The Matrix MXE-1200 series is the latest addition to the ADLINK's Matrix E series. It is based on the Intel® Atom? N270 1.6 GHz processor and provides 12 serial ports for device communication and control. This distinctive feature delivers to the ability to access multiple devices using a compact and rugged controller without the need for additional serial communication cards.Leveraging the design of the Matrix MXE-1000 series, the MXE-1200 series retains all the remarkable features of the Matrix E series, including rugged -20 to 70°c fanless operation, 5 Grms vibration resistance, and 6-36 VDC wide range power input. The design of serial ports is also flexible to meet the need of a wide variety of applications. Two of the 12 COM ports can be configured to RS-232, RS-422 or RS-485 via a BIOS setting. Two of the 12 COM ports can be configured to RS-232, RS-422 or RS-485 via a BIOS setting. Two of the 12 COM ports are RS-232 COM Ports (COM3 & COM4). The remaining eight COM ports are either RS-232 (MXE-1212/232), RS-422 (MXE-1212/422) or RS-485 (MXE-1212/485). The MXE-1200 series is also equipped with a mini-PCIe socket, USIM socket, and pre-installed SMA-to-IPEX antenna cable to support expansion of wireless communication capabilities.Combining reliability, compactness, and a unique feature of 12 COM ports, the MXE-1200 series perfectly fits for
communicating with external devices which will greatly benefit many applications such as toll gate control (RS-232), automatic fare collection systems (RS-232), and smart grid (RS-422/485).