What connectivity options are available on the BFC-1509?

The BFC-1509 offers a range of connectivity options including Intel Gigabit Ethernet, HDMI output, multiple USB ports, COM port, CF card slot, and expansion options via Mini PCIe slots (one supporting mSATA). It also supports optional 3G/4G cellular connectivity (via SIM slot) and WiFi modules, making it adaptable to various industrial communication and networking requirements.

What is an Industrial Panel PC?

An Industrial Panel PC is a robust computing device designed for industrial environments, featuring a touchscreen display integrated with a computer. These systems are built to withstand harsh conditions including dust, moisture, temperature extremes, and vibration, while providing reliable operation for factory automation, control systems, and HMI applications.

What makes a Panel PC 'industrial grade'?

Industrial grade Panel PCs feature rugged construction with IP65/IP66 front panel protection, extended temperature operation, shock and vibration resistance, fanless cooling for reliability, wide voltage input tolerance, and long product lifecycles designed for 24/7 operation in challenging environments.

What is the difference between a Panel PC and an HMI?

While both provide operator interface functionality, a Panel PC is a full-featured computer running a standard operating system (Windows, Linux) that can host any software application. An HMI is typically a simpler device with an embedded operating system designed specifically for machine/process control with limited functionality beyond its control software.

What mounting options are available for Panel PCs?

Panel PCs typically offer multiple mounting options including panel mount (cutout installation in cabinets/enclosures), VESA mount (standard bracket mounting to walls or arms), and sometimes desktop stands. Some specialized models may offer additional mounting options for specific industries.

What operating systems are supported on industrial Panel PCs?

Most industrial Panel PCs support Windows 10 IoT Enterprise, Windows 11 Pro, and various Linux distributions like Ubuntu. The specific OS support depends on the hardware configuration, with some models offering pre-installed options or being compatible with multiple operating systems.

What is IP65/IP66 protection and why is it important?

IP65/IP66 protection ratings indicate dust-tight (6) protection and resistance to water jets (5/6). This is essential for industrial Panel PCs that may be exposed to harsh factory environments with dust, splashes, or washdown procedures, ensuring reliable operation and longevity in challenging conditions.

Why are fanless designs important in industrial Panel PCs?

Fanless designs eliminate moving parts that could fail, prevent dust and contaminant ingress through ventilation openings, reduce maintenance requirements, increase reliability in high-vibration environments, and allow sealed enclosures for protection against harsh industrial conditions.

What is the difference between resistive and capacitive touchscreens?

Resistive touchscreens work with any input device (finger, gloved hand, stylus) and are more suitable for harsh environments, but offer less optical clarity and typically support single-touch. Capacitive touchscreens provide better optical clarity and multi-touch capability but require bare finger or special stylus input and are more sensitive to environmental conditions.

What is a watchdog timer and why is it important?

A watchdog timer is a hardware-based timer that triggers a system reset if the software becomes unresponsive. This is crucial for industrial systems requiring high reliability and 24/7 operation, as it automatically recovers from software crashes or freezes without human intervention.

What does wide voltage input range mean for Panel PCs?

A wide voltage input range (typically 9-36VDC) allows Panel PCs to operate reliably in industrial environments with fluctuating power conditions. This provides flexibility in power source options and protection against voltage spikes and drops common in factory settings.

What is TPM and why is it included in industrial Panel PCs?

TPM (Trusted Platform Module) is a security chip that provides hardware-based encryption capabilities and secure storage for authentication credentials. In industrial settings, it helps protect sensitive data, secure communication channels, and ensure the integrity of control systems against unauthorized access.

How are Panel PCs typically mounted in industrial environments?

Panel PCs are typically installed using panel mount (where the unit is fitted into a cutout in a control cabinet with mounting clips or screws), VESA mount (attached to arms or wall mounts using standardized mounting patterns), or sometimes with custom mounting solutions for specific applications.

What cutout dimensions are needed for panel mounting?

Cutout dimensions vary by model and screen size. It's essential to refer to the specific Panel PC's installation guide for precise measurements. Most manufacturers provide detailed dimensional drawings showing the exact cutout size and mounting hole positions required.

What environmental conditions should be considered when installing Panel PCs?

Consider operating temperature range, humidity levels, exposure to dust or liquids, vibration/shock conditions, available power supply stability, electromagnetic interference sources, and ambient light conditions that might affect screen visibility when installing Panel PCs.

Do Panel PCs require additional cooling?

Most industrial Panel PCs are designed with fanless cooling systems that dissipate heat through the chassis. While they typically don't require additional cooling, it's important to ensure adequate air circulation around the unit and to avoid installing them in locations that exceed their specified operating temperature range.

What power supply requirements should be considered for Panel PCs?

Consider voltage requirements (typically 9-36VDC), current/power consumption specifications, power supply stability, surge protection needs, and whether battery backup or uninterruptible power supply (UPS) is necessary for critical applications to prevent data loss during power interruptions.

What should I do if the touchscreen becomes unresponsive?

First, try restarting the Panel PC. If the issue persists, check if the touch driver is installed and functioning properly, verify the touchscreen cable connection, ensure the operating environment is within specifications (especially for capacitive screens in high humidity), and check for physical damage to the screen surface.

How can I resolve overheating issues with fanless Panel PCs?

To address overheating: ensure the Panel PC is installed with adequate clearance for passive cooling, check that the ambient temperature is within specified operating range, clean dust buildup on cooling fins/chassis, verify that CPU-intensive applications aren't causing excessive load, and consider adding external cooling to the enclosure if necessary.

What causes Panel PCs to restart unexpectedly?

Unexpected restarts can be caused by unstable power supply, overheating, hardware failures, software issues, or watchdog timer activations due to system hangs. Check power stability, environmental conditions, system logs for error messages, and consider disabling the watchdog timer temporarily for diagnostic purposes.

How can I improve the visibility of the Panel PC screen in bright environments?

To improve visibility in bright environments, adjust the screen brightness to maximum, install an anti-glare shield or hood, position the Panel PC to avoid direct light sources, consider a higher-brightness model (500+ cd/m²) for new installations, or apply an anti-reflective film designed for industrial displays.

What should I do if Windows fails to boot on my Panel PC?

If Windows fails to boot, try booting in Safe Mode, use System Restore to revert to a working state, run startup repair from recovery options, check for hardware issues (particularly storage drives), verify BIOS/UEFI settings are correct, or restore from a system image backup if available.

Avalue · Panel-pc / monitor / mobiel

BFC-1509

Datasheet

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Fabrikant: Avalue

Hoogtepunten

Intel® Celeron® Processor J1900
Full flat front panel with projected capacitive touch supports multi touch
Intel® 1211AT Gigabit Ethernet, 5.1-CH audio
1 HDMI, 1 COM, 1 CF slot, 2 USB
Fanless system & VESA compliance
Wide voltage +12V ~ +26V input, ErP power
Timer-power-on
Front side IP65 dust and water proof
Optional mini PCIe 3G with SIM slot and WiFi module

Productbeschrijving

The Avalue BFC-1509 is a 15" industrial touch panel PC featuring an Intel® Celeron® Processor J1900. It offers a fanless design, projected capacitive multi-touch screen, dual Gigabit LAN, multiple USB and COM ports, and HDMI support.

The panel is IP65 front and IP41 rear rated, suitable for rugged environments. It supports wide voltage input and operates in temperatures from 0°C to 40°C.

Technische specificaties

Processor

Intel® Celeron® Processor J1900, 2M Cache, up to 2.0 GHz

Platform Controller Hub

Intel® Valleyview SoC

Systeemgeheugen

1 x 204-pin DDR3L 1066/1333MHz SO-DIMM up to 8 GB

I/O-chipset

EC ITE IT8528E

Watchdog-timer

H/W reset: 1sec.~255min. and 1sec. or 1min./step

Hardwarestatusmonitor

Monitoring CPU & System Temperature and Voltage

SBC

ECM-BYT

CPU-koeler (type)

Fanless Heatsink

LCD-formaat

12.1" 4:3

Resolutie

1024 x 768

Pixelafstand

0.240mm (H) x 0.240mm (V)

Helderheid

600 cd/m²

Contrastverhouding

1000

Kijkhoek

89 (U), 89 (D), 89 (L), 89 (R)

Responstijd

16 ms

Achtergrondverlichting

LED

Type touch

Projective capacitive multi-touch up to 10 points

Lichtdoorlatendheid touch

86 %

Touchcontroller

USB touch (EETI)

Uitbreiding

1 x Mini PCIe

1 x Mini PCIe support mSATA

Opslag

1 x CompactFlash type I/II socket

1 x 2.5 drive bay

USB-poort

1 x USB 3.0

3 x USB 2.0

COM-poort

1 x RS-232/422/485

LAN-poort

2 x RJ-45

Audiocodec

Realtek ALC888S

Audio-interface

Line-out

Grafische chipset

Intel® Valleyview SoC integrated graphics

supports dual display

Spec. en resolutie

HDMI:Max. Resolution 1920x1200@ 60Hz

LVDS:Max. Resolution 1920x1200@ 60Hz

Certificeringsinformatie

CE / FCC Class B

LAN-chipset

2 x Intel® I211AT

Ethernet-interface

10/100/1000 Base-Tx GbE compatible

DC-ingang

+12V ~ +26V

DC-ingangsconnector

Lockable DC Jack

Optional for phoenix connector

Adapter

Input: 100 ~ 240Vac/ 50 ~ 60Hz

Output: 60W adapter (12V @ 5A adapter) AC-DC adapter

ACPI

Single power ATX support S0, S3, S4, S5 and ACPI 3.0 compliant

OS-informatie

Win 7 / Win 8 / Win 10 / Linux

LED-indicator

HDD LED, power LED

Bedrijfstemperatuur

0°C ~ 40°C (32°F ~ 104°F)

Opslagtemperatuur

-10°C ~ 50°C (14°F ~ 122°F)

Luchtvochtigheid in bedrijf

0% ~ 90% Relative humidity, non-condensing

Gewicht

4.2 Kg

Trillingstest

With SSD/mSATA : 3Grms, IEC 60068-2-64, random, 5 ~ 500Hz, 30 mins/axis

Schoktest

With CF/SSD : 10Grms, IEC 60068-2-27, half sine, 11ms

Valtest

ISTA 2A, IEC-60068-2-32 Test:Ed

Beschermingsgraad IP

Front IP65

Montagekit

Wall / Stand / VESA 75mm x 75mm, 100mm x 100mm

Panel Mount with mounting kits

Voedingsmodus

AT/ATX (ATX is default setting)

Systeemventilator

Fanless

Constructie, voorzijde

Silver aluminum

Constructie, achterzijde

Silver alloy

Afmeting

350 x 274 x 53.5 mm

Bestelinformatie

BFC-1509-190-A4R

Intel® Celeron® SoC J1900 2.0GHz D1 CPU/2G DDR3L/COM/2LAN/2USB/12~26V Input/12V Adapto

E1702031833R

USA Power Cord

E1702031000R

EU Power Cord

E1702031834R

Japan Power Cord

E1702031830R

UK Power Cord

E1702031831R

Australia Power Cord

Wat is BFC-1509?

The BFC-1509 is a panel-pc / monitor / mobiel manufactured by Avalue, designed specifically for industrial-panel-pc applications. It features processor of Intel® Celeron® Processor J1900, 2M Cache, up to 2.0 GHz, beeldscherm of 12.1" 4:3 and touch of Projective capacitive multi-touch up to 10 points. The Avalue BFC-1509 is a 15" industrial touch panel PC featuring an Intel® Celeron® Processor J1900. It offers a fanless design, projected capacitive multi-touch screen, dual Gigabit LAN, multiple USB and COM ports, and HDMI support. The panel is IP65 front and IP41 rear rated, suitable for rugged environments. It supports wide voltage input and operates in temperatures from 0°C to 40°C.

Belangrijkste kenmerken en voordelen

Intel® Celeron® Processor J1900
Full flat front panel with projected capacitive touch supports multi touch
Intel® 1211AT Gigabit Ethernet, 5.1-CH audio
1 HDMI, 1 COM, 1 CF slot, 2 USB
Fanless system & VESA compliance
Wide voltage +12V ~ +26V input, ErP power
Timer-power-on
Front side IP65 dust and water proof
Optional mini PCIe 3G with SIM slot and WiFi module

Toepassingen en gebruiksscenario's

De BFC-1509 is ideaal voor uiteenlopende industriële automatiseringstoepassingen:

Harsh industrial environments requiring dust and water protection
Dust-sensitive environments and silent operation requirements
DC-powered industrial installations and mobile applications
Wireless connectivity and remote monitoring applications
High-performance computing and data processing tasks
Networked industrial systems and data communication
Interactive control interfaces and operator panels
Panel-mounted installations and control cabinets

Veelgestelde vragen

The BFC-1509 is a 15" bezel-free industrial panel PC featuring an Intel® Celeron® Processor J1900, projected capacitive multi-touch screen supporting up to 10 touch points, dual Gigabit LAN, fanless design, IP65 front panel protection, and compact form factor. It's designed for modern industrial applications requiring a sophisticated yet rugged interface with excellent screen visibility and an elegant edge-to-edge glass design.

The BFC-1509's bezel-free design provides a sleek, modern appearance with edge-to-edge glass that enhances aesthetics and user experience. The frameless construction is easier to clean and maintain in industrial environments, prevents buildup of dust and contaminants in crevices, and maximizes the available display area within the overall device footprint, creating a more immersive and effective operator interface.

The BFC-1509 is particularly well-suited for premium industrial applications where both visual impact and functionality are important, such as pharmaceutical manufacturing, food processing, high-end machinery, sophisticated control rooms, and advanced manufacturing cells. Its combination of elegant design, generous 15" display, and industrial durability makes it ideal for showcasing advanced HMI interfaces while withstanding industrial conditions.

Hoogtepunten

Productbeschrijving

Technische specificaties

Systeeminformatie

Processor

Platform Controller Hub

Systeemgeheugen

I/O-chipset

Watchdog-timer

Hardwarestatusmonitor

SBC

CPU-koeler (type)

Paneel

LCD-formaat

Resolutie

Pixelafstand

Helderheid

Contrastverhouding

Kijkhoek

Responstijd

Achtergrondverlichting

Type touch

Lichtdoorlatendheid touch

Touchcontroller

Uitbreiding

Uitbreiding

Opslag

Opslag

Externe en interne I/O

USB-poort

COM-poort

LAN-poort

Audio

Audiocodec

Audio-interface

Display

Grafische chipset

Spec. en resolutie

Certificeringen

Certificeringsinformatie

Ethernet

LAN-chipset

Ethernet-interface

Voedingsvereiste

DC-ingang

DC-ingangsconnector

Adapter

ACPI

Softwareondersteuning

OS-informatie

Systeembesturing

LED-indicator

Mechanisch en omgeving

Bedrijfstemperatuur

Opslagtemperatuur

Luchtvochtigheid in bedrijf

Gewicht

Trillingstest

Schoktest

Valtest

Beschermingsgraad IP

Montagekit

Voedingsmodus

Systeemventilator

Constructie, voorzijde

Constructie, achterzijde

Afmeting

Bestelinformatie

Bestelinformatie

Wat is BFC-1509?

Belangrijkste kenmerken en voordelen

Toepassingen en gebruiksscenario's

Veelgestelde vragen