Datasheet

Chapter 1: Windows Embedded CE
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Graphics and Multimedia
Windows Embedded CE includes graphics and multimedia technology similar to the desktop, provides
multimedia streaming capabilities to the device, and supports the various protocol and streaming
formats required for audio and video playback of either local files or streamed data over a network
connection.
A large set of graphics and multimedia components are included with CE:
AlphaBlend API
Direct3D, DirectDraw, DirectShow
DVD - Video, DVR Engine
Still Image Encoders and Decoders
Multiple Monitor Support
G.711, GSM 6.10 and IMA ADPCM Audio Codec
MP3, MPEG - 1 Layer 1 and 2 Audio Codec, MP4, WMA, WMA, WMV Codec
Windows Media Player OCX 7
Digital Rights Management (DRM)
Streaming Media Playback
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Windows Embedded CE’s graphic and multimedia components enable device manu-
facturers to build a networked media device, a television set-top box, media player,
multimedia electronic picture frame, digital video recorder, and more.
Multilanguage, International Localization
Windows Embedded CE provides Multilingual User Interface (MUI), locale - specific support, Input
Method Manager (IMM), and Input Method Editor (IME) to support devices localized for different
international markets.
Windows Embedded CE provides an efficient development environment for the device manufacturer to
develop the initial device in one language and be able to port the same design with minimum code
change for different international markets. This flexibility enables the device manufacture to minimize
development cost and shorten development time.
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