i.MX8M Plus SMARC Dev Kit

This comprehensive solution comprises a System on a Module (SOM) and a Carrier board.

Unleash the full potential of the NXP i.MX8M Plus, featuring ARM® Cortex®-A53
processor and Neural Processing Unit (NPU). This empowers Artificial
Intelligence (AI) and Machine Learning (ML) capabilities, enhances multimedia
performance, supports cutting-edge Edge Computing, provides robust video
graphics, and enables rapid processing – all within a compact, cost-efficient,
and power-efficient package. VEST software board support package contains
software drivers for Leopard Imaging 8.4 Megapixels LI-IMX715-MIPI Camera,
allowing optional upgrade possibilities on your product.

VEST i.MX8M Plus SMARC 2.1 SOM suitable for diverse range of applications, such a
• Edge Computing
• Video / Audio Conferencing
• Advanced Human Machine Interface Application
• Point of Sales, Digital Signage, Smart Retail, Smart Cities
• Point of Care
• Portable Test and Measurement Instruments
• Automation for Industry 4.0

Key Features
• Dedicated NPU to accelerate AI and machine learning
• Accelerate real-time data processing, with dual display
• Rich multimedia capabilities
• Up to 4K camera support
• Built-in 10W audio amplifier (plug and play speaker driver)
• Secured data integrity, safeguard against unauthorized access
• Multiple high-speed interfaces that comply with industrial standards facilitate
seamless integration with various peripherals

Specifications

CPU Details

CPU
Up to Cortex®-A53 @ 1.8GHz, Cortex®-M7 @ 800MHz

GPU
1GC7000UL (2 shaders) OpenGL® ES 1.1/2.0/3.0/3.1, Open VG™ 1.1 , Vulkan®, Open CL™ 1.2 FP, GC520L (2D)

NPU
Neural Processing Unit (NPU) Operating at up to 2.3 TOPS

Memory

Memory
2GB 32-bit LPDDR4 up to 4.0GT/s

Storage
8GB eMMC5.1

External Storage
Micro SD 3.0 Socket Push-Push Type

Driver

Driver
LI-IMX715-MIPI Camera (Leopard Imaging)

Multimedia

Video Encoder
1080p60 H.265, H.264

Video Decoder
1080p60 HEVC, H.265, H.264, VP9, VP8

Hi-Fi Audio
Cadence® Tensilica® Hifi 4 DSP @ 800MHz

Camera
2x MIPI CSI (4-lane each) 2x ISP up to 12 MP Resolution

Display and Touch
HDMI 2.0a Tx | LVDS Connector with backlight for 7″ & 10″ LCD Panel | I2C Touch Connector for 7″ & 10″ LCD Panel

Audio
Headphone Jack with Microphone Input | 4 Pin Header for Speaker L&R, Up to 10W/ch into 8ohm Load

Connectivity

Wireless
On SOM Board Dual Band Wi-Fi/Bluetooth Module (802.11a/b/g/n/ac and BT 5.0)

Networking
2x 10/100/1000 BaseT RJ45 Ethernet with PoE, 1x Ethernet with TSN Support, 2x CAN FD

USB
1x USB 2.0/3.0 Type C with PD | 2x USB 2.0/3.0 Type A | 1x USB 2.0 Type A

Serial Communication
RS485 with 120ohm Termination Resistor (Default) or RS232

M.2 Key B Expansion Daughter Board Socket | LVDS (4/8-lane, default) or MIPI DSI (4-lane) | I2C | GPIO

Debugging & Programming
2x Debug-UART Header, 2.54mm Pitch 5pin Header | JTAG-1.27mm Pitch 2 x 5 Pin Header

Buttons and Indicators
1x On/Off Button | 1x Reset Button | 1x On/Off, Reset, Power LED Control Signal Connector-2mm Pitch 5 Pin Header | Power LED Indicator-2x, 3.3V & 5V

Power
PoE (25w/channel), USB-C (60w)

Physical

Form Factor
180mm x 120mm (Carrier Board) , 82mm x 50mm SMARC SOM

Operating Temperature
Commercial | Industrial (Optional)