Example Application - Mobile Infotainment System

Vehicles have long had built-in entertainment systems available as standard or as options. Off the shelf components from Advanced Micro Peripherals Ltd. allows the creation of a system that is not just an advanced entertainment system but also can be used by the vehicle operator to collect vital information about the vehicles status.

Tiny886ULP PC/104+ Embedded Computer Audio2000 PC/104+ 6 Channel Audio Controller CAN104 PC/104 Dual CAN controller Cardbus2000 PC/104+ Cardbus Controller AVC-TVR PC/104+ TV/FM Radio Receiver MPEG4000XLP PC/104+ MPEG-4 Video Codec-->
COMPONENTS
Tiny886ULPThe Tiny886ULP PC/104+ computer controls the system and provides the human interface via readily available PS/2 and USB peripherals and a range of display options. The Tiny886ULP allows the system to be used as a comprehensive vehicle PC for Navigation, Asset Management, filing reports, preparing statements etc. Its integrated VGA also allows for advanced optics to be employed such as a camera for rear view purposes or an infra red camera to help with night time driving.
CAN104The CAN104 allows the system to be integrated easily into the vehicles onboard network for retrieval of status information and other data from the many sensors that are fitted to modern vehicles. This data can be stored for later retrieval allowing for in depth logging and monitoring of vehicle performance whilst it is away from base.
CardBus2000The CardBus2000 provides an easy way of extending the system via a wide range of available PCMCIA and CardBus Products. This could include GPS modules for navigation purposes and GRPS modems to provide connectivity between vehicle and operator at any point for data retrieval and tracking purposes.
AVC-TVRThe AVC-TVR is a PC/104+ card that combines video capture and overlay technologies with FM Radio and TV tuner modules. This allows the system to completely replace existing entertainment in-vehicle products. The AVC-TVR can also accept up to 3 analogue video inputs for connecting rear view and infra red cameras.
AUDIO2000The Audio2000 provides 6 channel sound output for excellent multimedia performance. It also features 2 audio inputs ideal for adding voice communications to the system when combined with a GRPS modem.
MPEG4000XLPThe MPEG4000XLP is an advanced hardware MPEG-4 codec module that can be used to capture video from vehicle cameras and playback MPEG4 files for entertainment.
BRIDGE2000The Bridge2000 is an active PC/104+ bridge board that facilitates the construction of advanced PC/104+ systems that would normally be limited by the available PCI data lines.