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USER MANUAL ECU-1170 Advantech

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ECU-1170

High-Performance All-in-One Gateway for Battery Energy Storage Systems

The documentation and the software included with this product are copyrighted 2025 by Advantech Co., Ltd. All rights are reserved. Advantech Co., Ltd. reserves the right to make improvements in the products described in this manual at any time without notice. No part of this manual may be reproduced, copied, translated, or transmitted in any form or by any means without the prior written permission of Advantech Co., Ltd. The information provided in this manual is intended to be accurate and reliable. However, Advantech Co., Ltd. assumes no responsibility for its use, nor for any infringements of the rights of third parties that may result from its use.

Acknowledgments

Intel, Pentium, Celeron and Atom are trademarks of Intel Corporation.

Microsoft Windows and MS-DOS are registered trademarks of Microsoft Corp.

All other product names or trademarks are properties of their respective owners.

Support

For more information on this and other Advantech products, please visit our websites at: http://www.advantech.com

For technical support and service, please visit our support website at: http://www.advantech.com/support/

Part No. 2003U11700 Edition 1

Printed in China March 2025

Declaration of Conformity

CE

This product has passed the CE test for environmental specifications when shielded cables are used for external wiring. We recommend the use of shielded cables. This type of cable is available from Advantech. Please contact your local supplier for ordering information.

Test conditions for passing also include the equipment being operated within an industrial enclosure. In order to protect the product from damage caused by electrostatic discharge (ESD) and EMI leakage, we strongly recommend the use of CE-compliant industrial enclosure products.

FCC Class A

This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class A digital device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference when the equipment is operated in a commercial environment. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instruction manual, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. Operation of this equipment in a residential area is likely to cause harmful interference. In this event, users are required to correct the interference at their own expense.

Technical Support and Assistance

  1. Visit the Advantech website at www.advantech.com/support to obtain the latest product information.
  2. Contact your distributor, sales representative, or Advantech's customer service center for technical support if you need additional assistance. Please have the following information ready before calling:
    – Product name and serial number
    – Description of your peripheral attachments
    – Description of your software (operating system, version, application software, etc.)
    – A complete description of the problem
    – The exact wording of any error messages

Safety Precaution - Static Electricity

Follow these simple precautions to protect yourself from harm and the products from damage.

To avoid electrical shock, always disconnect the power from the PC chassis before manual handling. Do not touch any components on the CPU card or other cards while the PC is powered on.
- Disconnect the power before making any configuration changes. A sudden rush of power after connecting a jumper or installing a card may damage sensitive electronic components.

Safety Instructions

  1. Read these safety instructions carefully.
  2. Retain this user manual for future reference.
  3. Disconnect the equipment from all power outlets before cleaning. Use only a damp cloth for cleaning. Do not use liquid or spray detergents.
  4. For pluggable equipment, the power outlet socket must be located near the equipment and easily accessible.

  5. Protect the equipment from humidity.

  6. Place the equipment on a reliable surface during installation. Dropping or letting the equipment fall may cause damage.

  7. The openings on the enclosure are for air convection. Protect the equipment from overheating. Do not cover the openings.

  8. Ensure that the voltage of the power source is correct before connecting the equipment to a power outlet.

  9. Position the power cord away from high-traffic areas. Do not place anything over the power cord.

  10. All cautions and warnings on the equipment should be noted.

  11. If the equipment is not used for a long time, disconnect it from the power source to avoid damage from transient overvoltage.

  12. Never pour liquid into an opening. This may cause fire or electrical shock.

  13. Never open the equipment. For safety reasons, the equipment should be opened only by qualified service personnel.

  14. If any of the following occurs, have the equipment checked by service personnel:

  15. The power cord or plug is damaged.
    – Liquid has penetrated the equipment.
    – The equipment has been exposed to moisture.

  16. The equipment is malfunctioning, or does not operate according to the user manual.
    – The equipment has been dropped and damaged.
    – The equipment shows obvious signs of breakage.

  17. DO NOT LEAVE THIS EQUIPMENT IN AN ENVIRONMENT WHERE THE STORAGE TEMPERATURE MAY GO BELOW -30°C (-22°F) OR ABOVE 70°C (158°F). THIS COULD DAMAGE THE EQUIPMENT. THE EQUIPMENT SHOULD BE IN A CONTROLLED ENVIRONMENT.

  18. CAUTION: DANGER OF EXPLOSION IF BATTERY IS INCORRECTLY REPLACED. REPLACE ONLY WITH THE SAME OR EQUIVALENT TYPE RECOMMENDED BY THE MANUFACTURER, DISCARD USED BATTERIES ACCORDING TO THE MANUFACTURER'S INSTRUCTIONS.

  19. This product is intended to be supplied by an UL certified power supply or dc source with SELV output, rated 10 to 30Vdc, 2.7 to 0.9A minimum and maximum ambient temperature (Tma) 70 degree C minimum without power source or adapter. If you need further assistance, please contact Advantech for further information.

  20. Ensure that the voltage of the power source is correct before connecting the equipment to a power outlet. The power outlet socket should have a grounded connection.

  21. For use in pollution free environments and indoor use.

  22. This equipment is not suitable for use in locations where children are likely to be present.

  23. If the equipment is used in a manner not specified by the Advantech, the protection provided by the equipment may be impaired.

  24. The equipment contains no user-serviceable parts. Do not open, Return to manufacturer for servicing.
  25. Do not block air ventilation holes.
  26. This is open type equipment and should be installed in a suitable enclosure.
  27. Equipment is intended for installation in Restricted Access Area.

Chapter 2 Hardware Functionality......7

2.1 Overview ...... 8 Figure 2.1 ECU-1170 Overview...... 8
2.2 LED Status Indicators and Buttons 9

2.2.1 System Status Indicators .... 9 Figure 2.2 System Status LED .... 9 Table 2.1: System Status Indicators.... 9
2.2.2 Ethernet Status Indicators....9 Figure 2.3 Ethernet Status Indicators ....9 Table 2.2: Ethernet Status Indicators ....9

2.3 System Button.... 10

Figure 2.4 System Button 10
Table 2.3: System Button 10
Table 2.4: Table 2.4: Recovery Options.... 10

Chapter 3 Pins, Jumper Settings, and Wiring ..11

3.1 Power Supply.... 12 Figure 3.1 Power Supply .... 12 Table 3.1: Power Supply .... 12
3.2 Ethernet Ports .... 12 Figure 3.2 Ethernet Ports.... 12 Table 3.2: Ethernet Ports.... 12
3.3 USB Ports .... 13 3.3.1 1 x USB2.0 HOST, 1 x USB3.0 HOST.... 13 Figure 3.3 USB Ports.... 13 Table 3.3: USB Ports.... 13
3.3.2 1 x USB3.0 OTG (Function Reserved) .... 14 Table 3.4: OTG Jumper Settings.... 14 Figure 3.4 USB3.0 OTG .... 14
3.4 Console Ports....15 Figure 3.5 Console Ports....15 Table 3.5: Console Ports....15
3.5 HDMI Ports 16

Figure 3.6 HDMI Ports.... 16

Table 3.6: HDMI Ports.... 16

3.6 CAN Ports.... 17

Figure 3.7 CAN Ports-1 17

Table 3.7: CAN Ports 17

Figure 3.8 CAN Ports-2 17

3.7 Analog Input Ports 18

Figure 3.9 Analog Input Ports.... 18

Table 3.8: Analog Input Ports.... 18

Table 3.9: Voltage/Current Jumper Settings 18

Figure 3.10Voltage/Current Jumper Settings 18

3.8 Serial Ports 19

Figure 3.11 Serial Ports 19

Table 3.10: Serial Ports.... 19

Table 3.11:RS-232/485 Jumper Settings 19

Figure 3.12RS-232/485 Jumper Settings 19

Table 3.12:RS-232/485 Termination Resistors 20

Figure 3.13RS-232/485 Termination Resistors 20

3.9 Digital Inputs 0\~3 (Wet Contacts) 21

Figure 3.14Digital Input 0\~3 (Wet Contacts) -1 ...... 21

Table 3.13:Digital Input 0\~3 (Wet Contacts) 21

Figure 3.15Digital Input 0\~3 (Wet Contacts) -2 ...... 21

3.10 Digital Inputs 4\~19 (Dry/Wet Contacts).... 22

Figure 3.16Digital Inputs 4\~19 (Dry/Wet Contacts) -1....22

Table 3.14: Digital Inputs 4\~19 (Dry/Wet Contacts).... 22

Figure 3.17Digital Input 4\~19 (Dry/Wet Contacts) -2....22

3.11 Digital Output 0\~1 (Low Side Drive)....23

Figure 3.18Digital Output 0\~1 (Low Side Drive) -1....23

Table 3.15: Digital Output 0\~1 (Low Side Drive).... 23

Figure 3.19Digital Output 0\~1 (Low Side Drive) -2....23

3.12 Digital Output 0\~3 (High Side Drive).... 24

Figure 3.20Digital Output 0\~3 (High Side Drive) 24

Table 3.16:Digital Output 0\~3 (High Side Drive) 24

Figure 3.21 Digital Output 0\~3 (High Side Drive) 24

3.13 Digital Output 0\~7 (Relay Output).... 25

Figure 3.22Digital Output 0\~7 (Relay Output) - 1.... 25

Table 3.17:Digital Output 0\~7 (Relay Output) 25

Figure 3.23Digital Output 0\~7 (Relay Output) - 2.... 25

3.14 SD And SIM Slots 26

Figure 3.24SD and SIM slots.... 26

Table 3.18: Location of Mini-PCIe and M.2 Socket 26

Figure 3.25 Location of Mini-PCIe and M.2 Socket 26

Chapter 4 Installation

27

4.1 Jumper and RTC Battery Location.... 28

4.2 DIN Rail And Wall Mount Installation 29

4.3 Module Installation 30

4.3.1 M.2 Slot Module Assembly 30

Table 4.1: M.2 Slot Module Assembly.... 30

Figure 4.1 M.2 Slot Module Assembly.... 30

4.3.2 5G Module Assembly.... 31

Table 4.2: 5G Module Assembly 31

Figure 4.2 5G Module Assembly 32

4.3.3 Mini-PCIe Slot Module Assembly 33

Table 4.3: Mini-PCIe Slot Module Assembly.... 33

Figure 4.3 Mini-PCIe Slot Module Assembly.... 33

Chapter 1

Overview

1.1 Introduction

The ECU-1170 is a purpose-built gateway designed specifically for Battery Energy Storage System (BESS) applications. Featuring integrated multi-I/O interfaces and paired with EdgeLink software, the ECU-1170 supports a wide range of communication protocols, enabling seamless connectivity between various BESS sub-systems. With its high computational performance, the ECU-1170 not only functions as a robust gateway, but also serves as a local EMS (Energy Management System) or a BAU (Battery Auxiliary Unit), offering exceptional versatility and efficiency for energy storage solutions.

Advantech ECU-1170 - Introduction - 1

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1.2 Specifications

1.2.1 General

Table 1.1: General
Certifications CE, FCC, UL 62368, IEC-62368
Dimensions 183 x 108 x 43 mm
Power Input 10 ~ 30 VDC
Mounting Din Rail/Wall-Mount
Ingress ProtectionIP30
Storage Temperature-40 ~ 85°C
Operating Temperature-40 ~ 70°C
Humidity5-95% (non-condensing)
Operating SystemPrimary: Yocto Linux with EdgelinkSecondary: Ubuntu 22.04 (Linux kernel 5.10)

1.2.2 System

Table 1.2: System

CPURockchip RK3568J Quad-Core Arm Cortex A55 1.4GHz (Up to 1.8GHz)
RAM 4GB LPDDR4 (Up to 8GB)
eMMC 32GB eMMC (up to 128GB)
Extension Storage 1 x NVMe (Optional by customization)
Display 1 x HDMI (Up to 1080p @120Hz and 4096 x 2304 @60Hz)
Real Time Clock Yes
Watchdog Timer Yes
TPM2.0 Optional by customization
Super-Capacitor Optional by customization (5 seconds power hold upon power loss)
LED 6 x LED (1 x power, 5 x programmable LED)

1.2.3 I/O Interfaces

Table 1.3: I/O Interfaces

Serial8 x isolated RS-485/232, 2000VDC isolation
COM1 COM2 COM3 COM4 COM5 COM6 COM7 COM8
ModeRS-232/485
Speed50 ~ 115200 bps1200 ~ 115200 bps
Data bit5,6,7,88
Isolation 2000 VDC
LAN4 x 10/100/1000Mbps Ethernet
USB1 x USB2.0 HOST, 1 x USB3.0 HOST (OTG function reserved)
CAN2 x Isolated CAN2.0B, 2000VDC isolation (20Kbps~1000Kbps)
SD Card1 x Micro SD Card Slot
Expansion Slot1 x Mini-PCIe (full-size) Signal: PCIe for WI-FI (optional USB2.0/SATA by customization)1 x M.2 B-Key (2280) Signal: USB2.0,USB3.0 for LTE or 5G (Optional PCIe for NVMe by customization)
SIM Card2 x Nano SIM card slot for redundancy
ADC2 x AI0-20mA or 0-10V (jumper optional), Accuracy 1%, sampling rate: 40sps
DI4 x isolated DI (wet contact)16 x isolated DI (dry & wet contact)2000VDC isolation
DO(LSD, HSD)4 x Isolated HSD, Source Type, 10-30V, 1A 2 x isolated LSD, Sink Type, 10-30V, 1A 2000VDC isolation
DO(Relay Output)8 x Isolated relay (Form A): 5A@250VAC; 3A@30VDCBreakdown voltage: 750VACInitial insulation 1GΩ at 500VDC
Console1 x RS-232 (RJ-45)
Table 1.4: Edgelink Table 1.5:
NorthBound ProtocolIEC-61850*, Modbus Server, DNP3 Outstation, BACnet Server, OPC UA Server
SouthBound ProtocolModbus Client, DNP3Master, DL/T645, IEC-101, IEC-103, IEC-104, OPC UA Client, BACnetIP, BACnet MS/TP, SNMP
PLC DriverABB/Advantech/Allen-Bradley/BECKHOFF/ DELTA/FATEK/GE/Honeywell/Keyence/Mitsubishi/Omron/Panasonic/Schneider/Sharp/Siemens/ Toyopuc/Wago 750/Yaskawa/Yokogawa
Configuration Tool WISE-EdgeLink Studio
Data Monitoring 20000 Tags Max
Cloud Connectivity (MQTT)Azure, AWS, Google Cloud IoT Core, and more
Database Transmission SQL Server, MySQL, ORACLE, FTP Server
VPN OpenVPN

*Please refer to EdgeLink specifications for further details. Activation of the IEC-61850 protocol requires an additional fee.

1.3 Software Configurations

Table 1.6: Software Configurations
Operating System:Ubuntu 22.04 / Yocto+EdgeLink
Programming:IEC-61131-3, Linux C, Python
Login Details: User Name: root
Password: no password (press "Enter")
Default IP:LAN1: 10.0.0.1
LAN2: 11.0.0.1
LAN3: 12.0.0.1
LAN4: 13.0.0.1

1.4 Chassis Dimensions

Advantech ECU-1170 - Chassis Dimensions - 1

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Figure 1.1 ECU-1170 Chassis Dimensions

1.5 Packing List

The accessory package of the ECU-1170 contains the following items:

(A) ECU-1170
(B) Connectors
(C) Din Rail
(D) Screws

Chapter 2

Hardware

Functionality

2.1 Overview

Advantech ECU-1170 - Overview - 1

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Advantech ECU-1170 - Overview - 2

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Figure 2.1 ECU-1170 Overview

2.2 LED Status Indicators and Buttons

2.2.1 System Status Indicators

Advantech ECU-1170 - System Status Indicators - 1

text_image PWR PL1 PL3 PL0 PL2 PL4

Figure 2.2 System Status LED

Table 2.1: System Status Indicators

LED Description
PWR Power On
PLx Programmable LED

2.2.2 Ethernet Status Indicators

Advantech ECU-1170 - Ethernet Status Indicators - 1

text_image Link Act

Figure 2.3 Ethernet Status Indicators

Table 2.2: Ethernet Status Indicators

LED Status Description
LinkOff 10 Mbps
Orange 100 Mbps
Green 1000 Mbps
ActGreen Lighting Not transmitting data
Green Blinking Transmitting data

2.3 System Button

Advantech ECU-1170 - System Button - 1
Figure 2.4 System Button

Table 2.3: System Button

Button Description
RCY Recovery
RST Reset

Caution! The RCY button is used for recovering the system. This will erase your project and restore the system.

Advantech ECU-1170 - System Button - 2

  1. Ensure the device is turned off.
  2. Press and hold the RCY button while turning the device on.
  3. After powering on, continue holding the RCY button for 10 seconds and observe the upgrade indicator (PL1). Once it starts flashing in a regular pattern, release the RCY button. The device will then begin the recovery process.
  4. Wait for 3 minutes until the upgrade indicator (PL1) stops flashing, indicating that the recovery is complete.

Note! Recovery restores the last updated image, not the factory image.

Advantech ECU-1170 - System Button - 3

Table 2.4: Table 2.4: Recovery Options

OS Yocto + EdgeLink Ubuntu
Image that Supports RecoverySupported from 2.8.4.2 and aboveSupported from 1.0.3 and above
Folders/Files that Will Be Retained#/home/sysuser/project/elic (license file) #/home/sysuser/project/edgelink.lic (license file)None

Chapter 3

Pins, Jumper Settings, and Wiring

3.1 Power Supply

The ECU-1170 supports a power input range of 10\~30 VDC

DC-In Connector Wiring

  1. Must be installed by a skilled professional.
  2. Only use copper conductors.
  3. Choose the appropriate wire diameter.
  4. The terminal block is suitable for a 14 AWG torque value of 7 in-lbf.

Advantech ECU-1170 - DC-In Connector Wiring - 1

text_image PWR + -

Figure 3.1 Power Supply

Table 3.1: Power Supply

Pin Charge Description
+ DC power in V+
- DC power in V-

3.2 Ethernet Ports

4 x 10/100/1000 Mpbs Ethernet ports

Advantech ECU-1170 - Ethernet Ports - 1

text_image LAN1 LAN2 LAN3 LAN4

Figure 3.2 Ethernet Ports

Table 3.2: Ethernet Ports

Pin Number Description
A1/B1 MDI0+
A2/B2 MDI0-
A3/B3 MDI1+
A4/B4 MDI1-
A5/B5 MDI2+
A6/B6 MDI2-
A7/B7 MDI3+
A8/B8 MDI3-

3.3 USB Ports

3.3.1 1 x USB2.0 HOST, 1 x USB3.0 HOST

Advantech ECU-1170 - 1 x USB2.0 HOST, 1 x USB3.0 HOST - 1

natural_image Pure electrical circuit lines without any symbols

Figure 3.3 USB Ports

Table 3.3: USB Ports
USB2.0
Pin Number Description
1 +5V
2 DATA+
3 DATA-
4 GND
USB3.0
Pin Number Description
1 +5V
2 DATA+
3 DATA-
4 GND
5 STDA_SSRX-
6 STDA_SSRX+
7 Shield GND_DRAIN
8 STDA_SSTX-
9 STDA_SSTX+

3.3.2 1 x USB3.0 OTG (Function Reserved)

Short CN 40 and pins 1-2 of CN1 to enter maskrom mode.

Table 3.4: OTG Jumper Settings
USB 3.0 OTG USB HOST
CN1 1-2 ON 3-4 ON
CN40 ON OFF
Advantech ECU-1170 - 1 x USB3.0 OTG (Function Reserved) - 1

text_image Circuit board layout diagram with labeled components including CN1, CN40, and CE pins

Figure 3.4 USB3.0 OTG

3.4 Console Ports

1 x RS-232 console port (RJ-45)

Advantech ECU-1170 - Console Ports - 1
CONSOLE
Figure 3.5 Console Ports

Table 3.5: Console Ports

Pin Number Description
1 Not used
2 Not used
3 Debug Tx
4 GND
5 GND
6 Debug Rx
7 Not used
8 Not used
Console Configuration
Serial Port RS-232
Baud Rate 115200
Parity None
Data Bits 8
Stop Bits 1
Flow Control None

3.5 HDMI Ports

HDMI
Advantech ECU-1170 - HDMI Ports - 1
Figure 3.6 HDMI Ports

Table 3.6: HDMI Ports

Pin Description Pin Number Description
1 HDMI1_z_DATA2+ 11 GND
2 GND 12 HDMI1_z_CLK-
3 HDMI1_z_DATA2- 13 HDMI1_z_CEC
4 HDMI1_z_DATA1+ 14 N/A
5 GND 15 HDMI1_DDC_CLK
6 HDMI1_z_DATA1- 16 HDMI1_DDC_DAT
7 HDMI1_z_DATA0+ 17 GND
8 GND 18 +V5_HDMI
9 HDMI1_z_DATA0- 19 HDMI1_HPD
10 HDMI1_z_CLK+

3.6 CAN Ports

2 x CAN bus

Advantech ECU-1170 - CAN Ports - 1

text_image CAN H1 L1 G H2 L2

Figure 3.7 CAN Ports-1

Table 3.7: CAN Ports

Pin Description
Hx CAN High
Lx CAN Low
G GND

Ports 120Ω Jumper CN26

CAN1CN26(1-2)
CAN2 CN26(3-4)3 4 □ ○ ▽ 1 ○ 2

ON: Termination resistor connected
OFF: Termination resistor disconnected (default)

Advantech ECU-1170 - CAN Ports - 2

text_image Circuit board layout diagram with labeled components including resistors, capacitors, and connectors

Figure 3.8 CAN Ports-2

3.7 Analog Input Ports

Do not input value over range and short unused channel to GND to avoid interfere.

Advantech ECU-1170 - Analog Input Ports - 1

text_image AI 0 AGND 1 AGND

Figure 3.9 Analog Input Ports

Table 3.8: Analog Input Ports

Pin Description
0/1 Analog Input
AGND Analog GND

Table 3.9: Voltage/Current Jumper Settings

Pin Status Description
CN29/301-2 Voltage (Default)
2-3 Current

Advantech ECU-1170 - Analog Input Ports - 2

text_image CN29 CN30 ADANTECH CN1-2100 10W-A1 10A30511005-B1 CE CN40 CN25 CN2 CN3 CN2 CN3 CN2 CN3 CN2 CN3 CN2 CN3 CN2 CN3 CN2 CN3 CN2 CN3 CN2 CN3 CN2 CN3 CN2 CN3 CN2 CN3 CN2 CN3 CN2 CN3 CN2 CN3 CN2 CN3 CN2 CN3 CN2 CN3 CN2 CN3 CN2 CN3 CN2 CN4 CN2 CN4 CN2 CN4 CN2 CN4 CN2 CN4 CN2 CN4 CN2 CN4 CN2 CN4 CN2 CN4 CN2 CN4 CN2 CN4 CN2 CN4 CN2 CN4 CN2 CN4 CN2 CN4 CN2 CN4 CN2 CN4 CN2 CN4 CN2 CN4 CN2 CN4 CN2 CN3 CN2 CN3 CN2 CN3 CN2 CN3 CN2 CN3 CN2 CN3 CN2 CN3 CN2 CN3 CN2 CN3 CN2 CN3 CN2 CN3 CN2 CN3 CN2 CN3 CN2 CN3 CN2 CN3 CN2 CN3 CN2 CN3 CN2 CN3 CN2 CN3 CN2 CN6 CN2 CN6 CN2 CN6 CN2 CN6 CN2 CN6 CN2 CN6 CN2 CN6 CN2 CN6 CN2 CN6 CN2 CN6 CN2 CN6 CN2 CN6 CN2 CN6 CN2 CN6 CN2 CN6 CN2 CN6 CN2 CN6 CN2 CN6 CN2 CN6 CN2 CN6 CN2 CN7 CN2 CN7 CN2 CN7 CN2 CN7 CN2 CN7 CN2 CN7 CN2 CN7 CN2 CN7 CN2 CN7 CN2 CN7 CN2 CN7 CN2 CN7 CN2 CN7 CN2 CN7 CN2 CN7 CN2 CN7 CN2 CN7 CN2 CN7 CN2 CN7 CN2 CN7 CN2 CN8 CN2 CN8 CN2 CN8 CN2 CN8 CN2 CN8 CN2 CN8 CN2 CN8 CN2 CN8 CN2 CN8 CN2 CN8 CN2 CN8 CN2 CN8 CN2 CN8 CN2 CN8 CN2 CN8 CN2 CN8 CN2 CN8 CN2 CN8

Figure 3.10 Voltage/Current Jumper Settings

3.8 Serial Ports

8 x RS232/485

Advantech ECU-1170 - Serial Ports - 1

text_image COM1 1 2 3 COM2 1 2 3 COM3 1 2 3 COM4 1 2 3

Advantech ECU-1170 - Serial Ports - 2

text_image COM5 1 2 3 COM6 1 2 3 COM7 1 2 3 COM8 1 2 3

Figure 3.11 Serial Ports

Table 3.10: Serial Ports

Pin NumberDescription
RS-232 RS-485
1 RX Data+
2 TX Data-
3 GND GND

Table 3.11: RS-232/485 Jumper Settings

Ports Jumper RS-232 RS-485 (Default)
COM1 CN8Advantech ECU-1170 - Serial Ports - 3Advantech ECU-1170 - Serial Ports - 4
COM2 CN9
COM3 CN12
COM4 CN14
COM5 CN17
COM6 CN18
COM7 CN21
COM8 CN22

Advantech ECU-1170 - Serial Ports - 5

text_image CN21 CN17 CN12 CN8 CN12 CN18 CN14 CN9 CN1 ST300F1 CE ICU-1700 Rev. AL 19A.XS17000-RL CN2 CN3 CN4 CN5 CN6 CN7 CN8 CN9 CN10 CN11 CN12 CN13 CN14 CN15 CN16 CN17 CN18 CN19 CN20 CN21 CN22 CN23 CN24 CN25 CN26 CN27 CN28 CN29 CN30 CN31 CN32 CN33 CN34 CN35 CN36 CN37 CN38 CN39 CN40 CN41 CN42 CN43 CN44 CN45 CN46 CN47 CN48 CN49 CN50 CN51 CN52 CN53 CN54 CN55 CN56 CN57 CN58 CN59 CN60 CN61 CN62 CN63 CN64 CN65 CN66 CN67 CN68 CN69 CN70 CN71 CN72 CN73 CN74 CN75 CN76 CN77 CN78 CN79 CN80

Figure 3.12 RS-232/485 Jumper Settings

Table 3.12: RS-232/485 Termination Resistors
Ports 120Ω Jumper CN13/20

COM1 CN13(1-2)
COM2 CN13(3-4)
COM3 CN13(5-6)
COM4 CN13(7-8)
COM5 CN20(1-2)
COM6 CN20(3-4)
COM7 CN20(5-6)
COM8 CN20(7-8)

ON: Termination resistor connected
OFF: Termination resistor disconnected (default)

Advantech ECU-1170 - Serial Ports - 6

text_image CN20 CN13 CN4 CN13 CN21 U130F73 U4 CN1 CN2 CN4 CN13 CN2 CN13 CN4 CN13 CN2 CN13 CN4 CN13 CN2 CN13 CN4 CN13 CN2 CN13 CN4 CN13 CN2 CN13 CN4 CN13 CN2 CN13 CN4 CN13 CN2 CN13 CN4 CN13 CN2 CN13 CUJ-1705 RWV.A1 IMAX317000-E1 CE ADANTECH

Figure 3.13 RS-232/485 Termination Resistors

3.9 Digital Inputs 0\~3 (Wet Contacts)

Advantech ECU-1170 - Digital Inputs 0\~3 (Wet Contacts) - 1

text_image DI IC 0 1 2 3 IGND

Figure 3.14 Digital Input 0\~3 (Wet Contacts) -1

Table 3.13: Digital Input 0\~3 (Wet Contacts)

Pin Definition
0~3 Digital InputLogic 1: 5~30V
IC Input CommonLogic 0: 0~2V
IGND Input Ground

Advantech ECU-1170 - Digital Inputs 0\~3 (Wet Contacts) - 2

text_image Internal External DI0 DI1 DI2 DI3 IGND

Figure 3.15 Digital Input 0\~3 (Wet Contacts) -2

3.10 Digital Inputs 4\~19 (Dry/Wet Contacts)

Advantech ECU-1170 - Digital Inputs 4\~19 (Dry/Wet Contacts) - 1

text_image DI IC 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 IGND

Advantech ECU-1170 - Digital Inputs 4\~19 (Dry/Wet Contacts) - 2

text_image DI IC 14 15 16 17 18 19 IGND

Figure 3.16 Digital Inputs 4\~19 (Dry/Wet Contacts) -1

Table 3.14: Digital Inputs 4\~19 (Dry/Wet Contacts)

Pin Definition Wet:
4~13,14~19Digital InputLogic 1: 5~30VLogic 0: 0~2V
ICInput CommonDry:Logic 1: GroundingLogic 0: Open Circuit
IGND Input Ground

Advantech ECU-1170 - Digital Inputs 4\~19 (Dry/Wet Contacts) - 3

flowchart
graph TD
    A["Wet Contact"] --> B["5~30VDC"]
    B --> C["IC"]
    B --> D["IGND"]
    B --> E["DI1"]
    B --> F["DI2"]
    B --> G["..."]
    H["Dry Contact"] --> I["Ground"]

Figure 3.17 Digital Input 4\~19 (Dry/Wet Contacts) -2

3.11 Digital Output 0\~1 (Low Side Drive)

Advantech ECU-1170 - Digital Output 0\~1 (Low Side Drive) - 1

text_image LSD OC 0 1 OGND

Figure 3.18 Digital Output 0\~1 (Low Side Drive) -1

Table 3.15: Digital Output 0\~1 (Low Side Drive)

Pin Definition
0~1 Digital Output
OC Output Common
OGND Output Ground

Advantech ECU-1170 - Digital Output 0\~1 (Low Side Drive) - 2

flowchart
graph TD
    A["External"] --> B["Load"]
    B --> C["10 ~ 30 VDC"]
    C --> D["Connect for Inductive Load"]
    D --> E["Internal"]
    E --> F["Internal Flyback Diode"]
    style A fill:#f9f,stroke:#333
    style E fill:#ccf,stroke:#333
    style F fill:#cfc,stroke:#333

Figure 3.19 Digital Output 0\~1 (Low Side Drive) -2

3.12 Digital Output 0\~3 (High Side Drive)

Advantech ECU-1170 - Digital Output 0\~3 (High Side Drive) - 1

text_image HSD OC 0 1 2 3 OGND

Figure 3.20 Digital Output 0\~3 (High Side Drive)

Table 3.16: Digital Output 0\~3 (High Side Drive)

Pin Definition
0~3 Digital Output
OC Output Common
OGND Output Ground

Advantech ECU-1170 - Digital Output 0\~3 (High Side Drive) - 2

flowchart
graph TD
    A["External"] --> B["10 ~ 30 VDC"]
    B --> C["Load"]
    C --> D["Internal"]
    D --> E["Internal Flyback Diode"]
    D --> F["OC"]
    D --> G["OGND"]
    D --> H["DO0"]
    D --> I["DO1"]
    D --> J["..."]
    style A fill:#f9f,stroke:#333
    style D fill:#ccf,stroke:#333

Figure 3.21 Digital Output 0\~3 (High Side Drive)

3.13 Digital Output 0\~7 (Relay Output)

Advantech ECU-1170 - Digital Output 0\~7 (Relay Output) - 1

Advantech ECU-1170 - Digital Output 0\~7 (Relay Output) - 2

text_image DO2 DO3 DO4 DO5 DO6 DO7 1 2 1 2 1 2 1 2 1 2 1 2

Figure 3.22 Digital Output 0\~7 (Relay Output) - 1

Table 3.17: Digital Output 0\~7 (Relay Output)

Pin Number Definition
1 NO (Normal Open)
2 COM (Output Common)

Advantech ECU-1170 - Digital Output 0\~7 (Relay Output) - 3

flowchart
graph TD
    A["NORMALLY OPEN (NO)"] --> B["Internal"]
    B --> C["COMMON (COM)"]
    D["LOAD 1"] --> E["External"]
    E --> F["Power Source E"]
    style A fill:#f9f,stroke:#333
    style D fill:#ccf,stroke:#333
    style E fill:#cfc,stroke:#333

Figure 3.23 Digital Output 0\~7 (Relay Output) - 2

3.14 SD And SIM Slots

The ECU-1170 is equipped with 1 x full-size Mini-PCIe and 1 x M.2 B-Key socket. It also includes 1 x SD card and 2 x SIM card slots to the left side of chassis.

Advantech ECU-1170 - SD And SIM Slots - 1

text_image [Δ] SD [Δ] SIM [Δ] SIM

Figure 3.24 SD and SIM slots
Table 3.18: Location of Mini-PCIe and M.2 Socket
Socket Support Package

Mini-PCIe 3050/3026
M.2 B-Key 2080/3042/3052
Advantech ECU-1170 - SD And SIM Slots - 2

text_image Circuit board layout diagram with labeled components and red/green annotations indicating connections or areas

Figure 3.25 Location of Mini-PCIe and M.2 Socket

Chapter

4

Installation

4.1 Jumper and RTC Battery Location

Disassemble the chassis and upper board to set jumpers and replace RTC battery on the lower board.

Advantech ECU-1170 - Jumper and RTC Battery Location - 1

text_image In case 5G module mounted

Assemble upper board

Advantech ECU-1170 - Jumper and RTC Battery Location - 2

natural_image Technical line drawing of a mechanical assembly before and after assembly, showing internal components and motion indicators (no text or symbols)

4.2 DIN Rail And Wall Mount Installation

The wall mount bracket is built-in with the chassis and Din rail is also offered in accessories.

Advantech ECU-1170 - DIN Rail And Wall Mount Installation - 1

text_image SINAMOSI SOU-100 → SINAMOSI SOU-100

To mount the wall plate, use screws of the size M4*6Lmm min, 4pcs.

Advantech ECU-1170 - DIN Rail And Wall Mount Installation - 2

natural_image Technical line drawings of two electronic device modules with mounting holes and internal components (no text or symbols)

DIN rail mounting screws (4pcs, M3x6L).

Advantech ECU-1170 - DIN Rail And Wall Mount Installation - 3

natural_image Technical line drawing of a server rack with internal components, showing assembly before and after transformation (no text or symbols)

4.3 Module Installation

4.3.1 M.2 Slot Module Assembly

The M.2 slot supports 2280/2242/3042 modules. In the case of 2242/3042, an adapter is needed. The set of the adapter and screws in the below table is the customer's PO. The set of post and screws is within the BOM of shipment and pre-installed. In the case of 2280, the IO board needs to be removed before installation

Table 4.1: M.2 Slot Module Assembly
Part Number Description
1960102502T000 Adapter
19350304A0 Screw
Advantech ECU-1170 - M.2 Slot Module Assembly - 1

text_image M.2 2280 module M.2 3042 module 3042 to 3052 Adaptor Screw

Figure 4.1 M.2 Slot Module Assembly

4.3.2 5G Module Assembly

  1. Remove the top cover and place rubber under the 5G module for better support.
  2. Assembly the 5G module, thermal pad, and thermal bracket.
  3. Remove two plugs from the top cover. Then assemble the top cover and connect the thermal bracket with the chassis with two screws for better heat dissipation.

The set of thermal accessories and screws in the below table are upon customer's PO.

Table 4.2: 5G Module Assembly

Part Number Description
1960116055N001 5G thermal bracket
1990042003N000 Support rubber
1990042007N000 Thermal pad
1930007459-01 Screw for thermal bracket
1930000071 Screw for 5G thermal bracket connected chassis

Advantech ECU-1170 - 5G Module Assembly - 1
Figure 4.2 5G Module Assembly

4.3.3 Mini-PCIe Slot Module Assembly

The Mini-PCIe slot is compatible with the M.2 E-Key module using an adapter. The set of adapter and screw in the below table is upon the customer's PO. The screw for the adapter is pre-installed.

Table 4.3: Mini-PCIe Slot Module Assembly
Part Number Description
EXM-CMPF1-M2E01E M.2 E-Key to mPCIe adapter board
1930000016 Screw
Advantech ECU-1170 - Mini-PCIe Slot Module Assembly - 1

text_image M.2 E key module Screw M.2 E key to mPCIe adaptor

Figure 4.3 Mini-PCIe Slot Module Assembly

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