Starterkit STKa28

Arm9™ with i.MX28

The Embedded Starterkit STKa28 is an evaluation kit thoughtfully designed for embedded computing engineers. It is built around the TQMa28 platform, featuring an Arm9™ processor with the i.MX28 from NXP. This kit offers engineers the convenience of access to all functional CPU pins on module connectors, ensuring versatility in development. With its compact dimensions, it provides a well-balanced ratio between computing and graphics performance. The kit comes equipped with essential features, including IEC 61850 Stack, an extended temperature range, and 2x IEEE1588 Ethernet interfaces with L2 Switch functionality. It's an ideal choice for applications in smart metering, simple visualization, control tasks, and intelligent networks.

Features

Access to All Functional CPU Pins: Allows engineers to easily access all functional CPU pins on module connectors.

Compact Dimensions: A space-efficient design while offering a well-balanced computing and graphics performance.

IEC 61850 Stack: Supports integration with the IEC 61850 standard for intelligent networks.

Extended Temperature Range: Operates reliably across a wide temperature range, suitable for various environments.

2x IEEE1588 Ethernet: Offers precise time synchronization for time-critical applications with L2 Switch functionality.

Specifications

CPU
  • i.MX287 (450 MHz)
Memory
  • DDR2-SDRAM: up to 256 MB
  • eMMC flash: up to 16 GB
  • EEPROM: 0/64-kbit
Graphics
  • 24-bit TFT Interface
Communications Interfaces
  • Up to 2x Ethernet 10/100 Mbit (L2 Switch)
  • Up to 2x CAN 2.0 B Up to 5x UART
Other Interfaces
  • 1x USB 2.0 high-speed HOST interface
  • 1x USB 2.0 high-speed OTG interface
  • 1x SDIO/MMC
  • Up to 2x I2C
  • Up to 2x I2S
  • Up to 2x SPI
  • GPIO
  • Up to 8x 12-bit
  • ADC channels Up to 8x PWM
General
  • Power supply 5 V
  • Ambient conditions
    • Standard temperature range: -25°C…+85°C
    • Extended temperature range: -40°C…+85°C
  • Plug-in system Board-to-Board plug-in system (160 Pins) 2* 80
OS
  • Linux
  • QNX
  • WCE 6
  • VxWorks on request

Ordering Information

TQMa28-AA
  • A i.MX287 @ 450 MHz, 128 MB DDR2, 8 GB eMMC flash, 64-kbit EEPROM, -25°C…+85°C
TQMa28-AC
  • i.MX287 @ 450MHz, 8 GB e-MMC, 128 MB DDR2, 64 kB EEPROM, Boot EEPROM, -40°C…+85°C
TQMa28-AD
  • i.MX287 @ 450MHz, 8 GB e-MMC, 128 MB DDR2, 64 kB EEPROM, Boot EEPROM, -25°C…+85°C
TQMa28-AE
  • i.MX287 @ 450MHz, 8 GB e-MMC, 128 MB DDR2, 64 kB EEPROM, Boot EEPROM, Supervisor 5V, -25°C…+85°C
TQMa28-AF
  • i.MX287 / 454MHz, 8GB eMMC-Flash, 256MB DDR2-SDRAM, 64kB EEPROM, Boot-EEPROM (-25 - +85°C)
STKa28-AA
  • STKa28 (Eval Kit) with TQMa28-AA, i.MX287/450 MHz, 128 MB DDR2, 8 GB eMMC flash, 64-kbit EEPROM, 1x RS232, 1x RS485, GPIO 4x IN/ 8x OUT, 2x CAN 2.0 B isol., 2x USB 2.0 HOST, 2x ETH 10/100, Stereo Out, Mono Mic In, RTC, Temperature sensor, Reset button, SD interface, Power Supply, 2 GB SD card, Z-Modem Cable
STKDT070-AA
  • 7“ Touch-Display, WVGA 800 x 480, 300 cd, Touchpen, Cable set
Starter kit STKa28
  • The core of the STKa28 is the TQMa28 with an Arm9™ CPU. The components contained in the starter kit constitute a modular system enabling you to develop your own product ideas. Development of graphic interfaces can be started immediately using a TQ display kit which is adjusted for a starter kit. To develop your own hardware you can use the certified and qualified circuit components of the starter kit in your own designs.

TQ Embedded is known for:

  • Precision German engineering, now with a North America presence
    • Robust industrial products with support
  • Widest portfolio of embedded processing architectures: ARM, x86, PowerPC 
  • Comprehensive in-house process and facilities for true long-life availability
  • Modules with full signal availability (ALL signals available, not just selective groups)
  • In-house full control: design, manufacturing, specialized adaptations
  • Robust baseboard options, production-ready for mounting their SOM products