Summary of GARZ AND FRICKE’S LAUNCHES NEW SBC THAT RUNS LINUX ON I.MX6 ULL AND I.MX6 SOLO
Garz & Fricke, a German manufacturer founded in 1992, has launched two new single-board computers (SBCs): the Nallino Core and the Santvend Battery Core. Distributed by Crystal Display Systems in Europe and the UK, these boards target IoT applications. The Nallino Core features an i.MX6ULL processor with DDR3 RAM, Bluetooth 4.0, and support for Linux or Android. In contrast, the Santvend Battery Core uses an i.MX6 Solo processor with DDR3L RAM and includes a 3G/4G modem, supporting only Linux Yocto.
Parts used in the Garz & Fricke SBC Project:
- Nallino Core SBC
- Santvend Battery Core SBC
- i.MX6ULL CPU
- i.MX6 Solo CPU
- Bluetooth 4.0 BLE module
- 3G/4G modem
- DDR3 RAM
- DDR3L RAM
- Micro SD slot
- Micro USB OTG port
- Real Time Clock (RTC)
- Buzzer interface
Garz & Fricke is a German-based company. Which deals with the production of single board computers (SBCs), embedded systems and smart vending machines. Ever since it was founded in 1992, the company has grown and is releasing two new IoT boards, a compact “Nallino Core” SBC and i.MX6 Solo based “Santvend Battery Core” SBC. The IoT boards will be distributed by a UK-based company called Crystal Display Systems (CDS) in Europe and in the UK.
The Nallino Core SBC is equipped with a Bluetooth 4.0 BLE module. A micro SD slot and a micro USB OTG port. Compared to the Santvend model which is equipped with the DDR 3L RAM, the Nallino core module uses DDR 3 RAM. It also has a Real Time Clock (RTC) and buzzers. The Nallino Core has been created to support Linux Operating systems however it also has the option of an Android operating system. As compared to other Linux driven compute modules. The Nallino SBC is slighter bigger than most of boards, it measures for about 113mm by 47mm by 18mm, and weighs 55 grams.
Specifications of the Nallino Core Module:
- Operating Temperature: 0 to 60 degree Celsius
- Storage Temperature: -20 to 70 degree Celsius
- Type of CPU: i.MX6ULL
- Core Type: ARM Cortex – A7
- Memory: 4GB MLC eMMC
- UART & SPI
- Display: 24 – bit RGB TTL.
- 1 speaker and extra buzzer interface.
Santvend Battery Core is an SBC built for the Internet of Things. Unlike the Nallino Core SBC, the Santvend Battery Core supports only Linux Yocto operating systems. However, it comes with a 3G/4G modem which makes it a good option for working on the Internet of Things (IoT) related projects
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What is the primary function of the Santvend Battery Core?
The Santvend Battery Core is built specifically for Internet of Things projects. -
Which operating systems does the Nallino Core support?
The Nallino Core supports Linux Operating systems and has the option of an Android operating system. -
Does the Santvend Battery Core support Android?
No, the Santvend Battery Core supports only Linux Yocto operating systems. -
How do the memory types differ between the two boards?
The Nallino Core uses DDR3 RAM while the Santvend model is equipped with DDR3L RAM. -
Can the Nallino Core be used without a network connection?
Yes, unlike the Santvend model which comes with a 3G/4G modem, the Nallino Core does not mention this feature but includes Bluetooth 4.0. -
Who distributes these IoT boards in Europe and the UK?
Crystal Display Systems, a UK-based company, distributes these boards in Europe and the UK. -
What are the dimensions of the Nallino Core SBC?
The Nallino Core measures about 113mm by 47mm by 18mm. -
Does the Nallino Core include audio capabilities?
Yes, it includes a speaker and an extra buzzer interface.
