Includes all PC motherboard functions: CMOS 8088-compatible CPU 256K or lM byte onboard DRAM Other built-in functions: One serial and one parallel port Bootable "Solid State Disk" Watchdog timer Ultra compact PC/104 form-factor: 3.6 x 3.8 inches (90 x 96 mm) Very low power consumption: 0.6W, active; 0.3W sleep Stackable PC/104 expansion The CoreModule/PC offers embedded system designers full PC architecture compatibility in a highly cost effective, compact, pre configured module. Within just 8 cubic inches of space, the CoreModule/PC includes the equivalent functions of a PC motherboard and several additional expansion cards. Designs which formerly required single-chip microcontroller can now benefit from an off-the-shelf module with a 9.8 MHz CMOS 8088-compatible CPU, along with hardware and software standards like PC and MS-DOS compatibility. The CoreModule/PC is designed to meet the demands of embedded systems through its extreme compactness, very low power consumption, +5V-only operation, wide operating temperature range, and high reliability. *Configuration Flexibility* The CoreModule/PC can be used as a component-like module, plugged into a custom circuit card, or it can be combined with Ampro's PC/104- compatible MiniModule expansion products to form compact, highly integrated control subsystems. Multiple modules can be stacked together without the cost and space penalties of additional mounting hardware, thanks to the convenient bus "stackthrough" connector; or they can be separately mounted on a custom circuit board. *Solid State Disk Reliability* One of the unique features of the CoreModule/PC is its byte-wide memory device socket. This is typically used as a Solid State Disk (SSD), substituting EPROM, Flash EPROM, or nonvolatile RAM (NOVRAM) memory devices for conventional disk drives. Using Ampro's SSD Support Software, any DOS-based software - including the operating system, programming languages, drivers, and application programs - can easily be run from SSD without modification. *Enhanced BIOS* Another important aspect of the CoreModule/PC is the inclusion of enhanecd BIOS serviecs and functions that meet the unique requirements of embedded microcomputer system applications. A partial list of these BIOS enhancements appears in the specifications section of this data sheet. SPECIFICATIONS PC MOTHERBOARD FUNCTIONS CPU: 8088-compatible CMOS CPU 9.8 MHz (equivalent) clock rate Choice of two DRAM configurations: 256K bytes, with 192K usable by DOS and applications 1M byte, with 640K usable by DOS and applications 3 DMA channels (8237 equivalent) Note: Certain DMA restrictions apply; contact AmproTechnical Support for details 8 interrupt channels (8259 equivalent) 3 programmable counter/timers (8254 equivalent) PC-compatible keyboard port 8-bit PC/104 expansion bus Speaker port with 0.1 watt drive Award ROM-BIOS with Ampro embedded-PC extensions ADDITIONAL ONBOARD FUNCTIONS Real time clock; requires 3.0-3.6V external battery (Tadiran TL 5242-2 or equivalent) Serial/parallel controller: PC-compatible COM port with full handshaking (8250 equivalent) Onboard generation of +/-9V for RS232 signal levels Parallel printer port with bidirectional data lines Serial port supports RS232 (direct cabling) or RS485 (via the Ampro RS485 Adapter) One 32-pin byte-wide memory DIP socket: Usable with 32K-1M byte EPROMs, 32K-256K Flash EPROMs, 32K-512K NOVRAM modules, and 1-2M EUROM Flash modules Software-controlled +12V programming power for Flash EPROM Software-controlled write protect Configurable as 32K-, 64K-, or 128K-byte window, addressed in the range D0000 EFFFFh Expandable with PCMCIA memory cards using Ampro Memory Card Adapter 1K bit configuration EEPROM, with 512 bits for OEM use Watchdog timer: Utilizes real time clock alarm function Timeout triggers NMI-based RESET BIOS ENHANCEMENTS Solid State Disk (SSD) support; substitutes EPROM or NOVRAM devices for normal floppy drives; SSDs may coexist with standard floppy and/or hard disk drives SCSI services: supports DOS-based system operation using a wide variety of SCSI drives; adds a unique SCSI/BIOS function to simplify development of custom SCSI applications Extended floppy services: supports all PC and PC/AT capacities, including 360K, 720K, 1.2M, and 1.44M byte formats Watchdog timer support: initializes onboard watchdog timer: adds BIOS function for use by application software Serial console option: substitutes an ASCII terminal or other serially-connected device for the standard PC keyboard and display Serial loader: allows download of executable code from a remote device prior to system boot EEPROM access function: providcs high level access to the 512-bit nonvolatile OEM data area in the configuration EEPROM OEM "hooks": execute custom code prior to system boot; allows system customization without BIOS modification MECHANICAL AND ENVIRONMENTAL Sizc: 3.6 x 3.8 x 0.6* in. (90 x 96 x 15 mm) *Add 0.3 in. (8 mm) for stackthrough pins Power requirement (typical): +5V +/-5% at 115 mA, active +5V +/-5% at 55 mA, sleep +12V required for Flash EPROM programming Operating environment: 0¡ to 70¡C temperature 5% tO 95% relative humididity, non-condensing Storage temperature: -55¡ to +85¡ C Weight: 2.4 oz. (67 gm) NOTE: Contact Ampro for custom configurations and extended temperature information. ORDERING INFORMATION When ordering, refer to the following model numbers: CM2-088-K-51 Development Kit, CoreModule/PC, IMB RAM CM2-088-Q-51 CoreModule/PC, IMB RAM (Quantity Orders) CM2-088-Q-52 CoreModule/PC, 256K RAM (Quantity Orders) CBL-CMX-Q-01 CoreModule cable set (serial, parallel, utility, and DC power) CoreModule/PC development kit includes: CoreModule/PC with IMB RAM, DOS operating system, interface cable set, backup battery, technical manuals, utility software, and mounting hardware. Quantity orders include only the CoreModule PC with either 256K RAM or 1 MB RAM. To make a development system, you install the CoreModule/PC Development Kit on a CoreModule Development Chassis along with the MiniModule video controller and disk interface of your choice. Development Chassis EXP-CHS-K-03 CoreModule Development Chassis (110V) EXP-CHS-K-04 CoreModule Development Chassis (220V) The CoreModule Development Chassis includes a module carrier board (provides two headers for stacking a CoreModule CPU and MiniModules), 50W power supply, 1.2M floppy drive, 2-slot backplane, all appropriate interface cables, and technical manual. Please contact your local Ampro representative or Ampro Sales Administration for ordering information.
Last modified: Tue Sep 5 23:07:12 1995