MCIMX7D3DVK10SD

Overview

The MCIMX7D3DVK10SD is an evaluation kit for the NXP i.MX 7Dual processor, featuring a heterogeneous architecture with dual Arm Cortex-A7 cores and a Cortex-M4 core. It supports external memory types including DDR3L, LPDDR2, and LPDDR3-1066, alongside Quad SPI, NAND, eMMC, and NOR flash. The platform provides high-speed connectivity via Gigabit Ethernet with AVB, PCIe, and USB interfaces. It includes parallel RGB and MIPI DSI display outputs, as well as parallel and MIPI CSI camera inputs, enabling development for connected devices.

Feature Summary

• Heterogeneous multicore processing combining Cortex-A7 and Cortex-M4 architectures
• Support for multiple external memory standards including DDR3L and LPDDR3
• Integrated Gigabit Ethernet controllers with Audio Video Bridging (AVB) support
• Flexible display and camera interface options including MIPI and parallel connections

Applications

• Connected device development
• Industrial building automation
• Consumer home audio systems
• Mobile computer platforms

Procurement Notes

Verify the specific revision suffix against the manufacturer's current documentation to ensure compatibility with required software SDKs and hardware revisions. Confirm availability status as supply conditions may vary. Ensure the evaluation board configuration matches the target application requirements before procurement.

Selection Notes

Select this kit for prototyping applications requiring low-power, high-performance processing with integrated security features. It is suitable for designs needing flexible display and camera connectivity. Consider the supported operating systems and available development tools when evaluating suitability for the specific project constraints.

Part Context

This evaluation kit belongs to the i.MX 7 series, part of NXP's EdgeVerse edge computing platform. It targets the growing market of connected devices by offering a balance of performance and power efficiency. The i.MX 7Dual family integrates advanced Arm cores with extensive peripheral support for industrial and consumer applications.

Replacement Considerations

Check for newer iterations within the i.MX 7 family or alternative processors in the i.MX RT series if higher real-time performance is required. Verify backward compatibility of software and hardware interfaces when considering substitutes from other manufacturers.