Starter kits provide shortcut for ARM platform evaluation and development

Advantech’s new ARM-based starter sits, powered by NXP and TI processors, provides a shortcut for ARM platform evaluation and development. The new starter kits are now available at distributor Rutronik. The kit includes key elements of a development environment including main boards with CPU cables, adapter cards, LCD panel and power adapter. Along with the kits, a built-in OS image in Linux was released that allows users start their evaluation immediately after they open the box. Other OS such as Android, Yocto Linux and Ubuntu are also available for different applications, each carefully verified for online download. ARM users can easily get familiar with Advantech ARM platforms and learn to operate and design applications. The design-in-service contains referenced carrier board design, layout and schematics review, various manuals, driver porting guide, trouble shooting, customisation and production. The starter kits take only minutes to setup and are designed for performance evaluation and validation, fast hardware design and application development. With their ARM-based modules/boards and 7 year+ longevity support, future ARM-based solutions are easier to develop and reach the market faster.