Cirgon Encore - HD-Ready Media Server

“We chose Linux for reliability, lower power CPU, and the ability to work within the Linux community”

Next month, Cirgon will announce and ship a Fedora Linux-based media server that supports 1080i HD resolution. The Encore offers 320GB, 500GB, and 750GB hard drive options, and controls management and playback of music, photos, and video for use with an HD-based home theater system.

Cirgon Encore Media Server

Encore’s jacks at the back

Specs for the Encore server are:

Processor — undisclosed x86 processor with undisclosed memory
Display — supports HDTV with 1080i resolution
Storage — 320GB hard drive (500GB and 750GB drives optional)
Networking — 10/100 Base-T RJ-45 Ethernet
USB — 3 x USB 2.0 ports, including one front-facing
Remote I/O — IR In, Out; RS232
Zone 1 Audio — 1 S/PDIF coaxial and 1 S/PDIF optical, 7.1 surround
Zone 2 Audio (optional) — 1-2.5 mm digital, 3 line out, 7.1 surround
A/V connections:
- DVI connector
- Triple RCA jack for Component Video, 1080i
- Mini DIN S-Video
- 3 x RCA (left, right analog audio output; Composite Video)
- MIC input
Audio file types — MP3, WAV, FLAC, WMA, OGG
Photo file types — JPEG
Video file types — MPEG 1,2,3; WMV 1,2; H.263; H.264; AVI; MOV
Power — 100-240 Volts AC; 40 Watts consumption; Standby power <3 Watts
Other options — Battery backup; Pro audio form factor with rack-mount ears
Operating temperature — 32 to 104 degrees F (0 to 40 degrees C)
Dimensions — approximately 17.0 x 3.5 x 10 inches
Weight — 10 lbs
Operating system — Fedora Linux