MCIMX6S8DVM10AD

Overview

The MCIMX6S8DVM10AD is a single-core application processor from the NXP i.MX 6Solo series, featuring an Arm Cortex-A9 core operating at up to 1 GHz. It includes a 512 KB L2 cache and supports DDR3, DDR3L, and LPDDR2-800 memory interfaces. The device integrates hardware accelerators for video processing (VPU), 3D graphics (OpenGL ES 2.0 GPU), and 2D graphics. It also features an Electrophoretic Display Controller (EPDC) for E-Ink panels, MediaLB (MLB), and comprehensive connectivity options including Gigabit Ethernet, USB, and PCIe.

Feature Summary

• Integrates a single Arm Cortex-A9 core with TrustZone security support
• Includes dedicated hardware accelerators for multimedia and graphics processing
• Features an integrated EPDC controller supporting high-resolution E-Ink displays
• Provides extensive peripheral interfaces including Gigabit Ethernet and multiple USB ports

Applications

• Web and multimedia tablets
• Color eReaders
• IP TV systems
• Human Machine Interfaces (HMI)
• Portable medical devices

Procurement Notes

Verify the specific silicon revision indicated by the suffix 'D' against current production data sheets. Confirm that the commercial temperature grade aligns with system requirements. Ensure compatibility with the required external memory types and power management ICs as specified in the reference design documentation.

Selection Notes

Select this part for applications requiring a single-core solution with robust multimedia capabilities and E-Ink display support. Compare against DualLite variants if multi-threading performance is needed. Consider the integrated power management features and DVFS support for optimizing system energy consumption in portable consumer electronics.

Part Context

This component belongs to the i.MX 6Solo/6DualLite family, designed for cost-effective consumer products. It shares architectural similarities with other i.MX 6 processors but offers a simplified single-core configuration. The series emphasizes low power consumption while maintaining high performance for multimedia tasks through specialized hardware accelerators.

Replacement Considerations

MCIMX6S8DVM10AC

FAQ

What display technologies are supported by the EPDC?

The EPDC supports color and monochrome E-Ink displays with resolutions up to 1650x2332 and 5-bit grayscale capability.

Does this processor include hardware video acceleration?

Yes, it includes a Video Processing Unit (VPU) for hardware-accelerated video decoding and encoding.