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Compact Embedded Mini PC & Observing Chair for Astronomers

Explore the latest equipment for astronomers, including an embedded mini PC perfect for telescope control and an observing chair designed for comfort and portability.

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Compact Embedded Mini PC & Observing Chair for Astronomers

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  1. March 2009 AOAS Equipment Tips and Tricks

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

  3. EmbeddedMini 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

  4. 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

  5. EmbeddedMini PC • Processor -- Vortex86DX (aka MSTI PDX-600) clocked at 1GHz • Memory -- 256GB 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 802.11g 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

  6. 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

  7. 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" - 33.6" (from 56.5 - 85.5 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

  8. Where To Buy Embedded Mini PC Observing Chair • www.compactpc.com.tw • www.fullcompass.com

  9. The End Questions?

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