Overview
The MCIMX6S5DVM10AD is a member of the i.MX 6 series of applications processors from NXP USA Inc. This processor is designed to provide scalable platforms with broad levels of integration and power-efficient processing capabilities. It is based on the Arm Cortex-A9 MPCore platform, making it suitable for a wide range of applications that require high performance and low power consumption.
Key Specifications
| Specification | Details |
|---|---|
| Processor Core | Single Arm Cortex-A9 32-bit core |
| Clock Speed | Up to 1 GHz |
| Package Type | 624-MAPBGA (21x21 mm, 0.8 mm pitch) |
| Temperature Range | Commercial: 0 to +95°C |
| Memory | Supports DDR3, DDR3L, LPDDR2, NOR Flash, PSRAM, cellular RAM, NAND Flash (MLC and SLC), OneNAND™, and managed NAND (eMMC up to rev 4.4/4.41) |
| Interfaces | UART, I2C, SPI, SATA 2.0, HDMI 1.4, MIPI display, LVDS display, USB OTG, USB host, Gigabit Ethernet, CAN, ESAI audio interface, PCIe-II |
Key Features
- Dynamic Voltage and Frequency Scaling (DVFS): Provides significant power reduction by allowing the device to run at lower voltage and frequency with sufficient MIPS for various tasks.
- Smart Speed Technology: Enables power management throughout the IC, minimizing power consumption in both active and low power modes.
- Multimedia Performance: Enhanced by a multilevel cache system, NEON MPE co-processor, multi-standard hardware video codec, image processing unit (IPU), and programmable smart DMA (SDMA) controller.
- Graphics Acceleration: Includes two independent integrated graphics processing units: an OpenGL ES 2.0 3D graphics accelerator and a 2D graphics accelerator.
- Interface Flexibility: Supports a variety of interfaces including LCD controller, dual CMOS sensor interface, high-speed USB, Gigabit Ethernet, and more.
- Security: Features TrustZone technology for secure processing.
Applications
The MCIMX6S5DVM10AD is suitable for a variety of applications, including:
- Consumer Electronics: Smartphones, tablets, and other portable devices.
- Industrial Automation: Control systems, human-machine interfaces, and industrial IoT devices.
- Automotive Infotainment: Although this specific model is not automotive-grade, the i.MX 6 series has variants that are used in automotive infotainment systems.
- Medical Devices: Medical imaging, patient monitoring systems, and other medical equipment.
- Embedded Systems: General-purpose embedded systems requiring high performance and low power consumption.
Q & A
- What is the core architecture of the MCIMX6S5DVM10AD?
The MCIMX6S5DVM10AD is based on a single Arm Cortex-A9 32-bit core. - What is the maximum clock speed of the processor?
The maximum clock speed is up to 1 GHz. - What types of memory does the processor support?
The processor supports various types of memory including DDR3, DDR3L, LPDDR2, NOR Flash, PSRAM, cellular RAM, NAND Flash (MLC and SLC), OneNAND™, and managed NAND (eMMC up to rev 4.4/4.41). - What are the key interfaces supported by the processor?
The processor supports interfaces such as UART, I2C, SPI, SATA 2.0, HDMI 1.4, MIPI display, LVDS display, USB OTG, USB host, Gigabit Ethernet, CAN, ESAI audio interface, and PCIe-II. - Does the processor have any power management features?
Yes, it features Dynamic Voltage and Frequency Scaling (DVFS) and Smart Speed Technology to minimize power consumption. - What are the multimedia capabilities of the processor?
The processor has enhanced multimedia performance with a multilevel cache system, NEON MPE co-processor, multi-standard hardware video codec, image processing unit (IPU), and programmable smart DMA (SDMA) controller. - Is the processor suitable for automotive applications?
No, this specific model (MCIMX6S5DVM10AD) is not automotive-grade. It has a commercial temperature range of 0 to +95°C. - What is the package type of the processor?
The processor is packaged in a 624-MAPBGA (21x21 mm, 0.8 mm pitch). - Does the processor support TrustZone technology?
Yes, it features TrustZone technology for secure processing. - What are some common applications of the MCIMX6S5DVM10AD?
Common applications include consumer electronics, industrial automation, medical devices, and general-purpose embedded systems.
