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CDS Partners with Garz & Fricke in the UK to offer the best ARM Based Solutions Available

cadmin / August 12, 2019

Why CDS G+F and our ARM based solutions? Garz & Fricke GmbH (and its UK Distributor CDS) have experienced a dynamic, positive growth since its foundation in the year 1992 due to its excellent ARM base HMI solutions. Today, 82 engineers, computer scientists and technicians work for the owner-managed enterprise located in Hamburg. Now partnered with CDS in the UK this has created a powerful and trustworthy partnership to bring these products to the UK market. The portfolio contains both customized designs as well as the development and standard off the shelf products. Garz & Fricke offers full service starting with the draft concept of your required solution and system specifications all the way though to mass production. Also large quantities are produced competitively and of the highest quality due to in-house production with state-of-the-art SMD manufacturing lines. Garz & Fricke offer cashless payment systems like the GeldKarte terminal KarL in the line of business vending machine technology with which for example cigarette machines are equipped within the scope of the implementation of the law. By now, every fifth machine is already equipped with a KarL in Germany. Focussed on complex embedded systems, Garz & Fricke develop and sell high-integrated 32-bit single board computers, which are optimized for use in technically sophisticated applications. These systems of the NESO and CUPID series are delivered with Windows Embedded CE or Linux, and are customer-specific adaptable. Amongst others, strategic partnerships have been established with Microsoft, NXP and Trinamic. In combination with a strong on-site support, Garz & Fricke GmbH realize shortest development times and a fast market introduction for your projects. For our product and service overview for our ARM based HMI embedded PC / panel PC solutions please go to: http://crystal-display.com/arm-based-embedded-solutions/ For more information on our ARM based embedded solutions please click here!

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The CDS Industrial EtherCAT Boxed PC!

cadmin / June 5, 2019

Check out the impressive Taicenn TBOX-4000, an EtherCAT rugged fanless embedded Boxed PC with low power consumption and high operating temperatures. The TBOX-4000 is ruggedly designed for industrial control application adopting Intel Atom D2550 Dual-core 1.86Ghz processors resulting in low power performance. TBOX-4000 storage can support 1 mSATA SSD or HDD and provides 2* Intel 82574L GLAN ports (support EtherCat function), 4*USB 2.0 ports, 2*COM (Optional with 2*RS485). The power input is wide voltage range DC 12V, has over-current, over-voltage and reverse-polarity protection. A high performing fully-sealed boxed construction that prevents dust from entering the device system. Also includes a large aluminium fan to distribute heat effectively and quickly, ensuring reliability and a longer life-span. With a wide operating temp it is suitable for long-time operating and harsh environments including industrial application projects. Key Features; Rugged &compact sealed aluminium box design Fully-sealed boxed construction – prevents dust from entering the system Intel Atom D2550 low power processor DC 12V input, with over-current, over-voltage protection 2x Intel 82574L (Support EtherCAT) Compact Dimension: 160 x 115 x 50 (mm) I/O: 4x USB, 2x GLAN, 2x COM, 1x VGA, Audio Operating temp. is -20℃~+60℃ (optional -40℃~+70℃) Can support a wide range of operating systems – Win XP, Win7, Win8, Windows embedded, Windows 10, and Linux, Unix This rugged embedded Boxed PC is very suitable for industrial & embedded control applications and projects, which specially request EtherCAT, such as industrial control fields. For more information on these products please visit our webpage – http://crystal-display.com/products/embedded-systems/ For more information including pricing and a data sheet please email info@crystal-display.com or call our main office on +44 (0) 1634 327 420.

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Embedded HMIs at Embedded World on YouTube

cadmin / May 22, 2019

Do you want to learn more about the latest HMI-systems or single components, touch interaction options, displays and ARM-based SBCs? Check out this YouTube video whereby G+F Technical Sales Engineer Christoph Kutzera is talking about the broad G+F product portfolio that ranges from typical single components and modules to ARM-based SBCs and seamlessly integrated HMI systems. G+F develop complete solutions with functional and control electronics, software and enclosures. This is achieved cost-effectively for standard products and for individually adapted standard solutions. Or for completely customised solutions! Solutions include; Single Board Computer Rear Mount HMI Panel Mount HMI Flush Mount HMI DIN Rail Vending Machine Controller Check out this YouTube video of G+F at Embedded World; For more information on our ARM based embedded solutions please click here! To take a further look at our embedded product please visit http://crystal-display.com/category-embedded/ Or to speak to the team about a specific project please contact us via email or call +44 (0) 1634 791600.

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CDS Offer Customised OEM & ODM Embedded Products

cadmin / May 21, 2019

As you must know by now here at CDS we don’t opt for the standard! We like to give our customers the flexibility and the control they deserve in their projects! This comes down to knowing all the requirements needed for the perfect product for the application and we can custom design the panel PC/industrial monitor for you. Check out some examples as below; For a list of customised examples already achieved please click here Check out our full range of Industrial Panel PCs here – http://crystal-display.com/products/industrial-panel-pcs/ For more information please email info@crystal-display.com or call our main office on +44 (0) 1634 327 420

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All In One Panel PC for Vehicle Manufacturer

cadmin / April 15, 2019

TAICENN delivered an All-In-One Panel PC with NFC + auto 1D & 2D code scanner. This Panel PC project required a RFID (NFC) as well as a barcode reader on the front to make certain processes of the vehicle manufacturing safer and more secure. Working closely with the customer the fixed specifications of this Panel PC were confirmed as below: RFID on front panel. RFID 13.56 MHz, Near-field communications (NFC), ISO 14443A/B Protocol. Barcode reader on front panel. Auto-scanning. Better with both 1D and 2D. Baytrial J1900 platform. 15.6” Full HD, P-Cap. Touch. 1* RJ45 and 2* USB at least. Better more interfaces on real panel. Wi-Fi with Antenna optional. VESA mounting on the back. Please contact us to discuss your custom designs and project requirements so we can put a sketch together for you. To check out the full range of industrial / fanless panel PCs please visit our Panel PCs webpage. For more information including pricing and a data sheet please email info@crystal-display.com or call our main office on +44 (0) 1634 327 420 To see our wide range of Industrial Controllers / Industrial Touch PCs please click here.

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Largest Range of Embedded Products from CDS

cadmin / March 12, 2019

CDS – NEWLY UPDATED RANGE OF EMBEDDED PRODUCTS! We have recently completely updated our embedded product range and we just have to SHOUT about it to our customers! A full range of industrial panel PCs with multiple models and options for customisation along with high performing boxed PCs, keyboards, SBCs and more. Follow the links for more info on each product range. For me info and pricing please contact us. HIGH PERFOMRING INDUSTRIAL PANEL PCS We have partnered with Taicenn to offer the most incredible Panel PC series to the UK and worldwide.The TPC series is now available from 10.4” to 24” and consists of 5 series and 80 models, including; Baytrail, Apollo, Broadwell, Skylake Core-U processors.The impressive TPC series is also paired with an ODM & OEM service meaning we can custom build panel PCs according to our customers’ demands. Designed for all kinds of industrial applications, supporting panel mounting or open-frame mounting and touch. EMBEDDED SBC BOARDS CDS’s range of single board computer (SBC) features models from leading suppliers, offering a choice of sizes, form factors and processor platforms to suit your specific requirements. Low power solutions, extended temperature options and the latest processor and graphic controllers are all available. We have one of the most comprehensive range of Industrial PCs (IPC) in Europe. Check out our range. EMBEDDED SYSTEMS – FAN-LESS EMBEDDED BOX PC | BOX PC | EMBEDDED BOX PC | EMBEDDED PC CDS have a wide array of boxed embedded SBC solutions designed for use in professional applications. They are compact and cost effective and designed for 24/7 operation in harsh environments. The CDS TBOX series are specially designed, according to actual industrial, embedded & automation applications. Rugged & compact design, industrial operating -20~+60C temperature range (optional wider operating temperature upgrade -40~+70C). ARM BASED EMBEDDED SOLUTIONS CDS give you a ‘one stop shop’ of ARM based HMIs with options of Single Board Computer, Display, touchscreen,mounting frame, and operating system loaded on and tested to give you EXACTLY the solution you require. NO searching for suitable components and then checking suitability / compatibility as well as ensuring long term availability. Suitable for many varied applications and products, with fully customisable options available.Products include; SBCs, rear mount HMIs, panel mount HMIs, flush mount HMIs, Din Rail and vending machine controllers. MEDICAL PANEL PCS The medical panel computers and Medical grade monitors in our range comply with ISO13485:2003, UL60601-1/EN60601-1, CE, FCOClass B Cert to ensure medical operation safety. Especially designed for the medical environment the panel computers adopt IPX1 waterproof design which protects the entire system from outside liquid.Increased convenience and reduces cost. Our medical panel PCs are manufactured to the strictest medical standards including EN-60601-1, UL60601-1 and UL2601 certifications. INDUSTRIAL RUGGED KEYBOARDS Protection up to IP65 makes CDS’s wide range of rugged industrial keyboards. In hazardous environments these rugged industrial keyboards are totally protected from the ingress of water, dirt and dust. CDS’s Industrial Keyboards are long lasting and stand up in environments where your typical office grade peripherals will not survive. Our rugged keyboards are sealed to NEMA 4, 4X, 12, IP65 specifications and are ideal for wet, dirty and harsh environments. ODM & OEM PRODUCTSCDS provides excellent ODM & customised solutions & products, according to customer’s application needs and projects. Besides, our knowledge and experience can ensure the application and projects proceed successfully, rapidly and flexibly.What custom solution or customisation do you need? We also offer a labelling service whereby we can provide labelling support thanks to our great relationship with our suppliers. We offer this service at a low cost and guarantee our standard after-sale support. To take a further look at our embedded product please visit http://crystal-display.com/category-embedded/ Or to speak to the team about a specific project please contact us via email or call +44 (0) 1634 327420.

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CDS Modularisation of Embedded Solutions

cadmin / February 19, 2019

CDS and Taicenn have further optimised their modularization of their embedded solutions including panel PCs and Boxed PCs. This has been achieved to help try and solve the industrial computer/industry expectation of fast response and availability by making sure we have stock of all components parts ready to be quickly and efficiently assembled to exactly meet the customer’s requirements. The promising end result for our clients is that we can fulfil quick delivery, achieve significant cost-savings, and our customers themselves need less inventory! What are your panel PC, Boxed PC / Industrial Controller, or Industrial Monitor requirements that we can look at for you to save you money and / or improve on your current product? Some highlights from the range are our Industrial Panel PCs but please see an to see an overview of the full range please visit our webpage – http://crystal-display.com/products/embedded-systems/ Or why not check out our Arm Based Embedded Solutions here. For more information including pricing and a data sheet please email info@crystal-display.com or call our main office on +44 (0) 1634 327 420.

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Embedded Boxed PCs Like you Have Never Seen them Before!

cadmin / February 14, 2019

Check out the CDS TAICENN TBOX series which are specially designed according to actual industrial, embedded & automation applications. Designed based on customer input and industry knowledge, the TBOX Series products provide a rugged & compact design. They boast an industrial operating temperature range of -20~+70C, Optional -40~+70C range. The series consists of 5 models, all of which can be configured with mainstream processors including; Intel Atom, Baytrail, Broadwell and Skylake Core-U platforms. Using these Boxed PC offers several key advantages: Complete solution – hardware, software, OS and all other required functionality. VGA / DVI outputs to easily drive TFT monitors and controller cards. Very easy to integrate as all components are boxed saving time, space and cost. Can be used to control external devices and offer more functionality Fully customizable to suit your application in terms of size and performance. Compact & small design with several versions box structure design to provide plentiful I/O options; Different I/O options for better cost effective. To see an overview of the full range please visit our webapge – http://crystal-display.com/products/embedded-systems/ For more information including pricing and a data sheet please email info@crystal-display.com or call our main office on +44 (0) 1634 327 420.

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NEW PRODUCT 24 inch PCAP Touch Panel Mount Panel PC

cadmin / January 31, 2019

Recently launched TPC-PC240S, a 24.0’’ Intel Skylake I3-6100U/I5-6200U/I7-6500U P-CAP touch Panel mounting Panel PC. TAICENN TPC-PC240S series is a high performance, Fan-less designed, enhanced stability and reliability industrial 24.0-inch Touch Panel PC product. It adapts an Intel Skylake I3-6100U/I5-6200U/I7-6500U processor. TPC-PC240S series storage can support 2.5” SATA and mSATA interface, HDD or SSD. The design uses a multi-point (10- points) projective capacitive touch screen (Optional with high-temp. five-wires resistive touch, or No touch), and it can fulfil front panel NEMA/IP65 dust-proof and water-proof standards. The TPC-PC240S uses full-sealed box construction, and it can prevent dust from entering the device system. The TAICENN TPC-PC240S is compatible with Win7, Win8, Win10, Linux OS, and it also has a good compatibility with customized applications and software programs. Key Features; 24.0’’ Projective capacitive multi-point touch Intel Skylake I3-6100U/I5-6200U/I7-6500U processor Impact, fan-less design, Finned heat sink 2 * Intel GLAN, and 1* 2.5’’ SATA + 1* mSATA Optional precision high-temp. Five wires Resistive touch Optional No-touch function, with Glass. Take a look at more panel PC products in the range here Industrial Panel PCs but please see an to see an overview of the full range please visit our webpage – http://crystal-display.com/products/embedded-systems/ Or why not check out our Arm Based Embedded Solutions here. For more information including pricing and a data sheet please email info@crystal-display.com or call our main office on +44 (0) 1634 327 420.

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Check out the TAICENN Embedded Box PC TBOX Series

cadmin / January 23, 2019

Incredible Embedded Boxed PC Range – Special feature design, unique reliability & stability TAICENN TBOX series are rugged, compact, fan-less design, high-performance, lower power consumption designed embedded Box PC. TAICENN TBOX uses full-sealed box structure, it can prevent dust from entering the device system; large aluminium fin heat sink can distribute the heat effectively and quickly; TBOX series can be widely used in industrial & automation application environment, has been qualified and used in all kinds of industrial & embedded, automation projects. Using these Boxed PC offers several key advantages: Complete solution – hardware, software, OS and all other required functionality. VGA / DVI outputs to easily drive TFT monitors and controller cards. Very easy to integrate as all components are boxed saving time, space and cost. Can be used to control external devices and offer more functionality Fully customizable to suit your application in terms of size and performance. Fan-less design, high performance & low consumption: Optional with Baytrail, Apollo lake, Broadwell, Skylake CPU processors, high performance, and low power consumption. Full-sealed aluminium structure: Full-sealed design, Large fin heat sink design, effectively heat distribution, beautiful appearance design. Wide voltage design, and wide temp. range design: Different Wide voltage design to meet different application situations; High quality mainboard & components, special rugged design to support industrial wide temp. range -20℃ ~ +60℃; All series product optional support -40℃ ~+70℃ range, for some rugged applications and requirements. Compact & small design Several versions box structure design to provide plentiful I/O options; Different I/O options for better cost effective. To see an overview of the full range please visit our webapge – http://crystal-display.com/products/embedded-systems/ For more information including pricing and a data sheet please email info@crystal-display.com or call our main office on +44 (0) 1634 327 420.