Date: 15/06/2012

Kontron's COM Express reference carrierboard for type 6 Computer-on-Modules

Kontron has launched a new reference carrierboard for COM Express basic and compact Computer-and-Modules with pin-out type 6. The Kontron COM Express reference carrier type 6 is specifically designed for the development of innovative SFF applications and supports all future-oriented interfaces required in small and portable applications. OEMs can leverage the new reference carrierboard in the Mini-ITX form factor to accelerate application development or use it off-the-shelf paired with the broad ecosystem of Mini-ITX accessories.

The carrierboard carries out the interfaces such as Kontron COMe-bSC6, the COMe-cOH6 and the Kontron COMe-bIP# with the 3rd generation Intel Core processors. The reference design is suitable for developing applications with enhanced user experience, increased graphics capabilities, faster drives and peripherals. The graphic interfaces include LVDS, DDI (DisplayPort/HDMI/DVI) and VGA (via DVI-I).

The serial interfaces including USB 3.0 allow connection of the modern peripheral components to facilitate building small and portable systems with commercially available standard components. With SIM card support and Smart Battery support, OEMs can develop a broad range of always-connected mobile devices such as digital signage, POS/POI, medical, transportation, and industrial automation.

Other features:
1. Can host all COM Express pin-out type 6 modules in the compact (95x95 mm) or basic (125x95 mm) form factor
2. Integrates a Realtek HD audio codec with digital and optical SPDIF in/out and 5.1 audio jacks
3. Internal hard drives and SSDs can be hooked up via three SATA connectors and for external drives, there is an eSATA port.
4. Application-specific expansion can be achieved via one PCI Express x4 slot, one Express Card connector with USB and one Mini PCI Express slot with USB and SIM card support. This makes developing connected applications with GSM, UMTS or future LTE support a simple task.
5. LAN connection is supported through a RJ45 plug for 10/100/1000 Mbit networks. Further interfaces include two COM interfaces, GPIO and fan control.
6. The power supply is available either via the standard ATX power connector or Smart Battery connectors for the development of battery-powered mobile applications.
The module is available now.

For more information: http://www.kontron.com