Verdin Carrier Board Design Guide
Preliminary
– Subject to Change
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Introduction
1.1
Overview
This document guides users through the development of a customized carrier board for the Verdin
System-on-Module (SoM) family. It describes the different interfaces of those modules and provides
reference schematics as well. The document highlights standardized features of Verdin SoMs
(compatible between different modules). "Module-specific" interfaces, features and alternate
functions are not detailed in this document. These interfaces are detailed in the respective
datasheets of Verdin SoMs. Some Verdin modules do not feature the full set of the "Reserved"
interfaces. It is strongly recommended to always read the datasheet of the module that is intended
to be used with and off-the-shelf or a custom carrier board.
Verdin modules feature new high-speed interfaces such as PCI Express, HDMI, MIPI CSI and DSI
which require special layout considerations regarding trace impedance and length matching.
Please read carefully the Toradex Layout Design Guide for additional information on the routing of
these interfaces.
1.2
Additional Documents
1.2.1
Layout Design Guide
This document contains layout requirement specifications for high-speed signals and helps to avoid
issues related to layout.
https://developer.toradex.com/carrier-board-design
1.2.2
Verdin Module Datasheets
For every Verdin Module, there is a datasheet available. Among other things, this document
describes the "Module-specific" interfaces and secondary functionalities of pins. Before starting the
development of a customized carrier board, please check these documents to verify if the required
interfaces are available on the selected modules.
https://www.toradex.com/computer-on-modules/verdin-arm-family
1.2.3
Verdin Module Definition
This document describes the Verdin Module standard. It provides information on the mechanical
and electrical properties of Verdin modules, in addition to functionalities and interfaces provided
by those modules.
The document is available soon.
1.2.4
Toradex Developer Center
You can find a lot of additional information in the Toradex Developer Center, which is updated
with the latest product support information on a regular basis.
Please note that the Developer Center is common for all Toradex products. You should always
check to ensure if information is valid or relevant to the Verdin modules.