Acura Embedded PowerBrick 3.1 - Manual (Page 3)

PowerBrick ™ Quick Reference Manual
1. Overview
The PowerBrick is a Intel® Core™ 2 Duo system with 2.0 GHz processor
speed. This small, rugged and powerful computer is the premium choice
when desktop computer performance is required in industrial computing
applications. Small size does not necessarily mean limitations in
computing power.
The state-of-the-art PowerBrick comes loaded with an impressive video
card, fast hard drive (or optional flash drive) and memory, all at a
competitive price. It is designed and built for great performance in a variety
of applications and environments. The design focuses on elements
essential for industrial use wile excluding unneccesary hardware. The
architecture is modular which allows for easy upgrading and expansions.
Areas of applications include:
• Fire engines and rescue vehicles
• Security and patrol vehicles
• Other emergency or public safety vehicles
• Cash carriers
• Seaport terminal container yard management
• Fleet management
The main features are:
• Intel® Core™ Duo processor (2.0 GHz)
• Standard 2.5” hard disk, 160GB
• 1 GB DDR2 RAM
• 4 x RS232 Port
• 4 x USB 2.0 Port
• 2 x On-board 10/100/1000 LAN Port
• 1 x Compact flash II Port
• Audio Jacks
• Built-in 8~30 VOLT DC
• Ignition controller (optional)
• Embedded OS (optional)
• Wireless 802.11bgn (optional)
• GSM/GPRS/WiFi/CDMA/CDPD options
• GPS/AVL options
• Dimensions: 7.6” x 5” x 4.13” (W x L x H)
For installation, mounting and cable connections please see
Section 2. Technical information is available in Section 3.
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2. Installation
2.1 Contents of the Computer Box
Figure 2.1 Box major components
In the box you will find the following items: PowerBrick computer, power
plug, mounting plate equipped with rubber suspension, 4 bolts
If you have purchased Windows or Linux operating system with your
computer, these CD’s should be included. Keep them in a safe place.
Please see your separate monitor packaging for installation and other
information for the touch screen monitor.
Do not turn power on until you have read the next section and
all cables are connected.
2.2 Connecting Cables and Getting Started
In order to get familiar with your system before mounting it in your vehicle
(or final location), we suggest you look at the connections on both ends of
the computer such as shown in Figs. 2.2 and 2.3, connect up the unit, and
place it into operation.
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