 9
Technical Specifications ................................................................................................... 10
Block Diagram .................................................................................................................. 11
Dimensions and Mounting ................................................................................................ 12
Blackbird Dimensions ......................................................................................... 12
Configuration and Setup ............................................................................................. 13
Initial Configuration ......................................................................................................... 13
Basic Setup ....................................................................................................................... 13
BIOS Setup Utility ............................................................................................................ 15
Default BIOS Setup Values ................................................................................. 15
Operating System Installation ........................................................................................... 15
Jumper Blocks .................................................................................................................. 16
Jumper As-Shipped Configuration ...................................................................... 16
Jumper Configuration Summary .......................................................................... 16
Board Features ............................................................................................................ 18
CPU ................................................................................................................................... 18
CPU Die Temperature ......................................................................................... 18
System RAM ..................................................................................................................... 19
I/O Interfaces .................................................................................................................... 19
Real-Time Clock (RTC) ................................................................................................... 19
External Connectors ......................................................................................................... 20
Baseboard Connector Locations .......................................................................... 20
Power Delivery ................................................................................................................. 22
Main Power Connector ........................................................................................ 22
Cabling ................................................................................................................. 23
Power Requirements ............................................................................................ 23
Power Delivery Considerations ........................................................................... 23
Power Button ....................................................................................................... 24
Supported Power States ....................................................................................... 24
Battery Power Options ......................................................................................... 25
External Speaker ............................................................................................................... 26
Push-button Reset ............................................................................................................. 26
CPU Fan Connector .......................................................................................................... 27
Cabling ................................................................................................................. 28
LEDs ................................................................................................................................. 28
Power-Good/Fault Indicator LEDs ...................................................................... 30
Mass Storage Interfaces ............................................................................................. 31
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SATA Interface ................................................................................................................. 31
Multi-purpose I/O ......................................................................................................... 33
USB Interfaces .................................................................................................................. 33
Mini PCIe Sockets ............................................................................................................ 34
W_DISABLE# Signal .......................................................................................... 36
Mini PCIe Card Status LEDs ............................................................................... 37
User I/O Connector ........................................................................................................... 38
Cabling ................................................................................................................. 39
Analog-to-Digital and Digital to Analog Converter Interface .......................................... 40
Cabling ................................................................................................................. 41
SPX™ Expansion Bus ...................................................................................................... 42
Cabling ................................................................................................................. 43
Serial I/O ...................................................................................................................... 44
Serial Ports ........................................................................................................................ 44
Serial Port Connector Pinout ............................................................................... 45
Cabling ................................................................................................................. 45
COM Port Configuration ..................................................................................... 46
Console Redirection ......................................................................................................... 46
Video Interfaces ........................................................................................................... 47
Mini DisplayPort++ (DP++) Connectors ......................................................................... 47
VGA Output......................................................................................................... 49
LVDS Interface ................................................................................................................. 50
LVDS Flat Panel Display Connector ................................................................... 50
LVDS Backlight Connector ................................................................................. 52
Network Interfaces ...................................................................................................... 53
Ethernet Connector .............................................................................................. 53
Cabling ................................................................................................................. 54
Ethernet Status LEDs ........................................................................................... 55
VL-CBR-4005B Paddleboard ....................................................................................... 56
VL-CBR-4005B Connectors and Indicators ........................................................ 56
User I/O Connector .............................................................................................. 57
Cabling ................................................................................................................. 58
On-board Battery ................................................................................................. 58
Auxiliary I/O Connector ...................................................................................... 59
Dimensions and Mounting Holes ........................................................................ 60
Digital and Analog I/O Paddleboards ......................................................................... 61
Analog I/O (Using VL-CBR-2004) .................................................................................. 61
Digital I/O (Using VL-CBR-2005) ................................................................................... 62
Dimensions and Mounting Holes ..................................................................................... 63
Thermal Considerations ............................................................................................. 64
Selecting the Correct Thermal Solution for Your Application ........................................ 64
Heat Plate ............................................................................................................. 64
System-level Considerations ............................................................................... 64
CPU Thermal Trip Points .................................................................................... 65
Thermal Specifications, Restrictions, and Conditions ........................................ 67
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Overall Restrictions and Conditions: ................................................................... 67
Heat Plate Only Restrictions and Conditions: ..................................................... 67
Heat Sink Only Considerations: .......................................................................... 67
Heat Sink with Fan Considerations: .................................................................... 67
EPU-4562/4462 Thermal Characterization ...................................................................... 68
Test Results.......................................................................................................... 69
Hardware Assembly ............................................................................................. 71
Installing the VL-HDW-417 Passive Heat Sink .................................................. 72
Installing the VL-HDW-418 Heat Sink Fan ........................................................ 73
KNOWN ISSUES .......................................................................................................... 74
Figures
Figure 1. Blackbird (VL-EPU-4562/4462) Block Diagram .......................................................................... 11
Figure 2. Blackbird Dimensions and Mounting Holes .................................................................................. 12
Figure 3. Typical Development Configuration .............................................................................................. 14
Figure 4. Jumpers As-Shipped Configuration................................................................................................ 16
Figure 5. Top Baseboard Connector Locations ............................................................................................. 20
Figure 6. Bottom Baseboard Connector Locations ....................................................................................... 21
Figure 7. Main Power Connector Pin Orientation ......................................................................................... 22
Figure 8. Location and Pin Orientation of the Battery Connector ................................................................. 25
Figure 9. VL-CBR-0203 Latching Battery Module ....................................................................................... 26
Figure 10. Location and Pin Orientation of the CPU Fan Connector ............................................................ 27
Figure 11. Location of Status Indicator LEDs ............................................................................................... 28
Figure 12. Location of the SATA Connectors ............................................................................................... 31
Figure 13. Location of the USB Ports ........................................................................................................... 33
Figure 14. Location of Mini PCIe Sockets .................................................................................................... 34
Figure 15. Mini PCIe Status LEDs ................................................................................................................ 37
Figure 16. Location and Pin Orientation of the User I/O Connector ............................................................. 38
Figure 17. Location and Pin Orientation of the Analog-to-Digital Input Connector ..................................... 40
Figure 18. SPX Connector Location and Pin Configuration ......................................................................... 42
Figure 19. Location and Pin Orientation of the Serial I/O Connectors .......................................................... 44
Figure 20. Location of the Mini DisplayPort++ Connector ........................................................................... 48
Figure 21. VL-CBR-2032 Mini DisplayPort to VGA Adapter ...................................................................... 49
Figure 22. Location of the LVDS Connectors ............................................................................................... 50
Figure 23. Location and Pin Orientation of the Ethernet Connector ............................................................. 53
Figure 24. Onboard Ethernet Status LEDs .................................................................................................... 55
Figure 25. VL-CBR-4005B Connectors, Switches, and LEDs ...................................................................... 56
Figure 26. Location and Pin Orientation of the User I/O Connector ............................................................. 57
Figure 27. Location and Pin Orientation of Auxiliary I/O Connector ........................................................... 59
Figure 28. VL-CBR-4005B Dimensions and Mounting Holes ...................................................................... 60
Figure 29. Analog I/O and Ground Terminal Block Pinouts ......................................................................... 62
Figure 30. Digital I/O and Ground Terminal Block Pinouts.......................................................................... 63
Figure 31. CBR-2004B Dimensions and Mounting Holes ............................................................................ 63
Figure 32. EPU-4562-EBP Quad Core Temperature Relative to Ambient Temperature .............................. 69
Figure 33. EPU-4562-ECP Quad Core Temperature Relative to Ambient Temperature .............................. 70
Figure 34. Hardware Assembly with Heat Plate Down ................................................................................. 71
Figure 35. Installing the Passive Heat Sink ................................................................................................... 72
Figure 36. Installing the Heat Sink Fan ......................................................................................................... 73
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Tables
Table 1: Jumper Block Configurations .......................................................................................................... 16
Table 2: Blackbird Memory Characteristics .................................................................................................. 19
Table 3: Main Power Connector Pinout ........................................................................................................ 23
Table 4: Supported Power States ................................................................................................................... 24
Table 5: CPU Fan Connector Pinout ............................................................................................................. 27
Table 6. SATA Port Configuration................................................................................................................ 32
Table 7: Mini PCIe / mSATA Socket Pinout ................................................................................................ 35
Table 8: Mini PCIe Card Status LEDs .......................................................................................................... 37
Table 9: User I/O Connector Pinout and Pin Orientation .............................................................................. 39
Table 10: Analog-to-Digital and Digital to Analog Input Connector Pinout ................................................. 41
Table 11: SPX Connector Pinout .................................................................................................................. 43
Table 12: COM1/COM2 Connector Pinout ................................................................................................... 45
Table 13: COM3/COM4 Connector Pinout ................................................................................................... 45
Table 14: Mini DisplayPort++ Connector Pinout .......................................................................................... 48
Table 15: LVDS Flat Panel Display Connector Pinout ................................................................................. 50
Table 16: LVDS Backlight Connector Pinout ............................................................................................... 52
Table 17: Ethernet Connector Pinout ............................................................................................................ 54
Table 18. Ethernet Status LED Details .......................................................................................................... 55
Table 19: User I/O Connector Pinout ............................................................................................................ 57
Table 20: Auxiliary I/O Connector Pinout .................................................................................................... 59
Table 21. CBR-2004B Pinouts ...................................................................................................................... 61
Table 22: CPU Thermal Trip Points .............................................................................................................. 65
Table 23: Temperature Monitoring Programs ............................................................................................... 66
Table 24: Absolute Minimum and Maximum Air Temperatures ................................................................... 67
Table 25: EPU-4562/4462 Thermal Testing Setup ....................................................................................... 68
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Options for Intel Core* “SkyLake”
Trusted Platform Module
1
Features
The Blackbird (VL-EPU-4562/4462) is a compact, rugged x86 type board-level embedded
computer. It is designed and tested to meet military and medical requirements for smaller, lighter,
low power embedded systems. The Blackbird is a member of the VersaLogic family of ultrarugged embedded x86 computers. This embedded computer, equipped with a 6th Generation
Intel Core
vibration.
This embedded computer, equipped with an Intel Core processor, is designed to withstand
extreme temperature, impact, and vibration. Its features include:
Introduction
Introduction
* “Skylake” processor, is designed to withstand extreme temperature, impact, and
dual and quad core processors with
clock rates up to 2.0 GHz
Integrated high-performance video.
Intel HD 520 and 530 - Gen-9
compute architecture, 24 execution
units, and GPU Turbo Boost.
Supports DirectX 12, OpenGL 4.4,
OpenCL 2.0.
Dual Mini DisplayPort and LVDS
video outputs. LVDS backlight
control
Up to 32 GB DDR4 memory
Dual Gigabit Ethernet ports
Dual USB 3.0 port and four USB 2.0
ports support keyboard, mouse, and
other devices
Four RS-232/422/485 serial ports,
audio output, and I
The Blackbird is compatible with popular operating systems including Microsoft
Windows
*
10/WES7, and Linux (see the VersaLogic OS Compatibility Chart).
2
C support
Three 8254 timer/counters
On-board data acquisition support.
Eight multi-range analog inputs, four
analog outputs, and twenty four 3.3V
digital I/O lines
Dual 6 Gb/s SATA ports support
bootable SATA hard drives
Two Full and one half-sized Mini PCIe
Card sockets. Supports Wi-Fi modems,
GPS, MIL-STD-1553, Ethernet, flash
data storage with auto-detect mSATA
flash storage support, and other mini
PCIe modules.
Support for SPI and SPX devices,
including low cost analog and digital
modules.
Customization available
*
Blackbird EPUs receive 100% functional testing and are backed by a limited five-year warranty.
Careful parts sourcing and US-based technical support ensure the highest possible quality,
reliability, service, and product longevity for this exceptional EPU.
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Technical Specifications
Refer to the Blackbird Data Sheet for complete specifications. Specifications are subject to
change without notification.
Introduction
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PCIe Port 1
Ethernet
InterfaceOn-Board
Key :
COMc-44/COMb-45
COMe Type 6 AB,CD Conn
P08-P13
PCIe Port 0
DualLVDS (A,B)
USB 2.0 Port 2
USB 2.0 Port 3
USB 2.0 Port 4
USB 2.0 Port 5
USB 2.0 Port 6
USB_OC01#
USB_OC23#
USB_OC45#
USB_OC67#
SATAPort 0,1
LPC
SMBus
LID#
BATTLOW#
SPI
BIOS_DIS0#
BIOS_DIS1#
Express Card Port 0
Express Card Port 1
HDA
UART Port 0
UART Port 1
I
2
C Bus
SPKR
VBATT
CB_WDT
SLEEP#
Pwr Mgmt
(SLP_S3#, et al)
Not Used
PCIe Ref Clk
Clock
Fanout
(1:4)
Debug Port
ToMinicard #1
ToMinicard #2
ToMinicard #3
ToI210
Minicard #2
(Full Size)
Minicard #1
(Full Size)
DP++ (DP/HDMI)
mini-DP #2
1mm Hirose
USB VBUS
Power
Switches
V12_COME
V5SB
LVDSBacklight
SATAConn
LPC Clock
Mag
Mag
E-Mux
USB0
2.0
USB2
2.0
USB1
2.0
USB3
2.0
Pico-Clasp
Not Used
Ethernet 0
GigE MAC/PHY
2 On-board Link/Activity Ethernet LEDs & 2 Off-Board
2x8
Clik-Mate
Connector
USB 2.0 Port 7
Not Used
GPIOs/SDIO
User I/O
PLED
On/Off
PB
Reset
PB
RST_BTN# PWR_BTN#
CBR-4005 Paddleboard
AUX
Connector
Batt
I
2
C
BATT
CONN
Power Input
Regulators, Power
Switches(5V, 3.3V,
1.5V)
PCIe/SATA
PCIe
USB
FPGA
A3P600-FG256
(17x17FBGA)
SMBus
Multifunction 3.3V GPIO (x8)
Ethernet Link/Status LEDs (x2)
USB0
USB1
USB2
USB3
PCIe Buffer
FAN_TACHIN
FAN_PWMOUT
PCIE_WAKE#
Not Used
USBAudio
Audio Conn
Wide-Range
Boost/Buck
Regulator
Clock
Fanout
(1:2)
TPM
SPX
SPI SS0/1
Analog I/O
Conn
A/D
Converter
(8 ch)
SPI
XCVR
COM
CONN
9-Pin PicoClasp
FAN
CONN
SUS_S3#
SUS_S4#
SUS_STAT#
THRMTRIP#
PWROK
PWR_BTN#
SYS_RST#
USB 3.0 Ports 2,3
USB 3.0 Ports 0,1
USB 2.0 Ports 0,1
USB 3.0
PCIe Port 4
PCIe Port 5 PCIe
Port 6 (CD) PCIe
Port 7 (CD)
Not Used
Not Used
D/A
Converter
(4 ch)
RAID Drives 0,1
SATAPort 3 (COMb-45)
DDI2 (CD)
3-Port
USB
Hub
Minicard #3
(Half Size)
USB
PCIe Port 2
PCIe
DDI3 (CD)
x16 PEG (CD)
CRT (VGA)
Not Used
BIOS Flash
Not Used
I2C-to-GPIO
DIO Conn
Not Used
Watchdog Reset
2x 10-pin Pico-Clasp (CBR-2004)
2x 10-pin Pico-Clasp (CBR-2005)
SMBus
Res Mux
PCIe Port 3
To FPGA
TVS, RF Filters,
OVP/UVP Circuit
Breaker
24Mhz
Not Used
Not using TPM on COM
Not Used
enables
OC
SATAPort 2
DDI1 (CD)
DP++ (DP/HDMI)
mini-DP #1
Not Used
Block Diagram
Figure 1. Blackbird (VL-EPU-4562/4462) Block Diagram
Introduction
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125.00
4.00
121.00
95.00
4.00
91.00
34.00
45.00
Dimensions and Mounting
Blackbird Dimensions
The figure below provides the board’s dimensions (COM Express Basic size base).
Figure 2. Blackbird Dimensions and Mounting Holes
(Not to scale. All dimensions in millimeters.)
Introduction
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2
Initial Configuration
The following components are recommended for a typical development system with the
Blackbird EPU:
ATX power supply
VL-CBR-4005B paddleboard and VL-CBR-4005A cable. Refer to the chapter titled “VL-
CBR-4005B Paddleboard”, beginning on page 56 for details on the VL-CBR-4005B
paddleboard.
USB keyboard and mouse
SATA hard drive
USB CD-ROM drive
Configuration and Setup
VGA monitor and a VL-CBR-2032 Mini DisplayPort-to-VGA adapter
A thermal solution (using either VersaLogic accessories or a customer-designed solution)
You will also need an operating system (OS) installation CD-ROM.
Basic Setup
The following steps outline the procedure for setting up a typical development system. The
Blackbird should be handled at an ESD workstation or while wearing a grounded antistatic wrist
strap.
Before you begin, unpack the Blackbird and accessories. Verify that you received all the items
you ordered. Inspect the system visually for any damage that may have occurred in shipping.
Contact Support@VersaLogic.com
Gather all the peripheral devices you plan to attach to the Blackbird as well as their interface and
power cables. Attach standoffs to the board to stabilize it and make it easier to work with.
The next figure shows a typical setup for the Blackbird in the development environment.
immediately if any items are damaged or missing.
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Figure 3. Typical Development Configuration
Configuration and Setup
1. Attach Cables and Peripherals
Attach a VGA monitor to either of the baseboard’s Mini DisplayPort++ connectors using a
VL-CBR-2032.
Attach a SATA hard disk to the either of the baseboard’s SATA connectors using a VL-
CBR-0701 or VL-CBR-0702 cable.
Attach a VL-CBR-4005B paddleboard to the baseboard’s User I/O connector.
Connect a USB keyboard and USB mouse to one of the USB Type-A connectors on the VL-
CBR-4005B paddleboard.
Attach a USB CD-ROM drive to one of the USB Type-A connectors on the VL-CBR-4005B
paddleboard.
2. Connect Power Source
Plug the power adapter cable VL-CBR-0809 into the main power connector on the
baseboard. Attach the motherboard connector of the ATX power supply to the adapter.
Attach an ATX power cable to any 3.5-inch drive that is not already attached to the power
supply (hard drive or CD-ROM drive).
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3. Install Thermal Solution
CAUTION: If BIOS default settings make the system unbootable and prevent the user
from entering the BIOS Setup utility, the Blackbird must be serviced by the factory.
See Installing VersaLogic Thermal Solutions.
4. Review Configuration
Before you power up the system, double-check all the connections. Make sure all cables are
oriented correctly, that adequate power is supplied to the Blackbird and all attached
peripheral devices.
5. Power On
Turn on the ATX power supply and the video monitor. If the system is correctly configured,
a video signal should be present.
6. Install Operating System
Install the operating system according to the instructions provided by the operating system
manufacturer.
BIOS Setup Utility
Configuration and Setup
Refer to the VersaLogic System Utility Reference Manual for information on how to configure
the Blackbird BIOS.
The Blackbird permits you to store user-defined BIOS settings. This enables you to retrieve those
settings from cleared or corrupted CMOS RAM, or battery failure. All BIOS defaults can be
changed, except the time and date. BIOS defaults can be updated with the BIOS Update Utility.
Default BIOS Setup Values
After CMOS RAM clears, the system loads default BIOS parameters the next time the board
powers on. The default CMOS RAM setup values are used in order to boot the system whenever
the main CMOS RAM values are blank, or when the system battery is dead or has been removed
from the board.
Operating System Installation
The standard PC architecture used on the Blackbird makes the installation and use of most of the
standard x86-based operating systems very simple. The operating systems listed on the
VersaLogic Software Support
maker of the operating system. Special optimized hardware drivers for a particular operating
system, or a link to the drivers, are available on the
page use the standard installation procedures provided by the
Blackbird Support Page.
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Jumper Blocks
Jumper
Block
Jumper Out: Not terminated (RS-232) (default)
Jumper Out: Not terminated (RS-232) (default)
Jumper Out: Not terminated (RS-232) (default)
Jumper Out: Not terminated (RS-232) (default)
Jumper As-Shipped Configuration
Figure 4. Jumpers As-Shipped Configuration
Configuration and Setup
Jumper Configuration Summary
Table 1: Jumper Block Configurations
Pins Function Description
1-2
V1
3-4
1-2
V2
3-4
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COM1 Endpoint
Termination
COM2 Endpoint
termination
COM3 Endpoint
Termination
COM4 Endpoint
termination
Jumper In: Endpoint termination (for RS-485 or RS-422)
Jumper In: Endpoint termination (for RS-485 or RS-422)
Jumper In: Endpoint termination (for RS-485 or RS-422)
Jumper In: Endpoint termination (for RS-485 or RS-422)
Configuration and Setup
Jumper
Module (default)
Jumper Out: Backup BIOS is not write-protected
Block
V3 1-2
V4 1-2
Pins Function Description
Primary/Backup
BIOS Select
Backup BIOS
Write Protect
Jumper In: Use Backup BIOS on the base board
Jumper Out: Use Primary BIOS on the COM Express
Jumper In: Backup BIOS is write-protected (default)
Note: Backup BIOS write protection is not currently implemented
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CPU
3
Board Features
Board Features
The Intel Core* SoC features integrated 3D graphics, video encode and decode, and memory and
display controllers in one package. The following CPU configurations are available:
VL-EPU-4462-SAP-08: Intel Core i3-6100U – 2.3 GHz, Dual Core (8 GB memory support)
VL-EPU-4462-SBP-16: Intel Core i5-6300U – 2.4 GHz, Dual Core (16 GB memory support)
VL-EPU-4462-SCP-16 **: Intel Core i7-6600U – 2.6 GHz, Dual Core (16 GB memory
support)
VL-EPU-4462-EAP-08: Intel Core i3-6100U – 2.3 GHz, Dual Core (8 GB memory support)
VL-EPU-4462-EBP-16: Intel Core i5-6300U – 2.4 GHz, Dual Core (16 GB memory support)
VL-EPU-4462-EBP-16: Intel Core i5-6300U – 2.4 GHz, Dual Core (16 GB memory support)
VL-EPU-4462-EBP-16: Intel Core i5-6300U – 2.4 GHz, Dual Core (16 GB memory support)
VL-EPU-4462-EBP-16**: Intel Core i7-6600U – 2.6 GHz, Dual Core (16 GB memory
support)
VL-EPU-4562-ECP-16: Intel Core i7-6822EQ – 2.0 GHz, Quad Core (16 GB memory
support)
VL-EPU-4562-ECP-32: Intel Core i7-6822EQ – 2.0 GHz, Quad Core (32 GB memory
support)
VL-EPU-4562-SBP-16: Intel Core i5-6442EQ – 1.9 GHz, Quad Core (16 GB memory
support)
VL-EPU-4562-SCP-16: Intel Core i7-6822EQ – 2.0 GHz, Quad Core (16 GB memory
support)
VL-EPU-4562-SCP-32: Intel Core i7-6822EQ – 2.0 GHz, Quad Core (32 GB memory
support)
** Note: Special Order Product – Contact VersaLogic Sales for more information
CPU Die Temperature
The CPU die temperature is affected by numerous conditions, such as CPU utilization, CPU
speed, ambient air temperature, airflow, thermal effects of adjacent circuit boards, external heat
sources, and many others.
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The thermal management for the Intel Core series of processors consists of a sensor located in
VL-EPU-4462-SAP-08
VL-EPU-4462-SBP-16
VL-EPU-4462-EBP-16**
VL-EPU-4562-SBP-16
VL-EPU-4562-SCP-16
DDR4
VL-EPU-4562-SCP-32
DDR4
VL-EPU-4462-EAP-08
DDR4
VL-EPU-4462-EBP-16
DDR4
2133 MT/s – Single Channel
VL-EPU-4562-EBP-16
DDR4
2133 MT/s – Single Channel
VL-EPU-4562-ECP-16
DDR4
2133 MT/s – Single Channel
VL-EPU-4562-ECP-32
DDR4
2133 MT/s – Dual Channel
the core processor area. The processor contains multiple techniques to help better manage
thermal attributes of the processor. It implements thermal-based clock throttling and thermalbased speed step transitions. There is one thermal sensor on the processor that triggers Intel's
thermal monitor (the temperature at which the thermal sensor triggers the thermal monitor is set
during the fabrication of the processor). Triggering of this sensor is visible to software by means
of the thermal interrupt LVT entry in the local APIC.
System RAM
The Blackbird has DDR4 memory with the following characteristics:
Table 2: Blackbird Memory Characteristics
Board Model Memory Type Capacity Data Rate
VL-EPU-4462-EBP-16**:
** Note: Special Order Product – Contact VersaLogic Sales for more information
Board Features
DDR4 8 GB 2133 MT/s – Single Channel
DDR4 16 GB 2133 MT/s – Single Channel
DDR4 16 GB 2133 MT/s – Single Channel
DDR4 16 GB 2133 MT/s – Single Channel
16 GB 2133 MT/s – Single Channel
32 GB 2133 MT/s – Dual Channel
8 GB 2133 MT/s – Single Channel
DDR4
16 GB
16 GB
16 GB
16 GB
32 GB
2133 MT/s – Single Channel
I/O Interfaces
Later chapters describe the Blackbird’s I/O interfaces and their associated connectors as follows:
Mass Storage Interfaces (SATA) beginning on page 31
Multi-purpose I/O (USB, Mini PCIe / mSATA, User I/O), beginning on page 33
Serial I/O, beginning on page 44
Video Interfaces (Mini DisplayPort++ and LVDS), beginning on page 47
Network Interfaces, beginning on page 53
Real-Time Clock (RTC)
The Blackbird features a real-time clock/calendar (RTC) circuit. The Blackbird supplies RTC
voltage in S5, S3, and S0 states, but requires an external +2.75 V to +3.3 V battery connection.
Refer to the section titled Battery Power Options on page 25 for more information. The BIOS
Setup utility sets the RTC.
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External Connectors
Baseboard Connector Locations
Figure 5. Top Baseboard Connector Locations
Board Features
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Figure 6. Bottom Baseboard Connector Locations
Board Features
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Power Delivery
Main Power Connector
An 8-pin power connector applies the Main input power to the Blackbird. The figure below
shows the location and the pin orientation of the main power connector. Table 3 lists the pinout
of the main power connector.
Figure 7. Main Power Connector Pin Orientation
Board Features
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Table 3: Main Power Connector Pinout
Main input voltage
(+8V to +30V)
Main input voltage
(+8V to +30V)
Main input voltage
(+8V to +30V)
An open-drain signal
power fault (Note)
The power input is under or over-voltage (not in the 8 - 30V range).
Board Features
Pin Signal Description
1 PWRIN_POS
3 EARTH_GND Earth ground
5 POWER_FAULT
7 PWRIN_NEG Power return
Note: A power fault can be due any of the following conditions:
• The input power is off.
• The main input regulator has failed.
•
• Low if power is OK
• Open if there is a
Pin Signal Description
2 PWRIN_POS
4 PWRIN_POS
6 PWRIN_NEG Power return
8 PWRIN_NEG Power return
Cabling
An adapter cable, part number VL-CBR-0809, is available for connecting the Blackbird to an
ATX power supply.
If your application requires a custom cable, the following information will be useful:
VL-EPU-4562/4462 Board Connector Mating Connector
Molex 055959-0830 Molex 051353-0800
Power Requirements
The Blackbird requires a single +8 to +30 VDC supply capable of providing at least 35 W
average power that can also provide a peak power of 60 W. The input DC supply creates both the
standby and payload voltages provided to the CPU module.
The exact power requirements for the Blackbird depend on several factors, including CPU
configuration (the number of cores, CPU clock rate), memory configuration, peripheral
connections, and attached devices, and others.
The VersaLogic VL-PS-ATX12-300A is a 1U size ATX power supply suitable for use with the
Blackbird. Use the VL-CBR-0809 adapter cable to attach the power supply to the main power
connector.
Power Delivery Considerations
Using the VersaLogic approved power supply (VL-PS-ATX12-300A) and power cable
(VL-CBR-0809) will ensure high quality power delivery to the board. Customers who design
their own power delivery methods should take into consideration the guidelines below to ensure
good power connections.
The specifications for typical operating current do not include any off-board power usage that
fed through the Blackbird power connector. Expansion boards and USB devices plugged into the
board will source additional power through the Blackbird power connector.
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