Cincoze P1201 – A slim Atom x6000E Elkhart Lake PC for embedded and panel PC applications with a CDS connector

Cincoze P1201 is a slim embedded computer based on an Atom x6000E Elkhart Lake processor and mostly designed for panel PC applications thanks to the company’s patented CDS (Convertible Display System) connector that allows the mini PC to slide into the back of a display for easy installation.

Equipped with up to 32GB RAM, SATA and/or mSATA storage, the P1201 can also be used for generic embedded and industrial applications thanks to DisplayPort and VGA video interfaces, two Gigabit Ethernet ports, optional wireless modules for WiFi, Bluetooth, and cellular, terminal blocks for RS232, RS485, and digital I/Os, as well as support for a wide supply voltage up 48V, and a -40°C to 70°C operating temperature range.

Cincoze P1201 specifications:

• Elkhart Lake SoC (one or the other)
  • Intel Atom x6425E quad-core processor @ 2.00 GHz / 3.0 GHz with 1.5MB cache, 32 EU UHD graphics; 12W TDP
  • Intel Atom x6211E dual-core processor @ 1.30 GHz / 3.0 GHz with 1.5 MB cache, 16 EU UHD graphics; 6W TDP
• System Memory – Up to 32GB (non-ECC) DDR4 3200 MHz via 1x SO-DIMM Socket
• Storage
  • 2.5-inch front accessible SATA 3.0 HDD/SSD drive bay
  • 1x mSATA Socket (SATA 3.0, shared with mini PCIe socket)
• Video Otuput
  • 1x CDS (Convertible Display System) connector up to 1080p60
  • 1x DisplayPort connector  up to 4096 x 2304 @ 60Hz according to CPU specifications, but verified up to 3840 x 2160 @ 60Hz
  • VGA up to 1920 x 1200 @ 60 Hz
  • Triple independent displays support
• Audio
  • Realtek ALC888 High-Definition audio codec
  • 3.5mm Line-out jack
  • 3.5mm Mic-in jack
  • Internal Speaker – AMP 2W + 2W
• Networking
  • 2x Gigabit Ethernet RJ45 port via Intel i210 controllers
  • Optional WiFi and Bluetooth via Intel CNVi module
  • Optional cellular via mini PCIe module and SIM card slot
• USB – 3x 10Gbps USB 3.2 Gen2 Type-A ports, 1x 480Mbps USB 2.0 Type-A port
• Serial – 3x RS-232/422/485 COM ports with Auto Flow Control (DB9 connectors)
• Expansion
  • 8x Isolated DIO (4x DI/4x DO) via 10-pin Terminal Block
  • 1x Full-size Mini-PCIe Socket + SIM Socket
  • 1x M.2 Key E Type 2230 socket with support for Intel CNVi/Wireless module
  • CFM (Control Function Module) Interface
    • 1x CFM IGN Interface for optional CFM-IGN Module Expansion
    • 1x CFM PoE Interface for optional CFM-PoE Module Expansion
• Misc
  • Clear CMOS switch
  • Reset button
  • Instant Reboot (0.2s)
  • Watchdog timer
  • OSD Buttons – LCD On/Off, Brightness Up, Brightness Down
  • Status LEDs – Power, HDD, Temperature
  • SuperCap for CMOS Battery maintenance-free operation
• Power Supply
  • 9 – 48VDC via 3-pin terminal block
  • ATX Power On/Off Button and AT/ATX Mode Switch
  • Remote Power On/Off via 2-pin Terminal Block
  • Reverse Power Input Protection
  • Over Voltage Protection
    • Protection Range: 51~58V
    •  Protection Type: shut down operating voltage, re-power on at the preset level to recover
  • Over Current Protection – 15A
• Dimensions – 204.5 x 149 x 41.5 mm (extruded aluminum chassis with heavy-duty metal)
• Weight – 1.54 kg
• Temperature Range
  • Operating: -40°C to 70°C tested with PassMark BurnInTest: 100% CPU, 2D/3D Graphics (without thermal throttling)
  • Storage – -40°C to 85°C
• Relative Humidity – 95% RH @ 70°C (non-condensing)
• MTBF – 283,091 Hours – Database: Telcordia SR-332 Issue3, Method 1, Case 3
• Shock – Operating, 50 Grms (w/ SSD, according to IEC60068-2-27)
• Vibration
  • Operating, 5 Grms, 5-500 Hz, 3 Axes (w/ SSD, according to IEC60068-2-64)
  • Operating, 1 Grms, 10-500 Hz, 3 Axes (w/ SSD, according to IEC60068-2-6)
• EMC
  • CE, UKCA, FCC, ICES-003 Class A
  • EN61000-6-4, EN61000-6-2 (24VDC Input Only)
• Safety – UL, cUL, CB, IEC/EN 62368-1

The Cincoze P1201 adopts a fanless design to protect the electronics from dust and hazardous substances, and the company offers Wall, VESA, CDS, and DIN Rail mounting options. Supported operating systems include Windows 10 and Linux with the latter supported upon request.

The company could have done a better job of explaining their CDS connector because at first, I was confused since it does not show up in the I/O description at all above. Eventually, I understood the white connector in the video embedded further below is the CDS connector, and as I understand it, we can just remove the cover next to the 2.5-inch HDD tray to reveal the connector and slide the P1201 mini PC into one of the company’s CDS displays from 8-inch to 24-inch in size.

You may find a few more details in patent No. M482908 entitled “Modular convertible display system for industrial application” registered in 2014 in Taiwan.

So basically the Cincoze P1201 is a dual-use Elkhart Lake embedded PC that can easily be transformed into an industrial-grade panel PC. Pricing for the computer and CDS display is not public, but you may find additional detail on the product page.

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