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Parallel LCD 18/24 bits 3 x COM Ports 1 x SDHC 1 x USB Host 2.0, 1 x USB OTG 2 x 10/100Mbps Ethernet CAN Bus, 2 x SPIs, 3 x I2C SMARC T335x SMARC T335x Computer on Module User’s Manual v.1.2...
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Embedian, Inc. SMARC T335x Computer on Module User’s Manual v.1.2...
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0x30 2014/4/17 Update for hardware revision 00B0 1. SPI_D0 and SPI_D1 interchanged 2. Remove USB Drvvbus pull-up resistors 3. Interchange GPIO1 and LCD_BKLT_PWM line 4. Change the eeprom serial number naming rule SMARC T335x Computer on Module User’s Manual v.1.2...
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Embedian, Inc. and related documentation for additional information. SMARC T335x Computer on Module User’s Manual v.1.2...
This Chapter gives background information on the SMARC T335X Section include: Features and Functionality Module Variant Block diagram Software Support / Hardware Abstraction Module Variant Document and Standard References SMARC T335x Computer on Module User’s Manual v.1.2...
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1.1 Features and Functionality The SMARC T335X module is based on the AM335x processor from Texas Instruments. This processor offers a high number of interfaces. Most of these interfaces are multiplexed and are not available simultaneously. The module has the following features: ...
3.3V module IO support 1.2 Module Variant The SMARC T335X module is available with various options based on processors in this family from Texas Instruments. For example, if people would like to use Sitara AM3354 from Texas Instruments, you can order SMARC T3354.
The following diagram illustrates the system organization of the SMARC T335X. Arrows indicate direction of control and not necessarily signal flow. Figure 1: SMARC T335X Block Diagram Details for this diagram will be explained in the following chapters. SMARC T335x Computer on Module User’s Manual v.1.2...
1.4 Software Support / Hardware Abstraction The Embedian SMARC T335X Module is supported by Embedian BSPs (Board Support Package). The first SMARC T335X BSP targets Linux (Ubuntu 12.04 LTS) and Android support. BSPs for other operating systems are planned. Check with your Embedian contact for the latest BSPs.
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1.5.3. Embedian Documents The following documents are listed for reference. The Module schematic is not usually available outside of Embedian, without special permission. The other schematics may be available, under NDA or otherwise. Contact your Embedian representative for more information. The SMARC T335x Evaluation Carrier Board Schematic is particularly useful as an example of the implementation of various interfaces on a Carrier board.
Embedian, Inc. Specifications This Chapter provides SMARC T335X specifications. Section include: SMARC T335X General Functions SMARC T335X Debug Mechanical Specifications Electrical Specification Environment Specification SMARC T335x Computer on Module User’s Manual v.1.2...
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Embedian, Inc. Chapter 2 Specifications 2.1 SMARC T335X General Functions 2.1.1. SMARC T335X Feature Set This section lists the complete feature set supported by the SMARC T335X module. SMARC Feature SMARC SMARC T335X SMARC T335X Specification Specification Feature Support Feature Support...
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Support I/O Voltage (3.3V) Level Support 2.1.2. Form Factor The SMARC T335X module complies with the SMARC General Specification module size requirements in an 82mm x 50mm form factor. 2.1.3. CPU The SMARC T335X implements TI’s AM335x ARM processor. ...
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2.1.5. Onboard Storage The SMARC T335X module supports a 4GB eMMC flash memory device, 4MB SPI NOR flash and a 32Kb I2C serial EEPROM on the Module I2C_PM (I2C0) bus. The device used is an On Semiconductor 24C32 equivalent. The Module serial EEPROM is intended to retain Module parameter information, including a module serial number.
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LCD_D[23:16]; Blue is LCD_D[15:8] and Green is LCD_D[7:0]. For 24 bit implementations, all bits are used. For 18 bit implementations, in SMARC, the least significant bits (Red LCD_D[17:16], Green LCD_D[9:8], Blue LCD_D[1:0]) are dropped. SMARC T335x Computer on Module User’s Manual v.1.2...
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For instance, to connect an 18 bit display, R0, R1, G0, G1, B0 and B1 will remain unused, and R2, G2 and B2 become the LSBs for this configuration. SMARC T335x Computer on Module User’s Manual v.1.2...
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Embedian, Inc. 2.1.8. USB Interface The Embedian SMARC T335X module supports two USB ports (USB 0:1). Per the SMARC specification, the module supports a USB “On-The-Go” (OTG) port capable of functioning either as a client or host device, on the SMARC USB0 port.
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10k pull up resistors on the Module, but AM335X Sitara AM335X does not require pull up on module. The SMARC T335X Module USB power enable and over current indication logic implementation is shown in the following block diagram. There are no pull-up resistors on the Module on the SMARC USBx_EN_OC# (drvvbus) lines.
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Over-Current pin (OC#) must be open drain, active low (these are commonly available). No pull-up is required on the USB power switch Enable or OC# line; they are tied together on the Carrier and fed to the Module USBx_EN_OC# pin. SMARC T335x Computer on Module User’s Manual v.1.2...
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This processor can be configured as one Gigabit LAN (MAC) or two 10/100Mpbs LAN (MAC). The SMARC T335X module supports two fast Ethernet (10/100Mbps) interfaces. Two fast Ethernet controller interfaces are...
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I/O voltage that is compliant with the IEEE 802.3-2005 standards. The LAN8720A supports communication with an Ethernet MAC via a standard RMII interface. This is diagrammed below. Figure 5: Fast Ethernet Connection from Sitara AM335x to SMSC LAN8720A SMARC T335x Computer on Module User’s Manual v.1.2...
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Mode1 present on TXD[1:0]. RMII1_TXD0 TXD0 RMII1_TXD0 Mode1 The MAC transmits data to the transceiver using this signal. RMII1_TXD1 TXD1 RMII1_TXD1 Mode1 The MAC transmits data to the transceiver using this signal. SMARC T335x Computer on Module User’s Manual v.1.2...
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This signal is asserted to indicate that an error was detected somewhere in the frame presently being transferred from the transceiver. Indicates that valid transmission data is Mode3 RMII2_TXEN TXEN RMII2_TXEN present on TXD[1:0]. SMARC T335x Computer on Module User’s Manual v.1.2...
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GbE port definition in SMARC specification. The pin-outs of fast Ethernet (10/100Mbps) are a subset of GbE that defines in SMARC spec. The path from LAN8720A to the golden finger edge connector is show in the following figure. SMARC T335x Computer on Module User’s Manual v.1.2...
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Embedian, Inc. Figure 6: Fast Ethernet Connection from SMSC LAN8720A to golden finger edge connector SMARC T335x Computer on Module User’s Manual v.1.2...
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Blinks on Activity Could be able to sink 24mA or more Carrier LED current GbE_LINK100# GBE_LINK100# LED2/nINTSEL Link Speed Indication LED for 100Mbps Could be able to sink 24mA or more Carrier LED current SMARC T335x Computer on Module User’s Manual v.1.2...
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Carrier LED current Caution: Due to SMARC T335x support Fast Ethernet instead of Gigabit LAN, GBE_MDI2 (+ and -) and GBE_MDI3 (+ and -) are not connected to the golden finger connector. SMARC T335x Computer on Module User’s Manual v.1.2...
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VDDA RXP (pin 23) 49.9ohm, 1.0% pull-up resistor to VDDA RXN (pin 22) 49.9ohm, 1.0% pull-up resistor to VDDA LED1/REGOFF 10kohm, 1.0% pull-down (pin 3) resistor to ground. LED2/nINTSEL 10kohm,1.0% pull-down (pin 2) resistor to ground SMARC T335x Computer on Module User’s Manual v.1.2...
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Sitara AM335x CPU is configured to support two MMC controllers. One is used for internal eMMC support, and the other is used for external SDHC/SDIO interface. The SMARC T335X module supports a 4bit SDIO interface, per the SMARC specification. The SDIO interface uses 3.3V signaling, per the SMARC spec and for compatibility with commonly available SDIO cards.
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Embedian, Inc. 2.1.11. SPI Interface The SMARC T335X module supports two AM335x SPI interfaces that are available off-Module for general purpose use. Each SPI channel has two chip-selects that can connect two SPI slave devices on each channel. Every device will share the "SPI_DIN", "SPI_DO" and "SPI_CK" pins, but each device will have its own chip select pin.
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SPI1 Master Clock output SPI1_D0 SPI1_DIN SPI1_MISO Mode3 SPI1 Master Data input (input to CPU, output from SPI device) Mode3 SPI1_D1 SDIO_DO SPI1_MOSI SPI1 Master Data output (output from CPU, input to SPI device) SMARC T335x Computer on Module User’s Manual v.1.2...
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2.1.12. I2S Interface The SMARC T335X module supports one I2S interface. I2S is originated from Sitara AM335x McASP interface. I2S interface signals are exposed on the SMARC T335X golden finger edge connector as shown below: TI AM335x CPU SMARC T335X...
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Embedian, Inc. 2.1.13. Asynchronous Serial Port The SMARC T335X module supports three UARTs (SER0:1, 3). UART SER0 supports flow control signals (RTS, CTS). UART SER1 and SER3 do not support flow control. When working with software, SER 3 is used for AM335x CPU debugging console port.
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I2C_GP I2C1 General purpose 3.3V LCD display I2C_LCD I2C2 support General Purpose 3.3V (for parallel and LVDS LCD) Note: The 2.2k pull-up resistors for I2C_SCL and I2C_SDA signals are on module. SMARC T335x Computer on Module User’s Manual v.1.2...
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I2C bus clock Mode3 I2C1_SDA I2C_GP_DAT I2C_GP_DAT General purpose I2C bus data LCD_I2C I2C2_SCL I2C_LCD_CK I2C_LCD_CK Mode3 S139 LCD display I2C bus clock I2C2_SDA I2C_LCD_DAT I2C_LCD_DAT Mode3 S140 LCD display I2C bus data SMARC T335x Computer on Module User’s Manual v.1.2...
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Note: The voltage level of I2C_PM on SMARC T335x is 1.8V. In Embedian Carrier design, the voltage level of I2C_PM will pull up to 3.3V (I2C_PM_3V3) on Carrier. Two more I2C devices are on I2C_PM_3V3 bus in SMART-BEE evaluation carrier board.
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The Controller Area Network (CAN) is a serial communications protocol which efficiently supports distributed real-time control with a high level of security. The SMARC T335X module supports a CAN bus interface. CAN interface signals are exposed on the SMARC golden finger edge...
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Embedian, Inc. 2.1.16. GPIOs The SMARC T335X module supports 12 GPIOs, per the SMARC specification. Specific alternate functions are assigned to some GPIOs such as PWM / Tachometer capability, Camera support, CAN Error Signaling and HD Audio reset. All pins are capable of bi-directional operation. A default direction of operation is assigned, with half of them (GPIO0 –...
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(stylus or finger). The change in the resistance ratio marks the location on the touchscreen. 4-wire TSC has been implemented on SMARC T335X module. TSC signals are exposed on the SMARC golden finger edge connector as shown below: TI AM335x CPU...
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Embedian, Inc. 2.1.18. Watchdog Timer Interface Sitara AM335x features an internal WDT. Embedian’s Linux kernel enables the internal AM335x WDT and makes this functionality available to users through the standard Linux Watchdog API. A description of the API is available following the link below: http://www.kernel.org/doc/Documentation/watchdog/watchdog-api.txt...
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Embedian, Inc. 2.1.19. JTAG Figure 8 shows the SMARC T335x JTAG connectors location and pin out. Figure 8: JTAG Connector Location and Pinout JTAG functions for CPU debug and test are implemented on separate small form factor connector (CN3: JST SM10B-SRSS-TB, 1mm pitch R/A SMD Header).
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Ground Ground 2.1.20. Boot ID EEPROM The SMARC T335x module includes an I2C serial EEPROM available on the I2C_PM bus. An On Semiconductor 24C32 or equivalent EEPROM is used in the module. The device operates at 1.8V. The Module serial...
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T335X supported, the following codes are Option used: ASCII = “SMARCT33” = default configuration Remaining 24 bytes are reserved 32720 Available Available space for other non-volatile codes/data After 00A0 version, the EEPROM will be write-protected. SMARC T335x Computer on Module User’s Manual v.1.2...
3 serial ports, SER3 is set as the serial debug port use for Sitara AM335x. SER3 is exposed (along with all other serial ports available on the module) in the SMARC T335X Evaluation Carrier. The default baud rate setting is 115,200 8N1.
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Embedian, Inc. 2.3.4. Mechanical Drawings The mechanical information is shown in Figure 9: SMARC T335X Mechanical Drawings (Top View) and Figure 10: SMARC T335X Mechanical Drawings (Bottom View)) Figure 9. SMARC T335X Mechanical Drawings (Top View) SMARC T335x Computer on Module User’s Manual v.1.2...
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Embedian, Inc. Figure 10. SMARC T335X Mechanical Drawings (Bottom View) SMARC T335x Computer on Module User’s Manual v.1.2...
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Figure 11: SMARC T335X Top side components. Figure 11. SMARC T335X Top Side Components Bottom side major component (IC and Connector) information is shown in Figure 12: SMARC T335X Bottom side components. SMARC T335x Computer on Module User’s Manual v.1.2...
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Embedian, Inc. Figure 12. SMARC T335X Bottom Side Components SMARC T335x height information from Carrier board Top side to tallest Module component is shown in Figure 13: SMARC T335x Minimum “Z” Height: Figure 13. SMARC T335x Minimum “Z” Height The SMARC connector board-to-board stack heights that are available may result in the use of non-standard spacer lengths.
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MTBF values. 2.3.6. Module Assembly Hardware The SMARC T335X module is attached to the carrier with four M2.5 screws. A 4mm length screw is usually used. The attachment holes are located on the corners of the module. Attachment holes have a 6mm diameter pad, 2.7...
Embedian, Inc. 2.4 Electrical Specifications 2.4.1. Supply Voltage The SMARC T335X module operates over an input voltage range of 3.35V to 5.25V. Power is provided from the carrier through 10 power pins as defined by the SMARC specification. Caution! The SMARC specification states that the input voltage range should extend down to 3.0V.
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2.4.5. Power Consumption Power consumption is highly dependent on the individual user’s application; however, this section focuses on typical SMARC T335X application-usage case scenarios and the environment settings that were used to perform such power measurements. Power figures are given in the table below for the Module power consumption.
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VDDSHV4 1.8 / 3.3 V +/-5% 0.01 3.292 0.03 0.11 VDDSHV5 1.8 / 3.3 V +/-5% 0.93 3.323 3.89 12.92 VDDSHV6 1.8 / 3.3 V +/-5% 1.35 3.322 5.64 18.73 Total 486.51 SMARC T335x Computer on Module User’s Manual v.1.2...
Embedian, Inc. 2.5 Environmental Specifications 2.5.1. Operating Temperature The SMARC T335x module operates from 0°C to 60°C air temperature, without a passive heat sink arrangement. Industrial temperature (-40 C is also available with different part number SMARC T335x-I). 2.5.2. Humidity Operating: 10% to 90% RH (non-condensing).
Embedian, Inc. Connector PinOut This Chapter gives detail pinout of SMARC T335X golden finger edge connector. Section include: SMARC T335X Connector Pin Mapping SMARC T335x Computer on Module User’s Manual v.1.2...
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The Secondary (Bottom) side faces the Carrier board when a normal or standard Carrier connector is used. The SMARC T335x module pins are deliberately numbered as P1 – P156 and S1 – S158 for clarity and to differentiate the SMARC Module from MXM3 graphics modules, which use the same connector but use the pins for very different functions.
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Embedian, Inc. Figure 15: SMARC T335X edge finger secondary pins The next tables describe each pin, its properties, and its use on the module and development board. The “SMARC Edge Finger” column shows the connection of the signals defined in the SMARC specification. The “Sitara AM335x CPU” column shows the connection of the CPU signals on the module.
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Not used PCAM_D4 CSI1_D1‐ / Not used PCAM_D5 GND Ground CSI1_D2+ / Not used PCAM_D6 CSI1_D2‐ / Not used PCAM_D7 GND Ground CSI1_D3+ / Not used PCAM_D8 CSI1_D3‐ / Not used PCAM_D9 GND Ground GbE_MDI3‐ Not used SMARC T335x Computer on Module User’s Manual v.1.2...
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Transmit/Receive Positive Channel 1 GbE1_CTREF SMSC LAN8720A Center tap reference voltage for GBE Carrier board Ethernet magnetic GbE_MDI0‐ SMSC LAN8720A: Differential Transmit/Receive Negative Channel GbE_MDI0+ SMSC LAN8720A: Differential Transmit/Receive Positive Channel 0 SMARC T335x Computer on Module User’s Manual v.1.2...
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SPI0 Master Clock output SPI0_DIN SPI0_D0 Mode0 SPI0 Master Data input (input to CPU, output from SPI device) SPI0_DO Mode0 SPI0_D1 SPI0 Master Data output (output from CPU, input to SPI device) SMARC T335x Computer on Module User’s Manual v.1.2...
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CPU, output from SPI device) SPI1_DO SPI1_D1 Mode3 SPI1 Master Data output (output from CPU, input to SPI device) GND Ground USB0+ Mode0 USB0_DP Differential USB0 data USB0‐ USB0_DM Mode0 Differential USB0 data SMARC T335x Computer on Module User’s Manual v.1.2...
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Pulled low by Module OD driver to disable USB0 power Pulled low by Carrier OD driver to indicate over-current situation If this signal is used, a pull-up is required on the Carrier SMARC T335x Computer on Module User’s Manual v.1.2...
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Not used GND Ground PCIE_C_REFCK+ Not used PCIE_C_REFCK‐ Not used GND Ground PCIE_A_REFCK+ Not used PCIE_A_REFCK‐ Not used GND PCIE_A_RX+ Not used PCIE_A_RX‐ Not used GND Ground PCIE_A_TX+ Not used PCIE_A_TX‐ Not used SMARC T335x Computer on Module User’s Manual v.1.2...
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Mode7 Camera 0 Power Enable, CAM0_PWR# active low output GPIO1 / GPIO2[5] P109 Mode7 Camera 1 Power Enable, CAM1_PWR# active low output P110 GPIO2 / Mode7 GPIO1[25] Camera 0 Reset, active CAM0_RST# low output SMARC T335x Computer on Module User’s Manual v.1.2...
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Mode0 Power management I2C bus clock I2C_PM_DAT I2C0_SDA P122 Mode0 Power management I2C bus data P123 BOOT_SEL0# SYSBOOT and Line De-multiplexer Logic Pulled up on Module. Driven by OD part on Carrier. SMARC T335x Computer on Module User’s Manual v.1.2...
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PMIC TPS65217C through Level Translator, Reset input from Carrier board. Carrier drives low to force a Module reset, floats the line otherwise Pulled up on Module. Driven by OD part on Carrier. SMARC T335x Computer on Module User’s Manual v.1.2...
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P134 Mode1 Asynchronous serial port data out SER1_RX UART2_RXD P135 Mode1 Asynchronous serial port data in SER2_TX P136 Not used P137 SER2_RX Not used P138 SER2_RTS# Not used SER2_CTS# P139 Not used SMARC T335x Computer on Module User’s Manual v.1.2...
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VDD_IN P149 Power in P150 VDD_IN Power in VDD_IN P151 Power in VDD_IN P152 Power in P153 VDD_IN Power in P154 VDD_IN Power in VDD_IN P155 Power in VDD_IN P156 Power in SMARC T335x Computer on Module User’s Manual v.1.2...
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Not used PCAM_D12 CSI0_D0‐ / Not used PCAM_D13 GND Ground CSI0_D1+ / Not used PCAM_D14 CSI0_D1‐ / Not used PCAM_D15 GND Ground AFB0_OUT SMSC LAN8720A Center tap reference voltage for GBE1 Carrier board Ethernet magnetic SMARC T335x Computer on Module User’s Manual v.1.2...
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GBE_1_LINK1000#: Not used GND Ground SDMMC_D0 Not used SDMMC_D1 Not used SDMMC_D2 Not used SDMMC_D3 Not used SDMMC_D4 Not used SDMMC_D5 Not used SDMMC_D6 Not used SDMMC_D7 Not used GND Not used SMARC T335x Computer on Module User’s Manual v.1.2...
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Ground I2C_GP_CK Mode3 I2C1_SCL General purpose I2C bus clock I2C_GP_DAT I2C1_SDA Mode3 General purpose I2C bus data I2S2_LRCK Not used I2S2_SDOUT Not used I2S2_SDIN Not used I2S2_CK Not used SATA_ACT# Not used SMARC T335x Computer on Module User’s Manual v.1.2...
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Not used SPDIF_OUT Not used SPDIF_IN Not used GND Ground AFB_DIFF0+ GBE1_MDI0+: Bi-directional transmit/receive pair 0 to magnetics (Media Dependent Interface) for AFB 2nd GBE, SMSC LAN8720A: Differential Transmit/Receive Positive Channel 0 SMARC T335x Computer on Module User’s Manual v.1.2...
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Differential Transmit/Receive Positive Channel 1 AFB_DIFF1‐ GBE1_MDI1-: Bi-directional transmit/receive pair 1 to magnetics (Media Dependent Interface) for AFB 2nd GBE, SMSC LAN8720A: Differential Transmit/Receive Negative Channel GND Ground AFB_DIFF2+ GBE1_MDI2+: Not used SMARC T335x Computer on Module User’s Manual v.1.2...
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PCIE_C_RX‐ Not used GND Ground PCIE_C_TX+ Not used PCIE_C_TX‐ Not used GND Ground PCIE_B_REFCK+ Not used PCIE_B_REFCK‐ Not used GND Ground PCIE_B_RX+ Not used PCIE_B_RX‐ Not used GND Ground PCIE_B_TX+ Not used SMARC T335x Computer on Module User’s Manual v.1.2...
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S105 Mode0 implementations leave the two LS S106 LCD_D12 Mode0 LCD_DATA7 bits (D8, D9) not connected LCD_D13 LCD_DATA8 S107 Mode0 LCD_D14 LCD_DATA9 S108 Mode0 S109 LCD_D15 Mode0 LCD_DATA10 GND S110 Ground SMARC T335x Computer on Module User’s Manual v.1.2...
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LCD_PCK LCD_PCLK S123 Mode0 Pixel clock - display data transitions on the positive clock edge S124 GND Ground S125 LVDS0+ Not used LVDS0‐ S126 Not used SMARC T335x Computer on Module User’s Manual v.1.2...
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LCD display I2C bus data S141 LCD_BKLT_PWM Mode0 ecap0_in_pwm0 Display backlight _out PWM control LCD_DUAL_PCK Not used S142 GND S143 Ground S144 RSVD / EDP_HPD Not used S145 WDT_TIME_OUT# Mode2 TIMER4 Watchdog-Timer Output PCIE_WAKE# Not used S146 SMARC T335x Computer on Module User’s Manual v.1.2...
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Carrier. Pulled up on Module. Driven by OD part on Carrier. CHARGING# S151 Reserved CHARGER_PRSNT# S152 Reserved CARRIER_STBY# S153 Reserved SMARC T335x Computer on Module User’s Manual v.1.2...
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3.3V I/O on module Note: Due to the insufficient IO pin number of Sitara AM335x, the reserved pins are multiplexed with RMII2 related pins and default will be configured as RMII2. SMARC T335x Computer on Module User’s Manual v.1.2...
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Embedian, Inc. Handshaking between SMARC Module and Carrier This Chapter points out the handshaking rule between SMARC module and carrier. Section include: SMARC T335X Module Power Terminations Boot Select SMARC T335x Computer on Module User’s Manual v.1.2...
5.25V. This voltage is brought in on the VDD_IN pins and returned through the numerous GND pins on the connector. The SMARC specification defines the input voltage range should extend down to 3.0V. The SMARC T335X lower limit is determined by a non-volatile register setting in the TI PMIC used and is set 3.35V by default.
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VDD_IO_SEL# pin directly to GND. If the Carrier supports only 3.3V like the case here, Carriers will float the signal for 3.3V. SMARC T335x will not power up if T335x senses a 1.8V VDD_IO Carrier on the VDD_IO_SEL# (due to the Carrier pulling the line down) and the Module supports only 3.3V I/O.
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The Carrier Circuits domain includes “everything else” (and does not include items from the Battery Charger and Module domain, even though they may be mounted on the Carrier). This is illustrated in the figure below. SMARC T335x Computer on Module User’s Manual v.1.2...
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Embedian, Inc. Figure 16 System Power Domains SMARC T335x Computer on Module User’s Manual v.1.2...
100k pull-up to VIN VIN_PWR_BAD# 100k pull-up to VIN TXP (pin 21 49.9ohm, 1.0% pull-up of LAN8720A) resistor to VDDA (created from +3.3V through a ferrite bead) TXN (pin 22 49.9ohm, 1.0% pull-up of LAN8720A) resistor to VDDA SMARC T335x Computer on Module User’s Manual v.1.2...
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49.9ohm, 1.0% pull-up of LAN 8720A) resistor to VDDA LED1/REGOFF 10kohm, 1.0% pull-down (pin 3) resistor to ground. LED2/nINTSEL 10kohm,1.0% pull-down (pin 2) resistor to ground All other Weak (~47K) Module termination to inactive state inputs SMARC T335x Computer on Module User’s Manual v.1.2...
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LED with the anode tied to Carrier 3.3V, is typical. LVDS LCD 100 ohm resistive termination across the differential pairs at the endpoint of the signal path, usually on the display assembly SMARC T335x Computer on Module User’s Manual v.1.2...
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