Zebra – Embedded Arm-Based Computer | VersaLogic

Zebra

VL-EPC-2701

Notice: The Zebra has reached the end of its off-the-shelf availability. Contact VersaLogic Sales for availability and extended lifecycle options.

A compact 95 x 95 mm Arm®-based embedded computer with very low power draw. Even with its low price point, it is ready for off-the-shelf deployment into demanding applications requiring rugged, long-life, power efficient, industrial temperature solutions.

  • i.MX 6 Processors

    Low Power Solo and DualLite versions

  • Practical On-board I/O

    USB 2.0, serial, GPIO, CAN bus, Audio, SPI, and I2C support

  • Expansion

    MikroBUS™ socket

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Specifications

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Mechanical Size: 95 x 95 x 20 mm (3.7 x 3.7 x .79”)
Mechanical Weight: 62g (2.1 oz.)  
Processor NXP i.MX6 Solo and i.MX6 DualLite
Input Voltage 5VDC +/- 5%
Power (typical) 2.2W
Bus Expansion MikroBUS socket
Bus Expansion SPI Interface
Operating Temperature -40° to +85°C
Shock and Vibration MIL-STD-202G
Memory (RAM) 0.5 to 4 GB DDR3L soldered-on memory depending on model
Display Supported video decoders: DivX 3/4/5/6, H.263, H.264, MJPEG, MPEG-1/2, MPEG-4, VC1
Display Video encoders: H.263, H.264, MJPEG, MPEG-4
Display HDMI V1.4 port
Storage microSD socket, bootable
Storage eMMC MLC Flash drive (chip). 0 to 32 GB, bootable
Ethernet One 1GbE port (10/100/1000 autodetect)
USB Two USB 2.0 host ports
Serial I/O One UART (3.3V) port
Serial I/O One RS232 debug port
Digital I/O Eight CMOS level I/O lines (3.3V)
Audio Microphone and headphones in / out on single 3.5 mm audio jack
Audio Line inputs / outputs on 34-pin I/O header
Other I/O PWM
Other I/O Two I2C interfaces
Other I/O Two channels CAN Bus
Other I/O Accelerometer / Magnetometer
Operating System Compatibility Most Arm operating systems including Linux and Android
Export Info ECCN: 5A992.c
Export Info Schedule B: 8471.60.7000

See datasheet for full specifications

Description

The Zebra single board computer is a complete Arm-based embedded computer. It features several models that are available with power-efficient single- or dual-core i.MX6 CPUs. All models are delivered tested and ready for deployment. They are ideal for demanding applications that require rugged power-efficient solutions with long-term availability.

Unlike proprietary formats, Zebra is designed around the industry standard COM-Express footprint and mounting points, which simplifies installation and upgrading in the future. Unlike Arm-based modules, Zebra is complete board level computer. Additional carrier boards, connector boards, or I/O expansion are not required for operation. Zebra boards are delivered with on-board soldered-on RAM, ready to plug-in and run.

Like other VersaLogic products, the Zebra SBC is engineered to be rugged. It is validated for operation in unforgiving environments including high temperature, mechanical shock and vibration. Each component has been carefully sourced to ensure reliable operation in the field.

Zebra embedded computer boards provide connectivity via Gigabit Ethernet, USB, and CAN bus interfaces, as well as HDMI video support. They also provide a MikroBUS socket for expandability, and additional on-board I/O including I2C, audio, SPI, and GPIO lines. An on-board 6-axis e-compass is available as a modified COTS option.

VersaLogic's 10+ year availability ensures long-term deployment in the field, free from expensive upgrades and migrations that come from short lifecycle products.

VersaLogic products are designed for use by OEMs working in a variety of market applications: Aerospace, Defense, Energy, Industrial, Security, Medical, Military, Robotics, and Transportation. VersaLogic delivers extremely reliable standard and customized embedded computers backed with unsurpassed service and the highest availability in the market.

Resources

Product Reference

OS Compatibility 4/5/2023 PDF 271 KB DOWNLOAD

Software Support Packages

Additional Reference Materials

Accessories

Cable Kit VL-CKR-ZEBRA  Development Cable Kit for Zebra. Includes: VL-F41-8SBN-LINUX2, CBR-0504, 2603, 3407, PS-WALL5-15. VL-F41-8SBN-LINUX2  Zebra 8GB MLC MicroSD card with bootable Linux, i.MX6 Solo and DualLite, standard temperature VL-CBR-0504  RS-232 cable, 2mm 5-pin to DB-9M, 0.3m    Icon Photo VL-CBR-2603  Serial I/O (I2C, UART, SPI). 26-pin 2 mm IDC to Ribbon Cable, 0.5m    Icon Photo VL-CBR-3407  User I/O cable, 34-pin 2 mm IDC to Ribbon Cable, 0.5m    Icon Photo VL-PS-WALL5-15  Power Adapter, 90 ~ 264 VAC to 5VDC @ 3A, 5.5 mm ID Plug, International plug kit Cables VL-CBR-0405  CAN bus cable, 2mm 4-pin to 2mm 4-pin MicroClasp, 1m    Icon Photo VL-CBR-0406  CAN bus cable, 2mm 4-pin MicroClasp to DB9 connector, 0.5m    Icon Photo Solid State Drives VL-F41-8EBN  SSD 8 GB SLC MicroSD card, industrial temperature VL-F41-4EBN  SSD 4 GB SLC MicroSD card, industrial temperature
  • Part Number Description
  • Cable Kit
  • VL-CKR-ZEBRA Development Cable Kit for Zebra. Includes: VL-F41-8SBN-LINUX2, CBR-0504, 2603, 3407, PS-WALL5-15.
  • VL-F41-8SBN-LINUX2 Zebra 8GB MLC MicroSD card with bootable Linux, i.MX6 Solo and DualLite, standard temperature
  • VL-CBR-0504 RS-232 cable, 2mm 5-pin to DB-9M, 0.3m Icon Photo
  • VL-CBR-2603 Serial I/O (I2C, UART, SPI). 26-pin 2 mm IDC to Ribbon Cable, 0.5m Icon Photo
  • VL-CBR-3407 User I/O cable, 34-pin 2 mm IDC to Ribbon Cable, 0.5m Icon Photo
  • VL-PS-WALL5-15 Power Adapter, 90 ~ 264 VAC to 5VDC @ 3A, 5.5 mm ID Plug, International plug kit
  • Cables
  • VL-CBR-0405 CAN bus cable, 2mm 4-pin to 2mm 4-pin MicroClasp, 1m Icon Photo
  • VL-CBR-0406 CAN bus cable, 2mm 4-pin MicroClasp to DB9 connector, 0.5m Icon Photo
  • Solid State Drives
  • VL-F41-8EBN SSD 8 GB SLC MicroSD card, industrial temperature
  • VL-F41-4EBN SSD 4 GB SLC MicroSD card, industrial temperature

Models

Model:    VL-EPC-2701-EAK-005 CPU Model:    i.MX6 Solo Cores :    Single Memory Size:    512 MB eMMC:    - 6-axis e-compass:    - Operating Temperature:    -40° to +85°C Buy Sample:    Purchase at Digi-Key
Model:    VL-EPC-2701-EBK-01 CPU Model:    i.MX6 DualLite Cores :    Dual Memory Size:    1 GB eMMC:    - 6-axis e-compass:    - Operating Temperature:    -40° to +85°C Buy Sample:    -

Models

  • Model CPU Model Cores Memory Size eMMC 6-axis e-compass Operating Temperature Buy Sample
  • VL-EPC-2701-EAK-005 i.MX6 Solo Single 512 MB - - -40° to +85°C Purchase at Digi-Key
  • VL-EPC-2701-EBK-01 i.MX6 DualLite Dual 1 GB - - -40° to +85°C -