Moxa Technologies MPC-122-K Quick Installation Manual
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Moxa Technologies MPC-122-K is a high-performance marine panel computer designed for reliable operation in harsh environments. It features a 2.26 GHz Intel Core 2 Duo processor, up to 4 GB of system memory, and 2 RS-232/422/485 serial ports for flexible connectivity. With 2 Gigabit LAN ports, the MPC-122-K enables high-speed Ethernet transmission and network redundancy.
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MPC-122-K
Quick Installation Guide
First Edition, December 2010
1. Overview
The MPC-122-K marine panel computers feature a 2.26 GHz Intel
Core 2 Duo processor with up to 4 GB of system memory, providing high performance for system operation. The MPC-122-K computers have 2 RS-232/422/485 serial ports for reliable serial communications, and 2 Gigabit LAN ports for high speed Ethernet transmission and network redundancy. Features easily accessed from the computer’s panel include full range dimming, optical bonding, wide viewing angle, and color calibration.
2. Package Checklist
Before installing the MPC-122-K, verify that the package contains the following items:
• 1 MPC-122-K panel computer
• PS/2 to KB/MS Y-type cable
• 2 sets of hard disk drive cables and 1 set of SATA disk power cables
• Rubber water proofing cushion
• Hard disk drive ground sticker
• Documentation and software CD
• Quick installation guide (printed)
• Warranty card
Note: Please notify your sales representative if any of the above items are missing or damaged.
3. MPC-122-K Panel Layout
Bottom View
Panel
Computer
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P/N: 1802001220010
Side and Front Views
Computer Panel Panel
Screws Screws
Adjustment Button
Computer
LED Indicators
(Storage, Power)
Power Switch PS/2
Gigabit Ethernet
Port x 2
USB Port with
Water-proof Cover
Menu Botton
CompactFlash
Card Socket
Serial Port x 2
(RS-232/422/485)
5. Panel Adjustment
There are two buttons located in the right bottom corner of the panel. Click the Menu Button to access panel adjustment items, and then use the arrows or the Adjustment Button for each configuration. Select Exit or push the button to close the configuration menu.
Power Input
Antenna Hole
(reserved)
Audio Output/Input
USB 2.0
Host x 6 DVI-D/VGA Output
LED Indicators
The following table describes the LED indicators located on the front panel of the MPC-122-K.
LED Name LED Color LED Function
Power Green Power is on and functioning normally
Storage
Off Power is off or power error exists
Yellow (on) CF card is inserted and detected
Yellow
(blinking)
Data is being read from or written to the CF card or HDD
LAN Green
Yellow
Off
100 Mbps Ethernet mode
1000 Mbps (Gigabit) Ethernet mode
No activity or 10 Mbps Ethernet mode
4. Installing the MPC-122-K
Wall or Cabinet Mounting
There are four screw holes on each side of the panel. Place the rubber water proofing cushion on the back of the panel, and then use two screws per side to attach the MPC-122-K to a wall or cabinet.
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6. Connector Description
Power Connector
The MPC-122-K has an 18 to 36 VDC power input located on the terminal block. The Power LED will light up when power is being properly supplied. When The Ready LED lights to a solid green, the
OS is ready. When the Ready LED lights to a solid green, the OS is ready
Grounding the MPC-122-K
Grounding and write routing help limit the effects of noise due to electromagnetic interference (EMI). Run the ground connection from the ground screw to the grounding surface prior to connecting the power.
ATTENTION
This product is intended to be mounted to a well-grounded mounting surface, such as a metal panel.
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Earth Ground: Refer to the following figure for the location of the
Earth Ground on the terminal block power connector. Connect the
EG wire to an appropriate grounded metal surface.
EG
VGA and DVI-D Outputs
The MPC-122-K comes with a D-Sub 15-pin female connector on the front panel to connect a VGA CRT monitor. It also comes with a DVI-D connector on the front panel to connect to a panel with
HDMI (High-Definition Multimedia Interface).
Ethernet Ports
The 10/100/1000 Mbps Ethernet ports use RJ45 connectors.
Pin 10/100 Mbps 1000 Mbps
1 ETx+ TRD(0)+
2 ETx- TRD(0)-
1
8
4 –
5 –
8 –
Serial Ports
TRD(2)+
TRD(2)-
6 ERx- TRD(1)-
7 – TRD(3)+
TRD(3)-
The serial ports use DB9 connectors. Each port can be configured by software for RS-232, RS-422, or RS-485. The pin assignments for the ports are shown in the following table:
Pin RS-232 RS-422 RS-485
4-wire
RS-485
2-wire
1 2 3 4 5
3 TxD RxDB(+)
6 7 8 9
5 GND GND GND GND
6 DSR – – –
7 RTS –
8 CTS
CF Card Slot
–
–
–
–
–
The MPC-122-K computer comes with a CompactFlash socket located on the front panel. Remove the protective cap on the front panel to install the CompactFlash card.
USB Hosts
The MPC-122-K has six USB 2.0 full speed hosts that use a type A connector on the front panel of the computer. An additional USB port is located on the display. The port supports a keyboard and
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Audio Interface
The MPC-122-K comes with an audio input and an audio output, allowing users to connect a speaker or an earphone.
Reset Button
Press the “Reset Button” on the front panel of the MPC-122-K to reboot the system. The Ready LED will blink on and off for the first
5 seconds, and then maintain a steady glow once the system has rebooted.
Real-time Clock
The MPC-122-K's real-time clock is powered by a lithium battery.
You should not replace the lithium battery without help from a qualified Moxa support engineer. If you need to change the battery, contact the Moxa RMA service team.
ATTENTION
There is a risk of explosion if the battery is replaced with an incorrect type of battery.
7. Powering on the MPC-122-K
To power on the MPC-122-K, connect the “terminal block to power jack converter” to the MPC-122-K’s DC terminal block (located on the side panel), and then connect the power adaptor. Press the
Power Switch button to turn on the computer. Note that the Earth
Ground wire should be connected to the top pin of the terminal block. It takes about 30 seconds for the system to boot up. Once the system is ready, the Power LED will light up.
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2010 Moxa Inc., All Rights Reserved
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