Munich, June 2010 – For the KIOSK EUROPE EXPO 2010, DSM Computer GmbH has extended its comprehensive product portfolio of embedded computer systems for sophisticated kiosk and digital signage solutions with full HD functionality. In addition to a special embedded PC module for the integration in various displays, the high-performance NanoServer^® E8-GM45, the robust BookSize and compact PicoBox PCs can be used as external monitor control computer. 

Christian Lang, marketing manager at DSM Computer, said: “For more than three years we have also been concentrating on the rapidly growing POI/POS and digital signage market where we can offer a wide range of solutions for the various applications. In addition to our standard systems, we are also developing custom solutions for the multimedia area. At the trade show, we exhibit a very compact computer with PCI Express™ x16 graphic card for controlling information steles and large format displays.” 

DSM Computer’s full HD-capable DSM Public Display systems combine a high-performance embedded-PC module for the display control with a large-format TFT monitor. The DSM computer module that is only 41 mm high can be used for any screen size and can be inserted without extensive cabling and without additional power supply in the slot provided in the display. Currently, various TFT monitor types of the NEC^®MultiSync^® and MULTEOS^® series with a screen diagonal size of 102 cm (42 inch) or 117 cm (46 inch) are supported. On request, public display systems with 165 cm (65 inch) diagonal monitors can be supplied. In addition, DSM also offers Able Design displays with 119 cm (47 inch) or 107 cm (42 inch) diagonal size, optionally available with IP54 (Front IP65) degree of protection, that are particularly suitable for outdoor applications. 

DSM’s 58-mm high NanoServer^® E8-GM45 can be used to control high-resolution full HD displays with a maximum resolution of 2048 x 1536 pixels. As an option, two monitors can be supported independent of each other. Despite its extremely compact design, its integrated Intel^® Core™ 2 Duo processor with Intel^® GM45/ICH9M chipset allows the embedded system to provide high computing and graphical performance. The GMA 4500MHD on-board graphical controller with Intel^® Clear Video technology can decode high-resolution HD videos in the format AVC/VC2/MPEG2 and so relieve load from the processor. Because no dedicated graphic memory is present, depending on the associated requirement, the chipset uses a dynamic part of the main memory that can have a maximum capacity of 2 x 4 GB.

The robust PicoBox operates without fan and with dimensions of just 180 x 180 x 55 mm can be installed flexibly in the POI/POS system. In addition to the DVI and the VGA interface used to connect a display, USB 2.0 ports, GigaBit LAN, serial outputs and a PS/2 interface provide a high degree of flexibility. Thanks to a separate interface cover plate, further interfaces can be made available externally. The compact DSM BookSize computers that differ with regard to processor performance and number of interfaces are also suitable for the high-performance control of public displays. Such computers provide a slot and a built-in AC power pack.

SANTA CLARA, Calif., April 15, 2010 — Agilent Technologies Inc. (NYSE: A) today announced the release of Agilent VEE 9.2, an interactivegraphical programming software application for test and measurement. Agilent VEE 9.2 provides support for Microsoft Windows 7.

VEE 9.2 helps engineers and scientists reduce programming time and quickly complete measurement tasks. VEE 9.2 retains the high-performance, multithreading and multi-core programming features of VEE 9.0 and is backwards compatible. Programs developed in VEE 9.0 work seamlessly in VEE 9.2.

“Agilent is committed to deliver test and measurement programming software that helps our customers keep pace with the latest technology,” said Ee Huei Sin, vice president and general manager of Agilent’s Basic Instruments Division. “The introduction of VEE 9.2 is further evidence of our ongoing goal of simplifying the tasks of our users.”

Customers currently using Agilent VEE 9.0 can download a free copy of VEE 9.2 by going to www.agilent.com/find/vee_download.

About Agilent VEE

Agilent VEE is interactive software for testing and advanced analysis. Through the simple assembly of task-oriented building blocks — measurement, analysis and programming — Agilent VEE provides rapid feedback about product and process performance. Its built-in MATLAB® analysis and visualization functions provide additional insights.

The software is available in four versions: Agilent VEE Pro, Agilent VEE Express, Agilent VEE Education and AgilentVEE Student. A subset of Agilent VEE Pro, Agilent VEE Express is optimized for use by design-validation and manufacturing engineers who perform measurements, monitoring and data logging with devices such as the Agilent USB data acquisition modules. As the names suggest, Agilent VEE Education and Agilent VEE Student address the needs of academic users.

U.S. Pricing and Availability

Agilent VEE 9.2 is currently available worldwide for the same price as VEE 9.0. Agilent VEE Pro 9.2 is priced at $1,800, Agilent VEE Express 9.2 at $900, and Agilent VEE Student at $150.

More information about the Agilent VEE 9.2 can be found at www.agilent.com/find/vee_pr. High-resolution images are available at www.agilent.com/find/VEE_9.2_images.

About Agilent Technologies’ Low-Cost Instruments (LCI)

An increasing number of field engineers and technicians worldwide are asking for measurement instruments that can be easily transported for installation and maintenance activities. To meet these needs, instruments must have three key attributes: mobility, accuracy and affordability.

Agilent’s low-cost instrument initiative is focused on providing high-value test equipment in these key areas. Products include bench, handheld and modular devices such as basic power supplies, benchtop and handheld digital multimeters, handheld oscilloscopes, USB data acquisition devices, display testers, Agilent VEE software, and connectivity gateways.

The industry has taken note: These products have won numerous awards over the years. The awards include Design News’ 2009 Golden Mousetrap Award for Best Products, Elektronik magazine’s Product of the Year, EDN’s Hot 100 Product, analogZONE’s Best Value Portable Test Equipment, Test & Measurement World’s Best in Test category winner and Electrical Construction & Maintenance (EC&M) magazine’s Product of the Year category winner.

More information about Agilent LCI is available on the Web at www.agilent.com/find/lci_backgrounder.

About Agilent Technologies

Agilent Technologies Inc. (NYSE: A) is the world’s premier measurement company and a technology leader in communications, electronics, life sciences and chemical analysis. The company’s 16,000 employees serve customers in more than 110 countries. Agilent had net revenues of $4.5 billion in fiscal 2009. Information about Agilent is available on the Web at www.agilent.com.