NESO core
Single-Board-Computer with i.MX27
NESO core is based on the Freescale i.MX27 ARM926 CPU and offers contemporary 400 MHz as well as MPEG decoding (H.263/H.264) in D1 quality. The user receives an up-market memory setup (128 MB DDR-RAM / 256 MB Flash memory) that offers – together with the SDHC compatible SD card reader – sophisticated applications.
As standard, NESO features the most important interfaces for Ethernet, USB host and OTG, 2x RS-232 (multiplexed) , RS-485 and SPI/keypad (multiplexed)as well as a speaker connector. By endowing the unit with an optional multi-drop-bus interface (MDB), we offer our vending machine customers a great platform for innovative concepts.
Just like the JUPITER series, NESO displays a fine understanding of application developers’ needs, too. Starter kits with preinstalled ROM images for Windows CE or Linux as well as optimized driver and support packages simplify the project entry.
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Please check the Data Sheet for further details.
NESO is also available with display as open frame or boxed version.
NESO is also available with display as open frame or boxed version.
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Our Starter Kits are “allround no-worry packages” and will enable you to start your project development immediately. This means, not only all the cables are included, but also BSPs, SDKs, sample code and documentation stored onto a USB stick.Available NESO Starter Kits:
- Starter Kit NESO 5.7 open frame, with 145 mm VGA display Order Code 10109
- Starter Kit NESO 7.0 open frame, with 178 mm WVGA display Order Code 10110
Both Starter Kits come with a safe case and all neccessary cables.
- NESO device, version as per order
- Pre-installed Windows Embedded CE 6.0
- Linux Image
- Acryl glass stand for presentation and proper working place
- AC adaptor
- Cross-over network cable
- USB connection cable
- USB memory stick with BSP, SDK, sample code etc.
- Quick guide
Data sheets
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(1.438 KB)Manuals
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(500 KB) (848 KB) (1.092 KB) (2.803 KB)Drawings and CAD/3D Data
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eDrawings 3D model of NESO 7.0 open frame (23.09.2009, Rev. C)
View CAD model in a browser window (IE)
View CAD model in a browser window (IE)
(894 KB)eDrawings 3D model of NESO 5.7 open frame (23.09.2009, Rev. C)
View CAD model in a browser window (IE)
View CAD model in a browser window (IE)
(852 KB) (299 KB) (351 KB)Online Resources
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(Fileserver)To open filetypes marked with this symbol, Adobe Acrobat Reader is required (free download). 
If not part of your operating system, you may need an unzip-program, i.e. the free 7-Zip.To view our CAD files, you need to install the free eDrawings Viewer.NESO systems are shipped with a standardized operating system (image) and related drivers and libraries. To customize the operating system to the individual requirements of your application, the Windows CE board support package (BSP) is required, which is available as binary for download on our FTP Server.
To use the BSP, the Microsoft Platform Builder is essential. You may need to purchase this additonal software from one of the Microsoft Windows Embedded distributors.
To use the BSP, the Microsoft Platform Builder is essential. You may need to purchase this additonal software from one of the Microsoft Windows Embedded distributors.
Standard Drivers (Included)
The following drivers belong to the standard ROM image of a NESO system. They are also available for download as free binary BSP on
our FTP Server:
our FTP Server:
| Driver | Description | i.MX27 |
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| UART | UART supports the full RS-232 specification with all 9 signals. |  |
| Ethernet | 10/100 Mbit driver | |
| USB Host | Supporting mass storage devices (USB-stick, hard disc, CD-ROM…) and other devices as keyboard, mouse, USB hub, PCL printer… | |
| USB OTG | Can be used as ActiveSync connection (USB Client) or USB Host | |
| Audio | 16Bit stereo output, mic-in, line-in | |
| Touch Screen | The integrated 4-wire resistive screens is supported | |
| Display | Support for the integrated 145 mm display (640 x 480 pixel) and for the 178 mm display (800 x 480 pixel) | |
| SD/MMC | Memory cards (MMC, SD, SDHC) and SDIO devices. Special drivers for extension cards may be needed further. | |
| Flash File System | The extended FAT (exFAT) file system is supported. | |
| MPEG-4 | The integrated hardware decoder for H.264 and MPEG-4 is supported by a direct show decoder (up to 720 x 480 pixel) | |
Standard Windows CE Services (Included)
The following services belong to the standard ROM image of a NESO System:
| Service | Description | i.MX27 |
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| FTP Server | Access by FTP File Transfer Protocol | |
| HTTP Server | Allows the system to act as a web server | |
| Time Server / Client | Synchronize time with the network using the NTP protocol | |
| Telnet Server | Access by using the Telnet protocol | |
| .NET CF 3.5 | .NET Compact Framework 3.5 preinstalled runtime | |
Special Features of the Garz & Fricke Windows CE (Free of charge)
In addition to the standard functionality of Windows CE, we have enhanced the OS with new features:
| Function | Description | i.MX27 |
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| Bootloader Redboot | Redboot is a small footprint, widely used in embedded projects, open source (GPL) bootloader. Configuration through RS232, clear flash registry, download image to RAM, download image to Flash, set/save config structures. Based on a small real time operating system where additional applications can be loaded, a rich library set is available, it is possible to execute applications in an early boot phase (< 1 sec after power on). | |
| AutoStart | Automatically execute programs upon system boot or upon removable media insertion | |
| AutoCopy | Automatically copy files to the RAM file system upon system boot or upon removable media insertion. This, for example, can be used to add items to the Windows CE START menu button or onto the desktop. | |
| Toolbox | Command line utility for editing registry, show system info, start/stop drivers, kill processes, dump memory. | |
Special Services of the Garz & Fricke Windows CE
If needed, the following services may be purchased separately from us. Prices for these services are calculated in support hours . We offer support packages in various volumes.
| Service | Description | Prices |
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| Multilanguage Support | Add additional languages to your system (can be switched at runtime) | on request |
| Boot Logo | Show your own screen while Windows CE is booting | on request |
| Training | Based on your custom project needs, Garz & Fricke offers training courses to raise your skills in programming under Windows CE. | on request |
NESO supports Linux. The Starter Kit - please order with Linux option - includes a CD with sources, patches, examples of Linux kernels and userland applications as well as precompiled binaries. Of course all neccessary adapter cables and a power supply are also part of the delivery. Thus you are ready to start out-of-the-box with your project.
Help and support for the Linux BSP and any other Linux software services are available.
Our Linux BSP includes source codes and drivers for the following components:
Help and support for the Linux BSP and any other Linux software services are available.
BSP Information
Our Linux BSP includes source codes and drivers for the following components:
- Linux Kernel 2.6.26
- UART
- Ethernet
- Touchscreen
- Displays:
- for the integrated 145 mm TFT, 640 x 480 pixel (VGA)
- for the integrated 178 mm TFT, 800 x 480 pixel (VGA)
- USB