Advantech DS-351 for Airport Flight Information Displays and

Project Overview

Airports need to present flight changes, gate assignments, and baggage information across display groups distributed throughout a terminal. This application design uses Advantech DS-351 as the local display computing platform, paired with the airport’s passenger information software. Its multi-display capability and slim fanless chassis support deployment behind display assemblies, while centralized management helps maintenance teams oversee players across the site.

Application Airport passenger information systems, including departure listings, boarding gate displays, baggage claim information, and terminal wayfinding.

Customer Challenges

Coordinating information across terminal areas. Departure halls, boarding gates, and baggage claim areas need different screen layouts drawn from consistent operational data. Flight and gate changes must reach the correct displays through the airport’s information software. Fitting hardware into existing display assemblies. Players must fit behind screens or inside enclosures while preserving room for cabling, airflow, and service access. Enclosed or sheltered installations may experience wider temperature variations than climate-controlled terminal spaces. Maintaining distributed equipment. Players are installed across a large site, where physical access can require coordination with airport operations. Maintenance teams need remote visibility into system status and tools for routine device management.

Solution Design

The airport’s operational systems supply flight and passenger service data to a passenger information or Flight Information Display System (FIDS) platform. That software manages data interfaces, layouts, content assignment, and update rules. DS-351 players connect to the airport network and run the display application for each nearby screen group. Application-level monitoring defines how the system detects stale data or interrupted information feeds.

Multi-Display Computing at Each Location

Powered by AMD Ryzen™ Embedded R2000 Series processors with integrated AMD Radeon™ graphics, DS-351 supports up to 32 GB of DDR4-3200 memory and display resolutions up to 4K. R2314 and R2514 configurations offer three HDMI 2.1 TMDS outputs and one HDMI 1.4 output for up to four connected displays. R2312 configurations support three HDMI outputs. Integrators can select a configuration according to the number of screens at each location.

Compact Installation and Flexible Connectivity

The 180 × 177 × 38 mm fanless chassis supports installation in compact display assemblies without an internal cooling fan to service. Dual Gigabit Ethernet ports provide network connectivity, while USB and RS-232 interfaces support compatible peripherals. M.2 expansion accommodates storage and optional wireless modules. A 12–24 VDC input supports different system power configurations.

For locations subject to wider temperature variation, DS-351 supports −20 to 60°C operation with 0.7 m/s airflow. Protective enclosures and adequate thermal management remain part of the installation design.

Centralized Device and Content Management

Advantech DeviceOn supports remote monitoring and device control. SignageCMS provides a content management option for advertising and general signage where required by the project. The airport’s dedicated FIDS software remains responsible for operational passenger information, allowing teams to define the role of each management system during integration.

Expected Business Value

For passengers. Consistent flight, gate, baggage, and directional information helps passengers locate services and respond to operational updates. For airport operators. Centralized device monitoring can reduce routine visits to display locations and help maintenance teams identify players requiring attention.

For system integrators. Processor and display-output options support different screen groups within a common compact platform. Keeping airport information software separate from display hardware allows each layer to be maintained according to project requirements.

For more information about DS-351 and DS-354 configurations, availability, and project requirements, please contact your local Advantech sales representative or visit www.advantech.com.