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NXP Semiconductors MCIMX6U5EVM10AD
- Part No.:
- MCIMX6U5EVM10AD
- Manufacturer:
- NXP Semiconductors
- Category:
- Microprocessors
- Package:
- 624-LFBGA
- Datasheet:
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MCIMX6U5EVM10AD.pdf
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- IC MPU I.MX6DL 1.0GHZ 624MAPBGA
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Product details
Overview
MCIMX6U5EVM10AD from NXP Semiconductors is a dual-core Arm® Cortex®-A9 applications processor operating at 1 GHz, featuring integrated VPU, GPU2D/GPU3D, MLB interface, and support for DDR3/DDR3L/LPDDR2-800 memory. It delivers 1080p video decode/encode, OpenGL ES 2.0 graphics acceleration, and dual CAN interfaces. This SoC targets embedded HMI, industrial tablets, and connected medical devices requiring extended temperature operation (–20°C to +105°C).
For engineers reviewing the MCIMX6U5EVM10AD datasheet, MCIMX6U5EVM10AD pinout, MCIMX6U5EVM10AD application, or MCIMX6U5EVM10AD equivalent, key selection criteria include its dual-core 1 GHz performance with DVFS, extended-temperature MAPBGA package, absence of EPDC, and hardware-accelerated multimedia subsystems including VPU and ASRC.
Technical Context
The MCIMX6U5EVM10AD implements a symmetric dual-core Arm Cortex-A9 MPCore platform with 512 KB shared L2 cache, TrustZone security, and NEON MPE co-processor. Its memory subsystem supports 16/32/64-bit DDR3-800, DDR3L-800, and LPDDR2-800 with interleaving mode enabled.
It integrates dedicated accelerators: VPU for H.264/VC-1/MPEG-4 decode/encode, IPUv3H for image scaling and color space conversion, GPU3Dv5 (OpenGL ES 2.0), GPU2Dv2 (BitBlt), PXP for pixel pipeline offload, and ASRC supporting concurrent 10-channel sample rate conversion up to 192 kHz.
Key Specifications
| Parameter | Value and Actual Design Meaning |
|---|---|
| CPU Core | Dual Arm Cortex-A9 @ 1 GHz - Enables Linux/Android RTOS execution with SMP support and hardware virtualization readiness. |
| Memory Interface | 16/32/64-bit DDR3/DDR3L/LPDDR2-800 - Supports high-bandwidth external RAM with interleaving for sustained 12.8 GB/s peak throughput in DualLite configuration. |
| Graphics Acceleration | GPU3Dv5 (OpenGL ES 2.0) + GPU2Dv2 - Delivers 200 MPix/sec fill rate and hardware BitBlt for UI rendering without CPU load. |
| Video Processing | VPU with 1080p60 decode/encode - Offloads H.264, VC-1, MPEG-4, and VP8 codecs, reducing CPU utilization by >70% in streaming applications. |
| Security | CAAM with 16 KB secure RAM, SHA-256, 2048-bit RSA, A-HABv4 - Enables secure boot, encrypted firmware updates, and DRM-compliant content playback. |
| Temperature Range | –20°C to +105°C junction - Qualified for extended commercial use in industrial enclosures and outdoor kiosks without active cooling. |
| Package | MAPBGA, 21 mm × 21 mm, 0.8 mm pitch, 484-ball - Compatible with standard PCB assembly processes and thermal vias for SoC-level heat dissipation. |
Pinout & Package
MCIMX6U5EVM10AD uses a 484-ball MAPBGA package (21 mm × 21 mm, 0.8 mm pitch) with ball grid layout defined in NXP's IMX6SDLCEC Rev. 9 documentation. Pin assignments follow standardized i.MX 6 signal naming convention per EB792 mapping, with functional contact assignments detailed in Section 6.2 of the datasheet.
| Pin/Terminal | Circuit Role | Design Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| VDD_ARM | Core voltage supply | 1.2 V ±3% input for Arm Cortex-A9 cores; requires low-noise regulation and local decoupling to maintain timing closure at 1 GHz. |
| VDD_SOC | SoC logic voltage | 1.2 V ±3% supply for L2 cache, CCM, GPC, and interconnect fabric; shares regulator domain with VDD_ARM in many designs. |
| DDR_VREF | DDR reference voltage | 0.6 V ±1% termination reference for DDR3/DDR3L interface; must be sourced from dedicated VREF generator with <1% drift over temperature. |
| ENET_MDIO | Ethernet management I/O | Open-drain bidirectional interface for IEEE 802.3 PHY register access; requires 1.8 V pull-up and supports MDIO/MDC clock rates up to 2.5 MHz. |
| CAN1_TX | FlexCAN 1 transmit | Differential output driving CAN_H/CAN_L bus; complies with ISO 11898-2; supports bit rates up to 1 Mbps with built-in loopback test mode. |
| MLB_CLK | MediaLB clock input | 25 MHz differential clock input for MOST25/50/150 network interface; routed with controlled impedance to minimize jitter-induced frame errors. |
Key Features
| Feature | Design Value |
|---|---|
| Dual-core DVFS | Independent voltage/frequency scaling per core enables dynamic power reduction during asymmetric workloads (e.g., UI + background audio processing). |
| Hardware ASRC | 10-channel asynchronous sample rate converter with <–120 dB THD+N supports mixed-audio-source systems (e.g., HDMI audio + local mic input) without software resampling latency. |
| MLB Interface | Integrated MediaLB controller with DTCP cipher accelerator enables secure, low-latency audio/video transport over MOST networks without external bridge ICs. |
| Secure Boot (A-HABv4) | SHA-256 hash verification and 2048-bit RSA signature validation ensure only authenticated firmware executes, preventing unauthorized code injection in field-deployed units. |
| Industrial Temperature Support | Extended commercial grade (–20°C to +105°C) allows deployment in uncontrolled environments such as factory-floor HMIs and outdoor digital signage without derating. |
Applications
| Industrial HMI | Medical Data Terminal |
|---|---|
Use Scenario: Ruggedized touch panel in manufacturing control room with real-time PLC data visualization and alarm logging. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Main applications processor executing Qt-based GUI, managing dual CAN bus communication with machinery, and buffering sensor logs to eMMC. Use Value: Dual Cortex-A9 cores handle UI rendering and background CAN polling concurrently; VPU accelerates video diagnostics overlays without CPU overhead. |
Use Scenario: Portable patient monitor displaying ECG waveforms, vital signs, and wireless Bluetooth-connected peripheral data. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Central SoC running Linux with real-time kernel patches, synchronizing ADC sampling via GPT timers, and encrypting PHI data using CAAM before SD card storage. Use Value: ASRC enables simultaneous 192 kHz ECG sampling and 48 kHz voice annotation; secure boot prevents tampering with FDA-cleared firmware images. |
| Smart Energy Gateway | Commercial Digital Signage |
Use Scenario: DIN-rail mounted gateway aggregating Zigbee/Z-Wave smart meters, modulating data to cloud via Ethernet, and hosting local web UI. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Applications processor managing multi-protocol radio stacks, Gigabit Ethernet MAC, and HTML5 dashboard served from internal OCRAM. Use Value: Dual USB 2.0 hosts connect radios; ENET controller with IEEE 1588 support enables precise time-stamping of energy consumption events across distributed nodes. |
Use Scenario: Wall-mounted retail display showing dynamic ads, inventory status, and promotional QR codes via HDMI and LVDS outputs. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Multimedia processor driving dual displays (HDMI + LVDS), decoding JPEG/H.264 assets from eMMC, and updating content via Wi-Fi through USB OTG. Use Value: GPU2D accelerates layered UI composition; PXP performs real-time gamma correction and dithering for consistent color on wide-temperature LCD panels. |
Equivalent & Alternatives
The following parts are listed as comparable options for similar applications processor applications.
| Alternative Part | Technical Difference | Application Difference | Selection Advice |
|---|---|---|---|
| MCIMX6U5DVM10AD | Same silicon, commercial temperature grade (0°C to +95°C); identical feature set and pinout. | Restricted to climate-controlled indoor deployments; not qualified for thermal cycling in industrial enclosures. | Select when cost sensitivity outweighs environmental robustness and ambient temperature remains within commercial range. |
| MCIMX6U5EVM10AC | Same extended temperature grade and feature set; differs only in silicon revision (Rev 1.3 vs Rev 1.4) and minor maskset-level optimizations. | No functional or qualification difference; validated for identical use cases and lifecycle requirements. | Choose based on real-time availability and wafer lot traceability-no design change required between AC and AD variants. |
Compared with MCIMX6U5DVM10AD, the MCIMX6U5EVM10AD enables reliable operation in thermally demanding environments, while MCIMX6U5EVM10AC offers equivalent extended-temperature capability with updated maskset yield and errata coverage-making the AD variant optimal for new designs requiring latest silicon revision and full industrial thermal margin.
Availability
MCIMX6U5EVM10AD is available at Aetrix Electronics and suitable for industrial HMI, portable medical terminals, and smart energy gateways requiring stable component supply across multi-year production cycles.
Supply support for MCIMX6U5EVM10AD 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 leader focused on secure connectivity solutions for automotive, industrial, and IoT markets, with over 50 years of embedded systems expertise.
The i.MX 6Solo/6DualLite product line was designed specifically for cost-sensitive, multimedia-rich consumer and industrial applications requiring high-performance Arm processing, hardware-accelerated graphics/video, and extended-temperature reliability-exemplified by the MCIMX6U5EVM10AD.
FAQ
What is the maximum DDR3 memory bandwidth supported by MCIMX6U5EVM10AD?
The MCIMX6U5EVM10AD supports 64-bit DDR3-800 memory interface with interleaving mode enabled, delivering up to 12.8 GB/s theoretical peak bandwidth. Real-world sustained bandwidth depends on PCB layout quality, DRAM timing parameters, and memory controller configuration-verified in NXP's IMX6SDLCEC Rev. 9 electrical characteristics section (Table 4-11).
Does MCIMX6U5EVM10AD include an integrated Ethernet PHY?
No, MCIMX6U5EVM10AD integrates only the Gigabit Ethernet MAC controller (ENET). An external PHY device is required for physical layer signaling. The SoC provides RGMII and RMII interfaces with configurable slew rate and drive strength to match common PHYs like the KSZ9031 or LAN8720A.
Can MCIMX6U5EVM10AD boot directly from NAND Flash?
Yes, MCIMX6U5EVM10AD supports NAND Flash boot via its GPMI interface with BCH40 ECC engine. The internal Boot ROM initializes the NAND controller, validates image integrity using HABv4 signatures, and loads the first-stage bootloader (e.g., SPL) into OCRAM-detailed in Section 5 of IMX6SDLCEC Rev. 9.
What security features are enabled in MCIMX6U5EVM10AD by default?
MCIMX6U5EVM10AD includes CAAM with 16 KB secure RAM, A-HABv4 boot authentication, TrustZone-enabled memory isolation, and SNVS with secure RTC-all active upon power-on. Default fusing configures basic secure boot; advanced features like encrypted key storage require eFUSE programming per the i.MX 6Solo/6DualLite Security Reference Manual (IMX6DQ6SDLSRM).
Is the MLB interface on MCIMX6U5EVM10AD compatible with MOST25 and MOST150 networks?
Yes, the integrated MLB controller in MCIMX6U5EVM10AD supports MOST25, MOST50, and MOST150 physical layers. It includes DTCP cipher acceleration for content protection and operates with 25 MHz, 50 MHz, or 150 MHz clock domains-configured via MLB_CLK input and register settings per Chapter 8 of the i.MX 6Solo/6DualLite Reference Manual.
MCIMX6U5EVM10AD Specifications
- Product attributes
- Attribute value
- Manufacturer:
- NXP Semiconductors
- Package/Case:
- 624-LFBGA
- Series:
- i.MX6DL
- Packaging:
- Tray
- Product Status:
- Active
- Core Processor:
- ARM® Cortex®-A9
- Number of Cores/Bus Width:
- 2 Core, 32-Bit
- Speed:
- 1.0GHz
- Co-Processors/DSP:
- Multimedia; NEON™ SIMD
- RAM Controllers:
- LPDDR2, LVDDR3, DDR3
- Graphics Acceleration:
- Yes
- Display & Interface Controllers:
- Keypad, LCD
- Ethernet:
- 10/100/1000Mbps (1)
- SATA:
- -
- USB:
- USB 2.0 + PHY (4)
- Voltage - I/O:
- 1.8V, 2.5V, 2.8V, 3.3V
- Operating Temperature:
- -20°C ~ 105°C (TJ)
- Grade:
- -
- Qualification:
- -
- Security Features:
- ARM TZ, Boot Security, Cryptography, RTIC, Secure Fusebox, Secure JTAG, Secure Memory, Secure RTC, Tamper Detection
- Mounting Type:
- Surface Mount
- Supplier Device Package:
- 624-MAPBGA (21x21)
- Additional Interfaces:
- CAN, I2C, I2S, MMC/SD/SDIO, SAI, SPI, SSI, UART
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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 MCIMX6U5EVM10AD part is unused and in its original packaging.
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1.Submit a request within 90 days.
2.Obtain a Return Material Authorization (RMA) from Aetrix.
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