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Limited Product Warranty Connect Tech Inc. provides a one year Warranty for the Astro Carrier for Jetson™ TX1. Should this product, in Connect Tech Inc.'s opinion, fail to be in good working order during the warranty period, Connect Tech Inc.
ESD Warning Electronic components and circuits are sensitive to ElectroStatic Discharge (ESD). When handling any circuit board assemblies including Connect Tech COM Express Carrier assemblies, it is recommended that ESD safety precautions be observed. ESD safe best practices include, but are not limited to: ...
Carrier provides access to features found on the Jetson™ TX1 module in an extremely small footprint (87mm x 57mm / 3.43" x 2.24"). The Astro Carrier for Jetson™ TX1 provides a high density board to board connector for use with either off-the- shelf or custom breakout boards, dramatically reducing the need for cabling.
Description microSD Card Socket microSD Card Socket High Density Board to Connect Tech High Density Board to Board Connector that Board Connector mates with the breakout board High Density Board to High Density Board to Board Connector that mates with the Jetson™...
Users Guide www.connecttech.com Detailed Feature Description Jetson™ TX1 Board-to-Board Connector The processor and chipset are implemented on the Jetson™ TX1 Module, which connects to the Astro Carrier Board via a Samtec SEARAY™ stacking connector. Board-to-Board Mating Connector with Jetson™ TX1 Function Location Samtec “SEARAY™”...
Astro Carrier for Jetson TX1 Users Guide www.connecttech.com microSD Card Slot The Astro Carrier features a microSD Card Slot for system purposes. It is connected directly to the SDCARD interface on the Jetson™ TX1. Function microSD Card Slot Location Type...
Half and Full Length Mini-PCIe Module Installation The Astro Carrier is designed with mounting holes to allow for the population of half-length or full length Mini-PCIe modules. To install a half-length module simply shift the spacers to the appropriate location.
Astro Carrier for Jetson TX1 Users Guide www.connecttech.com Connect Tech High Density Connector The Astro Carrier main advantage is the High Density Connector (HDC) allowing for easy custom breakout boards. Function Connect Tech High Density Connector Location Type Samtec Qstrip High Speed Ground Plane Socket...
Astro Carrier for Jetson TX1 Users Guide www.connecttech.com HD AUDIO – HDC The Astro Carrier features HD Audio capabilities with the assistance of the NXP (Freescale) SGTL5000 Audio codec. From the Codec, 1 Headphone Output is available on the HDC. Function HD Audio...
Astro Carrier for Jetson TX1 Users Guide www.connecttech.com USB 2.0/3.0 – HDC The Astro Carrier has two USB 2.0 Ports and one USB 3.0 Port available at the HDC. Function USB 2.0 Location HDC Bank 21, 37, 39, 45, 47, 51...
Astro Carrier for Jetson TX1 Users Guide www.connecttech.com System/I2C/GPIO – HDC The System pins include a power button, two reset signals, sleep input, battery low input, optional RTC battery input, and a force recovery input signal for the Jetson™ TX1 module.
(RS-232/RS-485). To configure the setting, the appropriate configuration of the Serial Selection DIP Switch (SW1) is required. Please refer to the Exar SP336E datasheet for additional details. Locked/Hardwired Configuration The Astro Carrier comes default populated with a Control DIP Switch (SW1). Dual RS-232 Switch SW1 Position...
Astro Carrier for Jetson TX1 Users Guide www.connecttech.com Dual Disable Switch SW1 Position Description Mode 0 Selection - Disable Selection Serial Link 0 - RX+ BIAS Mode 1 Selection - Disable Selection Serial Link 0 - RX- BIAS Serial Link 1 - RX+ BIAS Serial Link 1 –...
Programmed Intel 82574 does not provide LINK1000# LED capabilities. Software Support for the Intel 82574 Additional drivers will be needed to properly operate the GBE Port 0 on the Astro Carrier. These drivers can be downloaded directly from Intel website from the below link: http://downloadcenter.intel.com/SearchResult.aspx?lang=eng&ProductFamily=Ethernet+Components&Produc...
Astro Carrier for Jetson TX1 Users Guide www.connecttech.com Camera Serial Interface (CSI-2) – HDC The Astro Carrier routes one CSI-2 (two lane) interface to the HDC. This is the CSI port 4 from the Jetson™ TX1 module. Function Camera Serial Interface...
Astro Carrier for Jetson TX1 Users Guide www.connecttech.com +1.8V Power Output – HDC The Astro Carrier generates a +1.8V rail that is available for use on Breakout Board Designs. A maximum of 500mA is available for use. Function +1.8V Power Output...
Typical Installation Ensure all external system power supplies are off. Install the Jetson™ TX1 module to the Astro carrier. Be sure to follow NVIDIA’s directions for proper installation of mounting hardware, heatsink/heatspreader, and any other applicable requirements from the manufacturer.
Theoretical absolute maximum total draw of all functionality on the Astro carrier board Below are measurements taken with the Astro Carrier (ASG001) running in various configurations with the XBG201 Breakout Board. Values will change depending on what Astro Breakout Board is installed.
A complete 3D STEP Model file of Astro Carrier can be downloaded here: http://www.connecttech.com/ftp/3d_models/ASG001_3D_MODEL.zip Weight The ASG001 (Astro Carrier) has a weight of 46 grams with all stand-offs installed. Astro Carrier Outline and Dimensions Document: CTIM-00456 Page 30 of 43 Date: 2016/02/25 Revision: 0.00...
Astro Carrier for Jetson TX1 Users Guide www.connecttech.com CTI Breakout Boards The following table summarizes the Astro Breakout Boards that are currently available from Connect Tech Inc. Available Breakout Boards Breakout Astro Breakout Board Board (XBG201) Compatibility ASG001 87mm x 57mm Dimensions (3.43”...
Astro Carrier for Jetson TX1 Users Guide www.connecttech.com System Control Header Function System Control Header Location Type FCI Minitek Double Row 5 x 2 98424-G52-10LF 10073599-010LF – Manufacturer: FCI Mating CBG190 Cable Pinout Description Description Power Button# Main Reset# Secondary Reset#...
Custom Breakout Board If a user wishes to create their own breakout board to connect to the Astro Carrier, Connect Tech Inc. has prepared a reference design package. In addition, Connect Tech Inc. also offers a quick turn, low cost design service to create your custom breakout board.
Astro Carrier for Jetson TX1 Users Guide www.connecttech.com Cables The following table summarizes the Astro Breakout Board (XBG201) cables available. Available Cables Drawing No. Part No. Description CTIC-00538 CBG190 10-pin Minitek to flying Lead Cable (for System Control Header) CTIC-00430...
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