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Table of Contents
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Introduction
1.1 Zoom i.MX LITEKIT Features
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Getting Started
2.1 Unpacking the System
2.2 CD-ROM Content Highlights
2.3 Development PC Requirements
2.4 Baseboard Connection Diagram
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3.1 Connecting the SOM-LV to the Baseboard
3.2 Connecting the Expansion Breakout Board to the Baseboard
3.3 Connecting the Baseboard to your PC
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Test Drive the Zoom i.MX LITEKIT
4.1 Terminal Emulation Installation
4.2 Power-up the LITEKIT
4.2.1LogicLoader (Bootloader/Monitor) Power-up
4.3 Sample Application
4.4 Board Support Packages (BSPs)
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Jumper/Switch Functionality
5.1 Jumper Settings for Zoom i.MX LITEKIT
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Product Notices
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Product Registration
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Product Ordering Information
8.1 Zoom Display Kits
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Support
9.1 Frequently Asked Questions
9.2 Technical Discussion Group
9.3 Warranty Statement
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Table of Figures
Figure 2.1 – Kit Hardware Contents
Figure 2.2 – Connection Diagram for the Baseboard
Figure 3.1 – Aligning the SOM-LV over the Baseboard
Figure 3.2 – Connecting the SOM-LV to the Baseboard
Figure 3.3 – Aligning the Breakout Board over the Baseboard
Figure 3.4 – Connecting the Breakout Board to the Baseboard
Figure 3.5 – Connecting the Baseboard to your PC
Figure 3.6 – Baseboard JTAG Settings for i.MX27/31 SOM-LV
Figure 4.1 – Tera Term: Serial Port Set-up Window
Figure 4.2 – LogicLoader losh> Prompt
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1 Introduction
Congratulations on your purchase of the Zoom™ i.MX LITEKIT Development Kit. The Zoom
i.MX LITEKIT provides a product-ready software and hardware platform for evaluating the
functionality of the Freescale™ i.MX processor and System on Module. Logic’s embedded
solutions fast forward product development and helps your company stay focused on your
high-value core technologies.
1.1 Zoom i.MX LITEKIT Features
Common Features
+System on Module (SOM)
+SOM-LV form factor
+LCD Display Connector
+Integrated LCD, touch, and backlight connector for Zoom Display Kits
+Audio Stereo
+Input and output jacks
+PC Card Expansion
+CompactFlash® Type I card
+MMC/SD Card Support
+ATA Support
+Serial Port
+RS-232 debug serial port
+Expansion Headers
+Access to all SOM-LV signals via expansion breakout board that connects to the
baseboard through two high-density board-to-board (BTB) socket connectors
+Standard 100 mil pitch on expansion board headers
+USB
+One USB 2.0 high-speed host
+One USB 2.0 high-speed On-the-Go device
+One USB B debug device
+Network Support
+One RJ45 Ethernet jack connector with magnetics (application/debug)
Cables
+Serial
cable (null-modem)
volt power supply with power adapters
+Ethernet crossover cable
+USB A to mini-B cable
+5
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Software
+Sample Windows® Embedded CE binary images available from Logic
+Windows Embedded CE BSP available from Logic
+Linux BSP available from third-parties
+LogicLoader™ (bootloader/monitor) installed in the SOM-LV flash
Application Development Tools
+Cygwin, Tera Term, and GNU Cross Development Toolchain
Mechanical
+LV-Baseboard form factor baseboard
+158.8 mm long x 146.1 mm wide x 17.1 mm high
+i.MX31 SOM-LV Type I form factor SOM
+76.2 mm long x 59.1 mm wide x 7.9 mm high
+i.MX27 SOM-LV Type II form factor SOM
+76.2 mm long x 50.8 mm wide x 7.9 mm high
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2 Getting Started
2.1 Unpacking the System
The Zoom i.MX LITEKIT includes the following items:
+Application
baseboard
+SOM-LV
+Expansion
breakout board
(see "CD-ROM Content Highlights" Section)
+Null-modem serial cable
+Ethernet crossover cable
+USB A to mini-B cable
+5 volt power supply with power adapters (Europe, Japan, UK, and US)
+End-User License Agreement
+Warranty card
+QuickStart Guide
+Freescale TIC card
+CD-ROM
Note: Avoid touching the MOS devices. Static discharge can and will damage these devices.
Once you have verified that all the items are present, remove the board from its protective
jacket and anti-static bag. Check the board for any visible damage and ensure that there are
no broken, damaged, or missing parts.
Figure 2.1 – Kit Hardware Contents
Regulated 5 volt
Power Supply
CD-ROM
Power Adapters
(Europe,Japan,
UK,andUS)
Null-modem
Serial Cable Ethernet
Cross-over Cable
USB A to
mini-B Cable
SOM-LV
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Application Baseboard
Expansion Breakout Board
2.2 CD-ROM Content Highlights
Product Documentation
+SOM-LV and LITEKIT product briefs
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+Bill of Materials (.pdf format) for SOM-LV, application baseboard, and expansion
breakout board
1
+Schematics for SOM-LV (.pdf format), application baseboard (.pdf and .DSN
formats), and expansion breakout board (.pdf and .DSN formats)
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+Layouts for SOM-LV (.pdf format), application baseboard (.pdf and .MAX formats),
and expansion breakout board (.pdf and .DSN formats)
+SOM-LV Hardware Specification
+Zoom i.MX LITEKIT User’s Manual
+LogicLoader User’s Manual
+LogicLoader User’s Manual Addendum
+i.MX27/31 Reference Manuals available for download from Freescale’s website
http://www.freescale.com/iMX
Software Development Tools (Refer to each tool’s readme file for instructions)
+Tera Term
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+Cygwin
1
+GNU cross development toolchain
References, Resources, and Support
+FAQ
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+Technical Discussion Group (TDG)
+How to get technical support (Ask a Question)
+Support Packages
Product Registration & Software Downloads
2.3 Development PC Requirements
General
+Windows®
2000 or later host PC with access to the Internet
processor or equivalent
+64 MB RAM minimum
+115200 baud capable RS-232 port (COM port) or USB port (see "Connecting the
Baseboard to your PC" Section)
+Tera Term serial emulation program (or equivalent)
+Pentium®
1. Available as downloads from Logic’s website. Please create an account and
register your product to access and be notified of the latest updates to these
documents: https://www.logicpd.com/auth/.
2. Please note that the TDG site requires its own account creation that is separate
from the account used for the main Logic website.
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2.4 Baseboard Connection Diagram
Figure 2.2 – Connection Diagram for the Baseboard
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B
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DE
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J
K
L
M
N
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T
S
R
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Connection Diagram Details
A – Power-in from 5 volt regulated power supply
B – USB B debug device
C – Serial port—115.2 kbps RS232 debug serial port
D – Ethernet speed LED
E – Ethernet link/activity LED
F – RJ45 Ethernet jack with magnetics
G – USB host
H – USB On-the-Go mini-AB port
I – Line-in stereo 3.5 mm jack
J – Line-out stereo 3.5 mm jack
K – 40-pin ATA header
L – 60-pin header for integrated LCD, touch, backlight, connector power
M – 240-pin BTB socket connectors for expansion breakout board
N – System reset button
O – System wake-up button
P – System power on/off button
Q – Power on LED
R – ATA activity LED
S – GPIO 0 LED
T – GPIO 1 LED
U – CompactFlash Type I card
V – MMC/SD card
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3 QuickStart
3.1 Connecting the SOM-LV to the Baseboard
The SOM-LV connects to the baseboard via two BTB socket connectors.
1.
2.
3.
Align the SOM-LV over the two connectors farthest in from the edge of the board.
See Figure 3.1. (There is an outline of the SOM-LV on the baseboard silkscreen to
show proper placement.)
Press the SOM-LV straight down, applying even pressure, onto the two baseboard
socket connectors. See Figure 3.2.
Verify that the socket connectors on the SOM-LV and baseboard have mated
correctly. To remove the SOM-LV, pull up on the board above the socket
connectors. Attempt to pull straight up and refrain from flexing the printed circuit
board (PCB) to avoid damaging the SOM-LV.
Figure 3.1 – Aligning the SOM-LV over the Baseboard
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Figure 3.2 – Connecting the SOM-LV to the Baseboard
3.2 Connecting the Expansion Breakout Board to the Baseboard
Use of the expansion header breakout board is required to access all of the SOM-LV’s
signals. The expansion header breakout board connects to the baseboard via two BTB
connectors.
1.
2.
3.
Align the breakout board over the two BTB connectors closest to the baseboard
edge. See Figure 3.3. (There is an outline on the baseboard silkscreen that
specifies the expansion breakout board connectors). When aligned correctly, the
majority of the expansion breakout board will overhang the side of the baseboard.
Press the breakout board straight down, applying even pressure, onto the two
baseboard socket connectors. See Figure 3.4.
Verify that the socket connectors on the breakout board and baseboard have
mated correctly. To remove the breakout board, pull up on the board above the
socket connectors. Attempt to pull straight up and refrain from flexing the PCB to
avoid damaging the breakout board.
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Figure 3.3 – Aligning the Breakout Board over the Baseboard
Figure 3.4 – Connecting the Breakout Board to the Baseboard
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3.3 Connecting the Baseboard to your PC
1.
Connect the null-modem serial cable (supplied in the kit) to the serial port
connector on the baseboard and to a COM port on the host PC. See Figure 3.5.
Note: If your computer does not contain a serial port, you can use the USB B
device on the baseboard to connect to the USB port on your computer. See Figure
3.5. The application baseboard is equipped with an FTDI virtual COM port (VCP)
chip that causes the USB device to appear to your computer as an additional COM
port. Settings for the terminal emulation program will remain the same; however, a
driver must be installed on your computer and a USB A-to-B cable must be
purchased separately for proper operation. A link to the driver and instructions for
using the FT232R VCP chip can be found at
http://www.logicpd.com/auth/downloads/i.MX LITEKIT/.
2.
Confirm baseboard JTAG jumpers are set for normal operation with your specific
SOM-LV, as shown in Figure 3.6.
Note: For proper JTAG operation, the jumpers should remain in the normal
operation position.
3.
4.
Connect the regulated 5 V power supply to the appropriate power adapter. Plug
the power adapter into an electrical outlet and the 5 V line output connector into
the power connector on the baseboard.
Press the power on button to boot the LITEKIT. See Figure 3.5.
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Figure 3.5 – Connecting the Baseboard to your PC
USB B debug device
RS-232 null-modem cable to host PC
Power supply & power adapter
(Europe, Japan, UK, or US)
Power on button
Figure 3.6 – Baseboard JTAG Settings for i.MX27/31 SOM-LV
5
6
JP2
1
2
Normal and JTAG operation
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4 Test Drive the Zoom i.MX LITEKIT
4.1 Terminal Emulation Installation
The Zoom i.MX LITEKIT is designed to communicate with terminal emulation programs using
the included null-modem serial cable and the following settings: 115200 baud, 8-data-bits,
no-parity, 1-stop-bit, and no-flow-control. The terminal emulation program must support
binary transfers in order to download software to the kit.
Although Logic Product Development does not support any particular terminal emulation
program, we suggest using Tera Term Pro for Windows® 2000 or Windows XP. Tera Term Pro
is provided on the CD-ROM or can be downloaded for free from Logic’s website:
https://www.logicpd.com/auth/. Tera Term Pro is not available for Linux users. Logic Product
Development does not guarantee or support any terminal emulation programs.
Once the terminal emulation program has been installed, open a new serial port connection
using the COM port where the null-modem serial cable is connected to the host PC. Set the
‘baud-rate’ to 115200, ‘data’ to 8-bit, ‘parity’ to none, ‘stop’ to 1-bit, and ‘flow control’ to
none. (Hint: In Tera Term, you can save these serial port settings by selecting ‘Setup -> Save
setup...’ from the file menu. After saving, these serial port settings will be in place every time
you launch the Tera Term application.)
Figure 4.1 – Tera Term: Serial Port Set-up Window
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4.2 Power-up the LITEKIT
The Zoom i.MX LITEKIT is shipped with the Logic bootloader installed in resident flash.
LogicLoader provides the capability for loading operating systems and applications. In
addition, it provides a full suite of commands for interfacing to the SOM-LV. These commands
load operating systems, configure hardware platforms, bring up hardware, customize
applications, perform tests, and manage in-field devices.
4.2.1LogicLoader (Bootloader/Monitor) Power-up
The SOM-LV is shipped with a version of LogicLoader (bootloader/monitor) programmed into
the boot flash device at an offset of 0xA000_0000.
Accessing LogicLoader
Interface to LogicLoader via a terminal emulation program connected via a null-modem serial
cable to the “Terminal” port of the SOM-LV (debug serial port on the baseboard). Use the
following default terminal settings: 115200 baud, 8-data-bits, 1-stop-bit, no-parity, and
no-flow-control.
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2.
3.
4.
5.
Start a terminal program on the host PC (e.g., Tera Term, HyperTerminal).
Connect a serial cable to the host PC and to the serial port on the baseboard.
Connect power supply to the LITEKIT.
Press the power on button (see Figure 2.2 for button location).
In the terminal program you should see a LogicLoader screen similar to that below.
Figure 4.2 – LogicLoader losh> Prompt
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4.3 Sample Application
The Zoom i.MX LITEKIT comes with a sample application that can be downloaded from the
Logic website: https://www.logicpd.com/auth/. For instructions, see the Zoom i.MX LITEKIT
User’s Manual and the readme file that accompanies the downloaded sample application.
4.4 Board Support Packages (BSPs)
Logic offers various product-ready Board Support Packages (BSPs) in binary format for Zoom
Development Kits.
Logic provides sample downloadable evaluation Windows Embedded CE images (NK.bins)
to evaluate the Windows Embedded CE operating system on Logic's line of Development
Kits. These sample images are provided as part of the Microsoft® Windows CE Hardware
Kitting Program. Logic packages a 120-day evaluation version of Windows Embedded CE
Platform Builder in the Development Kit and posts downloadable sample images on the Logic
website. These images are licensed for evaluation purposes only and are not intended for
commercial use. Please reference Application Note 296 entitled When to Use an NK.bin for
information about the capabilities of the binary OS images.
If your development effort requires the use of a BSP, Logic provides a binary BSP as a
downloadable item from the website. In order to obtain Logic’s Windows Embedded CE BSP,
please read and sign the Windows CE BSP License Agreement located at:
http://www.logicpd.com/downloads/406/.
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5 Jumper/Switch Functionality
5.1 Jumper Settings for Zoom i.MX LITEKIT
The following table describes the function of the jumpers on the application baseboard.
Table 5.1 – Jumper Switch Table
Jumper Settings
JP2
Jmp 5
Jmp 6
JP3
Jmp 2–3
JP4
Jmp 1
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Function
Normal operation. An individual jumper is
placed on each pin and not connected to
another pin. (See Figure 3.6, earlier in this
document.)
ATA Operating Voltage. Default is when
jumper is across pins 2 and 3.
ATA Enable. When the jumper is placed
only on pin 1 and not connected to
another pin, ATA functionality is enabled
for the board.
6 Product Notices
The Zoom i.MX LITEKIT being sold by Logic and Freescale is intended for ENGINEERING
DEVELOPMENT OR EVALUATION PURPOSES ONLY. As such, the goods being provided
may not be complete in terms of required design, marketing, and/or manufacturing related
protective considerations, including product safety measures typically found in the end
product incorporating the goods. The user assumes all responsibility and liability for proper
and safe handling of the Zoom i.MX LITEKIT.
ESD
Due to the open construction of the product, it is the user’s responsibility to take any and all
appropriate precautions with regard to electrostatic discharge. The various debug header
pins are tied to actual lines on the SOM-LV and baseboard. Some of them will reset the board
if they are touched directly. Be aware of this situation. Logic’s warranty does not cover
products damaged by ESD.
Approvals
This product is compliant with radiated emissions standard EN55022 level A
and may be operated in industrial areas as defined by national regulations. This
product may require a special permit for operation at other locations. Cases of
interference at such locations need to be handled according to the
requirements of the national EMC legislation.
FCC Compliance
This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the
following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference,
and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference
that may cause undesired operation.
Product:
Zoom i.MX27 LITEKIT
Product:
Zoom i.MX31 LITEKIT
Model number:
MCIMX27LITEKIT
Model number:
MCIMX31LITEKITC
Responsible party: Logic Product Development
Responsible party: Logic Product Development
411 Washington Ave N Suite 400
411 Washington Ave N Suite 400
Minneapolis, MN 55401
Minneapolis, MN 55401
612.672.9495
612.672.9495
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7 Product Registration
In order to access the latest revision of this manual, as well as other documentation and
software tools, please register your product online with a recent version of Internet Explorer or
Mozilla Firefox. In addition to downloads access, registration provides future notifications
when Logic releases documentation and software updates for your product.
Go to the “Create Account” section on the Logic Support website at
http://www.logicpd.com/support/, and create a user account. You will receive an e-mail with
your new username, password, and additional instructions. At this point, log in and complete
the product registration form to gain access to product download files.
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8 Product Ordering Information
Zoom i.MX LITEKITs and SOM-LVs are available direct from Freescale or their worldwide
distributors. Please visit Logic’s website for configuration options and ordering information:
http://www.logicpd.com/eps/devkits/freescale/devkit/imx_devkit/
8.1 Zoom Display Kits
Display Kits are ideal for embedded solutions requiring a graphical user interface. Logic offers
different display sizes (e.g., 3.6”, 6.4”) and resolutions (e.g., QVGA, VGA). Zoom Display Kits
are sold separately. Please verify the selected development board/processor supports the
Display Kits. Contact Logic for other display requirements. Visit Logic’s website at
http://www.logicpd.com/eps/displaykits/ for a complete listing of Display Kits and
specifications.
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9 Support
The Zoom i.MX LITEKIT is a Freescale part number. Technical support should be handled as
follows:
1. First, contact your local Freescale sales office if there are any issues or questions.
2. Second, use Freescale’s Technical Information Center. See enclosed information
card in box.
3. Third, Logic has created an FAQ and Technical Discussion Group section on the
Logic web site to make it easier for our customers to find answers to their
questions. For additional technical support, please see support packages below.
What support comes with the Zoom i.MX LITEKIT?
+Freescale local FAEs and online support forum at http://www.freescale.com
+Unlimited access to Logic’s Technical Discussion Group and FAQs available at
http://www.logicpd.com/support/
What is supported in the i.MX LITEKIT?
+Zoom i.MX LITEKIT hardware
+LogicLoader (Bootloader/Monitor)
What does Logic Product Development NOT support?
See respective third-party solutions for technical support.
+GNU cross development toolchain (http://www.gnu.org/)
+Tera Term
+Cygwin (http://www.cygwin.com/)
+IC Components (contact appropriate IC vendor)
Additional Support Services Available for Purchase
Support Packages for Dedicated Technical Support
Visit http://www.logicpd.com/support/ for complete descriptions, price, and purchase.
+Platinum
Support Package
Support Package
+Silver Support Package
+Bronze Support Package
+Windows CE Binary BSP Build Support Package
+Gold
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Product Development Services
Logic offers product development and manufacturing services from initial product
concept and design to volume production and fulfillment.
+Industrial
Design
Engineering
+Electrical Engineering
+Systems & Software Engineering
+PCB Design & Layout
+FPGA/DSP Design
+Manufacturing Services
+Mechanical
9.1 Frequently Asked Questions
Visit http://www.logicpd.com/support/ for a complete list of FAQs for the Zoom i.MX LITEKIT
and i.MX SOM-LVs.
9.2 Technical Discussion Group
Visit http://www.logicpd.com/support/ to join our Technical Discussion Group (TDG) and
share valuable information with other designers. Please note that the TDG site requires its
own account creation that is separate from the account for the main Logic website.
9.3 Warranty Statement
Refer to warranty card enclosed with the Zoom i.MX LITEKIT.
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Revision History
REV
EDITOR
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PN 1005947
REVISION DESCRIPTION
APPROVAL
DATE
A
PN 1005947
Jed Anderson Internal Release
ELH
08/16/06
Jed Anderson Updated design and layout
B
PN 1006770
Updated all images of the baseboard and
references to newly added components;
Added USB A to mini-B cable to kit contents;
Added "Connecting the Expansion Breakout
Board to the Baseboard" Section and other
references to the breakout board;
Added FCC compliance paragraph;
Corrected 12.1” Sharp LCD PN;
Added Linux BSP to "Zoom i.MX LITEKIT
Features" Section;
Specified exact VCP chip used on baseboard
in "Connecting the Baseboard to your PC"
Jed Anderson Section
ME
ELH
08/30/06
02/12/07
C
PN 1007500
Clarified JTAG operation instructions and
jumper settings; Updated pictures; Section
2.4–Updated connection diagram for Pilot
board spin; Changed to SOM-LV
nomenclature throughout; General grammar
Jed Anderson and formatting changes
JCA
04/26/07
D
PN 1008139
Removed configuration information for
LITEKIT, SOM-LVs, and Display Kits;
Combined Ordering Information section with
Display Kit section; Added FCC note for
i.MX27 LITEKIT; Added Hint for Tera Term
settings; Clarified available BSP statements;
Jed Anderson General grammar and formatting changes
ME
10/03/07
Please check www.logicpd.com for the latest revision of this manual, product change
notifications, and additional application notes.
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Logic Product Development makes no warranty for the use of its products. The Company assumes no responsibility for any errors which may appear in
this document, reserves the right to change devices or specifications detailed herein at any time without notice, and does not make any commitment to
update the information contained herein. The names of the sample source code files and the platform dependent environment variables may be subject to
change without notice. Some steps and figures may vary between different versions of tools. No licenses to patents or other intellectual property of Logic
are granted by the company in connection with the sale of Logic products, expressly or by implication.
All rights reserved. Logic Product Development. Freescale and Sharp are registered trademarks. Windows is a registered trademark of Microsoft
Corporation. Zoom and LogicLoader are trademarks of Logic Product Development. Terms and product names in this document may be trademarks
of others.
©2007 Logic PN: 1008139