$69 DOS Controller from JK microsystems

DAVIS, CA - February 1, 2003

At the exceptionally low price of $69 per unit, JK microsystems' new Flashlite 186 controller makes the convenience of a DOS based embedded system more affordable than ever.

Loaded with standard features, the Flashlite 186 is a fully programmable, compact, single board computer targeting data acquisition, industrial control and communications applications.

Built around a 33MHz 186 compatible processor, the Flashlite 186 controller offers users 44 configurable digital I/O lines, 512K DRAM and 512K Flash memory, two serial ports and a console/debug port. Additional features include an onboard 7-34V DC voltage regulator, two 16-bit timers, a watchdog timer, as well as a socket to expand non-volatile memory using M-Systems DiskOnChip.

Several of JK microsystems' peripherals are available for flexible expansion. The Flashlite 186 supports the addition of LCDs, keypads, 12-bit A/D channels, relay outputs, optically isolated inputs or high current drivers.

The preloaded, royalty-free DOS and flash file system provide a fast, yet comfortable environment for embedded development. The console/debug port leaves both hardware serial ports available for the user's application.

For the breakthrough price of $99, Flashlite 186 Development Kits provide a completely integrated hardware and software solution for developers. Kits include a Flashlite 186 single board computer, associated hardware and cables, Borland C/C++ version 4.52 compiler/debugger tools, driver libraries and documentation. Free email technical support is available directly from JK microsystems' engineers via support@jkmicro.com

The Flashlite 186 controller and development system add to JK microsystems' comprehensive line of cost-effective single board computers, building upon the company's history of blending functionality with affordability.

Flashlite 186 product photo.(261K)