Introduction
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SPRUII2 – November 2017
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AM437x IDK Evaluation Hardware
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Introduction
The AM437x IDK is a standalone test, development, and evaluation module (EVM) system that lets
developers write software and develop hardware for industrial communication-type applications. The EVM
is equipped with a AM437x processor, from TI, and a defined set of features, to allow the user to
experience industrial communication solutions using serial or Ethernet-based interfaces. Using standard
interfaces, the IDK can interface to other processors or systems, and act as a communication gateway in
this case. In addition the IDK can directly operate as a standard remote I/O system or simple sensor
connected to an industrial communication network. The embedded emulation logic allows for emulation
and debugging using standard development tools such as Code Composer Studio™, from TI, by using the
supplied USB cable.
The following sections give more details regarding the EVM.
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System View
The system view of the AM437x industrial EVM consists of the main board and camera board.
shows the top and bottom views of the Industrial EVM.
Figure 1. AM437x Industrial EVM
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Schematics, Design, and Errata Files
– Schematics, design files, and other related hardware documentation.
