HRC800-5A512E

Diamond Systems HRC800-5A512E Hercules II EBX Single Board Computer

The Diamond Systems HRC800-5A512E is a highly integrated Hercules II EBX single-board computer featuring an 800MHz VIA Mark CoreFusion processor, 512MB onboard DRAM, integrated high-performance data acquisition and an onboard 5-28VDC power supply.

Designed for industrial control, data acquisition, test and measurement, transportation and other embedded applications, the HRC800-5A512E combines computing, analog and digital I/O, communications, storage interfaces and power-supply functionality on a single EBX platform.

Key Features

• Manufacturer: Diamond Systems Corporation
• Model: HRC800-5A512E
• Product Family: Hercules II
• Product Type: EBX Single Board Computer with Integrated Data Acquisition
• Processor: VIA Mark CoreFusion
• Processor Speed: 800MHz
• System Memory: 512MB Onboard DRAM
• Data Acquisition: Full Integrated DAQ
• Analog Inputs: 32 Channels
• A/D Resolution: 16-Bit
• Maximum A/D Sampling Rate: 250kHz
• A/D FIFO: 2048 Samples
• Analog Outputs: 4 Channels
• D/A Resolution: 12-Bit
• Digital I/O: 40 Programmable Lines
• Expansion: PC/104-Plus ISA and PCI
• Display: VGA CRT and LVDS LCD
• Ethernet: 10/100Base-T
• Storage: Dual IDE / UDMA-100
• Flash Storage: FlashDisk and CompactFlash Interfaces
• Serial Ports: 4
• Audio: AC'97
• Keyboard / Mouse: PS/2
• Input Power: 5-28VDC
• Operating Temperature: -20°C to +70°C
• Form Factor: EBX
• Dimensions: Approximately 8.0 x 5.75 in. (203 x 146mm)

800MHz VIA Mark CoreFusion Processor

The HRC800-5A512E is based on an 800MHz VIA Mark CoreFusion processor. The Hercules II platform combines the processor with integrated system-controller functionality to provide a compact, low-power embedded computing solution.

512MB Onboard DRAM

The board includes 512MB of onboard system memory. The integrated memory configuration is well suited to rugged embedded applications where resistance to shock and vibration is important.

Integrated 16-Bit Data Acquisition

The HRC800-5A512E includes the full Hercules II onboard data-acquisition subsystem, providing analog input, analog output, programmable digital I/O and counter/timer functionality without requiring a separate DAQ expansion card.

• 32 analog input channels
• Single-ended or differential input operation
• 16-bit A/D resolution
• 250kHz maximum aggregate sampling rate
• 2048-sample programmable FIFO
• Programmable analog input ranges
• Automatic analog calibration
• 4 analog output channels
• 12-bit D/A resolution
• 40 programmable digital I/O lines
• A/D pacer and general-purpose counter/timer functionality

32-Channel 16-Bit Analog Input

The onboard A/D subsystem provides 32 analog input channels with 16-bit resolution. Inputs can be configured for single-ended or differential operation, with a maximum aggregate sampling rate of 250kHz.

Programmable input ranges include bipolar and unipolar ranges for interfacing with a variety of industrial sensors and analog signals.

Four 12-Bit Analog Outputs

Four onboard analog output channels provide 12-bit D/A conversion. Selectable output ranges support both bipolar and unipolar analog control applications.

40 Programmable Digital I/O Lines

The Hercules II data-acquisition subsystem provides 40 digital I/O lines with programmable direction for interfacing with sensors, switches, relays, actuators and other industrial digital devices.

Autocalibrating Data Acquisition

Diamond Systems' autocalibration technology provides software-controlled calibration of the onboard A/D and D/A circuitry, helping maintain analog accuracy over time and temperature.

Integrated 5-28VDC Power Supply

The HRC800-5A512E incorporates an onboard DC/DC power supply and accepts a wide 5-28VDC input range. This integrated power architecture simplifies installation in industrial and vehicle-based embedded systems by eliminating the need for a separate regulated 5V power supply.

VGA and LVDS Display Support

Integrated graphics provide VGA CRT and LVDS LCD display support for embedded graphical interfaces and industrial operator displays.

10/100 Ethernet

Integrated 10/100Base-T Ethernet provides network connectivity for industrial automation, remote monitoring and embedded control applications.

Serial and USB Connectivity

The Hercules II platform provides four serial ports. Two are dedicated RS-232 ports, while two support configurable RS-232, RS-422 and RS-485 communication.

USB interfaces provide connectivity for compatible embedded peripherals and external devices.

IDE, FlashDisk and CompactFlash Storage

The HRC800-5A512E supports dual IDE UDMA-100 interfaces along with FlashDisk and CompactFlash storage options, allowing the system to use conventional or solid-state embedded storage.

PC/104-Plus Expansion

PC/104-Plus expansion provides both ISA and PCI expansion buses for compatible industrial I/O, communications and control modules.

Enhanced-Temperature Configuration

The HRC800-5A512E is the enhanced-temperature version of the Hercules II data-acquisition SBC and is specified for operation from -20°C to +70°C.

For applications requiring the wider -40°C to +85°C operating range, the corresponding model is the HRC800-5A512.

HRC800 Model Identification

• HRC800-5A512: 800MHz, 512MB, full DAQ, 5-28VDC, -40°C to +85°C
• HRC800-5A512E: 800MHz, 512MB, full DAQ, 5-28VDC, -20°C to +70°C
• HRC800-5N512: 800MHz, 512MB, no analog DAQ, 5-28VDC, -40°C to +85°C
• HRC800-5N512E: 800MHz, 512MB, no analog DAQ, 5-28VDC, -20°C to +70°C

Industrial Applications

The Diamond Systems HRC800-5A512E is suitable for industrial automation, machine control, test and measurement equipment, data acquisition systems, transportation, robotics, laboratory equipment and other embedded applications requiring integrated computing, data acquisition and wide-input DC power.

Replacement, Repair and Availability

Embedded CPU Boards supports the Diamond Systems HRC800-5A512E for sourcing, replacement, repair, testing and legacy-system lifecycle support. Availability may include new-old-stock, surplus, refurbished or professionally tested units depending on current inventory.

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