Single Board Computer supports intelligent displays.
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Based on 1.33 GHz Intel® Atom(TM) Z520PT processor, Model SC21 is suited for controlling 10.4 in. or bigger LVDS displays with resolution up to 1,366 x 768 pixels. Fanless unit features PSU with input range of 8-36 V, 1 GB DDR2 SDRAM, and ability to connect additional microSD card and/or SATA hard disk. Standard I/O includes 2 USB ports, 5 binary inputs, and 2 Fast Ethernet. For wireless functions, MiniPCI Express card slot with SIM card slot can be connected to external antenna.
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Intel® Atom(TM) Platform for Intelligent Displays
Nuremberg, Germany - The railway and mobile markets with their wide range of different segments and requirements are the focus markets of MEN Mikro Elektronik. In order to meet all requirements of the field of display applications, MEN now presents the SC21 - its first robust single-board computer for intelligent displays - as a complement to its existing complete display solutions.
Robust Base for Intelligent Displays
The SC21 is a single-board computer for intelligent display solutions in mobile applications. It was developed for fanless and maintenance-free operation as an infotainment computer or in the driver's cabin of trains, buses or trams. The SBC is perfectly suited for controlling LVDS displays with a resolution of up to 1366x768 pixels. The compact dimensions of the assembly permit to use 10.4" or bigger displays for integration into a vehicle seat or for display and operation in construction vehicles, agricultural vehicles and other utility or special vehicles.
The Intel Atom XL processor Z520PT offers a frequency of up to 1.33 GHz with a power dissipation of max. 8 watts. This makes it possible to realize a complete display computer based on the SC21 for operating temperatures from -40 to +70°C (or +85°C for 10 minutes). 1 GB DDR2 SDRAM and the possibility to connect an additional microSD card and/or SATA hard disk make the SC21's memory configuration very flexible.
The standard I/O includes two USB ports, five binary inputs and two Fast Ethernet (via RJ45). The switch functionality of the Ethernet switches enables a series connection of several displays. In addition, a temperature sensor monitors the display.
All interfaces except the LVDS signals and the brightness control are placed on a customizable I/O adapter PCB which is also equipped with a USB-driven 5-pin connector for realizing the touch functionality.
A MiniPCI Express card slot with a SIM card slot can be connected to an external antenna for offering wireless functions like WIFI, WIMAX, GSM/GPRS and UMTS.
Additional assembly options of the SC21 include different versions of the Intel Atom processor, a brightness sensor for controlling the display, serial interfaces via SA-Adapters, HD Audio via D-Sub connectors and LVDS for connecting a second display optionally showing the same or different content.
The single-board computer is equipped with a wide-range PSU with an input range of 8 to 36 volts. When used with an optional external PSU the SC21 meets the requirements of the railway standard EN 50155. All components are soldered against shock and vibration and coated for protection against humidity. The minimum availability of this board is five years.
MEN Mikro Elektronik - Profile and Mission
Embedded Solutions - Rugged Computer Boards and Systems for Harsh, Mobile and Mission-Critical Environments
Since its foundation in 1982 our company designs and manufactures failure-safe computer boards and systems for extreme environmental conditions in industrial and safety-critical embedded applications.
With over 200 employees and subsidiaries in France and the USA we have an annual revenue of around 30 million Euros with an export share of about 50%. Customized solutions make for more than half of our revenue. In addition the standard product range includes far more than 100 different computer boards with Intel® and PowerPC® with the corresponding BIOS, BSP and driver software, manifold I/O boards and completely configured systems based on:
The consistent use of FPGA technology gives us high flexibility when configuring customized and standard products.
Our products are used worldwide as control, measuring, and test or simulation computers in all kinds of embedded applications. These are extremely safety-critical mobile markets like railway, buses, agricultural machines, commercial vehicles, avionics and shipbuilding as well as other mission-critical applications. Computer systems in such applications are in operation up to 24 hours every day and often need to be available for 10 years and longer. Ideally no failures must occur to avoid costly downtimes of machines or danger to human life.
We are certified to EN 9100:2003 (aerospace), IRIS (railway), ISO 9001:2000 (quality management) and ISO 14001:2005 (environmental management) in order to meet the severe quality requirements in critical applications and to offer our customers the highest quality in products and services while considering environmental protection and occupational safety on the basis of a recognized quality management system.
Our aim is to constantly improve and to provide the highest technology and innovation level. Our business ethics is determined by the principles of the United Nations' Global Compact Initiative (human rights, labour, environment and anti-corruption).
