System-on-Module features real-time processing units.

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Based on TI's AM437x 1 GHz single Cortex-A9 processor and four 200 MHz programmable real-time units, Model VAR-SOM-AM43 is equipped with up to 1 GB DDR3, 512 MB SLC NAND, and 32 GB eMMC. PRUs offload real-time processing from main Cortex-A9 CPU, managing deterministic tasks and supporting dedicated industrial protocols such as Ethercat, Profibus, and EnDat. Other key features include SGX530 PowerVR 2D/3D graphics accelerator, dual 10/100/1000 Mbps Ethernet, and dual band Wi-Fi/BT with MIMO.



Original Press Release:



Variscite Introduces a Texas Instruments AM437x 1GHz ARM Cortex-A9 System-on-Module at only $42



TEL AVIV, Israel -- The VAR-SOM-AM43 System-on-Module [ http://www.variscite.com/products/system-on-module-som introduces real time processing units and a wide range of industrial connectivity and protocols for the embedded market.



The VAR-SOM-AM43 [ http://www.variscite.com/products/system-on-module-som/cortex-a9/var-som-am43-cpu-ti-am437x-am4376-am4377-am4378-am4379 from Variscite [ http://www.variscite.com , based on TI's latest Sitara AM437x processor family, introduces 1GHz ARM Cortex-A9 combined with quad core Programmable Real-time Unit (PRU). The PRUs are ideal for offloading real-time processing from the main Cortex-A9 CPU, managing deterministic tasks and supporting dedicated industrial protocols such as Ethercat, Profibus, EnDat and others. The scalable processing architecture alongside the rich industrial connectivity of the VAR-SOM-AM43 makes it an optimized solution for products targeting automation, robotics, controllers, HMI and other industrial segments and applications.



Beyond its scalable processing capabilities, the VAR-SOM-AM43 features 2D/3D graphics accelerator, DDR3, SLC NAND, eMMC, dual band Wi-Fi/BT with MIMO, dual Gigabit Ethernet, USB, A/V interfaces and industrial operating temperatures. The VAR-SOM-AM43 utilizes a standard SO-DIMM 204-pin interface to the carrier board.



"The introduction of the VAR-SOM-AM43 is yet another step towards extending Variscite's wide portfolio of System-on-Module solutions to most effectively and comprehensively meet the needs of the industrial embedded markets," stated Ofer Austerlitz, Variscite's VP of Business Development and Sales, "Bringing a cost optimized Cortex-A9 solution from TI, with all the accompanying industrial connectivity and protocols, is a perfect solution for customers designing their next generation industrial products."



Key features include:

- Texas Instruments AM437x 1000MHz single Cortex-A9

- Four 200MHz Programmable Real-time Unit (PRU)

- Up to 1GB DDR3, 512MB SLC NAND and 32GB eMMC

- Dual 10/100/1000 Mbps Ethernet

- Certified Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n 2.4/5GHz with optional 2x2 MIMO

- Bluetooth 4.0/BLE

- SGX530 PowerVR 2D/3D graphics accelerator

- 24-bits LCD Display

- USB 2.0: Host, OTG

- Audio In/Out

- Parallel camera input

- Dual CAN, UART, I2C, SPI, eCAP, ADCs

- Industrial temperatures -40 to 85degree(s)C

- Dimensions: 38mm x 68mm x 3mm

- OS: Linux Yocto, Android



About Variscite:

Variscite is a leading System on Modules (SoM) and Single-Board-Computer (SBC)[ http://www.variscite.com/products/single-board-computers design and manufacture company. A trusted provider of development and production services for a variety of embedded platforms, Variscite transforms clients' visions into successful products.



Learn more about Variscite, visit http://www.variscite.com 



Availability and Pricing:

The VAR-SOM-AM43 and its related development kits are available now. Pricing starts at $42 for 1Ku. Contact sales@variscite.com or +972-9-9562910 for more information.

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