Revision History Revision History Date Initial Release 03/06/2023 Table of Contents Safety Precautions, Safeguards & Information 1 - System Overview 1.1 - System Introduction 1.2 - Accessories 1.3 - Product Specifications 1.4 - Exterior Features and Dimensions 1.4.1 - Front I/O 1.4.2 - Back I/O 1.4.3 - Helix 401 Dimensions 1.5 - System Block Diagram...
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5 - Regulatory Compliance 5.1 - CE 5.2 - FCC Statement 5.3 - ISED (Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada) 5.4 - UKCA 5.5 - VCCI 6 - Appendices 6.1 - Appendix A: Power consumption 6.2 - Appendix B: Isolated DIO guide 6.3 - Appendix C: BIOS manual 6.4 - Appendix D: CAN user guide 6.5 - Appendix E: System thermal results...
2. Read the entire manual before using the product. 3. Install the device securely per users manual instructions. 4. Wall or ceiling mounting device requires use of OnLogic mounting plate or bracket. 5. Use M3x0.5mm Flat Head screws to attach mounting plate or mounting brackets to threaded holes on bottom or rear of chassis.
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18. Proper disposal of the CMOS battery must comply with local governance. 19. Radio device is not intended for emergency service use. 20. To protect against excessive RF exposure, maintain at least 20cm from any user and the RF antennas. Only use provided dual band PIFA antennas with 2dBi/2dBi gain (2.4 and 5Ghz) for Wifi/BT.
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3. Installez l'appareil en toute sécurité selon les instructions du manuel de l'utilisateur.. 4. Le dispositif de montage au mur ou au plafond nécessite l'utilisation d'une plaque de montage ou d'un support OnLogic. 5. Utilisez des vis à tête plate M3x0,5 mm pour fixer la plaque de montage ou les supports de montage aux trous filetés au bas ou à...
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14. Pour alimenter l'appareil, utilisez uniquement des alimentations externes répertoriées UL ITE avec un puissance de sortie CC de 12-24 VCC, voir les spécifications pour plus de détails. 15. Installez l'appareil uniquement avec des câbles réseau blindés. 16. L'installateur doit avoir de l'expérience dans l'installation du marché secondaire et être familiarisé...
1 - System Overview 1.1 - System Introduction The Helix 401 (HX401) harnesses the enhanced power and capabilities of Intel “Alder Lake P” Core and Celeron processors in a low profile fanless system built for the challenges of the IoT edge. With support for four independent 4K displays, a 0°C to 50°C operating temperature range, and a wealth of...
1.3 - Product Specifications OnLogic HX400 Series Intel 12th Gen Alder Lake-P Processor Celeron, Core i3, i5, i7 up to 12-core (8P+4E) 16-thread Memory 2x DD5-4800 SO-DIMM up to 64GB total (non-ECC) Intel® UHD Graphics for 12th Gen Intel® Processors (7305E, i3-1220PE) Integrated Graphics Intel®...
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Barrel Jack with optional 4-pin Terminal Block (support for remote switch, Barrel Power Input Jack covered when not in use.) TVS for power input protection Power Protections Moderate disturbance protection with a TVS LC filter. Alternate DC supplies should be IT equipment rated when possible. Dimensions 160 x 123 x 50 mm Weight...
1.4 - Exterior Features and Dimensions 1.4.1 - Front I/O The HX401 is pictured with the optional DIO module installed. 1.4.2 - Back I/O The HX401 is pictured with the optional CAN module and optional terminal block connector shown alongside the DC Barrel.
S5 and deep sleep states. SIM Card A 3FF Subscriber Identity Module (SIM) card slot is present on the front panel of the HX401 allowing native support for OnLogic 4G LTE modules. The SIM signals are connected to the M.2 B-Key internal expansion slot.
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Type C USB 4 port There are two USB 4 ports on the front panel of the HX401. This port is capable of linking up to 40Gb/s transfer rates. USB Type C connector ●...
2.2 - Rear I/O definition The HX401 with optional CAN installed. Additionally, the DC power barrel and terminal block power input options are both shown. Barrel Jack Power Connector Mainboard power is applied to the Helix platform by way of a female barrel jack connector (OD: 5.5mm ID: 2.5mm.
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Note: Located above the power barrel is a sheet metal punch-out for the plastic cable retention clamp. To use this feature the sheet metal tab needs to be removed with the backplate uninstalled to ensure the tab does not break off into the system. DisplayPort 1.4a Helix utilizes Intel’...
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COM DB9 Option The serial port mode and voltage between Off/5V on Pin 9 on Helix can be selected in the BIOS configuration. The serial ports support RS-232, RS-422, and RS-485 configurations. Refer to the BIOS manual in Appendix C for configuration instructions. RS-232 RS-422 RS-485...
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CAN DB9 option The CAN port on Helix 401 supports CAN2.0 A/B at baud rates from 100-1000 kbaud. The system CAN port is not internally terminated, and a properly terminated (120 Ohms, typical) cable should be used. The communication protocol used to send and receive messages is detailed on the support website.
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4-pin terminal block connector (Mating part: Dinkle #2ESDVM-04P-BK or equivalent). The system is operational from 12V~24V (HX401) [see section 4.3 for input voltage qualifications]. The maximum rated current of the connector is 15A per pin. Use a wire gauge that is rated for the operational current.
2.3 - Motherboard Connectors The motherboard top and bottom view for HX401 is as below.
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Helix platform supports PCIe Gen 3 x2, USB 3.2 10Gb/s, USB 2.0, SATA Gen I (1.5Gbps), SATA Gen II (3.0Gbps), and SATA Gen III (6.0Gbps) devices. The 3FF Micro SIM card slot is available for OnLogic 4G Extrovert modules. A full pinout table for this expansion slot is provided in Appendix F.
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M.2 M-Key An M.2 M-Key port is present on the Helix motherboard to allow support for M-Key form-factor expansion cards. Only 2280 form-factor cards are supported. The M-Key connector on the Helix platform includes support for PCIe Gen4x4 or Gen 3 x4. A full pinout table for this expansion slot is provided in Appendix F SO-DIMM1 &...
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BIOS EEPROM If the BIOS needs to be updated, please refer to Appendix C for reflashing instructions. ATX (Auto Power ON) Auto Power ON selection made via BIOS Menu CMOS Jumper Header A 2.54mm pin header and jumpers are used to clear the CMOS settings of the Helix platform. The system CMOS settings can be cleared with the pin jumper.
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USB 2.0 header pinout Power Input Header Mainboard power can be applied to the Helix platform by way of OnLogic ADP124 Power Terminal Card. The system is operational from 12V~24V. The maximum rated current of the connector is 3A per pin with a pitch of 2.54mm. Use the Onlogic ADP124 Power Terminal Card with validated functionality and the operational current.
Step 5 (DIN Bracket only): Install the din clips to the wall mount brackets using supplied screws and a Phillips head screwdriver. Step 6 (DIN Bracket): Mount system onto the DIN rail. Note: The mounting brackets are required to support 4x the hanging weight of the system. The mating surface and hardware must be capable of supporting the same load.
4 - Power Management 4.1 - Wake-Up Events The Helix platform supports multiple power states. The wake-up events can be configured in the BIOS. This section describes the supported power management functions and gives information on protection circuitry for power adapters. Low power shutdown is an additional option in the BIOS. See Appendix C for more information.
4.2 - Protection Circuitry Parameter Value Nominal operating voltage (Rated DC value of input) 12~24V (+/-10%) These DC levels specified are the absolute max values for the pins for function and safety of the system. The protection circuitry allows for brief transient voltages above these levels without the system turning off or being damaged.
The build configurations and power consumption are listed in the tables below. *The configurations below are using representative samples of internal devices, the specific components mentioned below may vary from the devices provided by OnLogic. The power consumption for each system configuration is record below...
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WIndows 10 Pro 64 Power Plan Balanced Balanced Balanced Balanced BIOS Version 1.49 1.49 1.49 1.49 Config 1 Ultra-Low HX401 Power Consumption 12V (avg W) 24V (avg W) Pseudo G3 Deep S5 Windows Idle CPU Stress 16.4 16.1 CPU Stress with graphics 25.8...
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Config 2 Low HX401 Power Consumption 12V (avg W) 24V (avg W) Pseudo G3 Deep S5 Windows Idle CPU Stress 48.9 49.4 CPU Stress with graphics 47.6 47.8 Config 3 Med HX401 Power Consumption 12V (avg W) 24V (avg W)
6.2 - Appendix B: Isolated DIO guide Additional information for the Isolated DIO can be found on the OnLogic support site. Please refer to the link below for additional information. ADP102 / ADP120 Isolated DIO module - OnLogic Support 6.3 - Appendix C: BIOS manual For a detailed overview of the BIOS screens and individual settings, please refer to the OnLogic support site.
6.5.2 Test Results 6.5.3 Test Result Summary The HX401 with i7-1270PE operated upwards of 80% of its rated base clock speeds on performance and efficiency cores while sustaining significant processor, memory and storage stress loads in an ambient temperature of 50ºC.
6.6.3 - M.2 M-Key Function Function 3.3 V 3.3 V PERn3 PERp3 PETn3 3.3 V PETp3 3.3 V 3.3 V PERn2 3.3 V PERp2 PETn2 PETp2 PERn1 PERp1 PETn1 PETp1 PERn0/SATA-B+ PERp0/SATA-B- PETn0/SATA-A- PETp0/SATA-A+ PERST# (O)(0/3.3V) or NC CLKREQ# (I/O)(0/3.3V) or NC REFCLKn PEWAKE# (I/O)(0/3.3V) or NC REFCLKp...
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CONNECTOR Key M CONNECTOR Key M SUSCLK(32kHz) (O)(0/3.3V) PEDET (NC-PCIe/GND-SATA) 3.3 V 3.3 V 3.3 V...
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