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Kontron microETXexpress-PV User’s Guide
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2 Introduction
2.1 The microETXexpress®-PV-XT COM
The Kontron microETXexpress®-PV-XT Computer-on-Module (COM) extends the COM
Express® specification to include a small module form factor (95 x 95 mm)
with the commonly used COM Express® Type 2 connector for use on ultra-low
power embedded devices. The microETXexpress®-PV-XT COM design enables the
development of energy-saving devices based on the second generation 1.80 GHz
Intel® Atom™ processor D525 technology and the Intel® I/O Controller Hub
82801HBM (ICH8M) with the secure development path of an established, future-
proof industry standard, the COM Express® Type 2 form factor.
The Kontron microETXexpress®-PV-XT module processor has an integrated memory
controller for up to 4 GB DDR3 RAM (2x 2GB configuration). The graphics core
has a maximum resolution of 1400x1050 VGA and 18-bit single channel LVDS for
WXGA (1366x768). With five PCI Express lanes for flexible configurations as
well as PCI, I 2 C, SPI, and LPC bus, the microETXexpress®-PV-XT COM is ideal
for multi-interface, ultra-low power carrier board designs. These special
features make this 95 x 95 mm Computer-on-Module a key solution for
applications like infotainment, digital signage, POS/POI, medical technology,
and automation that require both mobile and compact stationary low power
devices. This addition to the microETXexpress® family also supports operation
at the extended temperature range of -40 to +85°C.
All modules in the Kontron microETXexpress® family are compatible with the
COM Express® standard (Pin-out Type 2) and thus ensure easy
interchangeability as well as design scalability and future migration paths.
The microETXexpress®-PV-XT COM is a complete PC with standard interfaces such
as USB, Gigabit Ethernet, SATA II, and PATA as well as additional options
like high-definition audio (HDA) and an LVDS flat panel interface.
2.2 Naming Clarifications
The COM Express® standard defines a Computer-On-Module, or COM, with all the
components necessary for a bootable host computer, packaged as a super-
component. The interfaces provide a smooth transition path from legacy
parallel interfaces such as IDE or parallel ATA (PATA) to Low Voltage
Differential Signaling (LVDS) interfaces including the PCI bus, PCI Express*,
and Serial ATA (SATA).