The AM3517 System on Module (SOM) is a compact, product-ready hardware and software solution that fast forwards embedded designs while reducing risk and controlling cost.
Based on Texas Instruments' Sitara AM3517 microprocessor and designed in the SOM-M2 form factor, the AM3517 module offers essential features for handheld and embedded networking applications. The AM3517 SOM-M2 features the superset AM3517 processor, but also supports the AM3505 processor.
The standard SOM-M2 form factor allows developers to reuse existing baseboard designs when upgrading to new AM processors, which extends roadmap possibilities for their end-product.
Two Zoom Development Kit options allow developers to choose the platform best suited to their application needs. By starting with the corresponding Zoom Development Kit, engineers can write application software on the same hardware that will be used in their final product.
The compact size of the AM3517 SOM-M2 is ideal for medical patient monitoring wearables and other portable instrumentation applications. The AM3517 includes an SGX530 graphics accelerator and multiple communication ports, including wireless 802.11 b/g/n and wired 10/100 Ethernet peripherals. For commercial signage, medical imaging, avionics, and industrial displays, the AM3517 SOM‑M2 allows for powerful versatility, long-life, and greener products.
Processor
- The AM3517 SOM-M2 supports the Texas Instruments Sitara AM3517 microprocessor with ARM Cortex-A8 RISC core running at 600 MHz (link to Texas Instruments AM3517 page)
Software and Tools
- U-Boot (bootloader/monitor)
- Android Development Kit
- TI Linux SDK
- Timesys Linux BSP
- Windows Embedded CE SDK
Memory
- Scalable NAND flash memory (512 MB standard)
- Boots from onboard NAND or external SD/MMC, NAND, NOR, UART, USB, or Ethernet
- 166 MHz DDR2 SDRAM, 256 MB standard (scalable to 512MB)
Network Connectivity
- 10/100 Base-T Ethernet controller (application/debug)
- 802.11b/g/n wireless Ethernet
- Bluetooth 2.1 + EDR
USB
- USB 2.0 High-speed On-the-Go interface
- USB 2.0 high-speed host interface
Serial I/O
- Up to four external UARTs
- CAN 2.0B controller
- Three I2C ports
- Three SPI ports
Display
- SGX530 graphics accelerator (AM3517 only)
- Programmable color LCD controller supports up to a 24 bpp TFT interface
- Supports OpenGL 1.1/2.0 & OpenVG 1.0
Expansion
- Multiple SD/MMC card support
Mechanical Specifications
- SOM-M2 form factor (40.9 x 51.2 x 4.4 mm)
- Commercial temperature (0°C to +70°C)
- Extended temperature (-20°C to +70°C)
- Industrial temperature (-40°C to +85°C)
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Standard SOM Configurations
SOMAM3517-10-1780RJCR
AM3517 processor, up to 600 MHz, 256 MB DDR2, 512 MB NAND flash, wired Ethernet, 802.11 b/g/n, Bluetooth, touch
SOMAM3517-10-1780FJCR
AM3517 processor, up to 600 MHz, 256 MB DDR2, 512 MB NAND flash, wired Ethernet, touch, no wireless interfaces
SOMAM3517-10-1780RJXR
AM3517 processor, up to 600 MHz, 256 MB DDR2, 512 MB NAND flash, wired Ethernet, 802.11 b/g/n, Bluetooth, touch
SOMAM3517-10-1780FJIR
AM3517 processor, up to 600 MHz, 256 MB DDR2, 512 MB NAND flash, wired Ethernet, touch, no wireless interfaces
Documentation & Downloads
Files marked with "Requires Account" are available to customers with a registered product. All other files can be freely downloaded from below.
Product Information
- START HERE - Documentation Overview (EVM)
- START HERE - Documentation Overview (eXperimenter Kit)
- START HERE - Support Services Overview
- AM35x SOM-M2 Product Brief
- Zoom AM3517 EVM Product Brief
- Zoom AM3517 eXperimenter Kit Product Brief
- AM35x Linux WiLink Patch Set Product Brief
- Zoom Display Kit Product Brief
Product Change Notifications
- Requires Account AM3517 SOM-M2 Errata
- Requires Account AM3517 SOM-M2 Product Change Notification
- Requires Account AM3517 EVM Errata
- Requires Account AM3517 EVM Product Change Notification
- Requires Account AM3517 eXperimenter Kit Errata
- Requires Account AM3517 eXperimenter Kit Product Change Notification
Hardware Documents
Hardware Design Files
- Requires Account AM3517 EVM Hardware Design Files
- Requires Account AM3517 eXperimenter Kit Hardware Design Files
- Requires Account SOMAM3517-10-1780FJCR Hardware Design Files
- Requires Account SOMAM3517-10-1780FJIR Hardware Design Files
- Requires Account SOMAM3517-10-1780RJCR Hardware Design Files
- Requires Account SOMAM3517-10-1780RJXR Hardware Design Files
- AM3517 SOM-M2 (WiFi) 3-D Model Files (SolidWorks & STEP)
- AM3517 SOM-M2 3-D Model Files (SolidWorks & STEP)
User Manuals
- Zoom AM3517 EVM QuickStart Guide
- Zoom AM3517 EVM User Guide
- Zoom AM3517 eXperimenter Kit QuickStart Guide
- Zoom AM3517 eXperimenter Kit User Guide
Application Notes
- AN 440 AM3517 and OMAP-L138 Development Kit Compatibility
- AN 447 FCC Certification Guidelines for End Products Using the AM35x SOM-M2
- AN 481 AM3517 SOM-M2 Design Checklist
- AN 502 LVDS Display Integration with the AM3517 EVM, AM3517 eXp, OMAP35x SOM-LV, & OMAP35x Torpedo Development Kits
- Requires Account AN 506 AM3517 SOM-M2 Blank SOM Programming
- Requires Account AN 539 AM3517 SOM-M2 Programming for End-Product Manufacturing
White Papers
- WP 293 Model Number Explanation & Decoder
- WP 420 AM3517 Pre-Release Processor Silicon
- WP 449 AM35x SOM-M2 Radiated Emissions Scan
- Requires Account WP 516 AM3517 SOM-M2 Recommended RAM Timings
Linux
- AM3517 EVM WiLink Getting Started Guide
- AM3517 Linux User Guide
- Requires Account AM35x Linux WiLink Demo Image
- Requires Account AM35x Linux WiLink Patches
Software Development Tools
- Requires Account Wattson (Windows Version)
- Requires Account Wattson (Linux Version)
- Requires Account AM35x Board Support Library (BSL) Files
- Requires Account AM3517 SOM-M2 Pin Mux Files
Development Tools
Zoom™ AM3517 EVM
Logic PD's product-ready software and hardware platforms fast forward your product development while reducing risk and controlling costs. The Zoom AM3517 EVM Development Kit is a high-performance application development kit for evaluating the functionality of Texas Instruments' Sitara AM3517 microprocessor and Logic PD's System on Module (SOM).
Zoom™ AM3517 eXperimenter Kit
Logic PD'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 PD's System on Module (SOM).
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