Arbor Solution Adds to Its Line of Transportation Box PCs Designed for Fleet Management

SAN JOSE, Calif., March 12, 2015 /PRNewswire/ -- Arbor Solution has added to its lineup of transportation box PCs with the introduction of model ARTS-1450. The highly integrated, robust, in-vehicle unit offers the ultimate in ultra-compact design along with high performance, stability, and rich expansion capabilities through a multitude of I/O connections. It also provides real-time, two-way data and voice communications. Its power-efficient Intel® Atom™ quad-core E3845 SoC, 1.91GHz processor provides extraordinary performance. The unit is designed specifically for fleet operations, whether it be car, truck or bus.

"Our ARTS-1450 delivers security, efficiency, communication, and energy control, making it perfect to satisfy the demands of even the toughest of fleet operations," stated Brian Yurkiw, Arbor Solution vice president. "Its fanless, robust design provides a high degree of stability, allowing it to withstand the shock and vibration associated with fleet vehicles constantly on the go. This versatile unit is suitable for a wide variety of applications in government and commercial fleets. The product is well suited for installation in buses, on trains, and in a wide variety of truck fleets."

Expansion Capabilities

The Arbor Solution ARTS-1450 comes with extensive I/O supporting a wide variety of applications and peripherals. Standard I/O includes: two each RS232 and RS-232/485 serial ports with DB-9 connectors; one type-A USB 3.0 and two type-A USB 2.0 ports; one RJ-45 gigabit Ethernet LAN port; one DVI-D female connector and one DB15 VGA connector; five SMA female-connector holes for external antennas; extensive digital I/O (1 x 8 bit digital I/O, and audio (line-out and mic-in)). Optional CAN BUS 2.0B and 4-channel CCTV I/O offer even more functionality.

Externally-accessible SIM sockets connected to dual WWAN modules support seamless switching between different carriers and offer potential cost savings, improved effective coverage and more extensive bandwidth, which is particularly useful for long haul trucking. By connecting an optional standalone GPS module to the unit, navigation and tracking is supported. Two mini-PCIe sockets provide the HSUPA and LTE communications.  The third mini-PCIe socket provides WiFi and Bluetooth communications.

Real-Time Communications

The ARTS-1450 can also be applied for vehicle safety control and surveillance. With the optional embedded CAN BUS 2.0B interface, data from the vehicle – such as temperature, fluid levels and tire pressure, engine speed – can be collected, and acted upon. Via 3G/4G, the unit can provide continuous real-time communication between drivers and a control or dispatch center. This allows managers to monitor vehicle status anytime and anywhere, especially important during emergencies. With four-channel CCTV, the device can also deliver surveillance capabilities, which are a critical factor for most fleet operators.

Other Features

Additional features found in the Arbor Solution ARTS-1450 include:

• Ultra-compact size: 7.9" x 7.1", ultra-lightweight of 3.3 lbs., makes it an ideal solution for vehicles with limited space
• Wide-operating temperature (-40°F to 158°F) range allows unit to be operated in extreme environments
• Compliant with MIL-STD-810G for drop and vibration protection

Availability and Pricing

The Arbor Solution ARTS-1450 is available now from authorized resellers throughout the U.S. and Canada. It has a starting MSRP of $585 (not including RAM, storage or operating system). As with all Arbor Solution products, it may be customized to user's preferences.

For more information about the ARTS-1450, click here.

About Arbor Solution, Inc. North America

Arbor Solution, Inc. North America provides embedded systems and rugged tablets to a variety of markets. Its expertise as an Industrial PC (IPC) provider makes it uniquely positioned to provide reliable solutions through a customer-first approach. Its products are known for their high productivity, convenience, efficiency, cost-effectiveness, and dependability. The company is at the forefront of the technology required to conduct business in challenging applications, encompassing operating environments to product size and the coding needed for specialized applications. Arbor Solution North America offices are located in the US in San Jose, CA; Florence, MA; and Flower Mound, TX; and in Canada in Ottawa, Ontario. The company is part of Taiwan-based Arbor Technology Corporation.

For more information, visit www.arborsolution.com or e-mail us at [email protected].

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