Newt

Overview

The VersaLogic Newt EPIC format Single Board Computer (SBC) is a low power Vortex-based system with up to 1 GB RAM, dual Ethernet, four USB ports, analog and digital I/O, and SPX expansion.

Features

• EPIC form factor: Industry-standard format with PC/104-Plus™ expansion
• DMP Vortex86DX processor provides 800MHz performance with very low power consumption
• Analog + Digital I/O: On-board data acquisition with up to 16 analog inputs, 8 analog outputs, and 32 digital I/O lines
• Single or dual Ethernet with remote boot support with optional latching connectors
• Up to 1 GB soldered-on RAM
• Up to four USB ports support keyboard, mouse, and other devices
• Four on-board serial COM ports
• IDE hard drive interface with support for two devices
• CompactFlash® socket or eUSB interface for plug-in flash storage
• -40° to +85°C industrial temperature operation for harsh environments
• Fanless operation means moving parts required for CPU cooling
• MIL-STD-202G qualified for high shock/vibration environments & applications
• The SPX™ Expansion provides low cost analog, digital, or CANbus modules
• Operating System compatibility: Windows XP, Windows Embedded XPe/CE, Linux, VxWorks, QNX, DOS

Specifications

The EPIC format embedded Newt from Versalogic is an economical single board computer (SBC) featuring extensive I/O capabilities, very low power consumption, and fanless operation over the full industrial temperature (-40º to +85ºC) range. The Newt takes advantage of DMP's Vortex86DX System on Chip (SoC) for 800MHz performance with a very low 3.6W typical power consumption. The Newt is based ased on the industry-standard EPIC form factor (4.5 x 6.5 inches). The Newt Single Board Computer (SBC) is an excellent solution for industrial, instrumentation and medical applications with substantial I/O requirements.

The VersaLogic Newt is designed for headless applications (with no video output), or it may be used with add-on video expansion modules such as the VersaLogic EPM-VID-3.

As with all VersaLogic products, the Newt is designed to support OEM applications where high reliability and long-term availability are required. From application design-in support, to its 5+ year production life guarantee, the Newt provides a durable embedded computer solution with an excellent cost of ownership. The Newt is manufactured in the USA to IPC-A-610 Class 2 standards and is fully RoHS compliant.

Driven by a DMP Vortex86DX System on Chip (SoC), the VersaLogic Newt provides 800MHz performance. The 32-bit CPU integrates memory and I/O controller hub functions to provide an x86-compatible single-chip solution with very low power consumption. Designed for the full industrial temperature (-40º to +85ºC) operation, the rugged Newt board meets MIL-STD-202G specifications for mechanical shock and vibration. Optional latching Ethernet connectors provide additional ruggedization for use in extremely harsh environments. Transient voltage suppression (TVS) devices on the critical I/O ports provide enhanced electrostatic discharge (ESD) protection for the system.

Ordering Information

• VL-EPIC-17EA: Vortex86DX CPU, 256 MB RAM, 8 A/D channels, 4 D/A channels, 32 DIO channels, 3 USB hosts, eUSB, 1 Ethernet port, RJ45 Ethernet connector
• VL-EPIC-17EB: Vortex86DX CPU, 512 MB RAM, 16 A/D channels, 8 D/A channels, 32 DIO channels, 4 USB hosts, no eUSB, 2 Ethernet ports, RJ45 Ethernet connector
• VL-EPIC-17EC: Vortex86DX CPU, 256 MB RAM, 8 A/D channels, 4 D/A channels, 32 DIO channels, 3 USB hosts, eUSB, 1 Ethernet port, Ruggedized
• VL-EPIC-17ED: Vortex86DX CPU, 512 MB RAM, 16 A/D channels, 8 D/A channels, 32 DIO channels, 4 USB hosts, no eUSB, 2 Ethernet ports, Ruggedized
• Custom Versions: Vortex86DX CPU, up to 1 GB RAM, 0/8/16 A/D channels, 0/4/8 D/A channels, 0/16/32 DIO channels, 0 – 4 USB hosts, eUSB optional, 0 – 2 USB hosts, RJ45/Ruggedized options