In 2013, our company will regularly hold product introduction seminars as a venue for customers to deepen their understanding of our products while actually viewing them. In this seminar, we will demonstrate the "Matrox Mura MPX," a multi-monitor compatible input/output board, and the AVS series video wall controller that achieves a video wall with a single unit equipped with dedicated software, as well as introduce our product lineup. This seminar is recommended for system integrators and retailers interested in solutions for digital signage, events, logistics, and broadcasting. ■ Date and Time: February 1, 2013 (Friday) 14:00 - 17:00 (Doors open at 13:30) ■ Location: Advantech Co., Ltd., 5th Floor, Seminar Room For more details, please visit: http://www.advantech.co.jp/news/mail/2013Event/0201VideoWall.html

With Advantech's industrial motherboards, you can achieve long-term supply, high cost performance, strict revision control, and high reliability. It is possible to upgrade performance by utilizing existing software assets and hardware such as expansion cards. In this news, we will introduce recommended products for upgrading industrial ATX motherboards. Why not take this opportunity to upgrade your current system?

Attention customers who find standard I/O specifications insufficient! We introduce a new single-board computer that allows you to add custom I/O to enhance your product competitiveness.

Don't you think industrial PCs are large, heavy, and noisy? There are compact, lightweight, and quiet PC systems available. This time, we will introduce the internal structure of a fanless PC that we actually disassembled, as well as examples of applications that are ideal for using a fanless PC. For more details, click here: http://www.advantech.co.jp/news/mail/120229GUIDE/index.htm

Recently, with the spread of smartphones, touch panel operation has become more familiar. Additionally, Windows 7 has also started to standardly support touch panel interfaces in its operating system, accelerating its adoption as a common user interface. Why not introduce a touch panel PC and achieve simple and intuitive operation? For more details, visit here: http://www.advantech.co.jp/news/mail/120215GUIDE/index.htm

A sushi restaurant where the chef stands in front of the counter, takes customers' orders, and prepares sushi. Let's consider the effects of IT systems, including the touch panel introduced in this artisan-oriented workplace.

Live chat is a new service that allows you to have real-time conversations with our sales and support teams through a chat screen. You can quickly obtain information you want to know right away or information you are a little curious about. Additionally, unlike phone calls, logs are kept, making it very convenient for later reference. For more details, click here: ⇒ http://www.advantech.co.jp/news/mail/120201contact/index.htm

What is a vending machine that never runs out of stock!? The secret lies in ideas that utilize IT. For more details, click here: ⇒ http://www.advantech.co.jp/news/mail/120201COLUMN/index.htm

Advantech will guide you on the selection points for industrial PC system products. Exactly 30 years ago, in 1982, the first industrial PC was released in Japan. Since then, industrial PCs in Japan have continued to develop up to the present day. Nowadays, systems that include new applications such as sequence control and measurement instruments are not uncommon. Industrial PCs have become indispensable and essential for measurement and control. By the way, to choose the appropriate product from a wide range of options, it is necessary to identify the technical selection factors from the required specifications and to determine the product specifications without any omissions. This time, we will explain the process of selecting the appropriate system product. For more details, visit here: http://www.advantech.co.jp/news/mail/120124GUIDE/index.htm

Our SOM-7562 (COM-Express Mini CPU module), MIO-5270 (MI/O-Compact Extension SBC), MIO-2260 (MI/O-Ultra Extension SBC), PCM-3363 (PCI-104 CPU module), and AIMB-213 (Mini-ITX motherboard) have each been recognized with the "2012 Taiwan Excellence Award."

Advantech provides a comprehensive range of automation-related products, including PC-based controllers, HMIs, and industrial Ethernet products. With unique proposals such as remote access, automatic monitoring, web access, and integration of internal and external business systems, Advantech significantly contributes to improving efficiency and reducing costs in Japanese manufacturing sites. Request the 2010 edition comprehensive catalog now and receive a Keshipon (personal information protection stamp) by answering our survey! ■ For campaign details, click here http://www.advantech.co.jp/news/mail/100616_system/index.htm

Advantech offers a wide range of single board computer products with compact form factors, low power consumption, fanless designs, Atom, LX800, and SoC solutions. The low power fanless design enhances system reliability while reducing component failures and maintenance. The small size, rich features, and power-efficient design can meet the demands of various embedded applications, including transportation, monitoring, medical, and outdoor applications. Details http://www.advantech.co.jp/news/mail/091209ECG/AdvantechSmallFormFactors.html

Advantech Co., Ltd. (Chiyoda-ku, Tokyo / President: Liu Kezhen, hereinafter referred to as Advantech) has recently published a case study on the implementation of the single board computer "PCM-3353," which has been adopted by ZMP Inc., on its official website. For more details, please visit the URL below: http://www.advantech.co.jp/ePlatform/Single-board-computer/applications.aspx?doc_id={643A9218-7A78-4048-8E2F-9A5935B31D0

In recent years, digital signage has gained attention as an effective targeted advertising tool. However, many people may have hesitated to implement it due to the high initial and operational costs, as well as the need for dedicated content managers. In response, Advantech has prepared a digital signage system that can be implemented starting from 49,800 yen per unit. With Advantech's digital signage, you can easily implement it with low initial and operational costs. For more details, please visit the URL below. http://www.advantech.co.jp/news/mail/090618SAG/dsa.asp

Advantech's PCE-5020 is a low-cost System Host Board (SHB) compliant with the PICMG 1.3 standard, designed to meet user demands for affordable products. It supports 533/800/1066 MHz PSB and the latest low-power 45nm generation processors, accommodating a wide range of processors including LGA775 Intel(R) Core(TM) 2 Duo / Pentium(R) Dual-Core / Pentium(R) 4 / Celeron(R). While standard CPU boards typically support 2 COM ports, the PCE-5020 also offers a 4 COM model. Additionally, for applications requiring dual displays, image capture, or high-speed 3D rendering, users can enhance functionality by adding a PCI Express 16X graphics card if the integrated graphics capabilities of the chipset are insufficient. Furthermore, it supports a variety of backplanes, chassis, devices, operating systems, and peripherals, allowing it to meet diverse needs.

The Advantech SOM-6760 is a COM Micro type computer-on-module equipped with an energy-efficient Intel(R) Atom(TM) processor and Intel(R) System Controller Hub US15W chipset. It has the same bus pin assignment as the next-generation standard COM Express, allowing for the construction of board systems using a carrier board, thereby reducing development time and costs. It supports PCI Express 1x x1, PCI bus x3, and screen outputs including LVDS LCD output and analog RGB output, as well as SDIO, allowing for the use of SD memory cards and SDIO cards. For more details, please refer to the attached PDF file (data sheet).

The ARK-3420, with a compact body measuring 220x102.5x200mm (WxHxD), is a fanless embedded PC equipped with an Intel(R) Core(TM) 2 Duo processor. It can accommodate two 2.5-inch SATA HDDs and one CF, and supports independent dual-screen display, making it suitable for applications such as KIOSK terminals, POS terminals, and data collection or monitoring on factory production lines. - CPU: Equipped with Intel(R) Core(TM) 2 Duo processor (up to 1.6 GHz) - Flexible expansion slots: Comes with 2 standard PCI slots, also compatible with PCIex4 and x1 lanes (case-by-case support) - High maintainability storage access door: Easy to detach SATAx2, HDD bay, and CF socket - Rich I/O! Easy connection with various devices via 4 serial ports, 2 GbE, eSATA, and 6 USB 2.0 ports - Equipped with 6 assignable function keys - Supports independent dual-screen display (VGA + DVI / VGA + LVDS / DVI + LVDS) - Excellent graphics: Intel(R) GME965 chipset - Equipped with an overheat alarm

The PPC-125T is a 12-inch touch panel computer equipped with an Intel(R) Core(TM) 2 Duo. It offers a variety of options, allowing for flexible system configuration. It is ideal for applications such as monitor and process control devices, HMI, POI, and industrial equipment. Main Features: CPU: High-performance Intel(R) Core(TM) 2 Duo or Celeron(R) M options available Fanless specification supported (model with Celeron(R) M 1.06G) Touch panel type: Analog resistive, capacitive, ultrasonic Screen resolution: SVGA (800×600) (XGA (1024×768) available for projects) Expandable with optional kit: PCI Express x1×1 or PCI slot×1 Various mounting methods: Stand, wall mount, arm Storage: Bootable embedded OS from HDD or CF

Advantech's AIMB-210 is a Mini-ITX motherboard equipped with an Intel(R) Atom(TM) processor. It has a low power consumption of less than 15W, eliminating the need for a CPU fan, resulting in low noise and strong resistance to dust and dirt. Additionally, it supports a variety of I/O expansions, is compatible with dual displays, and is ideal for applications such as POI/POS, kiosks, digital signage, and medical uses. ■ Key Features - CPU: Intel(R) Atom(TM) N270 1.6GHz - Chipset: Intel(R) 945GSE / ICH7M - Memory: 200-pin DDR2 SODIMM x1, maximum 2 GB - Video Output: VGA + LVDS1, VGA + TV-Out, LVDS1 + TV-Out, LVDS2 + LVDS2 (optional) - I/O: Dual GbE LAN, Serial x6, USB x8, Parallel x1 (internal header pin) - Storage: IDE x1, Serial ATA x2, CF x1 - Expandability: PCI x1, GPIO 16 bit

Advantech Co., Ltd. (Chiyoda-ku, Tokyo / President: Liu Kezhen, hereinafter referred to as Advantech) has announced the launch of the fanless 5.25-inch single board computer "PCM-9588" equipped with Intel(R) Celeron(R) M. The PCM-9588 is a fanless design 5.25-inch single board computer (SBC) that is ideal for embedded applications such as compact embedded PCs, panel computers, kiosk terminals, distribution terminals, and various FA controls. Main Features: CPU: Intel(R) Celeron(R) M 600MHz/1GHz Chipset: Intel(R) 910GMLE + ICH6M Memory: 200-pin SODIMM, up to 2GB Supports independent dual-screen display (CRT + LVDS / DVI + LVDS / DVI + CRT / CRT + TTL) Capable of booting embedded OS. Equipped with Serial ATA (150) x2, CompactFlash I/II Expandability: PC/104 Plus x1 Rich I/O: Serial ports x6 (RS-232 x4, RS-232/422/485 x2), USB 2.0 x6, LPT, Keyboard x1, Mouse x1

Advantech Co., Ltd. (Chiyoda-ku, Tokyo / President: Liu Kezhen, hereinafter referred to as Advantech) has announced the launch of the PCI half-size single board computer "PCI-6873" equipped with an AMD Geode(TM) LX800 500MHz. The Advantech PCI-6873 is a PCI half-size single board computer (SBC, slot CPU board) featuring the AMD Geode(TM) LX800 at 500MHz. It can be combined with various backplanes provided by our company to build systems incorporating expansion cards for image processing, motion control, DI/DO boards, and more. ■ Main Features - CPU: Equipped with AMD Geode(TM) LX800 500MHz - Memory: 256MB onboard or SODIMM x1 - Supports dual display: CRT + LVDS / CRT + TTL - Rich I/O: Easy connection with various devices via 4 serial ports, 1 parallel port, 4 USB ports, 1 keyboard port, and 1 FDD - Booting of embedded OS from CompactFlash is also possible.

The Advantech PCM-3342 is a single board computer (SBC) in the size of a 3.5-inch FDD. The Advantech EVA-X4150 is equipped with a SoC that integrates an x86 core equivalent to Intel(R) 486SX (*1) and peripheral components. It achieves fanless operation in environments ranging from 0 to 60°C, making it adaptable to stringent requirements such as applications with space and noise constraints. It features 64MB of onboard SDRAM memory and an SMI 712 PCI graphics controller, supporting TTL LCD output. For I/O, it includes two USB 2.0 ports and four COM ports (three RS-232 and one RS-232/422/485), enabling connection and control of various peripherals through the PC/104 expansion bus. *1: It does not have a built-in FPU. ◆ Product page (data sheets, images, etc. can be downloaded) http://www.advantech.co.jp/news/mail/products-tr/PCM-3342.html