Chapter 1 Overview; Introduction; Features & Benefits - Advantech DSA-3400 User Manual

Chapter 1 Overview

1.1 Introduction

DSA-3400 is a small profile; all-in-one Windows® XPE ready network appliance and control box
for Digital Signage Application. The compact, easy-to-implement network appliance that enables
centralized control, scheduling and delivery of multimedia content for digital signage through
IP/Ethernet networks. Built on x86 platform and standards I/O, it is easy for application
developing and can be integrated with PDPs (Plasma Display Panel), LCDs with a multi-vendor
networking environment. A wireless option is available for locations where a wiring infrastructure
is not available for network connectivity. A TV-tuner option is also available for integrate the TV
function into the signage application. DSA-3400 combines with the EWF, WDT and Boot
schedule SDK give the maximum reliability for digital signage application.
1.2 Features & Benefits
1.2.1 High Performance
‧DSA-3400 series incorporate an Intel® Celeron M 1.5GHz/ Intel® Pentium M 1.6GHz
processor for smooth program playback, and include 512 MB of base memory and a default
40GB hard disk drive for program and storage of media files.
1.2.2 Compact & Robust Form Factor
‧The small foot-print and low-profile case design of DSA-3400 series was designed to facilitate
different types of mounting and installation.
1.2.3 Network-Manageable
‧ DSA-3400 series function as the IP-addressable client so that they can be connected locally
through a Local Area Network or remotely through Wide Area Network.
1.2.4 Wireless & Tuner Options
‧ DSA-3400 series can be connected to the network either via a wireless connection or through
standard Ethernet cable. DSA-3400 also come with a tuner-integrated option which enable the
incorporating live TV programs as part of presentation material.
1.2.5 Enhanced Reliability
‧ DSA-3400 series integrated the EWF (Enhanced Write Filter) function, WDT (Watch Dog
Timer) and schedule boot SDK. Running under Microsoft Windows® XP Embedded OS, EWF
provides a facility for protecting a partition from write accesses. It makes the system always keep
in its original state to maximum the system reliability.
1.2.6 Options for Expansion
‧DSA-3400 series integrates the EWF (Enhanced Write Filter) function ,WDT (Watch Dog Timer)
and scheduled boot-up SDK. Running under Microsoft Windows® XP Embedded OS, EWF
provides a facility for protecting a partition from write accesses. It allows the system to maintain
its original state to maximum system reliability.
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