PCM-072/phyCORE-AM64xx System on Module
L-860e.A0
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12 Integrating and Handling the phyCORE-AM64xx
12.1 Integration
The various reference circuits contained in sections 5-10 as well as the information in
can be used as a starting point for integrating the phyCORE-AM64xx SOM into target circuitry. Additional
information is available to facilitate the integration of the phyCORE-AM64xx SOM into customer applications, such as:
phyCORE-AM64xx SOM and Carrier Board Schematic Referenc
es:
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Schematics are made available upon request
phyCORE-AM64xx Pin Resources:
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PHYTEC recommends the use of
TI's System Configuration Tool
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The following file is a configuration file for importing into TI's System Configuration Tool:
TBD
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12.2 Modification
Removal of various components, such as the microprocessor and the standard quartz, is not advisable given the compact
nature of the module. Should this nonetheless be necessary, please ensure that the board as well as surrounding
components and sockets remain undamaged while de-soldering. Overheating the board can cause the solder pads to
loosen, rendering the SOM inoperable.
CAUTION:
If any modifications to the module are performed, regardless of their nature, the manufacturer waranty is voided.
12.3 In-Field Updates
It is important that your system is designed so that firmware can be updated remotely in case there are issues "in the
field." PHYTEC recommends choosing at least one or more of the following design features:
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Include an Ethernet jack in your design that can be used to access the system. See section
for more details on integrating Ethernet into your design.
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Add a Wi-Fi module to your design connected to MMC1. See section
6.2.2.2 MMC1 Design In Considerations
more details (while this section is focused on connecting to an SD-card slot, the guidelines can be applied when
adding a Wifi Module).
