VPC-3588 Motherboard

• 1. Chip Overview
• 2. Product Overview
• 3. Specifications List
  • General Specifications
  • CPU
  • Memory
  • Storage
  • Video Output
  • USB Interfaces
  • Serial Communication
  • Audio
  • Networking
  • GPIO and I2C
  • Power Supply
  • Additional Features
• 4. Interface Definitions
  • Power Interfaces
  • Data Interfaces
  • USB Interfaces
  • Serial Interfaces
  • Expansion Slots
• 5. Compatible Peripherals

The VPC-3588 motherboard is based on the Rockchip RK3588 high-performance application processor platform. It integrates advanced features suitable for various applications, including digital signage, touch interaction, consumer electronics, and entertainment systems.

#1. Chip Overview

• CPU: RK3588 Quad-core Cortex-A76 + Quad-core Cortex-A55, up to 2.4GHz
• GPU: ARM Mali-G610 MC4, supports OpenGL ES 1.1/2.0/3.1/3.2, OpenCL 1.1/1.2/2.0, Vulkan 1.1/1.2
• NPU: 6 TOPS AI computing power, supports int4/int8/int16/FP16/BF16/TF32
• Multimedia: Supports H.265/H.264/AV1/VP9/AVS2 video decoding, up to 8K@60FPS; supports H.264/H.265 video encoding, up to 8K@30FPS
• Display: Supports multi-screen output, up to 8K@60FPS; various display interfaces including EDP/DP/HDMI2.1/MIPI
• Video Input: Supports multiple camera inputs (44 lanes or 42 lanes + 2*4 lanes) MIPI CSI-2 and DVP interfaces; 32MP ISP, supports HDR and 3DNR; supports HDMI 2.0 input, up to 4K@60FPS
• High-Speed Interfaces: Supports PCIe 3.0/PCIe 2.0/SATA 3.0/RGMII/TYPE-C/USB 3.1/USB 2.0

#2. Product Overview

The VPC-3588 motherboard is designed for ultra-thin applications with strict material selection and design. It features a compact size and rich interfaces for easy integration into complete systems.

#3. Specifications List

#General Specifications

• Physical Size: 170mm x 170mm x 17mm
• Operating Temperature: -20°C to 70°C
• Operating Humidity: 0% to 95% (non-condensing)

#CPU

• Model: RK3588
• Cores: 8 cores (4 Cortex-A76 + 4 Cortex-A55)
• Max Frequency: 2.4GHz

#Memory

• Type: LPDDR4
• Capacity Options: 2GB (expandable to 32GB)

#Storage

• Default Storage: 16GB eMMC NAND (expandable up to 128GB)
• SATA Interfaces: 4 standard SATA 3.0 hard disk interfaces (with power supply pins)
• mSATA Interface: 1 industry-standard mSATA module interface

#Video Output

• HDMI Output: 1 HDMI 2.1 standard output (up to 8K)
• HDMI Input: 1 HDMI 2.0/1.4b input (up to 2160p@60Hz)
• VGA Output: Standard DB-15 VGA output (up to 1080P)
• LVDS Interface: 30-pin dual LVDS interface (supports up to 1080P)
• EDP Interface: 20-pin EDP interface (supports up to 4K@60Hz)

#USB Interfaces

• USB 3.0: 4 external USB 3.0 ports (3 Host + 1 OTG)
• USB 2.0: 7 internal USB 2.0 headers (6 Hub + 1 Host)
• USB 3.0 Type A: 3 USB 3.0 Type A sockets

#Serial Communication

• TTL/RS-232/RS-485 Ports: 1 TTL, 2 TTL/RS-232/RS-485 compatible, 2 TTL/RS-232 compatible, 4 extensions
• CAN Bus Interfaces: 2 CAN pin headers for CAN bus peripherals

#Audio

• Audio Output: Dual audio amplifier output (6W @ 8 Ohm)
• Headphone Output: Stereo headphone output
• Microphone Input: Differential MIC input

#Networking

• Ethernet: 1 Gigabit Ethernet RJ45 port + 4-pin PoE header
• Wi-Fi: Built-in high-performance SDIO interface for Wi-Fi 6 module
• Bluetooth: Built-in high-performance Bluetooth module (supports up to BT 5.0)

#GPIO and I2C

• GPIO: Up to 8 GPIO signals for buttons and/or 3.3V input/output
• I2C Interface: I2C pin header for I2C devices

#Power Supply

• Input Voltage: DC 12V (supports 9-15V)
• Fan Headers: SYS fan power header and CPU fan power header

#Additional Features

• Real-Time Clock: Ultra-low-power RTC circuit with CR1220 battery
• Tamper Control: 1 tamper control port
• LED Indicators: Red standby and green working indicators

#4. Interface Definitions

#Power Interfaces

• DC-12V Socket: For power input
• SATA Power Supply Headers: For SATA drives

#Data Interfaces

• HDMI Output/Input: For video output/input
• VGA Output: For connecting VGA monitors
• LVDS/EDP Interfaces: For connecting LCD panels

#USB Interfaces

• USB 3.0/2.0 Ports: For connecting USB devices

#Serial Interfaces

• TTL/RS-232/RS-485 Ports: For serial communication

#Expansion Slots

• PCIe x4 Slot: For graphics cards or other PCIe devices

#5. Compatible Peripherals

The VPC-3588 motherboard supports a wide range of peripherals, including:

• Storage Devices: mSATA SSDs, SATA HDDs/SSDs
• Graphics Cards: PCIe x4 compatible graphics cards
• Networking Devices: Ethernet cards, Wi-Fi modules
• Audio Devices: Sound cards, microphones, speakers
• Display Devices: HDMI displays, VGA monitors, LVDS/EDP panels
• Input Devices: Keyboards, mice, touchscreens
• Serial Communication Devices: Various serial devices, CAN bus peripherals
• USB Devices: USB hubs, external storage
• Power Over Ethernet (PoE) Devices: Devices that support PoE