VIA Technologies ARTiGO A800 User Manual

USER MANUAL

ARTiGO A800

Ultra Compact and Slim Size System

with ARM based VAB-800 board

1.05-11282014-102800

Copyright

No part of this document may be reproduced, transmitted, transcribed, stored in a retrieval system, or translated into any language, in any form or by any means, electronic, mechanical, magnetic, optical, chemical, manual or otherwise without the prior written permission of VIA Technologies, Incorporated.

Trademarks

All trademarks are the property of their respective holders.

Disclaimer

No license is granted, implied or otherwise, under any patent or patent rights of VIA Technologies. VIA Technologies makes no warranties, implied or otherwise, in regard to this document and to the products described in this document. The information provided in this document is believed to be accurate and reliable as of the publication date of this document. However, VIA Technologies assumes no responsibility for the use or misuse of the information (including use or connection of extra device/equipment/add-on card) in this document and for any patent infringements that may arise from the use of this document. The information and product specifications within this document are subject to change at any time, without notice and without obligation to notify any person of such change.

VIA Technologies, Inc. reserves the right the make changes to the products described in this manual at any time without prior notice.

Regulatory Compliance

FCC

FCC----A Radio Frequency Interference Statement

A Radio Frequency Interference Statement

FCCFCC

A Radio Frequency Interference StatementA Radio Frequency Interference Statement This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a class A digital device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference when the equipment is operated in a commercial environment. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instruction manual, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. Operation of this equipment in a residential area is likely to cause harmful interference, in which case the user will be required to correct the interference at his personal expense.

Notice 1

Notice 1Notice 1 The changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user's authority to operate the equipment.

Notice 2

Notice 2Notice 2 Shielded interface cables and A.C. power cord, if any, must be used in order to comply with the emission limits.

Not

Notice 3

ice 3

NotNot

ice 3ice 3 The product described in this document is designed for general use, VIA Technologies assumes no responsibility for the conflicts or damages arising from incompatibility of the product. Check compatibility issue with your local sales representatives before placing an order.

Tested To Comply With FCC Standards FOR HOME OR OFFICE USE

Battery Recycling and Disposal



Only use the appropriate battery specified for this product.



Do not re-use, recharge, or reheat an old battery.



Do not attempt to force open the battery.



Do not discard used batteries with regular trash.



Discard used batteries according to local regulations.

Safety Precautions



Always read the safety instructions carefully.



Keep this User's Manual for future reference.



All cautions and warnings on the equipment should be noted.



Keep this equipment away from humidity.



Lay this equipment on a reliable flat surface before setting it up.



Make sure the voltage of the power source and adjust properly



110/220V before connecting the equipment to the power inlet.



Place the power cord in such a way that people cannot step on it.



Always unplug the power cord before inserting any add-on card or module.



If any of the following situations arises, get the equipment checked by authorized service personnel:



The power cord or plug is damaged.



Liquid has penetrated into the equipment.



The equipment has been exposed to moisture.



The equipment has not worked well or you cannot get it work according to User's Manual.



The equipment has dropped and damaged.



The equipment has obvious sign of breakage.



Do not leave this equipment in an environment unconditioned or in a storage temperature above 75°C (167°F). The equipment may be damaged.



Never pour any liquid into the opening. Liquid can cause damage or electrical shock.



Do not place anything over the power cord.



Do not cover the ventilation holes. The openings on the enclosure protect the equipment from overheating.

ARTiGO A800 User Manual

ARTiGO A800 User ManualARTiGO A800 User Manual

Box Contents



1 x ARTiGO A800 system



1 x AC-to-DC adapter, DC 5V/2A, 10W



1 x COM connector cable



2 x Jumper caps



4 x VESA mounting screws (M4 x 6mm)



4 x Rubber foot

Ordering Information

Part Number

Part Number Description

Part NumberPart Number AT

ATGGGG----A800

A800----1S08A1

ATAT

1S08A1 ARTiGO System with Freescale Cortex-A8 Single Core i.MX537

A800A800

1S08A11S08A1

Description

DescriptionDescription

800 MHz, 4GB Flash, 1GB DDR3 SDRAM, 4 x USB 2.0, 1 x Mini HDMI, 1 x VGA, 1 x LAN, 1 x DC-In jack and 1 x Micro SD slot

Optional Accessories

Model Number

Model Number Description

Model NumberModel Number EMIO-1533-00A1 Wireless USB IEEE802.11 b/g/n Standards Assembly Kit

Description

DescriptionDescription

iv

ARTiGO A800 User Manual

ARTiGO A800 User ManualARTiGO A800 User Manual

Lists of Figures

Figure 1: Front Panel layout ............................................................................................ 6

Figure 2: Rear Panel layout.............................................................................................. 6

Figure 3: Front view dimension ...................................................................................... 7

Figure 4: Side view dimension........................................................................................ 7

Figure 5: Bottom view dimension .................................................................................. 7

Figure 6: Power button diagram .................................................................................... 9

Figure 7: USB 2.0 port diagram ...................................................................................... 9

Figure 8: Audio jack receptacle stack diagram ......................................................... 10

Figure 9: VGA connector diagram ............................................................................... 11

Figure 10: Mini HDMI® port diagram .......................................................................... 12

Figure 11: RJ-45 LAN port diagram .............................................................................13

Figure 12: DC-In jack diagram....................................................................................... 14

Figure 13: Micro SD Card slot diagram ...................................................................... 14

Figure 14: COM connector diagram ........................................................................... 15

Figure 15: Removing Micro SD card access cover ................................................... 17

Figure 16: Inserting Micro SD card .............................................................................. 18

Figure 17: Removing top cover screws ......................................................................19

Figure 18: Remove top cover chassis.......................................................................... 19

Figure 19: Installing WLAN module ........................................................................... 20

Figure 20: Connecting WLAN board-to-board cable............................................. 20

Figure 21: Removing WLAN antenna hole cover..................................................... 21

Figure 22: Installing WLAN antenna ........................................................................... 21

Figure 23: Boot Device select jumper ........................................................................22

Figure 24: Connecting COM connector cable..........................................................23

Figure 25: Installing rubber feet................................................................................... 24

vii

ARTiGO A800 User Manual

ARTiGO A800 User ManualARTiGO A800 User Manual

Lists of Tables

Table 1: USB 2.0 ports pinout ........................................................................................ 9

Table 2: Audio jack receptacle description .............................................................. 10

Table 3: VGA connector pinout .................................................................................. 11

Table 4: Mini HDMI® port pinout................................................................................ 12

Table 5: RJ-45 LAN port pinout................................................................................... 13

Table 6: RJ-45 LAN port color LED definition.......................................................... 13

Table 7: DC-In jack pinout ............................................................................................ 14

Table 8: COM connector pinout ................................................................................. 15

Table 9: Boot Device select jumper settings ............................................................ 22

viii

ARTiGO A800 User Manual

1.

1. Product Overview

Product Overview

1.1.

Product OverviewProduct Overview

The VIA ARTiGO A800 is an ultra compact, ultra slim and fanless embedded system using VIA VAB-800 Pico ITX board powered by Freescale Cortex-A8 ARM processor, and completely compatible with Android 2.3 and Ubuntu

10.04 operating systems.

The ARTiGO A800 is optimized for both power and performance with a wide operating temperature range from 0°C to 50°C, while offering very low power consumption of typical 5W. It also supports multiple I/O connectors such as USB 2.0 ports, VGA port, mini HDMI® port, Ethernet port and audio ports for diversified embedded applications. In addition, the ARTiGO A800 offers Micro SD card slot and optional WLAN connectivity using the VIA EMIO-1533 module.

ARTiGO A800 User Manual

ARTiGO A800 User ManualARTiGO A800 User Manual

1.1. Key Features

1.1.1. ARM based system

Using a single core superscalar ARM Cortex A8 processor at 800 MHz speed, the VIA Embedded ARM based system ARTiGO A800 provides a full range of feature-rich, extremely power-efficient, and cost-effective solutions that are suitable for the fast-emerging, ultra-portable embedded computing applications.

1.1.2. Ultra compact slim size and space saving

The ARTiGO A800 has an ultra slim and compact chassis, designed to save space that makes it suitable to install in space critical environment and to ensure maximum reliability. Its chassis design has a robust aluminum alloy top cover and bottom steel chassis.

1.1.3. Optimize integration with multiple I/O access

Front and rear I/O access enables the ARTiGO A800 to easily support various applications as well as for easy integration and quick setup.

1.1.4. Storage expansion

The Micro SD slot enables the ARTiGO A800 to have a flexible storage of Micro SD card memory.

1

ARTiGO A800 User Manual

ARTiGO A800 User ManualARTiGO A800 User Manual

1.1.5. Mounting solution

ARTiGO A800 supports multiple methods for mounting; it can be mounted to VESA mountable surfaces or even to wall with the VESA mounting kit.

1.1.6. Networking support

The ARTiGO A800 is equipped with RJ-45 port that supports high speed 100Mbit Ethernet. It also has wireless networking option that give the system a freedom of WiFi access through EMIO-1533 WLAN USB module.

1.1.7. Embedded OS ready

The ARTiGO A800 is compatible with Android 2.3 and Ubuntu 10.04 operating systems.

2

ARTiGO A800 User Manual

ARTiGO A800 User ManualARTiGO A800 User Manual

1.2. Product Specifications

Processor

ProcessorProcessor



System Memory

System MemorySystem Memory

Flash

FlashFlash

Graphics

GraphicsGraphics

Ethernet

EthernetEthernet

High Definition Audio

High Definition AudioHigh Definition Audio

Serial

SerialSerial

Freescale Cortex-A8 Single-Core i.MX537 @ 800 MHz



1GB DDR3-800 SDRAM using 128M x16 memory devices



eMMC Flash default 4GB



Controller

ControllerController



Support two independent, integrated graphics processing units:



OpenGL® ES 2.0 3D graphics accelerator



CRT Interface

CRT InterfaceCRT Interface





HDMI

HDMI® Interface

HDMIHDMI

 



Controller

ControllerController





Interface

InterfaceInterface





Controller

ControllerController





Interface

InterfaceInterface





USB

USBUSB

 

OpenVG™ 1.1 2D graphics accelerator

Onboard 1 x VGA connector

Interface

Interface Interface Silicon Image SiI9024A HDMI Transmitter Onboard 1 x mini HDMI connector

SMSC LAN8720A 10/100 PHY Transceiver with HP Auto-MDIX support

Support One RJ45 connector

Freescale SGTL5000 Low Power Stereo Codec with Headphone

Support Line-In, Line-Out, Mic-In connectors via cable

SMSC USB 2.0 High Speed 4-Port Hub Controller 4 x USB ports, USB 2.0 compliant



2 x USB ports connector onboard



1 x USB ports connector



1 x USB 2.0 pin header onboard support optional VIA 802.11n WiFi module EMIO-1533.

Notes

Notes::::

NotesNotes

1. The maximum power for both USB ports is 2.5W.

2. Reserve at least one USB port for keyboard or mouse usage.

3

ARTiGO A800 User Manual

ARTiGO A800 User ManualARTiGO A800 User Manual

Storage

Storage Interface

Interface

Storage Storage

InterfaceInterface



Interface

InterfaceInterface



eMMC Flash default 4GB



1 x Onboard Micro SD slot

System Indicator

System IndicatorSystem Indicator



Power Status LED

Power Status LEDPower Status LED



1 x Power button with blue color LED

Watchdog Timer

Watchdog TimerWatchdog Timer



Output

OutputOutput



Integrated watch dog timer supports two comparison points. Each comparison point can interrupt ARM core, 2nd comparison point capable of generating external interrupts on WDOG line

I/O

I/O PPPPorts and

orts and CCCConnectors

I/O I/O

orts and orts and



onnectors

onnectorsonnectors

Front

Front PPPPanel

anel

Front Front

anel anel



1 x Power On/Off button with Power LED



2 x USB 2.0 ports



3 x 3.5ø Audio jack as Line-Out, Line-In and Mic-In

Rear

Rear PPPPanel

anel

Rear Rear

anelanel



1 x VGA connector



1 x Mini HDMI® port



2 x USB 2.0 ports



1 x RJ-45 port (10/100Mbps Ethernet)



1 x DC-In jack



1 x Antenna hole reserved for Wireless LAN (WiFi)

Bottom

Bottom SSSSide

Bottom Bottom

 

Onboard J

Onboard Jumper

Onboard JOnboard J



ide (open window with removable cover)

ideide 1 x Micro SD slot 1 x COM connector (for debugging only)

umper

umperumper

1 x Boot Device select jumper (select Micro SD / eMMC / USB-OTG)

Power Supply

Power SupplyPower Supply



Input Voltage

Input VoltageInput Voltage





DC 5V

Power Input Connector

Power Input ConnectorPower Input Connector



1 x DC Power Input with DC Jack

Power Consumption

Power ConsumptionPower Consumption



Typical: 5W

Mechanical

MechanicalMechanical



Construction

ConstructionConstruction



Aluminum top Cover



Metal chassis housing





Support 75 mm x 75 mm VESA mount hole

Inside WiFi Mo

Inside WiFi Mounting

Inside WiFi MoInside WiFi Mo



Mounting hole on P910-C daughter board for EMIO-1533 module

unting

untingunting

4

ARTiGO A800 User Manual

ARTiGO A800 User ManualARTiGO A800 User Manual



System Dimension

System Dimension (L x W x H)

System DimensionSystem Dimension





Environmental Specif

Environmental Specification

Environmental SpecifEnvironmental Specif



125 mm x 120 mm x 30 mm

Weight

WeightWeight



0.5 Kg (net weight)

Operating Temperature

Operating TemperatureOperating Temperature



0°C up to 50°C (with onboard eMMC)



0°C up to 45°C (with Micro SD)

Storage

Storage Temperature

Temperature

StorageStorage

Temperature Temperature



-40°C to 85°C @ 90%, non-condensing

Relative

Relative Humidity

Humidity

RelativeRelative

Humidity Humidity



0% ~ 90% @ 45°C, non-condensing

EMC Approved

EMC ApprovedEMC Approved



CE, FCC, CCC(TBD) Class A

ication

icationication

(L x W x H)

(L x W x H) (L x W x H)

Software Compa

Software Compatibility (Operating System)

Software CompaSoftware Compa

 

tibility (Operating System)

tibility (Operating System)tibility (Operating System) Android 2.3 Ubuntu 10.04

RoH

RoHSSSS

RoHRoH



RoHS supported

Note

Notessss:

:

NoteNote

: :

1. As the operating temperature provided in the specifications is a result of the test performed in VIA’s chamber, a number of variables can influence this result. Please note that the working temperature may vary depending on the actual situation and environment. It is highly suggested to execute a solid testing and take all the variables into consideration when building the system. Please ensure that the system runs well under the operating temperature in terms of application.

2. Please note that the lifespan of the onboard eMMC memory chip may vary depending on the amount of access. More frequent and larger data access on eMMC memory makes its lifespan shorter. Therefore, it is highly recommended to use a replaceable external storage (e.g., Micro SD card) for large data access.

5

ARTiGO A800 User Manual

ARTiGO A800 User ManualARTiGO A800 User Manual

1.3. Panel Layout

Figure

Figure 1111: Front Panel layout

: Front Panel layout

Figure Figure

: Front Panel layout: Front Panel layout

Figure

Figure 2222: Rear Panel layout

: Rear Panel layout

Figure Figure

: Rear Panel layout: Rear Panel layout

6

ARTiGO A800 User Manual

ARTiGO A800 User ManualARTiGO A800 User Manual

1.4. Dimensions

Figure

Figure 3333:

: FFFFront view d

Figure Figure

ront view dimension

: :

ront view dront view d

Figure

Figure 4444:

: SSSSide view dimension

Figure Figure

ide view dimension

: :

ide view dimensionide view dimension

imension

imensionimension

Figure

Figure 5555:

: BBBBottom view dimension

Figure Figure

ottom view dimension

: :

ottom view dimensionottom view dimension

7

ARTiGO A800 User Manual

2.

2. External

External I/O

2.2.

External External and Functionality

and Functionality

and Functionalityand Functionality

The ARTiGO A800 has external I/O ports located on the front and rear panel side of the chassis.

I/O Pin

I/O I/O

Pin Description

Pin Pin

Descriptionssss

DescriptionDescription

ARTiGO A800 User Manual

ARTiGO A800 User ManualARTiGO A800 User Manual

2.1. Power Button

The ARTiGO A800 comes with a power button with built-in power LED indicator. The power button supports Soft Power-On/Off (Instant Off or 4 second delay) and Suspend.

Figure

Figure 6666: Power

: Power button

button diagram

Figure Figure

: Power : Power

buttonbutton

diagram

diagram diagram

2.2. USB 2.0 Port

The ARTiGO A800 has four USB ports. There are two USB ports at the front panel and two additional ports at the rear panel. Each USB port gives complete Plug and Play and hot swap capability for external devices. The USB interface complies with USB UHCI, Rev. 2.0. The pinout of the USB 2.0 port is shown below.

Figure

Figure 7777:

: USB 2.0 port

Figure Figure

Table

Table 1111:

Table Table

USB 2.0 port diagram

: :

USB 2.0 portUSB 2.0 port

USB1

USB1 USB2

USB1USB1

Pin Signal

Signal Pin

PinPin

SignalSignal 1 VCC 1 VCC 1 VCC 1 VCC 2 USB1 data- 2 USB2 data- 2 USB3 data- 2 USB4 data3 USB1 data+ 3 USB2 data+ 3 USB3 data+ 3 USB4 data+ 4 GND 4 GND 4 GND 4 GND

: USB 2.0 port

USB 2.0 portssss pinout

: :

USB 2.0 portUSB 2.0 port

diagram

diagram diagram

Pin Signal

PinPin

pinout

pinoutpinout

USB2 USB3

USB2USB2

Signal Pin

SignalSignal

USB3 USB4

USB3USB3

Pin Signal

Signal Pin

PinPin

SignalSignal

USB4

USB4USB4

Pin Sign

Signal

PinPin

SignSign

al

alal

9

ARTiGO A800 User Manual

ARTiGO A800 User ManualARTiGO A800 User Manual

2.3. Audio Jacks

The ARTiGO A800 offers High Definition Audio through 3.5 mm TRS jack connectors at the front panel: Line-Out, Line-In and Mic-In.

The Line-Out jack is for connecting external speakers or headphones. The LineIn jack is for connecting and external audio devices such as CD player, tape player, and etc. The Mic-In jack is for connecting to a microphone.

Figure

Figure 8888:

: Audio jack receptacle stack

Audio jack receptacle stack diagram

Figure Figure

: :

Audio jack receptacle stackAudio jack receptacle stack

Jack

Jack Description

JackJack Line-Out TRS jack, 3.5mm Ø 5P, 90 Degree, Female, shielded Line-In TRS jack, 3.5mm Ø 5P, 90 Degree, Female, shielded Mic-In TRS jack, 3.5mm Ø 5P, 90 Degree, Female, shielded

Table

Table 2222: Audio jack receptacle

: Audio jack receptacle description

Table Table

: Audio jack receptacle : Audio jack receptacle

Description

DescriptionDescription

diagram

diagram diagram

description

descriptiondescription

10

ARTiGO A800 User Manual

ARTiGO A800 User ManualARTiGO A800 User Manual

2.4. VGA Connector

The ARTiGO A800 provides a high resolution VGA interface through DE-15 female connector on the rear panel to support analog VGA monitors. The VGA interface supports up to 1680 x 1050 @ 60Hz resolution. The pinout of the VGA connector is shown below.

Figure

Figure 9999: VGA

: VGA connector

Figure Figure

connector diagram

: VGA : VGA

connectorconnector

Table

Table 3333: VGA connector pinout

: VGA connector pinout

Table Table

: VGA connector pinout: VGA connector pinout

diagram

diagram diagram

Pin Signal

Signal

PinPin

SignalSignal 1 VGA-R 2 VGA-G 3 VGA-B 4 NC 5 GND 6 GND 7 GND 8 GND 9 +5VCRT

10 GND 11 NC 12 VGA-SPD 13 VGA_HS 14 VGA_VS 15 VGA-SPCLK

11

ARTiGO A800 User Manual

ARTiGO A800 User ManualARTiGO A800 User Manual

2.5. Mini HDMI

®

Port

The ARTiGO A800 has one mini HDMI® port (19-pin HDMI® Type C receptacle) connector as defined in the HDMI® specification. The mini HDMI

port is for connecting to HDMI displays. The pinout of the mini HDMI port is shown below.

Figure

Figure 10

10: Mini HDMI

: Mini HDMI® port diagram

Figure Figure

1010

: Mini HDMI: Mini HDMI

port diagram

port diagram port diagram

Pin Signal

Table

Table 4444:

: Mini HDMI

Mini HDMI® port pinout

Table Table

: :

Mini HDMIMini HDMI

Signal Pin

PinPin

SignalSignal 1 TMDS Data2 Shield 2 TMDS Data3+ 3 TMDS Data2- 4 TMDS Data1 Shield 5 TMDS Data1+ 6 TMDS Data17 TMDS Data0 Shield 8 TMDS Data0+ 9 TMDS Data0- 10 TMDS Clock Shield

11 TMDS Clock+ 12 TMDS Clock13 DDC/CEC Ground 14 CEC 15 SCL 16 SDA 17 Reserved 18 +5V Power 19 Hot Plug Detect

port pinout

port pinout port pinout

Pin Signal

Signal

PinPin

SignalSignal

12

ARTiGO A800 User Manual

ARTiGO A800 User ManualARTiGO A800 User Manual

2.6. RJ-45 LAN Port (Fast Ethernet)

The ARTiGO A800 system is equipped with Fast Ethernet port on rear panel. The Fast Ethernet port is using an 8 Position 8 Contact (8P8C) receptacle connector (commonly referred to as RJ-45). It is fully compliant with IEEE

802.3 (10Base-T), (100Base-TX), and (100Base-FX) standards. The pinout of the RJ-45 LAN port is shown below.

Figure

Figure 11

11:

: RJ

RJ----45 LAN

45 LAN port diagram

Figure Figure

1111

Table

Table 5555:

Table Table

: :

RJRJ

: RJ

RJ----45 LAN port

45 LAN port pinout

: :

RJRJ

45 LAN port45 LAN port

45 LAN45 LAN

Pin Sign

PinPin

1 TD+ 2 TD3 RD+ 4 REGOUT 5 REGOUT 6 RD7 GND 8 GND

port diagram

port diagram port diagram

Signal

al

SignSign

alal

pinout

pinout pinout

The RJ-45 LAN port is equipped with two LED indicators on the front side to show its Active/Link status and Speed status.

Link LED

LAN LED Stat

LAN LED Status

LAN LED StatLAN LED Stat

Link Off LED is off LED is off Speed_10 Mbit The LED is Off Flash in Green color Speed_100 Mbit The LED is always On in Yellow color Flash in Green color

Table

Table 6666:

: RJ

Table Table

: :

us

usus

RJ----45 LAN port

45 LAN port color

RJRJ

45 LAN port45 LAN port

color LED

LED definition

color color

LED LED

Link LEDLink LED

(Left LED on RJ

(Left LED on RJ----45 port)

(Left LED on RJ(Left LED on RJ

definition

definitiondefinition

45 port)

45 port)45 port)

Active LED

Active LEDActive LED

(Right LED on RJ

(Right LED on RJ----45 port)

(Right LED on RJ(Right LED on RJ

45 port)

45 port)45 port)

13

ARTiGO A800 User Manual

ARTiGO A800 User ManualARTiGO A800 User Manual

2.7. DC-In Jack

The ARTiGO A800 comes with a DC-In jack on the rear panel that carries 5VDC external power input.

Figure

Figure 12

12:

: DC

DC----In

In jack diagram

: :

DCDC

jack diagram

InIn

jack diagram jack diagram

Figure Figure

1212

Pin Signal

Signal

PinPin

SignalSignal

1 GND

Table

Table 7777:

Table Table

: DC

DC----In

: :

DCDC

2 5V DC

In jack pinout

jack pinout

InIn

jack pinout jack pinout

2.8. Micro SD Card Slot

The ARTiGO A800 comes with a Micro SD card slot located at the bottom side of the chassis. Micro SD card slot enables storage of Micro SD card memory up to 32GB capacity.

Figure

Figure 13

13:

: Micro SD Card slot diagram

Figure Figure

Micro SD Card slot diagram

1313

: :

Micro SD Card slot diagramMicro SD Card slot diagram

14

ARTiGO A800 User Manual

ARTiGO A800 User ManualARTiGO A800 User Manual

2.9. COM Connector

The ARTiGO A800 is equipped with a COM connector on the bottom side of the chassis. The COM connector is used to attach additional COM connector cable for debugging or setting up the type of display interface in ARTiGO A800.

Figure

Figure 14

14:

: COM connector diagram

Figure Figure

Table

Table 8888:

Table Table

COM connector diagram

1414

: :

COM connector diagramCOM connector diagram

Pin Signal

Signal

PinPin

SignalSignal 1 NC 2 COM_RXD2 3 COM_TXD2 4 NC 5 NC 6 GND 7 NC 8 NC 9 NC

: COM connector pinout

COM connector pinout

: :

COM connector pinoutCOM connector pinout

15

ARTiGO A800 User Manual

3.

3. Hardware Installation

Hardware Installation

3.3.

Hardware InstallationHardware Installation

This chapter provides information about hardware installation procedures. It is recommended to use a grounded wrist strap before handling computer components. Electrostatic discharge (ESD) can damage some components.

ARTiGO A800 User Manual

ARTiGO A800 User ManualARTiGO A800 User Manual

3.1. Installing Micro SD Card

Step 1

Step 1Step 1

At the bottom side of ARTiGO A800, remove the screw from Micro SD card access cover.

Figure

Figure 15

15:

: Removing Micro SD card access cover

Figure Figure

Step 2

Step 2Step 2

Gently lift up and remove the access cover.

Removing Micro SD card access cover

1515

: :

Removing Micro SD card access coverRemoving Micro SD card access cover

17

ARTiGO A800 User Manual

Step 3

Step 3Step 3

ARTiGO A800 User Manual

ARTiGO A800 User ManualARTiGO A800 User Manual

Gently slide the Micro SD card into the card slot reader with the label side face up then press the card until it locks into place.

Figure

Figure 16

16:

: Inserting Micro SD card

Figure Figure

Inserting Micro SD card

1616

: :

Inserting Micro SD cardInserting Micro SD card

Step 4

Step 4Step 4

Reinstall the Micro SD card access cover then secure it with screw.

Note:

Note:Note:

To remove the Micro SD card, press the card to disengage from the slot reader then gently pull out the card.

18

ARTiGO A800 User Manual

ARTiGO A800 User ManualARTiGO A800 User Manual

3.2. Removing Chassis Top Cover

Step 1

Step 1Step 1

Remove six screws of the top cover from left and right sides and bottom side of the chassis.

Figure

Figure 17

17:

: Removing

Figure Figure

Step 2

Step 2Step 2

Removing top cover screws

1717

: :

RemovingRemoving

top cover screws

top cover screws top cover screws

Carefully slide the top cover horizontally to disengage it from the chassis.

Figure

Figure 18

18:

: Remove top cover chassis

Figure Figure

Step 3

Step 3Step 3

Remove top cover chassis

1818

: :

Remove top cover chassisRemove top cover chassis

Pull up to remove the top cover.

19

ARTiGO A800 User Manual

ARTiGO A800 User ManualARTiGO A800 User Manual

3.3. Installing WLAN (WiFi) kit

Step 1

Step 1Step 1

Mount the WLAN USB module (EMIO-1533) on the daughter board (P910-C) then secure it with two screws.

Figure

Figure 19

19:

: Installing WLAN module

Figure Figure

Step 2

Step 2Step 2

Installing WLAN module

1919

: :

Installing WLAN moduleInstalling WLAN module

Attach the WLAN USB board to board cable to the WLAN USB module (EMIO-1533) connector, and attach the other end of the cable to WLAN connector on the A800-A bridge board.

Figure

Figure 20

20:

: Connecting WLAN board

Figure Figure

Connecting WLAN board----to

2020

: :

Connecting WLAN boardConnecting WLAN board

to----board cable

board cable

toto

board cableboard cable

20

ARTiGO A800 User Manual

Step 3

Step 3Step 3

ARTiGO A800 User Manual

ARTiGO A800 User ManualARTiGO A800 User Manual

Remove the antenna WLAN hole cover at the rear panel.

Figure

Figure 21

21:

: Removing WL

Figure Figure

Step 4

Step 4Step 4

Removing WLAN antenna hole cover

2121

: :

Removing WLRemoving WL

AN antenna hole cover

AN antenna hole coverAN antenna hole cover

Insert the WLAN port connector into the antenna hole from the inside of the chassis. Insert the washer, fasten it with the nut and install the external antenna. Gently connect the mini coaxial cable of the WLAN port connector to the mini RF connector on the WLAN USB (EMIO-1533) module.

Figure

Figure 22

22:

: Installing WLAN antenna

Figure Figure

Installing WLAN antenna

2222

: :

Installing WLAN antennaInstalling WLAN antenna

21

ARTiGO A800 User Manual

ARTiGO A800 User ManualARTiGO A800 User Manual

3.4. Selecting Boot Device

The ARTiGO A800 is equipped with onboard Boot Device select jumper labeled as “J4”. Boot Device select jumper is to specify the boot device between Micro SD, eMMC (onboard) and USB-OTG. The default setting is On (short) pins 3 and 4. The jumper settings are shown below.

Figure

Figure 23

23:

: Boot

Boot Device s

Device select

elect jjjjumper

Figure Figure

2323

: :

Boot Boot

Device sDevice s

elect elect

umper

umperumper

Jumper Setting

Pins 1

Pins 1 ---- 2222 PPPPins 3

Pins 1Pins 1 Micro SD (default) Open Short Open Open Open eMMC Short Short Short Open Open USB-OTG Open Open Open Open Short

Table

Table 9999:

: Boot

Boot Device s

Device select jumper settings

Table Table

: :

Boot Boot

elect jumper settings

Device sDevice s

elect jumper settingselect jumper settings

ins 3 ---- 4444 Pins 5

ins 3ins 3

Jumper SettingJumper Setting

Pins 5 ---- 6

6 Pins 7

Pins 5 Pins 5

6 6

Pins 7 ---- 8

Pins 7 Pins 7

8 Pins 9

Pins 9 ---- 10

8 8

Pins 9 Pins 9

10

10 10

22

ARTiGO A800 User Manual

ARTiGO A800 User ManualARTiGO A800 User Manual

3.5. Connecting COM Connector (optional)

The COM connector is used for debugging and setting up the display interface.

Step 1

Step 1Step 1

At the bottom side of ARTiGO A800, remove the Micro SD card access cover.

Step 2

Step 2Step 2

Gently attach the COM connector cable to the COM connector.

Figure

Figure 24

24:

: Connecting COM connector cable

Figure Figure

Connecting COM connector cable

2424

: :

Connecting COM connector cableConnecting COM connector cable

Step 3

Step 3Step 3

Remove the COM connector cable after debugging. Reinstall the access cover and secure it with screw.

23

ARTiGO A800 User Manual

ARTiGO A800 User ManualARTiGO A800 User Manual

3.6. Installing Rubber Feet

Step 1

Step 1Step 1

Locate the designated areas for rubber feet at the bottom side of the chassis.

Step 2

Step 2Step 2

Attach carefully each rubber foot. Firmly press it down to ensure the rubber foot is properly in place.

Figure

Figure 25

25:

: Installing rubber feet

Figure Figure

Installing rubber feet

2525

: :

Installing rubber feetInstalling rubber feet

24

ARTiGO A800 User Manual

ARTiGO A800 User ManualARTiGO A800 User Manual

3.7. Installing VESA mounting kit (optional)

An optional VESA mounting kit is available for mounting the ARTiGO A800 behind the monitor or wall.

Step

Step 1111

StepStep

Align the VESA mounting hole of the VESA plate to the VESA hole at the back of the monitor.

Step 2

Step 2Step 2

Secure the VESA mounting plate with four screws.

25

ARTiGO A800 User Manual

Step 3

Step 3Step 3

ARTiGO A800 User Manual

ARTiGO A800 User ManualARTiGO A800 User Manual

Attach the VESA bracket at the back of the ARTiGO A800 using four M4 x 6mm screws.

Cautions

Cautions::::

CautionsCautions

1. Remove first the rubber feet before installing the VESA bracket.

2. Do not use other types of screws for VESA bracket; these might damage the internal board.

26

ARTiGO A800 User Manual

Step

Step 4444

Step Step

ARTiGO A800 User Manual

ARTiGO A800 User ManualARTiGO A800 User Manual

Hook in the VESA bracket (with ARTiGO A800 system) by sliding into the VESA plate. Then connect all the necessary cables at the rear panel of the system.

27

ARTiGO A800 User Manual

4.

4. Software and Technical

Software and Technical

4.4.

Software and Technical Software and Technical Supports

Supports

SupportsSupports

ARTiGO A800 User Manual

ARTiGO A800 User ManualARTiGO A800 User Manual

4.1. Linux Driver Support

The VIA ARTiGO A800 mainboard is highly compatible with Android 2.3 and Ubuntu 10.04.

4.1.1. Driver Installation

Support and drivers are provided through various methods including:



Drivers provided by VIA



Using a driver built into a distribution package



Visiting www.viaembedded.com for the latest updated drivers



Installing a third party driver (such as the ALSA driver from the Advanced Linux Sound Architecture project for integrated audio)

4.2. Technical Supports and Assistance



For utilities downloads, latest documentation and new information about the ARTiGO A800, go to

http://www.viaembedded.com/en/products/systems/



For technical support and additional assistance, always contact your local sales representative or board distributor, or go to

http://www.viaembedded.com/en/service/contact.jsp

http://www.viaembedded.com/en/service/contact.jsp to fill up the form

http://www.viaembedded.com/en/service/contact.jsphttp://www.viaembedded.com/en/service/contact.jsp

request.



For OEM clients and system integrators developing a product for long term production, other code and resources may also be made available. Contact VIA Embedded to submit a request.

29

ARTiGO A800 User Manual

Appendix A.

Appendix A.Appendix A.

Power Consumption Report

Power Consumption ReportPower Consumption Report

ARTiGO A800 User Manual

ARTiGO A800 User ManualARTiGO A800 User Manual

Power consumption tests were performed on the VIA ARTiGO A800. The following tables represent the breakdown of the voltage, amp and wattage values while running common system applications.

A.1. ATG-A800-1S08A1

The tests were performed based on the following additional components:



Power

Power----In AC

In AC----DC Adaptor:

PowerPower



Mainboard:

Mainboard: VAB-800 rev. 2

Mainboard: Mainboard:



Flash Disk

Flash Disk:::: SunDisk micro SD 8G CL6

Flash DiskFlash Disk

A.1.1. Idle Status

MMMMean

ean Input Voltage

eanean

DC IN +5V 5.061 0.610 3.087

Maximum

Maximum Input Voltage

MaximumMaximum

DC IN +5V 5.063 0.770 3.899

DC Adaptor: FSP FSP010-DWDA1 5V IN

In ACIn AC

DC Adaptor: DC Adaptor:

Input Voltage Measured Current

Input VoltageInput Voltage

Input Voltage Measured Current

Input VoltageInput Voltage

Measured Current Total Power Consumption

Measured CurrentMeasured Current

Measured Current Total Power Consumption

Measured CurrentMeasured Current

Total Power Consumption

Total Power ConsumptionTotal Power Consumption

Total Power Consumption

Total Power ConsumptionTotal Power Consumption

A.1.2. Suspend Status

Mean

Mean Input Voltage

MeanMean

DC IN +5V 5.113 0.310 1.585

Maximum

Maximum Input Voltage

MaximumMaximum

DC IN +5V 5.114 0.320 1.636

Input Voltage Measured Curre

Input VoltageInput Voltage

Input Voltage Measured Current

Input VoltageInput Voltage

Measured Current

Measured CurreMeasured Curre

Measured Current Total Power Consumption

Measured CurrentMeasured Current

nt Total Power Consumption

Total Power Consumption

ntnt

Total Power ConsumptionTotal Power Consumption

Total Power Consumption

Total Power ConsumptionTotal Power Consumption

A.1.3. Run Demo Test

Mean

Mean Input Voltage

MeanMean

DC IN +5V 5.001 0.950 4.751

Ma

Maximum

ximum Input Voltage

MaMa

ximumximum

DC IN +5V 5.018 1.010 5.068

31

Input Voltage Measured Current

Input VoltageInput Voltage

Input Voltage Measured Current

Input VoltageInput Voltage

Measured Current Total Power Consumption

Measured CurrentMeasured Current

Measured Current Total Power Consumption

Measured CurrentMeasured Current

Total Power Consumption

Total Power ConsumptionTotal Power Consumption

Total Power Consumption

Total Power ConsumptionTotal Power Consumption

ARTiGO A800 User Manual

ARTiGO A800 User ManualARTiGO A800 User Manual

A.1.4. S5 Status

Mean

Mean Input Voltage

MeanMean

DC IN +5V 5.155 0.030 0.155

Maximum

Maximum Input Voltage

MaximumMaximum

DC IN +5V 5.157 0.050 0.258

Input Voltage Measured Current

Input VoltageInput Voltage

Input Voltage Measured Current

Input VoltageInput Voltage

Measured Current Total Power Consumption

Measured CurrentMeasured Current

Measured Current Total Power Consumption

Measured CurrentMeasured Current

Total Power Consumption

Total Power ConsumptionTotal Power Consumption

Total Power Consumption

Total Power ConsumptionTotal Power Consumption

32

VIA Technologies ARTiGO A800 User Manual

Copyright

Trademarks

Disclaimer

Regulatory Compliance

Safety Precautions

Box Contents

Ordering Information

Optional Accessories

Table of Contents

Lists of Figures

Lists of Tables

1. Product Overview

1.1. Key Features

1.1.1. ARM based system

1.1.2. Ultra compact slim size and space saving

1.1.3. Optimize integration with multiple I/O access

1.1.4. Storage expansion

1.1.5. Mounting solution

1.1.6. Networking support

1.1.7. Embedded OS ready

1.2. Product Specifications

1.3. Panel Layout

1.4. Dimensions

2.1. Power Button

2.2. USB 2.0 Port

2.3. Audio Jacks

2.4. VGA Connector

2.6. RJ-45 LAN Port (Fast Ethernet)

2.7. DC-In Jack

2.8. Micro SD Card Slot

2.9. COM Connector

3. Hardware Installation

3.1. Installing Micro SD Card

3.2. Removing Chassis Top Cover

3.3. Installing WLAN (WiFi) kit

3.4. Selecting Boot Device

3.5. Connecting COM Connector (optional)

3.6. Installing Rubber Feet

3.7. Installing VESA mounting kit (optional)

Software and Technical Software and Technical Supports

4.1. Linux Driver Support

4.1.1. Driver Installation

4.2. Technical Supports and Assistance

A.1. ATG-A800-1S08A1

A.1.1. Idle Status

A.1.2. Suspend Status

A.1.3. Run Demo Test

A.1.4. S5 Status