Overview
The NXP i.MX 8QuadXPlus Multisensory Enablement Kit (MEK), identified by the part number MCIMX8QXP-CPU, is a comprehensive development platform designed for evaluating and developing applications based on the i.MX 8X family of applications processors. This kit is built around the Arm Cortex-A35 and Cortex-M4F processors, making it suitable for a wide range of safety-certifiable and high-performance applications. The MEK includes a CPU board and various accessories to facilitate quick and efficient development.
Key Specifications
| Specification | Details |
|---|---|
| Processor | 4x Arm Cortex-A35 up to 1.2 GHz, Arm Cortex-M4 at 266 MHz |
| Memory | 3 GB LPDDR4, 32 GB eMMC 5.0, 64 MB Octal SPI Flash |
| Power Management | NXP MMPF8100 PMIC |
| Connectivity | 10/100/1000 Ethernet port, USB 3.0 Type C, USB 2.0 Type A, PCIe, CAN, UART, I2C |
| Display Interfaces | 2x MIPI-DSI, LVDS, HDMI (via adapter) |
| Audio Features | Tensilica HiFi 4 DSP, audio codec, headphone and microphone jacks |
| Additional Features | 3-axis accelerometer, eCompass, gyroscope, light sensor, pressure sensor |
| Operating Systems | Linux, Android, FreeRTOS, QNX, Green Hills |
Key Features
- Hardware accelerated video, graphics, and audio processing capabilities.
- Support for h.264 encode and decode, h.265 decode.
- Rich 3D and 2D user interface support through the graphics engine and display processor.
- Audio pre- and post-processing, keyword detection, and speech recognition via Tensilica HiFi 4 DSP.
- Included accessories: LVDS to HDMI adapter card, power supply, AC power cord, worldwide adapter, JTAG-GEN2 adapter card, USB Type-C cable, SD card with BSP image, and more.
- Optional baseboard (MCIMX8-8X-BB) and audio card (IMX-AUD-IO) for extended functionality.
Applications
- Automotive: instrument cluster, infotainment, display audio, rear seat entertainment, smart antenna, Vehicle-to-Vehicle (V2V), gateway and camera systems.
- Industrial: vehicle avionics cockpit display, in-flight entertainment, train and heavy equipment HMI and sensors.
- General-purpose HMI solutions.
- Networking: specialty gateway, low-end video conference terminals.
- Mobile payment systems.
Q & A
- What is the i.MX 8QuadXPlus MEK? The i.MX 8QuadXPlus MEK is a development kit for evaluating and developing applications based on the i.MX 8X family of applications processors.
- What processors are used in the i.MX 8QuadXPlus MEK? The kit uses 4x Arm Cortex-A35 up to 1.2 GHz and Arm Cortex-M4 at 266 MHz.
- What memory options are available? The kit includes 3 GB LPDDR4, 32 GB eMMC 5.0, and 64 MB Octal SPI Flash.
- What power management solution is used? The NXP MMPF8100 PMIC is used for power management.
- What display interfaces are supported? The kit supports 2x MIPI-DSI, LVDS, and HDMI via an adapter.
- What audio features are included? The kit includes Tensilica HiFi 4 DSP, audio codec, and headphone and microphone jacks.
- What operating systems are supported? Supported operating systems include Linux, Android, FreeRTOS, QNX, and Green Hills.
- What additional sensors are included? The kit includes a 3-axis accelerometer, eCompass, gyroscope, light sensor, and pressure sensor.
- What accessories are included with the kit? Accessories include a power supply, AC power cord, worldwide adapter, LVDS to HDMI adapter card, JTAG-GEN2 adapter card, USB Type-C cable, SD card with BSP image, and more.
- Are there any optional components available? Yes, an optional baseboard (MCIMX8-8X-BB) and audio card (IMX-AUD-IO) are available for extended functionality.
