ED-IPC2100 User Manual

1 Hardware Manual

This chapter introduces the product overview, packing list, appearance, button, indicator and interface.

1.1 Overview

The ED-IPC2100 series is a highly reliable industrial computer based on Raspberry Pi CM4. According to different application scenarios and user needs, different specifications of RAM and eMMC computer systems can be selected.

• RAM can choose 1GB, 2GB, 4GB and 8GB
• eMMC can choose 8GB, 16GB and 32GB

The ED-IPC2100 series provides common interfaces such as HDMI, USB, Ethernet, RS232 and RS485, and supports access to the network through Wi-Fi, Ethernet and 4G. The integration of a super capacitor (backup power supply, which is optional), RTC, Watch Dog, EEPROM, and encryption chip provides ease of use and reliability for the product, which is mainly used in industrial control and IOT.

1.2 Packing List

• 1x ED-IPC2100 Unit (with DIN-rail bracket)
• [optional Wi-Fi/BT version] 1x 2.4GHz/5GHz Wi-Fi/BT Antenna
• [optional 4G version] 1x 4G/LTE Antenna

1.3 Appearance

Introducing the functions and definitions of interfaces on each panel.

1.3.1 Front Panel

Introducing the front panel interface types and definitions.

1.3.2 Rear Panel

Introducing the types and definitions of the rear panel interface.

1.3.3 Side Panel

Introducing the types and definitions of side panel interfaces.

1.4 Button

The ED-IPC2100 series device includes a RESET button, which is a hidden button, and the silkscreen on the case is "RESET". Pressing the RESET button will reset the device.

1.5 Indicator

Introducing the various statuses and meanings of indicators contained in ED-IPC2100 series device.

1.6 Interface

Introducing the definition and function of each interface in the product.

1.6.1 Card Slot

The ED-IPC2100 series device includes an SD card slot and a Nano SIM card slot.

1.6.1.1 SD Card Slot

The silkscreen on the case of Micro SD card slot is " ".

1.6.1.2 SIM Card Slot

The silkscreen on the case of Nano SIM card slot is " ".

1.6.2 Power Supply Interface

The ED-IPC2100 series device includes one power input, 2-Pin 3.5mm spacing phoenix terminals with screw holes. The silkscreen of the port is "VIN+/GND", and the pins are defined as follows:

1.6.3 Audio Interface (optional)

The ED-IPC2100 series device includes one audio input, the connector is a 3.5mm four-stage headphone jack. The silkscreen of the port is " ", which supports OMTP stereo headphone output and mono microphone recording.

• When a headphone is connected, the audio output is switched to the headphone.
• When a headphone is not connected, the audio output is switched to the speaker.

1.6.4 RS485/RS232 Interface

The ED-IPC2100 series equipment includes 2~4 RS485 ports and 0~2 RS232 ports, 6-Pin 3.5mm spacing phoenix terminals. Different product models correspond to different numbers of RS485 and RS232 ports:

• ED-IPC2110: 2 x RS485, 2 x RS232
• ED-IPC2120: 2 x RS485, 2 x RS232
• ED-IPC2130: 3 x RS485, 1 x RS232
• ED-IPC2140: 4 x RS485 (not include RS232 port)

Pin Definition:

Terminal pins are defined as follows:

The pin names of CM4 corresponding to RS485/RS232 interface are as follows:

Connecting Cables

Schematic diagram of RS485 wires is as follows:

Schematic diagram of RS232 wires is as follows:

RS485 terminal resistance configuration

If high-frequency signals need to be transmitted by RS485 (baud rate higher than 115200), a terminal resistance of 120Ω needs to be added at the end of the transmission line.

• If the external RS485 device contains a terminal resistance of 120Ω, there is no need to set it.
• If the external RS485 device does not contain the terminal resistance of 120Ω, it is necessary to connect the terminal resistance of 120Ω on ED-IPC2100, as follows:

1. Open the device case, see 2.1.1 Open Device Case for detailed operation.
2. Confirm the positions of 120Ω terminal resistors, such as J19, J21, J24 and J22 in PCBA as shown below.

The corresponding relationship between 120Ω terminal resistance and serial port is as follows:

1.6.5 1000M Ethernet Interface

The ED-IPC2100 series device includes one adaptive 10/100/1000M Ethernet port, and the silkscreen is " ". The connector is RJ45, which can support PoE with the expansion module. When accessing to network, it is recommended to use the network cable of Cat6 and above. The pins corresponding to the terminal are defined as follows:

1.6.6 100M Ethernet Interface

The ED-IPC2100 series device includes an adaptive 10/100M Ethernet port, and the silkscreen is " ". The connector is RJ45, and it is recommended to use the network cable with Cat6 and above when accessing to network. The pins corresponding to the terminal are defined as follows:

1.6.7 HDMI Interface

The ED-IPC2100 series device includes one HDMI port, the silkscreen is "HDMI". The connector is Type A HDMI, which can connect to an HDMI display and supports up to 4Kp60.

1.6.8 USB 2.0 Interface

The ED-IPC2100 series device includes 2 USB 2.0 ports, the silkscreen is " ". The connector is Type A USB, which can connect to standard USB 2.0 peripherals and supports up to 480Mbps.

1.6.9 Micro USB Interface

The ED-IPC2100 series device includes one Micro USB interface, the silkscreen is "DOWNLOAD" and it can be connected to a PC to flash to eMMC of the device.

1.6.10 Antenna Interface

The ED-IPC2100 series device includes 2 SMA antenna ports, the silkscreens are "4G" and "Wi-Fi/BT" and they can be connected to the 4G antenna and Wi-Fi/BT antenna.

1.6.11 Motherboard Interface

Introducing the interfaces reserved in the ED-IPC2100 series device, which can be obtained only after the device case is opened, and can be expanded according to actual needs.

1.6.11.1 5V 1A Output

The motherboard of ED-IPC2100 series device includes an extended 5V 1A power output port with 3-Pin 2.0mm spacing white WTB connector, which is reserved for the extended LCD screen to supply power. The pins are defined as follows:

1.6.11.2 10-Pin GPIO

The motherboard of ED-IPC2100 series device includes a 10-Pin GPIO Pin Header with 2x5-Pin 2.54mm spacing, which is used to lead out the extended GPIO port. The user can customize the extension, and the pins definition are as follows:

1.6.11.3 12V 1A Output

The motherboard of ED-IPC2100 series device includes 3 expanded 12V 1A power output ports with 2-Pin 2.0mm white WTB connector, which is reserved for the extended LCD screen to supply power. The pins are defined as follows:

1.6.11.4 40-Pin GPIO

The motherboard of ED-IPC2100 series device includes a 40-Pin GPIO terminal with 2x20-Pin 2.54mm spacing, which is used to lead out the GPIO port of CM4, and reserves to connect the extended accessories. The pins are defined as follows:

Note: GPIO4~GPIO9, GPIO12, GPIO13 and GPIO22~GPIO27 have been used for other specific functions. If you need to use the function of its ordinary IO, you need to remove the jumper resistance on the corresponding signal line.

1.6.11.5 M.2 B Interface

The motherboard of ED-IPC2100 series device includes a M.2 B Key connector, which is used for external SSD and compatible with M.2 B 2230 and M.2 B 2242 SSD.

1.6.11.6 FPC DSI Interface (optional)

The motherboard of ED-IPC2100 series device includes one extended DSI interface, 30-pin 0.5mm FPC connector and 4-Lane DSI signal. It supports the output of MIPI display signal to LCD screen, reserves to connect the extended LCD screen. It supports USB/I2C touch screen and backlight adjustment, and the pins are defined as follows:

TIP Only ED-IPC2120 include this interface.

1.6.11.7 RTC Battery Base

The motherboard of ED-IPC2100 series device is integrated with RTC. For the version sold in China, CR1220 battery (RTC backup power supply) will be installed by default.

RTC can ensure that the system has an uninterrupted and reliable clock, which is not affected by factors such as the device powering down.

TIP Some international logistics do not support the transportation of batteries, and some ex-factory devices are not equipped with CR1220 batteries. Therefore, before using RTC, please prepare a CR1220 battery and install it on the motherboard.

1.6.11.8 USB 2.0 Interface

The motherboard of ED-IPC2100 series device includes an extended USB 2.0 Pin Header with 5-Pin 1.5mm spacing WTB connector. It is used to expand a USB 2.0 interface, the pins are defined as follows:

1.6.11.9 Speaker Interface (optional)

The motherboard of ED-IPC2100 series device includes one extended Speaker output with 4-Pin 2.0mm spacing WTB connector. Dual-channel stereo output, which can be extended to connect two 4Ω 3W stereo speakers. The pins are defined as follows:

TIP Only ED-IPC2120 include this interface.

1.6.11.10 CSI Interface (optional)

The motherboard of ED-IPC2100 series device includes one extended CSI interface, 2x15-Pin 0.4mm spacing connector and 2-Lane CSI signal. It is used to expand the connection of 8-megapixels CSI camera, the pins are defined as follows:

TIP Only ED-IPC2120 include this interface.

1.6.11.11 FPC HDMI Interface (optional)

The motherboard of ED-IPC2100 series device includes one extended HDMI interface with 40-pin 0.5mm spacing FPC connector. It supports video signal output to LCD screen, reserves to connect the extended LCD screen. It supports USB/I2C touch screen and backlight adjustment. The pins are defined as follows:

TIP Only ED-IPC2120 include this interface.

2 Installing Components

This chapter describes how to install optional components.

2.1 Installing Internal Components (optional)

Before installing the internal components, it is necessary to open the device case.

2.1.1 Open Device Case

Preparation: A cross screwdriver has been prepared.

Steps:

1. Pull out the default configuration of phoenix connector (male for wiring).
2. Use a screwdriver to loosen two M3 screws on two sides counterclockwise, as shown in the figure.
3. Remove the front cover to the right, as shown in the figure.
4. Use a screwdriver to loosen four M2.5 screws and one grounding screw on two sides counterclockwise, as shown in the figure.
5. Remove the upper cover upward and turn it to the antenna port side, as shown in the figure.

2.1.2 Install RTC battery

TIP Some international logistics do not support the transportation of batteries, and some ex-factory devices are not equipped with CR1220 batteries. Therefore, before using RTC, please prepare a CR1220 battery and install it on the motherboard.

Preparation:

• The device case has been opened.
• The CR1220 battery has been prepared.

Steps:

1. Locate the RTC battery base where the battery is to be installed, as shown in the figure.
2. Put the positive pole of the battery upwards and press it into the RTC base. The installation effect is as shown in the figure.

2.1.3 Close Device Case

Preparation: A cross screwdriver has been prepared.

Steps:

1. Turn the upper cover downwards, align the ports on PCBA with the ports on each side panel and close the upper cover.
2. Align the screw holes on the upper and side panels, and use a screwdriver to tighten four M2.5 screws and one grounding screw on two sides clockwise, as shown in the figure.
3. Align the ports on PCBA with the ports on the front panel, insert the front cover, and then use a screwdriver to fasten two M3 screws clockwise, as shown in the figure.
4. Plug in the default configuration of phoenix connector.

2.2 Installing Other Components

If the selected ED-IPC2100 series device includes 4G and Wi-Fi functions, the SIM card and antenna need to be installed before using the device.

2.2.1 Install Antenna (optional)

Preparation: The corresponding antennas have been obtained from the packaging box. If there are multiple antennas, they can be distinguished by the labels on the antennas.

Steps:

1. Locate the antenna port where the antenna is to be installed, as shown in the figure.
2. Align the ports on both sides of the device and the antenna, and tighten them clockwise to ensure that they will not fall off.

2.2.2 Install Micro SD Card

Preparation: The Micro SD card to be used has been obtained.

Steps:

1. Locate the Micro SD card slot where the Micro SD is to be installed, as shown in the figure.
2. Insert the Micro SD card with the front face down into the corresponding card slot, and hear a sound to indicate that the installation is complete.

2.2.3 Install Nano SIM Card (optional)

Preparation: The 4G Nano SIM card to be used has been obtained.

Steps:

1. Use a cross screwdriver to loosen three screws on the DIN-rail bracket counterclockwise (red box position in the figure) and remove the default DIN-Rail bracket.
2. Locate the Nano SIM card slot where the Nano SIM card is to be installed, as shown in the figure.
3. Insert the Nano SIM card into the corresponding card slot with the chip side up, and hear a sound to indicate that the installation is complete.
4. Install the DIN-Rail bracket onto the device case.

3 Installing Device

This chapter introduces how to install the device.

3.1 DIN-Rail Installation

When the ED-IPC2100 series device leaves the factory, the DIN-rail bracket is installed as standard by default.

Steps:

1. Face the side of the DIN-rail bracket to the rail to be installed, and the upper side of the bracket is sleeved on the upper side of the rail.
2. Press down the buckle on the lower side of the DIN-rail bracket until the bracket can be buckled on the rail, and the installation is completed.

4 Booting the Device

This chapter introduces how to connect cables and boot the device.

4.1 Connecting Cables

This section describes how to connect cables.

Preparation:

• Accessories such as display, mouse, keyboard and power adapter that can be used normally have been ready.
• A network that can be used normally.
• Get the HDMI cable and network cable that can be used normally.

Schematic diagram of connecting cables:

Please refer to 1.6 Interfaces for the pin definition of each interface and the specific method of wiring.

4.2 Booting The System For The First Time

The ED-IPC2100 series device has no switching power supply. After the power supply is connected, the system will start.

• The red PWR indicator is on, indicating that the device has been powered normally.
• The green ACT indicator is blinking, indicating that the system is started normally, and then the logo of Raspberry Pi will appear in the upper left corner of the screen.

TIP Default username is pi, Default password is raspberry.

4.2.1 Raspberry Pi OS (Desktop)

If the Desktop version of the system is installed when the product leaves the factory, after the device is started, it will directly enter the desktop, as shown in the figure. The system may display a warning about SSH being enabled and the default password not being changed, recommending to set a new password.

4.2.2 Raspberry Pi OS (Lite)

If the Lite version of the system is installed at the factory, the default username pi will be used to automatically log in after the device is started, and the default password is raspberry. The figure shows that the system has been started normally.

5 Configuring System

This chapter introduces how to configure the system.

5.1 Finding Device IP

Finding Device IP

5.2 Remote Login

Remote Login

5.3 Configuring Storage Devices

Configuring Storage Devices

5.4 Configuring Ethernet IP

Configuring Ethernet IP

5.5 Configuring Wi-Fi (Optional)

Configuring Wi-Fi

5.6 Configuring Bluetooth (Optional)

Configuring Bluetooth

5.7 Configuring 4G (Optional)

Configuring 4G

5.8 Configuring Buzzer

Configuring Buzzer

5.9 Configuring RTC

Configuring RTC

5.10 Configuring Serial Port

This chapter introduces the configuration method of RS232 and RS485.

5.10.1 Installing picocom tool

In the Linux environment, you can use the picocom tool to debug the serial ports RS232 and RS485.

Execute the following command to install the picocom tool:

sudo apt-get install picocom

5.10.2 Configuring RS232

The ED-IPC2100 includes 0~2 RS232 ports with their corresponding COM ports and device files, as shown in the table below:

ED-IPC2110 and ED-IPC2120

ED-IPC2130

Preparation: The RS232 port of ED-IPC2100 has been connected with an external device.

Steps:

1. Execute the following command to open the serial port com1, and configure the serial port baud rate to 115200:

picocom -b 115200 /dev/com1

2. Input commands as needed to control the external device.

5.10.3 Configuring RS485

The ED-IPC2100 includes 2~4 RS485 ports with their corresponding COM ports and device files, as shown in the table below:

ED-IPC2110 and IPC2120

ED-IPC2130

ED-IPC2140

Preparation: The RS485 port of ED-IPC2100 has been connected with external devices.

Steps:

1. Execute the following command to open the serial port com4, and configure the serial port baud rate to 115200:

picocom -b 115200 /dev/com4

2. Input commands as needed to control external devices.

5.11 Configuring Audio (Optional)

Configuring Audio

5.12 Configuring USER Indicator

Configuring USER Indicator

6 Installing OS (optional)

The device is shipped with an operating system by default. If the OS is corrupted during use or the user needs to replace the OS, it is necessary to re-download the appropriate system image and install it. The company supports installing the OS by first installing the standard Raspberry Pi OS, and then installing the Firmware package.

The following section describes the specific operations of image download, eMMC flashing, and installation of Firmware packages.

6.1 Downloading OS File

You can download the corresponding official Raspberry Pi OS file according to your actual needs; the download path is listed below:

6.2 Flashing to eMMC

It is recommended to use the Raspberry Pi official tools. The download paths are as follows:

• Raspberry Pi Imager: https://downloads.raspberrypi.org/imager/imager_latest.exe
• SD Card Formatter: https://www.sdcardformatter.com/download/
• Rpiboot: https://github.com/raspberrypi/usbboot/raw/master/win32/rpiboot_setup.exe

Preparation:

• The downloading and installation of the official tools to the computer have been completed.
• A Micro USB to USB-A cable has been prepared.
• The OS file has been obtained.

Steps: The steps are described using Windows system as an example.

1. Use a cross screwdriver to loosen three screws on the DIN-rail bracket counterclockwise (red box position in the figure) and remove the default DIN-Rail bracket.
2. Determine the location of the Micro USB port on the side of the device, as shown in the figure.
3. Connect the power cord and USB flashing cable (Micro-USB to USB-A).
   • Connecting to USB flashing cable: One end is connected to the Micro USB port on the device, and the other end is connected to the USB port on the PC.
   • Connecting to power cord: One end is connected to the DC 2Pin Phoenix terminal on the device, and the other end is connected to the external power supply.
4. Disconnect the power supply of ED-IPC2100 and then power it on again.
5. Open rpiboot tool to automatically convert the drive to a letter.
6. After the completion of the drive letter, the drive letter will pop up in the lower right corner of the computer.
7. Open SD Card Formatter, select the formatted drive letter, and click "Format" at the lower right to format.
8. In the pop-up prompt box, select "Yes".
9. When the formatting is completed, click "OK" in the prompt box.
10. Close SD Card Formatter.
11. Open Raspberry Pi Imager, select "CHOOSE OS" and select "Use Custom " in the pop-up pane.
12. According to the prompt, select the OS file under the user-defined path and return to the main page.
13. Click "CHOOSE STORAGE", select the default device in the "Storage" interface, and return to the main page.
14. Click "NEXT", select "NO " in the pop-up “Use OS customization?" pane.
15. Select "YES" in the pop-up “Warning” pane to start writing the image.
16. After the OS writing is completed, the file will be verified.
17. After the verification is completed, click “CONTINUE” in the pop-up “Write Successful” box.
18. Close Raspberry Pi Imager, remove USB cable and power on the device again.

6.3 Installing Firmware Package

After you have finished flashing to eMMC on ED-IPC2100, you need to configure the system by adding edatec apt source and installing firmware package to make the system work. The following is an example of Debian 12 (bookworm) desktop version.

Preparation:

• The flashing to eMMC of the Raspberry Pi standard OS (bookworm) has been completed.
• The device has booted normally and the relevant boot configuration has been completed.

Steps:

1. After the device starts normally, execute the following commands in the command pane to add the edatec apt source and install firmware package:

curl -s https://apt.edatec.cn/bsp/ed-install.sh | sudo bash -s ipc2110

2. After the installation is complete, the system automatically reboots.

3. Execute the following command to check whether the firmware package is installed successfully:

dpkg -l | grep ed-

The result in the picture below indicates that the firmware package has been installed successfully.

TIP If you have installed the wrong firmware package, you can execute sudo apt-get --purge remove package to delete it, where "package" is the package name.