Strategic’s low-cost i.MX283 COM targets fanless applications

Strategic Test has announced the TX-28S, a new low-cost addition to its line of Freescale-based i.MX Computer-on-Modules (COMs).  The new module measures j68 x 25 mm (2.6" x 1") and contains a 454 MHz i.MX283 processor coupled with 64 MB DDR SDRAM, 128 MB NAND flash memory and a 200-pin SODIMM connector. The TX-28S is targeted for embedded fanless applications where low price, small size and low power consumption are critical factors. In addition, the Freescale Longevity Program guarantees a long-term availability of 7 years.

The TX-28S is pin compatible with all Strategic Test's existing Freescale processor-based modules that use the i.MX257, i.MX27, i.MX287, i.MX515, i.MX535 and i.MX537. This approach has the advantage of providing the developer with the potential for creating scaleable systems. All modules can be supplied with the Development Kit-5 hardware reference platform that supports both Linux and Microsoft Windows Embedded CE 6.0.

The TX-28S allows developers to design one baseboard that accepts different modules, making it simple to protect the design against obsolescence and providing a scalable solution. 

Other features of the TX-28S include:

• 10/100 Mbps Ethernet
• Two high-speed USB 2.0 ports
• True color LCD controller
• 4/5 wire Touchscreen interface
• UART, SD-Card, I2C, PWM, Serial Audio, SPI
• Power management optimized for long battery life
• i.MX28 battery charger
• 3.3 V I/O

Features of the Development Kit-5:

• Socket for TX-28S / TX25 / TX27 / TX51 / TX53
• All pins from SODIMM brought out to header connectors
• UCB1400 CODEC and touchscreen controller
• Two SD card sockets
• VGA via D-SUB 15-pin connector
• LCD 40-pin header
• 10/100 Mbps Ethernet connector
• USB 2.0 connectors
• Two RS232 headers
• JTAG interface
• 5 V from USB or via screw terminal

The TX28S module is priced at $49 for 10k quantities, while the Development Kit-5 is priced at $999. Both prices are subject to quantity and ongoing EURO/USD exchange rates.

For more information visit www.strategic-embedded.com.

Toni McConnel writes about new products for Embedded.com.  She can be reached at TechRite.Associates@gmail.com.