Eurotech Announces CPU-301-16, the new ARM-Based Embedded Platform

Feb. 26, 2013 - PRLog -- Eurotech, a leading supplier of embedded technologies, products and systems, today announces the launch of the CPU-301-16 (http://www.eurotech.com/en/products/CPU-301-16), an ARM-based embedded platform that extends the Eurotech family of products enabling the Internet of Things and Machine-to-Machine applications.  The CPU-301-16, based on the Freescale i.MX 6 processor series, uses ARM Cortex-9 technology to pack high performance capabilities into a 67x85mm form factor.

With leading edge Eurotech power management technology, the Freescale i.MX6 processor, reduced sleep current and DDR3L memory, the CPU-301-16 (http://www.eurotech.com/en/products/CPU-301-16) delivers up to 1.2 GHz performance and can bring power consumption down to 1-2 Watt or less in many applications, making it ideal for battery-operated devices and power-constrained uses.  A distinguishing feature of the board is that it is available as a stand-alone Single Board Computer (SBC) and as a Computer on Module (CoM). When used in SBC mode, creating a system with the CPU-301-16 is as simple as adding a power supply, appropriate cables and an enclosure, since no carrier board is needed. On the other hand, when coupled to a carrier board in CoM mode, the CPU-301-16 platform exposes an even richer set of native peripherals and further capabilities.  The CPU-301-16 also supports Eurotech’s Everyware Software Framework (ESF) and Everyware Device Cloud (EDC) services, making it an embedded platform that is scalable, connected and easy to deploy.

“Customers pick the CPU-301-16 to implement innovative, power-efficient and feature-rich applications taking advantage of Eurotech’s proven strengths in ARM module design and optimization,” said Pierfrancesco Zuccato, Corporate Product Marketing Manager for Eurotech.  “Another benefit delivered by the CPU-301-16 is the simplified porting of existing ARM devices to this next generation platform, adding performance and extending product lifecyle.”

Eurotech’s CPU-301-16 offers the following benefits:

·       Flexible Deployment – CoM or SBC (with no need for carrier board)

·       Multi-Core Configurations for High Performance

·       Ultra Low Power Design

·       HD Multimedia Playback Support

·       Feature-Rich in Compact Footprint

With a very small footprint and a robust mechanical design that offers increased resilience to vibration and optional support for industrial temperature range, the CPU-301-16 meets requirements for demanding applications and simplifies the design of sealed, fanless systems.  

For more information about the CPU-301-16, visit http://www.eurotech.com/en/products/CPU-301-16 or visit our booth at Embedded World 5-141.

ABOUT EUROTECH
Eurotech (ETH.MI) is a global company that integrates hardware, software, services and expertise to deliver embedded computing platforms and sub-systems to leading OEMs, system integrators and enterprise customers for successful and efficient deployment of their products and services. Drawing on concepts of minimalist computing, Eurotech lowers power draw, minimizes physical size and reduces coding complexity to bring sensors, embedded platforms, sub-systems, ready-to-use devices and high performance computers to market, specializing in defense, transportation, industrial and medical segments. By combining domain expertise in wireless connectivity as well as communications protocols, Eurotech architects platforms that simplify data capture, processing and transfer over unified communications networks. Our customers rely on us to simplify their access to state-of-art embedded technologies so they can focus on their core competencies. Learn more about Eurotech at www.eurotech.com.