Colibri iMX7
The Colibri iMX7 is a Toradex System on Module based on the NXP i.MX 7 SoC, and a member of the Colibri Family.
This page provides hardware design resources, documentation, revision history, erratas, compatibility details, and getting started guides for developers working with the Colibri iMX7 module.
Getting Started
Recommendation for the First-Time Order
For starting for the first time with your Colibri iMX7, you need a suitable Colibri Carrier Board as well as some adapters and cables for connecting your desired interfaces.
Toradex recommends ordering the following accessories for your first-time order:
- Colibri Evaluation Board: for an easy evaluation of Colibri interfaces.
- Carrier Board Accessory Kit: includes suitable cables, adapters, and a power supply.
You can buy the Colibri iMX7 module, Colibri Evaluation Board, and Carrier Board Accessory Kit from the Toradex Webshop.
Quickstart Guide
Check out our guide for detailed instructions on how to get your board up and running with Torizon, available only for the Colibri iMX7D 1GB:
Having trouble?
Please contact our technical support. Various options of technical support are mentioned below:
Product Features
Hardware Features
Compatible Products
Pinout Evaluation & Planning
Power Consumption
Product Documents
Datasheets
Colibri iMX7
Design Resources
Toradex provides the following 3D models for this Colibri System on Module:
Generic Colibri 3D Mechanical Models: This model has the maximum component height for testing the mechanical fit. This ensures the mechanical design fits all current Colibri modules as well as future releases.
Generic Colibri 3D Mechanical Models
The generic Colibri 3D model contains the PCB and the maximum component height on top and bottom of modules from the Colibri Module Family. This model should be used to test the mechanical fit, ensuring that the mechanical design fits all current Colibri modules as well as future releases.
- SolidWorks CAD model 3D EASM model
- You can download the free eDrawings model viewer from SolidWorks here
- 3D STEP model that can be opened and modified in any 3D CAD
- 3D PDF model that can be opened in Adobe Reader
Design and Layout Guide
Hardware Ecosystem
Carrier Boards
Off-the-shelf Carrier Boards
Custom Carrier Board Design
Find free reference designs, schematics, 3D designs, and tools to build your carrier board easily in the link below:
Accessories & Add-ons
- Capacitive Touch Display 7" Parallel
- Resistive Touch Display 7" Parallel
- Capacitive Touch Display 10.1" LVDS (via converter)
- Colibri Fastener
- Carrier Board Accessory Kit
- LM816 USB WiFi
- Analogue Camera Adapter
Check other options and compatibility information on the add-ons product pages.
Software Ecosystem
Toradex-Supported Linux Platforms
The following Linux-based offerings are in-house supported - pre-built images available for quick evaluation:
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Torizon OS - open source, easy to use industrial Linux operating system
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Yocto Project Reference Images - reference images for Yocto Project, a great starting point for customized Linux images
Industry and Partner Software Ecosystem
For detailed instructions about software development, including other operating systems for Toradex Computer on Modules - QNX, Android and more - check out our software ecosystem page:
Torizon OS is supported only on the Colibri iMX7D 1GB. The Colibri iMX7 also supports FreeRTOS and is supported by the partner Green Hills INTEGRITY.
Toradex-Supported Windows Embedded Compact (EOL)
Only available for the Colibri iMX7S 256MB and Colibri iMX7D 512MB. Contact Toradex if you're interested in Windows CE for the Colibri iMX7D 1GB version.
Torizon OS with containers might have limited performance on the Colibri iMX7 for high-demand applications. Toradex recommends using the Torizon OS Yocto Reference Minimal Image for such scenarios.
Windows CE is EOL. Refer to WinEC Affected Modules EOL - Migration Guide for more information.
Development Resources
Installing the Operating System
Toradex products come with Toradex Easy Installer pre-installed. Once you power-on the board, it will display a list of available images to be installed. Check out how to get started with the Toradex Easy Installer:
You might need to enter recovery mode:
You can also install the compatible pre-built images available for download:
Connecting to the Board
During development, you will need to communicate the board with your host machine:
Revision History
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Product Number (PID8) Format
The format of the 8-digits Product Number (PID8) is the following:
The below table describes the structure of the Product Number (PID8):
| Field | Description |
|---|---|
| PPPP | 4-digits number, indicating the Product Configuration (PID4) that describes the key properties of the product (e.g. Product Group, RAM capacity, etc.) |
| VV | 2-digits number, indicating the Major and Minor Version (in that order) |
| AA | 2-digits number, indicating the Assembly Variant |
See the complete list of available combinations on the Revision History table of the corresponding product page.
Example
Product number (PID8): 00291100:
0029: Apalis iMX6D 512MB
11: Major Version 1, Minor Version 1, Version V1.1 in short
00: Assembly Variant A
A specific product revision has a lifecycle defined by the product state. Learn more about it on the Product Change Notifications.
0032 Colibri iMX7S 256MB (WinEC)
| Product # | Product Description | Changes from Previous Version | Release Date | Pre-Installed Software | PCN Document |
| 00321100 | Colibri iMX7S 256MB V1.1A | Initial version for customer samples | 2016-03-01 | PCN Colibri iMX7S 256MB V1.1A 2016-12-19 | |
| 00321101 | Colibri iMX7S 256MB V1.1B |
| 2016-12-19 | PCN Colibri iMX7S 256MB V1.1B 2018-02-09 | |
00321102 | Colibri iMX7S 256MB V1.1C |
| 2018-02-09 | ToradexEasyInstaller_1.8-20181019 | PCN Colibri iMX7S 256MB V1.1C 2022-01-11 |
00321103 | Colibri iMX7S 256MB V1.1D |
| Q4 2022 | ToradexEasyInstaller_1.8-20181019 | EOL PCN Colibri iMX7S 256MB |
0033 Colibri iMX7D 512MB (WinEC)
| Product # | Product Description | Changes from Previous Version | Release Date | Pre-Installed Software | PCN Document |
00331100 | Colibri iMX7D 512MB V1.1A | Initial version for customer samples | 2016-03-01 | PCN Colibri iMX7D 512MB V1.1A 2016-09-21 | |
00331102 | Colibri iMX7D 512MB V1.1C |
| 2016-09-21 | PCN Colibri iMX7D 512MB V1.1C 2017-11-28 | |
00331103 | Colibri iMX7D 512MB V1.1D |
| 2017-11-28 | ToradexEasyInstaller_1.8-20181019 | EOL PCN Colibri iMX7D 512MB |
0039 Colibri iMX7D 1GB
| Product # | Product Description | Changes from Previous Version | Release Date | Pre-Installed Software | PCN Document |
00391100 | Colibri iMX7D 1GB V1.1A | Initial version | 2017-10-18 | ToradexEasyInstaller_1.8-20181019 | PCN Colibri iMX7D 1GB V1.1A 2021-10-06 |
00391101 | Colibri iMX7D 1GB V1.1B |
| Q4 2021 | ToradexEasyInstaller_5.3 |
0081 Colibri iMX7D 512MB
| Product # | Product Description | Changes from Previous Version | Release Date | Pre-Installed Software | PCN Document |
00811100 | Colibri iMX7D 512MB V1.1A | Initial Version | Q1 | ToradexEasyInstaller_5.7.5 | New Product Configurations Without WinEC |
Errata/Known Issues
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