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Axel Lite Freescale i.MX6 CPU moduleEdit

AXEL LITE is the new top-class Single - Dual - Quad Core ARM Cortex-A9 CPU module by DAVE Embedded Systems, based on the recent Freescale i.MX6 application processor. Thanks to AXEL LITE, customers have the chance to save time and resources by using a compact solution that permits to reach scalable performances that perfectly fits the application requirements avoiding complexities on the carrier board.

The use of this processor enables extensive system-level differentiation of new applications in many industry fields, where high-performance and extremely compact form factor (67,5 mm x 45 mm) are key factors. Smarter system designs are made possible, following the trends in functionalities and interfaces of the new, state-of-the-art embedded products. AXEL LITE offers great computational power, thanks to the rich set of peripherals, the Scalable ARM Cortex-A9 together with a large set of high-speed I/Os.

AXEL LITE enables designers to create smart products with the best quality/price ratio.

Main FeaturesEdit

• Unmatched performances thanks to Single/Dual Quad Core @ 1.2 GHz
• All memories you need on-board
• Boot from NOR for safe applications
• Enabling massive computing applications thanks to wide range DDR3 RAM memory
• Reduced carrier complexity: dual CAN, USB, Ethernet and native 3.3V I/O

For detailed information about Axel Lite, please refer to the Axel Lite SOM article.

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Axel Lite Product PageEdit

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Axel Lite LeafletEdit

Please download the latest leaflet of Axel Lite from the following link: [1]

Axel Lite Evaluation KitEdit

Linux Evaluation KitEdit

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Axel Lite technical detailsEdit

IntroductionEdit

Axel Lite is a family of system-on-modules that belongs to DAVE Embedded Systems Lite Line product class.

Block diagramEdit

The following picture shows a simplified block diagram of Axel module.

Product HighlightsEdit

Feature SummaryEdit

Table: CPU and Memories

Feature	Specifications	Options
CPU	NXP/Freescale ARM MPCore Cortex-A9 i.MX6 Solo/Dual/Quad @ 1.2GHz
Cache	32 Kbyte instruction, 32 Kbyte data per core 1 MB unified data/instructions L2 cache
SDRAM	default up to 2GB DDR3 (For 4GB support please contact sales department)
Storage	Bootable SPI NOR 16,32,64 MB

Table: Peripherals

Feature	Specifications	Options
Display subsystem
Video input	8bit video input
Video processing
USB	1x 2.0 OTG port(PHY on board) 1x 2.0 Host port (PHY on board)
UARTs	up to 4x UART ports four-wires 1x UART ports eight-wires
GPIO	GPIOs available
LAN	default 10/100Mbps with PHY (For Gb support please contact sales department)
CAN	CAN controller(version 2 part B) with PHY on board
SD/MMC	2x SD/MMC card
Mass storage
Serial buses
Audio	up to 3x I²S / SSI / AC97
RTC	On-board power supply supervision and power sequencer Watchdog and RTC
Debug	JTAG IEEE 1149.1 Test Access Port ETM port

Table: Electrical, Mechanical and Environmental Specifications

Feature	Specifications	Options
Supply Voltage
Active power consumption	Please refer to Power consumption section
Dimensions	67,5 mm x 45 mm
Weight
MTBF
Operating temperature	Commercial (0°C / +70°C) Temperature Range Industrial (-40°C / +85°C) Temperature Range
Connectors	SO-DIMM 204 pins

HardwareEdit

Please refer to Hardware Manual (AxelLite) for detailed hardware related information on Axel Lite SOM.

Design OverviewEdit

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MechanicalsEdit

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PinoutEdit

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PowerEdit

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Reset schemeEdit

Axel Lite provides several different resets signals. Please refer to Reset scheme for more details.

Processing system (PS) peripheralsEdit

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Programmable logic (PL)Edit

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RTCEdit

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Thermal ICEdit

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WatchdogEdit

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Boot optionsEdit

Axel Lite provides several different boot options. Please refer to Boot options for more details.

Integration guideEdit

Integration guide document provides useful information and resources that allow the system designer to integrate Axel Lite SOM in his/her application very quickly.

SoftwareEdit

This category collects all the pages specific to Axel Lite modules and related carrier boards.