Techsol Announces Linux-based Thin Client Development Kit for Embedded
Applications.

Delta, BC – 6 March 2002 – Techsol is proud to announce the availability of
the first of many Medallion development kits. The Thin-Client Device –
Mini-Development Kit is targeted at developers of thin-client desktop devices
and also wearable computing devices.  It features a 60 MHz ARM-720T-based
RISC computer with Techsol’s proprietary boot-loader/debugger in FLASH,
Lineo’s Embedix Linux distribution pre-installed in the 32-mega-byte
Disk-On-Chip module, and  32 mega-bytes of SDRAM for program execution.
Additional software will include TrollTech’s QT-Embedded GUI plus their Qtopia
palm-top OS.  There will also be a choice of JAVA  virtual machines available
in the near future.

This development kit also features:

SVGA video (via a standard 15-pin VGA connector)
USB host ports x 2 (for KBD, mouse, or other peripherals)
USB device port (for connection to a PC or Laptop) for hi-speed debugging
10BaseT Ethernet port (for connection to a server or broadband Internet)
MultiMedia Card (MMC) for removable storage
Stereo Audio Out for playing your favorite MP3s while you work
Stereo Audio In for audio or data-logging applications
Mono Headset Jack for VOIP development (perfect for call-centers)
Power Jack that connects to the supplied 5-volt, 1amp AC adapter
Serial Debug Port that connects via the supplied adapter cable to a PC serial
port.
A Rugged Aluminum Enclosure with clear labelling for all connectors.

In addition, there are connectors inside the case for:

Another Serial Port with modem control line support (for dial-up connectivity)
LCD Connectors x 2 for development of handheld products
JTAG Connector for debugging via the On Chip Emulator features
Boot Configuration Jumpers that allow the user to boot from an SRAM IC
instead of FLASH (for low-level SOFTWARE development)
Audio Configuration Jumpers to select between Line Out or Amplifier Out

There are also instructions for disassembling the kit, along with schematics
to facilitate development of custom products based on Medallion CPU modules.

Techsol’s Medallion CPU modules are the embodiment of 15 years of embedded
product development.  By carefully integrating the best of open-source and
off-the-shelf software with the latest in portable computing power, Techsol
takes the technology used by the world’s largest high-volume manufacturers
and makes it available to low- to mid-volume manufacturers.  The tiny (4
sq.inch), low-power Medallion modules are pre-loaded with Linux,
device-drivers, graphics and communications software.  Plus, we support
industry standards to simplify the connection of Medallionbased products to
both enterprise systems and other portable devices.  New modules based on
ARM-7, ARM-9, Intel X-Scale, and PowerPC processors will appear monthly over
the next year, ensuring that you always have access to the latest technology!
Techsol’s Medallion system is unique in the embedded computer world.  Over
time, the product line will encompass dozens of CPUs.  However, the pin-out
and form-factor will remain the same.  There will always be a Medallion
module that is almost perfect for your application.  By designing with the
Medallion system, you are effectively out-sourcing your CPU design and Linux
porting with no up-front NRE fees! That lets your team concentrate on the
hardware and software portions of your product that your customers see.  The
result is that you can create a higher-quality product in a fraction of the
time (and cost) of designing everything from scratch!  Plus, the
interchangeable modules extend product life-cycle times.
Following our mission of delivering maximum value to our customers, this
development kit is offered at only US$500.00 complete with a CD of free
development tools.  See the website for details www.techsol.ca  or call 1 888
TECHSOL (888.832.4765 or 604.946.8324) for more details.