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TABLE OF CONTENTS

1 FOREWORD.......................................................................................................................5

1.1 Brands and publication rights...................................................................................... 5

1.2 Compatibility................................................................................................................ 5

1.3 Installation and service................................................................................................ 5

1.4 Peripherals and how to connect them.......................................................................... 6

1.5 Vehicle servicing.......................................................................................................... 6

1.6 Traffic safety.................................................................................................................6

1.7 How to use the User Manual........................................................................................ 6

1.8 Technical support......................................................................................................... 6

1.9 Symbols ........................................................................................................................ 7

2 EPEC OY..............................................................................................................................8

3 WARRANTY CONDITIONS ............................................................................................9

4 EPEC MOBILE PC...........................................................................................................10

4.1 Accessories................................................................................................................. 10

5 IDENTIFICATION INFORMATION ............................................................................11

5.1 CPU identification information.................................................................................. 11

5.2 Display unit identification information...................................................................... 11

6 TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS..................................................................................12

6.1 Epec Mobile PC ......................................................................................................... 12

6.2 Epec Mobile PC's display .......................................................................................... 13

7 DEVICE STRUCTURE AND DIMENSIONS................................................................14

7.1 Epec Mobile PC ......................................................................................................... 14

7.2 Epec Mobile PC's display .......................................................................................... 15

7.3 Structure and accessories ..........................................................................................16

8 CONNECTIONS ...............................................................................................................17

8.1 Epec Mobile PC CPU ................................................................................................ 17

8.2 Epec Mobile PC's CPU connector unit/mounting plate............................................. 18

8.3 Standard connector interface of Epec Mobile PC's CPU.......................................... 19

8.4 Epec Mobile PC's display connector interface.......................................................... 25

9 INSTALLATION............................................................................................................... 28

9.1 Accessories and instructions when installing with the mounting plate...................... 29

9.2 Mounting accessories for a model installed without the mounting plate...................31

10 COOLING..........................................................................................................................33

11 PRE-HEATING AND NORMAL HEATING ................................................................34

11.1 Pre-heating................................................................................................................. 34

11.2 Normal heating........................................................................................................... 35

12 BLOCK DIAGRAMS........................................................................................................36

12.1 Central processing unit.............................................................................................. 36

12.2 Display ....................................................................................................................... 37

13 CONNECTION EXAMPLES ..........................................................................................38

14 INSTALLATION TESTING............................................................................................40

14.1 Cable testing............................................................................................................... 40

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14.2 Antenna testing........................................................................................................... 40

14.3 Printer testing............................................................................................................. 41

14.4 Modem testing............................................................................................................ 41

14.5 Testing GPS module and GPRS modem telecommunications....................................42

15 EXTERNAL FUNCTIONS OF THE DEVICE..............................................................43

15.1 Epec Mobile PC Buttons and indicator LED’s.......................................................... 43

15.2 Functions of the indicator LED’s............................................................................... 44

15.2.1 Power LED..................................................................................................... 44

15.2.2 Heating LED................................................................................................... 45

15.2.3 Error LED ...................................................................................................... 46

15.2.4 Hdd activity LED............................................................................................ 46

15.3 Functions of Epec Mobile PC buttons........................................................................ 47

15.3.1 ON/OFF Button.............................................................................................. 47

15.3.2 Backlight control buttons ............................................................................... 47

16 FURTHER INFORMATION...........................................................................................48

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1 FOREWORD

This User Manual will help you adopt Epec Mobile PC and it provides information on

the operation of the system.

This Manual concerns Epec Mobile PC, which uses the Intel Pentium M processor

technology1.

NOTE! A separate User Manual will be published for future products, which may include

information specific to new products.

1.1 Brands and publication rights

This User Manual is intended for programmers and users of the device. It includes

pictures, drawings and information that are covered by the ownership rights. The User

Manual provides information on general hardware requirements, connections,

installation, service diagnostics and the programming of the device.

The information in this User Manual corresponds to the present situation and may be

updated after the introduction of new features or hardware changes. Version changes

are indicated on page 2 of the most recent version.

Epec Oy is constantly developing its product and reserves the right to technical

changes without prior notice. Please read this User Manual carefully before adopting

the device.

1.2 Compatibility

The recommended operating system is Windows XP 2.

1.3 Installation and service

The installation and servicing of Epec Mobile PC system may only be performed by an

authorised installation/service (www.epec.fi). The device may only be installed, opened

or repaired by an authorised person. Installation must be performed exactly according

to the instructions given.

NOTE! An improperly installed, serviced or opened device is dangerous and actions of

this kind annul the warranty terms of the device. An improperly installed, serviced or

repaired device may cause interference in the vehicle's other electronic actuators and

may lead to serious malfunctions in the operation of the machine.

1 Pentium M is a registered ® Intel product and Epec Mobile PC is an Epec Oy brand™.

2 Windows is Microsoft's registered ® product.

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1.4 Peripherals and how to connect them

There are many connections in Epec Mobile PC, such as those for operating voltage

input, display and other external devices. The devices to be connected must be safe

and comply with general electrical safety regulations.

NOTE! Insufficient EMC and EMI properties may give rise to malfunctions in the other

actuators of the machine/vehicle.

1.5 Vehicle servicing

Disconnect the Epec Mobile PC from the voltage supply and all grounding structures

from the hardware for servicing, if welding work is to be carried out on the vehicle.

When servicing/welding a machine/vehicle, all PC connections (ground and voltage

supply) must be disconnected.

NOTE! It is also recommended that the PC be removed from the installation rack for

the duration of the work. If this is not done, the work may damage the hardware.

1.6 Traffic safety

Using the computer while driving may endanger traffic safety. It is forbidden to use the

device unnecessarily while driving. The vehicle must be stopped for the manual use of

the Epec Mobile PC or to repair a fault. When operating the vehicle, all peripherals,

such as the keyboard and mouse, must be kept in a place set aside for them in order

to avoid traffic accidents.

1.7 How to use the User Manual

This User Manual was written by the original hardware manufacturer who designs and

makes information systems. This Manual may only be applied to the use of the Epec

Mobile PC manufactured by Epec Oy.

1.8 Technical support

If you have questions, please contact Epec Oy's technical support [email protected]

and service www.epec.fi.

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1.9 Symbols

CE compatibility

This symbol indicates that the product described in this User

Manual complies with the requirements set in the CE Standard.

Warning – electrical shock!

The symbol and warning denote an electrical shock that may

arise from touching the product or part of it. Possible faults

may endanger the user's health and/or give rise to a hazard or

lead to the failure of the hardware.

Warning!

The device may only be serviced, installed or opened by an

authorised service technician.

Note!

The product is sensitive to static electricity. The device may

only be opened and serviced by the manufacturer. The device

may only be serviced in a statically protected

space/workstation. The product is sensitive to ESD peaks and

may not be touched without proper, protected tools.

Quality assurance

Methods complying with the ISO9001:2004 Quality Standard is

followed in the manufacture and functional testing of the

product. Device quality assurance and testing are indicated with

a separate designation that shows the tester's initials and the

testing date.

Quality

designation

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2 EPEC OY

Epec Oy helps its customers to manufacture efficient, safe and environmental friendly

mobile working machines which help their customers to maximise their productivity.

Epec is a solution provider specialized in embedded control systems, information

logistics systems for mobile machines and information systems communicating with

machines. We believe that we know control systems for challenging conditions and we

are able to offer a total solution from control units to project services and designing.

Epec is a reliable, sound partner, whose outlets in Seinäjoki and Kajaani offer our

customers first-rate service solutions. Several international companies have chosen

Epec Oy as their key supplier. Epec cooperates with leading international machine

builders in different sectors, and its products are also distributed by its partners in

different countries who offer consultation and project services to machine builders in

their target markets.

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3 WARRANTY CONDITIONS

The product is subject to Epec Oy's general sales and warranty conditions.

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4 EPEC MOBILE PC

Epec Mobile PC is designed for use in harsh conditions where vibration, wide

temperature changes and moisture are encountered every day. The key features of the

system are operability and safety. Its durable, protected structure contains a powerful

processor and many important features and possibilities to implement a working

control system.

Special, complex machines and actuators call for modern technology in order to work

safely, environmentally friendly and effectively in demanding conditions. More power is

constantly required by machines. An easy-to-use vehicle information system combined

with an embedded machine control system improves the operation of the machine and

the safety of the user and the environment. With good control and information

systems, machine developers and manufacturers can build machines that make work

easy. Epec Mobile PC is a powerful system for use in machines and vehicles. High-

quality environmental tolerance, two separate CAN connections, easy installation and

other outstanding features make Epec Mobile PC an ideal alternative for use in

machines or vehicles operated in demanding environmental conditions.

CAN connections allow a seamless connection between the PC and embedded machine

control systems. The system has normal PC connections so it is possible to use

general-purpose peripherals, such as a mouse, keyboard and printer, which can easily

be connected to the system. Groundbreaking structural solutions, technical support

and quality of the overall system ensure the operability of the unit with regard to

water, dust and environmental conditions.

An automatic, integrated heating system and effective cooling system ensure that Epec

Mobile PC can be used over a broad temperature range. An extremely robust

aluminium structure and integrated vibration attenuation technology, combined with a

strong structure, help increase the durability of the device. Modularity helps

installation, and the installation technology available as an option ensures secure

connections and the easy release of the device.

The Epec Mobile PC's display unit can be installed in a location that matches ergonomic

requirements.

Today machines and vehicles carry an increasing number of electronic actuators. It is

important that the driver can use the hardware easily. Epec Mobile PC is just the right

solution to address the properties required by the operating environment.

4.1 Accessories

Video signal inputs are available for Epec Mobile PC as an option, ensuring easy-to-

install camera connections. Another option is integrated GPS and GPRS systems, which

allow the use of positioning services and wireless data transmission. A GPRS/GSM SIM

card can easily be inserted in the back of the device. External antennas can be chosen

according to the customer. There is also a Compact Flash card slot for data back-up

copying, and the card can easily be used in other devices, too. The card slot is situated

at the back of the device. Accessories include a touch screen, keyboard, mouse,

external DVD drive and the mounting plate presented in the installation section.

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5 IDENTIFICATION INFORMATION

Epec Mobile PC contains the identification information of the manufacturer and the

operating system.

5.1 CPU identification information

Epec Mobile PC's CPU identification information can be found at the bottom of the

device.

1. Model

2. Software version

3. Bios version

4. Date

5. Serial number

6. Quality designation

7. Certificates

8. Operating system licence label

5.1-1 Epec Mobile PC's CPU identification

information

7

3

4

1

2

5

6

8

5.2 Display unit identification information

Epec Mobile PC's display unit identification information can be found at the back of the

display casing.

1. Model

2. Date

3. Serial number

4. Quality designation

5. Certificates

5.2-1 Epec Mobile PC's display unit identification information

1

2

3

4

5

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6 TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS

6.1 Epec Mobile PC

Processor Intel Mobile Pentium 1.8GHz

RAM 1Gb DDR-SDRAM

Hard disk 2,5” 40 GB wide temperature hard disk,

Compact Flash Slot

Operating system Windows® XP

Functional operating voltage +12VDC [option]/+24VDC

Operating voltage range +10…+30VDC

Overvoltage protection > 31V. Regulating. ISO 14982, Class A

System control Built-in microcontroller

Power ON/OFF Automatic Power ON/OFF controlled by start-up

data, two separate control inputs (e.g. ”wake-up”)

Connections 4 x COM [2 x full],

4 x USB,

2 x PS/2,

1 x Ethernet 10/100,

2 x ISO High Speed CAN,

1 x GPS

1 x GPRS

[Option]

1 x LVDS display connection,

1 x VGA display connection [Option]

Power supply and IO connectors UPS voltage +12VDC [pin A1],

Main voltage +12/+24VDC [pin A2],

Ground GND [pin A3],

2 x pre-heating voltage [pins1& 2],

1 x digital input Pre-Heat ON [pin 3],

1 x diff. analogue input ANIN+/- [pin5&10],

1 x digital output +12V/0,5A [pin 7],

External temperature sensor [pin4 (-) & 9(+)].

Casing material and fastening Aluminium casing, surface/rack installation

Front panel ON/OFF button,

Power ON indicator LED,

Alarm indicator LED,

Heating LED,

Hard disk indicator LED

Dimensions 305.5mm (w) x 241mm (d) x 92mm (h)

Weight

4.9kg

Operating temperature -40°C…+50°C

Storage temperature -40°C…+60°C

IP class IP54 [IP65 option]

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6.2 Epec Mobile PC's display

Type 12,1” TFT LVDS

Resolution 18bit XGA 1024 x768

Brightness 400cd/m2

Brightness control Digital buttons

Supply voltage +12/+24 VDC

Supply voltage range +10...+30 VDC

Connections Power supply,

DVI-I,

USB

Loudspeaker 1W, mono 8Ω

Front panel Brightness control buttons [<|>],

ON/OFF button,

Power ON indicator LED,

Alarm indicator LED,

Heating LED

Dimensions 310 x 240 x 60 mm

Casing material Aluminium

Weight

2.9 kg (8.8 lbs)

Fastening

Removable or panel fastening

Operating temperature -40... +50° C

Storage temperature -40... +60°C

IP class IP54 [IP65 Option]

Touch Screen [Option]

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7 DEVICE STRUCTURE AND DIMENSIONS

7.1 Epec Mobile PC

7.1-1 Epec Mobile PC's structure and dimensions

241mm

305.5mm

92mm

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7.2 Epec Mobile PC's display

7.2-1 Epec Mobile PC's display

60mm

310mm

240mm

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7.3 Structure and accessories

7.3-1 Structure of display and central processing units

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8 CONNECTIONS

8.1 Epec Mobile PC CPU

8.1-1 Card slots and connectors of Epec Mobile PC's CPU

Legend of numbers:

1. SIM card slot, push-push lock

2. Compact Flash card slot

3. Connector for signal and antenna connections

4. Connector for signal connections

5. Grounding slip between the casing and connector unit

1 2

3 4

5

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8.2 Epec Mobile PC's CPU connector unit/mounting plate

8.2-1 Connectors of Epec Mobile PC's CPU

Legend of numbers:

1. Grounding slip between the casing and connector unit

2. Connector for signal and antenna connecting

3. Connector for signal connecting

4. Locking hole in the mounting plate (mounting plate available as an accessory)

4

2 3

1

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8.3 Standard connector interface of Epec Mobile PC's CPU

1 2

3 4

5

6

7

8

9

10 11

12

13

14

15

Connector

number

Item

designation

Connection

1 Ethernet LAN/RJ45

2 GND Additional grounding screw

3 Keyboard PS/2 keyboard, 6pin Mini-DIN

4 Mouse PS/2 mouse, 6pin Mini-DIN

5 Disp Data Display data connector, DVI-D

6 COM1 Serial port 1, 9pin D-sub male

7 COM3 Serial port 3, 9pin D-sub male

8 COM2/COM4 Serial port 2 and 4, 15pin D-sub male

9 USB 1-4 USB connector, 2 x double USB-A

10 GPRS GPRS antenna connector, SMA

11 GPS GPS antenna connector, SMA

12 Disp Power Display power supply connector, 15pin D-Sub male

13 Camera 2 x camera inputs, 15pin D-Sub female

14 CAN1/CAN2 CAN1 and 2, 9pin D-Sub female

15 PWR Power supply and I/O connector, 13W3 male

8.3-1 Standard connector interface of Epec Mobile PC's CPU

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1. ETHERNET (LAN, RJ45);

PIN Signal

1 TxD+

2 TxD-

3 RxD+

4 Reserved. Pin 4 & 5 connected to ground

plane through resistor 120R

5 Reserved. Pin 4 & 5 connected to ground

plane through resistor 120R

6 RxD+

7 Reserved. Pin 7 & 8 connected to ground

plane through resistor 120R

8 Reserved. Pin 7 & 8 connected to ground

plane through resistor 120R

2. GND (Additional grounding point);

PIN Signal

Additional grounding

3. KB (PS/2 keyboard, 6pin Mini-DIN);

PIN Signal

1 KB DATA

2 -

3 GND

4 +5V

5 KB CLK

6 -

4. MB (PS/2 mouse, 6pin Mini-DIN);

PIN Signal

1 MS DATA

2 -

3 GND

4 +5V

5 MS CLK

6 -

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