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+README
+^^^^^^
+
+  This README provides some information about the port of NuttX to the TI
+  Hercules TMS570LS04x/03x LaunchPad Evaluation Kit (LAUNCHXL-TMS57004)
+  featuring the Hercules TMS570LS0432PZ chip.
+
+Contents
+^^^^^^^^
+
+  Serial Console
+
+Serial Console
+^^^^^^^^^^^^^^
+
+  This TMS570 has a single SCI.  The SCI_RX and TX pins are connected to
+  the FTDI chip which provides a virtual COM port for the launchpad.
+