Strategic Test has developed the world’s first PC-based development kit for system on modules (SOM) based on Freescale's i.MX25 processor.
The TX-STAR, it measures just 67.6 x 26 x 3.5mm (2.6” x 1” x 0.09”) and contains a 400MHz i.MX25 processor coupled with 64MB SDRAM, 128MB NAND flash memory and a 200-pin SODIMM connector. The module plugs into a PC and is available with both Linux and Microsoft Windows Embedded CE 6.0
The $79 TX-STAR is targeted at embedded applications where an operating temperature range from -45 to +85 degrees C, low price, small size and low power consumption are critical factors as the i.MX 25 is derived from the popular i.MX32 processor and based on the ARM926EJ-S core. It is pin compatible with the existing TX27 i.MX27 processor and TX37 i.MX37 processor-based modules. All modules can be supplied with the Development Kit-5 hardware reference platform.
“We are very excited about the TX-STAR as this is the lowest priced 32-bit SOM that is capable of running standard OS’s such as Linux and Windows CE,” said Bob Giblett,
President of Strategic Test, which has offices in the US and Sweden. “For companies currently using 16-bit MCU’s who are strangled by performance and lack of code transportability, we believe the TX-STAR offers a terrific alternative in this economic climate.”
Notable features of the TX-STAR include 10/100Mbps Ethernet and high-speed USB 2.0 OTG,as well as a full-speed USB 2.0 host controller, LCD controller and still-picture camera interface.
All hardware and software development, together with manufacturing, is undertaken in-house at Strategic Test.
For more information, visit www.strategic-test.com