Overview
VIA ALTA DS 2 Android Signage System
Bring your digital signage to life with the VIA ALTA DS 2. This compact fanless Android media player provides dual independent Full HD screen support for a host of digital signage applications ranging from kiosks, POS systems, and menu boards to TVOIP, cloud streaming, and Out of Home Advertising for a wide variety of retail, hospitality, entertainment, entertainment, and education deployments.
Hardware
The VIA ALTA DS 2 is powered by a 1.0GHz dual core VIA Elite E1000 Cortex-A9 SoC with a high-performance 2D/3D graphics and video engine that supports Open GL ES 3.0 hardware acceleration and simultaneous multiple Full HD video playback.
The system integrates a rich set of I/O features through the front and rear panels of its ultra-compact fanless chassis measuring just 180mm x 120mm x 25mm (W x H x D), including two USB 2.0 ports, one SD Card slot, line-in/out audio jacks, two HDMI-out ports, two Mini USB 2.0 ports, and one Gigabit Ethernet port. Onboard features include 2GB DDR3 SDRAM and up to 16GB eMMC Flash memory as well as support for a 2.5” SATA HDD/SSD (project-based support). High-speed wireless networking capabilities are available through an optional 802.11b/g/n USB dongle.
Software
Compatible with the latest Android Signage Content Management apps, the VIA ALTA DS 2 is available with a signage software solution pack featuring Android 4.4.2 as well as the VIA Smart ETK comprising a number of APIs, including Watchdog Timer (WDT) for safeguarding against system crashes, WOL, RTC wake-up, and a sample app.
A full set of software customization services that speed up time to market and minimize development costs is also available. If you are looking for large-scale network signage and kiosk deployments, VIA offers cloud-based device management support for remote monitoring, control, and silent OTA software updates for both OS and apps.
Independent Software Vendors and System Integrators interested in working with VIA to develop solutions based on the system are invited to contact us to learn more about the VIA Embedded Digital Signage ISV program.
Applications
With dual Full HD independent screen support, rich 3D graphics and HD video performance, and advanced software support, the VIA ALTA DS 2 is the ideal system-ready single client solution to power Android-based digital signage displays where high-performance video and connectivity are paramount for enhanced customer engagement.
Datasheet
Get the PDF version of the ALTA DS 2 datasheet, or browse the information below:
Model Name | ALTA DS 2 |
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Processor | 1.0GHz VIA Elite E1000 Cortex-A9 dual-core SoC |
System Memory | 2GB DDR3 SDRAM onboard |
Storage | 4GB eMMC Flash memory Up to 16GB eMMC (optional) Supports 1 2.5" SATA HDD/SSD (Project-based only) |
Bootloader | 4MB SPI Flash ROM |
Graphics | 3 integrated, independent 2D/3D and video processing units Graphics engine supporting OpenGL® ES 3.0 hardware acceleration Supports MPEG-2, VC-1 and H.264 video decoding up to 1080p |
LAN | Realtek RTL8111G-CG |
Audio | Wolfson WM8960 Audio Codec |
HDMI | Integrated HDMI 1.4 transmitter 2nd from ADV7511 |
Front Panel I/O | 2 USB 2.0 ports 1 SD card slot 2 Audio jacks: Line-out and Mic-in (shared with CIR, optional) 1 Power on/off button & power indicator LED |
Back Panel I/O | 2 Mini USB 2.0 ports (optional) - 1 for Wi-Fi - 1 for UART1 TX/RX 2 HDMI ports (1 optional) 1 Gigabit Ethernet port 1 DC-in jack |
Power Supply | 12V DC-in (typical: 5.12W) |
Operating System | Android 4.4.2, Kernel 3.10.0 |
Operating Temperature | 0°C ~ 40°C |
Operating Humidity | 0 ~ 90% @ 40°C (non-condensing) |
Storage Temperature | -20°C ~ 70°C |
Dimensions | 175mm(W) x 25mm(H) x118(D) (6.88" x 0.98" x 4.64") |
Weight | 0.555kg (1.22lbs) |
Compliance | CE / FCC |
Downloads
ALTA DS 2 Documentation
Document | Version | Date |
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Operating Guide | v1.61 | 2016-06-14 |
Android 4.4.2 | ||
Android Development Guide v3.0.12 | v1.08 | 2015-10-22 |
Android Evaluation Guide v3.0.12 | v1.05 | 2015-10-22 |
Smart ETK Programming Guide | v1.00 | 2015-08-25 |
Android 4.3 | ||
Android Development Guide BSP v2.2.2 | v1.00 | 2015-05-19 |
Android Evaluation Guide for EVK v2.2.2 | v1.00 | 2015-05-19 |
VIA DMS Documentation | v1.1 | 2015-01-21 |
Smart ETK Programming Guide | v0.0.2 | 2014-08-29 |
Auto-Update Tool User Guide | v1.3 | 2014-08-29 |
ALTA DS 2 Software Downloads
Software | Version | Date |
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Android 4.4.2 | ||
Android 4.4.2 Board Support Package (BSP) (4.7GB) | v3.0.12 | 2015-10-22 |
Android 4.4.2 Evaluation Kit (EVK) (628.4MB) | v3.0.12 | 2015-10-22 |
Android 4.3 with DMS Support | ||
Android 4.3 Board Support Package (BSP) (3.3GB) | v2.2.2 | 2015-05-21 |
Android 4.3 Evaluation Kit (EVK) (155.5MB) | v2.2.2 | 2015-05-21 |
- U-Boot version: 2013.07
- Kernel version: 3.10.0
- Evaluation image: Android Kit Kat 4.4.2
- Support eMMC boot
- Support SD Card, SATA, eMMC storage
- Support 2 HDMI (Max resolution 1920×1080): single, dual, and extended views
- Support HDMI audio for HDMI1
- Support CIR
- Support Gigabit Ethernet
- Support USB: keyboard, mouse, flash drive, UVC camera
- Support VNT9271 USB Wi-Fi dongle
- Support 1080p hardware video decoding for H.264, VC-1, MPEG-2, VP8
- Support Smart ETK v0.0.19: Watchdog, Wake On LAN, RTC wake-up, suspend, restart
- Bug Fix: MAC Address handling in installation script
- U-Boot version: 2013.07
- Kernel version: 3.4.39
- Evaluation image: Android Jelly Bean 4.3
- Support eMMC boot
- Support SD Card, SATA, eMMC storage
- Support 2 HDMI (Max resolution 1920×1080): single, dual, and extended views
- Support HDMI audio for HDMI1
- Support CIR
- Support Gigabit Ethernet
- Support USB: keyboard, mouse, flash drive, UVC camera
- Support VNT9271 USB Wi-Fi dongle
- Support 1080p hardware video decoding for H.264, VC-1, MPEG-2, VP8
- Support Smart ETK v0.0.17: Watchdog, Wake On LAN, RTC wake-up, suspend, restart
- Support Device Management System (DMS) 1.1
- Fixed video lagging issue on split mode
- Fixed unexpected USB reset issue
Ordering
ALTA DS 2 Ordering Information
Part Number | CPU | Description |
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VT60800014003-T | VIA Elite E1000 @ 1.0GHz | 1.0GHz VIA Elite E1000 Cortex-A9 Android signage system with 2GB DDR3 RAM, 4GB eMMC, 2 HDMI-out, 2 USB 2.0 ports, 2 Mini USB 2.0 ports, SD card slot, Gigabit Ethernet, Stand holder, US power cord, 12V DC-in Packing List: ALTA DS 2 system, Stand holder, AC-to-DC adapter, Power cord (US type) |
ALTA DS 2 Accessories
Part Number | Description |
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Wireless Modules | |
00GO27100BU2B0D0 | VNT9271 IEEE 802.11b/g/n USB Wi-Fi dongle |
Mounting Options | |
VT6076-C0000A1 | VESA mount cradle |
Cable Accessories | |
99G33-080297 | Debug cable (TX/RX) |
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