Aug. 21, 2007
AML has announced a sealed metal computer that is intended for mounting in industrial vehicles and runs Windows XP Embedded (XPe). The MT7550 clocks its AMD Geode GX533 processor at 400 MHz and includes both Bluetooth and 802.11b/g wireless capabilities.
The company says the MT7550 is intended for mounting on vehicles such as forklifts, and is useful for for real-time receiving, put-away, picking, and shipping applications in harsh environments. To that end, it includes a 12.1-inch SVGA touchscreen with the limited resolution of 800 x 600 pixels, which according to the company makes the device accessible by gloved operators.
AML's MT7550
If required, the MT7550 can be fitted with a keyboard (shown below). An internal power converter accommodates 9 to 36 VDC or 36 to 75 VDC, depending on configuration. In case of power failure, the system can also operate up to 30 minutes on an optional internal UPS battery.
MT7550 with optional keyboard
AML stresses the system's terminal emulators (VT100/220, TN5250, TN3270) and Skype client for VoIP. Other features include:
Processor -- AMD Geode GX533, clocked at 400 MHz
Memory -- 256 MB SDRAM (384 MB optional)
Storage -- 1 GB internal flash
Display -- 12.1-inch, 800 x 600 pixel touchscreen display; "super hi-bright," with 160-degree viewing angle
Audio -- amplified speakers and headphone jack; line-in/out; microphone jack
Wireless networking:
802.11 b/g
Bluetooth 1.1 and 2.0 compatible radio (optional)
Other I/O ports -- 2 x USB 2.0; reduces to 1 x USB 2.0, when optional Bluetooth module is present
Dimensions -- 15.6 x 12.75 x 2.6 inches (440 x 400 x 65 mm) with mounting arm
Weight -- 14.3 lbs (6.45 kg) with mounting arm
Power supply -- 9 to 36 VDC or 36 to 75 VDC
Operating temperature -- -20 to 50 degrees C (-4 to 122 F)
In addition to Windows XP Embedded, the AML MT7550 is available with a Debian Linux 4.0 OS (based on a 2.6.18 Linux kernel).
The device appears to be shipping now, though pricing was not stated.
