NXP Semiconductors MCIMX6L3DVN10AC

Overview

MCIMX6L3DVN10AC from NXP Semiconductors is a single-core ARM Cortex-A9 applications processor operating at 1 GHz, featuring GPU2Dv2 and GPUVGv2 graphics accelerators, 256 KB L2 cache, DDR3-800 memory interface, and integrated power management. It targets entry-level tablets and barcode scanners requiring low-power multimedia processing with 2D graphics acceleration and USB 2.0 OTG support.

For engineers reviewing the MCIMX6L3DVN10AC datasheet, MCIMX6L3DVN10AC pinout, MCIMX6L3DVN10AC application, or MCIMX6L3DVN10AC equivalent, key selection criteria include GPU presence (no EPDC), commercial temperature grade (0°C to +95°C), 13×13 mm 0.5 mm pitch MAPBGA package, and i.MX 6SoloLite family compatibility for embedded Linux-based portable devices.

Technical Context

The MCIMX6L3DVN10AC implements a single ARM Cortex-A9 MPCore CPU with TrustZone security, 32 KB L1 instruction and data caches per core, and a unified 256 KB L2 cache. Its memory subsystem supports 16/32-bit DDR3-800 and LPDDR2-800 interfaces with up to 2 GB addressable space.

It integrates dual high-speed USB 2.0 OTG controllers with on-die PHYs, five UARTs (one supporting 8-wire RS485), three I²C interfaces (400 kbps), four eCSPI ports, and a 10/100 Mbps Ethernet controller. Graphics acceleration includes GPU2Dv2 (BitBLT) and GPUVGv2 (OpenVG 1.1), but excludes EPDC-confirmed by ordering code "3" (GPU, no EPDC) in Table 1.

Key Specifications

Pinout & Package

MCIMX6L3DVN10AC uses a 361-ball MAPBGA package (13×13 mm, 0.5 mm pitch), RoHS-compliant and moisture sensitivity level 3 (MSL3). Ball map and signal assignments are defined in Section 6.2 of IMX6SLCEC Rev. 6.

Key Features

Applications

Equivalent & Alternatives

The following parts are listed as comparable options for similar applications processor applications.

Compared with MCIMX6L3DVN10AC, MCIMX6L2DVN10AC removes GPU functionality while retaining identical CPU performance and package, whereas MCIMX6Y2DVM09AC trades graphics capability and thermal headroom for lower cost and smaller footprint-making MCIMX6L3DVN10AC optimal for GPU-dependent portable UIs.

Availability

MCIMX6L3DVN10AC is available at Aetrix Electronics and suitable for barcode scanners, entry-level tablets, and industrial HMI terminals requiring stable component supply across extended product lifecycles.

Supply support for MCIMX6L3DVN10AC 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 consumer markets.

The i.MX 6SoloLite product line delivers cost-optimized, low-power ARM-based applications processors targeting battery-operated portable devices with graphical user interfaces and peripheral-rich I/O requirements.

FAQ

What is the maximum DDR3 memory speed supported by MCIMX6L3DVN10AC?

The MCIMX6L3DVN10AC supports DDR3-800 operation, meaning it interfaces with DDR3 SDRAM modules rated for 800 MT/s data rates (400 MHz clock). This requires strict PCB layout adherence to JEDEC AC timing parameters and proper termination per Section 4.10 of the IMX6SLCEC datasheet. The MMDC controller handles 16- or 32-bit bus widths and supports up to 2 GB total addressable space.

Does MCIMX6L3DVN10AC include an Electrophoretic Display Controller (EPDC)?

No, MCIMX6L3DVN10AC does not include EPDC functionality. Per Table 1 in the IMX6SLCEC datasheet, the "3" in the part number suffix denotes "GPU, no EPDC". Only variants with suffix "7" (e.g., MCIMX6L7DVN10AC) or "8" (e.g., MCIMX6L8DVN10AC) enable the EPDC module for E Ink display driving.

What USB configurations are available on MCIMX6L3DVN10AC?

The MCIMX6L3DVN10AC integrates two high-speed USB 2.0 On-The-Go (OTG) controllers with on-die PHYs and one additional high-speed USB 2.0 host controller with integrated HS-IC USB PHY. All three support 480 Mbps operation and require a 24 MHz crystal reference. USB_OTG1 supports device/host role switching; USB_OTG2 is host-only in default configuration.

Is MCIMX6L3DVN10AC compatible with the i.MX 6SoloLite reference design schematics?

Yes, MCIMX6L3DVN10AC shares identical pinout, power sequencing, and signal definitions with other i.MX 6SoloLite variants in the 13×13 mm MAPBGA package (e.g., MCIMX6L8DVN10AC), as confirmed in Section 6.2 of IMX6SLCEC Rev. 6. Reference designs such as the i.MX6SoloLite EVK can be used directly, though GPU-specific register initialization must be retained and EPDC-related signals left unconnected.

What security features are enabled in MCIMX6L3DVN10AC?

MCIMX6L3DVN10AC includes ARM TrustZone, Advanced High Assurance Boot (A-HAB v4) with SHA-256 and 2048-bit RSA, Secure Non-Volatile Storage (SNVS), Central Security Unit (CSU), and System JTAG Controller (SJC) with eFUSE-configurable access modes. These features collectively support secure boot, encrypted firmware updates, tamper detection, and debug port protection-all active regardless of GPU/EPDC configuration.