Introduction
VIM301
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Introduction
This document presents general information on VIM301 graphics controller module, the details of
its proper and safe installation, configuration and operation. The issues of PC/104 modules and
external devices connection are also considered.
1.1
Module Introduction
VIM301 is a PC/104-Plus graphics controller module based on the low power mobile display
controller SM722G8 (L) from Silicon Motion with 8 MB of integrated video memory. The
module has RGB, 24/18/12/9-bit Flat Panel, and LVDS interfaces. For communication with other
modules in stack VIM301 uses PCI bus (PC/104-Plus connector). The module is designed for
embedded applications requiring low power consumption and capable to operate within
temperature range from
–40
C to +85
C.
Depending on version, VIM301 allows connection of the following displays:
Analog CRT monitor with RGB interface;
Up to two LCD panels with Flat Panel (FP) interface;
Up to two LCD panels with single channel LVDS interface;
Electroluminescent (EL) monochrome display from Planar with
SGD 4-bit LCD interface;
Up to four analog video cameras;
Supported resolutions:
LCD
panels with resolutions 640×480, 800×600, 1024×768, 1280×1024 (
TBA
),
9/12/18/24-bit color (single channel interface only)
Planar EL mon
ochrome display with resolution 320×240.
Starting from version 2.0 it is possible to have two grades of gray on monochrome display.
ESD Sensitive Equipment!
This product comprises electrostatically sensitive components.
Please follow the ESD safety instructions to ensure module's
operability and reliability:
Use grounding equipment, if working at an anti-static
workbench. Otherwise, discharge yourself and the tools
in use before touching the sensitive equipment.
Try to avoid touching contacts, leads and components.
Extra caution should be taken in cold and dry weather.
