San Jose, CA March 04, 2014: Embedian, Inc., a leading provider of ARM-focused embedded COM modules, today announced the introduction of the SMARC-T335X, his initial ARM-based Smart Mobility Architecture (SMARC) form factor computer-on-module (COM).
The Embedian SMARC-T335X is built on a TI AM3517 System on Chip (SoC), using an ARM Cortex-A8 processor at 600 MHz, 800Mhz or 1GHz and with a power envelope of less than 2 Watts. With an extraordinary performance-to-power ratio, the SMARC-T335X enables system architects to operate without any cooled system design, ideal for portable and stationary embedded devices, such as industrial handhelds, control terminals, building automation, smart grid, Human Machine Interfaces, medical devices, and industrial tablets.
Embedian’s SMARC-T335X utilizes the short version of the SMARC module definition (82 mm x 50 mm) and offers 512 MB DDR3, 512 MB eMMC flash on-board. The module supports 18/24-bit Parallel LCD displays and backlight PWM interfaces. The SMARC-T335X also features a USB 2.0 host port and a USB client port, three Serial ports, a CAN bus port, and two fast Ethernet ports, as well as 12 GPIO signals. Off-module storage can be implemented through SDIO on the carrier. Standard operating systems include Linux, and Android with corresponding board support package (BSP) certified by Yocto project.
Along with the release of the SMARC module, Embedian also introduces his SMARC carrier board, SMART-BEE. The SMART-BEE functions as a reference design for the SMARC product line, and also as a setup for software development and hardware testing. The SMART-BEE offers myriad I/O in addition to the basic I/O function of the CPU modules. It provides combined RGB 18 bit, LVDS 24 bit, 3.3V/5V LED backlight driver, a touchscreen controller, 2x GbE, HD Audio, SPDIF, SD/SDIO, GPIO, 3x UART, 1x USB, 1x USB OTG, 1x CAN, and two I2C interfaces. The BSP for each CPU module is configured to support the entire on-board functionality to minimize delays in testing and maximize time for application development.
The SMARC-T335X, as intended with the SMARC standard, can be seen as a building block to allow for effective development and a future upgrade path with coming generations of SMARC COMs. To meet the demands of industrial-grade applications, the SMARC-T335X uses the robust and vibration-resistant 314 pin MXM connector, and is available with extended operating temperatures from -40 C to +85 C.
The SMARC standard is a versatile, small form factor, computer module standard jointly developed by Embedian and other leading embedded companies. The SMARC standard is a vendor-independent standard that is held by the SGET (Standardization Group for Embedded Technologies) and was officially ratified in March 2013. The SMARC Design Guide V1.0 was finalized in August and is available for download from the SGET SMARC website: http://www.sget.org/standards/smarc.html.
For more information on the SMARC-T335X and SMART-BEE, please visit http://www.embedian.com.
About SGET
The Standardization Group for Embedded Technologies, or SGET, is a technical and scientific association with its registered office in Munich. The purpose of the Association is the promotion of science and research, which is realized when—in a team effort in various workgroups on embedded computer technologies—SGET prepares and compiles technical specifications or other work results, such as implementation guidelines, software interfaces, or system requirements. These works promote energy efficiency, environmental protection, effective technology, and the application thereof for the benefit of the general public.
About Embedian
Embedian provides a wide range of ARM-focused embedded computing products and services to the test & measurement, automation & process control, gaming, communications, medical, network security, and transportation industries. Embedian rugged product lines include single board computers, COMs and systems.
Embedian strives to minimize the total cost of ownership (TCO) of its customers by providing customization and system integration services, maintaining low manufacturing costs, and extending the lifecycle of its products. Embedian is a company with headquarters and manufacturing in Taiwan; R&D and integration in Taiwan, China, and the US; and an extensive network of worldwide sales and support offices.
Embedian is ISO-9001, ISO-14001, ISO-13485 and TL9000 certified, is an Associate Member of the ARM Connected Community.
