conga-QMX8 Sample Distribution SetQuick Start GuideRevision 1.0PrefaceThis quick start guide provides information on the contents of theconga-QMX8 sample distribution set and how to set it up. DisclaimerThe information contained within this quick start guide, including but notlimited to any product specification, is subject to change without notice.congatec AG provides no warranty with regard to this guide or any otherinformation contained herein and hereby expressly disclaims any impliedwarranties of merchantability or fitness for any particular purpose withregard to any of the foregoing. congatec AG assumes no liability for anydamages incurred directly or indirectly from any technical or typographicalerrors or omissions contained herein or for discrepancies between theproduct and this guide. 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It isavailable in commercial and industrial temperature range.The conga-QEVAL is designed according to Qseven® specification 2.0 andsupports both x86 and ARM modules. With this dual architecture support,customers can test modules with different architectures on a single carrierboard, thereby reducing production cost and time. The customers need tomake sure the switches and jumpers for the shared pins are set correctly toavoid possible malfunction or damage to the module/carrier board.1.2 Set ContentPart #Name Description Qty007005conga-QEVAL/Qseven 2.0ARM Revision B.4Qseven 2.0 evaluation carrier board for ARM based Qseven Modules.1016490conga-QMX8/a-QCM-6GBeMMC16Qseven 2.1 module with NXP automotive i.MX8 QuadMax processor (Alpha Sample). 6GB LPDDR4 and 16GB onboard eMMC HS400.1016455conga-QMX8/CSA-T Active cooling solution. All stand-offs are M2.5threaded.1 48000023RS232 adapter cable MOLEX 6-Pin PicoBlade to two D-SUB 9.110000285MicroSDHC-Card UHS-I8GB - Kingston industrial SDCIT/EU Class 10with preinstalled image.1011115conga-LDVI/EPI LVDS to DVI converter board for digital flatpanels with onboard EEPROM.1 033331cab-LVDV-DAT-34-1515cm data cable LVDS to DVI adapter1 052147cab-LVDV-PWR-10-1515cm power cable LVDS to DVI adapter1 500025conga-HDMI add-on card Used to connect an HDMI display to the "PCIex16 for Graphic Card Adapter" on the conga-QEVAL.1Note: Future conga-QEVAL revisions (B.5 and later) will provide improved SD card compatibility and improved audio performance via a congatec specific audio card. The current sample distribution set includes the conga-QEVAL revision B.4 and does not include the congatec specific audio card.1.3 Connecting the Hardware1. Ensure the hardware is protected from the effects of electrostaticdischarge (ESD).2. Set the DIP switches as described in section 1.5 "DIP Switch Settings".3. Set the jumpers set as described in section 1.6 "Jumper Settings".4. Ensure the included microSD card is inserted into the slot of the module.Note: SD cards with 1.8 V currently not supported by carrier board slot.5. Attach the RS232 adapter cable to the connector on the module.6. Attach the conga-QMX8 module to the carrier board.7. Mount the conga-QMX8/CSA-T active cooling solution.8. Connect the cables and adapters as shown in the picture below.Note: Connect the fan of the cooling solution to the 3-pin connector.Otherwise, the fan will not turn on. The 4-pin connector is currently notsupported.9. Connect an AT/ATX PSU or +12 VDC lab PSU to the carrier board.Note: ATX mode is currently not supported.10. To power on the system, switch on the connected PSU.Note: The power, sleep, and LID buttons currently have no function.cab-LVDV-PWR-10-15PN: 052147cab-LVDV-DAT-34-15PN: 033331conga-LDVI/EPIPN: 011115conga-HDMI add-on cardPN: 500025conga-QMX8PN: 051020conga-QMX8/CSA-T PN: 051050microSDHC-CardPN: 100002851.4 Interfaces1.5 DIP Switch Settings Array M13 - DIP SwitchSwitch #Switch ON Switch OFF1Serial download mode Boot from module*2SPI flash (U4) on hold SPI flash (U4) normal operation*SW1 - DIP Switch SelectedI2C Address Switch 1Switch 2Switch 3Switch 4ON OFF OFF OFF A0OFF ON OFF OFF A1OFF OFF ON OFF A2WP (Write Protect)OFF*OFF*OFF*ON*SW4 - DIP SwitchSwitch #Switch ON Switch OFF1Connect SMB clock signal to PCIe clock buffer*Disconnect2Connect SMB data signal to PCIe clock buffer*Disconnect3Connect SMB clock signal to PCIe slots*Disconnect4Connect SMB data signal to PCIe slots*Disconnect* Default setting. Change to the setting highlighted in red for conga-QMX8 module.1.6 Jumper SettingsX9 - CAN Term Pin Configuration1-2Enabled 2-3Disabled*X17 - RTC Battery Pin Configuration1-2Normal oprtation*2-3RTC battery disconnectedX22 - HDMI/DP Pin Configuration1-2HDMI_HPD#*2-3DP_HPD#X28 - PS_ON# Control Pin Configuration1-2via S3#*2-3via S5#X32 - WiFi @ mini PCIe Pin Configuration1-2Enabled*2-3DisabledX33 - LAN LEDs Pin Configuration1-2Standby powered*2-3Main poweredX37 - USB OTG ID-Pin Pin Configuration1-2X53 USB B ... ID=open*2-3X53 USB A ... ID=GNDX43 - PWR_OK (PWGIN)Pin Configuration1-2Pull-up resistor*2-3ATX power source 4-6DC/DC converterX44 - Debug Display Pin Configuration1-280h and 84h output*2-390h and 94h outputX46 - LCD BKLT Power Pin Configuration1-212 V*2-35 VX47 - LCD Panel Power Pin Configuration1-2 3.3 V 2-35 V*X48 - CPU FAN Power Pin Configuration1-212 V*2-35 VX49 - +5V_SB ATX PSU Pin Configuration1-2Enabled*2-3DisabledX50 - LCD BKLT_EN Pin Configuration1-2HIGH active*2-3LOW activeX51 - SYS. FAN Power Pin Configuration1-212 V*2-35 VX52 - SYS. FAN Control Pin Configuration1-2Without control*2-3With control*Default setting. Change to the setting highlighted in red for the conga-QMX8 module.2 Software2.1 Starting UpThe conga-QMX8 uses U-Boot as standard bootloader. The bootloader isGNU GPL open source software. A serial terminal connection is requiredin order to display the boot process and to modify the boot behavior. Theboot behavior is controlled via environment variables.To establish a terminal connection, a terminal program such as TeraTermor Putty can be used.Use the following communication parameters:Baud rate: Data: Parity: Stop:Flow control: 115200 8 bit none 1 bit noneThe following console output will be displayed when the system is powered on.2.2 Boot ProcessThe conga-QMX8 boot process starts at Power On Reset (POR), where thehardware reset logic forces the ARM core to begin execution, starting fromthe on-chip boot ROM of the processor.After loading, the bootloader will be executed and will perform basic systeminitialization (e.g. the system memory, serial console, etc.). Afterwards, theenvironment settings are parsed and the system boot will go ahead asspecified.Press any key during startup to stop autoboot and to get to u-boot console.At the u-boot console, the environment settings can be displayed usingthe “print” command. In addition, useful functionality is available (such asmemory dump, access to the SPI and the I2C system, etc.). The “help”command will display any command supported by the u-boot.If autoboot is not interrupted by pressing a key, the boot process goesahead and the module will boot the Linux operating system that is installedon the microSD card.2.3 U-Boot Environment VariablesThe u-boot environment is located in SPI Flash (in microSD for prototypes).One of the benefits of the u-boot bootloader is the possibility to specify itsrun time configuration using environment variables.The environment variables of u-boot can be displayed using the printenv(or the print) command.During the boot process, the bootloader evaluates the “bootcmd” variableand executes it. The boot command tries to load a bootscript or a kernelfrom the boot device. If this is successful, the script or kernel will be started,otherwise a fallback to network boot is performed. The variable “mmcdev”specifies the mmc boot device. Furthermore, the variable “mmcroot” ispassed to the kernel in order to specify the location of the root filesystem.The following environment variables are predefined for conga-QMX8:Name Default value Descriptionbootcmd Defines the startup command of the bootloader, i.e.how the system performs the boot processfdt_file imx8qm-cgtqmx8.dtb The device tree blob, might be exchanged in order toenhance functionalityimage Image The name of the kernel image file that is loadedduring boot processhdp_file hdmitxfw.bin The binary firmware file for enabling HDMI transmit,essential to load if video output to HDMI is desired ipaddr not specified Address of the system (used for network boot) serverip not specified Address of the remote host (used for network boot) netmask not specified Netmask of the network (used for network boot) nfsroot not specified The location where the NFS root filesystem is stored(used for network boot)mmcdev"2" (onboard microSD)The boot device number (used for mmcboot) mmcpart"1" (first partition)The number of the bootpartiton on the bootdevice(used for mmcboot)mmcroot"/dev/mmcblk2p2 rootwaitrw" (2nd partition on device 2)The root filesystem (used for mmcboot), might also be used to extend the kernel command lineFollowing, some frequently used scripts:Name Descriptionmmcboot Boots the system from mmc (with the specified parameters for mmcboot), i.e.eMMC, SD-card, microSD-cardmmcargs Configures the bootargs for mmcbootnetboot Boots the system from network (with the specified parameters for network boot) netargs Configures the bootargs for network bootloadbootscript Used during boot, loads an eventually existing boot scriptloadimage Used during boot, loads the kernelloadfdt Used during boot, loads the device tree blob fileloadhpd Used during boot, loads the hdmi firmware fileThere are several commands to change the behavior of the bootloader and to customize the boot process. The help command can be used to display a list of all available commands.2.4 LinuxBy default, the system boots the Linux operating system that is stored onthe microSD card. The operating system image is Yocto.Booting to the Linux desktop may take some time. This is because thecomplete system initialization occurs from a microSD card connected viaa 4-bit interface.To speed up the boot process significantly, install the root filesystem ontothe onboard eMMC device or an external SATA device.NoteIn order to maintain the integrity of the file system, it is recommended toalways shutdown the system cleanly by issuing the command “poweroff”in the console terminal.2.5 Additional InformationThe software provided with the conga-QMX8 sample distribution set isbased on the Yocto Project () and i.MX8 specific add-on layers provided by NXP and congatec.In order to rebuild the root filesystem image, kernel and bootloaderfor conga-QMX8, the complete kernel source, bootloader source andindividual patches can be obtained from the congatec source coderepository:https:///imx8_early_accessFurther software documentation can be found here:https:///imx8_early_access/meta-fsl-bsp-releaseNoteContact congatec technical support to get access to the repository.。
User Manualfor the820950 ADD2-LVDS-Dual card 820953 ADD2-LVDS-Single cardA GP D igital D isplay second generation card with L ow V oltage D ifferential S ignaling T ransmitterDesigned primarily for 986LCD-M family and KT965/Flex motherboards820950 ADD2-LVDS-Dual820953 ADD2-LVDS-SingleDocument revision history.Revision Date By Comment16th 2008 MLA Page 7, “PWR connector” text improved.D Sept.4th, 2007 MLA MB specific configuration added to Installation Guide.C Sept.20th, 2007 MLA 820953 Picture added. Minor layout changes.B Aug.13th , 2007 MLA Add ADD2-LVDS-SingleA Mar.0 Jan.19th , 2007 MLA Preliminary version.Copyright Notice:Copyright © 2007, KONTRON Technology A/S, ALL RIGHTS RESERVED.No part of this document may be reproduced or transmitted in any form or by any means, electronically or mechanically, for any purpose, without the express written permission of KONTRON Technology A/S.Trademark Acknowledgement:Brand and product names are trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective owners.Disclaimer:KONTRON Technology A/S reserves the right to make changes, without notice, to any product, including circuits and/or software described or contained in this manual in order to improve design and/or performance. Specifications listed in this manual are subject to change without notice. KONTRON Technology assumes no responsibility or liability for the use of the described product(s), conveys no license or title under any patent, copyright, or mask work rights to these products, and makes no representations or warranties that these products are free from patent, copyright, or mask work right infringement, unless otherwise specified. Applications that are described in this manual are for illustration purposes only. KONTRON Technology A/S makes no representation or warranty that such application will be suitable for the specified use without further testing or modification.Life Support PolicyKONTRON Technology’s PRODUCTS ARE NOT FOR USE AS CRITICAL COMPONENTS IN LIFE SUPPORT DEVICES OR SYSTEMS WITHOUT EXPRESS WRITTEN APPROVAL OF THE GENERAL MANAGER OF KONTRON Technology A/S.As used herein:1. Life support devices or systems are devices or systems which, (a) are intended for surgical implant intobody, or (b) support or sustain life and whose failure to perform, when properly used in accordance with instructions for use provided in the labeling, can be reasonably expected to result in significant injury to the user.2. A critical component is any component of a life support device or system whose failure to perform can bereasonably expected to cause the failure of the life support device or system, or to affect its safety or effectiveness.KONTRON Technology Technical Support and ServicesIf you have questions about installing or using your KONTRON Technology Product, check this User’s Manual first – you will find answers to most questions here. To obtain support, please contact your local Distributor or Field Application Engineer (FAE).Before Contacting Support: Please be prepared to provide as much information as possible:ADD-On Board1. Type.2. Part-number (Number starting with “68”).Configuration1. Motherboard Type2. BIOS Revision (Find the Version Info (BIOS ID) in the BIOS Setup Menu)3. BIOS Settings different than Default Settings (Display related settings).4. O/S Make and Version.5. Graphic Driver Version numbers.6. Attached LCD Panel(s) etc.Table of contents: INTRODUCTION (5)MECHANICAL DRAWING (5)FUNCTIONAL DIAGRAM (6)CONNECTOR POSITION (7)CONNECTOR DESCRIPTION (7)INSTALLATION GUIDE (9)ELECTRICAL SPECIFICATION (10)APPENDIX: HOW TO REMOVE LVDS CONNECTOR (11)APPENDIX: THE 820971 LDI EVALUATION KIT (12)Introduction• Single or dual LVDS Transmitter each working as Single/Dual LVDS Transmitter up to 165Mpixels/s • Panel fitting scalar-up scale to 1600x1200• Panel resolution up to 1920x1200 (@60Hz Frame Rate • The ADD2-LVDS-Dual supported by KT965 Family• The ADD2-LVDS-Single supported by KT965 and 986LCD-M Families • LVDS low jitter PLL accepts spread spectrum input • LVDS 18-bit and 24-bit output • 2D dither engine• Panel protection and power sequencing• High-speed SDVO1 serial (1G~2Gbps) AC-coupled • differential RGB inputs• Low voltage interface support to graphics device • Programmable power management • Fully programmable through serial port • Configuration through opcodes1• Complete Windows and DOS driver support • 3.3/5V LCDVCC selection•Backlight Signal inversion selectionThe ADD2-LVDS cards are based on the Chrontel CH7308A LVDS transmitter. The ADD2-LVDS-Dual is equipped with two CH7308A and supports two independent displays having resolutions up to 1600x1200 (1920x1200 possible). The ADD2-LVDS-Single only has one CH7308A. The cards are designed for the PCI-Expressx16 connector which on the 986LCD-M family of motherboards and on the KT965/Flex motherboard is multiplexed PCI-Expressx16 and SDVO. When the ADD2-LVDS card is plugged into the PCI-Expressx16 connector then the motherboard automatically detects the card and select SDVO output. The card operates at pixel rates of up to 165MHz per link, supporting 1920x1200 panels at a 60Hz refresh rate. The LVDS transmitter includes a panel fitting up-scaler and a programmable dither function to support 18-bit LCD panels. Data is encoded into commonly used formats, including those specified in the OpenLDI and the SPWG specifications.Mechanical DrawingMeasures in mmFunctional DiagramNote that VBIOS located in I2C is not used as default. The reason is that the BIOS located in the Kontron Motherboards of 986LCD-M family and in KT965/Flex are supporting the ADD2-LVDS card directly.The “LVDS connector #2” and the “SVDO to LVDS Converter #2” circuit are only mounted on the ADD2-LVDS-Dual version.Connector PositionPWR = Power Connector for adding power if requiredDIP-SW = DIP Switches for selecting LCDVCC and Backlight Signal Inversion J1 = LVDS Flat Panel Connector no. 1J2 = LVDS Flat Panel Connector no. 2 (not available on ADD2-LVDS-Single).Connector DescriptionPWR connector (4-pole power)Connector type is AMP 2-171826-4. A standard FDD power plug can be connected to the PWR connector.Pin Function Note 1 +5V Max 2A 2 GND Total current on 3 GND pin 2-3: Max 6A 4 +12V Max 4AIt’s necessary to connect the power plug if:a. At least one of the display/cable kits require 5V as LCDVCCb. If more than 4A in total is required for +12V Backlight.DIP-SW = DIP SwitchesWARNING: Default position of the switches is ON-position. If connected display requires 3.3V as LCDVCC then make sure the relevant Dip-Switch (1 or 2) is in the Off position (LCDVCC = 3.3V).Off/On => J1 LCDVCC power = 3.3V/5V Off/On => J2 LCDVCC power = 3.3V/5V Off/On => J1 BKLON signal active Low/High Off/On => J2 BKLON signal active Low/HighJ2DIP-SWJ1PWR(PCI-Expressx16 Edge Connector)LVDS Flat Panel Connector J1 and J2.Connector type is Don Connex C44-40-B-G-1. Mating connector can be Don Connex A32-40-C-G-B-1 (Kontron item no.910000005).The J1 and J2 connector are identical, but J2 is only available on the ADD2-LVDS-Dual version.Note Type Signal Pin Signal Type NoteMax. 0.5A PWR +12V 1 2 +12V PWR Max. 0.5A Max. 0.5A PWR +12V 3 4 +12V PWR Max. 0.5A Max. 0.5A PWR +12V 5 6 GND PWR Max. 0.5A Max. 0.5A PWR +3.3V 7 8 GND PWR Max. 0.5A Max. 0.5A PWR LCDVCC 9 10 LCDVCC PWR Max. 0.5A5K6Ω, LCDVCC OT DDC CLK 11 12 DDC DATA OT 5K6Ω, LCDVCC 110RΩ, 3.3V PWR 3.3V signal 13 14 VDD ENABLE OT 3.3V level3.3V level OT BKLTEN# 15 16 GND PWR Max. 0.5ALVDS LVDS A0- 17 18 LVDS A0+ LVDSLVDS LVDS A1- 19 20 LVDS A1+ LVDSLVDS LVDS A2- 21 22 LVDS A2+ LVDSLVDS LVDS ACLK- 23 24 LVDS ACLK+ LVDSLVDS LVDS A3- 25 26 LVDS A3+ LVDSMax. 0.5A PWR GND 27 28 GND PWR Max. 0.5ALVDS LVDS B0- 29 30 LVDS B0+ LVDSLVDS LVDS B1- 31 32 LVDS B1+ LVDSLVDS LVDS B2- 33 34 LVDS B2+ LVDSLVDS LVDS BCLK- 35 36 LVDS BCLK+ LVDSLVDS LVDS B3- 37 38 LVDS B3+ LVDSMax. 0.5A PWR GND 39 40 GND PWR Max. 0.5A Signal Description – LVDS Flat Panel Connector:Signal DescriptionLVDS A0..A3 LVDS A Channel dataLVDS ACLK LVDS A Channel clockLVDS B0..B3 LVDS B Channel dataLVDS BCLK LVDS B Channel clock3.3V Signal 100Ω to 3.3V. Can be used to generate 0-3.3V by potentiometer etc. for backlightintensity control.BKLTEN# Backlight Enable signal, Active Low (~GND) as default. Use DIP-SW3/4 to select Active High (~3.3V).VDD ENABLE Output Display Enable. Active High (~3.3V).LCDVCC VCC supply to the flat panel. This supply includes power-on/off sequencing.The flat panel supply may be either 3.3V (default) or 5V depending on the DIP-SW1/2. If5V is requested then PWR connector must be used. Maximum load is 1A.DDC CLK DDC Channel Clock. Pull-up resistor to LCDVCC.DDC DATA DDC Channel Data. Pull-up resistor to LCDVCC.Installation GuideCable kitAvailable Cable Kits:821155 Open End LVDS Cable 1080mm 821514 Cable for Sharp LQ121S1LG41 821515 Open End LVDS Cable 540mm 821517 LVDS Cable 2x40p conn 405 mm 821518 Cable for AUO G121SN01 821520 Cable for LG.Philips LM150X8 820971 LDI Evaluation820972 Cable Samsung LTM201U1-L01 820973 Cable for Sharp LQ201U1LW01Available module: 820975 LDI Module (integrated part of 820971, 820972 and 820973)PWR connection/LDI useDepending on the connected type(s) of display(s) the PWR must be connected and/or LDI(s) must be used. Se tables belowPWR LDI used LCDVCC Backlight connected 3.3V 5V 5 – 30V 12V 5 – 30Vno no <1A 0 0 <2.2A (*) 0 yes no <1A <1A 0 <2.2A 0 no yes <1A 0 <4A <2.2A (*) <4A yes yes <1A <1A <4A <2.2A <4A(*) Maximum 4A for both display systemsDIP-Switch settingsDip-SW contains 4 switches SW1 – SW4, which are used to configure LCDVCC and Backlight control signal. Remove the foil before changing the position of the Dip-Switches.WARNING: Default position of the switches is ON-position. If connected display requires 3.3V as LCDVCC then make sure the relevant Dip-Switch (1 or 2) is in the Off position (LCDVCC = 3.3V).MountingThe 3 holes for fixing the ADD2-LVDS card is recommend to be used.Off/On => J1 LCDVCC power = 3.3V/5V Off/On => J2 LCDVCC power = 3.3V/5V Off/On => J1 BKLON signal active Low/High Off/On => J2 BKLON signal active Low/HighFor KT965 motherboard in single - or dual LVDS display configuration.The display connected to the J1 LVDS port can be activated from BIOS by selecting the [CRT+LFP] or [LFP] and the display connected to the J2 LVDS card can not be activated from BIOS, only via Intel Graphics Media Accelerator Driver. The driver for the display connected to J1 can be selected in BIOS. The driver for the display connected to J2 can not be selected; it will use the same display driver as selected for the J1 connection.In BIOS select:Chipset > NorthBridge Chipset Configuration > Video Function Configuration >Boot Type = [CRT+LFP] or [LFP] or [CRT]SDVO = [select display type no.]By selecting Secure CMOS (or OEM Failsafe) it is possible to prevent Windows from changing the BIOS “Boot Type” setting. For Windows use the Intel Graphics Media Driver version 6.14.10.4859(win2K_xp1431.exe) or newer. Clone mode is not supported in dual LVDS application.For 986LCD-M motherboard in dual LVDS display configuration.(For single LVDS display application use onboard LVDS port, no ADD2-LVDS card is required).The display connected to the onboard LVDS port (the display 1 type) can be activated from BIOS by selecting the [CRT+LFP] or [LFP] and the display connected to the ADD2-LVDS card (the display 2 type) can not be activated from BIOS, only via Intel Graphics Media Accelerator Driver.In BIOS select:Chipset > NorthBridge Chipset Configuration > Video Function Configuration >Boot Type = [CRT+LFP] or [LFP] or [CRT]Backlight Signal Inversion = [Disabled] or [Enabled]LCDVCC Voltage = [3.3V] or [5V]LVDS = [select display 1 (LFP) type no.]SDVO = [select display 2 type no.]By selecting Secure CMOS (or OEM Failsafe) it is possible to prevent Windows from changing the BIOS “Boot Type” setting. For Windows use the Intel Graphics Media Driver version 6.14.10.4859(win2K_xp1431.exe) or newer. Clone mode is not supported in dual LVDS application.Electrical SpecificationPower consumption:3.3V 3.5W/1.8W max. (Dual/Single and without possible 3.3V load for display.Available 3.3V for display: 1A max. for each displayAvailable 5V for display: 1A max. for each display when PWR connectedAvailable 12V for display: 2.2A max. for each inverter (without PWR total for both inverters is 4A). Operating temperature: 0-60ºCAppendix: How to remove LVDS connectorRemoving the LVDS Cable/Connector used in different types of LVDS Cable Kits like 821517, can easily damage the LVDS connector if it’s not done carefully, like just pulling the cable.The best way to remove the connector is to pull the cable, but with only light force and at the same time move the cable from side to side, meaning from 45º to 90º position compared to normally 0º. See pictures below.Hold the cable by 2 fingers in a position something like 2 cm from the connector and start moving the cable as described above. After something like 10-20 movements the connector will normally be released. When the connector starts to gets loose be extra careful.By this method the LVDS Cable/Connector can be disconnected hundred of times without being damaged.Appendix: The 820971 LDI Evaluation KitConsist of: 68700000 LDI (Large Display Interface) module821521 Evaluation Cable Kit821517 LVDS Cable 2x40p conn 405 mmThe CON1 on the 821521 is based on JAE FI-X30H display connector. As an option it is possible to replace the FI-X30H housing with a FI-E30H housing (using same terminals) and then add support for more displays. By manually moving the CON1 terminals it is posible to support many different displays.ItemsCON1 (JAE FI-X30H)CON1 (JAE FI-E30H)CON3 CON268700000 LDI821517 LVDS Cable 2x40p conn 405 mm821521 Evaluation Cable KitExamples of Supported Displays and Inverters using LDI Evaluation Kit Using JAE FI-X30H:Display typeAUO M170EG01AUO M190EG01AUO M190EG02Boe Hydis HT17E12-200Fujitsu FLC48SXC8V-11AALG.Philips LM170E01Samsung LTM170E5-L03Samsung LTM170E6-L02Samsung LTM181E4-L01Sharp LQ170E1LG11Sharp LQ190E1LW01Samsung LTM201U1-L01Samsung LTM170EH-L01Samsung LTM170EU-L21LG.Philips LM201U03LG.Philips LM201U04Using JAE FI-E30H:Display typeSamsung LTA230W1-L02Samsung LTA320W2-L01Samsung LTA320W2-L03Samsung LTA460H2-L02Samsung LTA460W2-L01Samsung LTI460WT-L13Samsung LTI460WT-L15Supported InvertersInverter typeSamsung SIC241TINT IT20166APIS AT-0170SSFrontek FIF1942-32DFrontek FIF1742-45AFrontek FIF1742-57BGreen GCTT027GH027Frontek FIF2066-31AFujitsu FLCV-13Microsemi LXM 1643 12-62Frontek FIF1542-02A。
A4sReceiving CardDocument Version:V1.2.0Document Number: NS110100612SpecificationsXI 'AN N OVA S T AR T EC HCO .,L T D.Copyright © 2018 Xi’an Nov aStar Tech Co., Ltd. All Rights Reserved.No part of this document may be copied, reproduced, extracted or transmitted in any form or by any means without the prior written consent of Xi’an NovaStar Tech Co., Ltd.Trademarkis a registered trademark of Xi’an NovaStar Tech Co., Ltd.StatementYou are welcome to use the product of Xi’an NovaStar Tech Co., Ltd. (hereinafter referred to as NovaStar). This document is intended to help you understand and use the product. For accuracy and reliability, NovaStar may make improvements and/or changes to this document at any time and without notice. Any problem in use or any good suggestion, please contact us through ways provided in the document. We will do our utmost to solve the problems and adopt the suggestions after evaluation as soon as possible.X I'A NN OV AS TA RT EC HC O.,LT D.Specifications Change HistoryChange HistoryX I'A NN OV AS TA RT ECSpecificationsContentsContentsChange History .................................................................................................................. i i 1 Safety ............................................................................................................................... 1 2 Overview .......................................................................................................................... 2 3 Features (3)3.1 Improvement in Display Effect ..................................................................................................................... 3 3.2 Improvement in Maintainability .................................................................................................................... 3 3.3 Improvement in Hardware Reliability ........................................................................................................... 4 3.4 Improvement in Software Reliability (5)4 Hardware (6)4.1 Appearance .................................................................................................................................................. 6 4.2 Dimensions .................................................................................................................................................. 6 4.3 Indicators ..................................................................................................................................................... 7 4.4 Definition of Data Interface ( Top ) ............................................................................................................... 8 4.4.1 24-Group Parallel Data ............................................................................................................................. 8 4.4.2 64-Group Serial Data ............................................................................................................................... 11 4.4.3 Extended Functions Design .. (14)5 Firmware Update ........................................................................................................... 16 6 Applications .................................................................................................................. 17 7 Specifications ............................................................................................................... 18 A Abbreviation.................................................................................................................. 19 B Terms .. (20)XI 'AN NOVA S T AR T EC HCO .,L T D.Specifications1 Safety1SafetyThis chapter illustrates safety of the A4s receiving card to ensure the product’sstorage, transport, installation and use safety. Safety instructions are applicable to all personnel who contact or use the product. First of all, pay attention to following points.● Read through the instructions. ● Retain all instructions. ●Comply with all instructions.Storage and Transport Safety● Pay attention to dust and water prevention. ● Avoid long-term direct sunlight.● Do not place the product at a position near fire and heat.● Do not place the product in an area containing explosive materials. ● Do not place the product in a strong electromagnetic environment. ● Place the product at a stable position to prevent damage or personal injury caused by dropping.●Save the packing box and materials which will come in handy if you ever have to store and ship the product. For maximum protection during storage and shipping, repack the product as it was originally packed at the factory.Installation and Use Safety●Only trained professionals may install the product.● Plugging and unplugging operations are prohibited when the power is on. ● Ensure safe grounding of the product.● Always wear a wrist band and insulating gloves.● Do not place the product in an area having frequent or strong shake. ● Perform dust removing regularly.● Contact NovaStar for maintenance at any time, rather than have the productdisassembled and maintained by non-professionals without authorization. ●Replace faulty parts only with the spare parts supplied by NovaStar.XI 'AN N OVA S T AR T EC HCO .,L T D.2OverviewA4s is a high-end receiving card developed by NovaStar, featuring small size and large loading capacity with a single card loading up to 256 x 256(PWM IC) pixels.A4s supports pixel level brightness and chroma calibration by working with NovaLCT and NovaCLB to realize calibration on each pixel. It can effectively remove color difference and greatly improve LED display image consistency, presenting smoother images to users. In addition, it also supports image rotation in 90° increments, creating richer images and improving visual experiences.Software and hardware designs of the A4s concern the user deployment as well as operating and maintenance scenarios, enabling easier deployment, more stable operating and more efficient maintenance.Advanced hardware design:● The small-size hardware design is applicable to scenarios of small cabinet space and small pixel pitch.● Use high-density connector which is resistant to dust and vibration and features high stability and high reliability.●Assembly network transformer features simple design and improved magnetic compatibility, helping user’s products to successfully pass the EMC authentication.Useful software design:● Support for LVDS transmission (Supported by dedicated firmware program). ● Support for smart module (Supported by dedicated firmware program). ● Support for quick seam correction. ● Support for 3D function.● Support for pre-stored image setting of the receiving card. ● Support for module Flash management.● Supports monitoring voltage and temperature of itself without using otherperipherals.● Support for monitoring of Ethernet cable communication status (Supported by dedicated firmware program). ● Support for 5-pin LCD module.●Support for image rotation in 90° increments.XI 'AN N OVA S T AR T EC HCO .,L T D.3Features3.1 Improvement in Display Effect3.2 Improvement in Maintainability XI 'A T D.3.3 Improvement in Hardware ReliabilityX I'AV3.4 Improvement in Software ReliabilityX I'A NN OV AS TA RT EC HC O.,LT4Hardware4.1 AppearanceProduct images provided in this file are for reference only, and the actual products shall prevail.Models of the high-density receptacle and plug used by A4s are shown in Table 4-1.Table 4-1 Model of high-density connector4.2 DimensionsBoard thickness is not greater than 2.0 mm, and the total thickness (board thickness+ thickness of both front panel and back panel) is not greater than 7.5 mm. Unit of the dimension chart is “mm”. Ground connection is enabled for location hole (GND).XI 'AN OVA S T AR T EC HCO .,L T D.4.3 IndicatorsXI 'A.,L T D.4.4 Definition of Data Interface ( Top )4.4.1 24-Group Parallel DataXI 'AN N OVA S T AR T EC HCO .,L T D.4.4.2 64-Group Serial DataXI 'AN N OVA S T AR T EC HCO .,L T D.Note 1. Voltage ranging from 3.3V to 5.5V is recommended for input power (VCC). Note 2. Operating indicator that meets low level is valid.Note 3. OE_RED, OE_GREEN and OE_BLUE are display enabled pins. In casethat OE_RGB are not controlled separately, OE_RED is applied. While PWM chip is used, GCLK signal is enabled. Note 4. RFU1–18 are the reserved extended function interfaces. Please refer to“4.4.3 Extended Functions Design ”.4.4.3 Extended Functions DesignEC HCO .,Note: The RFU8 and RFU10 are signal multiplex extension interfaces. You can select only one interface from either the Recommended Smart Module Interface or the Recommended Module Flash Interface at the same time.X I'A NN OV AS TA RT EC HC O.,LT D.Specifications 5 Firmware Update5 Firmware UpdateStep 1 Visit www.novastar.tech to download the firmware update package and save it to PC.Step 2 Run NovaLCT and choose User > Advanced Synchronous System User Login to log in.Step 3 Type the secret code "admin" to enter the program loading page.Step 4 Click Browse to select the program (the firmware update package you saved on PC) path and then click Update.Step 5 Click Refresh to check current hardware version information.X I'A NN OV AS TA RT EC HC O.,LT D.6 Applications A4s is applied to LED display synchronous system which is generally composed of the LED display, HUB board, receiving card, video controller and controller peripheral. The receiving card is connected to the display over a HUB board. Synchronous system requires connecting a computer to display the compute r’s images and texts on the LED screen. Structure of the synchronous system is as shown in the following figure.X I'A NN OV AS TA RT EC HC O.,LT D.7 SpecificationsX I'AD.Specifications A AbbreviationA AbbreviationEEMC Electromagnetic CompatibilityFFPGA Field-Programmable Gate ArrayLLED Light Emitting DiodeMMCU Microcontroller UnitRRCFG Receiving Card ConfigurationX I'A NN OV AS TA RT EC HC O.,LT D.Specifications B TermsB TermsCalibration coefficientCalibration system generates a group of values for each LED lamp, includinginformation about brightness and chroma. After display calibration, the calibrationvalues of each lamp are just the calibration coefficient.Smart moduleThe smart module is composed of Flash and MCU.Flash could store calibration coefficients and lamp panel information. MCU couldcommunicate with the receiving card to realize monitoring over temperature, voltageand wiring communication status, Working with the driver chip, A4s supports opencircuit detection on LED.The smart module could make monitoring unit smaller, requiring no independentmonitoring card and saving cabinet space.X I'A NN OV AS TA RT EC HC O.,LT D.。
