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Quad-core open linux IoT computer for the most demanding edge computing solutions

Quad-core open Linux IoT computer for the most demanding Edge computing solutions in Off-Highway environments. The i.MX8 quad core processor includes an Neuro Processing Unit (NPU), giving you the possibility to start developing AI applications. This platform has been designed to cover the highest cybersecurity standards, including a secure boot and a TPM 2.0.

Ideal for Construction equipment. Cargo and Material Handling. Agriculture and forestry machinery. Fleet management. Mining and minerals. Electric vehicles. Preventive maintenance. Any digital transformation and Industry 4.0 projects requiring edge computing capabilities.

Product Information

  • Processor: i.MX8 M Plus Quad A53 64 bit
  • Memory:
    • 2GB LPDDR4
    • 1GB NAND Flash SLC
    • 8GB EMMC Flash
  • GSM Communication: Global LTE Cat 4
  • Interfaces:
    • Up to 4 CAN FD Bus
    • Wifi and BT 5.0 etc…
  • Rugged Enclosure: IP67 / IP6K9K (full protection against dust/water)
  • IP67 / IP6K9K – Dust-tight and protected from high-pressure steam cleaning
  • Global LTE Cat 4: Worldwide 4G with 3G/2G fallback
  • ARM i.MX8 M Plus Quad A53 64bit 1.6GHz/2G fallback grade protection
  • 2GB LPDDR4 – 4GB optional
  • 1GB NAND flash memory + 8GB eMMC – 32GB optional
  • microSD card holder for additional storage
  • Running Linux OS, Debian | Yocto Distribution
  • Highly customisable and powerful, like any Linux. Programmable in C, Python, Go…
  • Concurrent reception of up to 3 GNSS, GPS, GLONASS, GALILEO, BeiDou
  • Programmable 6 Axis sensor:
    • Accelerometer/Gyroscope
    • Optional Dead Reckoning
  • WiFi 802.11 ac
  • Dual mode Bluetooth 5.2
  • Wide variety of interfaces:
    • Up to 4 CAN-FD SIC
    • 12 Digital & 4 Analog I/O
    • 2 x RS232 or 1 x RS232 & 1 x RS485
    • USB Host 3.0
    • 10/100 BASE-T1 or 10/100 BASE-TX Ethernet
  • Power saving modes & Li-ion backup battery

CPU

  • i.MX8 M Plus Quad A53 64-bit at 1.6 GHz clock speed
  • Debian Distribution or Yocto Project*
  • Neural Processing Unit (NPU) up to 2.3 TOPS (optional)
  • GPU (optional):
    • OpenVG 1.1
    • G2D
    • OpenGL® ES 3.1 Vulkan®
    • OpenCL™ 1.2 FP
  • NAND FLASH 1 GByte
  • EMMC FLASH 8 GByte (options up to 32 GBytes)
  • LPDDR4 2 GB (options up to 4 GBytes)
  • MicroSD card holder for additional storage

*For more information about the OS and kernel, contact us.

LTE Cat 4 / 3G / 2G

  • LTE FDD: B1/B2/B3/B4/B5/B7/B8/B12/B13/B18/B19/B20/B25/B26/B28
  • LTE TDD: B38/B39/B40/B41
  • UMTS: B1/B2/B4/B5/B6/B8/B19
  • GSM: 850/900/1800/1900MHz
  • LTE-FDD: Max 150 Mbps (DL), Max 50 Mbps (UL)
  • LTE-TDD: Max 130 Mbps (DL), Max 30 Mbps (UL)

GNSS

  • Concurrent receiver: GPS/GLONASS/QZSS/BeiDou
  • 72-channel* continuous tracking receiver
  • GALILEO E1B/C ready*
  • SBAS: WAAS, EGNOS, MSAS, GAGAN
  • Update Rate: 10Hz
  • Accuracy: 2.5 meters CEP
  • Signal Acquisition:
    • Cold Start: 26 s
    • Hot Start: < 1.5 s
  • Active Antenna Power Supply: +3 V @ 34mA*

*Features availability depending on the version.

Interfaces

  • Up to 4 CAN-FD SIC bus
  • Integrated sensors: Programmable 6-axis sensor, accelerometer and gyroscope
  • TPM 2.0
  • 12 configurable digital input/outputs:
    • 50 V max inputs (logic low < 1.5 V, high > 3 V)
    • All inputs function as wake signals for low-power modes
    • All inputs can be used as counters (odometer). 32-bit, 3 kHz max
    • 10 open collector outputs (200 mA each)
    • 2 high-side switches to Vin for output (1 A each)
    • Short-circuit protection for all outputs
  • 4 analogue inputs:
    • 12-bit resolution, 1% accuracy
    • 1 Share digital I/O pins and 3 dedicated pins
    • 0-5, 12 V (5 mV per bit) or 0-30,72 V (30 mV per bit) configurable by SW
  • Maxim 1-wire
  • microSD card holder
  • 1 USB Host 3.0, current limit 900 mA
  • 2 external RS232 ports:
    • 1 x (TX/RX/CTS/RTS)
    • 1 x (TX/RX) or RS485 (factory option)
  • 802.3bw 10/100BASE-T1 (SPE) or 802.3u 10/100BASE-TX
  • Vout 5 V power output (500 mA max)
  • FAKRA antenna connectors
  • 4 LEDs for status indication

*Availability of features depends on models.

Power Supply

  • 24 V (9 V to 36 V) DC input
  • Typical consumption at 24 V

Batteries

  • Back-up when there is no power supply available
  • Standard backup battery for RTC. Duration 10 years
  • Optional rechargeable Li-ion 3.6V. Inserted via the rear battery cover

Temperature

Rugged enclosure

  • Environmental protection to the IP6K9K standard (full protection against dust and water)
  • Dimension: L=154 x W=188 x H=62 mm)
  • Weight: 768 gr
  • Material: Glass-reinforced polyester
  • System connectors: TE 776163-1 (35 pins)
  • miniSIM (2FF)
  • MicroSD

Development Kit

  • Developer’s board owa5X, power supply cables, cables for interfaces, antennas, web access to: cross compiler, API´s, libraries, manuals and application notes (see below for more details)

Other Options

  • See Variants & Options

This table is only an HTML5 version of the official BOK 000 5001 owa5x family variants & options summary, available on the documentation section of the owa5x IoT gateway.

Notes

  1. Analogue input 1 is multiplexed with DIO1
  2. CAN3 is not compatible with DIO2 and DIO3
  3. RS485 is not compatible with 2nd RS232
  4. The USB connector has no external access
  5. iButton not compatible with DIO6
Download document: owa5x development kit

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