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TX Mainboard 7
==========================

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This guide will help new users to quickly use our TX Mainboard 7 Linux Evaluation Kit.

Detailed information about the TX module itself is available on `our website <https://www.karo-electronics.com/products/product-selection>`_.

For further details, refer to the :download:`Mainboard 7 Hardware Documentation <./doc/mb7-hw-doc.pdf>` and the baseboard schematics 
available in the `Customer Area <https://www.karo-electronics.com/downloads>`_ 

Unboxing
--------

When opening the package of the Development Kit you should find the following components inside:

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   * - 1. The evaluation board "TX Mainboard 7".
     
     - 2. 5V DC cord power supply
       3. Heat Spreader
       4. USB cable
     
     - 5. D-Sub cable 

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Wiring
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Connect the TX Mainboard 7 as shown in the image below.

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   * - 1. Connect the RS232 cable to the board. 
     - 2. Verify the Bootmode-jumper is open.
     - 3. Connect the 5VDC power supply

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Booting, First steps
----------------------

After connecting the 5V DC power your board will boot. Notice the linux heartbeat shown by the LED.

Your module is pre-programmed with our *karo-image-minimal* headless Linux.  To get terminal access connect the RS232 cable to your PC. 
Use a :ref:`software-documentation/uboot/terminal:Terminal Program` with these :ref:`terminal-settings`. Login as **root**.

Next Steps Usage
----------------

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   * - Topic
     - Description
     
   * - Re-installing the OS
     - * The pre-compiled image files to flash the TX module are located in our `Download Area <https://www.karo-electronics.com/downloads>`_. 
       
       * They contain different environments, e.g. a minimal and a desktop environment.
       
       * Download the images and proceed with the :ref:`uuu`.

   * - Display support
     - The GLYN TFT Family Concept ist fully supported by our Evaluation Kits. https://www.glyn.com/Products/Displays/TFT-Family-Concept

       We also provide a Ready To Use weston image to flash your TX module in our `Download Area <https://www.karo-electronics.com/downloads>`_.

Next Steps Software
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   * - Topic
     - Description
     
   * - Linux Guide
     - Go to: Software Documentation
     
   * - WiFi Guide
     - To enable WiFi support.

       Go to: Software Documentation -> :ref:`wifi-guide`
     
   * - Machine Learning
     - Using NPU and starting ML Demos.

       Go to: Software Documentation -> :ref:`machine-learning-guide-index`

   * - QT6 Development
     - Develop a QT6 app for your customers.
     
       Go to: Software Documentation -> :ref:`qt-guide-index`

   * - Electron Development
     - Develop an Electron app for your customers.
     
       Go to: Software Documentation -> :ref:`electron-guide-index`
     
   * - Customizing the BSP
     - If you want to use our Yocto Layer, or want to create your own customized Linux distribution, have a look at our :ref:`yocto-guide-index`.

       Go to: :ref:`yocto-guide-index`
     
     
Next Steps Hardware
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   * - Topic
     - Description
     
   * - TX Mainboard 7 Pinouts
     - See the :download:`Mainboard 7 PDF Documentation <./doc/mb7-hw-doc.pdf>`.

   * - TX Developers Guide
     - TX-Standard pinout, description and layout guidelines.

       Go to: Hardware Documentation -> :ref:`tx-guide`