Programmable Real-Time Unit Cape add-on board is beneficial for core, basic functionality

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The Texas Instruments PRU Cape is a BeagleBone Black add-on board that allows users get to know TI’s powerful Programmable Real-Time Unit (PRU) core and basic functionality.

It is a test, development, and evaluation module system that enables developers to write software and develop hardware around the PRU subsystem. The PRU is a low-latency microcontroller subsystem integrated in the Sitara AM335x and AM437x family of devices. The PRU core is optimized for deterministic, real-time processing, direct access to I/Os, and ultra-low-latency requirements. It includes LEDs and push buttons for GPIO and audio, as well as a temperature sensor. Together, the BeagleBone Black and PRU Cape are an ideal EVM solution to begin PRU development on the Sitara platform. Quick development and evaluation of the PRU is integrated in the Sitara processors. Leverage sample code is included in the TI Linux Software Development Kit.

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