Axel Ultra Freescale i.MX6 CPU module[edit | edit source]

AXEL 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, 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 (85mm x 50mm) 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 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 (up to 5GHz).

Main Features[edit | edit source]

• 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 up to 4GB
• Wide range PSU input from 2.8V to 4.5V
• High mechanical retention up to 100G shock thanks to 3x140pins and 4 screw holes
• Reduced carrier complexity: dual CAN, USB, Ethernet GB, PCIe, SATA and native 3.3V I/O
• Suitable for Asymmetric Multicore Processing
• A timing application thanks to on-board 5ppm RTC
• Video encode/decode capabilities

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

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Axel Product Page[edit | edit source]

Please visit Axel Web Page for more product information.

Axel Ultra Leaflet[edit | edit source]

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

AXEL ULTRA Evaluation Kit[edit | edit source]

AXEL ULTRA Evaluation Kit XELK-H-S is a development/test board designed to start working with the AXEL ULTRA platform and experimenting with the implemented features. The carrier board hosts an AXEL ULTRA CPU module and offers the following features:

  * Gigabit Ethernet LAN
  * Video MIPI
  * HDMI 1.3a
  * 2xVideo Output LVDS
  * SD/MMC socket
  * 2x USB Host 2.0
  * 1x Serial port
  * 2x I2C
  * 2x SPI
  * GPIOs
  * JTAG
  * Power supply: 12VDC
  * SATA
  * PCIe

Linux Evaluation Kit[edit | edit source]

Please refer to this page for more details.

AXEL ULTRA technical details[edit | edit source]

Introduction[edit | edit source]

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

It is based on Freescale's i.MX6 Solo/Dual/Quad application processor. Axel Ultra Hardware Manual provides detailed information about hardware interfaces and characteristics. This document will provide a functional overview of the module and will focus on system-related issues.

Block diagram[edit | edit source]

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

Product Highlights[edit | edit source]

Feature Summary[edit | edit source]

Hardware[edit | edit source]

Please refer to Hardware Manual (AxelUltra) for detailed hardware related information on AXEL ULTRA SOM.

Design Overview[edit | edit source]

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Mechanicals[edit | edit source]

Please refer to this page for more details.

Pinout[edit | edit source]

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Power[edit | edit source]

Please refer to this page for more details.

Reset scheme[edit | edit source]

AXEL ULTRA provides several different resets signals. Please refer to Reset scheme for more details.

Processing system (PS) peripherals[edit | edit source]

Please refer to this page for more details.

Programmable logic (PL)[edit | edit source]

Please refer to this page for more details.

RTC[edit | edit source]

Please refer to this page for more details.

Thermal IC[edit | edit source]

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Watchdog[edit | edit source]

Please refer to this page for more details.

Boot options[edit | edit source]

AXEL ULTRA provides several different boot options. Please refer to Boot options for more details.

Integration guide[edit | edit source]

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

This category collects all the pages specific to AXEL ULTRA modules and related carrier boards.

Software[edit | edit source]