Toradex is thrilled to announce the arrival of the newest member in its Apalis family of computer-on-modules, the Apalis iMX6. The module is based on Freescale i.MX 6 series of SoC, runs a quad-core ARM Cortex-A9 CPU, and offers an operating frequency of up to 1.2 GHz. Apart from the benefits of long term product availability (of more than 10 years), and compatibility with the existing Apalis T30 module, this module is also qualified for industrial temperature range -40° C to 85° C. More details including datasheet shall be published by the last week of February. For a preliminary look at the datasheet, please click here. For more details on Apalis family, click here. To know more about the Apalis T30 module, click here. Here's a first look at the module.

iWave Systems, a Proven Partner of Freescale and certified Silver Partner of Microsoft, proudly announced the availability of Windows Embedded Compact 7 (WEC7) Board Support Package (BSP) for its customers for catering high-end applications in its various skews of i.MX6 Quad, Dual, Dual Lite & Solo Qseven CPU modules. Windows Embedded Compact 7 (WEC7) is one of the real time operating system (RTOS) from Microsoft designed to target enterprise specific solutions which supports multiple CPU architectures like ARM/x86, Silverlight 3.0, Multi touch and 3GB size physical RAM. Windows Embedded Compact 7 BSP together with Freescale i.MX6 multicore based platforms is ideal for various applications like Medical handhelds, industrial controllers, consumer electronics devices and also automotive infotainment systems. iWave’s latest Windows Embedded Compact 7 BSP release supports all the version of i.MX6 Qseven modules named Quad, Dual, Dualite and Solo. The various features supported by the BSP is listed in the below: Eboot boot loader Console UART LVDS port HDMI display PCIex1 lane SD/MMC slot USB Host USB device CAN Port Capacitive touch Camera Analog video input Audio In/out SATA Ethernet I2C ports PWM for backlight OpenGL/VG Graphics Music Player Photo Viewer Video Player Multimedia Codecs Active Sync support Connect & Consumer media Expression blend Adobe Flash 10.1 Hive registry support on SD Silverlight 3.0 Windows Embedded Compact 7 on iWave's i.MX6 Qseven Development Kit Besides the i.MX6 Windows Embedded Compact 7 BSP support, iWave Systems also provides WinCE BSP support for various other Freescale hardware platforms i.MX27, i.MX51 and i.MX53. Windows Embedded Compact 7 BSP for iMX6 Qseven Modules | iWave Systems For more information please contact – mktg@iwavesystems.com

This 1-minute video highlights Windows Embedded Compact 2013 running on the Device Solutions Opal i.MX53 Development Kit.  This new version has many performance and productivity enhancements over Windows Embedded Compact 7.  The port was done by Guruce.com.

i.CORE RQS M6S/DL/DQ i.Core RQS M6S/DL/D/Q is the latest powerful i.MX6 solution provided by Engicam in micro Q7 format. Equipped with single,dual light,dual or quad Cortex-A9 core and different size of memories The full scalability of modules allows to create multiple products with different performance in a very short time to Market. Features Memories 1GB 64bit DDR3-1066  for i.Core RQS M6Q 512MB 64bit DDR3-1066  for i.Core RQS M6D 512MB 64bit DDR3-800  for i.Core RQS M6DL 256MB 32bit DDR3-800 for i.Core RQS M6S 4 GB e-MMC Graphics and Multimedia 2x LVDS output 1x HDMI output Up to three simultaneous display driving support ( i.Core M6Q/D only) Up to two simultaneous display driving support ( i.Core M6S/DL only) Dual display up to WUXGA (1920x1200) and HD1080 OpenGL/ES 2.x 3D accelerator with OpenCL/EP support and OpenVG1.1 acceleration Multi-format HD1080 video decode and encode Peripherals SD Card interfaces USB OTG HS, USB HS HOST, Uart, I2C, I2S, PCI Express SATA 3Gbps (i.Core M6Q/D only) Ethernet 10/100/1000 On board WiFi option available Dimensions Standard uQ7 http://www.engicam.com/en/products/embedded/som/standard/i-core-rqs-m6s-dl-d-q                

In this demo we are using an OpenCL FFT algorithm to sample audio input from either a wave file or line input and display the frequency bands using OpenVG

  Adeneo Embedded's continued investment in the Freescale i.MX6 solutions is proven again. Adeneo Embedded discovered a critical bug in the ARM TLB translation mechanism detailed in the following ARM errata:       ARM: 754322—Possible faulty MMU translations following an ASID switch       We have developed a patch for the Windows Embedded Compact Kernel that fixes this issue on the i.MX6 BSP. We are currently in the validation process of this fix and will be releasing the patch soon.     For early access to the patch and further information please contact sales@adeneo-embedded.com    

iWave’s latest offering RainboW-G15S is the industry first i.MX6 Dual Lite/ Solo ARM Cortex-A9 core CPU based Single Board Computer in Pico ITX format. Nevertheless, now iWave proudly announces its support for Windows Embedded Compact7 (WEC7) Board Support Package on this i.MX6 Pico ITX SBC. Being a pioneer in SOM offerings, iWave has extended its expertise in software solutions by supporting Windows Embedded Compact 7 BSP on its different i.MX6 platforms. Windows Embedded Compact 7 (WEC7) BSP has been customized to support the i.MX6 Pico ITX SBC platform with the availability of all major peripherals and devices. With UART debug, CAN and Ethernet, this BSP will provide efficient debug and communication support. This BSP provides efficient storage mechanisms through SD/MMC and USB. With OpenGL and OpenVG BSP provides rich graphics which is further accelerated by the 2D and 3D hardware accelerator support available in i.MX6 processor. By using Silverlight 3.0 and Expression Blend, the engineers can develop rich graphical user interfaces. Silverlight application will demonstrate the support of Silverlight on iWave’s Pico ITX SBC. Active sync is available on board to synchronize the device. iWave's new i.MX6 Pico ITX SBC with WEC7 BSP integrates all standard interfaces into a single board with ultra-compact yet highly integrated platform that can be utilized across multiple Embedded PC, Industrial designs and Embedded Systems. Moreover, it has got all the necessary functions that the embedded world demands on a single board to jump start their applications real quick. For more details on this product, kindly visit our website www.iwavesystems.com OR E-mail us on mktg@iwavesystems.com.....

Single Board Computers have always enjoyed serious attention in the field of Embedded Systems design. Ever since its introduction, its main intention was to devise a computer to inspire students to take up many new projects to explore the rich and wide world of Embedded Systems. With products like i.MX6 Pico ITX SBC, i.MX50 Quick Start Board, i.MX27 & PXA 270 SBCs, we at iWave Systems, are clearly a global competitor when it comes to promoting powerful ARM Cortex Single Board Computers. i.MX6 Pico ITX SBC: iWave's i.MX6 Dual Lite/Solo based Pico ITX SBC comes with all standard interfaces loaded into a single board with ultra-compact yet highly integrated platform that can be utilized across multiple embedded PC and industrial designs. It also provides an expansion header through which interfaces can be used according to their applications, measuring at just 100mm x 72mm. Pico ITX Advanced Learning Platform: As our product was aimed at inspiring young engineers to take up several projects in the field of Embedded Systems design iWave systems came up with a versatile and well equipped peripheral daughter board which can be plugged to the iWave’s i.MX6 Pico ITX SBC. This peripheral daughter board provides the extension to the I.MX6 Pico ITX board to evaluate several new display, sensor, communication & IO interfaces. The i.MX6 ARM Cortex A9 Pico ITX SBC with peripheral daughter board forms a powerful starter kit for the university students to plug & play several hardware & software components and make many new innovative concepts. The main interfaces supported by peripheral daughter board are as follows: Display Interfaces: A combination of a 7” TFT LCD display, 16x2 Character LCD and a 4 digit 7 segment display for display centric applications. Communication Interfaces: Additional RS232 & CAN ports for standard communication between external devices. Sensor module: Aimed specifically for engineering project works with various sensors like Ambient light sensors, Proximity sensors, Temperature sensor, Accelerometer and Magnetometer Motor Interface: A single driver that is capable of either driving two DC motors or a single Stepper motor Keypad Interface: Keypad scanner and a 4x4 keypad connector support External interfaces: The peripheral daughter board also following several interfaces CMOS camera interface support available on 17x2 row connector MIPI DSI interface support available on 10 pin MIPI connector SPI interface available on 6 pin SPI header Dual UART interface available on the 6 Pin UART header i.MX6 based Pico ITX Educational Kit For more information please contact: mktg@iwavesystems.com Website: www.iwavesystems.com

Starting from $52, the VAR-SOM-MX6 sets the bar for unparalleled design flexibility The VAR-SOM-MX6 goes one step further and not only ensures scalable and simplified development, but also extends the product life-cycle. Thanks to four CPU core assembly options, customers can apply a single System on Module in a broad range of applications to achieve short time-to-market for their current innovations, while still accommodating potential R&D directions and marketing opportunities. Key features include: Freescale i.MX6 1.2GHz quad/dual/single core Cortex-A9             2GB DDR3, 1GB SLC NAND Flash             Full HD 1080p video encoding/decoding capability             Vivante GPU providing 2D/3D acceleration             Simultaneous multiple display support             Gigabit Ethernet             TI WiLink™ 6.0 single-chip connectivity solution (Wi-Fi, Bluetooth®)             PCI-Express 2.0, S-ATA 3.0             Camera interface             USB 2.0: Host, OTG             Audio In/Out             Dual CAN Bus Supporting the leading OS: Linux, Win EC and Android This versatile solution's -40 to 85°C temperature range and Dual CAN support is ideal for industrial applications, while 1080p video and graphics accelerations make it equally suitable for intensive multimedia applications. The impressive scalability of the VAR-SOM-MX6 satisfies the needs of the most demanding future application requirements whether faster processing power, enhanced algorithms or improved graphics and video performance to name just a few. The VAR-SOM-MX6 is an all-round solution with broad connectivity and sophisticated video and acceleration graphic capabilities, delivering a range of middle to high end assembly options all from the same product. Oded Yaron from Variscite explained the need for a scalable System on Module that can carry a product through several incarnations. "The VAR-SOM-MX6 has removed the need for lengthy and costly redesign to support different market options. At Variscite we understand that a product concept is dynamic and evolves according to market drivers, consumer need and overall corporate strategy. As such we've developed the VAR-SOM-MX6 high performance System on Module, allowing customers to create optimized products for target markets: Add functionality for a more sophisticated offering, or scale down for a simpler lower cost alternative." About Variscite:   In less than a decade Variscite has taken a leading position in the System-on-Modules (SoM) design and manufacturing market. A trusted provider of development and consulting services for a variety of embedded platforms, Variscite transforms clients’ visions into successful products. Learn more about Variscite by visiting: www.variscite.com or contacting: Variscite Sales, sales@variscite.com , +972-9-9562910

This 1-minute video highlights Windows Embedded Compact 2013 running on the Device Solutions Opal i.MX53 Development Kit.  This new version has many performance and productivity enhancements over Windows Embedded Compact 7.  The port was done by Guruce.com.

http://www.eefocus.com/bbs/index.php freescale i.mx53 i.mx6x second domestic:  first family of solutions of wince7 platform based freescale imx6s/d/q. 项目 性能介绍 CPU Freescale i.MX6 Solo ARM Cortex A9(1.0 GHz,512KB L2 Cache) Freescale i.MX6 Dual ARM Cortex A9(2 x 1.0 GHz,1MB L2 Cache) Freescale i.MX6 Quad ARM Cortex A9(4 x 1.0 GHz,1MB L2 Cache) Freescale i.MX6 DualLite ARM Cortex A9(2 x 1.0 GHz,512KB L2 Cache) 内存 高达1 GB的板载LV-DDR3内存，1066 MT/s Up to 4GB LV-DDR3（可选） 图形 Integrated in Freescale i.MX6 Series Video (VPU), 2D Graphics (GPU2D) and 3D Graphics (GPU3D), 3D graphics with 4 shaders up to 200MT/s dual stream 1080p/720p decoder/encoder. OpenGL 2.0, OpenVG 1.1 processing unit 视频解码 HDMI1.4 HDMI interface (resolution up to 1080p) 2个LVDS（1×18位）/1个LVDS（2×24位）Up to 1920x1200 支持18位和24位双通道高达WUXGA1920x1200@60Hz 支持的视频格式 MPEG2 MP, HP MPEG4 SP H.264 VC-1 DivX 大容量存储 eMMC 4GB ,Up to 32GB（可选） 1 x SATA II(3GB/s) (only with i.MX6D and i.MX6Q) 以太网 1 x Gbit Ethernet 10/100/1000BaseT 接口资源 1 x USB OTG 4 x USB 2.0 HOST 2 x SDIO(1个SD Card Slot，1个SDIO作为WiFi通信接口) 1 x PCIe 2.0 (1 lanes) 3 x I2C Bus 1 x SPI Bus 1 x CAN Bus 5 x UART(UART4,5 With HW Flow control) 1 x 8*8 Matrix keyboard 1 x HDMI 2 x LVDS(3 Lanes) 1 x DSI(2 Lanes) 1 x I2S 1 x ONFI(NAND Flash IO) 1 x CSI-2(2 Lanes) （可选，通过FFC排线引出） 1 x Camera interface(parallel 8bit)（可选，通过FFC排线引出） 1 x 16/24bit LCD TTL Level（通过FFC排线引出） GPIO 音频 I2S RFID 13.56MHz频段天线一体化模块，简单的只读卡号模块，支持串口协议 其它 看门狗定时器 内置看门狗复位电路 JTAG调试接口 CAN接口 SPI NOR Flash 4MB (Bootloader) 操作系统 Windows CE7.0 Linux 温度 工作温度：  -20°C to +70°C (opt. -40 to +85°C) 存储温度：  -40 to +85°C 湿度 工作湿度： 10 to 90% r. H. non cond. 存储湿度： 5 to 95% r. H. non cond. 电源 DC +12V ± 5% 尺寸 180 x 130 mm 深圳市科通通信技术有限公司 Comtech Communication Technology(ShenZhen)Co.,Ltd josephwang 王伟 深圳市南山区高新技术产业园南区创维大厦C15 9/F,Tower C,Skyworth Building,High Tech Industrial Park,Nanshan Shenzhen,518057,PRC 电话：+86755-26013210  +8613128865181 mail：106224654@qq.com   josephwang@comtech.com.cn

This video shows NovTech implementation of the video in (CSI Port) and video out (HDMI Port) of the i.MX6 with real time image processing.  While playback of 1080p movie (stored in an SD Card) the IPU unit of the i.MX6 takes the real time images arrives on the CSI input, and combine both video stream to one using the 'green screen' concept.

Adeneo's entry for solution of the month in collaboration with Congatec

Introduction Currently there is not an easy procedure to build Qt 5.1 with hardware acceleration support for Freescale i.MX6 platform. This document describes the steps necessary to download all the prerequisite oftware, build Qt 5.1 code and examples, and verify the hardware acceleration support status. Required Software 1.     To start building, we need some development tools. This build is verified on LTIB (L3.0.35_4.0.0_130424_source.tar.gz downloaded from FreeScale website) and cross-compiled on a Ubuntu 12.04 64-bit PC. Verify that gpu-viv-bin-mx6q option is enabled in the LTIB configuration.                    $ mkdir -p ~/BSP                    $ cd ~/BSP                    $ tar -xzvf L3.0.35_4.0.0_130424_source.tar.gz   2.     Download Qt 5.1.1 source code from the Qt-project website. Create a build directory and extract the content in it.                    $ mkdir -p ~/Qt5                    $ cd ~/Qt5                    $ tar -xJvf qtbase-opensource-src-5.1.1.tar.xz Build procedure: 1.     Enter the Qt5 build directory and create a configuration script as follows:                   $ cd ~/Qt5/qt-everywhere-opensource-src-5.1.1/qtbase                   $ vi config.imx6                   #!/bin/sh                   ./configure -opensource -confirm-license -make libs -device imx6 \                   -device-option CROSS_COMPILE=\                   /opt/freescale/usr/local/gcc-4.6.2-glibc-2.13-linaro-multilib-2011.12/fsl-linaro-toolchain/bin/arm-fsl-linux-gnueabi- \                  -no-pch -no-opengl -no-icu                  -no-c++11 \                  -opengl es2 \                  -eglfs \                  -compile-examples \   2.     Edit the device configuration to specify the root file system of the BSP. Make sure the config file contains lines that match with what lists below                    $ cd ~/Qt5/qt-everywhere-opensource-src-5.1.1/qtbase/mkspecs/devices/linux-imx6-g++                    $ vi qmake.conf                    ROOTFS=/home/trainee/BSP/L3.0.35_4.0.0_130424_source/ltib/rootfs                    QMAKE_INCDIR           += $$ROOTFS/usr/include                    QMAKE_LIBDIR           += $$ROOTFS/usr/lib                    QMAKE_LFLAGS           += -Wl,-rpath-link,$$ROOTFS/usr/lib   3.     Run the configuration script and make sure that Qt5 has openGL ES 2.0 support when it is complete. Note that you must run 'make confclean' to remove the previous configuration when any hanges are made to the script.                 $ ./config.imx6                           This is the Qt Open Source Edition.                           You are licensed to use this software under the terms of  the Lesser GNU General Public License (LGPL) versions 2.1.                           You have already accepted the terms of the  license.                           Creating qmake...                            ….                            ….                            Support enabled for:                            Accessibility  .......... yes                            ….                            OpenGL .................. yes (OpenGL ES 2.x)                             ….                            Qt is now configured for building. Just run 'make'.             Once everything is built, you must run 'make install'.             Qt will be installed into             /home/trainee/BSP/L3.0.35_4.0.0_130424_source/ltib/rootfs/usr/local/Qt5.1.1             Prior to reconfiguration, make sure you remove any leftovers from             the previous build.   4.     Do a build. Note that all the libraries are copied to the appropriate directories in the root file system.                    $ make all -j8                    $INSTALL_ROOT=/home/trainee/BSP/L3.0.35_4.0.0_130424_source/ltib/rootfs/ sudo                    make install        5.     Build the examples                $ cd examples                $ make   6.     Copy an example (hellogl_es2) used to demonstrate openGL ES to the root file system.                $ sudo cp opengl/hellogl_es2/hellogl_es2                /home/trainee/BSP/L3.0.35_4.0.0_130424_source/ltib/rootfs/    Verify h/w acceleration support: 1.     Boot the board and verify that the galcore module is installed               $ cat /proc/devices | grep galcore               $ ls /dev/galcore   2.     Set up the required Qt environment               $ export QT_PLUGIN_PATH=/usr/local/Qt-5.1.1/plugins/        3.     Run the example. You shall see a rotating Qt logo on the display.               $ cd /               $ ./hellogl_es       4.     Run top command and it shows the application running with a very low (0 – 1 %) cpu usage.               $ top                 PID PPID USER     STAT   VSZ %VSZ CPU       %CPU COMMAND                                      2820 2809  root         S         188m 21.5   0              0.7       ./hellogl_es2 About Adeneo Embedded Adeneo Embedded provides system integration, design, support and training services to companies seeking world-class expertise in embedded solutions using high-performance architectures. For over 10 years, Adeneo Embedded has helped clients, in all stages of development; create profitable, feature-rich products that incorporate software and hardware solutions based on Android, Embedded Linux, Windows Embedded or Windows Mobile operating systems. Close working partnerships with industry-leading silicon and software vendors allow Adeneo Embedded to apply its experience to a wide range of embedded solutions for the automotive, industrial, medical,  multi-media, navigation,  networking, mobile and wireless markets. Adeneo Embedded has a global sales and support network backed by engineering offices in North America and Europe. Further information For more information about Adeneo Embedded competences, products and services around Windows Embedded technologies: Ä  visit Adeneo Embedded dedicated web site               www.adeneo-embedded.com Ä  Adeneo Embedded General sales contact                 sales@adeneo-embedded.com For a local contact in Ä  Europe, please contact Jeremy Delicato                   jdelicato@adeneo-embedded.com Ä  America, please contact Mike Ruiz                            mruiz@adeneo-embedded.com

iWave's new Freescale i.MX6 Dual Lite/Solo based Pico ITX SBC integrates all standard interfaces into a single board with ultra-compact yet highly integrated platform that can be utilized across multiple embedded PC, system and industrial designs. It has got all the necessary functions that the embedded world demands on a single board. It also provides an expansion header through which interfaces can be used according to their applications. Measuring just 100mm x 72mm, the Pico-ITX is currently the smallest complete ARM Cortex A9 main board in the industry, smaller than all existing ATX, BTX and ITX form factors. More Info: http://www.iwavesystems.com/product/development-platform/i-mx6-pico-itx-sbc/i-mx6-pico-itx-sbc.html E-mail: mktg@iwavesystems.com Submit your enquiry here: iWave Order Form | iWave Systems

In this demo, you can see how the low level BSP/driver expertise along with application development expertise of Adeneo Embedded can be combined to get the best results on a powerful platform like i.MX6 SABRE Platform For more information, contact: sales@adeneo-embedded.com