The OMAP35x EVM is now available

Are your TI product preferences current?

Thu, 12 Nov 2009 00:00:00 -0500

Now that TI has added 31 new devices to its ARM portfolio, make sure you receive relevant communications from TI, including my.TI newsletter content. Update your areas of interest now within your my.TI account to receive news about the new Sitara ARM microprocessors as well as the AM35x ARM Cortex-A8, AM17x and AM18x ARM9 processors.

Beagle Board 101 Workshop at ESC France

Thu, 12 Nov 2009 00:00:00 -0500

Sign up for this introductory training workshop Dec. 3, where you'll learn to boot, verify and explore the capabilities of the BeagleBoard and how to engage with the thriving Beagle Board developer community.

Demo of Sitara AM3517 graphics capabilities

Thu, 12 Nov 2009 00:00:00 -0500

In this video, TIers John Gorman, AM35x marketing manager and Bin Liu, applications engineer, explain how the new AM3517 modular evaluation module can capture video and render it on a rotating cube, then overlaid on a JPEG. Watch this video today.

Interactive Training Online at eTech Days

Thu, 12 Nov 2009 00:00:00 -0500

Reminder - eTech Day is coming up on Tuesday, Nov. 17th. Post your questions and talk to experts during "Office Hours" chats. Register to join the live training sessions this Tuesday!

Looking for an embedded processor?

Thu, 12 Nov 2009 00:00:00 -0500

The Processors landing page on TI.com features a chart listing every product family, including the new ARM-based Stellaris(tm) and Sitara(tm) microprocessors; you simply click on any of the boxes for more information. Use this graphic to select the best TI embedded processor for your designs now.

ARM platform technical overview brochure

Thu, 05 Nov 2009 00:00:00 -0500

TI's ARM portfolio comprises the new Sitara(tm) and Stellaris(tm) processor families, OMAP(tm) mobile applications processors and DaVinci(tm) video processors, each with Cortex-M3, Cortex-A8 or ARM9 cores. Consult the product selection tables in this new brochure to learn which ARM-based product is right for your scalable, high-performance and cost-efficient designs.

Order your free TI/ARM design reference tool

Thu, 05 Nov 2009 00:00:00 -0500

The TI/ARM design reference tool includes TI's ARM-based product roadmap, device selection charts and a comprehensive list of links to relevant information. Register now on the my.TI portal to receive your free TI/ARM design reference tool in the mail.

Join TI online, Nov.17th for eTech Day

Thu, 29 Oct 2009 00:00:00 -0500

Join us online on November 17th for a day of interactive problem solving: Attend live and on-demand Digital and Analog training and chat with TI subject matter experts who will be available in "Office Hours" forums to answer real-time questions. Register Now!

Video Introduction to Sitara

Thu, 29 Oct 2009 00:00:00 -0500

Sitara Product Line Manager Gerard Andrews introduces the new Sitara ARM microprocessor family in this video, specifically the first two devices, the AM3505 and AM3517. These microprocessors are Cortex-A8-based solutions optimized for industrial systems that require larger screen sizes and richer, more immersive user interfaces, with 1,000 Dhrystone MIPS and sub-1 W power. Watch now.

Video: TI expands its ARM portfolio

Thu, 29 Oct 2009 00:00:00 -0500

In this video, TI's Mike Hames and ARM CEO Warren East discuss the 31 new additions to TI's ARM portfolio: 29 new Stellaris ARM microprocessors and two Sitara Cortex-A8 devices. The new products give developers scalability and performance in applications ranging from industrial automation to medical instrumentation. Watch the video today.

TI adds 31 ARM processors to its portfolio

Thu, 22 Oct 2009 00:00:00 -0500

Now offering the broadest range of ARM technology-based processors of any single supplier, TI's new processors include 29 Stellaris Cortex-M3 microcontrollers, and the first two devices in the new Sitara family of ARM9 and Cortex-A8-based microprocessors (MPUs). All spanning several generations of code-compatible ARM architectures, the new devices include unique IP for motion control applications, intelligent analog functionality and expanded connectivity options, along with reduced pricing. Learn more today.

Two new ARM(r) Cortex(tm)-A8 MPUs for industrial computing

Thu, 22 Oct 2009 00:00:00 -0500

As part of the debut of 31 new ARM processors, TI has launched Sitara, a new family of high-performance microprocessors (MPUs). Sitara AM3505 and AM3517 ARM MPUs provide 1000 Dhrystone MIPS, industrial temperature options for harsh development environments, and sub-1 W power levels that eliminate the need for heat sinks and fans. Read more about Sitara AM35x features and benefits for industrial applications now.

Enter your project in the BeagleBoard contest

Thu, 01 Oct 2009 00:00:00 -0500

TI's BeagleBoard Sponsored Projects Program is giving away two boards per week to approved projects as well as high-end awards - like the OMAP3-based Zoom II mobile development platform, a Gumstix Palo43 or an Always Innovating Touch Book - to projects that get implemented. The picoFlamingo team recently won the Zoom II for their BeagleBoard and picoDLP projector-based portable presentation system, which uses slides that can be placed in a 3-D space. Register your project now.

OMAP3530 EVM now based on 720-MHz processor

Thu, 01 Oct 2009 00:00:00 -0500

TI has upgraded the speed of its OMAP3530 processor and corresponding evaluation module (EVM), now with a 720-MHz ARM processor and a 520-MHz C64x(tm) DSP. The new EVM can also evaluate OMAP3503, OMAP3515 and OMAP3525 processors and runs on Windows(r) Embedded CE or Linux. Other TI parts on the EVM include the TVP5146 analog-to-digital video decoder and the TPS65950 integrated power management IC. The EVM is available for $1,495. View the product folder and order this EVM now.

WebEx: System debugging and testing with the OMAP35x

Thu, 01 Oct 2009 00:00:00 -0500

Timesys' upcoming webinar continues the topic of building an embedded medical device using TI's Zoom OMAP35x development kit from Logic. The webinar, taking place Oct. 6 at 11:30 a.m. Eastern time, will show how to remotely debug, trace and test the target application, with an introduction to GDB and Timesys open-source development tools. Register for this event now or view the archived version afterwards.

OMAP3530 processor gets a speed upgrade

Thu, 24 Sep 2009 00:00:00 -0500

With the addition of a 720-MHz ARM Cortex-A8 processor providing 1,400 Dhrystone MIPS and a 520-MHz TMS320C64x(tm) DSP, the new OMAP3530 processor accelerates access to productivity applications, Web pages, audio and video attachments, and video conferencing applications within your portable device designs. It also supports faster boot times suitable for applications such as portable infotainment, point-of-sale devices, Web tablets and single-board computers. Order this faster device today.

Registration is now open for Tech Day Rochester

Thu, 24 Sep 2009 00:00:00 -0500

Join us in Rochester to learn more about topics such as "OMAP35x Hardware and Software Overview" and to learn more about the new Code Composer Studio(tm) version 4.0. Also join us for exhibits demonstrating the latest TI technology and don't miss this opportunity to meet with a number of Texas Instruments' experts!

Windows Embedded CE training using the OMAP35x EVM

Thu, 24 Sep 2009 00:00:00 -0500

Attend Adeneo Embedded's four-day course Oct. 26-29 in Boston, Mass., and learn how to develop an application based on Windows Embedded CE 6.0 R2 using TI's OMAP35x evaluation module.

"Take advantage of open-source hardware"

Thu, 17 Sep 2009 00:00:00 -0500

TIer Gerald Coley's article for Electronic Design News serves as a primer for anyone unsure of how to begin developing with open-source hardware. He explains how licensing works; reviews popular platforms including BeagleBoard; and explains how to reduce risk, speed up development time, and get a jump on software development - all by using proven open-source hardware. Read Coley's article now.

Android-based demo on a Beagle Board

Thu, 17 Sep 2009 00:00:00 -0500

Multimedia software provider Ingenient Technologies has uploaded a YouTube video that shows an H.264 baseline profile 720p video playback on a Beagle Board connected to a high-definition television through DVI and controlled by a USB keyboard. The 30-fps video decoder implementation uses only TI's OMAP3 processor, with full control of the ARM Cortex-A8 core. Watch this demo video now.

BeagleBoard.org at ESC Boston

Thu, 10 Sep 2009 00:00:00 -0500

Join BeagleBoard.org at ESC Boston for a hands-on, interactive day of training on September 22nd. Industry expert led classes where you learn how to configure your kit onsite---and it's yours to keep!

BeagleBoard.org at ESC Boston

Thu, 03 Sep 2009 00:00:00 -0500

Enter your project in the BeagleBoard contest

Thu, 03 Sep 2009 00:00:00 -0500

OMAP-L138 system on module (SOM) from Logic

Thu, 03 Sep 2009 00:00:00 -0500

Based on TI's OMAP-L138 processor and designed in their SOM-M1 form factor, Logic's OMAP-L138 module offers essential features for handheld and embedded networking applications. The OMAP-L138 SOM-M1 features the superset OMAP-L138 processor, but also supports the TMS320C6748 DSP. Potential applications include patient-worn medical monitoring devices and other portable instrumentation. Learn more about this hardware/software solution now.

PRU Subsystem Support now for OMAP-L138

Thu, 03 Sep 2009 00:00:00 -0500

The programmable real-time unit subsystem (PRUSS) on OMAP-L138, TMS320C6746 and C6748 devices comprises two 32-bit RISC cores, an interrupt controller, local data and instruction memories, and interfaces to capture and manipulate system-wide events and pins. TI's new PRU software development package collects system examples for code loading and execution, as well as required tools such as a code assembler for developing software for the PRUSS. Order the PRU software development package for Linux or Windows now.

BeagleBoard.org at ESC Boston

Thu, 27 Aug 2009 00:00:00 -0500

OMAP-L138 tools and software

Thu, 27 Aug 2009 00:00:00 -0500

Available software for the OMAP-L138 low-power applications processor includes the evaluation module, floating-point starter kit, drivers and six signal processing libraries, including a C64x(tm) DSP + IQMath library and C64x DSP +IMGLIB library. Click on any one of the links listed on this page for descriptions, features and ordering information.

Registration is now open for Tech Day Boston

Thu, 27 Aug 2009 00:00:00 -0500

Use a BeagleBoard to learn No. 2 hottest IT job skill

Thu, 27 Aug 2009 00:00:00 -0500

We're packing Tech Day Boston with topics to help you with your design! Join us in Boston to attend the popular hands-on workshops for the OMAP-L1, Stellaris MCUs, MSP430s, F28x Piccolo. Also join us for exhibits demonstrating the latest TI technology and don't miss this opportunityIn an article posted on LinuxInsider, Katherine Noyes cites IT skills and salary research firm Foote Partners' Hot List of noncertified IT skills, where Linux landed the No. 2 spot behind Java EE/SE/ME. Attempting to verify whether Linux skills are indeed in demand, Noyes quoted one Slashdot blogger who suggested that those new to Linux "pick up … a BeagleBoard and learn how to work embedded." Read this article now. to meet with a number of Texas Instruments' experts!

BeagleBoard.org at ESC Boston

Thu, 20 Aug 2009 00:00:00 -0500

OMAP-L138 experimenter board

Thu, 20 Aug 2009 00:00:00 -0500

TI third party Logic's Zoom OMAP-L138 eXperimenter Kit is a low-cost application development kit for evaluating the functionality of the energy-efficient OMAP-L138 applications processor and Logic's system-on-module. The kit includes the OMAP-L138 SOM-M1, application baseboard and software board support packages to transfer your code and hardware into production. Order this kit today for $149.

Registration is now open for Tech Day Toronto

Thu, 20 Aug 2009 00:00:00 -0500

Join us in Toronto to learn more about topics such as "Essential Concepts of Complex SoC Designs" and to learn more about the new Code Composer Studio(tm) version 4.0. Also join us for exhibits demonstrating the latest TI technology and don't miss this opportunity to meet with a number of Texas Instruments' experts!

BeagleBoard.org at ESC Boston

Thu, 13 Aug 2009 00:00:00 -0500

Join TI online, Aug. 25th for eTech Day (beta)

Thu, 13 Aug 2009 00:00:00 -0500

Join us online in the TI E2E Community, August 27th, for a day of interactive problem solving: Interact with open source experts from across the Linux community. Live and on-demand training. "Office Hours" with TI subject matter experts on-hand to answer real-time questions.

OMAP-L138 complementary products Wiki

Thu, 13 Aug 2009 00:00:00 -0500

This page in the Texas Instruments Embedded Processors Wiki serves as a repository of complementary devices that can be paired with OMAP-L138 SoC devices when integrating the device into a system. The analog products include those that provide basic support functions, expand the interface options beyond on-chip peripherals, and create a link between the digital domains on the SoC to the system's analog/physical domains. Review this page now.

Online training: GStreamer on DaVinci(tm) and OMAP(tm) platforms

Thu, 13 Aug 2009 00:00:00 -0500

GStreamer is a pipeline-based multimedia framework that allows you to create a variety of media-handling software components, including audio and video playback, recording, streaming and editing. GStreamer also provides existing libraries and plugins for features such as A/V synchronization and muxing/demuxing.

OMAP-L138/TMS320C6748 EVM

Thu, 06 Aug 2009 00:00:00 -0500

The OMAP-L138/C6748 evaluation module builds on the experimenter board with an extra TMS320C6748 system-on-module, double the memory (128 MB mDDR) and full support for connectivity peripherals (SATA, uPP, EMAC, audio, USB 2.0/1.1 and MMC/SD, VPIF, and LCDC). See product information and ordering options for this EVM in the tools folder.

Online training: optimizing Linux

Thu, 06 Aug 2009 00:00:00 -0500

Join this session to learn how to optimize the Linux kernel, Linux file system and DSP server to arrive at a more realistic, smaller memory footprint system.

Registration is now open for Tech Day Atlantac

Thu, 06 Aug 2009 00:00:00 -0500

Join us in Atlanta to attend the popular workshops: OMAP-L1 Hands-on Bootcamp and Embedded Web Server-Enabled Design Made Easy with Stellaris MCUs. Also join us for exhibits demonstrating the latest TI technology and don't miss this opportunity to meet with a number of Texas Instruments' experts!

Applications processor and DSP selection tool

Thu, 30 Jul 2009 00:00:00 -0500

Simply specify your desired criteria - on-chip memory, I/O peripheral type, available codecs or maximum ARM megahertz, for example - and this tool instantly displays matching devices. A new feature allows you to directly compare between processors. Click on the part number to go to its tool folder or export your results to a spreadsheet. Select the best processor for your design now.

TI Wiki: An introduction to C674x and OMAPL1x devices

Thu, 30 Jul 2009 00:00:00 -0500

This Wiki page offers extensive introductory information about TI's new C674x floating-point DSPs and OMAP-L1x dual-core processors in an FAQ format. Learn about the differences between the two products, their key features, targeted applications, available peripherals, the development platform and power management solutions; read this Wiki today.

Updated Embedded Processing Guide

Thu, 30 Jul 2009 00:00:00 -0500

The 3Q09 edition of the Embedded Processing Guide includes roadmaps, block diagrams, comparison tables and specifications for TI’s portfolio of DSPs, digital media processors, MCU real-time control processors and application processors. You’ll also find information about hardware and software development tools, silicon, and support resources. Download this latest edition now.

Data sheet: OMAP-L138 processor

Thu, 23 Jul 2009 00:00:00 -0500

Add intuitive human machine interfaces, touch screens or networking capability to your applications with TI's newest dual-core processor, the OMAP-L138. The data sheet describes its architecture - which incorporates the TMS320C6748 DSP with an ARM926EJ-S core - as well as operating conditions, peripherals, electrical specifications and mechanical packaging. It also includes a block diagram, with (new for TI devices) SATA and uPP. Download the PDF today.

Don't miss the latest OMAP, DaVinci & C6000 news: update your my.TI profile

Thu, 23 Jul 2009 00:00:00 -0500

Be sure to review your selected product categories for the my.TI newsletter and make sure that you have selected the appropriate OMAP, DaVinci, and C6000 categories to suit your interest level. OMAP, DaVinci and C6000 updates are sent out each week - make sure that you are receiving yours.

Data sheet: OMAP-L138 processor

Thu, 16 Jul 2009 00:00:00 -0500

My trip to China and what I learned at the Univ.: DSP Theory or DSP Design?

Thu, 16 Jul 2009 00:00:00 -0500

After a recent visit to China, Gene asks the question, "Is it better to understand the theory of DSP or to know how to design with a DSP'or?" He discusses the difference in the teaching of digital signal processing in China universities versus US universities and gives his opinion on which he thinks is the better teaching method.

News from the TI.com blog within the E2E Community

Thu, 16 Jul 2009 00:00:00 -0500

TI is actively developing widgets for downloading to iGoogle, Yahoo, or your own Web site, blog or desktop under a single TI.com Tools umbrella. For example, an audio calculator widget allows you to make common audio design calculations such as SNR and convert dBV to RMS. You can cut and paste the results or share the calculation. Check out the live preview and add this widget to your desktop or page now.

I found Twitter, or Twitter found me…now what?

Thu, 09 Jul 2009 00:00:00 -0500

Gene Frantz, TI Futurist, gives his opinion on Twitter and how he plans to use it to engage with fellow designers and innovators.

Post your Code Composer Studio(tm) IDE questions

Thu, 09 Jul 2009 00:00:00 -0500

Wondering about slow performance? Check out the Code Composer forum. You'll find this and other dilemmas on the new Code Composer Studio(tm) IDE forum within TI's E2E Community. Write a new post or use your expertise to help resolve an unanswered thread today.

Registration open for Tech Day Atlanta

Thu, 09 Jul 2009 00:00:00 -0500

This training provides a learning forum for design engineers where practical high-performance solutions, tools, and workshops will be presented for analog and digital technologies. The exhibits will demonstrate the latest in TI technology.

Customize your topic view

Thu, 02 Jul 2009 00:00:00 -0500

Did you know that you can sort topics in the C5000 E2E Community by number of views, posting date, author, ratings and replies? Just click on Sorting and Filtering above the list of topics to see if someone else has already conveyed your conundrum, or find a solution to another problem you'd given up solving. This forum has contributors from both inside and outside TI. Start reading threads about TMS320C55x and C54x power-efficient DSPs now.

Moore's Law repealed! But does it matter?

Thu, 02 Jul 2009 00:00:00 -0500

Looking at the real cost, performance and time-to-market requirements designers face, the repeal of Moore's Law, which appears to be in progress, may not even matter anymore, according to Gene Frantz, TI futuriost and creator of "Gene's Law", a power-related corollary of Moore's. Do designers really care about process nodes? See Gene's response to this answer in his recent blog on the topic.

Unmatched connectivity options with new power-efficient processors

Thu, 02 Jul 2009 00:00:00 -0500

Packed with a unique combination of application-tuned features, power-management capabilities and peripherals, TI is offering four new processors (TMS320C6742, TMS320C6746, TMS320C6748 and OMAP-L138) with unmatched connectivity options and fixed- and floating-point capabilities.

Free Webinar: Evolution of Mobile Processing Architectures

Thu, 18 Jun 2009 00:00:00 -0500

Join TI, In-Stat and ARM June 24th at 11am CST for a free webinar discussing how the processor technology evolution is enabling new converged mobile devices. Topics include the roles of new technologies and system design, including symmetric multiprocessing and multicore architectures, the importance of software to overall mobile device design, and understanding criteria for selecting advanced, differentiated architectures.

OLT109014: Fundamentals of DSPs course now available online

Thu, 18 Jun 2009 00:00:00 -0500

This course was designed to provide the foundational elements of the DSP. Covered in this course is an introduction and brief history of DSPs, overview of basic Digital Signal Processing systems, analog-to-digital conversion, and filters theory. This course has a online demonstration included.

OLT109017: CCS 4.0 Preview course now available online

Thu, 11 Jun 2009 00:00:00 -0500

CCS v4.0 is a major new release of Code Composer Studio that is based on the Eclipse open source software framework. Eclipse is becoming very popular in the embedded development community and is now becoming a standard in development environments. This session will provide tips on how to quickly do things in Code Composer Studio v4. Many of the tips include a short video capture that demonstrates how to perform the task.

BeagleBoard users group meeting

Thu, 04 Jun 2009 00:00:00 -0500

Interested developers are invited to collaborate and exchange project ideas with community members at the BeagleBoard users group meeting held at TI Technology Day in Dallas, Texas on June 16, 2009.

Fall 2009 Technology Days dates have been scheduled

Thu, 04 Jun 2009 00:00:00 -0500

The fall schedule for TI Technology days has been set. Visit the website for information on the TI training location nearest you.

BeagleBoard.org launches sponsored projects contest

Thu, 28 May 2009 00:00:00 -0500

BeagleBoard.org launched the new Sponsored Projects Contest, which challenges developers to submit and complete inventive projects that fully leverage the increased expandability of the BeagleBoard. Contestants should submit design concepts and weekly winners will be given Beagleboards to help complete their designs.

Registration is now open for the Technology Day Dallasm

Thu, 28 May 2009 00:00:00 -0500

Join Texas Instruments at Tech Day Dallas for two packed days of hand-on labs, technical design sessions and technology exhibits. Learn more about embedded topics such as Open Source Software Development with Beagle Board, Linux Development, Tips and Tricks for Increasing Performance, and Designing for Ultra-Low Power with MSP430. Visit the website to access the agenda, abstracts, and registration.

White paper: Power-management techniques for OMAP35x

Thu, 28 May 2009 00:00:00 -0500

TI's OMAP3 application processors address the need for low power without sacrificing performance. Static power management idles a system in a power-efficient state until processing is required, while active power management adjusts voltage to necessary levels. Download the PDF now to learn more power-saving techniques.

New open source Beagleboard, now available

Thu, 21 May 2009 00:00:00 -0500

Digi-Key Corporation is now shipping Revision C of the popular BeagleBoard from BeagleBoard.org. Based on TI's OMAP35x, the latest version offers increased design flexibility with twice the memory (256 MB RAM), additional high-speed USB port, and an LCD expansion connector.

Video: Power protection systems with C674x-based DSPs

Thu, 21 May 2009 00:00:00 -0500

View this short video clip to learn how different power protection system designs can be improved with a C674x-based DSP.

Registered Beagle Board projects available online

Thu, 14 May 2009 00:00:00 -0500

Beagle Board is an ultra-low cost, high performance, low power OMAP3 based platform designed by BeagleBoard.org community members and sold by Digi-Key. Interested in what other designers are doing with their Beagle Boards? Check out the list of registered projects based on the Beagle Board.

TI acquires Luminary Micro and portfolio of Stellaris M3 MCUsm

Thu, 14 May 2009 00:00:00 -0500

TI has acquired Luminary Micro(r) and its Stellaris(r) M3 MCUs with over 140 solutions shipping today and brings immediate availability of M3 MCUs with advanced communication capabilities, including Ethernet MAC+PHY, CAN, USB On-The-Go and Host/Device, SSI/SPI, UARTs, and I2C.

Video: Test and measurement applications with C674x-based DSPs

Thu, 14 May 2009 00:00:00 -0500

View this short video clip to review how oscilloscopes can be improved by integrating a C674x-based device into the design.

Code Composer Studio 4.0 preview

Thu, 07 May 2009 00:00:00 -0500

This training contains a number of tips on how to quickly do things in Code Composer Studio v4. Many of the tips include a short video capture that demonstrate how to perform the tasks to quickly bring to market devices featuring high processing performance.

Video: Introduction to TMS320C6743 fixed/floating point DSP

Thu, 07 May 2009 00:00:00 -0500

Learn about the C6743 DSP: A low-power digital signal processor based on C674x DSP core. It provides significantly lower power than other members of the TMS320C6000(tm) platform of DSPs and enables OEMs and ODMs to quickly bring to market devices featuring high processing performance.

Meld with Linux system engineers

Thu, 30 Apr 2009 00:00:00 -0500

Meld allows embedded Linux systems engineers to connect and share information, ideas and software. There are many ongoing discussions on various TI platforms.

MontaVista Mobilinux optimized for TI's OMAP35x processors

Thu, 30 Apr 2009 00:00:00 -0500

With MontaVista Software's Mobilinux(tm) 5.0 Linux operating system, TI's OMAP3530 processor enables streaming video, two- and three-dimensional mobile graphics, video capture and video conferencing capabilities for portable media and medical devices. The OMAP3530 is the first broad offering for the ARM(r) CortexTM-A8 core. Learn more now.

New fundamentals of DSPs interactive online training course

Thu, 30 Apr 2009 00:00:00 -0500

This brand new, extended session will provide an overview of DSPs. Topics covered: Digital Signal Processing vs DSPs; Diag. of System; Usage; Filters and much more. The course also includes real world examples via a virtual lab.

Video: Overview of C674x Core

Thu, 30 Apr 2009 00:00:00 -0500

Learn about the C674x core which combines the ease-of-use and precision of floating-point programming with the connectivity and lower-cost options of fixed-point devices. John Dixon provides an overview of the core and related devices and tools.

Booting OMAP35x EVM from SD card

Thu, 23 Apr 2009 00:00:00 -0500

Is there a procedure for configuring the OMAP35x EVM to boot from an SD card? I would assume some of the settings for SW4 would have to change, and also that the SD card may need to be formatted in a particular way. And do I understand correctly that the OMAP35x can not boot from a USB memory device? (But can boot over USB interface connected to a host that supports the peripheral boot protocol of the 35x?) . Find out the answer and view the associated discussion on the TI discussion forum.

Dev kits round 3: TI's DLP Pico kit and the Beagle Board

Thu, 23 Apr 2009 00:00:00 -0500

Read Electronic Design's hands-on review of the DLP Pico Projector Development Kit, which editor Bill Wong reviewed in conjuction with the OMAP35x-based BeagleBoard.

Free Webinar: Design Challenges of Multiple Connectivity Technologies

Thu, 23 Apr 2009 00:00:00 -0500

Join TI and In-Stat April 30th at 11am CST for a free webinar discussing wireless connectivity design considerations. Topics to be discussed include market, business and technical requirements for combination devices; design challenges of solutions with multiple die versus combination devices; challenges of coexistence; and the future of connectivity technologies.

GStreamer on TI DaVinci and OMAP platform

Thu, 23 Apr 2009 00:00:00 -0500

GStreamer online training is now available. Become familiar with the framework and see how to leverage it for your designs based on DaVinci(tm) technology or the OMAP(tm) platform.

Free Webinar: Design Challenges of Multiple Connectivity Technologies