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        Panel PC runs Windows Embedded on EPIC SBCs

        Doug | Date: Feb 1, 2007 | Comments: 1



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        Ampro has expanded its line of industrial panel PCs with a 10-inch LCD model. The PowerPanel 10 supports both Windows CE and Windows XP Embedded targets a broad range of applications such as digital signage, medical equipment, and human-machine interfaces (HMIs), according to the company.




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        The ReadyPanel 10, like its predecessor the ReadyPanel 6.5, is designed around Ampro's family of ReadyBoard EPIC form-factor SBCs (single-board computers) based on Intel processors. This offers scalable performance with processor speeds ranging from 500 MHz for fanless operation to 1.4 GHz with the Pentium M processor, according to Ampro. The boards can be configured with up to 1 GB of DRAM.

        Rear panel view
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        Ampro lists the following key features and specifications for the ReadyPanel 10:
        • Processor -- Celeron M or Pentium M from 500 MHz to 1.4 GHz
        • Memory -- 256, 512, or 1024 MB DRAM
        • Storage -- externally accessible 128MB CompactFlash slot
        • Display:
          • 10.4-inch NEC TFT LCD
          • 1024 x 768, 18-bit color
          • 8-wire resistive touchscreen
        • I/O ports:
          • 2 10/100 Ethernet or 1 10/100 and 1 GB
          • 3 USB, type B connectors
          • 3 RS232 on DB9 connectors
          • AC97 audio -- line in, line out, mic in
          • PS/2 keyboard and mouse (shared)
          • 15-pin VGA connector
          • CANbus option
        • 12v and 24v DC power input
        • Dimensions -- 11 x 8.5 x 5.5 inches (279.4 x 215.9 x 127 mm)
        In addition to supporting Windows CE and Windows XP Embedded, the ReadyPanel panel PCs are also available with a pre-installed embedded Linux distribution, Ampro says.



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