Nvidia JETSON TX2 User Manual

JETSON TX2/TX2i OEM PRODUCT | DESIGN GUIDE | 20180618 1
OEM PRODUCT DESIGN GUIDE
NVIDIA Jetson TX2/TX2i
Abstract
This document contains recommendations and guidelines for Engineers to follow to create a product that is optimized
to achieve the best performance from the common interfaces supported by the NVIDIA
®
Jetson™ TX2/TX2i System-
on-Module (SOM).
This document provides detailed information on the capabilities of the hardw are module, w hich may differ from
supported configurations by provided softw are. Refer to softw are release documentation for information on supported
capabilities.
Notes:
Jetson TX2 & Jetson TX2i modules utilize Tegra X2 which is a Parker series SoC.

Nvidia JETSON TX2 Specifications

General

Storage	32 GB eMMC 5.1
Operating System	Linux for Tegra
GPU	NVIDIA Pascal architecture with 256 CUDA cores
Memory	8 GB LPDDR4
Connectivity	802.11ac WLAN, Bluetooth
Video Decode	4K @ 60 fps (HEVC), 4K @ 60 fps (H.264)
Power	7.5W | 15W
Camera	Up to 6 cameras (CSI)
USB	USB 3.0
Others	CAN, UART, SPI, I2C, GPIOs
CPU	Dual Denver 2 64-Bit CPUs + Quad ARM A57 CPUs

Summary

Document Abstract

Introduction to the Design Guide

Document References

Lists related documents and models for further information.

Abbreviations and Definitions

Defines common abbreviations used throughout the document.

Jetson TX2/TX2i Overview

Jetson TX2/TX2i Module Overview

Describes the Jetson TX2/TX2i module components and available interfaces.

Power Management

Supply Allocation

Details the allocation of power rails within the module's power subsystem.

Main Power Sources/Supplies

Illustrates main power connections, sources, and control signals on the carrier board.

Power Sequencing

Explains the critical power-up sequence involving key control signals.

Module Power-on Type Detection & Control

Power & Voltage Monitoring

Module Power Monitor

Details how module power monitors indicate supply status via WARN or CRIT outputs.

Deep Sleep (SC7) Mode

Optional Auto-Power-On Support

Jetson TX2i Auto-Power-On Details

Details the requirements for auto-power-on support for Jetson TX2i modules.

General Routing Guidelines

USB, PCIe, and SATA Interfaces

USB Interface Details

Details USB 2.0 and USB 3.0 pin descriptions and design guidelines.

PCIe Interface Details

Describes the PCIe controller, lane configurations, and design guidelines.

SATA Interface Details

Details the Gen 2 SATA controller implementation and design guidelines.

Gigabit Ethernet Interface

Display Interfaces

MIPI DSI Interface

Details MIPI DSI data lanes, configurations, and pin descriptions.

eDP, DP, and HDMI Interfaces

Describes eDP, DP, and HDMI interface capabilities and pin mapping.

MIPI CSI (Video Input)

SDIO/SDCARD/eMMC Interfaces

SD Card Interface Details

Explains the standard SD socket connection and signal routing requirements.

Audio Interfaces

Integrated WLAN/BT (Jetson TX2 Only)

Miscellaneous Interfaces

I2C Interface Details

Details the nine I2C controllers, pin descriptions, and interface mapping.

SPI Interface Details

Describes the three SPI interfaces, pin descriptions, and connection diagrams.

UART Interface Details

Covers the five UARTs, pin descriptions, and typical assignments.

Strapping Pins Configuration

Module Pads and Behavior

MPIO Pad Behavior when Associated Power Rail is Enabled

Explains MPIO pad behavior when associated power rail is enabled or disabled.

Internal Pull-ups for CZ Type Pins at Power-on

Details internal pull-up behavior for CZ type MPIO pads at power-on.

Unused Interface Terminations

Unused MPIO Interfaces

Identifies unused MPIO pins supporting SFIO and GPIO capabilities.

Design Checklist

General Layout Guidelines

Overview of Layout Guidelines

Explains the importance of trace and via characteristics for signal integrity.

Via Guidelines

Provides guidelines on via count, placement, and their impact on power distribution.

Stack-Ups

Reference Design Stack-Ups

Explains the importance of stack-up definition for design.

Transmission Line Primer

Background on Transmission Lines

Discusses PCB transmission line characteristics affecting signal integrity.

Physical Transmission Line Types

Describes microstrip and stripline transmission line types.

Driver Characteristics

Identifies key driver characteristics for signal integrity and transmission speed.

Receiver Characteristics

Explains key receiver concepts for optimum signal integrity.

Design Guideline Glossary

Jetson TX2/TX2i Pin Descriptions