Steatite Embedded, a leading UK supplier of reliable, compact, power-efficient embedded systems and computers, has launched the new ICP-PES2041M, an extremely rugged, fanless embedded system. The ICP-PES2041M is designed for use in vehicle-based computing applications, including CCTV, ANPR, navigation and communications.

This embedded system’s features include GPS, 3.5G mobile wireless, 4x serial ports, isolated digital I/O and PCI expansion. The cable-free design results in an embedded system that is highly tolerant to external shock/vibration and is certified to MIL-STD-810F, making it ideal for use in commercial applications such as in waste trucks or emergency vehicles.

When integrated with the ignition system of the vehicle, the PC can be set to operate only when required, thus preventing discharge of the vehicle battery when the engine is not running. The system also features integrated connectivity, such as isolated digital I/O, RS232/485, optional Wi-Fi, USB, Gigabit LAN and optional CAN-bus. The ICP-PES2041M includes all of the I/O that would be required in an in-vehicle computer system, making for a neat, compact and robust installation.

Combined with a customised Windows Embedded Standard 2009/7 O/S installation, the ICP-PES2041M can be configured to perform only the functions that are pre-approved by the system designer and prevent unauthorised software from being run on the device. WES 2009/7 also includes a number of features to improve system reliability, such as the enhanced write filter which protects the system against ‘dirty’ shutdowns caused by power loss to the system.

About Steatite

Steatite Limited is a group company of Solid State PLC. Steatite is divided into product divisions: Wordsworth Technology, Steatite Rugged, Steatite Battery and Steatite Embedded, together offering a range of complementary products and systems that range from, industrial computer equipment, batteries, components, timing and frequency products, embedded solutions, and a full range of rugged notebook computers and PDAs.

In addition, Steatite has specialist industry skills in Oil and Gas, Oceanography, Satellite systems, Telecommunications, Medical, Government, Security and Military applications. Dedicated in-house teams support customers by designing, building and supplying the most advanced range of components and systems tailored to their application needs supported by the reassurance of first class quality standards.

Based in Redditch, Worcestershire, UK, Steatite employs over 50 people. For more information visit the Steatite web site at: www.steatite.co.uk