NXP Semiconductors MCIMX6L7DVN10AC

Overview

MCIMX6L7DVN10AC from NXP Semiconductors is a single-core ARM Cortex-A9 applications processor operating at 1 GHz, featuring an integrated Electrophoretic Display Controller (EPDC) for E Ink panels and supporting DDR3-800/LPDDR2-800 memory interfaces. It delivers 256 KB L2 cache, NEON MPE co-processor, and hardware-accelerated 2D graphics (GPU2Dv2), targeting low-power portable devices such as monochrome eReaders and barcode scanners.

For engineers reviewing the MCIMX6L7DVN10AC datasheet, MCIMX6L7DVN10AC pinout, MCIMX6L7DVN10AC application, or MCIMX6L7DVN10AC equivalent, key selection considerations include EPDC support without GPU, 13×13 mm 0.5 mm pitch BGA packaging, 0°C to +95°C temperature grade, and compatibility with i.MX 6SoloLite boot ROM and security features including HABv4 and SNVS.

Technical Context

The MCIMX6L7DVN10AC implements a single ARM Cortex-A9 core with TrustZone, 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, plus NOR Flash, PSRAM, and eMMC up to HS200 mode (200 MB/s).

It integrates dedicated display acceleration via EPDC supporting up to 2048×1536 E Ink resolution at 106 Hz refresh and 5-bit grayscale, alongside PXP pixel processing pipeline for color-space conversion and alpha blending - all optimized for ultra-low dynamic power in always-on display applications.

Key Specifications

Pinout & Package

MCIMX6L7DVN10AC is housed in a RoHS-compliant, lead-free 13×13 mm MAPBGA package with 0.5 mm pitch and 361 balls (case code 2240, moisture sensitivity level 3). Pin assignments follow the standardized i.MX 6SoloLite signal naming convention defined in IMX6SLSRM and EB792.

Key Features

Applications

Equivalent & Alternatives

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

Compared with MCIMX6L7DVN10AC, MCIMX6L7DVN10AB offers identical EPDC capability with no trade-offs, while MCIMX6L2DVN10AC removes EPDC entirely - making it unsuitable for any E Ink application but reducing cost where display acceleration is not needed.

Availability

MCIMX6L7DVN10AC is available at Aetrix Electronics and suitable for eReader systems, industrial barcode scanners, and medical patient tag displays requiring stable component supply, long-term lifecycle support, and guaranteed RoHS-compliant manufacturing.

Supply support for MCIMX6L7DVN10AC 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 targets cost-sensitive, power-constrained portable applications - delivering high-performance ARM computing with integrated display, security, and power management tailored for ePaper, handheld, and IoT edge devices.

FAQ

Does MCIMX6L7DVN10AC support GPU acceleration?

No, MCIMX6L7DVN10AC does not include GPU hardware. Per Table 1 in the IMX6SLCEC datasheet, the "7" in the part number denotes "EPDC, no GPU". Unlike MCIMX6L8DVN10AC (which includes GPU2Dv2 and GPUVG), MCIMX6L7DVN10AC relies solely on PXP and EPDC for display-related acceleration. This makes MCIMX6L7DVN10AC ideal for E Ink-centric designs where GPU overhead is unnecessary.

What is the maximum E Ink panel resolution supported by MCIMX6L7DVN10AC?

MCIMX6L7DVN10AC supports E Ink panels up to 2048 × 1536 pixels at 106 Hz refresh rate (monochrome), or 4096 × 4096 at 20 Hz, with 5-bit grayscale (32 levels per channel). These capabilities are enabled by its integrated EPDC and verified in Section 1.2 ("Features") and Figure 1's part nomenclature documentation. The EPDC operates independently of CPU load, ensuring consistent timing for large-format displays.

Is MCIMX6L7DVN10AC pin-compatible with other i.MX 6SoloLite variants?

Yes, MCIMX6L7DVN10AC shares the same 13×13 mm 0.5 mm pitch MAPBGA package and ball map with all MCIMX6LxDVN10xx and MCIMX6LxEVN10xx variants, including MCIMX6L8DVN10AC and MCIMX6L2DVN10AC. Pin compatibility is confirmed in Section 6.2 ("13 x 13mm Package Information") and Table 2's functional contact assignments. However, unused or functionally disabled pins (e.g., GPU-related signals in MCIMX6L7DVN10AC) remain electrically present but unconnected internally.

What boot devices are supported by MCIMX6L7DVN10AC?

MCIMX6L7DVN10AC supports boot from eMMC (HS200 mode), NAND Flash, SPI NOR Flash, SD/MMC cards, and one-wire ROM - configured via BOOT_MODE[1:0] strapping pins. Section 5.2 ("Boot Devices Interfaces Allocation") confirms these options, and the integrated boot ROM (96 KB) includes HABv4 for authenticated loading. USB and UART boot are not supported in this variant per the i.MX 6SoloLite boot architecture.

Does MCIMX6L7DVN10AC include hardware cryptographic acceleration?

Yes, MCIMX6L7DVN10AC includes the DCP (Data Co-Processor) module supporting AES-128/256, DES/3DES, SHA-1/256, and RNG operations - documented in Table 2 ("Modules List") and Section 1.2 ("Features"). This hardware accelerator works in conjunction with SNVS and HABv4 to enable secure boot, encrypted firmware updates, and DRM-compliant content pipelines without taxing the Cortex-A9 core.