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 their end-product.

Two Zoom Development Kit options allow developers to choose the platform best suited to their application needs. By starting with the corresponding Zoom Development Kit, engineers can write application software on the same hardware that will be used in their final product.

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.

Technical Specification

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

• Open source Linux Board Support Package (available from Texas Instruments)
• U-Boot (bootloader/monitor)
• Board Support Library (BSL) sample programs

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

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
• 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)

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