Added information to 4.8.1 Analog Inputs Added SA1111 information 5.1.2: Corrected Rev B description to 12V About the Cover Photo The cover photo shows a fully populated Rev B Bitsy with 16MB of onboard flash. ADS document # 110111-1003A Page i...
Bitsy User’s Manual Introduction 1.1 Overview The Bitsy is a full-featured single board computer using the SA-1110 StrongARM RISC microprocessor. The Bitsy is designed to meet the needs of embedded and graphical systems developers. 1.2 Features 1.2.1 Processor • SA-1110 32-bit StrongARM •...
Bitsy User’s Manual 1.2.6 I/O • ADSmartIO configurable for digital I/O, PWM and A/D inputs • Up to eight analog inputs • Up to 25 Digital I/O • Backlight control signals for intensity and on/off • Passive LCD contrast control •...
Bitsy User’s Manual 2 Getting Started 2.1 Evaluation Systems Bitsy boards are shipped as evaluation systems designed to get the developer up and running quickly. To use the system, simply plug power supply into the mini DIN-8 receptacle on the system.
Q: Is there online support? A: Yes. Information about the Bitsy hardware (such as this manual) is available on the ADS product page. ADS has operating-system-specific sites to support its customers. You should have received information about ADS's developers' web site for the operating system you have selected.
3.5 Jumper Settings Jumpers on the Bitsy select a variety of operational options. All use 2mm shorting blocks (shunts) to select settings. Make sure power is turned off to the Bitsy when changing the position of a shunt. 3.5.1 JP1, JP2: VEE Contrast Voltage Control...
3.6 Connector Pinouts The following tables describe connector pinouts and the type of connector. At least one pin of every connector is labeled on the Bitsy. Double-row headers on the board are 2 4 6 8... all numbered as shown in the figure to the right.
Bitsy User’s Manual 3.6.2 J2: PCMCIA Production option: Mating ejector Amp #146019-1 The 68-pin PCMCIA socket conforms to the PCMCIA standard for 3.3V and 5V Type II cards. It will supply up to 500 mA of 5V current. The socket is normally de-energized; the operating system is responsible for turning on the socket when a card is inserted and turning it off when the card is removed.
Bitsy User’s Manual Name Description Number +30V_GND Connection to 30V Ground SMTIO2 Smart IO Digital I/O Bit 2 (Port C6) Not Connected SMTIO3 Smart IO Digital I/O Bit 2 (Port C7) VBATT_POS External Battery Positive Input Not Connected VBATT_NEG External Battery Negative Input...
The Bitsy has an on-board switching power supply which regulates from input voltage ranges between 5-12V. The input to this supply can come from Bitsy pins DC_IN or VBATT to support dual supply inputs. Should the unit be required to operate from a single supply, it is recommended to utilize the VBATT input.
Bitsy User’s Manual The Bitsy supply outputs 5V, +3.3V, 30V (LCD VEE), and 1.75V (CPU Core). It is possible to regulate these voltages externally, and supply them through connector pins. See section 4.3 for more information. 4.2 Mechanical Specifications The Bitsy is 3 by 5 inches in size. This section describes the component dimensions and mounting of the board.
Bitsy User’s Manual 4.2.3 Clearances The Bitsy has a low profile. It can fit in an enclosure as thin as 0.744-in I.D. Key clearances are as follows: • Highest component: 0.425 inches • Minimum clearance under board: 0.207 inches •...
J9, pin 23 and J10, pin 47 4.5 Power Consumption The Bitsy has been designed to use a minimum of power. When not active, the SA-1110 can be put into Idle or Sleep modes, further reducing power consumption. The following measurements were made using production boards running Windows CE and driving an Active TFT display.
Bitsy User’s Manual 4.7 EMI/RFI and ESD Protection The Bitsy board incorporates a number of industry-leading features that protect it from electrostatic discharge (ESD) and suppress electromagnetic and radio-frequency interference (EMI/RFI). Transient voltage suppressors, EMI fences, filters on I/O lines and termination of high-frequency signals are included standard on all systems.
Bitsy User’s Manual 4.8.3 LCD Panel LCD display panels have a wide range of voltage and data requirements. The Bitsy has a number of adjustable voltages to support these requirements. PNL_PWR: Voltage is 3.3 or 5V, depending on setting of JP3.
Bitsy User’s Manual 5 Board Revision History 5.1.1 Identifying the board revision The product revision number of the Bitsy is etched on the underside of the printed circuit board. That number is 170111-1000x, where "x" is the board revision. 5.1.2 Revision History The following are the most significant changes that have occurred.
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