PXA255 embedded SBC breaks sub-$100 barrier

PXA255 embedded SBC breaks sub-$100 barrier


400 MHz CPU, 16 MB SDRAM, 8 MB Flash in DIMM 144 format.
TRITON-ECO is priced at $99 for 1000 quantity, runs Linux


Boston - June 16, 2004. Targeted at embedded applications where low power 
consumption, small size and low price are critical factors, the new 
TRITON-ECO SBC (Single Board Computer) includes a 400 MHz PXA255 processor, 
16 MB SDRAM, 8 MB Flash and measures just 67.6 x 36.6 x 8.5 mm (2.7 x 1.44 
x 0.3 inches). The module is priced at $99 for quantities of 1000 pieces 
($135 for qty 10) and is available for immediate delivery.
      Unlike other low-priced PXA255 modules, the ECO's DIMM144 connector 
allows the designer to access many of the PXA255's built-in peripherals and 
interfaces, making expansion relatively easy and reducing the design cost. 
These include the LCD controller, PCMCIA and Compact Flash controller; 
together with the IrDA, USB, I2C, I2S, AC97, GPIO and JTAG interfaces. In 
addition there is one synchronous serial and 3 asynchronous serial interfaces.
      Requiring a single 3.3V supply, the ECO contains a Core Power 
Generator with more than 90% efficiency. Power consumption can be reduced 
by using a combination of sleep-mode and clock-rate selection. Power 
consumption is rated as 3mW in Sleep mode and up to 220mW maximum.
      The TRITON-ECO is supplied with the RedBoot(TM) firmware is 
pre-installed. RedBoot is a bootstrap environment that was developed for 
low-power embedded systems, running applications such as Linux and 
eCos.  It can be flash-updated and network booted, and it supports Ethernet 
download and debug. RedBoot can also retrieve Internet Protocol parameters 
(via BOOTP or DHCP), and program images downloaded using TFTP. Images can 
also be downloaded serially, using X-modem or Y-modem communications programs.
      The ECO can be supplied with the TRITON Development Kit-1. This is a 
hardware reference platform that contains a Compact Flash card socket with 
selectable IDE or CF modes for memory cards or WLAN cards. There is also an 
RS-232 interface for firmware uploads, a JTAG interface and an on-board 
10/100 Mbit/s Ethernet controller. The Kit-1 is supplied with Linux kernel 
2.6.3, schematics for the carrier board, RS232 and JTAG cables plus an 
external power adaptor.

Five models in range
There are now five different TRITON PXA255 CPU modules in the range, 
allowing the designer to choose the most cost-effective price/performance 
features for their application. The TRITON-UCB uses a 400 MHz PXA255 CPU, 
has 64 MB SDRAM, 32 MB Flash and includes a UBC1400 Stereo CODEC with 
Touchscreen support. The TRITON-ETN also uses a 400 MHz CPU, contains 64 MB 
SDRAM, 32 MB Flash and includes a 100 Mbps Ethernet controller. The lowest 
power consumption module is the TRITON-LP which uses a 300 MHz CPU, 32 MB 
mobile SDRAM, 16 MB Flash, has onboard RTC, 10 Mbps Ethernet and a 
programmable core generator that allows the user to vary the processor 
voltage to save power. The smallest module in the range is the TRITON-XXS 
which measures only 59 mm x 32 mm x 6.6 mm, yet contains a 400 MHz PXA255, 
64 MB SDRAM, 32 MB Flash and also has the programmable core generator.
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About Strategic Test
With offices in Stockholm, Sweden and Boston USA, Strategic Test released 
the world's first PXA250 embedded CPU module in 2002 and followed this with 
the world's first PXA255 module in 2003. The company also offers custom 
design services to clients worldwide.

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Caption: TRITON-ECO : 400 MHz PXA255 embedded SBC for $99

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Bob Giblett
President
Strategic Test Corporation
One Broadway, Suite 600
Cambridge, MA 02142
United States

Tel: (617)621-4010
Fax: (617)577-1209
Email: bobgiblett@strategic-test.com
http://www.strategic-test.com

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