Raspberry Pi is a widely used computing platform that has gained immense popularity among technology enthusiasts, hobbyists, educators, and professionals. Its small size, affordability, and versatility make it an ideal tool for programming, developing various projects, and building numerous applications and systems. Recently, the TME catalog has expanded to include a variety of new Raspberry Pi products, including the Compute Module 4S (CM4S).
Compute Module boards are compact versions of Raspberry Pi single-board computers, specifically based on the Generation 4, Model B. These modules omit standard connectors and instead feature a versatile port, allowing designers and developers to create miniaturized device circuits while benefiting from Raspberry Pi's flexibility and functionality. The CM4S comes in a SODIMM format, meaning it can be easily integrated into a target circuit using a standard RAM socket.
Raspberry Pi CM4S
At the core of the CM4S is the Broadcom BCM2711 chip, which houses a quad-core ARM Cortex-A72 processor running at up to 1.5 GHz, delivering considerable computing power in a compact size. The CM4S is available with different RAM configurations: 1 GB, 2 GB, 4 GB, or 8 GB. Unlike the full-size Raspberry Pi models, these boards can also include eMMC storage options of 8 GB, 16 GB, or 32 GB, allowing users to customize the module to fit the needs of their projects.
One key difference from the Compute Module 4 (CM4) is that the CM4S lacks built-in Wi-Fi and Bluetooth connectivity. However, it does support HDMI, I2C, MIPI (CSI for cameras and DSI for displays), PCM, PWM, SPI, UART, and USB (2.0) interfaces. These ports enable the connection of a wide range of peripherals, including external communication modules if needed.
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