Kontron has introduced a new series of compact Computer-on-Modules (COM Express) based on the latest generation Intel Atom, Pentium and Celeron processors. The COMe-cAL6 series comprises modules with cost-efficient dual-core configurations for indoor digital signage applications as well as quad-core modules for deployment in harsh outdoor environments at temperature levels from -40 °C to +85 °C.
Versions range from a cost optimized dual-core Intel Celeron (2x 1.1/2.4 GHz with 6W TDP) iteration optimized for energy-sensitive applications to genuine quad-core Intel Atom (4x 1.6/2.0 GHz with 12W TDP) and Intel Pentium (4x 1.1/2.5 GHz with 6W TDP) versions for high-end applications.
The COMe-cAL6 module extends the existing Intel SoC-based COM Express portfolio to embrace especially powerful compact variants with full COM Express Type 6 I/O support including PCI Express, LAN, USB and Digital Display interfaces.
Target industries include POS/POI and kiosk systems, digital signage solutions, gaming and medical PCs as well as HMIs and controllers in industrial machinery and equipment.
An added advantage for developers is the integration of Kontron’s standard hardware-based embedded Security Solution Approtect.