Advantech TPC-31, User Manual

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TPC-31/61 User Manual 2
1.1 Introduction
The TPC-31/61 series of touch panel computers consist of state-of-the-art HMI
(Human Machine Interfaces). The 3.5"/5.7” operator interface combined with a RISC-
based computing platform offers these key features:
 Bright Display:The high-brightness LCD display provides a clear interface.
 Fanless: By using a low power processor, the system does not have to rely on
fans, which often are unreliable, and attracts dust.
 Powerful Communication Capability:
The TPC-31/61 series provides a powerful I/O interface for easy communication
with other devices. The I/O interface includes serial ports, RS-485 port, Ethernet
and USB. (Serial Port default as RS-232)
 Windows CE Support: Advantech offers platform support for Windows CE. The
optional Windows CE operating system specifically for the TPC-31/61 is avail-
able for Windows CE application program builders.
1.2 Specifications
1.2.1 System Kernel
 CPU: TI Cortex-A8 AM3517 600 MHz
 Memory: DDR2 256MB on board
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Storage Memory: 512MB on board micro SD card;1Mb FRAM for Data back-up
 Ethernet: 10/100Base-T x 1
 Watchdog Timer: Programmable as 250 ms, 500 ms, 1 second
 SD Slot: Secure Digital Slot
1.2.2 I/O Ports
 TPC-31T:
RS-232/RS-485 X1 with auto data flow control, USB 2.0(Host) x 1
 TPC-61T:
RS-232 x 2 (COM1,2)RS-422/RS-485 x1 (COM 3) with auto data flow control,
USB2.0 (Host) x 1, USB2.0 (Client) x 1
1.2.3 Storage
TPC-31/61 panel computers provide two methods for storage. One is the on-board
512MB micro SD card and the other one is an external SD card.