Ampro Corporation 5001451A manual Little Board Development Platform And QuickStart Kit

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Little Board Development Platform And QuickStart Kit

To help developers quickly assemble an embedded system, Ampro offers the Little Board Development Platform. It includes a power supply, 3-1/2 inch 1.44M floppy disk drive, IDE hard drive, CD ROM drive, speaker, I/O connectors, a backplane for ISA and PCI expansion cards, an I/O development board (described below), and mounting studs for the Little Board.

The Development Platform provides a "known good" environment for your development work. You can install the Little Board P6d module, MiniModules, or conventional expansion boards, keyboard, monitor, and I/O devices to quickly create a platform for your hardware and software engineering needs.

The QuickStart Kit includes cables, documentation, and software needed to develop an application with the Little Board. Unlike the Development Platform, you must supply the disk drives and power supply. Technical drawings for the cables provided in the QuickStart Kit are included in Appendix B.

There are other kits available from Ampro to aid in the development of your application. A Cable Kit that includes only the Little Board P6d cable set is available.

To facilitate connections to the Little Board P6d utility connectors, Ampro provides the Little Board P6d Utility I/O Development Board. Figure 1-1is an illustration of the I/O Development board showing the connectors and switches that are provided. It is included in the Development Platform Kit and the QuickStart Kit.

Figure 1-1. I/O Development Board

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Contents Little Board P6d Reference Manual Revision Reason for Change Date Copyright 2000, 2002, Ampro Computers, IncorporatedTable of Contents Preface ROM Bios Standards Contact Information Cables Index Page Website IntroductionTechnical Support Surface MailViii CPU/Motherboard Product Feature SummaryGeneral Description CompactFlash Disk Enhanced Embedded-PC BiosModular PC/104-Plus Expansion Bus Floppy Interface Serial PortsParallel Port PCI-Bus Eide InterfacesFlat Panel/CRT Display Controller MBps Ethernet LAN InterfaceEnhanced Reliability SoftwareDesigning Little Board Systems On-board MiniModule ExpansionLittle Board Development Platform And QuickStart Kit I/O Development BoardConnector Name Description Connector DescriptionsJ2 Power Pin # SignalJ4 Keyboard Switch Descriptions S1 S5J3 Misc J5 MouseSystem Block Diagram Page Mounting Dimensions OverviewLittle Board P6d Module with Mounting Dimensions Connector Summary Connector Function Size Key PinPage Little Board P6d Connector and Jumper Locations Jumper Group Function Default Jumper SummaryPin # Signal Name Function DC PowerPower Requirements Connector Type Mating ConnectorBackup Battery Switching Power SuppliesPowerfail NMI Cooling RequirementsPin # Function Fan ConnectorSystem Memory Shadowing Bios RecoveryInterrupt and DMA Channel Usage Interrupt Function Channel Function Battery-Backed ClockSerial Ports Addresses and Interrupt Assignments ROM-BIOS Installation of the Serial PortsSerial Port Connectors J8, J11 Port Address InterruptPorts Pin # Name Function Ports Pin # Signal Name Function In/Out DB25 Pin DB9 PinSignal DB25 Serial TTL Option Ampro Custom Serial FeaturesSerial Console Features Jumper ResultUsing a Standard PC Keyboard COM Port Table Using Arrow Keys During SetupUniversal Serial Bus USB Ports Function Substitute KeysJ5 Pin # Signal Name Function IrDA Connector Part of Utility J19J4 Pin # Signal Name Function Infrared IrDA InterfaceMulti-Mode Parallel Port ROM-BIOS Installation of Parallel PortsJ19 Pin # Signal Name Function Addresses and InterruptsParallel Port Connector J9 DMA ChannelsPin # Signal Name Function In/Out DB25 Pin IEEE-1284-compliant CablesParallel Port Registers Using the Parallel Port in Bidirectional ModeLatch-Up Protection Standard and Bidirectional OperationUsing the Control Lines for Additional I/O Enabling the Parallel Port Interrupt22. Parallel Port Register Bits Floppy Drive Considerations Floppy Interface ConfigurationFloppy Disk Interface Capacity Drive Size Tracks Data RateEide Hard Disk Interface Floppy Interface Connector J14Pin # Signal Name Function In/Out Pin # Signal Function Name CompactFlash Solid-State Disk IDE Interface ConfigurationMaster/Slave Setting Enabling the DriveAudio Amplifier Audio Interface ConnectorAudio Interface Connector Function Type Signals Audio Interface Adapter Schematic Pin # Signal Function Flat Panel/CRT Video ControllerConnecting a Flat Panel J15 Name Connector Pins/Type DescriptionPower Sequencing Advanced Power ManagementBios Support of Standard Flat Panels Connecting a CRT J17J6 Pin # Name Function Pin # Signal Name DB-15ZV Port Interface J16 Disabling the Video Controller Ethernet RJ45 Interface Connector J13Ethernet Network Interface Hardware DescriptionNetwork Operating Systems Ethernet Interface SoftwareManufacturers Ethernet ID Network OS DriversEthernet Indicator LEDs Watchdog TimerEthernet Setup Color Designation FunctionUtility Connectors J19 38. Utility Connector J19 Speaker Connections Push-button Reset ConnectionLED Connection Keyboard ConnectionIrDA Interface Miscellaneous Power Management SignalsPC/104-Plus Expansion Bus TTL Serial PortsUsing Standard PC and AT Bus Cards Expansion Bus Connector PinoutsPin # Signal Name Function Pin # Signal Function Name Pin 12VSetup Setup HelpMenu Name Functions Setup 1 Main Menu ↑ ↓ → ←Setup 2 Standard Cmos Setup Eide Hard Disk DrivesDrive Selection Setup 3 Bios Features Setup VideoSerial Console Operation during Setup Setup 4 Chipset Features Setup 10. Setup 4 Chipset Features SetupSetup 5 Power Management Setup 11. Setup 5 Power Management SetupPage Setup 6 PCI Configuration Setup 12. Setup 6 PCI Configuration SetupSetup 7 Integrated Peripherals Setup Integrated Peripherals SetupPanel # Panel Class IDE HDD Auto Detection Screen Other Setup ScreensLoad Setup Defaults Screen Save & Exit Setup Screen Exit Without Saving ScreenLittle Board P6d Technical Specifications Embedded-PC System EnhancementsOn-board Peripherals Mechanical and Environmental Specifications Support SoftwareBios Modes Flat Panel DisplaysSupported CRT Video Modes-Standard VGA Supported CRT Video Modes-Low Resolution Supported CRT Video Modes-Extended Modes 46h Generic 32K 8x16 Hardware IRQ Map IRQ #Page Appendix a Standards Contact Information EPP and ECP OperationPage Appendix B Cables Page Cable Setup Index Setup summary Shadowing Index Index-4

5001451A specifications

Ampro Corporation is known for its commitment to quality and innovation, particularly in the field of embedded computing solutions. One of its standout products, the Ampro Corporation 5001451A, is a robust and versatile embedded computing platform designed to meet the demanding needs of industrial applications.

The 5001451A features a compact and modular design that allows for flexibility and ease of integration into various systems. It is built around a powerful processor, ensuring high performance for data-intensive operations. This embedded platform can support various operating systems, giving developers the freedom to choose the environment that best suits their project requirements. Additionally, the system's architecture is optimized for low power consumption, which is critical for applications where energy efficiency is paramount.

One of the key characteristics of the 5001451A is its extensive I/O capabilities. It includes multiple ports for serial communication, USB, and Ethernet, making it highly adaptable for different connectivity needs. The system also supports various expansion options, allowing users to add additional functionalities as required. This adaptability is essential for industries such as telecommunications, transportation, and medical devices, where specific operational demands vary widely.

Moreover, the 5001451A is designed with durability in mind. It can operate effectively in challenging environments, with features such as extended temperature ranges and resistance to shock and vibration. This ruggedness makes it an ideal choice for deployment in outdoor installations or industrial settings where equipment is subjected to harsh conditions.

The product also integrates advanced security features to protect against cyber threats, which is increasingly important in today's connected world. With built-in encryption and secure boot capabilities, the 5001451A ensures that sensitive data is safe and that the system remains reliable against unauthorized access.

In summary, the Ampro Corporation 5001451A stands out as a powerful, flexible, and reliable embedded computing solution. Its combination of performance, modularity, durability, and security makes it an excellent choice for a wide range of industrial applications, making it a go-to option for developers and engineers seeking a dependable embedded platform. With the ongoing advancements in technology, the 5001451A is well-positioned to adapt to future challenges and opportunities in the ever-evolving landscape of embedded systems.