Nuremberg -- congatec AG, a leading manufacturer of embedded computer modules, announces a Windows® Embedded Compact 7 version of the conga-QMX6 Qseven module based on the Freescale i.MX6 ARM Cortex A9 processor. Windows Embedded Compact 7 (WEC7) is the latest generation of Windows CE operating systems designed for innovative embedded applications such as those based on the Qseven form factor.

WEC7 provides a 32-bit hard real-time operating system with Silverlight support, a customizable user interface, a new multimedia player, Internet Explorer with Flash 10.1 and a powerful development tool. In addition, it provides customized development and design tools for programmers; XAML and C++ can be used.

A ready-to-use WEC7 board support package is provided in partnership with Adeneo for the conga-QMX6 Qseven module with Freescale’s i.MX6 ARM Cortex A9 processor. As a result, customers worldwide now benefit from a cost-effective end-to-end solution that accelerates the development of their embedded applications.

Adeneo, a congatec software partner since late 2012, is a member of the Freescale "Design Alliance Program" and an official Freescale partner for Windows Embedded Compact, Android and embedded Linux developments on the i.MX processor architecture.

The conga-QMX6 is equipped with a state-of-the-art 3D-capable high-end HD graphics interface and is ideal for demanding multimedia applications. Target markets include manufacturers of mobile and ultra mobile industrial devices as well as medical, automotive and industrial automation applications.