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[[bc10]]
* bc10 FAQ [#l2d889dd]
>
These are frequently asked questions about bc10. These ar...
#CONTENTS
** 1. bc10 in general [#g859bf48]
*** Q.1-1: What is included in the bc10 set ? (What is in...
>
- A bc10 mainboard, an AMOLED, a CMOS camera module, and ...
and JTAG cable are neither included in the bc10 set nor s...
modifies the commercial product by yourself. All needed i...
~
*** Q.1-2: Is a case or an enclosure included in the bc10...
>
- A case or an enclosure is currently not included in the...
mainboard and expansion board of bc10. Late January 2011,...
will be shipped with its case.~
~
*** Q.1-3: Can bc10 be used as a cell phone? [#lcd7d01c]
>
- No. bc10 is not equipped with a 3G communication module...
~
*** Q.1-4 : According to Q.1-1, "AC Adapter, serial cable...
>
- Please utilize commercially available products. Use or ...
The regular AC adapter (5V, 1A or larger), which is widel...
applicable without modification. JTAG cable is required f...
product, and cable is created for adjusting the seize of ...
at [[bc10/JTAG]]. For serial cable, please look at [[bc10...
instructions and required parts. To use "30-pin br...
This explains how to make a serial interface with "30-pin...
This is NOT included in bc10 and only available from Beat...
~
*** Q.1-5: According to Q.1-1, an expansion board is incl...
>
- The expansion board included in bc10 is different from ...
is specifically designed for managing power supply only, ...
other hand, the expansion board sold as an option is inte...
[[details:http://labs.beatcraft.com/en/index.php?bc10%2FB...
** 2. About OS [#c9128ea1]
*** Q.2-1: Which version of Android is installed in bc10?...
>
- It is Android-2.2_1.1 (Froyo). This OS is developed upo...
cannot use the applications, which requires Google API su...
It also cannot handle the the Flash contents of websites.~
~
*** Q.2-2: Which version of kernel is used for bc10 [#e5b...
>
- The kernel is considered as an extension of 2.6.32. 2.6...
~
*** Q.2-3: Is it possible to use Linux? [#x8b5cb89]
>
- Yes. Angstrom has already been tested. Ubuntu and other...
** 3. Android Market [#g0344ed2]
*** Q.3-1: Can software listed on Android market be insta...
>
- Because of Google API, AOSP cannot access to Google Mar...
(.apk extension ) as Google Market can be installed and u...
** 4. Battery [#gaf74b8e]
*** Q.4-1: Does bc10 work with batteries? [#n03cb1df]
>
-Yes. It has been confirmed that bc10 works with SANYO en...
types of batteries will be tested, and the results of but...
** 5. AMOLED [#q8ca0999]
*** Q.5-1: Does the standard AMOLED has the touchscreen f...
>
- The standard AMOLD comes with the touchscreen function.~
~
*** Q.5-2: Is the touchscreen capable of multi-touch func...
>
- No, the touchscreen is NOT capable of multi-touch funct...
~
*** Q.5-3: Can the standard AMOLED be replaced with other...
>
- bc10 is specifically designed for the standard 4.3 inch...
a major alternation is required.
** 6. Internal Sensors [#ue0c0774]
*** Q.6-1: Does a camera come with a standard? [#lfafd426]
>
- Yes. bc10 is equipped with CMOS specific camera interfa...
~
*** Q.6-2: Are a GPS and a motion sensor standard feature...
>
- Both a 20 channel GPS receiver and a 6-axis motion sens...
features and installed on the mainboard of bc10.~
** 7. WiFi & Bluetooth [#ed9da661]
*** Q.7-1: Can bc10 handle WiFi and Bluetooth communicati...
>
- The WiFi and Bluetooth communications are dealt by the ...
USB-Bluethooth and the the drivers of these USB devices w...
** 8. USB and others [#g92f438d]
*** Q.8-1: Does bc10 accept a standard USB cable as it is...
>
- bc10 is equipped with a USB A and USB mini AB sockets. ...
and other USB mini A and USB mini B plug cables. USB mini...
PC when '''adb debug''' is done between the two devices t...
device, the device can be operated by USB bus power. As s...
~
*** Q.8-2: Can bc10 use a keyboard and mouse? [#g907eea0]
>
- Yes. bc10 accepts commercially available USB-connected ...
can handle both Japanese and English keyboards. On the de...
left click is corresponding to '''home key'''. The config...
~
*** Q.8-3: Which capacity of SD card and microSD card can...
>
- For a SD and SDHC cards, bc10 can handle 2GB and 8GB, ...
be mountable on bc10, but bc10 is Not bootable from a mic...
~
*** Q.8-4: Is bc10 connected with an external monitor by ...
>
- The shape of that connector is HDMI, but its functional...
go through it. The HDMI is connected to DVI by a HDMI-DVI...
of HDMI is 1280 x 720.~
** 9. 30-pin connector [#t45963df]
*** Q.9-1: What kind of signals 30-pin connector, which i...
>
- The signals that 30-pin connector outputs and inputs ar...
-- Stereo Audio Input~
-- Stereo Audio Output~
-- S-Video/Composite Video (Exclusive)~
-- Serial Console~
-- Power Switch~
-- USER Button~
-- RESET Button
>
>>>S-Video and Composite are exclusive. S-Video or Compos...
*** Q.9-2: Can the commercially available iPod/iPhone acc...
>
- Since there is neither compatibility nor the standard f...
with 30-pin connector. As applying some functions, some a...
accessories are NOT recommended. As 30-pin connector is c...
be significantly damaged.~
~
*** Q.9-3: How 30-pin connector handles serial console, A...
>
- Wiring from a male 30-pin connector plug, which is may ...
the wires are soldered with the appropriate interfaces, s...
There are examples of how to make serial interface and ho...
please visit [[here>http://labs.beatcraft.com/en/index.ph...
~
*** Q.9-4: To use 30-pin connector, can reset, turn on an...
>
- Yes. As resetting and turning on/off bc10 externally, t...
~
*** Q.9-5: 30-pin plug cannot be pulled off from 30-pin c...
>
- There are usually latches at the both sides of a 30-pin...
gently pull the plug. If remove the plug forcefully, may ...
bc10, and causes some troubles. Please handle carefully.~
~
** 10. Slot for Expansion Board [#saaf0b59]
*** Q.10-1: What kinds of signals are outputted from slot...
>
- The signals are listed below.
-- GPIO
-- KeyPad (4x4)
-- UART1
-- I²C (2ch)
-- SPI (1ch)
>
>>>
The right and left slots handle the signals of GPIO and K...
left slots.~
>
*** Q.10-2: Can the signals be applied directly from both...
- At the slots, the signals are outputted at 1.8V CMOS le...
for adjusting logic voltage level.~
** 11. The Expansion Board included in the bc10 set [#ibe...
*** Q.11-1: How many buttons are on the expansion board? ...
>
- Seven buttons on the board.~
~
*** Q.11-2: What kind of connector is required for the po...
>
- To power supply, connect to DC 5V. 2A by USB mini B con...
~
*** Q.11-3: There is no power switch on the expansion boa...
>
- Its power supply works with the switch of the mainboard...
bottom of bc10.
* Revision History [#o4adb062]
>
2010/09/15 The article is initially uploaded.~
2010/10/13 The question #1-4 is added, and the format is ...
2010/12/02 The question #1-5 and #9-5 are added.~
2010/12/07 The answer of #1-2 is changed.~
End:
[[bc10]]
* bc10 FAQ [#l2d889dd]
>
These are frequently asked questions about bc10. These ar...
#CONTENTS
** 1. bc10 in general [#g859bf48]
*** Q.1-1: What is included in the bc10 set ? (What is in...
>
- A bc10 mainboard, an AMOLED, a CMOS camera module, and ...
and JTAG cable are neither included in the bc10 set nor s...
modifies the commercial product by yourself. All needed i...
~
*** Q.1-2: Is a case or an enclosure included in the bc10...
>
- A case or an enclosure is currently not included in the...
mainboard and expansion board of bc10. Late January 2011,...
will be shipped with its case.~
~
*** Q.1-3: Can bc10 be used as a cell phone? [#lcd7d01c]
>
- No. bc10 is not equipped with a 3G communication module...
~
*** Q.1-4 : According to Q.1-1, "AC Adapter, serial cable...
>
- Please utilize commercially available products. Use or ...
The regular AC adapter (5V, 1A or larger), which is widel...
applicable without modification. JTAG cable is required f...
product, and cable is created for adjusting the seize of ...
at [[bc10/JTAG]]. For serial cable, please look at [[bc10...
instructions and required parts. To use "30-pin br...
This explains how to make a serial interface with "30-pin...
This is NOT included in bc10 and only available from Beat...
~
*** Q.1-5: According to Q.1-1, an expansion board is incl...
>
- The expansion board included in bc10 is different from ...
is specifically designed for managing power supply only, ...
other hand, the expansion board sold as an option is inte...
[[details:http://labs.beatcraft.com/en/index.php?bc10%2FB...
** 2. About OS [#c9128ea1]
*** Q.2-1: Which version of Android is installed in bc10?...
>
- It is Android-2.2_1.1 (Froyo). This OS is developed upo...
cannot use the applications, which requires Google API su...
It also cannot handle the the Flash contents of websites.~
~
*** Q.2-2: Which version of kernel is used for bc10 [#e5b...
>
- The kernel is considered as an extension of 2.6.32. 2.6...
~
*** Q.2-3: Is it possible to use Linux? [#x8b5cb89]
>
- Yes. Angstrom has already been tested. Ubuntu and other...
** 3. Android Market [#g0344ed2]
*** Q.3-1: Can software listed on Android market be insta...
>
- Because of Google API, AOSP cannot access to Google Mar...
(.apk extension ) as Google Market can be installed and u...
** 4. Battery [#gaf74b8e]
*** Q.4-1: Does bc10 work with batteries? [#n03cb1df]
>
-Yes. It has been confirmed that bc10 works with SANYO en...
types of batteries will be tested, and the results of but...
** 5. AMOLED [#q8ca0999]
*** Q.5-1: Does the standard AMOLED has the touchscreen f...
>
- The standard AMOLD comes with the touchscreen function.~
~
*** Q.5-2: Is the touchscreen capable of multi-touch func...
>
- No, the touchscreen is NOT capable of multi-touch funct...
~
*** Q.5-3: Can the standard AMOLED be replaced with other...
>
- bc10 is specifically designed for the standard 4.3 inch...
a major alternation is required.
** 6. Internal Sensors [#ue0c0774]
*** Q.6-1: Does a camera come with a standard? [#lfafd426]
>
- Yes. bc10 is equipped with CMOS specific camera interfa...
~
*** Q.6-2: Are a GPS and a motion sensor standard feature...
>
- Both a 20 channel GPS receiver and a 6-axis motion sens...
features and installed on the mainboard of bc10.~
** 7. WiFi & Bluetooth [#ed9da661]
*** Q.7-1: Can bc10 handle WiFi and Bluetooth communicati...
>
- The WiFi and Bluetooth communications are dealt by the ...
USB-Bluethooth and the the drivers of these USB devices w...
** 8. USB and others [#g92f438d]
*** Q.8-1: Does bc10 accept a standard USB cable as it is...
>
- bc10 is equipped with a USB A and USB mini AB sockets. ...
and other USB mini A and USB mini B plug cables. USB mini...
PC when '''adb debug''' is done between the two devices t...
device, the device can be operated by USB bus power. As s...
~
*** Q.8-2: Can bc10 use a keyboard and mouse? [#g907eea0]
>
- Yes. bc10 accepts commercially available USB-connected ...
can handle both Japanese and English keyboards. On the de...
left click is corresponding to '''home key'''. The config...
~
*** Q.8-3: Which capacity of SD card and microSD card can...
>
- For a SD and SDHC cards, bc10 can handle 2GB and 8GB, ...
be mountable on bc10, but bc10 is Not bootable from a mic...
~
*** Q.8-4: Is bc10 connected with an external monitor by ...
>
- The shape of that connector is HDMI, but its functional...
go through it. The HDMI is connected to DVI by a HDMI-DVI...
of HDMI is 1280 x 720.~
** 9. 30-pin connector [#t45963df]
*** Q.9-1: What kind of signals 30-pin connector, which i...
>
- The signals that 30-pin connector outputs and inputs ar...
-- Stereo Audio Input~
-- Stereo Audio Output~
-- S-Video/Composite Video (Exclusive)~
-- Serial Console~
-- Power Switch~
-- USER Button~
-- RESET Button
>
>>>S-Video and Composite are exclusive. S-Video or Compos...
*** Q.9-2: Can the commercially available iPod/iPhone acc...
>
- Since there is neither compatibility nor the standard f...
with 30-pin connector. As applying some functions, some a...
accessories are NOT recommended. As 30-pin connector is c...
be significantly damaged.~
~
*** Q.9-3: How 30-pin connector handles serial console, A...
>
- Wiring from a male 30-pin connector plug, which is may ...
the wires are soldered with the appropriate interfaces, s...
There are examples of how to make serial interface and ho...
please visit [[here>http://labs.beatcraft.com/en/index.ph...
~
*** Q.9-4: To use 30-pin connector, can reset, turn on an...
>
- Yes. As resetting and turning on/off bc10 externally, t...
~
*** Q.9-5: 30-pin plug cannot be pulled off from 30-pin c...
>
- There are usually latches at the both sides of a 30-pin...
gently pull the plug. If remove the plug forcefully, may ...
bc10, and causes some troubles. Please handle carefully.~
~
** 10. Slot for Expansion Board [#saaf0b59]
*** Q.10-1: What kinds of signals are outputted from slot...
>
- The signals are listed below.
-- GPIO
-- KeyPad (4x4)
-- UART1
-- I²C (2ch)
-- SPI (1ch)
>
>>>
The right and left slots handle the signals of GPIO and K...
left slots.~
>
*** Q.10-2: Can the signals be applied directly from both...
- At the slots, the signals are outputted at 1.8V CMOS le...
for adjusting logic voltage level.~
** 11. The Expansion Board included in the bc10 set [#ibe...
*** Q.11-1: How many buttons are on the expansion board? ...
>
- Seven buttons on the board.~
~
*** Q.11-2: What kind of connector is required for the po...
>
- To power supply, connect to DC 5V. 2A by USB mini B con...
~
*** Q.11-3: There is no power switch on the expansion boa...
>
- Its power supply works with the switch of the mainboard...
bottom of bc10.
* Revision History [#o4adb062]
>
2010/09/15 The article is initially uploaded.~
2010/10/13 The question #1-4 is added, and the format is ...
2010/12/02 The question #1-5 and #9-5 are added.~
2010/12/07 The answer of #1-2 is changed.~
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