ThinkCore W341/321/311 Hardware User’s Manual First Edition, December 2006 www.moxa.com/product MOXA Systems Co., Ltd. Tel: +886-2-8919-1711 Fax: +886-2-8919-1722 Web: www.moxa.com MOXA Technical Support Worldwide: support@moxa.com.tw The Americas support@moxa.
ThinkCore W341/321/311 Hardware User’s Manual The software described in this manual is furnished under a license agreement and may be used only in accordance with the terms of that agreement. Copyright Notice Copyright © 2006 MOXA Systems Co., Ltd. All rights reserved. Reproduction without permission is prohibited. Trademarks MOXA is a registered trademark of The MOXA Group. All other trademarks or registered marks in this manual belong to their respective manufacturers.
Table of Contents Chapter 1 Introduction ..................................................................................................1-1 Overview.................................................................................................................................. 1-3 Package Checklist .................................................................................................................... 1-3 Product Features .....................................................................
1 Chapter 1 Introduction The RISC-based wireless embedded computer, ThinkCore W300 Series, including W311, W321 and W341, features 802.11a/b/g WLAN, 1/2/4 RS-232/422/485 serial ports, Ethernet, and SD socket as well as the two USB 2.0 hosts and one relay output channel for W341 into a mini size, rugged chassis, to provide users the experience with a small package, versatile communication and strong computing platform.
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ThinkCore W341/321/311 Hardware User’s Manual Hardware Introduction Overview ThinkCore W300 Series use the MOXA ART ARM9 32-bit RISC processor. Unlike the X86 CPU, which uses a CISC design, the ARM9’s RISC design architecture and modern semiconductor technology provide ThinkCore W341/321/311 with a powerful computing engine, but without generating too much heat.
ThinkCore W341/321/311 Hardware User’s Manual y y y y y y Hardware Introduction Quick Installation Guide Documentation & Software CD Ethernet cross-over cable: RJ45 to RJ45, 100 cm Console port cable CBL-4PINDB9F-100: 4-pin header to DB9 (Female) cable, 100 cm Universal Power Adaptor Product Warranty Statement Optional Accessories y DK-35A DIN-Rail Mounting Kit (35 mm) NOTE: Notify your sales representative if any of the above items are missing or damaged.
ThinkCore W341/321/311 Hardware User’s Manual Console Port Button Others OS Hardware Introduction Operate Time: 4 ms @20°C Initial Contact Resistance: 100 mohm max. RS-232 x 1 (TxD, RxD, GND), 4-pin header output, “115200, n, 8, 1” Reset button x 1, support “Reset to Factory Default” RTC, buzzer, Watchdog Timer Built-in Embedded Linux for W341 with MMU support μClinux for W321/311, based on Linux Kernel 2.
ThinkCore W341/321/311 Hardware User’s Manual Hardware Introduction Ready, SD (W341/321 only) Enable, Signal Strength (5 LEDs) 10M/Link (on connector), 100M/Link (on connector) TxD, RxD System WLAN LAN Serial Power Requirements Power Input Power Consumption 12 to 48V W311: 250mA@12VDC, 3W W321: 300mA@12VDC, 3.6W W341: 540mA@12VDC, 6.5W Mechanical Dimension (WxDxH) Antenna Construction Material Mounting W311: 67 x 100.
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ThinkCore W341/321/311 Hardware User’s Manual Hardware Introduction 2 Chapter 2 Hardware Introduction In this chapter, we will introduce the detail of ThinkCore W341/321/311 hardware, includes the following sections.
ThinkCore W341/321/311 Hardware User’s Manual Hardware Introduction Appearance The view of ThinCore W341/321/311 Series are shown in the following figures. Please notice W311 doesn’t support the SD expansion function.
ThinkCore W341/321/311 Hardware User’s Manual Hardware Introduction ThinkCore W341 Rear View Top View Front View Dimensions The dimensions of ThinkCore W341/321/311 are shown in the following figures.
ThinkCore W341/321/311 Hardware User’s Manual Hardware Introduction ThinkCore W321 ThinkCore W341 LED Indicators The following table explains the function of the LED indicators located on ThinkCore W341/321/311, please notice W311 doesn’t support SD expansion function, there is no SD LED on it.
ThinkCore W341/321/311 Hardware User’s Manual LED Name Ready SD WLAN Signal Strength (5 LEDs) LAN TxD1~4 RxD1~4 LED Color Green Off Green Off Green OFF Green Off Orange Green Off Green Off Yellow Off Hardware Introduction LED Function Power is on and functioning normally Power off or any other power error SD card is detected No SD card detected ON: WLAN is ready Blinking: WLAN IP conflict or DHCP server no response WLAN is not ready or function error Lighting LED number means different signal strengt
ThinkCore W341/321/311 Hardware User’s Manual Hardware Introduction recommend that you do not replace the lithium battery without the help of MOXA’s support team. If the battery needs to be changed, contact the MOXA RMA service team for RMA service. ATTENTION The battery may explode if replaced by an incorrect type. To avoid this potential danger, always be sure to use the correct type of battery.
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3 Chapter 3 Hardware Connection Description This chapter describes how to connect ThinkCore W341/321/311 hardware, includes information about the power connecting, wiring and function introduction.
UC-7112/7110 User’s Manual UC Finder ATTENTION Safety First! Be sure to disconnect the power cord before installing and/or wiring your ThinkCore W341/321/311. Wiring Caution! Calculate the maximum possible current in each power wire and common wire. Observe all electrical codes dictating the maximum current allowable for each wire size. If the current goes above the maximum ratings, the wiring could overheat, causing serious damage to your equipment.
UC-7112/7110 User’s Manual UC Finder and serial COM terminal. Connecting to the Network Connect one end of the Ethernet cable to ThinkCore W341/321/311’s 10/100M Ethernet port and the other end of the cable to the Ethernet network. If the cable is properly connected, ThinkCore W341/321/311 will indicate a valid connection to the Ethernet in the following ways: The top-right LED on the connector glows a solid green when connected to a 100 Mbps Ethernet network.
UC-7112/7110 User’s Manual 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 UC Finder Pin RS-232 RS-422 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 DCD RxD TxD DTR GND DSR RTS CTS TxDA(-) TxDB(+) RxDB(+) RxDA(-) GND ------- RS-485 (4-wire) TxDA(-) TxDB(+) RxDB(+) RxDA(-) GND ------- RS-485 (2-wire) ----DataB(+) DataA(-) GND ------- Serial Console Port The serial console port is a 4-pin pin-header RS-232 port. It is designed for serial console terminals, which are useful for identifying the ThinkCore W341/321/311 boot up message.
UC-7112/7110 User’s Manual UC Finder SD Socket Outer Cover SD Socket Outer Cover USB ThinkCore W341 provides two USB 2.0 hosts, which supports the ability to connect a flash disk or 2.5 inch hard drive for storing large amounts of data. Realy Output ThinkCore W341 provides a relay output channel. There is a 3-pin terminal block for this relay output connection. The pinouts for the relay output channel are shown in the figure.
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A Appendix A Service Information This appendix shows you how to contact MOXA for information about this and other products, and how to report problems.
UC-7112/7110 User’s Manual Service Information MOXA Internet Services Customer satisfaction is our number one concern, and to ensure that customers receive the full benefit of our products, Moxa Internet Services has been set up to provide technical support, driver updates, product information, and user’s manual updates. The following services are provided E-mail for technical support................................support@moxa.com World Wide Web (WWW) Site for product information: ......................
UC-7112/7110 User’s Manual Service Information Problem Report Form MOXA ThinkCore W341/321/311 Series Customer name: Company: Tel: Fax: Email: Date: 1. Moxa Product: ThinkCore W341 2. Serial Number: ThinkCore W321 ThinkCore W311 _________________ Problem Description:Please describe the problem clearly. Include as many details as you can. This will help us reproduce the problem, and expedite the repair of your product.
UC-7112/7110 User’s Manual Service Information Product Return Procedure For product repair, exchange, or refund, the customer must: Provide evidence of original purchase. Obtain a Product Return Agreement (PRA) from the sales representative or dealer. Fill out the Problem Report Form (PRF). Include as much detail as possible for a shorter product repair time. Carefully pack the product in an anti-static package, and send it, pre-paid, to the dealer.
FEDERAL COMMUNICATIONS COMMISSION INTERFERENCE STATEMENT This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications.
