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IS THE RASPBERRY PI CM3 THE FUTURE FOR EMBEDDED DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY?
Based on the new Raspberry PI CM3 Module, Display Technologyhas designed the Artista IoT Base Board. Here’s how this latest industry development is offering the next step in networking your display
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hen you purchase a display, it is vital that you are able to
intelligently network it. For your device to become smart it needs to have a ‘brain’ – usually this will be in form of a microcontroller. Asian manufacturers produce these in large scales with new models being added all the time. Finding a controller is not a problem, but for small to medium businesses who do not need large volumes it can be difficult to get the support needed and custom solution that is sometimes required. Traditionally embedded systems
utilised industrial single board computers with either a built on or socketed processor, although flexible with choices there is very little scope to customise in low to medium volumes, and the processor technology is becoming more powerful, which introduces complexity when often the industrial application does not require this performance. With this increased complexity other negative factors come into play: heat generation (requirement for cooling), and a potential of increased unreliability. A possible solution to this, designed
as an experimental and educational board – the Raspberry PI. The CM3 or Compute Module 3 is the latest version of this popular platform and even those who found the old versions insufficient, will be pleasantly surprised by this model. The development of the PI CM3 (Computer Module) is similar to the COM Express board but integrates the PI technology into an embedded DDR2 SODIMM module. With enough power to run even demanding applications, the CM3 also has a guaranteed availability of six years. All models of the Raspberry PI are compatible with its predecessors plus Windows 10 IoT and Android Things are supported. The key advantage of Raspberry PI applications is the exceptional community support. With the OpenSource software you have access to documents giving you a resolution to almost every possible problem. One of the unique qualities of the
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welcomed addition to the company’s Artista family, featuring control solutions for many applications. Designed for industrial applications the Artista IoT connects nearly all common TFT displays without the need for additional hardware and supports modern PCAP multi-touch. The TFT controller is not only reliable, but ideal for projects due to its long term availability. The powerful processor and full-fledged scaler chip make the Artista IoT the perfect choice for individual solutions, especially in the industrial, medical and digital sigange sectors. The board has been developed to give
the client the maximum flexibility with IO including Ethernet, I2
USB. It can be used to support a number of solutions including the board only, for integrating into your own display. A Compact IoT solution with the Artista IoT already integrated into a compact TFT with an aluminium box on the rear. This can also be combined with an open frame chassis to meet exact mounting requirements. Introducing the Artista IoT Starter Kit
into the socket of a BaseBoard, similar to an RAM memory module. Eliminating the hassle of cable mess makes it easy to develop your own platform. Smart solutions are available off the shelf, but the main feature of this product is not just to connect a display, it is to provide special functions. There is a DICOM preset for medical applications, colour calibrations or for maritime applications there are gamma corrections and more. The LCD backlight can either be controlled directly using an on-screen display or automatically via an ambient light sensor. Since its creation the Raspberry PI has
continued to improve and gives small to medium businesses the opportunity to take advantage of the Internet of Things. Based on the new Raspberry PI CM3 Module, Display Technology has designed the Artista IoT Base Board. This is a
Figure 1:
The new Raspberry PI CM3 Module Figure 2:
The Artista IoT Starter Kit from Display Technology
from Display Technology – including a Base Board, CM3, a bright 10.1“ IPS display with multi-touch PCAP and all the correct cables. Also included is a programming adaptor and configuration software. This kit has been created with the customer in mind, for a cost effective solution to implement into projects quickly and easily. Pre-installed Raspbian means you can set up your kit immediately, with the added benefit of the support of a large community. The possibilities with the Raspberry PI
platform have gone far further than the originally planned training platform. It provides small and medium businesses the opportunity to enhance their projects, whilst also remaining affordable. The question that now remains is how much further can this technology be devolved in the future.
Display Technology
www.displaytechnology.co.uk T: 01634 672755
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