NXP Semiconductors MCIMX6L8DVN10AA-NXP

Overview

MCIMX6L8DVN10AA from NXP (formerly Freescale) is a single-core ARM Cortex-A9 applications processor with GPU and E-INK EPD controller, operating at 1 GHz, supporting DDR3-800 memory, and packaged in a 13×13 mm, 0.5 mm pitch MAPBGA. It targets low-power consumer devices requiring integrated graphics acceleration and electronic paper display support.

For engineers reviewing the MCIMX6L8DVN10AA datasheet, MCIMX6L8DVN10AA pinout, MCIMX6L8DVN10AA application, or MCIMX6L8DVN10AA equivalent, key selection criteria include confirmed 1 GHz CPU frequency, presence of GPU2Dv2 and EPDC hardware accelerators, 128 KB on-chip RAM, -40°C to +105°C extended temperature grade, and 13×13 mm BGA package compatibility.

Technical Context

The MCIMX6L8DVN10AA implements a single ARM Cortex-A9 core with TrustZone security, 32 KB L1 instruction and data caches, and a shared 256 KB L2 cache. Its SoC-level memory system includes boot ROM (96 KB), OCRAM (128 KB), and external interfaces for DDR3/LPDDR2, NOR Flash, and managed NAND.

It integrates dedicated hardware accelerators: GPU2Dv2 for BitBlt operations, GPUVGv2 for OpenVG 1.1 vector graphics, and PXP for pixel processing-including grayscale conversion and alpha blending optimized for E-INK displays. Power management includes DVFS, software state retention, and integrated LDO regulators.

Key Specifications

Pinout & Package

MCIMX6L8DVN10AA is housed in a 13×13 mm, 0.5 mm pitch MAPBGA package with 289 balls (17×17 array). Pin assignments follow the i.MX 6SoloLite signal naming convention defined in IMX6SLSRM and documented in the Functional Contact Assignments table (Section 6.2 of IMX6SLCEC Rev. 3).

Key Features

Applications

Equivalent & Alternatives

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

Compared with MCIMX6L8DVN10AA, MCIMX6Y2DVM08AB offers lower power and cost but sacrifices EPDC and GPU2Dv2-making it unsuitable for E-INK or graphics-intensive UIs. The i.MX8M Mini delivers higher compute throughput and modern interfaces but increases BOM complexity and power consumption, with no hardware EPD support requiring external components.

Availability

MCIMX6L8DVN10AA is available at Aetrix Electronics and suitable for industrial barcode scanners, medical patient monitoring terminals, and color eReader devices requiring stable component supply across extended temperature ranges and long product lifecycles.

Supply support for MCIMX6L8DVN10AA 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 formed from the spin-off of Philips' semiconductor division, now headquartered in Eindhoven, Netherlands, with design centers worldwide.

The i.MX 6SoloLite product line was engineered specifically for cost-sensitive, battery-powered consumer electronics requiring integrated display control, multimedia acceleration, and robust security-targeting eReaders, entry tablets, and portable industrial HMIs.

FAQ

What is the maximum operating junction temperature for MCIMX6L8DVN10AA?

The MCIMX6L8DVN10AA is rated for an extended commercial temperature range of –40°C to +105°C junction temperature, as specified in Table 1 of the IMX6SLCEC datasheet. This rating applies to all functional blocks including the ARM Cortex-A9 core, EPDC, and GPU2Dv2 accelerators. Thermal design must ensure die temperature remains within this limit under worst-case ambient and power dissipation conditions.

Does MCIMX6L8DVN10AA support DDR3L memory?

Yes, MCIMX6L8DVN10AA supports DDR3L-800 (1.35 V) in addition to standard DDR3-800 (1.5 V) and LPDDR2-800, as confirmed in Section 4.10 "External Peripheral Interface Parameters" of IMX6SLCEC Rev. 3. The MMDC controller automatically adapts timing parameters based on configured VDD_DDR voltage, enabling interoperability with both DDR3 and DDR3L modules.

How is the EPD controller in MCIMX6L8DVN10AA configured for color E-INK panels?

The EPDC in MCIMX6L8DVN10AA is configured via register writes to the EPDC_CTRL, EPDC_WAVEFORM, and EPDC_RES registers to set waveform mode (e.g., G2, G3), resolution (up to 4096×4096), and grayscale depth (5-bit). Color support requires external timing signals synchronized to the EPDC's internal frame generator and proper PXP-assisted color-space conversion prior to panel update.

Can MCIMX6L8DVN10AA boot directly from eMMC v4.5?

Yes, MCIMX6L8DVN10AA supports booting from eMMC v4.41 (and backward-compatible with v4.5) using the BOOT_MODE pins configured for SD/eMMC mode. The internal boot ROM implements the eMMC boot partition access protocol, including HS200 timing mode support, as documented in Section 5.2 of IMX6SLCEC Rev. 3.

What debug interfaces are available on MCIMX6L8DVN10AA?

MCIMX6L8DVN10AA provides JTAG via the System JTAG Controller (SJC), SWD via the Debug Access Port (DAP), and ARM CoreSight trace infrastructure including CTI and CTM modules. All are accessible through dedicated BGA balls and support boundary scan (IEEE 1149.1), secure debug authentication, and real-time memory inspection without halting the CPU.