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Summary of Contents for IBASE Technology SI-324
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SI-324 Mid-Range Digital Signage Player User’s Manual Version 1.1 (Dec. 2018)
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Avoid Disassembly Do not disassemble, repair or make any modification to the device. Doing so could generate hazards and cause damage to the device, even bodily injury or property damage, and will void any warranty. SI-324 User Manual...
Software in use (such as OS and application software, including the version numbers) 3. If repair service is required, you can download the RMA form at http://www.ibase.com.tw/english/Supports/RMAService/. Fill out the form and contact your distributor or sales representative. SI-324 User Manual...
Jumpers & Connectors Quick Reference ..........16 2.6.1 COM1 RS-232 Power (JP2) ..........17 2.6.2 Clearing CMOS Data (J2) ............ 17 2.6.3 System Fan Power Connector (J8) ........18 2.6.4 CPU Fan Power Connector (J9) ........... 18 Chapter 3 Driver Installation ..............19 SI-324 User Manual...
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AMD Eyefinity Multiple Displays Configuration ........41 Setting Up AMD Eyefinity Using Quick Setup ......41 Customizing AMD Eyefinity Using Try Advanced Setup ..45 I/O Port Address Map ................51 Interrupt Request Lines (IRQ) ............... 53 Watchdog Timer Configuration .............. 55 SI-324 User Manual...
Chapter 1 General Information The information provided in this chapter includes: • Features • Packing List • Accessories • Specifications • Overview • Dimensions...
1.1 Introduction The SI-324 is a 4K digital signage player powered by the new AMD Ryzen™ Embedded V1000 processors that provide outstanding CPU performance and noticeable increase in GPU performance than previous solutions. With the new integrated AMD Radeon™ Vega graphics with up to 11 compute units, SI-324 delivers four independent HDMI 2.0 displays with up to 4K at 60 Hz...
Your product package should include the items listed below. If any of the items below is missing, contact the distributor or the dealer from whom you purchased the product. • SI-324 Digital Signage Player • Power Adapter • Power Cord 1.4 Optional Accessories...
4 x HDMI 2.0 with hardware EDID emulation Interface 1 x RJ45 GbE LAN Serial 1 x COM RS-232 port (RJ50 connector) • 2 x USB 3.0 • 1 x USB 2.0 Audio Jack 1 x Line-Out SI-324 User Manual...
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Note: The product performance relies on the system functioning as a whole. The level of CPU/APU/GPU processor, the interaction among the processor and the memory and storage bandwidth, or the functionality of the digital signage application software may affect the product performance. SI-324 User Manual...
Wall Mounting Chassis USB 2.0 Port Be sure to press the EDID Button to acquire or change the EDID data when the connected display/monitor cannot be recognized, or the displayed image does not fit the screen. Oblique View SI-324 User Manual...
Chapter 2 Hardware Installation & Motherboard Information The information provided in this chapter includes: • Installation of memory, M.2 and mini PCIe cards • Information and locations of connectors...
If you need to install or replace the 2 memory module, move the jumper caps, or replace the lithium battery, you also need to perform the following steps. 1. Remove the following 3 screws to remove the M.2 heatsink. SI-324 User Manual...
3. Gently push the module in an upright position unitl the ejector tabs of the memory slot close to hold the module in place when the module touches the bottom of the slot. To remove the module, press the ejector tabs outwards with your fintertips to eject the module. SI-324 User Manual...
1. Thread and fasten the hex nut and the 2. Apply adhesive around here. washer. Then install the antenna. Info: The diameter of the nut is around 6.35 mm (0.25”-36UNC). SI-324 User Manual...
61S plus the weight of the suspending cables attached to the system. Use the following methods for mounting your system: Wall Mounting Installation Prepare at least 4 screws (M3) to install the device on the wall as shown. SI-324 User Manual...
COM1 port is jumper-less and configurable in BIOS. Assignment Assignment DSR, Data set ready DCD, Data carrier detect Ground DTR, Data terminal ready Ground CTS, Clear to send TX, Transmit RTS, Request to send RX, Receive RI, Ring Indicator SI-324 User Manual...
1 2 3 When two pins of a jumper are encased in a jumper cap, this jumper is closed, i.e. turned On. When a jumper cap is removed from two jumper pins, this jumper is open, i.e. turned Off. SI-324 User Manual...
Refer to 2.3 Pin Assignment for COM1 RS-232 Port. Be sure to press the EDID Button to acquire or change the EDID data when the connected display/monitor cannot be recognized, or the displayed image does not fit the screen. SI-324 User Manual...
Hardware Configuration 2.6.1 COM1 RS-232 Power (JP2) Function Pin closed Illustration +12V (default) 2.6.2 Clearing CMOS Data (J2) Function Pin closed Illustration Normal (default) Clear CMOS SI-324 User Manual...
2.6.3 System Fan Power Connector (J8) Signal Name Signal Name Ground Rotation detection +12V 2.6.4 CPU Fan Power Connector (J9) Signal Name Signal Name Ground Rotation detection +12V SI-324 User Manual...
Chapter 3 Driver Installation The information provided in this chapter includes: • AMD Radeon™ Graphics Driver Installation • HD Audio Driver Installation • LAN Driver Installation...
3.2 AMD Radeon™ Graphics Driver Installation 1. Run the Setup.exe file. 2. Accept the license agreement to continue. 3. Choose either Express Install or Custom Install. 4. When the driver is completely installed, restart the computer for changes to take effect. SI-324 User Manual...
3.3 HD Audio Driver Installation 1. Run the Setup.exe file. 2. On the Welcome screen of the InstallShield Wizard, click Next for installation. 3. When the driver is completely installed, restart the computer for changes to take effect. SI-324 User Manual...
1. Run the Setup.exe file. 2. On the Welcome screen of the InstallShield Wizard, click Next. 3. Accept the license agreement and click Next to continue. 4. When the driver is completely installed, restart the computer for changes to take effect. SI-324 User Manual...
Chapter 4 BIOS Setup This chapter describes the different settings available in the AMI BIOS that comes with the board. The topics covered in this chapter are as follows: • Main Settings • Advanced Settings • Chipset Settings • Security Settings •...
These defaults have been carefully chosen by both AMI and your system manufacturer to provide the absolute maximum performance and reliability. Changing the defaults could make the system unstable and crash in some cases. SI-324 User Manual...
Set the time. Use the <Tab> key to switch between the data elements. 4.4 Advanced Settings This section allows you to configure, improve your system and allows you to set up some system features according to your preference. SI-324 User Manual...
Enables / Disables system ability to hibernate (OS/S4 Sleep State). This option may not be effective with some operating systems. ACPI Sleep State Selects the highest ACPI sleep state the system will enter when the SUSPEND button is pressed. 4.4.2 IDE Configuration SI-324 User Manual...
For example, if setting up a schedule from Wednesday 5 p.m. to Thursday 2 a.m., configure two schedule slots. But if setting up a schedule from 3 p.m to 5 p.m. on Wednesday, configure only a schedule slot. SI-324 User Manual...
4.4.4 F81846 Super IO Configuration BIOS Setting Description Serial Ports Configuration Sets parameters of Serial Port (COM). Enables / Disables the serial port and select an optimal setting for the Super IO device. SI-324 User Manual...
The values are read-only values as monitored by the system and show the PC health status. CPU Shutdown Disables or sets system shutdown temperature Temperature to 50°C, 60°C, 70°C or 80°C. SI-324 User Manual...
4.4.6 CPU Configuration BIOS Setting Description Node 0 Information Displays the memory information related to Node 0. 4.4.7 AMI Graphic Output Protocol Policy BIOS Setting Description Output Selection Selects an output interface. SI-324 User Manual...
The maximum time the device will take before it properly reports itself to the Host Controller. “Auto” uses default value for a Root port it is 100ms. But for a Hub port, the delay is taken from Hub descriptor. SI-324 User Manual...
BIOS Setup 4.5 Chipset Settings BIOS Setting Description Sourth Bridge South Bridge parameters SB USB Configuration Options for SB USB configuration. SI-324 User Manual...
BIOS Setup 4.6 Security Settings BIOS Setting Description Administrator Password Sets an administrator password for the setup utility. User Password Sets a user password. Secure Boot Custimizable secure boot settings. SI-324 User Manual...
System mode is user deployed, and CSM is disabled. Secure Boot Customizable Secure Boot mode: In Custom Customization mode, Secure Boot policy variables can be configured by a physically present user without full authentication. Options: Standard, Custom SI-324 User Manual...
Enables / Disables Quiet Boot option. Boot Mode Select Select boot mode as Legacy or UEFI. Boot Option Priorities Sets the system boot order. UEFI Hard Disk Drive Specifies the Boot device priority sequence from BBS Priorities available UEFI hard disk drives. SI-324 User Manual...
Restore Defaults Restores / Loads defaults values for all the setup options. Save as User Defaults Saves the changes done so far as user defaults. Restore User Defaults Restores the user defaults to all the setup options. SI-324 User Manual...
Appendix This section provides the mapping addresses of peripheral devices and the sample code of watchdog timer configuration. • SDR and HDR Resolution Support • AMD Eyefinity Multiple Displays • I/O Port Address Map • Interrupt Request Lines (IRQ) • Watchdog Timer Configuration...
Dual Channel: • 2 displays: 2160p60 • 4 displays: 1440p60 Single Channel: • 1 display: 2160p60 • 2 displays: 1440p60 • 4 displays: 1080p60 Note: This is about the supported display resolution, not related to the multimedia streams. SI-324 User Manual...
Eyefinity Display Group. So, arrange the displays in a 3x1 configuration in extended desktop before configuring AMD Eyefinity with Quick Setup. To set up AMD Eyefinity with Quick Setup: 1. Open AMD Radeon Settings: Right-click on the desktop and select AMD Radeon Settings. SI-324 User Manual...
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However, this feature is not supported. Do not confuse with Try Advanced Setup (see below picture), which becomes available after Eyefinity Quick Setup is complete. The Try Advanced Setup option is used to customize the Eyefinity Display Group created after Eyefinity Quick Setup is complete. SI-324 User Manual...
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Eyefinity Display Group. Refer to B.2 Customizing AMD Eyefinity Using Try Advanced Setup for details. Arrange Displays after Eyefinity Quick Setup To arrange displays in desired positions (optional): 1. Click Arrange Displays after Eyefinity Quick Setup is complete. SI-324 User Manual...
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(i.e. Eyefinity Display Group + Extended Desktop Displays). In this example, physically connect 3 of the 4 displays first and arrange them in 3 x 1 extended desktop in the Operating System’s display settings. SI-324 User Manual...
Eyefinity Display Group or in one preferred display. By default, the Taskbar extends across all displays in a single row AMD Eyefinity Display Group. In a multi-row AMD Eyefinity Display Group, it extends across the bottom row of displays. SI-324 User Manual...
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4. To move the Taskbar, simply drag and drop it to the desired display. Ensure that the Taskbar setting is not set to “locked”. 5. To have the Taskbar running across multiple displays again, uncheck the Position the Windows taskbar on a single display option and click Continue. SI-324 User Manual...
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Desktop option changes how the desktop image is shown across the displays by resizing it. To resize the desktop: 1. Click Try Advanced Setup (under Eyefinity tab in AMD Radeon Settings) after Eyefinity Quick Setup is complete. 2. Click Resize Desktop once Radeon Additional Settings launches. SI-324 User Manual...
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Eyefinity Quick Setup is complete. 2. Click Adjust Bezel Compensation once Radeon Additional Settings launches. 3. Use the Chevrons (arrow heads) to move the triangle test pattern until it is properly aligned (as shown in below picture). SI-324 User Manual...
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To customize Eyefinity desktop resolution: 1. Click Try Advanced Setup (under Eyefinity tab in AMD Radeon Settings) after Eyefinity Quick Setup is complete. 2. Click Customize Eyefinity Desktop Resolution once Radeon Additional Settings launches. SI-324 User Manual...
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4. Select the preferred resolution from the Custom Resolution drop-down menu, and click Apply to save the setting. Open the Operating System’s display settings menu to change the resolution to the Custom Resolution selected in Step #4. SI-324 User Manual...