AP-AR1DS02 (RK3576)
Same chassis and I/O, with a ~6.0 TOPS NPU for heavier edge inference. Choose this when the RK3568’s 1.0 TOPS isn’t enough but you don’t need flagship compute.
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AP-AR1DS01 | Low-Power RK3568 Industrial Panel PC
The Legacy HMI Replacement Standard: Low-Power Rockchip RK3568 Platform with Modular Two-Piece Architecture
Operator-facing HMI with embedded Linux or Android support
One hardware platform, multiple display form factors
Designed for cost-effective industrial visualization
Cost-Effective Embedded Visualization: Quad-Core RK3568 Platform
The AP-AR1DS01 is built on the Rockchip RK3568 quad-core ARM platform, designed for embedded HMI, visualization, and light data processing tasks. This industrial panel PC runs Android 12 or Linux distributions (Ubuntu 22.04 / Debian 11), making it ideal for custom HMI frameworks and embedded UI development. The integrated 1.0 TOPS NPU enables basic on-device AI tasks such as object detection and image classification. With fanless aluminum construction, IP65-rated front bezel, and wide 9–36V DC input, this platform serves as a cost-effective operator interface for machine panels and control enclosures requiring stable ARM-based computing.
AP-AR1DS01 Modular Display Sizes & Mechanical cutouts (10.1″ to 21.5″)
Select a display size to view mechanical and display specifications. All sizes share the same ARM / RK3568 hardware platform with 10-point projected-capacitive touchscreen.
| Display Size | 10.1″ |
| Resolution | 1280 × 800 |
| Brightness | 400 nits |
| Aspect Ratio | 16:10 |
| Touch Type | 10-Points capacitive touch |
| Panel Cutout | 243 × 170 mm |
| Mechanical Size | 268 × 195 × 55 mm |
| Ordering Code | AP-AR1DS01 |
Edge AI Capability: 1.0 TOPS NPU
NPU Specifications
- Performance: 1.0 TOPS (INT8)
- Architecture: Optimized for RKNN Toolkit
- Framework Support: TensorFlow, PyTorch, Caffe (via RKNN)
- Task Focus: Lightweight inference only
Ideal Application Scenarios
The integrated NPU is optimized for lightweight edge inference tasks. It is ideal for:
- Industrial safety compliance (e.g., personnel presence detection)
- Surface defect classification on production lines
- Basic gesture/motion recognition for HMI interaction
Engineering Note: This platform is designed for low-power edge tasks. It is not suitable for large-scale LLMs or high-compute generative AI applications.
Unified RK3568 Motherboard Architecture for Legacy HMI Replacement
All display size variants share identical compute and I/O capabilities. The Rockchip RK3568 platform ensures consistent performance, software compatibility, and maintenance across your HMI deployment—regardless of the display size selected.
Rockchip RK3568
Quad-Core Cortex-A55 @ 2.0GHz
1.0 TOPS NPU
Basic on-device AI inference
Unified I/O
Same interfaces across all sizes
Same Software Stack
Android 12 / Ubuntu / Debian
Industrial Hardware Specifications & Low-Power Reliability Highlights
Low-Power Quad-Core Cortex-A55 Processing Architecture
Rockchip RK3568 quad-core ARM Cortex-A55 @ 2.0GHz
1.0 TOPS NPU Co-Processor for Light Edge Inference
1.0 TOPS NPU for basic on-device AI inference
Capacitive Multi-Touch with 6H Surface Hardness Front Panel
10-point capacitive touchscreen, ≥6H hardness
IP65-Rated Dust-Tight & Water-Resistant Front Bezel Design
Dust and water resistant front bezel
Passive Thermal Design & Fanless Aluminum Alloy Unibody
Aluminum alloy construction, silent operation
Wide 9–36V DC Power Input for Fluctuating Factory Grids
9–36V DC with industrial power interfaces
AP-AR1DS01 Technical Specifications (Key Components & Interfaces)
This overview supports early-stage HMI system verification. For full electrical, mechanical, and environmental specifications, please refer to the datasheet.
| Processor | Rockchip RK3568, Quad-Core Cortex-A55 @ 2.0GHz |
| GPU | Mali-G52 |
| NPU | 1.0 TOPS |
| Memory | On-board 4GB DDR4 (up to 8GB) |
| Storage | 32GB eMMC (64GB / 128GB options) |
| Touchscreen | 10-point capacitive, ≥6H surface hardness |
| Ethernet | 2× Gigabit LAN (10/100/1000) |
| Serial | 1× RS232, 1× RS485 |
| USB | 2× USB 2.0, 1× USB 3.0 |
| Display Output | HDMI 2.0 (4K@60Hz) |
| Wireless | M.2 E-Key (Wi-Fi), M.2 B-Key (4G/5G) + Slim slot |
| Power Input | DC 9–36V, Phoenix terminal, Remote On/Off |
Embedded OS Deployment: Android 12, Linux Distribution & Light AI Stack
The AP-AR1DS01 natively supports Android 12 and Linux distributions (Ubuntu 22.04, Debian 11), making it ideal for custom HMI frameworks and embedded UI development with basic on-device AI capability.
Embedded Software BSP Distributions (Android / Ubuntu / Debian)
Native support for embedded HMI applications
Android 12 Ubuntu 22.04 and Debian 11 with full BSP
Native SDK Availability for Custom Application Development
Optional SDK for custom development
Tailored environments for OEM projects
Deployment Engineering: Mechanical Mounting & System Reliability
Engineered for demanding industrial environments where reliability is critical. The IP65-rated front panel and fanless design ensure consistent performance as an operator interface.
Flexible Mounting Frameworks (Panel Mount / VESA / Open-Frame)
Flexible Mounting Frameworks for Machine Enclosures
Extended Operating Thermal Window (-10°C to +60°C Evaluation)
Wide operating temperature range
Watchdog Timer, Hardware RTC & Supercapacitor Power Protection
Continuous industrial operation
AP-AR1DS01 System Ordering Codes & Suffix Guide
Display size suffix defines mechanical dimensions only. Core hardware platform and I/O remain unchanged.
| Ordering Code | Display Size | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| AP-AR1DS01 | 10.1″ | Compact embedded HMI |
| AP-AR2DS01 | 12.1″ | Compact machine panels |
| AP-AR3DS01 | 15.0″ | Legacy 4:3 HMI replacement |
| AP-AR4DS01 | 15.6″ | Standard operator HMI |
| AP-AR5DS01 | 17.0″ | Industrial 5:4 display |
| AP-AR6DS01 | 17.3″ | Large interface panels |
| AP-AR7DS01 | 19.0″ | Extended 5:4 display |
| AP-AR8DS01 | 21.5″ | Information-dense dashboards |
Display size suffix defines mechanical dimensions only. Core hardware platform and I/O remain unchanged.
OEM & Customization Support
Comprehensive OEM support with hardware scalability, OS customization, and long lifecycle availability for industrial HMI projects.
RAM configurations: 4GB to 8GB DDR4
Storage expansion: 32GB to 128GB eMMC
Custom BSP optimization, Android/Linux image signing, and security patching.
Branding and mechanical customization
Long lifecycle availability (10 years)
Strict PCN/EOL management
Developer Ecosystem & Technical Support
OS & BSP
Full BSP support for Android 12, Ubuntu 22.04, and Debian 11. We provide pre-compiled, industrial-hardened kernels with validated drivers for quick deployment.
SDK & Integration
We offer comprehensive SDK documentation, source code access, and Docker support for containerized application deployments, reducing your HMI development cycle.
Remote Maintenance
Engineered for remote industrial fleets. Support for OTA (Over-the-Air) updates and hardware watchdog integration to ensure zero-touch system recovery in remote field sites.
AP-AR1DS01 Technical FAQ
Expert engineering answers for system integrators and OEM developers.
Why choose the ARM RK3568 platform over x86 for an HMI?
ARM RK3568 draws far less power than comparable x86, so it runs fully fanless and needs a smaller power supply — lowering BOM cost and heat. For embedded HMI, visualization, and light edge AI it delivers the required performance at a lower system cost and higher reliability than an x86 board.
How do I choose between RK3568, RK3576, and RK3588?
Pick the RK3568 (AP-AR1DS01) for cost-sensitive HMI and light edge AI at 1.0 TOPS. Step up to the RK3576 (AP-AR1DS02) for heavier inference, or the RK3588 (AP-AR1DS03) for top-tier multi-display and demanding AI. All three share the same chassis and I/O layout.
What AI tasks can the 1.0 TOPS NPU handle?
The 1.0 TOPS NPU suits lightweight edge inference such as object detection, simple image classification, and gesture recognition — ideal for on-device safety checks or basic visual inspection without cloud connectivity. It is not intended for large models or generative AI; choose RK3576/RK3588 for heavier workloads.
Is the touchscreen capacitive, and does it work with gloves?
Yes — it is a 10-point projected-capacitive (P-CAP) touchscreen with ≥6H surface hardness, supporting bare fingers and thin gloves. The flat glass is scratch-resistant and tolerates frequent cleaning. For thick industrial gloves or wet-with-debris use, a resistive panel PC such as the AP-AW1G is the better fit.
Which display sizes and resolutions are available?
The series offers 8 sizes from 10.1″ to 21.5″ (AP-AR1DS01 through AP-AR8DS01), spanning 16:10, 4:3, 5:4, and 16:9 panels up to 1920×1080. The base 10.1″ is 1280×800 at 400 nits. All sizes share the identical RK3568 compute platform and I/O.
Do all display sizes use the same motherboard?
Yes. A standardized RK3568 compute module is used across the entire series, so you develop one software image and deploy it on any display size. Validation, drivers, and maintenance stay identical regardless of the panel you choose.
Is the Board Support Package (BSP) fully open for developers?
Yes. BITECH provides a full BSP for Android 12 and Linux (Ubuntu 22.04 / Debian 11), including kernel sources, validated drivers, and patches for custom peripheral integration — plus SDK documentation and Docker support to shorten your HMI development cycle.
How does Android 12 perform in an industrial setting?
Android 12 on RK3568 is hardened for industrial use, with optimized boot times, system-level kiosk mode, and granular peripheral-permission control. That makes it a stable base for modern, gesture-driven HMI/SCADA touch UIs while keeping the device locked down for unattended operation.
Does it support OTA updates and remote fleet management?
Yes. The platform supports OTA (over-the-air) updates and integrates a hardware watchdog for zero-touch recovery, so distributed HMI fleets in remote field sites can be updated and self-healed without a site visit. Custom remote-management hooks are available for OEM deployments.
Are the serial ports galvanically isolated?
All I/O includes surge and ESD protection as standard. For projects that need heavy-duty galvanic isolation to break ground loops in high-noise environments with motors, VFDs, or relay switching, BITECH offers isolated serial as a custom build option.
How reliable is the power input for factory grids?
It accepts a wide DC 9–36V input designed to ride out the voltage fluctuations common on factory grids. Over-voltage, under-voltage, and reverse-polarity protection safeguard the ARM CPU, and a Phoenix terminal with remote on/off supports clean control-cabinet integration.
Can I mount it in a food-processing washdown area?
Yes — the front bezel is IP65-rated, so it is dust-tight and protected against low-pressure water jets. The tempered glass surface withstands frequent wiping with the cleaning agents used in food and pharmaceutical environments, making it suitable for washdown-adjacent lines.
What lifecycle and supply guarantee does BITECH provide?
BITECH guarantees a 5–7 year supply lifecycle for the RK3568 platform. After your validation, a strict BOM freeze ensures batch-to-batch consistency, backed by formal PCN (Product Change Notification) and EOL notices so production is not disrupted by silent component changes.
Does BITECH offer custom bezel or branding?
Yes. BITECH provides full mechanical customization for OEM clients — custom bezel screen printing, unique front-panel shapes, and modified I/O layouts to fit existing cabinets — along with RAM (4–8GB), storage (32–128GB eMMC), and BSP/image-signing customization.
Can I get a sample or a lead-time quote?
Yes. Send your target display size, OS (Android/Linux), RAM/storage, and mounting method, and our engineers will confirm a configuration, sample availability, and lead time — typically within one business day — via the RFQ form.
Spec Your AP-AR1DS01 for Production
Tell us your display size, OS target (Android 12 / Ubuntu / Debian), RAM and storage, and mounting method. Our engineers will confirm the right RK3568 configuration, sample availability, and a 5–7 year lifecycle supply plan for your embedded HMI project — typically within one business day.
- Full BSP for Android 12, Ubuntu 22.04 & Debian 11
- 1.0 TOPS NPU for on-device edge AI
- Formal PCN/EOL notices, 5–7 year lifecycle