Based on Texas Instruments’ Sitara™ AM3517 microprocessor and designed in the SOM-M2 form factor, the AM3517 module offers essential features for handheld and embedded networking applications with optional Wi-Fi (802.11b/g/n).
The AM3517 System on Module (SOM) is a compact, product-ready hardware and software solution that fast forwards embedded designs while reducing risk and controlling cost.
Based on Texas Instruments’ Sitara™ AM3517 microprocessor and designed in the SOM-M2 form factor, the AM3517 module offers essential features for handheld and embedded networking applications. The AM3517 SOM-M2 features the superset AM3517 processor, but also supports the AM3505 processor.
The standard SOM-M2 form factor allows developers to reuse existing baseboard designs when upgrading to new AM processors, which extends roadmap possibilities for end-products.
The compact size of the AM3517 SOM-M2 is ideal for medical patient monitoring wearables and other portable instrumentation applications. The AM3517 includes an SGX530 graphics accelerator and multiple communication ports, including wireless 802.11 b/g/n and wired 10/100 Ethernet peripherals. For commercial signage, medical imaging, avionics, and industrial displays, the AM3517 SOM‑M2 allows for powerful versatility, long-life, and greener products.
Also, by starting with the Zoom eXperimenter Development Kit, engineers can write application software on the same hardware that will be used in their final product.
- The AM3517 SOM-M2 supports the Texas Instruments Sitara AM3517 microprocessor with ARM Cortex-A8 RISC core running at 600 MHz (link to Texas Instruments AM3517 page)
Processor
- The AM3517 SOM-M2 supports the Texas Instruments Sitara AM3517 microprocessor with ARM Cortex-A8 RISC core running at 600 MHz (link to Texas Instruments AM3517 page)
Software and Tools
- U-Boot (bootloader/monitor)
- Android Development Kit
- TI Linux SDK
- Timesys Linux BSP
- Windows Embedded CE SDK
Memory
- Scalable NAND flash memory (512 MB standard)
- Boots from onboard NAND or external SD/MMC, NAND, NOR, UART, USB, or Ethernet
- 166 MHz DDR2 SDRAM, 256 MB standard (scalable to 512MB)
Network Connectivity
- 10/100 Base-T Ethernet controller (application/debug)
- 802.11b/g/n wireless Ethernet
- Bluetooth 2.1 + EDR
USB
- USB 2.0 High-speed On-the-Go interface
- USB 2.0 high-speed host interface
Serial I/O
- Up to four external UARTs
- CAN 2.0B controller
- Three I2C ports
- Three SPI ports
Display
- SGX530 graphics accelerator (AM3517 only)
- Programmable color LCD controller supports up to a 24 bpp TFT interface
- Supports OpenGL 1.1/2.0 & OpenVG 1.0
Expansion
- Multiple SD/MMC card support
Mechanical Specifications
- SOM-M2 form factor (40.9 x 51.2 x 4.4 mm)
- Commercial temperature (0°C to +70°C)
- Industrial temperature (-40°C to +85°C)
AM3517 COMMERCIAL TEMPERATURE (0°C TO +70°C) | ||
| MODEL SOMAM3517-10-1780FJCR | DESCRIPTION AM3517 processor, up to 600 MHz, 256 MB DDR2, 512 MB NAND flash, wired Ethernet, touch, no wireless interfaces | |
AM3517 INDUSTRIAL TEMPERATURE (-40°C TO +85°C) | ||
| MODEL SOMAM3517-10-1780FJIR | DESCRIPTION AM3517 processor, up to 600 MHz, 256 MB DDR2, 512 MB NAND flash, wired Ethernet, touch, no wireless interfaces | |
Beacon EmbeddedWorks has the resources to support you at every stage in the product lifecycle. Our applications engineering support will help you evaluate SOM options and accelerate the integration of the module into your product design. Beacon EmbeddedWorks offers a variety of support packages that include:
- Personal applications engineer
- Priority email and telephone support
- Training on SOM implementation
- SOM architecture review
- Schematic review
- Production support
Please visit our Support Website to access technical documentation and downloads for our SOM products.
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