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Product Introduction:Sige1

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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.

ArmSoM-sige1

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

ArmSoM-Sige1 front & back ArmSoM-sige7-Metal-shell

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
CategoryFunctional 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
    Sige7Sige5Sige3Sige1
    SoC Process8nm8nm22nm28nm
    CPURockchip 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
    GPUARM Mali-G610 MP4ARM Mali G52 MC3 GPUArm Mali‑G52‑2EEARM Mali-450 GPU
    NPU6TOPS@INT8(3 NPU core)6TOPS@INT8(2 NPU core)1TOP@INT8-
    RAM4GB/8GB/16GB/32GB 64-bit LPDDR4x4/8/16GB 32-bit LPDDR4x2/4GB 32-bit LPDDR4x2/4GB 32-bit LPDDR4x
    eMMC64GB/128GB eMMC32/128GB eMMC32GB eMMC8 eMMC
    TF CardMolex Slot, Spec Version 2.x/3.x/4.x(SDSC/SDHC/SDXC)YesYesYes
    Output1x 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
    Decoder8K@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@120fps4KP60 H.265/H.264/VP9H.265, H.264, AVS2 4K@60fps
    Encoder8K@30fps H.265 / H.264H.264 and H.265 up to 4K@60fps1080P60 H.264/H.265H.264 and H.265 up to1080@60fps
    Wi-FiAP6275P 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
    PCIEPCIe 3.0 4-lanes
    M.2 Key M 2280 NVMe SSD Supported
    PCIe 3.0 1-lanes
    M.2 Key M 2280 NVMe SSD Supported
    PCIe 3.0 2-lanes
    M.2 Key M 2280 NVMe SSD Supported
    -
    Ethernet2x 2.5G Ethernet2x Gigabit EthernetGigabit Ethernet & 2.5G EthernetGigabit Ethernet & 2.5G Ethernet
    USB Host1x USB 3.0 & 1x USB 2.01x USB 3.0 & 1x USB 2.01x USB 3.0 & 1x USB 2.02x USB 2.0
    USB-C1x 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 OTG1x USB-C Power jack & 1x USB2.0 OTG
    MIPI CSI/DSI2x 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 Headeryesyesyesyes
    LEDs2x LEDs2x LEDs2x LEDs2x LEDs
    Board Dimensions92mm × 62mm x 14.6mm92mm × 62mm x 14.6mm92mm × 62mm x 14.6mm92mm × 62mm x 14.6mm

    RK3528 Block Diagram

    RK3528 Block Diagram
    rk3528 block diagram

    Hardware Pin Definitions

    40-PIN header
    GPIO numberFunctionPinPinFunctionGPIO number
    +3.3V
    1
    2
    +5.0V
    130I2C1_SDA_M0 / UART3_RTSN / I2S1_SDI3 / GPIO4_A2_d /
    3
    4
    +5.0V
    131I2C1_SCL_M0 / UART3_CTSN / I2S1_SDI2 / GPIO4_A3_d
    5
    6
    GND
    1REF_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
    0GPIO0_A0
    11
    12
    I2S1_SCLK / UART1_RTSN / GPIO4_A5_d133
    13
    14
    GND
    15
    16
    +3.3V
    17
    18
    138SPI0_MOSI / PDM_SDI0 / I2S1_SDO3 / GPIO4_B2_d
    19
    20
    GND
    139SPI0_MISO / PDM_SDI2 / I2S1_SDI1 / GPIO4_B3_d
    21
    22
    140SPI0_CLK / I2S1_SDI0 / GPIO4_B4_d
    23
    24
    SPI0_CSN0 / PWR_CTRL1 /SPI0_CS0_M2 / GPIO4_B6_u142
    GND
    25
    26
    PWM6_M0 / SPI0_CSN1 / PDM_SDI3 / GPIO4_C1_d145
    147I2C0_SDA_M0 / PWM0_M0 / GPU_AVS / GPIO4_C3_d
    27
    28
    ARM_AVS / PWM1_M0 / I2C0_SCL_M0 / GPIO4_C4_d148
    29
    30
    GND
    31
    32
    GPIO4_C0/PWM5_M0 / FEPHY_LED_LINK_M0 / UART3_TX_M1144
    143GPIO4_B7 / PWM4_M0 / FEPHY_LED_SPD_M0 / UART3_RX_M1
    33
    34
    GND
    134UART1_TX_M0 / I2S1_LRCK / GPIO4_A6_d
    35
    36
    37
    38
    GPIO3_B2 / SPI0_CLK / I2S1_SDI0106
    GND
    39
    40
    GPIO4_A7_d / UART1_RX_M0 / I2S1_SDO0135
    FAN

    0.8mm connector(CON3102)

    PinAssignmentDescription
    1VCC_5V05V Power ouput
    2GNDGND
    3PWMPWM control
    HPOUT

    0.8mm connector(CON3101)

    PinAssignmentDescription
    1AORright channel
    2AOLleft channel
    3GNDGND
    VRTC

    0.8mm connector(CON2200)

    PinAssignmentDescription
    1+Positive pole
    2-Negative pole

    Resources

    Source Code

    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
    logoDescriptionDownload
    debian-bullseyedebian11 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-boxAndroid9 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
    ledelede for Sige1 :
    lede is a highly modular and automated embedded Linux system with powerful network components and scalability.
    Google Drive link

    Third Party System

    logoDescriptionDownload
    armbian-logoArmbian 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
    Joshua Riekubuntu-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

    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.

    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.