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Freescale i.MX27 processor DIMM module from Strategic Test

Strategic Test has announced what it says is the World’s smallest Freescale i.MX27 processor-based System on Module (SOM). Called the TX27, it measures just 67.6 x 26 x 4.2 mm (2.6 x 1 x 0.16in) and contains an 400 MHz i.MX27 processor coupled with 64 MB mobile DDR-SDRAM (expandable to 128 MByte), 128 MB NAND Flash memory, a wide operating temperature range of –20 degree C to +85 degree C and a 200 pin SODIMM connector.

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26 November 2007

byNews Desk

First shipments are scheduled to start in January 2008. Simultaneously, Strategic Test will start deliveries of the Development Kit-5 that is based on the TX27 module and will be supplied with both Linux 2.6 and Microsoft Windows CE 6.0

The i.MX 27 is derived from the popular i.MX21 processor and based on the ARM926EJ-S™ core. The i.MX27 adds a H.264 hardware codec for D1 high resolution video processing, an Ethernet 10/100 MAC, security, plug-and-play connectivity, and more power management features.

Up to 1A of output current on either the 1.8V or 3.3V power supply outputs of the TX27 module can be used to power the carrier board. This means that in many applications the customer designed product can be powered from the above without needing to add a power supply to their carrier board design.

One other significant advantage for many customers will be that they are able to obtain the i.MX27 design documentation from Freescale without needing to sign a Non-Disclosure Agreement, as is the case with the Marvell PXA320 processor.