Advantech Full Spectrum of RISC-based Computing Powered by Freescale® i.MX6 Processor

SON, Netherlands - June 11, 2014 - PRLog -- Advantech is launching a full range of embedded RISC platform solutions powered by Freescale® i.MX6 series processors followed by the ARM® Cortex™-A9 micro architecture. Advantech RISC computing solutions range from ROM-3420 (http://www.advantech.eu/products/COMPUTER-ON-MODULE/ROM-3420/mod_51F09C48-6F2C-499D-A2CF-73DF355796BB.aspx) RTX 2.0, ROM-5420 (http://www.advantech.eu/products/COMPUTER-ON-MODULE/ROM-5420/mod_8008A959-9F97-497C-9BA8-6B00657C8433.aspx) SMARC, ROM-7420 (http://www.advantech.eu/products/COMPUTER-ON-MODULE/ROM-7420/mod_A091469F-B4B1-4929-BE51-A9237D5BA40A.aspx) Qseven, RSB-4410 (http://www.advantech.eu/products/SINGLE_BOARD_COMPUTER/RSB-4410/mod_9D52626A-BA37-46B1-A053-8220D17C9A1D.aspx) 3.5” SBC, UBC-DS31 (http://www.advantech.eu/products/DE3A2C28-AFBD-417D-BAD7-469CBEB34E37/UBC-DS31/mod_025F5CF0-DA0F-4A3C-B4CC-7E053AA602DF.aspx) Compact Signage Player and UBC-200 Network Gateway Box Computer. The Freescale® i.MX6 processor series offers excellent graphic performance, and only 3 watts low power consumption in a fanless design. Advantech RISC computing platforms are ideal for portable, battery-operated and ruggedized applications needing high graphic performance and cost efficiency requirements, such as handheld devices, digital signage, and HMI.

The New Freescale® i.MX6 SoC – Highly integrated, Low Power Consumption
In April 2013, Freescale® unleashed the industry’s first truly scalable multi-core platform that includes single-, dual- and quad-core families based on the ARM® Cortex™A9 architecture. With a highly integrated hardware design and extraordinary graphic performance, the new generation ARM-based SoC has shortened the gap between x86 and RISC and became a simple, cost effective and high performance solution that shakes up the embedded industrial market. By integrating Freescale® i.MX6 series processors, Advantech offers low-cost, simple and flexible RISC computing solutions for customers.

Value-added RISC Hardware and Software Design-in Services

In order to meet the strong demands from industrial markets, Advantech developed a series of industrial-grade solutions with value added services including SW/HW design-in service, schematics review service, and a customization service. To facilitate the integration of customized applications, Advantech also provides a complete Board Support Package (BSP) and middleware for H/W monitoring, remote management and peripheral control. Moreover, the APIs for vertical markets like signage, automation and IoT are also available to support plug-and-play for RISC Compact Box Computers.

ROM-3420, RTX 2.0 Module

ROM-3420 (http://www.advantech.eu/products/COMPUTER-ON-MODULE/ROM-3...) RTX2.0 module integrates Freescale® i.MX6 Cortex™-A9 1 GHz series ultra low power SoC and I/O solutions, and supports board-to-board 400-pin connectors which provide excellent reliability for ruggedized and military applications. With -40~85 °C wide temperature and wide range power input from DC-in 5V to 24V support, ROM-3420 (http://www.advantech.eu/products/COMPUTER-ON-MODULE/ROM-3420/mod_51F09C48-6F2C-499D-A2CF-73DF355796BB.aspx) is an ideal computer-on-module for industrial applications used in rugged environments like automation, vehicle and medical.

ROM-5420, SMARC Module

ROM-5420 (http://www.advantech.eu/products/COMPUTER-ON-MODULE/ROM-5...) is an extremely compact size, high-performance and power-saving RISC Computer On Module powered by Freescale® i.MX6 Cortex™-A9 1GHz SoC that complies with the SMARC 1.1 specification. With embedded MCU design, ROM-5420 (http://www.advantech.eu/products/COMPUTER-ON-MODULE/ROM-5420/mod_8008A959-9F97-497C-9BA8-6B00657C8433.aspx) delivers advanced power management and optimized power quality. It is a solid solution specifically designed for handheld instruments and battery-operated systems.

ROM-7420, Qseven Module

Designed with Freescale i.MX6 Cortex™-A9 1GHz SOLO/Dual/Quad SoC, ROM-7420 (http://www.advantech.eu/products/COMPUTER-ON-MODULE/ROM-7...) is a cost effective solution following the standard Qseven 1.2 specification. With a compact size of 70 x 70 mm, and a light weight of only 20g, ROM-7420 is easy to integrate into various applications and fits different chassis. With multiple OS support for Linux, Embedded Android and Windows Embedded Compact 2013 on a by project basis, ROM-7420 (http://www.advantech.eu/products/COMPUTER-ON-MODULE/ROM-7420/mod_A091469F-B4B1-4929-BE51-A9237D5BA40A.aspx) is highly capable for a range of different applications such as industrial control, HMI and transportation.

RSB-4410, 3.5” SBC for Multi-media Application
Measuring 146 x 102 mm, RSB-4410 is a full function 3.5" inches single board computer power by the Freescale® i.MX6 series processor. With excellent graphic performance that supports dual Full-HD displays via HDMI, VGA and single channel LVDS, RSB-4410 (http://www.advantech.eu/products/SINGLE_BOARD_COMPUTER/RSB-4410/mod_9D52626A-BA37-46B1-A053-8220D17C9A1D.aspx) is a specifically designed single board solution for digital signage. Linux V3.0.35 BSP and Android 4.2.2 BSP are also available for facilitating application development and system integration. With these features, RSB-4410 is ideal for digital signage and HMI applications.

UBC-DS31, RISC Full HD Digital Signage Box

RISC-based digital signage box UBC-DS31 (http://www.advantech.eu/products/DE3A2C28-AFBD-417D-BAD7-469CBEB34E37/UBC-DS31/mod_025F5CF0-DA0F-4A3C-B4CC-7E053AA602DF.aspx) is powered by Freescale ® Cortex™-A9 i.MX6 Dual 1GHz processor with Advantech signage software built-in. Based on the high performance ARM® Cortex™-A9 processor, UBC-DS31 (http://www.advantech.eu/products/DE3A2C28-AFBD-417D-BAD7-469CBEB34E37/UBC-DS31/mod_025F5CF0-DA0F-4A3C-B4CC-7E053AA602DF.aspx) delivers superior multimedia performance and low power consumption. UBC-DS31 also features an easy assembly mechanical design and built-in plug-and-play UI in Android or Linux-based content editor.

UBC-200, Network Gateway Box Computer
Powered by Freescale® i.MX6 Cortex™-A9 Dual/Quad processor, UBC-200 (http://www.advantech.eu/products/DE3A2C28-AFBD-417D-BAD7-469CBEB34E37/UBC-200/mod_2D897381-E104-47D6-B458-F3B29546951B.aspx) is an IP-based RISC compact box computer designed for industrial applications and the IoT market. UBC-200 has a compact size of only 111 x 77 x 30mm and multiple I/O including USB 2.0, Full HD 1080P HDMI, Gigabit Ethernet and a mini PCIe slot for WIFI/3G module support. Besides its rich I/O design, it also supports -20~70 °C wide temperature range operation, fanless design for better reliability and wall-mount and DIN rail options for easy mounting.

These new RISC modules, boards and systems come with multi-OS, free BSP, Advantech SUSI API/Middleware and design-in service support. All products will be available by June, 2014.

For more information, please visit www.advantech.eu or contact your local sales representatives.