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NXP Semiconductors ASC8848AETE
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- ASC8848AETE
- Manufacturer:
- NXP Semiconductors
- Category:
- Application Specific Microcontrollers
- Package:
- 484-TFBGA
- Datasheet:
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ASC8848AETE.pdf
- Description:
- IC VIDEO PROCESSOR ADV 484TFBGA
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Overview
ASC8848AETE from NXP Semiconductors is a high-performance IP camera SoC integrating ARM926EJ-S CPU (600 MHz), dual-channel DDR-II/III SDRAM controller (up to 2 GB), and hardware-accelerated High-Profile H.264 + MJPEG encoding for 1080p@60 fps video capture and compression. It supports 12 MPixel sensor input, BT.656/BT.1120 video interfaces, and 24-bit RGB video output - deployed in HD surveillance cameras requiring low-bitrate, multi-stream encoding with motion detection and encryption.
For engineers reviewing the ASC8848AETE datasheet, ASC8848AETE pinout, ASC8848AETE application, or ASC8848AETE equivalent, this page delivers verified technical context, package mapping, real-world use cases, and validated alternative options for security camera design upgrades from legacy NXP IP camera platforms.
Technical Context
The ASC8848AETE implements a full imaging pipeline: raw Bayer/CMYG sensor data ingestion (16-bit, up to 180 MHz pixel clock), 3D noise reduction, motion-adaptive de-interlacing, digital WDR, and photometric/geometric lens correction. Its dual hardware encoders enable simultaneous H.264 (1080p@45 fps) and MJPEG (1080p@45 fps) streams with ROI and SVC-T support.
It integrates a 600 MHz ARM926EJ-S core with 16 KB I/D-cache, Ethernet MAC (MII/GMII/RGMII), five I2S channels, four UARTs, two SPI, two SDIO, NAND Flash interface, PCIe 1.1, USB 2.0 OTG, and cryptographic accelerators (AES, SHA-256, TDES) - all coordinated via dedicated ISP and video compression subsystems.
Key Specifications
| Parameter | Value and Actual Design Meaning |
|---|---|
| Max Sensor Resolution | 12 MPixels - enables ultra-HD image capture from modern CMOS sensors with 16-bit raw interface support. |
| H.264 Encoding | 1080p @ 45 fps - provides full HD main stream at high frame rate with High Profile, CABAC, and two reference frames. |
| MJPEG Encoding | 1080p @ 45 fps - delivers low-latency, visually lossless substream suitable for local viewing or analytics pre-processing. |
| Video Output | 24-bit RGB @ 1080p @ 60 fps - drives HDMI/HD-SDI transmitters or LCD panels without external buffering. |
| CPU Core | ARM926EJ-S @ 600 MHz - executes Linux 2.6-based firmware, ISP tuning, network stack, and intelligent video analytics (motion detection in 16 windows). |
| Memory Interface | Dual 16-bit DDR-II/III @ 400 MHz - supports up to 2 GB total SDRAM (1 GB per channel), enabling large frame buffers and multi-stream processing. |
| Power Consumption | <1.5 W @ 1080p @ 60 fps - enables fanless, compact IP camera designs with thermal headroom for extended operation. |
| Cryptography | AES/SHA-256/TDES acceleration - enables secure RTSP streaming, firmware signing, and TLS handshake offload without CPU overhead. |
Pinout & Package
ASC8848AETE is housed in a compact TFBGA-484 package (15 mm × 15 mm, 0.65 mm pitch), optimized for high-density HD camera PCB layouts with thermal vias and signal integrity control for BT.1120/DDR-III routing.
| Pin/Terminal | Circuit Role | Design Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| VDD_DDR / VSS_DDR | DDR power supply pins | Separate 1.5 V/1.35 V and ground domains for stable high-speed DDR-II/III signaling (dual-channel). |
| CLKIN / CLKOUT | System clock input/output | Accepts 27 MHz crystal input; generates PLL-derived clocks for CPU, ISP, encoder, and Ethernet subsystems. |
| BT1120[15:0] | 16-bit BT.1120 video input | Direct connection to HD-SDI receiver ICs (e.g., TI TVP5158) for uncompressed 1080p60 YCbCr 4:2:2 video ingest. |
| RGB[23:0] | 24-bit parallel video output | Drives HDMI transmitter (e.g., TI TFP410) or LVDS panel interface at 1080p60 with pixel clock up to 148.5 MHz. |
| ETH_MDC / ETH_MDIO | PHY management interface | Configures external 10/100/1000 PHY (e.g., DP83865) via IEEE 802.3 clause 22 MDIO bus. |
| I2S0_SDIN / I2S0_SCLK | Primary audio input interface | Connects to microphone preamp ADC (e.g., AK4642) for G.711/AAC-encoded audio synchronized with video streams. |
Key Features
| Feature | Design Value |
|---|---|
| Independent H.264 + MJPEG hardware engines | Enables true concurrent encoding of primary (H.264) and secondary (MJPEG) streams without CPU load or frame drops. |
| ROI encoding and SVC-T | Reduces bandwidth by 30–50% for motion-active regions while maintaining full-resolution base layer for forensic playback. |
| 16-window motion detection | Offloads analytics to dedicated hardware block - detects movement in configurable zones without consuming ARM926 cycles. |
| 3D noise reduction + motion-adaptive de-interlacing | Preserves fine texture in low-light scenes while eliminating combing artifacts on moving objects in interlaced sources. |
| Auto White Balance / Exposure accumulators | Hardware-accelerated AE/AWB convergence in <100 ms under rapid lighting changes - critical for outdoor PTZ camera operation. |
| Pin-to-pin compatibility with ASC884xA/ASC885xA family | Allows drop-in replacement of ASC8849A/ASC8850A without PCB redesign - only firmware and DDR timing adjustments required. |
Applications
| Surveillance IP Cameras | Car Video Recorders |
|---|---|
Use Scenario: Outdoor dome camera with 12 MPixel sensor, IR illumination, and PoE+ power delivery. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: ASC8848AETE serves as the central SoC - ingesting raw sensor data, applying real-time ISP, compressing dual streams (H.264 main + MJPEG sub), and encrypting RTSP over integrated Ethernet MAC. Use Value: Achieves 1080p@45 fps H.264 at ≤2 Mbps bitrate with motion-adaptive quantization and ROI, reducing storage cost by 40% vs. legacy encoders. | Use Scenario: Dual-camera DVR system in commercial fleet vehicles with GPS, CAN bus telemetry, and shock detection. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: ASC8848AETE processes front/rear camera feeds simultaneously, overlays telemetry data via OSD engine, and writes encrypted H.264 + MJPEG to eMMC via SDIO interface. Use Value: Hardware AES-256 ensures tamper-proof video evidence; <1.5 W power envelope enables operation from 12 V automotive supply without active cooling. |
| Digital Video Recorders (8×D1) | Video Door Phones |
Use Scenario: 8-channel NVR appliance using BT.656 quad-muxed inputs from analog HD-over-Coax cameras. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: ASC8848AETE decodes four BT.656 channels (via internal decoder logic), applies WDR and contrast enhancement, then encodes eight D1 streams (4× main + 4× sub) in parallel. Use Value: Delivers 8× D1@30 fps within single-chip solution - eliminates need for multiple ASICs or FPGA-based preprocessing. | Use Scenario: Smart door station with 1080p camera, biometric keypad, SIP VoIP, and local display. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: ASC8848AETE captures 1080p video, runs SIP stack on ARM926, encodes audio via I2S + G.711, and drives LCD via RGB24 interface - all in one die. Use Value: Integrated Ethernet MAC + USB 2.0 OTG enables dual-network redundancy (LAN + cellular dongle); 24-bit RGB output eliminates external video DAC. |
Equivalent & Alternatives
The following parts are listed as comparable options for similar IP camera SoC applications.
| Alternative Part | Technical Difference | Application Difference | Selection Advice |
|---|---|---|---|
| ASC8850AETE | Same package and pinout; higher max sensor resolution (12 MP) and identical 600 MHz CPU, but supports BT.1120 input and dual-channel DDR-III @ 400 MHz (vs. ASC8848AETE's DDR-II/III @ 400 MHz). | Preferred for new designs requiring BT.1120 interface to HD-SDI receivers or higher DDR bandwidth for 12 MP burst capture. | Select ASC8850AETE when upgrading from ASC8848AETE for enhanced video input flexibility and memory bandwidth headroom. |
| ASC8849AETE | Identical TFBGA-484 package and pinout; lower CPU frequency (500 MHz), max 5 MPixel sensor support, and single-channel DDR-II/III @ 266 MHz. | Suitable for cost-sensitive 720p/1080p30 systems where 12 MPixel processing or dual DDR channels are unnecessary. | Choose ASC8849AETE for legacy-compatible designs targeting 5 MPixel sensors and reduced BOM cost without sacrificing pin compatibility. |
Compared with ASC8848AETE, ASC8850AETE offers expanded BT.1120 and DDR-III capability for next-gen HD-SDI camera architectures, while ASC8849AETE provides a lower-cost, lower-power path for 5 MPixel systems - both retain identical software APIs and SDK support.
Availability
ASC8848AETE is available at Aetrix Electronics and suitable for surveillance IP cameras, car video recorders, and digital video recorders requiring stable component supply, long-term lifecycle assurance, and seamless migration from earlier NXP ASC884x platforms.
Supply support for ASC8848AETE includes scheduled delivery planning, volume procurement assistance, BOM continuity management, traceable sourcing, and lifecycle availability coordination for OEM customers, industrial embedded developers, connected-device designers, and electronics production programs.
Manufacturer
NXP Semiconductors is a global semiconductor company headquartered in Eindhoven, Netherlands, specializing in secure connectivity solutions for automotive, industrial, and IoT applications.
The ASC884xA/ASC885xA family was designed specifically for high-definition IP camera systems - integrating ISP, H.264/MJPEG encoding, ARM processing, and network security into a single SoC to replace multi-chip camera designs.
FAQ
What is the maximum video resolution and frame rate supported by the ASC8848AETE?
The ASC8848AETE supports up to 12 MPixel sensor input and delivers H.264 encoding at 1080p @ 45 fps or MJPEG at 1080p @ 45 fps. It also handles parallel streams - for example, H.264 (1080p @ 30 fps) + MJPEG (1080p @ 30 fps) - with hardware acceleration ensuring zero frame drops under full load. The 24-bit RGB video output sustains 1080p @ 60 fps for local display.
Does the ASC8848AETE support BT.1120 video input?
No, the ASC8848AETE does not support BT.1120 video input. According to the official NXP selection guide and block diagram, BT.1120 is enabled only on ASC8850AETE and higher variants (ASC8851A/ASC8852A). ASC8848AETE supports BT.656 (8-channel) and raw Bayer/CMYG sensor interfaces, but lacks the BT.1120 receiver logic present in later family members.
Is the ASC8848AETE pin-to-pin compatible with other ASC884x or ASC885x devices?
Yes, the ASC8848AETE is fully pin-to-pin compatible with all ASC884xA and ASC885xA family members in the TFBGA-484 package, including ASC8849AETE, ASC8850AETE, ASC8851AETE, and ASC8852AETE. This allows hardware reuse across performance tiers - only firmware, DDR timing, and clock configuration require adjustment when migrating between variants.
What audio interfaces and codecs does the ASC8848AETE support?
The ASC8848AETE integrates one full-duplex I2S interface (I2S0) and supports G.711, AAC, AMR, and G.726 audio codecs in hardware. It enables synchronized audio capture and playback alongside video streams - for example, embedding G.711-encoded microphone audio into RTSP streams or playing back alerts via I2S-connected DACs without CPU intervention.
What security features are implemented in hardware on the ASC8848AETE?
The ASC8848AETE includes dedicated cryptographic accelerators supporting AES (128/192/256-bit), TDES, DES, SHA-1, SHA-224, SHA-256, SHA-384, and SHA-512. These are used for secure boot, firmware signature verification, TLS handshake offload, and encrypted RTSP streaming - reducing ARM926EJ-S CPU utilization by >70% during crypto-intensive operations compared to software-only implementations.
ASC8848AETE Specifications
- Product attributes
- Attribute value
- Manufacturer:
- NXP Semiconductors
- Series:
- -
- Package/Case:
- 484-TFBGA
- Packaging:
- Tray
- Product Status:
- Obsolete
- Programmable:
- Not Verified
- Applications:
- Embedded Multimedia Communication, Security and Entertainment
- Core Processor:
- ARM9®
- Program Memory Type:
- -
- Controller Series:
- -
- RAM Size:
- -
- Interface:
- EBI/EMI, Ethernet, I2S, IrDA, SD/MMC, SPI, UART/USART, USB OTG
- Number of I/O:
- -
- Voltage - Supply:
- -
- Operating Temperature:
- -
- Grade:
- -
- Qualification:
- -
- Mounting Type:
- Surface Mount
- Supplier Device Package:
- 484-TFBGA (15x15)
ASC8848AETE FAQ
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All ASC8848AETE products on Aetrix are procured from qualified distributors and authorized channels. Our dedicated quality assurance team conducts strict verification, including traceability checks and, if necessary, third-party testing. This ensures that ASC8848AETE meets industry standards.
7.What is the process for return or replacement of ASC8848AETE?
All ASC8848AETE units undergo pre-shipment inspection (PSI). If there is an issue with ASC8848AETE, returns or replacements are accepted under the following conditions:
1.Quantity discrepancies, incorrect items, or visible external defects (such as breakage or corrosion), acknowledged by Aetrix.
2.The issue is reported within 90 days of delivery.
3.The ASC8848AETE part is unused and in its original packaging.
Return procedure for ASC8848AETE:
1.Submit a request within 90 days.
2.Obtain a Return Material Authorization (RMA) from Aetrix.
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