Overview
Who is Vaaman For?
Vaaman is useful to a wide range of users, these include but are not limited to:
- Software Developers:
A significant portion of the user base consists of software developers who utilize the SBC’s FPGA capabilities to optimize software performance, accelerate computations, and explore hardware acceleration.
- Researchers:
Vaaman with its FPGA attracts researchers who leverage its potential for implementing custom algorithms, conducting experiments, and prototyping novel solutions. The FPGA serves as a valuable tool for their research endeavors.
- Hardware Designers:
The SBC appeals to hardware designers as it provides a platform for developing and testing hardware designs. They can use the FPGA to prototype and verify their designs efficiently, enabling rapid iterations.
- Hobbyist Users:
The SBC also attracts ordinary users with an interest in tinkering and learning about cutting-edge technologies. They can utilize the SBC’s versatility for various projects such as robotics, home automation, and DIY electronics.
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Features
The Vaaman Single Board Computer (SBC) offers a range of hardware features, including:
Type |
Feature |
|---|---|
Display |
1 x HDMI 2.0 (Micro), Support maximum 4K@60Hz display
1 x MIPI, Support 2560x1600@60fps output with dual channel
1 x USB-C DP, Support maximum 4K@60Hz display
|
Audio |
3.5mm jack with mic |
Ethernet |
10/100/1000Mbps Ethernet (Realtek RTL8211E) |
Camera |
MIPI CSI 2 lanes via FPC connector, support up to 800MB/s bandwidth |
Wireless |
Integrated RTL8822CS Wi-Fi and BT Combo Module (6222B-SRC) WiFi 2.4G+5G WiFi 2T2R BT5.0 |
PCIe |
PCIe Interface via FPC connector |
USB |
2x USB2.0 HOST
1x USB3.0 HOST/OTG
1x USB Type-C (USB3.0 / DP Alt mode)
|
RTC |
Support RTC, on-board backup battery interface |
I/O |
1 x UART
2 x SPI bus
2 x I2C bus
1 x PCM/I2S
1 x SPDIF
1 x PWM
1 x ADC
6 x GPIO
2 x 5V DC
2 x 3.3V power pin
|
FPGA |
Efinix® T120F324 device in a 324-ball FineLine BGA package.
DRAM Chip DDR3 SDRAM 4Gbit 256Mx16 1.35V/1.5V.
128 Mbit SPI NOR flash memory.
MIPI-CSI RX connector with 4 data lanes and 1 clock lane.
MIPI-CSI TX connector with 4 data lanes and 1 clock lane.
LVDS Transmitter interface connector that supports 20 Lanes.
LVDS Receiver interface connector that supports 20 Lanes.
JTAG headers for configuration.
User selectable voltages from 1.8 V, 2.5 V, and 3.3 V for bank 1B, 1C, and 2F.
40-pin GPIO header supported with 12-pin 1 PMOD and 2 LVDS lane or 25 GPIOs.
10, 20, 25, 30, 50, and 74.25 MHz oscillators for T120F324 PLL input.
4 User LEDs on T120F324 bank 2F.
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Tip
For more information on the Vaaman GPIOs, see Vaaman GPIO Description