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Embedded Computing and Control
News Release from: BVM | Subject: LS-371
Edited by the Electronicstalk Editorial
Team on 05 January 2007
3.5in miniboard runs up to Core 2 Duo
BVM has released its next generation of energy-efficient, 3.5in miniboard form-factor mobile motherboards or single board computers (SBCs).
BVM has released its next generation of energy-efficient, 3.5in miniboard form-factor mobile motherboards or single board computers (SBCs) It is populated by the latest Mobile Intel 945GM ICH7M chipset, and includes a socket to accommodate the designer's choice of processor, from the Intel Core 2 Duo, Core Duo, Core Solo range
This article was originally published on Electronicstalk on 9 Jul 2008 at 8.00am (UK)
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High-performance 5.25in form factor module has impressive onboard I/O, enabling direct interface with all peripherals without the need for additional hardware.
It addresses the requirements of a wide range of embedded mobile performance applications such as graphics-intensive displays, global positioning system (GPS) navigation and digital video recording (DVR).
The LS-371 Core 2 Duo embedded miniboard features a 667MHz front-side bus and support for up to 2Gbyte of dual-channel DDR2 memory.
The new graphics core supports dual independent display, enhanced modes for wide-screen flat panels, and optimised 3D.
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Embedded PC is small, cool and silent
Small size and low power consumption makes it suitable for protocol convertors, machine controllers and other applications where raw computing power is not the primary requirement.
SBC takes on graphics intensive applications
MicroATX-format embedded board promises excellent performance per watt, is I/O-rich offers outstanding 3D graphics performance, impressive I/O bandwidth and outstanding reliability.
Embedded platforms based on the Intel 945GM chipset can deliver an intense, realistic visual experience without requiring a separate graphics card.
Expansion is available via one Mini-PCI slot for a wireless or other addon card/module, like the MP-954GPS (for GPS functionality) or the MP-878D for video capture functionality (to IEEE1394).
An UltraATA100.EIDE controller and dual port SATA controller are provided onboard and the CompactFlash and FDD interfaces provide removable storage attachment.
The embedded market segment is growing and fragmenting to address divergent market needs, creating a multiplicity of form-factors.
The area (164cm2) of the 3.5in miniboard form-factor positions the LS-371 in the middle of the embedded computing small form factor (ECSFF) subsegment (up to 300cm2).
It measures 146.5 x 112mm.
One of the key features of the Embedded Intel Architecture, Intel Advanced Digital Media Boost, accelerates a broad range of applications, including video, speech and image, photo processing and encryption.
It supports high quality audio and Dolby noise reduction applications.
Graphics core speed up to 250MHz provides a wealth of options for using high-resolution displays.
The integrated display controller provides resolution options up to 2048 x 1536 (75Hz refresh frequency) for both analogue and digital displays, and support for multiple interface types (LVDS, DVI-I, DVI-D, HDTV, TV-out, CRT) with HDTV 720p and 1080i display resolution support.
The LS-371 has a gigabit LAN port, four USB 2.0 ports, and two serial ports, configurable as RS232/422/485.
The board is equipped with a 4-pin DIN power-inlet connector, operates from 8 to 21V DC, and is ideally suited to mobile applications.
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