MSC platform features digital visual interface

The target platform MSC Q7-MB-EP2 from MSC Vertriebs supports the development of POI/POS and digital signage applications based on a compact, power-saving MSC Qseven module.

The embedded platform MSC Q7-MB-EP2 differs from the recently presented baseboard MSC Q7-MB-EP1 for the industrial automation market by the implemented digital visual interface (DVI).

DVI supports the digital transmission of video data without signal conversion loss and replaces the analogue VGA port.

The company said DVI is the standard interface for large-scale signage displays with high resolution.

Depending on the computer-on-module, up to 1,920 x 1,080 pixels will be supported.

For the integration of an industry display, the embedded platform provides an LVDS and a backlight interface.

The board integrates a 4/5 wired touch controller for the connection of a touch screen.

Compared with the automation platform, the MSC Q7-MB-EP2 offers two independent Gbit Ethernet interfaces to easily connect additional subsystems and to support different system levels (Uplink/Downlink).

A selection of interfaces defined in the Qseven specification - four external USB 2.0, RS232, HD audio and two Sata - are available for the connection of different equipment.

System extensions are possible without connector adaptions via the Mini PCI Express slot or the integrated MMC/SD card slot.

MSC offers boot support for MMC/SD cards under Linux.

The standard Qseven module MSC Q7-US15W of 70 x 70mm is mounted via a proven MXM connection on the baseboard bottom side.

The processor is mounted directly on the box for better heat dissipation.

The size of the flexible target platform MSC Q7-MB-EP2 is 148 x 102mm.

The wide power supply range of the baseboard of 10-28VDC supports different display technologies.

Larger displays require a 24V power supply, smaller ones require 12V.

MSC offers a board support package for Windows XP, Windows 7 and Linux operating systems.

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