Product Introduction: Sige1

Let's get to know Sige1 in 5 minutes.

Overview

The ArmSoM-Sige1 utilizes the Rockchip RK3528, a new-generation intelligent set-top box and multimedia application chip. It is applicable to IPTV/OTT boxes, cloud terminals, and integrated products. It is a high-performance, low-power 4K player with decoding capability supporting up to 8K. Additionally, it also supports the AVS2 and HDR VIVID standards.

Key Parameter

• SoC: Rockchip RK3528
• CPU: RK3528 Quad-core Cortex-A53 up to 2.0GHz
• GPU: ARM Mali-450 GPU
• VPU/Decoding:
  • Hardware Decoding: Supports 60fps playback of 4K ultra-high-definition video with up to 10-bit pixels. Supports video standards including H.265, H.264, AVS2, etc.
  • Hardware Encoding: Supports 60fps capture of 1080p high-definition video. Supports H.265 and H.264 encoding.
• RAM: 1GB / 2GB / 4GB 32-bit LPDDR4x, default 2GB
• Flash: 0GB / 8GB / 16GB / 32GB / 64GB eMMC, default eMMC 8GB
• WIFI/BT: Onboard IEEE 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax WIFI6 and BT5.3 syn43752
• Operating Voltage: Wide range input voltage, from 4.5V to 18V (voltage error ±5%)
• Operating Temperature: 0°C to 80°C
• Operating System:
  • Officially Supported by Rockchip: Android 9.0_box, Debian11, Buildroot
  • Third-party Support: Armbian
• PCB: 6-layer PCB board design
• Weight: 38.9g
• Dimensions: 92mm × 62mm x 14.6mm

Getting started

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Sige User Manual

How to start using your Sige

Hardware

Hardware Interface

tip

On the Sige1, there are two Type-C interfaces that look identical, but only one of them (Type-C DC IN) serves as the power input interface.

Hardware Spec

Sige1 Hardware Spec

Category	Functional Parameters
SOC	RockChip RK3528
CPU	RK3528 Quad-core Cortex-A53
GPU	ARM Mali-450 GPU Supports OpenGL ES 1.1/2.0 and OpenVG.
VPU/Codec	video decoder：supports 60fps playback of 4K ultra-high-definition video with up to 10-bit pixels. It supports H.265, H.264, AVS2, etc. video standards. video encoder：supports 60fps capture of 1080p high-definition video. It supports H.265 and H.264 encoding.
RAM	4GB 32-bit LPDDR4x, default 4GB, maximum supported 4GB
Flash	32GB eMMC, default eMMC 32GB supports MicroSD card expansion
Network	1x 2.5G Ethernet port 1x Gigabit Ethernet port Onboard IEEE 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax WIFI6 and BT5.3 syn43752
Video Output	1x HDMI OUT2.0b, supports 4K@60fps
Audio	1x HDMI audio output 1x HP-OUT audio output
USB Ports	2x USB2.0, supports High-Speed (480Mbps), Full-Speed (12Mbps), and Low-Speed (1.5Mbps) modes 1x USB Type-C 2.0, supports OTG, supports high-speed (480Mbps), full-speed (12Mbps) and low-speed (1.5Mbps) modes
40-PIN	Compatible with Raspberry Pi 40-PIN GPIO, supports various accessory peripherals Supports UART/SPI/I2C/I2S/PWM/5V Power/3.3V Power
Others	1x 5V fan interface 1x battery input connector for low-power RTC chip HYM8563TS 2x LED lights, green light starts blinking when system is normal, red light controlled by user
Power	Supports USB Type-C, 9V/2A, 12V/2A, 15V/2A
Buttons	1x Reset button, supports reboot 1x Maskrom button, supports entering maskrom burning mode
System	Officially Supported by Rockchip: Android 9.0_box, Debian11, Buildroot Third-party Support: Armbian, Istoreos
Dimensions	92 mm x 62mm
Operating Temperature	0℃ ~ 80℃

Comparison of Specifications for Sige7/5/3/1

	Sige7	Sige5	Sige3	Sige1
SoC Process	8nm	8nm	22nm	28nm
CPU	Rockchip RK3588 Cortex-A76 x4 @2.4GHz and Cortex-A55 x4 @1.8GHz	Rockchip RK3576 Cortex-A72 x4 @2.2GHz and Cortex-A53 x4 @1.8GHz	Rockchip RK3568B2 Cortex-A55 x4 @2GHz	Rockchip RK3528 Cortex-A53 x4 @2GHz
GPU	ARM Mali-G610 MP4	ARM Mali G52 MC3 GPU	Arm Mali‑G52‑2EE	ARM Mali-450 GPU
NPU	6TOPS@INT8(3 NPU core)	6TOPS@INT8(2 NPU core)	1TOP@INT8	-
RAM	4GB/8GB/16GB/32GB 64-bit LPDDR4x	4/8/16GB 32-bit LPDDR4x	2/4GB 32-bit LPDDR4x	2/4GB 32-bit LPDDR4x
eMMC	64GB/128GB eMMC	32/128GB eMMC	32GB eMMC	8 eMMC
TF Card	Molex Slot, Spec Version 2.x/3.x/4.x(SDSC/SDHC/SDXC)	Yes	Yes	Yes
Output	1x HDMI 2.1, supports 8K@60fps 1x MIPI DSI up to 4K@60fps 1x DP 1.4 up to 8K@30fps	1x HDMI 2.1, supports 4K@120fps 1x MIPI DSI, up to 2K@60fps 1x DP1.4, up to 4K@120fps	1x MIPI DSI up to 2K@60fps 1x HDMI OUT2.0, supports 4K@60fps	1x HDMI OUT2.0b, supports 4K@60fps
Decoder	8K@60fps H.265/VP9/AVS2 8K@30fps H.264 AVC/MVC 4K@60fps AV1 1080P@60fps MPEG-2/-1/VC-1/VP8	H.264, H.265, VP9, AV1 and AVS2 etc. up to 8K@30fps or4K@120fps	4KP60 H.265/H.264/VP9	H.265, H.264, AVS2 4K@60fps
Encoder	8K@30fps H.265 / H.264	H.264 and H.265 up to 4K@60fps	1080P60 H.264/H.265	H.264 and H.265 up to1080@60fps
Wi-Fi	AP6275P Wi-Fi 6 Module 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax, 2T2R MIMO with RSDB	SYN43752 Wi-Fi 6 Module 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax, 2T2R MIMO with RSDB	SYN43752 Wi-Fi 6 Module 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax, 2T2R MIMO with RSDBs	SYN43752 Wi-Fi 6 Module 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax, 2T2R MIMO with RSDBs
PCIE	PCIe 3.0 4-lanes M.2 Key M 2280 NVMe SSD Supported	PCIe 2.1 1-lanes M.2 Key M 2280 NVMe SSD Supported	PCIe 3.0 2-lanes M.2 Key M 2280 NVMe SSD Supported	-
Ethernet	2x 2.5G Ethernet	2x Gigabit Ethernet	Gigabit Ethernet & 2.5G Ethernet	Gigabit Ethernet & 2.5G Ethernet
USB Host	1x USB 3.0 & 1x USB 2.0	1x USB 3.0 & 1x USB 2.0	1x USB 3.0 & 1x USB 2.0	2x USB 2.0
USB-C	1x USB-C Power jack & 1x USB Type-C 3.0（DP1.4/OTG）	1x USB-C Power jack & 1x USB Type-C 3.0（DP1.4/OTG）	1x USB-C Power jack & 1x USB3.0 OTG	1x USB-C Power jack & 1x USB2.0 OTG
MIPI CSI/DSI	2x 4-lane MIPI CSI 1x 4-lane MIPI DSI	2x 4-lane MIPI CSI 1x 4-lane MIPI DSI	1x 4-lane MIPI CSI 1x 4-lane MIPI DSI	-
40-PIN Header	yes	yes	yes	yes
LEDs	2x LEDs	2x LEDs	2x LEDs	2x LEDs
Board Dimensions	92mm × 62mm x 14.6mm	92mm × 62mm x 14.6mm	92mm × 62mm x 14.6mm	92mm × 62mm x 14.6mm

RK3528 Block Diagram

RK3528 Block Diagram

Hardware Pin Definitions

40-PIN header

GPIO number	Function	Pin	Pin	Function	GPIO number
	+3.3V	1	2	+5.0V
130	I2C1_SDA_M0 / UART3_RTSN / I2S1_SDI3 / GPIO4_A2_d /	3	4	+5.0V
131	I2C1_SCL_M0 / UART3_CTSN / I2S1_SDI2 / GPIO4_A3_d	5	6	GND
1	REF_CLK_OUT_M0 /GPIO0_A1	7	8	UART0_TX_M0 / JTAG_MCU_TCK_M1 / JTAG_CPU_TCK_M1 / GPIO4_D0_d	152
	GND	9	10	GPIO0_B6 / UART0_RX_M0 / JTAG_MCU_TMS_M1 / JTAG_CPU_TMS_M1 / GPIO4_C7_u	151
0	GPIO0_A0	11	12	I2S1_SCLK / UART1_RTSN / GPIO4_A5_d	133
		13	14	GND
		15	16
	+3.3V	17	18
138	SPI0_MOSI / PDM_SDI0 / I2S1_SDO3 / GPIO4_B2_d	19	20	GND
139	SPI0_MISO / PDM_SDI2 / I2S1_SDI1 / GPIO4_B3_d	21	22
140	SPI0_CLK / I2S1_SDI0 / GPIO4_B4_d	23	24	SPI0_CSN0 / PWR_CTRL1 /SPI0_CS0_M2 / GPIO4_B6_u	142
	GND	25	26	PWM6_M0 / SPI0_CSN1 / PDM_SDI3 / GPIO4_C1_d	145
147	I2C0_SDA_M0 / PWM0_M0 / GPU_AVS / GPIO4_C3_d	27	28	ARM_AVS / PWM1_M0 / I2C0_SCL_M0 / GPIO4_C4_d	148
		29	30	GND
		31	32	GPIO4_C0/PWM5_M0 / FEPHY_LED_LINK_M0 / UART3_TX_M1	144
143	GPIO4_B7 / PWM4_M0 / FEPHY_LED_SPD_M0 / UART3_RX_M1	33	34	GND
134	UART1_TX_M0 / I2S1_LRCK / GPIO4_A6_d	35	36
		37	38	GPIO3_B2 / SPI0_CLK / I2S1_SDI0	106
	GND	39	40	GPIO4_A7_d / UART1_RX_M0 / I2S1_SDO0	135

FAN

0.8mm connector(CON3102)

Pin	Assignment	Description
1	VCC_5V0	5V Power ouput
2	GND	GND
3	PWM	PWM control

HPOUT

0.8mm connector(CON3101)

Pin	Assignment	Description
1	AOR	right channel
2	AOL	left channel
3	GND	GND

VRTC

0.8mm connector(CON2200)

Pin	Assignment	Description
1	+	Positive pole
2	-	Negative pole

Resources

Source Code

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Armbian

Armbian Linux build framework

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Sige1 kernel

Improved Rockchip Linux

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Sige1 uboot

rockchip-linux/u-boot

Official Image

ArmSoM team uses Debian bullseye as the official operating system.

Download

The following systems have been tested and verified by ArmSoM official:

Network disk address:

Google Drive link

logo	Description	Download
	debian11 for Sige1 : Debian 11 continues to uphold Debian's tradition by offering a stable and reliable operating system environment. It has undergone rigorous testing and stability assurances, making it suitable for servers, desktops, and embedded devices alike.	Google Drive link
	Android9 Box for Sige1 : The Android 9 Box version is an Android operating system specifically designed for TV boxes. It is based on Android 9 Pie, focusing on optimizing user experience and performance for large-screen devices.	Google Drive link
lede	lede for Sige1 : lede is a highly modular and automated embedded Linux system with powerful network components and scalability.	Google Drive link

Third Party System

logo	Description	Download
	Armbian for Sige1 : Armbian is a computing build framework that allows users to create ready-to-use images with working kernels in variable user space configurations for various single board computers. It provides various pre-build images for some supported boards. These are usually Debian or Ubuntu flavored.	armbian image
	ubuntu-rockchip for Sige1 : This project aims to provide a default Ubuntu experience for Rockchip RK3588 devices. Get started today with an Ubuntu Server or Desktop image for a familiar environment.	ubuntu-rockchip image

Hardware Resources

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Sige1 SCH

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Sige1 2D

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Sige1 SMD

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Datasheet

Product Certificates

CE / FCC / RoHS

Supply Statement

The ArmSoM-Sige1 will be produced at least until August 2034.

Accessories

The official accessories designed for the ArmSoM-Sige are intended to help you achieve optimal performance from your computer.

Camera Module 1

The camera module 1, compatible with the OV13850 sensor, is a low-power camera module.

Display-10-HD

A 10.1-inch touchscreen display, ideal for interactive projects like entertainment systems and information dashboards.

Sige DIY Case 1

Combining high-quality construction with a clean, minimalist design, the metal casing adds a premium touch.

Active Cooling Kit

The active cooling kit ensures Sige runs smoothly even during the most demanding tasks.

0.8mm 连接器

Purchase Samples

ArmSoM Official Website: https://www.armsom.org/product-page/Sige1

ArmSoM Official AliExpress Store: https://aliexpress.com/item/3256807356692995.html

ArmSoM Official Taobao Store: https://item.taobao.com/item.htm?id=824590173298

For OEM & ODM, please contact: sales@armsom.org

Notes

[Electrostatic Protection]

1. Before handling the device, please ensure you wear an anti-static wrist strap or take electrostatic discharge measures to prevent damage to the development board.
2. Assembly should be performed in an electrostatic-safe environment, avoiding operations in dry and low-humidity conditions.
3. When not in use, store the device in an anti-static bag and keep it in a suitably temperature-controlled, low-humidity environment to prevent static electricity buildup.
4. When handling the device, avoid friction or collisions to prevent the generation of static electricity that could cause damage.
5. When holding the device, try to avoid direct contact with the chips on the mainboard to prevent static damage.
6. Do not plug or unplug wires or other devices while the device is operating to avoid damage from electrical surges.
7. When connecting or disconnecting the GPIO/MIPI expansion interfaces, make sure to turn off the power and disconnect the power cable to prevent damage from electrical current.

[Heat Management]

Without effective cooling measures, the surface temperature of the main chip may exceed 60 degrees. When handling the device, please avoid direct contact with the SoC and surrounding power inductors to prevent burns. Ensure that the environment is well-ventilated during operation to prevent localized heat buildup, which could lead to overheating. Additionally, do not place the device in direct sunlight. It is recommended to choose between the official cooling fan, heat sink, or third-party cooling kits based on specific usage conditions to ensure optimal cooling performance.