HRC800-5N512E

Diamond Systems HRC800-5N512E Hercules II EBX Single Board Computer

The Diamond Systems HRC800-5N512E is a Hercules II EBX embedded single-board computer featuring an 800MHz VIA Mark CoreFusion processor, 512MB of onboard RAM, programmable digital I/O, PC/104-Plus expansion and an integrated 5-28VDC power supply.

The HRC800-5N512E is the enhanced-temperature, non-analog-data-acquisition configuration of the Hercules II family. It combines embedded computing, VGA/LVDS graphics, Ethernet, USB, serial communications, IDE and solid-state storage interfaces, digital I/O and wide-input DC power on a single EBX platform.

Key Features

• Manufacturer: Diamond Systems Corporation
• Model: HRC800-5N512E
• Product Family: Hercules II
• Product Type: EBX Embedded Single Board Computer
• Processor: VIA Mark CoreFusion
• Processor Speed: 800MHz
• Chipset: VIA Mark VT8606 Integrated + VT82C686B
• System Memory: 512MB Onboard RAM
• Data Acquisition: No Analog A/D or D/A
• Digital I/O: 40 Programmable Lines
• Expansion: PC/104-Plus ISA and PCI
• Display: VGA CRT and LVDS LCD
• Ethernet: 10/100Base-T
• USB: 4 x USB 2.0 and 4 x USB 1.1
• Serial Ports: 4
• Serial Interfaces: 2 x RS-232 and 2 x RS-232/422/485
• Storage: 2 x IDE UDMA-100
• Solid-State Storage: FlashDisk and CompactFlash Interfaces
• Keyboard / Mouse: PS/2
• Audio: AC'97
• Input Power: 5-28VDC
• Power Supply Output: 40W Total
• Cooling: Passive Heatsink / Fanless
• Operating Temperature: -20°C to +70°C
• Form Factor: EBX
• Dimensions: 8.0 x 5.75 in. (203 x 146mm)

800MHz VIA Mark CoreFusion Processor

The HRC800-5N512E is based on an 800MHz VIA Mark CoreFusion processor. The highly integrated processor platform provides Pentium III-class embedded computing performance with low power consumption for industrial control and embedded applications.

512MB Onboard RAM

The board includes 512MB of onboard system memory. The integrated memory configuration eliminates the need for a removable memory module and is well suited to embedded systems exposed to vibration and mechanical movement.

Digital I/O / Non-Analog-DAQ Configuration

The HRC800-5N512E does not include the analog A/D and D/A data-acquisition circuitry provided on the HRC800-5A512E.

It retains the Hercules II programmable digital I/O functionality, providing 40 digital I/O lines for interfacing with sensors, switches, relays, control signals and other digital devices.

40 Programmable Digital I/O Lines

The HRC800-5N512E provides 40 digital I/O lines with programmable direction in 8-bit ports. This digital I/O capability supports industrial monitoring, machine control and embedded automation applications without requiring the full analog data-acquisition subsystem.

Integrated 5-28VDC Power Supply

The Hercules II incorporates an onboard DC/DC power supply with a standard 5-28VDC input range and up to 40 watts of total output power.

The wide-input power architecture enables operation from industrial DC sources, batteries, vehicle electrical systems and conventional regulated supplies without requiring a separate add-on power module.

Enhanced-Temperature Configuration

The HRC800-5N512E is specified for an operating temperature range of -20°C to +70°C. Diamond Systems identifies this as the enhanced-temperature version.

For applications requiring the wider -40°C to +85°C operating range, the corresponding model is the HRC800-5N512.

VGA and LVDS Display Support

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

10/100 Ethernet

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

USB and Serial Connectivity

The Hercules II platform provides four USB 2.0 ports and four USB 1.1 ports for peripheral connectivity.

Four serial ports are provided, including two fixed RS-232 ports and two configurable RS-232/422/485 interfaces for industrial communications.

IDE, FlashDisk and CompactFlash Storage

Two IDE UDMA-100 interfaces support compatible mass-storage devices. FlashDisk and CompactFlash interfaces provide additional solid-state storage options for embedded operating systems and application software.

PC/104-Plus Expansion

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

HRC800 Model Identification

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

Industrial Applications

The Diamond Systems HRC800-5N512E is suitable for industrial automation, machine control, transportation systems, robotics, embedded controllers, manufacturing equipment and other applications requiring an EBX computer with digital I/O and integrated wide-input DC power.

Replacement, Repair and Availability

Embedded CPU Boards supports the Diamond Systems HRC800-5N512E 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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