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Chapter 2 • Technical data
1 Introduction
1.1 The perfect system for any automation task
Now more than ever, competitive control and HMI solutions must be complete, scalable and tailored to the appli-
cation at hand. A wide range of product types and various options for flexible system expansion are extremely
important in machine manufacturing. For this reason, intelligent all-in-one solutions that offer users the highest level
of freedom with regard to control topology are important components for automation. Cost-effective solutions can
be implemented by adapting the system precisely to the respective application, as is proven by the vast number
of Power Panels operating in the field.
Combining control, HMI and drive technology into one system makes it possible to offer intelligent complete solu-
tions with a high level of integration that can be easily connected to various automation infrastructures. Compact
Power Panel devices are designed for use in the harshest industrial environments and ensure the highest level
of operating comfort. Uniform project development and integrated language-switching options make B&R control
panels a worldwide industry standard.
1.2 Panels with the power of an industrial PC
Powered by Intel® Atom™ architecture, the new Power Panel 500 series delivers performance previously only
possible with industrial PCs. The Intel® Atom™ Z5xx processors equipped in the Power Panel 500 have enough
power to handle even the most challenging applications. There is also plenty of room for RAM – up to 2 GB. This
extensive product range includes panels ranging from 5.7" VGA to 15" XGA displays with intuitive touch screen
and function keys. Gigabit Ethernet ensures high-speed communication over the plant network. Additional fieldbus
interfaces or another gigabit Ethernet interface can also be added if needed. When designing the Power Panel 500,
developers focused specifically on minimizing installation depth so that these systems can be used in extremely
tight spaces.