BeaglePlay microcomputer

The BeagleBone BeaglePlay microcomputer is an ARM-based, open-source (Linux), single-board computer designed to simplify the process of adding sensors, actuators, indicators, human interfaces, and connecting to a robust embedded system.

The board is equipped with a high-quality audio output. It is a compact device that allows you to create a variety of projects with the connection of external audio devices, such as amplifiers or speakers. The BeagleBone has a built-in audio codec that provides high-quality audio output with low noise and distortion. In addition, the board has a built-in microphone that allows you to record audio.

The board has a number of connectors for connecting various sensors, modules, and other devices. It also has the ability to connect to the Internet and use wireless communication.

The BeagleBone BeaglePlay is an excellent choice for building building/industrial automation gateways, digital signatures, human-machine interfaces (HMIs), BeagleConnect sensor gateways, and for creating various audio-related projects, such as music devices, sound systems, media centers, etc.

BeaglePlay features a powerful 64-bit quad-core processor and innovative connectivity options including Wi-Fi, Gigabit Ethernet, wireless up to GHz, and a single pair of Ethernet with a data line. With compatibility with 1000s of pre-built applications and a customizable Debian Linux image, BeaglePlay makes it easy to expand and customize. It also includes ribbon cable connections for cameras and touchscreens, as well as a battery-powered real-time clock connector, making it ideal for human-machine interface design.

Key features:

• Has a small form factor of 8 cm x 8 cm
• Has 2 GB of RAM and 16 GB of built-in eMMC memory with high-speed interface
• Equipped with USB type C for power and data and USB type A host
• Features Gigabit Ethernet, single-pair Ethernet with PoDL
• Equipped with built-in 2.4 GHz and 5 GHz Wi-Fi
• Features 2.4GHz and sub-GHz programmable wireless MCU, built-in IEEE802.15.4 drivers/software
• Features full-size HDMI, OLDI, 4-channel CSI
• Supports expansion via mikroBUS, Grove, QWIIC

Specifications:

Processor: TI AM6254 (multi-core A53s with R5, M4s and PRU)
PMIC: TPS6521901
Memory: 2 GB DDR4
Storage: 16 GB eMMC

WiFi:

• PHY: WL1807MOD (TI WiFi next generation roadmap)
• Antennas: 2.4 GHz and 5 GHz

BLE/SubG

• CC1352P7 M4+M0 with BeagleConnect firmware
• BeagleConnect Wireless enabled
• Antennas: 2.4 GHz & SubG IEEE802.15.4 software defined radio (SDR)

Ethernet

• PHY: Realtek RTL8211F-VD-CG gigabit Ethernet phy
• Connector: integrated magnetic RJ-45

Single-pair Ethernet

• BeagleConnect Wired is enabled
• PHY: DP83TD510E 10Mbit single pair Ethernet phy
• Connector: RJ-11 jack
• Power supply (PoDL): Input: N/A (protection up to 12 V), Output: 5 V at 250 mA

USB type C

• PD/CC: no, HS closed on both sides
• Power supply: Input: 5 V at 3 A, Output: N/A

HDMI

• PHY: IT66121
• Connector: full size

Other connectors

• microSD
• USB type A (480 Mbit)
• MikroBUS connector (I2C/UART/SPI/MCAN/MCASP/PWM/GPIO)
• Grove connector (I2C/UART/ADC/PWM/GPIO)
• QWIIC connector (I2C)
• CSI connector compatible with BeagleBone AI-64, Raspberry Pi Zero W, or Raspberry Pi Compute Module I/O board (22-pin)
• OLDI connector (40-pin)

Interfaces and board components:

RTC Battery: BQ32002 real time clock (RTC) Battery holder accepts CR1220 3V battery

User LEDs: five user LEDs. These LEDs are connected to the AM6254 SoC.

JTAG (AM62): The AM6254 SoC JTAG debug port.

mikroBUS: mikroBUS for MikroE Click boards or any compatible add-on.

OLDI: The AM6254 OpenLDI (OLDI) display port.

CSI: AM6254 serial camera interface (MIPI CSI-2).

Grove: Port for connecting SeeedStudio Grove modules.

QWIIC: SparkFun QWIIC / Adafruit STEMMA-QT port for connecting I2C modules.

User Button: A programmable user button that also acts as a button to select the server boot mode (SDCard/eMMC). Press down to select SD Card as the boot media.

SDCard: Use to expand the memory, boot a Linux image, or flash the latest image to eMMC.

Reset button: Press to reset the BeaglePlay board (AM6254 SoC).

JTAG (CC1352): JTAG debug port for the CC1352P7.

Power button: press to turn off (OFF), hold to boot (ON).

Power & Connectivity LEDs: LED indicators for power on, CC1352 RF, and single pair connectivity.

Single-pair Ethernet: Single-pair Ethernet connection port with data line power.

GigaBit Ethernet: 1 Gbps wired Internet connection.

HDMI Output: Full-size HDMI port for connecting to external monitors.

USB-A host port: A port for connecting USB devices such as cameras, keyboard and mouse combos, etc.

USB-C port: Power and tethering port.

CC1352P7: 2.4 GHz BLE + SubG IEEE802.15.4 with 1 x 2.4 GHz + 1 x SubG uFL antenna.

WL1807MOD: Dual-band (2.4 GHz and 5 GHz) WiFi module with 2 uFL antennas.

DP83TD510E: single-pair Ethernet PHY.

RTL8211F: Ethernet PHY.

AM6254: Main SoC.

16GB eMMC: Flash memory.

2GB DDR4: RAM.

BQ32002: real-time clock (RTC).

TPS6521901: integrated power management circuit.

IT66121: HDMI PHY.

Overall dimensions: 80mm x 80mm x 20.4mm

WIKI: Documentation

Scope of delivery:

1. BeaglePlay board
2. Sub-GHz antenna
3. Three (3) 2.5 GHz/5 GHz antennas
4. Plastic support fittings
5. Quick start card