…complete open hardware & software standard for x86 & ARM computers on modules
Review Display Systems Ltd (RDS), specialist provider of Industrial display system and embedded computing solutions, introduces TechNexion’s cutting-edge EDM format “ system on modules” and carrier boards.
EDM Standard is the first complete open hardware and software standard for x86 and ARM computer on modules under the creative commons share alike licence. This first true pin-to-pin Computer on Module standard merges ARM® and x86 into a true swap drop-in replacement where not only hardware but also software are tailored to give design engineers the freedom to choose the performance and underlying hardware specifically for their project, based on the application and end equipment.
EDM Form factors
EDM comes in three different form factors, all being pin compatible but targeting slightly different applications.
EDM Compact
82 x 60 mm
For mobile and compact applications
EDM Standard
82 x 95 mm
For Point of Service, multimedia and digital signage
EDM Extended
82 x 145 mm
For high-end multimedia, communication and signage applications
EDM compatible pinouts among Compact, Standard and Extended Modules
EDM1-CF-iMX6 is an EDM Type 1 Compact Module with Freescale i.MX6 Cortex™-A9. This scalable single/dual/quad core EDM type 1 compact System-on-Module provides gigabit LAN, WiFi 802.11 b/g/n and Bluetooth v. 4.0 communications, and targets multimedia applications with LVDS, TTL, HDMI, S/PDIF, I2S, MIPI camera and display.
EDM2-CF-iMX6 is an EDM Type 2 Compact Module with Freescale i.MX6 Cortex™-A9. This scalable single/dual/quad core EDM type 2 compact System-on-Module provides gigabit LAN, WiFi 802.11 b/g/n and Bluetooth v. 4.0 communications, and targets multimedia applications with dual channel LVDS, HDMI, S/PDIF, I2S, MIPI camera and display.
‘Fairy’ is a carrier board for EDM type 1 Compact modules. It enables the fast development of mobile embedded devices, and features a variety of sensors and interconnects. Display interfaces include HDMI, TTL and LVDS while communications by dual PCI Express (with SIM Cardslots) are dual CAN Bus, dual UART, USB and 8 GPIOs for Industrial control.
‘Wizard’ is an official EVM carrier board for EDM type 2 modules, which delivers a rich variety of interfaces and options. There’s a wide range of jumper-selectable audio, video and touch interfaces with optional smart battery-pack implementation.
RDS has iMX6 start kits available now for demonstration to include a kit based on the solo core module with 1GHz CPU, 512MB RAM, 4GB iNAND, Gigabit LAN & 2 CAN; a kit based on Dualite core module with 1GHz CPU, 1GB RAM, 4GB iNAND, Gigabit LAN & 2 CAN; and a kit based on Quad core module with 1GHz CPU, 1GB RAM, 4GB iNAND, Gigabit LAN & 2 CAN. All three are also available with Bluetooth and WiFi.
About RDS
Review Display Systems has over thirty years’ experience in dealing with the specialist needs of those engineers requiring a display solution.
Representing the world’s leading manufacturers of LCD, EL, OLED and Plasma display technologies, together with the leading manufacturer of touch-screen solutions, and one of the largest embedded industrial single board computer providers, ensures that we can provide customers with the best possible technical and commercial solution to any display or embedded computing system requirement.
Our experienced team of design and support engineers can make truly positive contributions to product design processes and add a systems enhancement capability, reducing customers’ manufacturing costs through the integration of display drive electronics and mechanical mounting solutions.
With a total Quality ethic, we have achieved the requirements of international standards ISO 9001 and ISO 14001 and are focused on supporting all our customers, from the independent design engineer through to large blue chip manufacturers. Contact us now at www.review-displays.co.uk
About TechNexion
As a leading ‘Embedded Solution’ provider, TechNexion designs and manufactures cutting edge computing systems. Backed by experienced engineers and product specialists, our expertise is focused on creating and testing embedded systems that can be applied to networking security, factory automation, medical care equipment, media streaming applications and other industrial fields.
TechNexion manufactures board level, system level, and fully integrated industrial computer products for OEMs and end users who seek to automate their applications quickly and cost effectively. We are dedicated to providing you with a single source for all of your industrial PC needs – from our chassis for harsh industrial environments to our systems integration service, engineering support, customising of industrial PCs and customer service.
Continuous research of innovative products gives our customers total satisfaction by providing cost-effective solutions without sacrificing quality. TechNexion, together with its partners, provide tailored solutions with the sole aim of meeting and, where possible, exceeding customers’ expectations.
