Product Data Sheet
Cougar
AMD Geode LX 800 Single Board Computer
Overview
Highlights
The Cougar is a feature-rich, mid-performance single board
computer that offers very low power consumption without sacrificing
performance. The highly efficient AMD Geode LX 800 processor
provides fanless extended temperature operation, while solderedon memory ensures high reliability. Equipped with dual 10/100
Ethernet, USB 2.0 ports, and RS-232/422/485 COM ports, the
Cougar is ideal for defense, aerospace, homeland security, medical,
and other embedded computing applications.
AMD Geode LX 800 Processor
Very low power consumption
256 MB soldered-on DDR memory
Integrated video
CompactFlash socket
Extended temp. operation
RoHS-compliant
Like all VersaLogic products, the Cougar is designed to support
OEM applications where high reliability and long-term availability
are required. From application design-in support, to its 15+ year
production life guarantee, the Cougar provides a durable embedded
computer solution with an excellent cost of ownership. The Cougar
is manufactured and tested to the highest quality standards and
is fully RoHS compliant. Customization is available, even in low
OEM quantities.
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Product Data Sheet
Features
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AMD Geode LX 800 Processor
Embedded BIOS
PC/104-Plus Form Factor
800 MHz performance with ultra-low power
consumption.
OEM embedded features and firmware support.
Field-upgradeable, customization available.
Supports PCI and ISA expansion on a highly rugged
format.
High-performance Video
Industrial Temperature
MIL-STD-202G
Analog and LVDS flat panel outputs for 18 and
24-bit displays.
-40° to +85°C operation for harsh environments.
Qualified for high shock and vibration operation.
256 MB DDR Memory
Soldered-on RAM for high reliability.
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Network Support
Dual 10/100 Ethernet provides fast network
access and boot ROM support.
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USB Ports
Four USB 2.0 ports provide flexible I/O options for
keyboard, mouse, floppy drives, and other devices.
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Integrated I/O
Three COM ports (two RS-232, one RS-422/485)
and one IDE interface.
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CompactFlash Socket
Removable non-volatile media has no moving parts
and is bootable.
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Fanless Operation
No moving parts required for CPU cooling.
Back side
Modify Cougar to Your Exact Requirements
Modified COTS options are available in quantities as low as 100 pieces.
Standard Temperature
Version
Custom Testing
Revision Locks
Custom Labeling
Custom Screening
Conformal Coating
BGA Underfill
Connector & I/O
Changes
BIOS Modifications
Application-Specific
Testing
Software and Drivers
Etc.
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Cougar
AMD Geode LX 800 Single Board Computer
Specifications
General
Board Size
Weight
Processor
Chipset
Power Requirements§
Input Voltage
System Reset and
Hardware Monitors
Stackable Bus
Manufacturing
Standards
Regulatory
Compliance
Mass Storage
PC/104-Plus compliant: 108 x 96 mm (4.25 x 3.78”)
99 grams (3.5 oz.)
AMD Geode LX 800
AMD Geode CS5536
4.5W
5V ± 5%
Watchdog timeout.
Voltage rail monitoring.
PC/104-Plus: supports 3.3V PCI signaling (2.2 compliant)
IPC-A-610 Class 2 modified
RoHS (2011/65/EU), Conflict Minerals compliant.
Environmental
Operating
Temperature
Storage Temperature
Airflow
Requirements
Thermal Shock
Humidity
Vibration, Sinusoidal
Sweep
Vibration, Random
Mechanical Shock
-40° to +85°C
-40° to +85°C
Free air from -40° to +85°C
5°C/min. over operating temperature
Less than 95%, noncondensing
MIL-STD-202G, Method 204, Modified Condition A:
2g constant acceleration from 5 to 500 Hz, 20 min. per axis
MIL-STD-202G, Method 214A, Condition A:
5.35g rms, 5 min. per axis
MIL-STD-202G, Method 213B, Condition G:
20g half-sine, 11 ms duration per axis
Memory
System RAM
256 MB soldered-on DDR memory.
Video
Interface
Desktop Display
Interface*
OEM Flat Panel
Interface‡
Hard Drive
Flash
ATA-5, UDMA66 interface. 44-pin 2 mm connector.
One CompactFlash socket (Type II) with DMA.
Optional latching retention clip available.
Network Interface
Ethernet ‡
Network Boot Option
Dual Autodetect 10BaseT/100BaseTX ports.
Horizontal RJ45 connectors.
Intel boot agent (downloadable) supports PXE protocol.
Argon Managed Boot Agent (optional with royalty fee)
supports PXE, RPL, NetWare, TCP/IP (DHCP, BOOTP)
remote boot protocols.
Device I/O
USB ‡*
COM 1 / 2*
COM 3 Interface*
Four USB 2.0/1.1 ports
RS-232. 16C550 compatible. 115 Kbps.
RS-422/485 selectable. 16C550 compatible. 460 Kbps.
Software
BIOS
Operating Systems
Phoenix Technologies Embedded BIOS with OEM
enhancements. Field reprogrammable. Support for
USB keyboard/mouse and USB boot. User-configurable
CMOS defaults.
Compatible with most x86 operating systems, including
Windows, Windows Embedded, Linux, VxWorks, and
QNX.
§ All power specifications represent operation at +25°C with +5V supply running Windows XP with
Ethernet, keyboard, and mouse.
*TVS protected port (enhanced ESD protection).
‡ Power pins on this port are protected with a self-resetting fuse
Specifications are subject to change without notice. PC/104 and PC/104-Plus are trademarks of the
PC/104 Consortium. CompactFlash is a trademark of SanDisk Corp. All other trademarks are the
property of their respective owners.
Integrated high-performance video. Up to 1600 x 1200
with 32-bit color. MMX™ + 3DNow!™
Standard analog output. 2 mm IDC connector.
18/24-bit LVDS interface.
CMOS-selectable TFT panel types.
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Cougar
Product Data Sheet
AMD Geode LX 800 Single Board Computer
Ordering Information
Model
VL-EPM-14h
Processor
AMD Geode LX 800
Accessories
Part Number
Cable Kit
VL-CKR-COUG
VL-CBR-1008
VL-CBR-1201
VL-CBR-2003
VL-CBR-4405
VL-CBR-4406
VL-CBR-5011
VL-HDW-101
Cables
VL-CBR-2010
VL-CBR-2011
VL-CBR-5009A
VL-CBR-2034
Solid State Drives
VL-CFM-4GB
VL-CFM-2GB
VL-CFM-1GB
VL-CFM-1GBET
VL-CFM-512
VL-CFM-512ET
Audio
VL-ADR-01S
Development
VL-PS200-ATX
Description
EPM-14 Cougar Eval. Cable Kit. Includes VL-CBR-5011, 1008, 1201,
4405, 4406, and HDW-101.
Power cable, ATX to 10-pin
VGA interface cable, 12-pin 2 mm (latching) / 15-pin VGA
LPT cable, 20-pin 2 mm / DB-25F, 12”
IDE adapter board, 2 mm to 0.1”
IDE cable, 44-pin latching, 18”
I/O cable set and paddleboard
Standoff package, 4x screws, 4x standoffs, 15mm, Metric thread
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Speed
500 MHz
Operating Temp.
-40° to +85°C
Cooling
Fanless
Expansion Modules
Part Number
Accessories
VCM-DAS-2
VCM-DAS-3a
Description
Form Factor
Analog Input, x16 (16-bit resolution) 200kHz +
Digital I/O x16
Analog Output x16 (12-bit resolution) + Digital I/O
x24, industrial temperature
PC/104
PC/104
Video
VL-EPM-V7E
Video expansion module: VGA and LVDS,
industrial temperature
In-Stack Power Supply
VL-EPM-PS1a
Power supply in-stack, industrial temperature
PC/104-Plus
PC/104-Plus
LVDS / flat panel interface cable,18-bit (Hirose), 20"
LVDS / flat panel cable, 18-bit (JAE), 20"
I/O ribbon cable, 50-pin to 50-pin, 18"
6” 20-pin (F) ATX to 24-pin (M) ATX adapter cable
(use with PS-ATX12-300A)
SSD 4 GB CompactFlash
SSD 2 GB CompactFlash
SSD 1 GB CompactFlash
SSD 1 GB CompactFlash, industrial temperature
SSD 512 MB CompactFlash Type1
SSD 512 MB CompactFlash Type1, industrial temperature
USB to Audio Adapter -25° to +85°C
200W ATX-style development power supply
(20+4+4-pin ATX connector)
VL-PS-ATX12-300A ATX development power supply (requires VL-CBR-2034)
Hardware
VL-ENCL-5C
Development enclosure
VL-HDW-203
PC/104 extractor tool (metal)
VL-CF-CLIP1
CompactFlash retention clips x10
VL-HDW-106
Standoff package, 0.6", English thread
VL-HDW-112
PC104 (ISA) Spacer
VL-HDW-113
PC104 (PCI) Spacer
VL-HDW-115
PC104 (blank) Spacer
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providing expert support during development, or on-time
delivery of defect-free products, VersaLogic is here to make
sure your project goes smoothly from initial concept through
the extended life of your program. Contact VersaLogic today
to learn more.
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01/11/22
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