video recorder. The device is based on an Intel XScale IXP425 network processor running Windows CE .NET 4.2, and offers a broad range of connectivity options including 802.11a, 802.11b, 802.11g, Bluetooth, and Ethernet.
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AboCom says its HA2500 Multimedia Gateway incorporates four major functions:
- Real-time video broadcasting
- Supports analog to digital encoding and broadcasting of MPEG 1/2/4 format
- Multicasting through Ethernet and WiFi
- Residential Gateway
- SOHO Router.
- IP sharing and network security with NAT
- Network protection through VPN and firewall
- Wireless Access Point
- Web browser based configuration utility
- 128-bit WEP encryption
- MAC address filtering
- AP visibility modes
- Static IP address or DHCP
- Automatic device discovery
- Personal Video Recorder
- Works with cable, digital cable, satellite, antenna, and more
- Automatic digital recording and time shifting with built-in HDD
Key specifications, according to AboCom, include:
- Processor: 266MHz Intel IPX425 XScale processor
- Memory: 32MB SDRAM, 8MB/16MB Flash
- Operating System: Microsoft Windows CE .NET ver. 4.2
- Communication: 802.11g mini PCI WLAN module with built-in antenna
- Streaming Protocol: TCP/IP control (Abocom proprietary), multicast/unicast UDP
- Other communications protocols: NAT, PPPoE, HTTP, DHCP, TCP/IP, PPTP, VPN
- Storage (reserved): IDE interfaces for 2.5-in. hard drive and CD-ROM
- I/O Ports:
- RF jack for cable TV in
- Audio and video in (RCA jacks)
- Audio and video out (RCA jacks)
- S-video in and out
- Four RJ45 LAN ports
- One RJ45 WAN port
- One IR blaster
- Power requirement: 5 VDC, 12 watts
- Dimensions: 11.8 x 7.1 x 2.5 in. (300 x 180 x 62.5 mm)
