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Revitalizing Consumer Experiences with Axiomtek’s 4K Digital Signage Player – DSP500

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Axiomtek – a world-renowned leader relentlessly devoted in the research, development and manufacture of series of innovative and reliable industrial computer products of high efficiency – is pleased to introduce the DSP500, a 4K digital signage player powered by the 9th/8th gen Intel® Core™ i7/i5/i3 or Pentium® processors. With the support of the Intel® Movidius™ Myriad X VPU and Intel® Distribution of OpenVINO™ toolkit, this advanced digital signage player meets the diverse needs of computer vision and AI workloads. In addition, the DSP500 features EDID function and three HDMI 2.0 ports that can easily support diverse advertising content in retail areas. The low-power DSP500 is ideal for multi-display applications, such as video walls, digital menu boards, digital directory boards, and self-service kiosks.

To remain competitive in the market, the versatile and immersive in-store experiences become an indispensable part for retailers. The advanced DSP500 is able to deliver stunningly rich and captivating visuals for enhancing the shopping experience. This latest 4K digital signage player is highly expandable via an internal M.2 interface for integrating the Intel® Movidius™ Myriad X VPU and Intel® Distribution of OpenVINO™ toolkit to develop a real-time promotion system. With the analysis of the gender and age of shoppers as well as using eye tracking to analyze campaigns, the retailers can optimize their overall marketing strategy,” said Yifei Wang, a product manager of the Product PM Division at Axiomtek. “Besides, this signage player supports Axiomtek’s exclusive Intelligent Remote Device Management (RDM) software, which provides a highly efficient and cost-effective solution with comprehensive remote management capabilities.

The DSP500 has two DDR4-2400 SO-DIMM slots for up to 32GB of system memory. It also comes with one M.2 Key M 2280 for SATA and NVMe storage. To meet the requirement of diverse applications, the outstanding media player has a rich I/O connectivity design with four USB 3.1 ports, one Gigabit Ethernet ports, one device management port, one RS-232, one Line-out, one SIM card slot, and four antenna openings. Other features include one power switch, one remote switch, one Clear EDID, and one VDC power input connector. It also has one M.2 Key E 2230 slot and one M.2 Key B for Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, or 4G LTE. The system supports 0°C to 45°C temperatures. This compact system runs on Windows® 10 and Linux. It has been certified with CE and FCC Class A.

Advanced Features:

  • 9th/8th gen Intel® Core™ i7/i5/i3 & Pentium® processor (Coffee Lake)
  • 2 DDR4-2400 SO-DIMM for up to 32GB of memory
  • 3 HDMI 2.0 ports with 4K resolution
  • 4 USB 3.1 and 1 GbE LAN ports
  • 1 M.2 Key E 2230 for Wi-Fi/BT
  • 1 M.2 Key B 3042 for 4G LTE
  • 1 M.2 Key M 2280 for storage
  • Supports camera and multiple display output
  • Supports Intelligent Remote Device Management (RDM) software

The DSP500 is now available for purchase. For more product information or pricing, please visit our global website at www.axiomtek.com or contact one of our sales representatives at info@axiomtek.com.tw.

Low-cost i.MX 8M Mini SBC with Advanced Video and Graphics Capabilities

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MYIR has released a highly-integrated NXP i.MX 8M Mini based single board computer MYS-8MMX, which is capable of running Linux operating system based on Yocto 3.0 or Ubuntu 18.04. Measuring only 95mm by 69mm, the tiny board takes full features of the quad-core ARM Cortex-A53 plus 400MHz Cortex-M4 i.MX 8M Mini processor and integrates 2GB DDR4, 8GB eMMC, USB, Ethernet, Micro SD, M.2, LVDS, Camara, HDMI, WiFi/BT and more other core components and peripheral interfaces to provide a low-power and high-performance solution with advanced video and graphics capabilities for embedded applications in areas of consumer electronics, industrial automation, smart healthcare, security monitoring, etc.

MYIR also provides a high-quality aluminum enclosure to house the MYS-8MMX Single Board Computer, which is called MYS-8MMX Box. Inside of the enclosure, the MYS-8MMX board is installed with a heat-sink. The Box effectively protects against external interference and gives the product a more elegant appearance. This enables the product to be used in various industries and fields.

MYIR offers both industrial and commercial working temperature needs for the board and box to meet customers’ different requirements.

The parts are very economical, pricing at $99/pc only for MYS-8MMQ6-8E2D-180-C.

More information about the product can be found at: http://www.myirtech.com/list.asp?id=654

 

Advantech receives early access to next release of Windows 10 Enterprise

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Advantech, a leading IoT solutions provider and Microsoft EEAP (Ecosystem Engineering Access Program) partner, has received early access to next test release of Windows 10 Enterprise. Microsoft is continuing to push Windows 10 IoT Enterprise forward at a rapid pace, with substantial changes expected toward the second half of 2021, including footprint reduction, silicon support expansion, and the integration of Linux modules. As a key embedded partner of Microsoft, Advantech has early access to the next test release. Advantech is uniquely positioned as the one-stop-shopping partner to provide comprehensive services built around Windows 10 IoT Enterprise to the ecosystem. Those interested in this coming release for industrial computing devices are encouraged to contact Advantech for more details.

Windows 10 IoT Enterprise LTSC releases are long-term supported versions of Windows that are released every two to three years. Users typically receive security-specific updates for 10 years by design. Excluding unnecessary feature updates is critical in many vertical domains because it minimizes the production impact of embedded systems. Since the most recent release for LTSC in 2018, Microsoft has continued to invest in expanding the capabilities of Windows 10 IoT Enterprise.

Reducing Footprint  

Windows 10 IoT Enterprise unleashes the full power of Windows 10 Enterprise for use in vertical-specific embedded systems, such as those used in kiosks, retail POS systems, smart gateways, robotics, and many other types of devices. Microsoft continues to enhance its features and help OEMs with optimizing embedded IoT image and footprint needs. In a nutshell, Windows 10 IoT Enterprise strikes an elegant balance between having a lightweight image and small footprint with powerful Windows capabilities.

NXP i.MX8 Support  

With the next release, Microsoft is planning to make Windows 10 IoT Enterprise to be available on NXP’s i.MX8 processors in addition to the existing support for Intel, AMD, and Qualcomm processors. NXP is a leading silicon choice for IoT solutions across many verticals. The integration of i.MX8 and Windows 10 IoT Enterprise is exciting in many ways. Being part of the EEAP Microsoft partner program, Advantech is privileged to test a private preview on ROM-5720 and start to have an early experience of Windows on ARM (WoA). If you are curious about the combination of these two products, contact Advantech for further experience.

Convergence of Windows 10 IoT Core and Windows 10 IoT Enterprise 

Going forward, partners with Windows 10 IoT Core deployments on x64 and ARM64 silicon will be expected to move to Windows 10 IoT Enterprise. For customers interested in migrating from Windows 10 IoT Core to Windows 10 IoT Enterprise, now is the time to contact Advantech for migration services and support.

Enabling Linux Modules with Azure IoT Edge on Windows 

Windows IoT install base can deploy Linux modules. This is critical for cross-platform customers to get the best of both worlds.

Software Add-On Services with Utilities, API, and Hardware Products

Advantech has demonstrated its commitment by providing software add-on services with utilities, API, and hardware products as a key Windows ecosystem contributor. For example, Advantech Windows 10 IoT Lockdown Utility simplifies the process for users to enable/disable lockdown features in Windows 10 IoT Enterprise, and this utility will remain available in the next generation of Windows 10 IoT Enterprise. Of course, the service list of Azure deployments, including IoT Edge modules or IoT Edge runtime, are also our mission for this continuously growing cloud ecosystem, and will be even more determined and committed in the future.

Recommended Advantech IoT Products on Windows 10 IoT Enterprise

To obtain more information, please contact your local sales office or visit the Advantech website

How to prevent mistakes that delay your PCB assembly (and could cost you)

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Many designers can’t get their board fast enough after sending their PCB design files to their PCB assembly vendors.

But the surprising thing is some customers do not provide sufficient and necessary information to their contract manufacturers (CM) – causing problems, delays, and increased cost.

By focusing on 5 simple steps, you can ensure a smooth PCB assembly process and help your CM deliver your boards to you on-time and on-budget.

Let’s walk through these action items:

  1. Panelize your PCBs Correctly
  2. Make Sure Silkscreen is Legible
  3. Indicate Component Polarity
  4. Include PCB Fabrication and PCB Assembly Drawings
  5. Send a Complete BOM that includes Manufacturers’ Part Numbers

1. Panelize Your PCBs Correctly

Panelization is the placement of smaller boards into multi-board arrays to gain manufacturing efficiency.Panelization plays a vital role in the PCB assembly process. And to progress through the PCB assembly process without complications requires using correctly panelized PCBs.
Generally, it is best to leave the PCB panel design to your PCB manufacturer since they know all the requirements and how to implement them. However, should you decide to do the PCB panelization yourself, make sure you follow the design guidelines. Particularly, if your PCB has overhanging components, there needs to be enough spacing between the individual PCBs in the panel so that overhanging components do not overlap adjacent PCBs.

2. Make Sure Your PCB Silkscreen is Legible

The silkscreen resides on the top layer of a PCB, and it displays useful and necessary information for anyone assembling, testing, or troubleshooting a circuit board. Silkscreen markings are used to indicate component placement locations, component values, reference designators, warning symbols, component polarity, test points, board name & revision, and more. It follows that the non-readability of the silkscreen could create bumps in the assembly process and sabotage the completion date. So, what is a good size for the silkscreen text? In many cases, a line width of about 0.2 mm works well.

3. Indicate Component Polarity

A polarized component is one that is electrically non-symmetrical. (Large Capacitors, Diodes, ICs, and Transistors are always polarized. Resistors are non-polarized). So, there is a right and wrong way of placing it on a PCB. Overlooking component polarity could cause damage to components, the board or result in a non-functioning circuit board and delay the PCB assembly process. So, polarized components need to have polarity indicators marked on the silkscreen space outside the component board’s installation location.

4. Include PCB Fabrication and PCB Assembly Drawings

Make sure that your PCB manufacturer receives all details. The more specific you are in communicating your requirements, the less chance for errors, assumptions, costly mistakes, and delays. So, informing your vendors of your needs using PCB fabrication and PCB assembly drawings is an excellent idea. The fabrication drawing contains specifications for your bare board that the PCB manufacturer must know, and it should include the following:

  • Drill locations
  • Hole chart
  • Board layer stack-up
  • Dimensions
  • Notes such as:
    • PCB Material & thickness
    • Copper Weight
    • Tolerances
    • Surface Finish
    • Any special requirements

Just imagine the consequences of your CM receiving PCBs that are not built to your design specifications!

The assembly drawing contains assembly instructions for your board that the CM must know, and it should include the following:

  • Board outline
  • Part shapes
  • Parts list
  • Mechanical parts
  • Assembly notes
  • Additional views
  • Expanded cut-away views
  • Identification label locations

When you provide clear and complete information to your CM, you cut down or eliminate production delays due to clarifications or instructions required.

5. Send a Complete BOM that includes Manufacturers’ Part Numbers

Sending a parts list or a BOM without the correct and complete manufacturer’s part number, description, and reference designator is mumbling information to your CM. And it could put the brakes on going forward with the assembly in anticipation of clarification from you.

Why are the manufacturer’s part number (MPN) important?

  • Parts are purchased using the MPNs
  • If your CM is buying parts for you, then MPNs will help them find the right substitute parts (if required)
  • Your CM can quickly find information or datasheet to resolve issues like a part footprint, tolerance, etc.

In Sum

Remember that your PCB design is familiar to you but not to your CM. Equipping them with the data they need at the start of your order will allow them to do their job properly and not spend time requesting and waiting on your response resulting in completion delays.

Joy-IT PSG9080 DDS Function Generator – Programmable Signal generator

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The programmable Signalgenerator PSG9080 can output many different waveforms like f. i. sine, square, triangle, pulse wave, and arbitrary waveforms. It has a generous frequency range from 1nHz to 80 MHz and a sampling rate of 33 MSa/s. The housing is made high-quality workmanship and offers slip-resistant feets to enable a comfortable work.

With this device, different modulation methods like f. i. frequency, phase, amplitude, pulse width modulation, frequency shift keying are no longer a challenge. The integrated measurement function enables you to measure and display the frequency, period and duty cycle of external signals in real-time on screen.

This signal generator is operated very easily with the intuitively keypad layout and the high-resolution 3.5 ” color LCD. Different settings can be saved in groups as well and thus called up very quickly. The menu is available in the languages German, English and French.

Features:

  • Programmable output：The type of waveform output (such as sine wave, square wave, triangle wave, arbitrary wave, etc.), output time, and output sequence can be freely formulated to realize automatic work.
  • Firmware update in real time：Firmware upgrade can be updated at any time to fix bugs, or used for your special customization needs. Press the corresponding soft key to confirm entering the update mode, and perform a one-key firmware upgrade by connecting with the PC software.
  • Voltage-controlled adjustment：The frequency, amplitude and duty cycle of the output can be controlled by an external analog voltage signal to achieve voltage-controlled sweeping frequency, sweeping amplitude and sweeping duty cycle, which are widely used in industrial debugging.
  • Modulation function：The modulated waveforms can be output in single channel or dual channel. Modulation: The process of adding information from a signal source to the carrier to make it suitable for channel transmission. It is the technology that makes the carrier wave change with the signal.
  • High sampling rate ：The sampling rate of up to 300MSa/s can obtain more waveform data per unit time, thus making the displayed waveform more accurate.
  • Personal color：In order to meet the personalized needs of customers, four color schemes for the system are provided. You can use the numeric keys and knob to select the desired system color, press the soft key save to save the selected color
  • Equivalent performance dual channel output：The same or different function signals or arbitrary waveform signals can be output simultaneously; all parameters can be adjusted independently, the phase difference between the two channels is continuously adjustable from 0 to 359.9 degrees; the signal frequency can be up to 80MHz, and the output signal can be within 1MHz Up to 25Vpp.
  • Burst function：Sine wave, square wave, saw tooth wave, or arbitrary wave can be used to generate burst signals, the number of periods is continuously adjustable between 1-1,000,000,000
  • The pulse width can be adjusted accurately：The pulse width and the pulse period time of the pulse wave are digitally and accurately adjustable, enabling a wide range of pulse waveforms to be accurately set without jitter output.
  • Can draw arbitrary waveform：PC software and communication protocol are provided for free, arbitrary waveforms can be drawn using the PC software; using the communication protocol can be secondary development programming; all functions of the instrument can be controlled by the PC software (The instrument can be also finished all operations without connecting to the computer.)

The PSG9080 is available on Aliexpress.com and other online distributors. More details on the manufacturing page.

High-contrast CoG OLED display from Raystar Optronics at Rutronik

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Ideal for wearables: With the REX128128B, Raystar Optronics offers a 128×128-pixel CoG Circular OLED display as an interesting alternative to TFT or LCD, among others. The round 1.18“ POLED is particularly thin at 2.05 mm and impresses with excellent viewing angle properties and a contrast ratio of 10,000:1. With a visible area of 31 mm diagonally, low weight typical of OLEDs and low power consumption, it is particularly suitable for integration in wearable devices, such as portable measuring devices, home applications and audio devices. The Raystar Optronics OLED is available at www.rutronik24.com. via www.ebom.com

The dimensions of the module are 37.18×41.23mm. The active area of 30.00×30.00mm covers almost the entire visible area. The REX128128B is a chip-on-glass OLED display with the SSD1327 IC, a single-chip CMOS OLED/PLED driver with controller specifically for organic and polymer light-emitting diode dot matrix graphics display systems. Data are displayed directly from the internal 128x128x4-bit GDDRAM. They are sent from the MCU via various available interfaces, such as the I2C, the 6800/8080-compatible parallel interface or the serial peripheral interface.

The OLED display is available with the emitting colors white, yellow and sky blue and supports greyscales. The module‘s functionality is unrestricted at operating temperatures between -40°C to +80°C.

For more information about Raystar`s circular OLED display and a direct ordering option, please visit our e-commerce platform at www.rutronik24.com.

3 Phase Isolated Hall-effect Current Sense Amplifier with +/-600V Working Voltage and +/-46A Measurement Range

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The project described here is a 3-Phase isolated Hall-effect current sense amplifier with +/-600-V working voltage range. The current sensor senses magnetic flux generated from current passing through the lead frame at common-mode voltages 0 to 600V DC and provides proportional output voltage. The circuit is based on TMCS1101 IC which is a galvanically isolated Hall-effect current sensor capable of DC or AC current measurement with high accuracy, excellent linearity, temperature stability and has a bandwidth of 80KHz. A low-drift, temperature-compensated signal chain provides < 1.5% full-scale error across the device temperature range. The input current flows through an internal 1.8-mΩ conductor that generates a magnetic field measured by an integrated Hall-effect sensor. This structure eliminates external concentrators and simplifies design.

3 Phase Isolated Hall-effect Current Sense Amplifier with +/-600V Working Voltage and +/-46A Measurement Range – [Link]

Multiphase Oscillator with 40% Spread Spectrum Frequency Modulation and 250Khz Output Frequency

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This is a precision, low power, and easy-to-use oscillator that provides multiphase outputs. The output frequency of the project is set to 250Khz, with 40% spread spectrum. The oscillator frequency can be set by resistor R1, and the spread spectrum can be changed using R3. The master oscillator is controlled by the RSET resistor R1 and has a range of 100khz to 20Mhz. In order to accommodate a wider output frequency range, a programable divider, (divide by 1, 10, 100) is included and can be set using jumper J1.  The integrated programmable multiphase circuit provides either 2, 3, or 4 phase waveforms. The LTC6902’s SSFM capability modulates the oscillator’s frequency by a pseudorandom noise (PRN) signal to spread the oscillator’s energy over a wide frequency band. This spreading decreases the peak electromagnetic radiation level and improves electromagnetic compatibility (EMC) performance. The amount of frequency spreading is programmable by a single additional external resistor R3 (RMOD). Refer to 4 Phase output waveform diagram.

Multiphase Oscillator with 40% Spread Spectrum Frequency Modulation and 250Khz Output Frequency – [Link]

Chroma 63000 – Benchtop DC Electronic Load

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The 63000 series programmable DC electronic loads are reliable, precision instruments primarily designed to test switching power supplies, A/D power supplies, power electronic components, adapters, 3C batteries and chargers. Its maximum 350W rated power makes it suitable for testing numerous types of lower power devices.

Key Features

  • Datasheet
  • Rated power: 250W, 350W
  • Voltage range: 150V
  • Current range: 60A max.
  • CC, CR, CV & CP operation modes
  • User-defined waveforms (UDW)
  • CZ mode for turn on capacitive load simulation
  • Real time power supply load transient response simulation
  • User programmable 100 sequences viafront panel
  • High precision voltage & current measurement
  • Voltage, current & Pmax measurement for OCP/OLP test
  • Timing & discharging measurement for batteries
  • Short circuit simulation
  • Smart fan control
  • Full protection: OC (adjustable), OT, OP (adjustable) protection & OV warning, polarity reverse alarm
  • Standard USB, optional Ethernet and GPIB interfaces

Video

more information: https://www.chromausa.com/product/benchtop-dc-electronic-load-63000/

Portwell Releases a Small and Compact Fanless Embedded System with 8th Generation Intel® Core™ Processor

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WEBS-21G0 Is Rugged, Compact, Fan-less and Ideal for Digital Signage, Medical Equipment, IoT Edge, Communication and Industrial Automation and Control Applications

American Portwell Technology, Inc., a world-leading innovator for Industrial PC (IPC) and embedded computing solutions, and a Titanium member of Intel Partner Alliance (https://www.portwell.com), announces the release of the WEBS-21G0, a fanless embedded system featuring 8th Generation Intel Core processor product family with a low 15W thermal design power (TDP). Its rugged, compact design and high performance make the WEBS-21G0 a perfect solution for applications in industrial factory automation, automated test equipment, semiconductor equipment, robotic control, automatic unmanned vehicle, medical/healthcare equipment, digital signage, industrial IoT gateway, digital security surveillance, broadcasting systems, transportation applications and more.

The new rugged WEBS-21G0 is equipped with Portwell’s NANO-6051, a Nano-ITX embedded board based on the 8th Generation Intel Core processor product family. Processors available in this family combine low power consumption with high processing power and improved performance compared to previous generation processors. The WEBS-21G0 also features DDR4 2400MHz non-ECC SO-DIMM up to 32GB and storage interface 1 x M.2 Key M 2280 socket for SSD. For functionality extension, it provides 3 x USB 3.2 Gen 1 on rear I/O to ensure fast data transmission with low-power consumption; 1 x M.2 Key E 2230 socket for wireless module connectivity including Wi-Fi and Bluetooth which can make it an ideal solution for communication and IoT applications. Intel I210AT and Intel I219LM Ethernet Controllers provide dual Gigabit Ethernet LAN access via the two RJ-45 connectors. 1 x RS-232/422/485 is selectable by BIOS adjustment. The Intel Gen 9.5 graphic engine supports dual Mini DisplayPort (DP) on rear I/O with resolution up to 4096×2304. It provides a selection of multiple connections such as displays, graphic cards, cameras, storage and more on the same system.

Features

  • Supports Intel® Whiskey Lake-U series processor
  • 1x DDR4 2400 non-ECC SO-DIMM, Up to 32GB
  • 1x M.2 key M 2280 for storage
  • Supports Dual mini DP ports
  • 1x Antenna hole for WiFi module
  • IP 40 Rating

Moreover, WEBS-21G0 offers audio port and DC 12V input on rear I/O, on-board TMP 2.0 for application security, and supports multiple operating systems including Microsoft® Windows® 10 IoT Enterprise, Ubuntu®, real-time Yocto Project® (YP) and Wind River®.

“Thanks to the 8th Generation Intel Core processors’ superior processing power of up to 4.1 GHz and advanced capabilities, Portwell’s NANO-6051 Nano-ITX board delivers greater performance than its predecessors,” says Maria Yang, Portwell’s product marketing engineer, “yet it is still packed within a compact 120mm x 120mm footprint and integrated into a small 150mm x 150mm x 63mm size to form a compact fanless embedded system that can fit specific design configurations with performance and low-power requirement, especially where space is at a premium.”

The WEBS-2000 embedded system series is built upon a “brick” concept design created by Portwell to simplify system customization. It implements an intelligent structure by building the system chassis using three simple elements: wall, pillar and cover. This innovative design of the WEBS system series enables flexible and easy customization. The Portwell WEBS-21G0 further benefits from the brick concept chassis with top cover/heat sink mechanism that facilitates efficient heat dissipation. The rugged and compact WEBS-21G0 supports a temperature range from 0ºC to 50ºC, while at the same time, its fan-less design ensures silent operation, reliability and low maintenance rate and costs.

“With its superior processing power, high expandability and support for 4K display (4096×2304), Portwell’s WEBS-21G0 is indeed an ideal solution for high computing power and high 3D video/image applications. Plus,” Yang adds, “Our customers also benefit from the peace of mind they get from the 10+ years long product life span support inherent with this Portwell product.”

more information: https://www.portwell.com.tw/products/embedded-computing/embedded-systems/webs-21g0/

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