CHERRY presents a cost-optimized System-on-Module (SoM) for energy-efficient, smart applications

06/2024 - Back to overview

CHERRY Embedded Solutions presents the compact System-on-Module RINGNECK SOM-PX30-µQ7 for HMI applications (Human-Machine Interface).

Vienna, June 12 2024 – CHERRY Embedded Solutions presents the compact System-on-Module RINGNECK SOM-PX30-µQ7 for HMI applications (Human-Machine Interface). RINGNECK has been specially developed for mobile devices that need to focus on energy efficiency and space requirements. The SoM features the most common interfaces (WiFi, Bluetooth, Ethernet, CAN bus, USB, MIPI-CSI, MIPI-DSI, LVDS) and offers a cost-effective platform for a wide range of professional applications. 

The most important features at a glance:

  • RINGNECK SOM-PX30-µQ7 is based on Rockchip’s low-power SoC PX30 with a quad-core ARM Cortex-A35 CPU.
  • The integrated multimedia processor offers multi-format video decoding and video encoding (H.264, H.265). The ARM Mali GPU supports OpenGL and OpenCL 2.0 Full Profile. A dedicated 2D hardware engine enables image scaling, rotation and window composition to be outsourced and ensures smooth image output.
  • A MIPI-CSI interface provides native support for high-resolution cameras.
  • The CPU has ARM cryptography extensions and enables vector processing using Advanced SIMD.
  • The secure boot mechanism guarantees that only signed images can be executed on the device. Together with the optional EAL6+-certified secure element, they ensure cryptographic identification and the secure storage of digital keys. 

Dr. Stefan Roth, Managing Director of CHERRY Embedded Solutions, explains: “Ringneck is part of our SoM series, which is specially tailored to the requirements of cost-efficient IoT applications. Developed and manufactured by highly experienced engineers, it combines the perfect balance of reliability, security and cost efficiency.”

Typical use cases include the following:

  • Web panels with touchscreen and PLC logic for configuring and parameterising industrial systems
  • Remote management and maintenance of vending machines
  • Testing and measuring devices for vehicle components
  • Intelligent surveillance cameras
  • Digital signage displays 
  • Smart mirrors for the retail sector