Shuttle XPC Accessory PF27

Product Overview

The Shuttle XPC Accessory PF27 is a front panel upgrade kit designed to enhance the Windows Media Center experience for compatible Shuttle XPC barebones systems. It replaces the standard front panel with a stylish black mirrored G5 design featuring chrome buttons, stealth drive bays, and media connectors. The key feature is an integrated Vacuum Fluorescent Display (VFD) Media Display, which serves as a secondary display for system status information or Media Center details without obstructing the main screen.

This accessory allows users to customize their Shuttle XPC and integrate advanced media functionality.

Feature Highlight

Front Panel Design

• Color: Black
• Mirrored front design
• Stealthed drive bays and connectors

VFD Media Display

• Displays up to 20 characters
• Includes 16 media symbols
• Integrated infrared receiver
• Requires two internal USB ports
• Can display media status or hardware status

Remote Control

• Shuttle MCE Infrared Remote Control included
• Compatible with Microsoft's Media Center
• IR receiver is integrated into the VFD display

Compatibility

• Compatible with Shuttle XPC Barebones models: SD32G5, SD36G5, SK22G2, SN21G5, SN95G5
• Compatible with Microsoft Media Center (Windows XP or Windows Vista)
• Compatible with Shuttle XPC Tools Software

Specifications

VFD Screen Features

• Color: Black
• VFD stands for Vacuum Fluorescent Display, providing a versatile front panel display.
• VFD Screen Pattern: 1 line x 20 characters (using 5x8 dots each), with 16 media icons.
• Readable from up to 8 meters.
• Dimensions of the entire panel: 20 x 18.5 x 2 cm.
• Weight of the entire panel: 400g (+/- 20g).
• Includes internal USB connectors: 1x5, 1x5, 2x5 (cables included).
• Infrared Receiver integrated in the front panel.
• Shuttle Infrared Remote Control RC10 included (compatible with Windows Media Center).

Secondary Display Functions

• Compatible with Windows Media Center Software:
  • Windows XP Media Center 2005
  • Windows Vista Home Premium
  • Windows Vista Ultimate
• Shows Media Center mode or operation status.
• Icons provide quick reference.
• Displays TV channel number.

Shuttle XPC Tools Integration

• Displays CPU and System temperature.
• Provides easy reference during gaming.
• Shows CPU, Chipset, and AUX fan speed.
• Displays time and date information.
• Supports a personal message function.

System Compatibility

The Shuttle XPC Accessory PF27 requires two internal USB ports. The following table lists compatible Shuttle XPC Barebones models and their available internal USB ports (black chassis versions only).

Shuttle Remote Control RC10 Details

• Wireless solution using Infrared Protocol (IR RC6).
• Transmission distance: maximum 10 meters.
• Power source: 2x AAA batteries.
• Dimensions: 19.8 x 4.7 x 1.5 cm.
• Weight: 100g (+/- 5g).
• Compatible with Windows XP Media Center 2005.

Included in the Package

• VFD Panel Upgrade Kit (Mirror front face with VFD-media display, integrated infrared receiver).
• Shuttle Remote Control RC10.
• Install Guide (detailed multi-language user guide).
• USB connector cable (connects 2 USB interfaces of the VFD display to internal USB ports: two 5-pin or one 2x5 pin connectors).
• Front panel replacement for G2 chassis (with spring for the optical drive front door).
• Mounting tool and cleaning cloth.

Visual Examples

The VFD Media Display can show various information:

• Date and Time: e.g., "Feb 14 Mon 10:10 AM"
• TV Channel: e.g., "Channel 2"
• System Information: e.g., "CPU Temp.: 43 °C"

The Shuttle XPC Tool Software interface displays real-time system monitoring:

• ICE: RPM (e.g., 2163rpm), Voltage (e.g., 1.712V)
• Aux: RPM (e.g., 60rpm), Voltage (e.g., 1.584V)
• Chipset: RPM (e.g., 0rpm), Voltage (e.g., 53°C)
• CPU: Temperature (e.g., 47°C), Voltage (e.g., 1.712V)
• System: Temperature (e.g., 54°C), Voltage (e.g., 1.584V)
• Board: Temperature (e.g., 53°C), Voltage (e.g., 2.704V)
• RAM: Usage (e.g., 0MB)

The included Shuttle Remote Control RC10 features a comprehensive layout for controlling Media Center functions, including navigation (arrow keys, OK button), media playback, number pad, and function keys (e.g., [Power Button], [Volume Up/Down], [Mute], [Channel Up/Down], [Play], [Pause], [Stop], [Record], [Back], [Menu], [Info]).