Thin HMI Systems feature displays up to 15 in.
Press Release Summary:
Using ETX modules, M@C150 Micro Clients provide optimized graphics, intuitive GUIs, and touch screen operation. RoHS-compliant units are scalable in processor performance to suit individual requirements and applications. Systems include one RS232 port and option of RS422/RS485, 2 USB ports, and LAN for connection of peripheral devices. Micro clients can also be equipped with CAN interfaces and battery-buffered SRAM. All are IP65-protected on front side.
Original Press Release:
Streamlined and Competitive: Kontron's Micro Client M@C150 Breaks through the 15
Thin HMI-IPC
Eching, 18.09.2006 - With the M@C150 Micro Client, Kontron expands its product range of thin Human-Machine Interfaces (HMIs) to include larger displays, now up to 15". OEMs profit from HMI clients that are substantially thinner and thus less expensive than fully-fledged IPCs, but still offer sophisticated graphics, intuitive GUIs and touch screen operation. Thanks to the use of ETX modules, the new RoHS-compliant M@C150 Micro Clients are scalable in processor performance to suit individual requirements and a variety of applications. Whether as a thin client, Web client, user terminal or as controller a wide variety of requirements can be realized quickly and inexpensively using these thin HMI systems.
A multitude of standard protocols such as http, XML and RDP have already been implemented. Additional functionality, such as Java Runtime Environment (JRE) and a browser that is started in KIOSK mode in order to display Java applets, have already been planned. By default, the Windows CE.net, Windows XP embedded and Embedded Linux operating systems are available running on non-volatile and so particularly robust Compact Flash cards. Customization and expansion of the software support package is possible through Kontron's own software developers.
1xRS232 and the option of RS422/RS485, 2xUSB and LAN are available for the connection of peripheral devices or for servicing. If required, the micro clients can also be equipped with CAN interfaces and battery-buffered SRAM.
All the micro clients in the new M@C product line are IP65-protected on the front side. The installation depth for each display size is only about 50 mm, thanks to their passive cooling concept. The input voltage for industrial or machine-internal power supply systems is designed for 24 V DC. Shock, vibration and temperature resistance as well as fulfilment of the most stringent EMC requirements round out the feature set of the new micro clients.
In machine and plant construction there is a demand for long product lifecycles; Kontron is answering this demand by offering at least five years availability for the new micro clients.. Other possible areas in which the micro clients might be used include building control, automotive, and medical technology and transportation.
Web trends
The use of micro clients / thin clients as Web-based indicator and user panels, with all applications running on a central Web server, is particularly low-maintenance and at the same time allows a highly flexible use of these systems. The advantages of this thin client architecture include centralized administration and software maintenance, maximum data security through centralized data storage and backup, and high reliability and availability (high MTBF values) through the elimination of rotating mass storage devices and fans, which reduces the total cost of ownership to a minimum.
About Kontron
Kontron is a worldwide leading producer of embedded computer technology and rugged solutions for mobile use. It supplies leading OEMs, system integrators, and application providers in various market segments, such as telecommunications, automation, measurement and control technology, transportation, gaming and entertainment, medical and military technologies, aerospace, and energy. The company helps its customers considerably reduce their time-to-market and gain a competitive advantage with products including: high-performance open computer platforms and systems, single board computers, human-machine interfaces, and mobile rugged computers. Kontron employs more than 2,300 people worldwide and has manufacturing facilities in Europe, North America, and the Asia-Pacific region. The company is listed on the German TecDAX 30 stock exchange under the symbol "KBC." Kontron is a premier member in the Intel® Communications Alliance which means earliest access to leading-edge Intel technologies and privileged engineering support. For additional information on Kontron, please visit the company's Web site: www.kontron.de.
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Product management:
Werner Schmidt
Product Manager
Kontron Embedded Computers GmbH
Werner-von-Siemens-Strasse 1
93426 Roding
Germany
Phone: +49 (9461) 950-196
Fax: +49 (9461) 950-100
werner.schmidt@kontron.com
