March 2009

New Products for Astronomers 1. Embedded Mini PC 2. Observing Chair

Embedded Mini PC  Made by DMP Electronics (Taiwan)  Compact computer based on the company's latest 32-bit, x86-compatible SoC (system on chip).  Low power - the fanless eBox-3300 uses under 10 watts, runs Windows XP at 1GHz, has bootable microSD and CompactFlash slots, supports PXE Boot  Sells for around $150.  Option for 2.5” Hard Disk Drive

Embedded Mini PC  Perfect for Telescope Control  Small & lightweight  Only 4.5” x 4.5” x 1.4” high  About the size of a 10-pack of CDs  Weighs only 1.1 lbs  Numerous Connectivity Options

Embedded Mini PC  Processor -- Vortex86DX (aka MSTI PDX-600) clocked at 1GHz  Memory GB of DDR2 RAM (expandability not specified)  Storage -- microSD and CompactFlash slots accessible from front panel  Networking -- 1 x 10/100 Ethernet (second port optional) Other I/O:1 x IDE  Optional g radio  3 x USB (2 in front, 1 rear)  2 x RS232 (optional)  Power requirements -- 5VDC  Runs Windows XP or Linux  VGA  Audio mic in and headphone/line out  PS/2 connector for keyboard or mouse (n/a with second LAN port)  Mini PCI slot (optional)  Operating temperature – -20 to 70 deg. C

Observing Chair  Quik-Lok D-749  Similar to the Starbound or Denver Observing Chairs  Positive stops for back and seat – no slippage.  Lighter and easier to pack

Observing Chair  Front to Back Depth: 12.4" (31.5 cm)  Side to Side Width: 16.3" (41.5 cm)  Thickness: 60 mm  Height Positions (9): from 22.2" " (from cm)  Frame Width: 14" (35.5 cm)  Frame Depth: 18.5" (47 cm)  Fold-up Size (W x H x D): 16.1" x 36.2" x 7" (41 x 92 x 18 cm)  Weight Capacity: 250 lbs. (112 kg)  Weight: 17.8 lbs. (8 kg)  Price – Under $110

 Where To Buy Embedded Mini PCObserving Chair 

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