SNAP FX-32/8 Processor Module
The SNAP FX represents a new form factor for modules from Imsys. Containing one of the IM3000-family of microcontrollers from Imsys, the module is a reference design for how an efficient embedded system could be designed. If offers OEM customers a basis for evaluation of the Imsys' platform for embedded control and enables the building of functional prototypes and development of application software.
With its very small footprint and 100-signal connector this production quality level product can also be used in final customer products.
The use of this module constitutes a low-risk development starting point. The module offers full access to all I/O interfaces of the processor. The module contains SDRAM and serial flash. Using the module, the customer PCB can be a low-density 2-layer board. The S20 socket board from Imsys is one example of this. The SNAP FX printed circuit board design can also be used as a reference for optimized customer PCB designs (schematics etc are included in the documentation).
Key features
- IM3000-series microcontroller
- SNAP FX-32, 32 MB SDRAM, SNAP FX-8 8 MB
- SNAP FX-32 8 MB flash memory, SNAP FX-8 2 MB
- RTC (with battery backup via connector)
- Efficient switching power supply regulator, 4.5-25V input
- Rugged FX10A connector
- RoHS compliant
- 24x45 mm
Peripherals
The available peripheral interfaces vary with the specific member of the IM3000 series microcontroller with which the module is equipped, but can include:
- Two Ethernet controllers, for direct connection to MII or RMII PHY's
- Three asynchronous serial ports
- I2C, SPI, generic serial interface
- High-speed DMA-supported I/O bus, and generic 8-bit data interface
Block diagram
*) The SNAP FX/M210 form factor is used by a number of processors in the IM3000 family.
