Timesys announces support for newest DaVinci TMS320DM368 video processor

LinuxLink for the DM368 DaVinci processor will offer tools and a pre-integrated build environment with access to different software frameworks such as Linux GStreamer and TI’s digital video software development kit (DVSDK).

The popularity of the DaVinci video processor platform among LinuxLink customers is growing. We are delighted to add support for the latest addition to TI’s popular processor line, the DM368, said Maciej Halasz, director of product management at Timesys. Our engineers extensively tested the combined system to ensure that customers can proceed quickly and seamlessly through the process of building their own custom Linux solutions. And with our expert support, we are here to help them when they need it.

On TI processors such as DM368, Timesys introduced the concept of a rich user interface (UI). The rich UI combines a GUI framework that serves as a high-level API for application development, such as Qt Embedded, with lower layer software such as the GStreamer framework and specific codec plugins (i.e. H264, MPEG4, etc.).

LinuxLink embedded Linux development framework and world-class support allow customers to take full advantage of processor features without a steep learning curve. LinuxLink is built with open source technologies that are well-known to Linux engineers of all experience levels. Customers can easily integrate their own applications, modify the Linux kernel and even incorporate their own proprietary packages and frameworks into the design of their product. In addition, they have access to Timesys’ expert technical support to resolve any technical issues. The productivity improvement resulting from the use of Timesys tools enables customers to focus on the primary task, which is building their value-add application.

Timesys continues to support customers using TI processors for embedded Linux product development, said Sonia Ghelani, product marketing manager, DM3x, Texas Instruments. This newest addition to their LinuxLink offering provides a bridge for users looking to integrate the TI software for the DM368 device and add further customization with their easy-to-use user interface, integrated open-source plug-ins and a tested build environment.