Really cool new computer toy for your boat!
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I just got this press release in and this is really cool. Now you don’t have to leave your tech head friends at the dock. This is a solid-state (ie. no moving parts) computer for onboard your yacht ( a boat not really intended for fishing on) but I bet it would work on a big fishing boat too. What I don’t see on their site is a monitor for the beer supply!
KRILL SYSTEMS UNVEILS RUGGED SOLID-STATE BLACK BOX PC
Vessel System Monitoring Leader Develops New Dedicated Computer Offering Maximum Reliability In Harsh Marine Conditions
Bainbridge Island, Wash. – Krill Systems, a leading manufacturer of digital marine instrument solutions, announced today the Krill Black Box PC. A bulletproof platform designed specifically to run Krill’s powerful boat monitoring software, the Black Box PC provides protection against the security and reliability issues of off-the-shelf computer systems. Its solid-state design contains no moving parts and is ideally suited to withstand the harsh pounding and extreme conditions associated with the marine environment. Rugged, reliable and low-power, the Krill Black Box PC is the ideal platform to run Krill monitoring software on any boat and ensure the integrity of onboard systems while owners are on or away from their vessels.
Running the latest Krill vessel monitoring software on an embedded version of Windows XP, the Krill Black Box computer maintains the integrity of the monitoring solution and protect against physical crashes. Designed without fans, hard disks or any other moving parts, Krill’s Black Box PC eliminates problems commonly caused in regular computers by wear and tear on internal hardware components. The device also runs only the Krill Soft Display software, restricting boaters from loading other applications such as games that can alter system parameters and compromise the device’s functionality and monitoring capabilities. This feature also makes the system impervious to viruses and other malicious software that can result from downloading files off the web. A true marine solution, the Krill PC consumes one-third less power than standard computers so that boaters can run the monitoring solution 24/7 without fear of costly electric bills or draining onboard batteries. The Krill Black Box PC software is completely scalable and as new system monitoring features are added, such as the recent support for NMEA 2000 and engine data monitoring, it can be easily upgraded to incorporate the latest features and capabilities.
“The new Krill Black Box PC is the result of extensive research as well as numerous requests for a reliable marine computer from both boaters and resellers alike,” said Casey Cox, president – Krill Systems. “Our PC eliminates costly dealer tech support calls due to problems stemming from third-party software incompatibility and malicious programs, and provides boaters the security of a solid hardware platform that monitors their vessel systems, heading off expensive and time consuming repairs.”
Krill’s Black Box PC has a robust sealed cast aluminum construction that is designed to absorb and dissipate vibration, and protect from dust. With no moving parts or fans, the computer features an Intel ULV Celeron M 1.1 GHz processor, 1GB System Memory, a CompactFlash™ Disk Drive and an embedded Windows XP operating system. Supported connections include DVI, VGA, S-Video and composite video input and output ports, as well as a 100Mb Ethernet and a USB Port. The Black Box PC boasts a scant 54W power consumption, 12-24V DC operation, and a compact (252mm x 137mm x 69mm) size. The 4.4-pound device is CE, FCC and UL approved. Environmental specifications include an operating temperature range of -20 to +60 C (-4 to 140 F) and up to 95% non-condensing humidity. The rugged Krill Black Box PC can withstand vibration up to 5G (rms) and shock of up to 50G. The computer includes a 2-year limited parts and labor warranty.
Pricing and Availability:
The Krill Systems Black Box PC is priced at $2295 and is currently available at marine retailers throughout the United States and Canada. For more information the Krill Black Box PC, Krill Systems, Krill’s complete line of digital instruments and vessel monitoring products, or to locate the nearest Krill reseller, please call 206-780-2901 or visit www.krillsystems.com.
See, I told you it was cool! Now I just need to get a boat big enough to justify one, and for them to install a sensor for the level of beer in the hold.
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