PCM-4896

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Features

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PCM-4896 Manual (907KB)

The PCM-4896 is an all-in-one multimedia NS Geode™ GX1 MMX™ processor based single board computer (SBC) with an integrated audio controller, a PCI Flat Panel controller, a PCI 100Base-T Ethernet interface, and one PCI expansion slot. With true Pentium® MMX™ capability, the PCM-4896 achieves outstanding performance that surpasses other SBC in its class. In addition, the onboard SSD interface supports M-systems DiskOnChip® 2000 series, memory capacity from 2 MB to 1 GB. This compact (only 5.75"“ x 8") unit offers all the functions of a single board industrial computer, but still fits in the space of a CD-ROM drive.

On-board features include four serial ports (three RS-232, one RS-232/ 422/485), one multi-mode parallel (ECP/EPP/SPP) port, a connector for two USB (Universal Serial Bus) ports, a floppy drive controller, and a keyboard/PS/2 mouse interface. The built-in high speed PCI IDE controller supports Ultra DMA/33 mode. Up to two IDE devices can be connected, including large hard disks, CD-ROM drives, and tape backup drives, etc.

The PCM-4896 also features power management to minimize power consumption. It complies with the APM standard and supports three types of power saving features: doze, standby, and suspend mode. In addition, the board's watchdog timer can be programed to reset the system or generate an interrupt in case the system stops due to a program bug or EMI.

Highly Integrated Multimedia SBC

The PCM-4896 is a highly integrated multimedia SBC that combines audio, video, and network functions on a CD-ROM drive size single computer board. It provides, 16-bit full-duplex, integrated 3D audio and up to 1024 x 768 resolution @ 64K colors with on-chip 2MB SDRAM display memory. Major onboard devices utilize PCI technology to achieve outstanding computing performance.

FEATURES

Onboard NS Geode™ GX-1 300 MHz BGA CPU
C&T 69000 LCD controller supports 36-bit TFT Panels (NS CX5530A LCD controller supports 18-bit TFT Panels for PCM-4896L)
10/100Base-Tx Fast Ethernet
Integrated AC-97 2.0 (meets PC98™ Basic Audio spec.) SoundBlaster compatible legacy audio
Supports DiskOnChip® 2000 up to 1GB
4 TTL digital input bits & 4 TTL digital output bits

SPECIFICATIONS

General Functions

CPU: Onboard NS Geode™ GX1 300MHz BGA processor
BIOS: Award 256KB Flash BIOS
Chipset: NS CS5530A
I/O Chipset: National NS97317/ITE IT8661F. Fully 16-bit I/O decoded
Cache: Processor build-in 16KB Level-1 write-back cache
System Memory: 1 x DIMM SDRAM to 256MB
Enhanced IDE: Supports two IDE devices. Supports Ultra DMA/33 mode with data up to transfer rate 33MB/sec.
FDD interface: Supports up to two floppy disk drives, 5.25" (360KB and 1.2MB) and/or 3.5" (720KB, 1.44MB, and 2.88MB)
Parallel port: One bi-directional parallel port. Supports SPP, ECP, and EPP modes
Serial port: Three RS-232 and one RS-232/422/485 serial port. Ports can be configured as COM1, COM2, COM3, COM4, or disabled individually. (16C550 equivalent)
IR interface: Supports one IrDA Tx/Rx Header
KB/Mouse connector: 8-pin connector supports PC/AT keyboard and PS/2 mouse
USB connector: 4 x 2 header onboard supports dual USB ports
Battery: Lithium battery for data retention of up to 10 years
Watchdog timer: Can generate a system reset, IRQ15,1 sec./step
DMA: 7 DMA channels (8237 equivalent)
Interrupt: 15 interrupt levels (8259 equivalent)
Power management Supports: ATX power supply. Supports PC97, LAN wake up, and modem ring-in functions. I/O peripheral devices support power saving and doze/standby modes. APM 1.2 compliant

Display

(PCM-4896 Only)

Chipset: C&T 69000
Display memory: Built-in 2MB SDRAM
Display Type: Supports non-interlaced CRT and up to 36-bit LCD (TFT, DSTN, and MONO) displays. Can display both CRT and Flat Panel simultaneously
Resolution: Up to 1280 x 1024 @ 256 colors VGA, and up to 1024 x 768 for LCD

(PCM-4896L Only)

Chipset: NS CS5530A
Display memory: UMA share memory up to 4MB
Display Type: Supports non-interlaced CRT and LCD 18-bit TFT displays. Can display both CRT and Flat Panel simultaneously
Resolution: Up to 1280 x 1024 @ 85Hz for CRT, and up to 800 x 600 for LCD

Sound Interface

Chipset: NS CX5530A
16-bit stereo digital audio: Full-duplex support enables simultaneous record and playback for Internet communications software

Ethernet Interface

Chipset: Realtek™ RTL8139C 100Base-Tx Fast Ethernet controller
Ethernet interface: 100Base-Tx RJ-45 connector. Optional Remote Boot ROM function

SSD Interface

Supports M-Systems DiskOnChip® 2000 up to 1 GB

Expansion Interface

PC/104 connector: One 16-bit 104-pin connector onboard
PCI slot: One 32-bit PCI slot onboard

Mechanical and Environmental

Power supply Voltage: +5V (4.75V to 5.25V), +12V (11.4V to 12.6V)
Typical power requirement: +5V @ 1.5A
Operating temperature: 32° to 140° F (0° to 60° C)
Board size: 8"(L) x 5.75"(W) (203mm x 146mm)
Weight: 1.2 lb. (0.5 kg)

Operating System Compatibility

Linux & RTAI Real-Time Linux
Microsoft Windows CE /CE.net
Microsoft Windows NT / NTE
Microsoft MS-DOS 6.22 & RomDos 6.22

PRICING (Single Unit. Includes: Integration, Setup, and Testing)
Not Recommended for New Designs. Consider: PCM-5893

PCM-4896L-C ... GX1-300 SBC w/ NS CX5530 Video	267.00
PCM-4896-C .... GX1-300 SBC w/ C&T 69000 Video (Discontinued - Limited Availability)	335.00

Available Add-ons

PCM-10489-5 ... Wiring Kit for PCM-4896

USD 35.00

Available Options
System Memory (RAM)
Hard Drives
Flash Memory (DiskOnChip®)
Operating Systems
PC/104 Modules
LCDs and Touchscreens
Enclosures
Power Supplies
Custom and Semi-custom Engineering Services

Product pricing, features, and specifications are subject to change without notice.