Zoom AM3517 eXperimenter Kit

Product Overview
Logic's product-ready software and hardware platforms fast forward your product development while reducing risk and controlling costs. The Zoom AM3517 eXperimenter Kit is a low-cost application development kit for evaluating the functionality of Texas Instruments' AM3517 applications processor and Logic's System on Module (SOM).
Application development is performed right on the product-ready AM3517 SOM-M2 and software Board Support Packages (BSPs) included with the kit, which enables you to seamlessly transfer your application code and hardware into production.
The AM3517 SOM-M2 is ideal for applications that require high-performance graphics, including applications that require OpenVG and OpenGLES1.1 & 2.0 acceleration. The AM3517 eXperimenter kit includes an SGX530 graphics accelerator and multiple communication ports including wired 10/100 Ethernet. For commercial signage, medical imaging, avionics, and industrial displays, the AM3517 SOM‑M2 allows for powerful versatility, long-life, and greener products.
The Zoom AM3517 eXperimenter Kit includes the AM3517 SOM-M2, baseboard, and software required for development work.
Model Number
SDK-XAM3517-10-256512RSuggested Resale Price
$199Related SOM
Kit Contents
- Includes AM3517 SOM-M2 (SOMXAM3517-10-1780FJCR)
- 256 MB DDR2 SDRAM
- 512 MB NAND flash
- Wired Ethernet
- Wireless Ethernet and Bluetooth interfaces not included
- Software and Tools
- Open source Linux Board Support Package (available from Texas Instruments)
- U-Boot (bootloader/monitor)
- Board Support Library (BSL) sample programs
- Display
- Integrated LCD, touch, and backlight connector for optional Zoom Display Kits
- HDMI 24 bpp video-out interface (video only)
- Network/USB/Serial Connectors
- One RJ45 Ethernet jack connector
- One USB 2.0 high-speed On-the-Go interface
- One USB 2.0 high-speed host
- 115.2kbps RS-232 debug serial port
- One USB/UART debug serial port
- PC Card Expansion
- One MMC/SD card slot
- Debug
- Connectors for JTAG interface
- XDS100 emulation circuit
- Cables
- Null-modem serial cable
- USB A to mini-B cable
- 5 volt power supply with power adapters (Europe, Japan, UK, and US)
- Mechanical Specs
- RoHS compliant
The following documents are available for download. Customers with registered products can download additional documents, as well as software and tools, from their Account Summary page.
Product Information
- AM3517 SOM-M2 Product Brief
- Zoom AM3517 eXperimenter Kit Product Brief
- Zoom Display Kit Product Brief
User Manuals
Hardware Documents and Design Files
- AM3517 SOM-M2 Hardware Specification
- AM3517 SOM-M2 (no wireless) BOM, Schematic, and Layout (requires account)
- AM3517 eXperimenter Kit Baseboard BOM, Schematic, and Layout (requires account)
White Papers
Where To Buy
Ordering Information
Zoom AM3517 eXperimenter Kits are available from Logic Distributors.
- SDK-XAM3517-10-256512R (includes SOMXAM3517-10-1780FJCR) $199
Distributors
Support
SUPPORT LINKS FOR REGISTERED USERS
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GENERAL SUPPORT
Frequently Asked Questions
Use our FAQ tool to find answers to common questions when using your kit.
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Support Packages
For customers requiring continued support to assist with application
development, Logic offers standard and configurable support contract
options, as well as expert services to reduce time-to-market.
Return Material Authorization
To submit a Return Material Authorization (RMA) Request, please follow the instructions on the RMA page.
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