NXP Semiconductors FXLC95000MAG

Overview

FXLC95000MAG from NXP Semiconductors (formerly Freescale) is a production-ready evaluation module component that provides physical mounting and electrical interface for the FXLC95000 Intelligent Motion-Sensing Platform. It includes the FXLC95000CL motion-sensing SoC with integrated 3-axis accelerometer, sensor fusion firmware, and preconfigured I²C/SPI interfaces. Used with KITFXLC95000EVM or KITFXLC95000-10AXIS hardware to run ISF v1.1 applications including eCompass, virtual gyroscope, and DSA sensor adapter templates.

For engineers reviewing the FXLC95000MAG datasheet, FXLC95000MAG pinout, FXLC95000MAG application, or FXLC95000MAG equivalent, this page delivers verified hardware context, supported development workflows, firmware compatibility with ISF 1.1 core library, and integration guidance for CodeWarrior 10.4+ toolchain and Intelligent Sensor Mailbox Tool communication.

Technical Context

The FXLC95000MAG is not a standalone IC but a board-level component used within Freescale's FXLC95000 development ecosystem. It hosts the FXLC95000CL SoC - a ColdFire-based motion-sensing platform integrating a 3-axis accelerometer, digital signal processor, and embedded Xtrinsic Intelligent Sensing Framework (ISF) runtime. The module supports real-time sensor data streaming via I²C or SPI to host MCUs.

It enables rapid prototyping of motion-aware applications including eCompass (with MAG3110), virtual gyroscope (using accelerometer + magnetometer), and DSA-compliant sensor adapters. Firmware execution relies on MQX 3.7 RTOS and ISF 1.1 libraries preinstalled via automated installer, with debugging supported through P&E Multilink ColdFire interface.

Key Specifications

Availability

FXLC95000MAG is available at Aetrix Electronics and suitable for industrial motion-sensing prototyping, embedded sensor fusion validation, and automotive-grade inertial application development requiring stable component supply and long-term toolchain continuity.

Supply support for FXLC95000MAG 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 acquired Freescale in 2015 and maintains legacy product support, documentation, and design resources for the FXLC95000 family under its Sensors & Processors portfolio.

The FXLC95000MAG belongs to the Xtrinsic Intelligent Motion-Sensing Platform product line, designed to accelerate development of sensor-fused applications such as electronic compasses, activity monitoring, and context-aware user interfaces using tightly integrated hardware and firmware.

FAQ

What is the FXLC95000MAG and how does it differ from KITFXLC95000EVM?

The FXLC95000MAG is a component-level part used within Freescale's FXLC95000 development ecosystem - specifically, it refers to the motion-sensing module containing the FXLC95000CL SoC. Unlike the full KITFXLC95000EVM (which includes carrier board, connectors, and debug interface), FXLC95000MAG is intended for integration into custom carrier boards or replacement in existing KITFXLC95000EVM units. It requires the EVM base board or compatible hardware to function.

Does the FXLC95000MAG include firmware, and can it be reprogrammed?

Yes, the FXLC95000MAG ships with factory-programmed firmware supporting ISF v1.1 runtime and prebuilt applications. It can be reprogrammed using CodeWarrior 10.4+ and P&E Multilink ColdFire debugger. Firmware updates require S19 image files generated from ISF example projects such as ISF1P195K ECOMPASS PROJ or ISF1P195K VIRTUAL GYRO PROJ.

Which sensors are integrated on the FXLC95000MAG?

The FXLC95000MAG hosts the FXLC95000CL SoC, which integrates a 3-axis MEMS accelerometer. Additional sensing capability (e.g., magnetometer for eCompass) comes from companion devices like the MAG3110, connected externally via I²C. No gyroscope is built into FXLC95000CL; virtual gyroscope functionality is derived algorithmically from accelerometer and magnetometer data.

Is the FXLC95000MAG compatible with modern development tools beyond CodeWarrior?

No official support exists for IDEs other than CodeWarrior v10.4 or newer. The FXLC95000MAG relies on proprietary ISF 1.1 libraries, MQX 3.7 RTOS integration, and ColdFire-specific toolchain components. While low-level register access is possible via JTAG, full application development, debugging, and mailbox communication depend on CodeWarrior and the Intelligent Sensor Mailbox Tool provided by NXP.

Can the FXLC95000MAG be used without the Intelligent Sensor Mailbox Tool?

Yes - the FXLC95000MAG can execute standalone firmware (e.g., ISF1P195K GETACCELDATA PROJ) without the Mailbox Tool, but host interaction (real-time sensor readout, configuration, or command injection) requires the tool. For production deployment, users typically replace mailbox-based control with custom host-side drivers over I²C/SPI, leveraging the documented ISF API and mailbox protocol specification.