CPU Module:
The new MSC SM2S-IMX8M module features NXP i.MX 8M processors offering dual- and quad-core ARM Cortex-A53 compute performance at very low power consumption and excellent graphics performance combined with a high degree of functional integration.
Built with best in class audio, voice and video processing technology, the NXP i.MX8M Family of Aplications Processors is ideally suited for Media IOT and industrial applications such as Video, Voice and Audio for Connected Devices, Smart Home as well as HMI, Voice and Vision for harsh enviroments.
MSC SM2S-IMX8M offers dual-core or quad-core ARM Cortex-A53 processors in combination with ARM Cortex-M4 real time processor and Vivante GC7000Lite 3D Graphics GPU. It provides fast LPDDR4 memory, up to 64GB eMMC Flash memory, Gigabit Ethernet, PCI Express, USB 3.0, an on-board Wireless Module as well as an extensive set of interfaces for embedded applications.
The module is compliant with the new SMARC™ 2.0 standard, allowing easy integration with SMARC baseboards. For evaluation and design-in of the SM2S-IMX8M module, MSC provides a development platform and a starter kit. Support for Linux is available (Android support on request).
Hardware
Dual or Quad core ARM Cortex-A53 Applications Processor up to 1.5GHz
ARM Cortex-M4 Real Time Processor at 266MHz
Vivante GC7000Lite 2D/3D Graphics Processor
4Kp60 HEVC/H.265, H.264 and VP9 Video Codec (VPU not available on 8MQuadLite)
Up to 4GB LPDDR4 SDRAM
Up to 64GB eMMC Flash
Dual-channel LVDS / MIPI-DSI x4 (optional)
HDMI 2.0 / DisplayPort with up to 4k (optional)
Dual Independent Display support
Dual MIPI CSI-2 Camera Interface
2x PCI Express x1 Gen. 2
2x USB 3.0 Host interface
2x USB 2.0 Host interface
1x USB 2.0 Host/Device interface
Gigabit Ethernet
Wireless Module (optional)
MMC/SD/SDIO interface
2x CAN interface (optional)
2x I2S Audio Interface
UART, SPI, I2C
SMARC 2.0 Compliant
MSC SM2-SK-IMX8-EP1(Base Board)
The SMARC 2.0 Starterkit for SMARC modules with the NXP i.MX8M/MINI processors is based on a Mini-ITX SMARC 2.0 carrier board MSC SM2-MB-EP1 and contains all necessary products to quickly enable the user to run and evaluate the SM2S-IMX8M and SM2S-IMX8MINI module range.
The kit does not contain a SMARC module in order to give the user greater flexibility as to which particular module version and CPU speed variant is desired. As part of the SMARC 2.0 Starterkit, the appropriate Heatsink/Heatspreader and a Flash SD Card with USB Reader will be supplied. A bootable Linux installation can be downloaded from the MSC Support website and stored on the SD Card. A power supply with cable kit is also included for convenience. Direct screen output on a PC monitor is possible using the on-board HDMI output. As an option to the Starter Kit several suitable LCD kits of various resolutions and sizes are available upon request.
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Key Feature:
SMARC 2.0 carrier board in Mini-ITX format with socket for SMARC 2.0 modules:
Heatspreader suitable for all module variants of the SM2S-IMX8M and IMX8MINI module families
12V power supply and cable kit included for immediate operation of the Starterkit
Bootable Linux installation on Support Website, can be stored in SD Card (supplied with Card Reader)
DP and HDMI graphics output
LVDS graphics output on standard 30-pin connector; backlight connector includes adjustable backlight voltage and dimming
Ethernet (10/100/1000 LAN) connector
SATA, 4x USB 2.0 Host, USB Host/Client, UART, SD-Card socket
Getting Started manual
Optional TFT kits available
Downloads
Data sheet