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Strategic Test announces World’s first Freescale
i.MX53 processor DIMM module
Runs Windows CE and Linux, measures only 67.6 x 26 x 4.2 mm.
Woburn, USA – February 7, 2011. Strategic Test is introducing the
TX53 Computer on Module – the most powerful member of its CoM
family based on Freescale's multimedia processors. This new module is
based on the high-performance and energy-efficient ARM CortexTM A8based Freescale multimedia processor i.MX53 with 1 GHz clock speed.
With the i.MX53's support of multi-standard-video with up to 1080p, the
module is well suited for deployment in embedded applications with
significant demands on graphic, video and visualization.
Although having dimensions of just 67.6 x 31 x 4.2 mm (2.6” x 1.2” x
0.16”) the TX53 boasts a 10/100 Mbps Ethernet port with IEEE1588
support, two High Speed USB 2.0 ports, along with two cameras and two
CAN interfaces. It is equipped with an LCD controller with up to 1600 x
1200 resolution and a NEON SIMD Media Accelerator. The processor
also integrates a hardware graphics accelerator, which supports OpenGL
ES 2.0 and Open VG 1.1. As an option, the module is available with a
dual LVDS display interface. Up to 2 gigabytes of memory is a unique
feature of this compact module and makes the TX53 an excellent choice
for data-intensive applications or for devices with Android as an
operating system.
According to Bob Giblett, president Strategic Test, “We see the target
applications and markets in security and surveillance, digital signage,
Point of Sales and On The Job tasks along with automotive and test
systems which require a great deal of computing power. Other
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applications include high-end warning systems which require a significant
amount of visualization. ”
The Strategic Development Kit 5 provides a high performance
environment featuring a large number of hardware connections which
enables developers to concentrate on their individual application
requirements, saving time and cost.
The Freescale Longevity Program guarantees that the TX53, as all the
other Strategic TX modules, will be available for at least 7 years.
The TX53 module and the development environment will become
available in Q2 / 2011. The TX53 module is priced at $179 (129 Euros)
with volume discounts available. The Development Kit-5 (containing the
baseboard, a module, the Linux BSP source code and the CE binaries)
is priced at $1490 (999 Euros).
About Strategic Test
With offices in Woburn (MA) USA and Stockholm Sweden, Strategic
Test is a leading supplier worldwide of Intel/Marvel PXA and Freescale
i.MX processor based Development Kits and Computer on Modules
which are distinguished by smallest size and lowest power consumption.
Almost uniquely, all hardware and software development, together with
manufacturing is undertaken in-house. This not only ensures highest
quality control but also the ability to deliver fast and competent technical
support.
A picture can be downloaded from the website at
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Caption: World’s first Freescale i.3 processor DIMM module
For further information please contact:
Bob Giblett
President
Strategic Test Corporation
12 Alfred Street, Suite 300
Woburn, MA 01801-1915
United States
Tel: (617)621-0080
Fax: (617)621-1414
Email: media@strategic-test.com
http://www.strategic-embedded.com
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United Kingdom
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Email: Nigel@vortexpr.com
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Precision Communications
United States
Tel: 508-876-9400
Mobile: 508-212-1266
Email: Leslie_Logan@comcast.net
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