VMT12 User Manual
Rugged Vehicle Mount Terminal
Table of Contents
Chapter 1. Introduction ............................................................................ 1-1
1.1 About this Manual ..........................................................................1-1
1.2 User and Product Safety ................................................................1-2
1.3 Recycling & disposal instructions. ................................................1-2
1.4 Regulatory information. ................................................................1-2
1.5 Product Labeling ............................................................................1-3
1.6 System Specifications .....................................................................1-4
1.7 Environment Standard ...................................................................1-5
1.8 Warranty and after service ............................................................1-5
Chapter 2. Getting Started ........................................................................ 2-1
2.1 Check the package ..........................................................................2-1
2.2 General View of the VMT12...........................................................2-2
2.2.1 VMT12 general view .............................................................2-2
2.2.2 VMT12 input / output ports view .......................................2-3
2.3 Starting the VMT12 & OS installation ..........................................2-4
2.3.1 Power on the VMT12with power adapter..........................2-4
2.3.2 Operating system installation ..............................................2-5
2.3.3 Driver installation .................................................................2-5
2.4. Handling the VMT12 .....................................................................2-6
2.4.1 Starting the VMT12 ...............................................................2-6
2.4.2 Configure and calibrate the touch screen ............................2-6
2.4.3 Setting Up Wireless LAN .....................................................2-13
2.4.4 Using HSPA (3.5G) Wireless WAN ......................................2-20
2.4.5 GPS Setting ...........................................................................2-23
2.4.6 Bluetooth Setting & Using ...................................................2-28
2.4.7 Help ......................................................................................2-30
Chapter 3. H/W installation ........................................................................ 1
3.1 Jumpers .............................................................................................. 1
3.1.1 Jumper list ................................................................................. 1
3.1.2 Jumper Settings ........................................................................ 1
3.1.3 Jumper Description .................................................................. 3
3.2 Connectors ......................................................................................... 4
3.2.1 Connector list ............................................................................ 4
3.2.2 Connector Settings ................................................................... 5
3.3 Mechanical ......................................................................................... 9
3.3.1 Jumper and Connector Location ............................................. 9
3.3.2 Board Dimension .................................................................... 10
Chapter 4. BIOS Settings ............................................................................ 12
4.1 Entering Setup ................................................................................. 13
4.2 Main Setup ....................................................................................... 13
4.2.1 System time / System date .................................................... 14
4.3 Advanced BIOS Features Setup ...................................................... 14
4.3.1 CPU Configuration .................................................................. 15
4.3.2 IDE Configuration ................................................................... 16
4.3.3 Super I/O Configuration ........................................................ 17
4.3.4 Hardware Health Configuration ............................................ 18
4.3.5 ACPI Settings ........................................................................... 19
4.3.6 AHCI Configuration ................................................................ 23
4.3.7 APM Configuration ................................................................. 24
4.3.8 Event Log Configuration ........................................................ 26
4.3.9 MPS Configuration.................................................................. 27
4.3.10 Smbios Configuration .......................................................... 28
4.3.11 USB Configuration ................................................................ 29
4.4 Advanced PCI/PnP Settings ............................................................ 31
4.5 Boot Settings .................................................................................... 33
4.5.1 Boot settings Configuration ................................................... 33
4.6 Security Setup .................................................................................. 35
4.7 Advanced Chipset Settings.............................................................. 36
4.7.1 North Bridge Chipset Configuration ..................................... 37
4.7.2 South Bridge Chipset Configuration ..................................... 39
4.8 Exit Option ....................................................................................... 40
4.8.1 Save Changes and Exit ............................................................ 40
4.8.2 Discard Changes and Exit ...................................................... 41
4.8.3 Load Optimal Defaults ........................................................... 41
4.8.4 Load Fail-Safe Defaults ........................................................... 41
Chapter 5. S/W introduction & installation .............................................. 42
5.1 S/W Introduction ............................................................................ 42
5.2 Driver Installation ........................................................................... 42
5.2.1 Windows XP Professional ...................................................... 42
5.2.2 Other OS .................................................................................. 42
5.3 Value-Added Software Services ...................................................... 43
5.3.1 SUSI Introduction ................................................................... 43
5.3.2 Software APIs.......................................................................... 44
5.3.3 SUSI Utilities ........................................................................... 45
5.3.4 SUSI Installation ..................................................................... 46
5.3.5 SUSI Sample Programs ........................................................... 48
Chapter 1. Introduction
Congratulations on purchasing the VMT12 Vehicle Mount Terminal (VMT), a
Microsoft Windows® XP Rugged VMT. Its special combination of features makes it
perfect for using in a wide range of applications. These features as:
High Quality 12.1" LED Backlit Panel with T/s, 1024 x 768 Resolution
Intel Atom N450 1.66 GHz Processor
Rugged Aluminum Enclosure and Fanless Design
Full IP65 Dust / Water Proof Enclosures
Wide Range 9 to 30V DC Input Acceptable
Wide Range -30~70℃ Operating Temperature
Flexible Expansion Capability for WiFi, GPS, WCDMA/EDGE/GPRS, Bluetooth
Function Keys for 0%~100% Brightness Control
VESA Standard for Flexible Mounting Kits
1.1 About this Manual
The following chapters contained in this manual are:
Chapter 1: Introduction General information about the VMT.
Chapter 2: Getting started Describe the basic use of the VMT.
Chapter 3: H/W installation Provide basic instructions for
motherboard of the VMT.
Chapter 4: BIOS Settings Describe how to set the BIOS of the VMT.
Chapter 5: S/W introduction
& installation
Describe the installed applications on the
VMT.
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1.2 User and Product Safety
l Never use strong pressure onto the screen or subject it to severe impact, as
the LCD panel could become cracked and possibility cause personal injury. If
the LCD panel is broken, never touch the liquid inside because the liquid
irritates the skin.
l Although the VMT has passed the test of IP65 standard for water and dust
resistance, avoid prolonged exposure to rain or other concentrated moisture.
Such condition exceeds the IP65 standard, and could result in water or other
contaminants entering into the VMT.
l Use only the original approved AC/DC Adapter with the VMT. Use of an
unapproved AC/DC Adapter could result in electrical problems, or even
cause a fire or electrical shock to the user.
l Do not disassemble the VMT. Servicing should be done by supplier only. If the
VMT or accessories gets damaged due to wrong handling or unauthorized
repair, warranty is void. In case the warranty seals are broken, warranty is
void too.
l Make regularly back-up of all important data.
l Under no circumstance will supplier be liable for any direct, indirect,
consequential or incidental damages baring out of the use or inability to use
the hardware and software and/or any data loss, even if supplier has been
informed about the possibility of such damages.
1.3 Recycling & disposal instructions.
Do not throw this product in the home waste bin.
1.4 Regulatory information.
For CE, FCC, RoHS and other Document of Conformities, consult the
Contact Window of Computer.
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1.5 Product Labeling
The VMT has several labels as showed in Figure 1-1 to 1-2.
A. VMT12
Figure 1-1 Product Labeling (Front side view)
Label nr. Description
1 LCD panel protection film
2 Keypad for power, brightness control buttons
Table 1-1 Front labeling
Figure 1-2 Product Labeling (Back side view)
Label nr. Description
1 Product model name label
2 Serial number label
Table 1-2 Rear labeling
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1.6 System Specifications
The VMT12 detailed specifications as follows. Unless otherwise noted, all the
specifications are subject to change without prior notification.
Table 1-3 System Specification
VMT12
Processor
Memory
Storage
Operating System
Display
Touch Panel
Input / Output
Ports
- Intel Atom N450 1.66GHz CPU
- 1 x 200-pin SODIMM, Max 2GB DDR2 667
- 1 x Compact Flash Slot
- 1 x HDD (SATA interface)
- 1 x SDD (SATA interface)
- Windows XP Pro.
- Windows XP Embedded
- Windows CE6.0
- 12.1” TFT LCD with LED backlight
- XGA 1024 x 768 Resolution
- 500cd/m2 Brightness
- 8-Wires Resistive type
- USB interface
- 1 x RS-232
- 1 x RS-232/422/485
- 2 x USB 2.0
- 2 x RJ45-10/100/1000Mbps Ethernet
Audio
Radio Support
GPS
Keypad
- 1 x VGA (DB15)
- Two mono speaker for system voice
- Wireless LAN: Summit 802.11b/g/n
- Bluetooth: V2.0+EDR, Class II
- Wireless WAN: WCDMA / EDGE / GPRS
- High-performance SiRF III Chipset
- Power Button
- Increasing Brightness Button
- Decreasing Brightness Button
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VMT12
Power System
- Wide-range Input: 9~30VDC
- Power Consumption: 35W typ.
Dimensions and
Weight
Color
- Dimensions (L x W x H): 320 x 260 x 63mm
- Weight: 4.25Kg
- Black
1.7 Environment Standard
Table 1-4 Environment Standards
Operating Temperature
Mounting
Humidity
-30~70℃
VESA Mount, Vehicle Mount
10～95%（Non-condensing）
Shock
Water & Dust proof
Vibration
5Hz~500Hz/1.60/1.96/2.18G RMX/3 Axis
IP65 Certificated
MIL STD 810G
1.8 Warranty and after service
Should this VMT be malfunctioned, please contact your original retailer providing
information about the product name, the serial number, and the details about the
problem.
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Chapter 2. Getting Started
2.1 Check the package
Open the package and check all the parts are inside without shortage and
damage:
A. VMT12
Figure 2-1 Inside the package
1. VMT12 Vehicle Terminal
2. AC-DC Power Adapter 24VDC/5A
3. Power Cord
4. WiFi TNC Type Antenna
5. DC-DC Power Adapter 24VDC/3A
6. Power Cord for DC-DC Adapter Input
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2.2 General View of the VMT12
2.2.1 VMT12 general view
Figure 2-2 VMT12 front side view
Figure 2-3 VMT12 back side view
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2.2.2 VMT12 input / output ports view
Figure 2-4 VMT12 input/output ports view
A: COM2 (RS-232/422/485)
B: 2 x USB2.0
C: 2 x RJ-45 10/100/1000Mbps Ethernet
D: COM1 (RS-232)
E: VGA
F: DC Power Jack (9~30VDC)
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2.3 Starting the VMT12 & OS installation
Before using the VMT12, perform the basic procedure of power on through the
following steps.
2.3.1 Power on the VMT12 with power adapter
1. Connect the Power cord to the Power adapter.
2. Plug in the connector of the power adapter.
3. Connect the power cord to a power source.
4. Press the power button to start up.
Figure 2-5 Power on with power adapter
CAUTION: Please do not remove the power adapter from VMT12 after the
device has already been shut down normally. Otherwise
non-saved data will be lost.
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2.3.2 Operating system installation
1. Connect the power to DC/DC adapter, and connect the power cord to the DC
power inlet.
2. Press the power on switch to start the VMT12.
3. Press “DEL” to enter the CMOS setting and check the BIOS setup.
4. You may install your own O/S if it is not installed.
5. When installing O/S for the VMT12, please follow the steps and use external
equipment as Keyboard and Mouse.
6. Please use external USB DVD-ROM to run the O/S and Driver setting (as
picture showed below).
Figure 2-6 Operating system installation
2.3.3 Driver installation
The VMT12 comes with a User’s Manual and Driver CD that contains most of the
drivers and utilities of your needs.
1. Following the step by step to install Driver (Please refer Vehicle
TerminalàVMT12àDriver) include: Graphic, Chipset, VGA, Audio, LAN and
Touch Panel.
2. Following the step by step to install the driver of WIFI, Bluetooth and WCDMA
if necessary
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2.4. Handling the VMT12
2.4.1 Starting the VMT12
Press the Power button to turn on the VMT12. If the VMT12 does not power on,
check the power adapter has been connected normally and you should try again.
When the VMT12 is powered on, it’s
operating system starts up. A splash
screen (figure 2-7) appears for a short
period of time followed by the Windows
XP Pro. window.
This section offers the basic procedures
of VMT12 using.
Figure 2-7 Starting the VMT12
2.4.2 Configure and calibrate the touch screen
PenMount touch screen is the most popular touchscreen on the market.
Penmount software support a wide range of configuration. You can use this
software to configure and calibrate the touch screen. When the operating system
is started, you can see the icon of Penmount Monitor in the notification
area.
Figure 2-8 icon of Penmount Monitor
1. Right-click on the PenMount Monitor icon in the notification area and
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select Control Panel from the menu.
Figure 2-9 PenMount Monitor Menu
2. PenMount Control Panel opens. You will be able to see the icon of
Penmount 6000 USB under Device tab. In the Device tab, you can see the
devices detected on your system. Select a device and press the Configure
button to configure it.
Figure 2-10 Device Tab
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3. Click the “Standard Calibration” to start standard calibration.
Figure 2-11 Calibrate Tab
Figure 2-12 Standard Calibrate Window
NOTE: The older the touchscreen gets, the more Advanced Mode calibration
points you need for an accurate calibration. Use a stylus for Advanced
Calibration for greater accuracy. Do the following for Advanced
Calibration:
4. Back in Calibrate tab, press “Advanced Calibration” button to start
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Advanced Calibration.
Figure 2-13 Calibrate Tab
Figure 2-14 Advanced Calibrate Window
Table 2-1 Advanced Tab
Check this function to have touch panel linearity
comparison graph appear when you finish Advanced
Plot Calibration Data
Calibration. The black lines reflect the ideal linearity
assumed by PenMount’s application program while the
blue lines show the approximate linearity calculated by
PenMount’s application program as the result of user’s
execution of Advance Calibration.
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Turn off EEPROM storage This function disables the write-in of calibration data in
Controller. This function is enabled by default.
5. Setting tab, you can do some configuration for the touchscreen.
Figure 2-15 Setting Tab
Ø Operation Mode
This mode enables and disables mouse’s ability of dragging on-screen
icons—useful for configuring POS terminals.
Table 2-2 Operation Mode
Pen Input
Emulation
Mouse
Emulation
Click on Touch
Click on
Select this mode and mouse will emulate Windows Vista pen input
device operation, by which no mouse event will be sent until the
touch is dragged out of range or released from the screen.
Select this mode and mouse functions as normal and allows
dragging of icons.
Select this mode and mouse only provides a click function, and
dragging is disabled.
Select this mode and mouse only provides a click function when
Release
the touch is released.
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Ø Beep Sound
Table 2-3 Beep Sound
Enable Beep
Sound
Beep on
Pen Down
Beep on
Pen Up
Beep on
both
Beep
Frequency
Beep
Duration
turns beep function on and off.
beep occurs when pen comes down.
beep occurs when pen is lifted up.
beep occurs when comes down and is lifted up.
modifies sound frequency.
modifies sound duration.
Ø Cursor Stabilizer
Enable the function support to prevent cursor shake.
Ø Use press and hold as right click
You can set the time out and area for you need
6. Edge Compensation tab, you can adjust the settings from 0 to 30 for
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accommodating the difference of each touch panel.
Figure 2-16 Edge Compensation Tab
7. About tab, This panel displays information about the PenMount controller and
driver version
Figure 2-17 About Tab
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2.4.3 Setting Up Wireless LAN
The Summit Client Utility (SCU) is an application designed for end users and
administrators of mobile devices that use a Summit radio module. Using SCU, an
end user can:
l Disable the radio (turn it off) and enable the radio (turn it on)
l View the contents of configuration profiles, or profiles, each of which houses
the RF, security, and other settings for the radio
l Select the profile to be used to connect to a WLAN
l View global settings, which apply to every profile
l View status information on the radio, the access point (AP) or WLAN router
to which it is connected, and the RF connection or link between the two
devices
l To troubleshoot a connection or performance issue, view in-depth
diagnostic information on the connection and the radio, and perform various
troubleshooting and diagnostic tests
After completing an administrator login to the utility, a user can perform these
additional tasks:
l Create, rename, edit, and delete profiles
l Alter global settings, which apply to every profile
SCU provides a graphical user interface (GUI) for access to all of its functions.
Access to these functions also is available through an application programming
interface (API), which an application programmer can use to enable another
utility to manage the radio.
To initialize SCU:
l From the Start menu, select Programs
l Select the directory called Summit
l Inside the Summit directory are two items: a directory for the storage of
security certificates and an SCU icon. To run SCU, double-click the SCU icon
SCU has five tabs: Main, Profile, Status, and Diags, and Global. Each tab is
described in more detail in this section.
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Main Tab
Figure 2-18 Main Tab
l Enable/Disable Radio: When the radio is enabled, selecting this button
disables it; when the radio is disabled, selecting this button enables it.
l Active Profile: You can view the name of the active profile and, using the
selection list, select a different profile.
If you select “ThirdPartyConfig” then, after the device goes through a power
cycle, WZC is used for configuration of the radio.
l Status: Indicates the radio’s status.
l Radio Type: Indicates the type of radio in the device.
“BG” means a Summit radio that supports 802.11b and 802.11g.
l Regulatory Domain: Indicates the regulatory domain or domains for which
the radio is configured.
“Worldwide” means that the radio can be used in any domain.
The domain cannot be configured by an administrator or user.
l Driver: Indicates the version of the device driver that is running on the
device.
l SCU: Indicates the version of SCU that is running on the device.
l About SCU: When tapped, supplies information on SCU that on a Windows
application normally would appear under Help\About.
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Profile Tab
Profile settings are radio and security settings that are stored in the registry as
part of a configuration profile. When a profile is selected as the active profile on
the Main tab, the settings for that profile become active. An administrator can
define up to 20 profiles, edit them, and delete them on the Profile tab in SCU.
Profile changes made on the tab are saved to the profile only when the
Commit button is pressed.
Unless it is modified, the Default profile does not specify an SSID, EAP type, or
method of encryption. If the Default profile is the active profile, then the radio
will associate only to an access point that broadcasts its SSID and requires no
EAP type and no encryption.
Figure 2-19 Profile Tab
l Edit Profile: This is used to select the profile to be viewed or, if you are an
administrator, edited.
l Actions: Four actions are available, with the first three available only to an
administrator:
- New: Create a new profile with default settings and give it a unique
name (and then change settings using other selections on the tab).
-Rename: Give the profile a new name, one that is not assigned to another
profile
- Delete: Delete the profile, provided that it is not the active profile.
- Scan: Open a window that lists access points that are broadcasting their
SSIDs. Each time you tap the Refresh button, you view an updated list of
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APs, with each row showing an AP’s SSID, its received signal strength
indication (RSSI), and whether or not data encryption is in use (true or
false). You can sort the list by clicking on the column headers. If you
are authorized as an administrator, select an SSID in the list, and tap
Commit, you return to the Profile tab to create a profile for that SSID.
l Radio: Radio attributes in the list box can be selected individually. When an
attribute is selected, the current setting or an appropriate selection box with
the current setting highlighted appears on the right.
l Security: Values for the two primary security attributes, EAP type and
encryption type, are displayed in separate dropdown lists, with the current
values highlighted. When you as an administrator select an EAP type, the
Credentials button appears; when you tap it, a dialog box appears that
enables you to define authentication credentials for that EAP type. When
you as an administrator select an encryption type that requires the
definition of WEP keys or a pre-shared key, the PSKs/WEP Keys button
appears; when you tap it, a dialog box appears that enables you to define
WEP keys or a PSK.
l Commit: To ensure that changes to profile settings made on the tab are
saved in the profile, you must tap the Commit button.
To cause a Summit radio to connect to a typical business WLAN, you must select
a profile that specifies the SSID, EAP type, and encryption type supported by the
WLAN:
l SSID: This is the name or identification of the WLAN.
l EAP type: This is the protocol used to authenticate the device and its user if
the WLAN uses the Enterprise version of Wi-Fi Protected Access (WPA) and
WPA2. SCU supports five EAP types: PEAP with EAP-MSCHAP
(PEAP-MSCHAP), PEAP with EAP-GTC (PEAP-GTC), EAP-TLS, LEAP, and
EAP-FAST
l Encryption: This specifies the type of key used to encrypt and decrypt
transmitted data and how that key is specified or derived. Encryption
options include:
- WPA2 or WPA with dynamic keys (derived from the EAP authentication
process)
- WPA2 or WPA with pre-shared keys
- Static WEP keys
Consult the user’s guide for details on all profile settings, including security
settings.
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Status Tab
The Status tab provides status information on the radio.
l Active profile
l Radio’s status: Down (not recognized), Disabled, Not Associated, Associated,
or [EAP type] Authenticated
l Client info: Name, IP address, and MAC address
l AP info: Name, IP address, MAC address, beacon period, and DTIM interval
l Connection info: Channel, data rate, transmit power, signal strength, and
signal quality
Figure 2-20 Status Tab
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Diags Tab
Figure 2-21 Diags Tab
l (Re)connect: Disable and enable the radio, apply or reapply the current
profile, and attempt to associate and authenticate to the wireless LAN,
logging all activity in the output area at the bottom.
l Release/Renew: Obtain a new IP address through DHCP release/renew,
and log all activity in the output area at the bottom.
l Start Ping: Start a continuous ping to the address in the edit box next to it.
Once the button is clicked, its name and function will change to Stop Ping.
Moving to an SCU window other than Status or Diags also will stop the ping,
as will Pings will continue until you tap the Stop Ping button, move to an SCU
window other than Diags or Status, exit SCU, or remove the radio.
l Diagnostics: Attempt to (re)connect to an AP, and provide a more thorough
dump of data than is obtained with (Re)connect. The dump will include
radio state, profile settings, global settings, and a BSSID list of APs in the
area.
l Save To...: Save the diagnostics output to a file.
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Global Tab
Global settings include:
l Radio and security settings that apply to all profiles
l Settings that apply to SCU itself
An administrator can define and change most global settings on the Global
Settings Tab in SCU.
Figure 2-22 Global Tab
The default setting for each global setting ensures reliable operation in most
environments. Consult the user’s guide for details on all global settings.
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2.4.4 Using HSPA (3.5G) Wireless WAN
The HSPA PCI Express Mini Card is a compact, lightweight, wireless UMTS-based
modem. It provides EDGE, GPRS, GSM, WCDMA, HSDPA and HSUPA connectivity
for VMT12, point-of-sale devices, telemetry products and other
machine-to-machine and vertical applications over several radio frequency
bands:
GSM, GPRS, EDGE
850 MHz, 900 MHz, 1800 MHz, 1900 MHz
UMTS WCDMA / HSDPA / HSUPA
800 MHz, 850 MHz, 1900 MHz, 2100 MHz
Receive diversity:
Optimized for diversity on 800, 850, 1900 and 2100 MHz
Setup connection
1. Removed the 9 screws from rear cover.
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2. Open the front panel, and insert the User's SIM card to slot, make sure the
User's SIM card has applied the 3G service.
Note: You must turn off the ͷ before inserting the SIM card.
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3. Turn on the VMT12, then booting into OS.
4. Check the device manager without any question mark.
5. Double Click the "Sierra Wireless Watcher" and Click Button "Connect", then
the VMT12 will connect to the internet.
6. To tap “?” can get help information for each program.
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2.4.5 GPS Setting
Setup connection
1. Turn on the VMT12, booting into OS.
2. Double click the "VisualGPS.exe" application program icon on the desktop.
3. Start test in "Visual GPS", setting COM port (COM3) and baud rate (9600bps) use for
GPS module.
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4. After start test, the NMEA output messages are display on the Command Monitor
Window. And you can see more gps information on the other windows such as
“Signal Quality Window”, “Azimuth and Elevation window” and so on.
NMEA monitor window
The NMEA monitor window will allow you to monitor the data from the GPS
receiver in real time. Any data received from the receiver is piped into this
window and no filtering of any kind is performed. If the GPS receiver outputs
more data than is required by VisualGPS, that data will be displayed.
This window may be sized and stretched to fit within the desired area. Using the
right mouse button over the window will display various settings. These settings
are described below.
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Signal Quality Window
The Signal Quality Window uses the GPGSV NMEA message to extract the signal
to noise ratio (SNR C/No) which is specified as a number from 0 - 99 dB.
Depending on the number of satellites in view, the number of SNR bars will vary.
At the top of each SNR bar, the raw SNR value is displayed. Full scale is
considered any SNR value of 50 dB or above. At the bottom of each bar shows the
satellite ID or Pseudo Random Number.
The signal quality bar will change its color depending if the satellite is used in the
navigation solution returned by the GPGSA NMEA message. If the satellite is not
used in the position fix solution, the signal quality bar will be in gray. If the
satellite is used in the solution, the signal quality bar will be blue.
Azimuth and Elevation window
The Azimuth and Elevation window shows satellite position and the physical
antenna mask angle. The satellite position is denoted using azimuth, 0° to 359°,
and elevation, 0° to 90° where 90° is the horizon. The satellites are also color
coded to show which is part of the navigation solution and tracked. When the
satellite is highlighted in color shows that it is being used for a navigation
solution and tracked. When the satellite is gray shows that the satellite is not
tracked.
Like the Signal Quality Window, the Azimuth & elevation Window will use the
GPGSV NMEA command to extract azimuth and elevation for each satellite that is
in view. Each satellite is identified by its Pseudo Random Number (PRN) with the
azimuth as the letter ‘A’ and elevation by the letter ‘E’.
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The color of the text for each satellite indicates whether the satellite is used in
the position solution. When the text is in red, the satellite is used in the solution.
When the text is in gray, the satellite is not used in the solution.
In stationary or static applications it is necessary to place the antenna where it
can get a clear view of the sky. Sometimes there are obstructions to the antenna
and knowing the effect on the tracking of satellites is essential. The Azimuth and
Elevation Window has the ability to show graphically the elevation mask angle.
This is the blue jagged line that is built by using satellite information. Using the
information from the SNR and solution status, a graphical representation of the
mask angle is built. This may take as long a 24 hours of tracking. Below is an
example of how the physical elevation mask looks after 16 hours of acquisition
on the West Coast on North America. See Azimuth and Elevation Properties for
more information on configuration settings to the physical mask angle.
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Navigation Window
The Navigation Window displays position data from the GPS receiver. This data
includes latitude, longitude and altitude.
Survey Window
The Survey Window is one of the more interesting windows of VisualGPS. This
window will log latitude, longitude and altitude displaying data graphically.
The Survey Window is split into three frames. The first, at the top, is the Survey
Frame. Here, a plot of past position history is displayed graphically and is known
as paths. These paths can be saved to disk and viewed at a latter time.
The frame directly below the Survey Frame is the Altitude Frame. This frame
simply plots the altitude.
To the right of the Altitude Frame is the Position Statistics frame. Displayed here
are position average and Dilution of precision or DOPs.
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2.4.6 Bluetooth Setting & Using
Start BlueSoleil
1. Turn on the VMT12, booting into OS.
2. Double click the "BlueSoleil Space" application program icon on the desktop.
3. Make your Bluetooth devices discoverable, Double-click "Central Sun" icon in
BlueSoleil window.
Then your Bluetooth devices will be found and listed on the orbit in BlueSoleil
window.
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4. Double-click your Bluetooth device icon to search services. Available services will
be highlighted by service icons located on top of the BlueSoleil window.
5. Double click a service icon to initiate a connection. You might be prompted to enter
a passkey to authenticate. Enter the same passkey on both sides, or enter the
specific one provided by the device manufacture on your computer side only. A
dialog box as shown below will pop up for you to enter a passkey.
After the connection is established, both the Bluetooth device icon and the service
icon will turn green.
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2.4.7 Help
To tap “?” can get help information for each program.
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Chapter 3. H/W installation
3.1 Jumpers
3.1.1 Jumper list
Table 3-1 Jumper List
J2
J3
J4
J5
3.1.2 Jumper Settings
Table 3-2 J2: COM2 Setting
Part Number
Footprint
Description
Setting
(1-2)
(3-4)
(5-6)
COM2 Setting
AT / ATX Power SEL
Clear CMOS
Panel Voltage SEL
1653003260
HD_3x2P_79
PIN HEADER 3*2P 180D(M) 2.0mm SMD SOUARE PIN
Function
RS232
RS485
RS422
Table 3-3 J3: AT / ATX Power SEL
Part Number
Footprint
Description
Setting
(1-2)
EMPTY
1653002101
HD_2x1P_79_D
PIN HEADER 2*1P 180D(M)SQUARE 2.0mm DIP W/O Pb
Function
AT Power SEL
ATX Power
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Table 3-4 J4: Clear COMS
Part Number
Footprint
Description
Setting
(1-2)
(2-3)
1653003101
HD_3x1P_79_D
PIN HEADER 3*1P 180D(M) 2.0mm DIP SQUARE W/O Pb
Function
Normal
Clear CMOS
Table 3-5 J5: PAN VOL SEL
Part Number
Footprint
Description
Setting
(1-2)
1653003101
HD_3x1P_79_D
PIN HEADER 3*1P 180D(M) 2.0mm DIP SQUARE W/O Pb
Function
+5V
(2-3)
+3V
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3.1.3 Jumper Description
Cards can be configured by setting jumpers. A jumper is a metal bridge
used to close an electric circuit. It consists of two metal pins and a small
metal clip (often protected by a plastic cover) that slides over the pins to
connect them. To close a jumper, you connect the pins with the clip. To
open a jumper, you remove the clip. Sometimes a jumper will have three
pins, labeled 1, 2 and 3. In this case you would connect either pins 1 and 2,
or 2 and 3.
The jumper settings are schematically depicted in this manual as follows.
A pair of needle-nose pliers may be helpful when working with jumpers. If
you have any doubts about the best hardware configuration for your
application, contact your local distributor or sales representative before
you make any changes. Generally, you simply need a standard cable to
make most connections.
Warning! To avoid damaging the computer, always turn off the power
supply before setting jumpers. Clear CMOS. Before turning on
the power supply, set the jumper back to 3.0 V Battery On.
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3.2 Connectors
3.2.1 Connector list
Table 3-6 Connector list
CN1 Audio
CN2 SATA
CN3 SATA
CN4 GPIO
CN5 HDD & PWR LED
CN6 12V AT Power Input
CN7 COM3/COM4
CN8 AT/ATX Power Input
CN9 MIO 2.0
CN10 PS2
CN11 SMBus
CN12 COM2
CN13 Inverter Power Output
CN14 Internal USB
CN15 Internal USB
CN16 18 bits LVDS Panel
CN17 LAN (Option)
CN18 LAN1
CN19 LAN2
CN20 Power Switch (Low Active )
CN21 LPT
CN22 Standby Power Input
CN23 Reset
CN24 External USB
CN25 External USB
CN26 COM1
CN27 VGA
CN28 Mini PCIE lock
CN29 Mini PCIE slot
CN30 DDR2 SODIMM
CN31 BIOS Socket
CN32 CF
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3.2.2 Connector Settings
3.2.2.1 Audio Interface (CN1)
Audio Port Connectors
One 5 x 2 pin box header for Audio connector. These audio connectors are
used for audio devices. The audio jacks are differentiated by color for
different audio sound effects.
3.2.2.2 SATA Connector (CN2, CN3)
VMT12 Motherboard supports Serial ATA via two connectors (CN2, CN3).
Data transfer rates up to 300 MB/s are possible, enabling very fast data
and file transfer, and independent DMA operation on two ports.
3.2.2.3 GPIO (General Purpose Input Output) (CN4)
The board supports 8-bit GPIO through GPIO connector. The 8 digital in
and out-puts can be programmed to read or control devices, with input or
out- put defined. The default setting is 4 bits input and 4 bits output.
3.2.2.4 Power & HDD LED Indicator (CN5)
The HDD LED indicator for hard disk access is an active low signal (24
mA sink rate). Power supply activity LED indicator.
3.2.2.5 Power Reset Button (CN23)
Momentarily pressing the reset button will activate a reset. The switch
should be rated for 10 mA, 5 V.
3.2.2.6 Power Connectors
Main power connector, (CN6, CN8)
VMT12 Motherboard can support both ATX and AT power supply.
-AT: 5 V or 12 V, ATX: 5 V, 5 V sb (12 V is optional for LCD inverter and
add on card)
-AT: 12 V, ATX: 12 V, 5 V sb
Note! Use the ATX power cable (PN: 1700000265 ATX-20P (M)/12P (F) 10 CM)
to connect CN8, it's changed from 12 pin to 20 pin, and provides 5 V and
12 V and other PS_ON signals.
3.2.2.7 COM Port Connector (CN7, CN12,CN26)
The VMT12 Motherboard provides 4 serial ports (COM1, COM3 & COM4:
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RS-232; COM2: RS-232/422/485) in one DB-9 connector (CN26) for
COM1 and one 7*2P pin header (CN12) for COM2 and one 10*2P pin
header(CN7) for COM3 & COM4. It provides connections for serial
devices (a mouse, etc.) or a communication network. You can
find the pin assignments for the COM port connector in Appendix A.
COM RS-232/422/485 setting (J2)
COM2 can be configured to operate in RS-232, RS-422, or RS-485 mode.
This is done via J2.
Table 3-7 J2: COM2 Setting
Setting
(1-2) RS232
(3-4) RS485
(5-6)
Function
RS422
3.2.2.8 Keyboard and PS/2 Mouse Connector (CN10)
The board provides a keyboard connector that supports both a keyboard
and a PS/2 style mouse. In most cases, especially in embedded
applications, a keyboard is not used. If the keyboard is not present, the
standard PC/AT BIOS will report an error or fail during power-on self-test
(POST) after a reset. The product's BIOS standard setup menu allows you
to select "All, But Keyboard" under the "Halt On" selection. This allows
no-keyboard operation in embedded system applications, without the
system halting under POST.
3.2.2.9 SMBus Connector (CN11)
The System Management Bus (abbreviated to SMBus or SMB) is a simple
two-wire bus, derived from I2C and used for communication with
low-bandwidth devices on a motherboard, especially power related
chips such as a laptop's rechargeable battery subsystem (see Smart
Battery Data). Other devices might include temperature, fan or voltage
sensors, lid switches and clock chips. PCI add-in cards may connect to a
SMBus segment.
The SMBus was defined by Intel in 1995. It carries clock, data, and
instructions and is based on Philips' I2C serial bus protocol. Its clock
frequency range is 10 kHz to 100kHz. Its voltage levels and timings are
more strictly defined than those of I2C, but devices belonging to the two
systems are often successfully mixed on the same bus.
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3.2.2.10 Inverter Power Connector (CN13)
VMT12 Motherboard can provide +5 V and +12 V and signal to LCD
inverter board via CN13.
3.2.2.11 USB Connectors (CN14, CN15, CN24, CN25)
The board provides up to six USB (Universal Serial Bus) ports. This
gives complete Plug and Play, and hot attach/detach for up to 127
external devices. The USB interfaces comply with USB specification Rev.
2.0 which supports 480 Mbps transfer rate, and are fuse protected.
There are 5 x 2 pin 180D (M) connectors for internal use, 4 x USB ports
at CN14, CN15 and two external USB port at CN24,CN25. You will need
an adapter cable if you use a standard USB connector. On one end the
adapter cable has a 5 x 2-pin connector with a foolproof connection to
prevent it from being plugged in the wrong way and on the other end a
USB connector.
3.2.2.12 VGA/LCD/LVDS Interface Connections
The board's PCI VGA interface can drive conventional CRT displays and
is capable of driving a wide range of flat panel displays, including
passive LCD and active LCD displays. The board has connectors to
support these displays: one for standard CRT VGA monitors and one for
flat panel displays
CRT display connector (CN27)
The CRT display connector is a box header connector used for
conventional CRT displays.
LVDS LCD panel connector (CN16)
The board supports 18bit LVDS LCD panel displays. Users can connect
to a 18bit LVDS LCD on it.
3.2.2.13 Ethernet Configuration (CN18, CN19)
10/100/1000 Mbps connections are made via RJ-45 connectors.
The board is equipped with 2 high performance PCI Ethernet interface
which is fully compliant with IEEE 802.3u 100Base-T & IEEE 802.3ab
1000Base-T. It is supported by all major network operating systems.
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3.2.2.14 Power Switch Connector (CN20)
One 2 x 1 pin wafer box (CN20) for power switch.
3.2.2.15 LPT Connector (CN21)
VMT12 Motherboard can support LPT via CN21. LPT (Line Print
Terminal) is the original, yet still common, name of the parallel port
interface on IBM PC-compatible computers. It was designed to operate
a text printer that used IBM's 8-bit extended ASCII character set.
3.2.2.16 Standby Power Connector (CN22)
VMT12 Motherboard can support both ATX and AT power supply.
3.2.2.17 Mini PCIe Connector (CN28,CN29)
PCI Express Mini Card (also known as Mini PCI Express, Mini PCIe, and
Mini PCI-E) is a replacement for the Mini PCI form factor based on PCI
Express. It is developed by the PCI-SIG. The host device supports both
PCI Express and USB 2.0 connectivity, and each card uses whichever the
designer feels most appropriate to the task. VMT12 Motherboard
supports a Mini PCIe slot.
3.2.2.18 DDRII DIMM Socket (CN30)
One 200-pin/H6.5 mm DDRII DIMM socket (CN30) supports DDRII 667
MHz up to 2 GB.
3.2.2.19 CompactFlash (CN32)
VMT12 Motherboard provides a CompactFlash card type I/II socket.
The CompactFlash card shares a secondary IDE channel which can be
enabled/disabled via the BIOS settings.
Compact Flash set as fix master mode.
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3.3 Mechanical
3.3.1 Jumper and Connector Location
Figure 3-1 Jumper and Connector layout (Component side)
Figure 3-2 Jumper and Connector layout (Solder side)
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3.3.2 Board Dimension
Figure 3-3 Board Dimension layout (Component side)
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Figure 3-4 Board Dimension layout (Solder side)
Figure 3-5 Board Dimension layout (Coastline)
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Chapter 4. BIOS Settings
AMIBIOS has been integrated into many motherboards for over a decade. With
the AMIBIOS Setup program, you can modify BIOS settings and control the
various system features. This chapter describes the basic navigation of the
VMT12 Motherboard BIOS setup screens.
Figure 4-1 Setup program initial screen
AMI's BIOS ROM has a built-in setup program that allows users to modify the
basic system configuration. This information is stored in battery-backed CMOS so
it retains the setup information when the power is turned off.
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4.1 Entering Setup
Turn on the computer and check for the “patch" code. If there is a number
assigned to the patch code, it means that the BIOS supports your CPU. If
there is no number assigned to the patch code, please contact an Advantech
application engineer to obtain an up-to-date patch code file. This will ensure
that your CPU's system status is valid. After ensuring that you have a
number assigned to the patch code, press <DEL> and you will immediately
be allowed to enter setup.
4.2 Main Setup
When you first enter the BIOS Setup Utility, you will enter the Main setup
screen. You can always return to the Main setup screen by selecting the
Main tab. There are two Main Setup options. They are described in this
section. The Main BIOS Setup screen is shown below.
Figure 4-2 Main setup screen
The Main BIOS setup screen has two main frames. The left frame displays all
the options that can be configured. Grayed-out options cannot be configured;
options in blue can. The right frame displays the key legend.
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Above the key legend is an area reserved for a text message. When an option
is selected in the left frame, it is highlighted in white. Often a text message
will accompany it.
4.2.1 System time / System date
Use this option to change the system time and date. Highlight System
Time or System Date using the <Arrow> keys. Enter new values through
the keyboard. Press the <Tab> key or the <Arrow> keys to move between
fields. The date must be entered in MM/DD/YY format. The time must be
entered in HH:MM:SS format.
4.3 Advanced BIOS Features Setup
Select the Advanced tab from the VMT12 Motherboard setup screen to
enter the Advanced BIOS Setup screen. You can select any of the items in
the left frame of the screen, such as CPU Configuration, to go to the sub
menu for that item. You can display an Advanced BIOS Setup option by
highlighting it using the <Arrow> keys. All Advanced BIOS Setup options
are described in this section. The Advanced BIOS Setup screens are shown
below. The sub menus are described on the following pages.
Figure 4-3 Advanced BIOS features setup screen
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4.3.1 CPU Configuration
Figure 4-4 CPU Configuration Setting
Max CPUID Value Limit
This item allows you to limit CPUID maximum value.
Execute-Disable Bit Capability
This item allows you to enable or disable the No-Execution page
protection technology.
Hyper Threading Technology
This item allows you to enable or disable Intel® Hyper Threading
technology.
Intel® SpeedStep® tech
When set to disabled, the CPU runs at its default speed, when set to
enabled, the CPU speed is controlled by the operating system.
Intel® C-STATE tech
This item allows the CPU to save more power under idle mode.
Enhanced C-States
CPU idle set to enhanced C-States, disabled by Intel® C-STATE tech item.
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4.3.2 IDE Configuration
Figure 4-5 IDE Configuration
ATA/IDE Configuration
This item allows you to select Disabled / Compatible / Enhanced.
Legacy IDE Channels
When set to Enhanced mode you can select IDE or AHCI mode. When
select Compatible mode you can select SATA only / SATA pri, PATA sec or
PATA only.
Primary/Secondary/Third IDE Master/Slave
BIOS auto detects the presence of IDE device, and displays the status of
auto detection of IDE device.
>Type: Select the type of SATA driver.
[Not Installed][Auto][CD/DVD][ARMD]
>LBA/Large Mode: Enables or Disables the LBA mode.
>Block (Multi-Sector Transfer): Enables or disables data
multi-sectors transfers.
>PIO Mode: Select the PIO mode.
>DMA Mode: Select the DMA mode.
>S.M.A.R.T.: Select the smart monitoring, analysis, and reporting
technology.
>32Bit Data Transfer : Enables or disables 32-bit data transfer.
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Hard Disk Write Protect
Disable/Enable device write protection. This will be effective only if the
device is accessed through BIOS.
IDE Detect Time Out (Sec)
This item allows you to select the time out value for detecting
ATA/ATAPI device(s).
4.3.3 Super I/O Configuration
Figure 4-6 Super I/O Configuration
Serial Port1 / Port2 / Port3 / Port 4 address
This item allows you to select serial port1 ~ port4 of base addresses.
Serial Port1 / Port2 / Port3 / Port 4 IRQ
This item allows you to select serial port1 ~ port4 of IRQ.
RS-485 Control for SP2
This item allows you to select RS485 control.
Auto Direction Control Select
This item allows you to enable or disable auto flow control function.
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4.3.4 Hardware Health Configuration
Figure 4-7 Hardware health configuration
H/W Health Function
This item allows you to control H/W monitoring.
Temperature & Voltage show
CPU/System Temperature
Vcore / +3.3Vin / +5Vin / +12Vin / VBAT
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4.3.5 ACPI Settings
Figure 4-8 ACPI Settings
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4.3.5.1 General ACPI Configuration
Figure 4-9 General ACPI Configuration
Suspend mode
Select the ACPI state used for system suspend.
Report Video on S3 Resume
This item allows you to invoke VA BIOS POST on S3/STR resume.
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4.3.5.2 Advanced ACPI Configuration
Figure 4-10 Advanced ACPI Configuration
ACPI Version Features
This item allows you to enable RSDP pointers to 64-bit fixed system
description tables.
ACPI APIC support
Include APIC table pointer to RSDT pointer list.
AMI OEMB table
Include OEMB table pointer to R(x)SDT pointer lists.
Headless mode
Enable / Disable Headless operation mode through ACPI.
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4.3.5.3 Chipset ACPI Configuration
Figure 4-11 Chipset ACPI Configuration
Energy Lake Feature
Allows you to configure Intel's Energy Lake power management
technology.
APIC ACPI SCI IRQ
Enable/Disable APIC ACPI SCI IRQ.
USB Device Wakeup From S3/S4
Enable/Disable USB Device Wakeup from S3/S4.
High Performance Event Timer
Enable/Disable High performance Event timer.
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4.3.6 AHCI Configuration
Figure 4-12 AHCI Configuration
AHCI Port0 / Port1
While entering setup, BIOS auto detects the presence of IDE devices. This
displays the status of auto detection of IDE device.
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4.3.7 APM Configuration
Figure 4-13 APM Configuration
Power Management/APM
Enable or disable APM.
Power Button Mode
Power on, off, or enter suspend mode when the power button is pressed.
The following options are also available.
Restore on AC power Loss
Use this to set up the system response after a power failure. The "Off"
setting keeps the system powered off after power failure, the “On” setting
boots up the system after failure, and the "Last State" returns the system to
the status just before power failure.
Video Power Down Mode
Power down video in suspend or standby mode.
Hard Disk Power Down Mode
Power down Hard Disk in suspend or standby mode.
Standby Time Out
Go into standby in the specified time.
Suspend Time Out
Go into Suspend in the specified time.
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Resume On Ring
Enable / Disable RI to generate a wake event.
Resume On PME#
Enable / Disable PME to generate a wake event.
Resume On RTC Alarm
Enable / Disable RTC to generate a wake event.
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4.3.8 Event Log Configuration
Figure 4-14 Event Log Configuration
View Event Log
View all unread events on the event Log.
Mark all events as read
Mark all unread events as read.
Clear Event Log
Discard all events in the event Log.
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4.3.9 MPS Configuration
Figure 4-15 MPS Configuration
MPS Revision
This item allows you to select MPS reversion.
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4.3.10 Smbios Configuration
Figure 4-16 Smbios Configuration
Smbios Smi Support
SMBIOS SMI wrapper support for PnP function 50h-54h.
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4.3.11 USB Configuration
Figure 4-17 USB Configuration
Legacy USB Support
Enables support for legacy USB. Auto option disables legacy support if
no USB devices are connected.
USB 2.0 Controller Mode
This item allows you to select HiSpeed(480Mbps) or FullSpeed
(12Mpbs).
BIOS EHCI Hand-Off
This is a workaround for OS without EHCI hand-off support. The EHCI
ownership change should claim by EHCI driver.
Hotplug USB FDD Support
A dummy FDD device is created that will be associated with the
hotplugged FDD later. Auto option creates this dummy device only if
there is no USB FDD present.
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>>> USB Mass Storage Device Configuration
Figure 4-18 USB Mass storage Device Configuration
USB Mass Storage Reset Delay
Number of sends POST wait for the USB mass storage device after start unit command.
Emulation Type
If Auto, USB devices less than 530MB will be emulated as a floppy drive and the
remaining as hard drive. Force FDD option can be used to force a FDD formatted
drive to boot as FDD (Ex. ZIP drive).
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4.4 Advanced PCI/PnP Settings
Select the PCI/PnP tab from the VMT12 Motherboard setup screen to enter
the Plug and Play BIOS Setup screen. You can display a Plug and Play BIOS
Setup option by highlighting it using the <Arrow> keys. All Plug and Play
BIOS Setup options are described in this section. The Plug and Play BIOS
Setup screen is shown below.
Figure 4-19 PCI/PNP Setup (top)
Clear NVRAM
Set this value to force the BIOS to clear the Non-Volatile Random Access
Memory (NVRAM).The Optimal and Fail-Safe default setting is No.
Plug & Play O/S
When set to No, BIOS configures all the device in the system. When set to
Yes and if you install a Plug and Play operating system, the operating
system configures the Plug and Play device not required for boot.
PCI Latency Timer
Value in units of PCI clocks for PCI device latency timer register.
Allocate IRQ to PCI VGA
When set to Yes will assigns IRQ to PCI VGA card if card requests IRQ. When
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set to No will not assign IRQ to PCI VGA card even if card requests an IRQ.
Palette Snooping
This item is designed to solve problems caused by some non-standard VGA
card.
PCI IDE BusMaster
When set to enabled BIOS uses PCI busmastering for reading/writing to
IDE drives.
OffBoard PCI/ISA IDE Card
Some PCI IDE cards may require this to be set to the PCI slot number that is
holding the card. When set to Auto will works for most PCI IDE cards.
IRQ3 / 4 / 5 / 7 / 9 / 10 /11
This item allows you respectively assign an interruptive type for IRQ-3, 4, 5,
7, 9, 10, 11.
DMA Channel 0 / 1 / 3 / 5 / 6 / 7
When set to Available will specify which DMA is available to be used by
PCI/PnP devices. When set to Reserved will specify which DMA will be
reserved for use by legacy ISA devices.
Reserved Memory Size
This item allows you to reserve the size of memory block for legacy ISA
device.
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4.5 Boot Settings
Figure 4-20 Boot Setup Utility
4.5.1 Boot settings Configuration
Figure 4-21 Boot Setting Configuration
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Quick Boot
This item allows BIOS to skip certain tests while booting. This will
decrease the time needed to boot the system.
Quiet Boot
If this option is set to Disabled, the BIOS displays normal POST messages.
If Enabled, an OEM Logo is shown instead of POST messages.
AddOn ROM Display Mode
Set display mode for option ROM.
Bootup Num-Lock
Select the Power-on state for Numlock.
PS/2 Mouse Support
Select support for PS/2 Mouse.
Wait For "F1' If Error
Wait for the F1 key to be pressed if an error occurs.
Hit "DEL' Message Display
Displays -Press DEL to run Setup in POST.
Interrupt 19 Capture
This item allows options for ROMs to trap interrupt 19.
Bootsafe function
This item allows you to enable or disable the bootsafe function.
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4.6 Security Setup
Figure 4-22 Password Configuration
Select Security Setup from the VMT12 MOTHERBOARD Setup main BIOS
setup menu. All Security Setup options, such as password protection and
virus protection are described in this section. To access the sub menu for the
following items, select the item and press <Enter>:
Change Supervisor / User Password
Boot Sector Virus protection: The boot sector virus protection will warn if
any program tries to write to the boot sector.
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4.7 Advanced Chipset Settings
Figure 4-23 Advanced Chipset Settings
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4.7.1 North Bridge Chipset Configuration
Figure 4-24 North Bridge Configuration
DRAM Frequency
This item allows you to manually change DRAM frequency.
Configure DRAM Timing by SPD
This item allows you to enables or disable detection by DRAM SPD.
Memory Hole
This item allows you to free 15MB-16MB of memory size for some ISA
devices.
Initate Graphic Aadapter
This item allows you to select which graphics controller to use as the
primary boot device.
Internal Graphics Mode Select
Select the amount of system memory used by the Internal graphics device.
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Figure 4-25 Video function configuration
DVMT Mode Select
Displays the active system memory mode.
DVMT/FIXED Memory
Specify the amount of DVMT / FIXED system memory to allocate for video
memory.
Boot Display Device
Select boot display device at post stage.
Flat Panel Type
This item allows you to select which panel resolution you want.
Spread Spectrum Clock
This item allows you to enable or disable the spread spectrum clock.
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4.7.2 South Bridge Chipset Configuration
Figure 4-26 South Bridge Configuration
USB Functions
Disabled, 2 USB Ports, 4 USB Ports, 6 USB Ports or 8 USB Ports.
USB 2.0 Controller
Enables or disables the USB 2.0 controller.
Internal LAN controller
Enables or disables the internal LAN controller.
Internal LAN Bootroom
Enables or disables internal LAN boot.
GbE controller
Enables or disables the GbE controller.
GbE LAN Boot
Enables or disables GbE LAN boot.
GbE Wake Up From S5
Enables or disables GbE LAN wake up from S5 function.
HDA Controller
Enables or disables the HDA controller.
SMBUS Controller
Enables or disables the SMBUS controller.
SLP_S4# Min. Assertion Width
This item allows you to set a delay of sorts.
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4.8 Exit Option
Figure 4-27 Exit Option
4.8.1 Save Changes and Exit
When you have completed system configuration, select this option to save
your changes, exit BIOS setup and reboot the computer so the new system
configuration
parameters can take effect.
1. Select Exit Saving Changes from the Exit menu and press <Enter>.
The following message appears: Save Configuration Changes and Exit
Now? [Ok] [Cancel]
2. Select Ok or cancel.
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4.8.2 Discard Changes and Exit
Select this option to quit Setup without making any permanent changes to
the system configuration.
1. Select Exit Discarding Changes from the Exit menu and press
<Enter>. The following message appears: Discard Changes and Exit
Setup Now? [Ok] [Cancel]
2. Select Ok to discard changes and exit. Discard Changes
3. Select Discard Changes from the Exit menu and press <Enter>.
4.8.3 Load Optimal Defaults
The VMT12 Motherboard automatically configures all setup items to
optimal settings when you select this option. Optimal defaults are
designed for maximum system performance, but may not work best for all
computer applications. In particular, do not use the Optimal Defaults if
your computer is experiencing system configuration problems. Select
Load Optimal Defaults from the Exit menu and press <Enter>.
4.8.4 Load Fail-Safe Defaults
The VMT12 Motherboard automatically configures all setup options to
fail-safe settings when you select this option. Fail-Safe Defaults are
designed for maximum system stability, but not maximum performance.
Select Fail-Safe Defaults if your computer is experiencing
system configuration problems.
1. Select Load Fail-Safe Defaults from the Exit menu and press <Enter>.
The following message appears: Load Fail-Safe Defaults? [OK]
[Cancel]
2. Select OK to load Fail-Safe defaults.
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Chapter 5. S/W introduction & installation
5.1 S/W Introduction
The mission of Advantech Embedded Software Services is to "Enhance
quality of life with Advantech platforms and Microsoft Windows embedded
technology.” We enable Windows embedded software products on
Advantech platforms to more effectively support the embedded computing
community. Customers are freed from the hassle of dealing with multiple
vendors (Hardware suppliers, System integrators, Embedded OS
distributor) for projects. Our goal is to make Windows embedded software
solutions easily and widely available to the embedded computing
community.
5.2 Driver Installation
To install the drivers please just insert the CD into CD-Rom, select the
drivers that you want to install, then run .exe (set up) file under each
chipset folder and follow Driver Setup instructions to complete the
installation.
5.2.1 Windows XP Professional
To install the drivers for Windows XP Professional, insert the CD into the
CD-Rom, it will auto-detect the hardware platform and then pop up with
the "Embedded Computing Install Wizard box”; just select the drivers that
you want to install then click Install All Selected drivers. Follow the Driver
Setup Wizard instructions; click "Next" to complete the installation.
5.2.2 Other OS
To install the drivers for another Windows OS or Linux, please browse the
CD to run the setup file under each chipset folder on the CD-ROM.
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5.3 Value-Added Software Services
Software API: An interface that defines the ways by which an application
program may request services from libraries and/or operating systems.
Provides not only the underlying drivers required but also a rich set of
user-friendly, intelligent and integrated interfaces, which speeds
development, enhances security and offers add-on value for Advantech
platforms. It plays the role of catalyst between developer and solution, and
makes Advantech embedded platforms easier and simpler to adopt and
operate with customer applications.
5.3.1 SUSI Introduction
To make hardware easier and convenient to access for programmers,
Advantech has released a suite of API (Application Programming Interface)
in the form of a program library. The program Library is called Secured
and Unified Smart Interface or SUSI for short.
In modern operating systems, user space applications cannot access
hardware directly. Drivers are required to access hardware. User space
applications access hardware through drivers. Different operating
systems usually define different interface for drivers. This means that
user space applications call different functions for hardware access in
different operating systems. To provide a uniform interface for accessing
hardware, an abstraction layer is built on top of the drivers and SUSI is
such an abstraction layer. SUSI provides a uniform API for application
programmers to access the hardware functions in different Operating
Systems and on different Advantech hardware platforms.
Application programmers can invoke the functions exported by SUSI
instead of calling the drivers directly. The benefit of using SUSI is
portability. The same set of API is defined for different Advantech
hardware platforms. Also, the same set of API is implemented in different
Operating Systems including Windows XP and Windows CE. This user’s
manual describes some sample programs and the API in SUSI. The
hardware functions currently supported by SUSI can be grouped into a
few categories including Watchdog, I2C, SMBus, GPIO, and VGA control.
Each category of API in SUSI is briefly described below.
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5.3.2 Software APIs
5.3.2.1 The GPIO API
General Purpose Input/Output is a flexible parallel interface that allows a
variety of custom connections. It allows users to monitor the level of
signal input or set the output status to switch on/off a device. Our API also
provides Programmable GPIO, which allows developers to dynamically
set the GPIO input or output status.
5.3.2.2 The I2C API
I2C is a bi-directional two-wire bus that was developed by Phillips for use
in their televisions in the 1980s and nowadays is used in various types of
embedded systems. The strict timing requirements defined in the I2C
protocol has been taken care of by SUSI. Instead of asking application
programmers to figure out the strict timing requirements in the I2C
protocol, the I2C API in SUSI can be used to control I2C devices by
invoking other function calls. SUSI provides a consistent programming
interface for different Advantech boards. That means user programs using
SUSI are portable among different Advantech boards as long as the boards
and SUSI provide the required functionalities. Overall product
development times can be greatly reduced using SUSI.
5.3.2.3 The SMBus API
The System Management Bus (SMBus) is a two-wire interface defined by
Intel® Corporation in 1995. It is based on the same principles of operation
of I2C and is used in personal computers and servers for low-speed
system management communications. Nowadays, it can be seen in many
types of embedded systems. As with other API in SUSI, the SMBus API is
available on many platforms including Windows XP and Windows CE.
5.3.2.4 The Display Control API
There are two kinds of VGA control APIs, backlight on/off control and
brightness control. Backlight on/off control allows a developer to turn on
or off the backlight, and to control brightness smoothly.
1. Brightness Control
– The Brightness Control API allows a developer to interface with an
embedded device to easily control brightness.
2. Backlight Control
– The Backlight API allows a developer to control the backlight
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(screen) on/off in an embedded device.
5.3.2.5 The Watchdog API
A watchdog timer (abbreviated as WDT) is a hardware device which
triggers an action, e.g. rebooting the system, if the system does not reset
the timer within a specific period of time. The WDT API in SUSI provides
developers with functions such as starting the timer, resetting the timer,
and setting the timeout value if the hardware requires customized
timeout values.
5.3.2.6 The Hardware Monitor API
The hardware monitor (abbreviated as HWM) is a system health
supervision capability achieved by placing certain I/O chips along with
sensors for inspecting the target of interests for certain condition
indexes, such as fan speed, temperature and voltage etc.
However, due to the inaccuracy among many commercially available
hardware monitoring chips, Advantech has developed a unique scheme
for hardware monitoring - achieved by using a dedicated
micro-processor with algorithms specifically designed for providing
accurate, real-time and reliable data content; helping protect your
system in a more reliable manner.
5.3.2.7 The Power Saving API
1. CPU Speed
– Make use of Intel SpeedStep technology to reduce power
consumption. The system will automatically adjust the CPU Speed
depending on system loading.
2. System Throttling
– Refers to a series of methods for reducing power consumption in
computers by lowering the clock frequency. APIs allow the user to
lower the clock from 87.5% to 12.5%.
5.3.3 SUSI Utilities
5.3.3.1 BIOS Flash
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The BIOS Flash utility allows customers to update the flash ROM BIOS
version, or use it to back up current BIOS by copying it from the flash chip
to a file on customers’disk. The BIOS Flash utility also provides a
command line version and API for fast implementation into customized
applications.
5.3.3.2 Embedded Security ID
The embedded application is the most important property of a system
integrator. It contains valuable intellectual property, design knowledge
and innovation, but it is easily copied! The Embedded Security ID utility
provides reliable security functions for customers to secure their
application data within embedded BIOS.
5.3.3.3 Monitoring utility
The Monitoring utility allows the customer to monitor system health,
including voltage, CPU and system temperature and fan speed. These
items are important to a device; if critical errors happen and are not
solved immediately, permanent damage may be caused.
5.3.3.4 eSOS
The eSOS is a small OS stored in BIOS ROM. It will boot up in case of a
main OS crash. It will diagnose the hardware status, and then send an
e-mail to a designated administrator. The eSOS also provides remote
connection: Telnet server and FTP server, allowing the administrator to
rescue the system.
5.3.3.5 Flash Lock
Flash Lock is a mechanism that binds the board and CF card (SQFlash)
together. The user can “Lock” SQFlash via the Flash Lock function and
“Unlock” it via BIOS while booting. A locked SQFlash cannot be read by any
card reader or boot from other platforms without a BIOS with the “Unlock”
feature.
5.3.4 SUSI Installation
SUSI supports many different operating systems. Each subsection below
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describes how to install SUSI and related software on a specific operating
system. Please refer to the subsection matching your operating system.
5.3.4.1 Windows XP
In windows XP, you can install the library, drivers and demo programs
onto the platform easily using the installation tool--The SUSI Library
Installer. After the installer has executed, the SUSI Library and related
files for Windows XP can be found in the target installation directory. The
files are listed in the following table.
Directory Contents
\Library
\Demo
\Demo\SRC Source code of the demo program on Windows XP.
n Susi.lib
Library for developing the applications on Windows XP.
n Susi.dll
Dynamic library for SUSI on Windows XP.
n SusiDemo.EXE
Demo program on Windows XP.
n Susi.dll
Dynamic library for SUSI on Windows XP.
The following section illustrates the installation process.
Note! The version of the SUSI Library Installer shown on each screen shot
below depends on your own particular version.
1. Extract Susi.zip.
2. Double-click the "Setup.exe" file.
The installer searches for a previous installation of the SUSI Library.
If it locates one, a screen shot opens asking whether you want to
modify, repair or remove the software. If a previous version is
located, please see the section of [Maintenance Setup]. If it is not
located, the following screen shot opens. Click Next.
5.3.4.2 Windows CE
In windows CE, there are three ways to install the SUSI Library, you can
install it manually or use Advantech CE-Builder to install the library or
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just copy the programs and the library onto a compact flash card.
Express Installation:
You can use Advantech CE-Builder to load the library into the image.
n First, you click the My Component tab.
n In this tab, you click Add New Category button to add a new category,
eg. The SUSI Library
n Then you can add a new file in this category, and upload the SUSI.dll
for this category. After these steps, you can select the SUSI Library
category you created for every project.
Manual Installation:
You can add the SUSI Library into the image by editing any bib file.
First you open project.bib in the platform builder.
n Add this line to the MODULES section of project.bib
Susi.dll $(_FLATRELEASEDIR)\Susi.dll NK SH
n If you want to run the window-based demo, add following line:
SusiTest.exe $(_FLATRELEASEDIR)\SusiTest.exe
n If you want to run the console-based demo, add following lines:
Watchdog.exe $(_FLATRELEASEDIR)\Watchdog.exe NK S
GPIO.exe $(_FLATRELEASEDIR)\GPIO.exe NK S
SMBUS.exe $(_FLATRELEASEDIR)\SMBUS.exe NK S
n Place the three files into any files directory.
n Build your new Windows CE operating system.
5.3.5 SUSI Sample Programs
Sample Programs
The sample programs demonstrate how to incorporate SUSI into your
program. There are sample programs for two categories of operating
system, i.e. Windows XP and Windows CE. The sample programs run in
graphics mode in Windows XP and Windows CE. The sample programs
are described in the subsections below.
Windows Graphics Mode
There are sample programs of Windows in graphics mode for two
categories of operating system, i.e. Windows CE and Windows XP. Each
demo application contains an executable file SusiDemo.exe, a shared
library Susi.dll and source code within the release package. The files of
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Windows CE and Windows XP are not compatible with each other.
SusiDemo.exe is an executable file and it requires the shared library,
Susi.dll, to demonstrate the SUSI functions. The source code of
SusiDemo.exe also has two versions, i.e. Windows CE and Windows XP,
and must be compiled under Microsoft Visual C++ 6.0 on Windows XP or
under Microsoft Embedded Visual C++ 4.0 on Windows CE. Developers
must add the header file Susi.h and library Susi.lib to their own projects
when they want to develop something with SUSI.
SusiDemo.exe
The SusiDemo.exe test application is an application which uses all
functions of the SUSI Library. It has five major function blocks: Watchdog,
GPIO, SMBus, I2C and VGA control. The following screen shot appears
when you execute SusiDemo.exe. You can click function tabs to select test
functions respectively. Some function tabs will not show on the test
application if your platform does not support such functions. For a
complete support list, please refer to Appendix A. We describe the steps to
test all functions of this application.
GPIO
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When the application is executed, it will display GPIO information in the
GPIO INFORMATION group box. It displays the number of input pins and
output pins. You can click the radio button to choose to test either the
single pin function or multiple pin functions. The GPIO pin assignments of
the supported platforms are located in Appendix B.
n Test Read Single Input Pin
– Click the radio button- Single-Pin.
– Key in the pin number to read the value of the input pin. The Pin
number starts from '0'.
– Click the READ GPIO DATA button and the status of the GPIO pin
will be displayed in (R/W) Result field.
n Test Read Multiple Input Pin
– Click the radio button- Multiple-Pins.
– Key in the pin number from ‘0x01’ to ‘0x0F’ to read the value of the
input pin. The pin numbers are ordered bitwise, i.e. bit 0 stands for
GPIO 0, bit 1 stands for GPIO 1, etc. For example, if you want to read
pin 0, 1, and 3, the pin numbers should be ‘0x0B’.
– Click READ GPIO DATA button and the statuses of the GPIO pins will
be displayed in (R/W) Result field.
n Test Write Single Output Pin
– Click the radio button- Single-Pin.
– Key in the pin numbers you want to write. Pin numbers start from
'0'.
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– Key in the value either '0' or '1' in (R/W) Result field to write the
output pin you chose above step.
– Click the WRITE GPIO DATA button to write the GPIO output pin.
n Test Write Multiple Output Pins
– Click the radio button- Multiple-Pins.
– Key in the pin number from ‘0x01’ to ‘0x0F’ to choose the multiple
pin numbers to write the value of the output pin. The pin numbers
are ordered bitwise, i.e. bit 0 stands for GPIO 0, bit 1 stands for
GPIO 1, etc. For example, if you want to write pin 0, 1, and 3, the pin
numbers should be ‘0x0B’.
– Key in the value in (R/W) Result field from ‘0x01’ to ‘0x0F’ to write
the value of the output pin. The pin numbers are ordered bitwise,
i.e. bit 0 stands for GPIO 0, bit 1 stands for GPIO 1, etc. For example,
if you want to set pin 0 and 1 high, 3 to low, the pin number should
be ‘0x0B/, and then you should key in the value ‘0x0A’ to write.
– Click the WRITE GPIO DATA button to write the GPIO output pins.
I2C
When the application is executed, you can read or write a byte of data
through I2C devices. All data must be read or written in hexadecimal
system.
n Read a byte
– Key in the slave device address in Slave address field.
– Key in the register offset in Register Offset field.
– Click the READ A BYTE button and then a byte of data from the device
will be shown on the Result field.
n Write a byte
– Key in the slave device address in Slave address field.
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– Key in the register offset in Register Offset field.
– Key in the desirous of data in Result field to write to the device.
– Click the WRITE A BYTE button and then the data will be written to the
device through I2C.
SMBus
When the application has executed, you can click the radio button to
choose to test each access mode, i.e. Access a byte, Access multiple bytes
and Access a word. All data must be read or written in hexadecimal except
the numbers for radio button: Access multiple bytes mode must be
written in decimal. You can test the functionalities of the watchdog as
follows:
n Read a byte
– Click the radio button- Access a byte.
– Key in the slave device address in the Slave address field.
– Key in the register offset in the Register Offset field.
– Click the READ SMBus DATA button and a byte of data from the
device will be shown on the Result field.
n Write a byte
– Click the radio button- Access a byte.
– Key in the slave device address in Slave address field.
– Key in the register offset in Register Offset field.
– Key the desired data in the Result field to write to the device.
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– Click the WRITE SMBus DATA button and then the data will be written
to the device through SMBus.
n Read a word
– Click the radio button- Access a word.
– Key in the slave device address in the Slave address field.
– Key in the register offset in the Register Offset field.
– Click the READ SMBus DATA button and then a word of data from the
device will be shown on the Result field.
n Write a word
– Click the radio button- Access a word.
– Key in the slave device address in the Slave address field.
– Key in the register offset in the Register Offset field.
– Key in the desired data, such as 0x1234, in the Result field to write to
the device.
– Click the WRITE SMBus DATA button and the data will be written to
the device through the SMBus.
n Read Multiple bytes
– Click the radio button- Access multiple bytes.
– Key in the slave device address in the Slave address field.
– Key in the register offset in the Register Offset field.
– Key in the desired number of bytes, such as 3, in the right side field of
radio button- Access multiple bytes. The number must be written in
decimal.
– Click the READ SMBus DATA button and then all data from the device
will be divided from each other by commas and be shown in the
Result field.
n Write Multiple bytes
– Click the radio button- Access multiple bytes.
– Key in the slave device address in the Slave address field.
– Key in the register offset in the Register Offset field.
– Key in the desired number of bytes, such as 3, in the right side field of
the radio button- Access multiple bytes. The number must be written
in decimal.
– Key in all the desired data in the Result field in hexadecimal format,
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divided by commas, for example, 0x50,0x60,0x7A.
– Click the WRITE SMBus DATA button and all of the data will be
written to the device through the SMBus.
Display Control
When the application is executed, it will display two blocks of VGA control
functions. The application can turn on or turn off the screen shot freely,
and it also can tune the brightness of the panels if your platform is being
supported. You can test the functionalities of VGA control as follows:
n Screen on/off control
– Click the radio button ON or push the key F11 to turn on the panel
screen.
– Click the radio button OFF or push the key F12 to turn off the panel
screen.
– The display chip of your platform must be in the support list in
Appendix A, or this function cannot work.
n Brightness control
– Move the slider in increments, using either the mouse or the direction
keys, or click the UP button to increase the brightness.
– Move the slider in decrements, using either the mouse or the
direction keys, or click the DOWN button to decrease the brightness.
Watchdog
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When the application is executed, it will display watchdog information in
the WATCHDOG INFORMATION group box. It displays max timeout, min
timeout, and timeout steps in milliseconds. For example, a 1~255 seconds
watchdog will has 255000 max timeout, 1000 min timeout, and 1000
timeout steps. You can test the functionality of the watchdog as follows:
n Set the timeout value 3000 (3 sec.) in the SET TIMEOUT field and
set the delay value 2000 (2 sec.) in the SET DELAY field, then click
the START button. The Timeout Countdown field will countdown the
watchdog timer and display 5000 (5 sec.).
n Before the timer counts down to zero, you can reset the timer by
clicking the REFRESH button. After you click this button, the
Timeout Countdown field will display the value of the SET TIMEOUT
field.
n If you want to stop the watchdog timer, you just click the STOP
button.
Hardware Monitor
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When the Monitor application is executed by clicking the button,
hardware monitoring data values will be displayed. If certain data values
are not supported by the platform, the correspondent data field will be
grayed-out with a value of 0. For More detail PCM-9362 software API user
manual, please contact your dealer or Advantech AE. We also include
these manuals in this CD.
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