Product category: Embedded Computing and Control
News Release from: MEN Mikro Elektronik | Subject: EM05
Edited by the Electronicstalk Editorial Team on 20 February 2004
Module embeds latest Crusoe processor
The new EM05 embedded system module is based on Transmeta's new ultracompact, highly efficient TM5900 Crusoe processor
The new EM05 embedded system module (ESM) is based on Transmeta's new ultracompact, highly efficient TM5900 Crusoe processor. The EM05 ESM was developed for use in cost-critical, deeply embedded industrial PCs and is ideally suited for harsh industrial environments. The EM05 is fully x86 compatible and runs either Windows or Linux-based software applications, such as infotainment applications in trains, planes, buses and other mobile areas.
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The EM05 ESM uses an 850MHz Transmeta Crusoe TM5900 processor with impressive performance.
The TM5900 includes a fully integrated Northbridge, allowing for the implementation of a complete PC using a very small form factor at an attractive price point.
The TM5900 processor used in conjunction with the EM05 offers an extremely energy efficient solution, which can support an extended industrial temperature range making it a great choice for a wide variety of embedded applications.
Additionally, Transmeta offers an extended availability programme for the TM5900 for up to five years.
"The new embedded system module from MEN is a compelling design ideal for use in rugged environments and is based on our new ultra-compact Crusoe TM5900 processor", said Chris Russell, European Operations Manager for Transmeta.
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"MEN's embedded solutions closely mirror the features that have made Crusoe successful, a robust compact design and long-term availability combined with a great price/performance ratio".
The EM05 comes with two fast Ethernet channels and two serial interfaces and comes with options for RS232, RS422 or RS485, which can be made available on the front of the board.
The ESM comes with an SO-DIMM slot for up to 512Mbyte of the new 133MHz DDRAM and a CompactFlash slot for application software.
The ESM graphics as well as other functions are made available through the EM05's J2 system connector to the carrier card.
Software support on the EM05 includes full compatibility with Windows, Linux and VxWorks.
Thanks to Altera's 250,000-gate Cyclone FPGA, the EM05 can be enhanced by a wide variety of application-specific I/O.
The standard version of the EM05 starter kit includes additional functionality such as a TFT connection, USB and IDE interfaces, and floppy drive and keyboard/mouse implementation through the FPGA via connectors on the carrier card.
The FPGAs can accommodate two additional CAN controllers, multiple UARTs and audio functions.
All FPGA components can be used in VHDL and are internally linked using a standardised Wishbone bus.
All physical interfaces for the FPGA functionality are available on a carrier card.
The starter kit (including the EM05, carrier card, PSU and various cables/adapters) will cost Eur 1435 plus VAT.
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