NXP Semiconductors MCIMX6Y7DVM09AA
- Part No.:
- MCIMX6Y7DVM09AA
- Manufacturer:
- NXP Semiconductors
- Category:
- Microprocessors
- Package:
- 289-LFBGA
- Datasheet:
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MCIMX6Y7DVM09AA.pdf
- Description:
- IC MPU I.MX6 900MHZ 289MAPBGA
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Product details
Overview
MCIMX6Y7DVM09AA from NXP Semiconductors is a single-core Arm Cortex-A7 application processor operating at 900 MHz, featuring integrated EPDC for e-Ink display driving, dual 12-bit ADCs (10 total channels), and two USB 2.0 OTG interfaces with PHY - deployed in industrial HMI, IoT gateways, and portable medical devices requiring low-power high-resolution electrophoretic displays.
For engineers reviewing the MCIMX6Y7DVM09AA datasheet, MCIMX6Y7DVM09AA pinout, MCIMX6Y7DVM09AA application, or MCIMX6Y7DVM09AA equivalent, key selection criteria include EPDC support, 900 MHz performance with basic security, absence of CAN, single Ethernet interface, and MAPBGA 14×14 mm 0.8 mm pitch packaging for space-constrained embedded designs.
Technical Context
The MCIMX6Y7DVM09AA implements Arm TrustZone-enabled Cortex-A7 with 32 KB L1 instruction and data caches, 128 KB unified L2 cache, and NEON MPE co-processor for media acceleration. It integrates dedicated hardware blocks including EPDC for direct-drive E-Ink panels up to 2048×1536 at 106 Hz, ASRC for asynchronous audio sample rate conversion across up to 10 channels, and PXP for real-time pixel processing (rotation, CSC, alpha-blending).
Power management includes on-chip LDOs, DVFS support, SW state retention, and power gating for Arm/NEON domains. Memory subsystem supports LPDDR2-800, DDR3/DDR3L-800, NAND (with BCH up to 40-bit ECC), NOR, Quad SPI, and eMMC 4.41/4.5 - all managed via MMDC and GPMI controllers with SDMA offloading.
Key Specifications
| Parameter | Value and Actual Design Meaning |
|---|---|
| CPU Core | Single Arm Cortex-A7 @ 900 MHz - delivers deterministic real-time response for UI rendering and sensor fusion without multicore complexity. |
| Display Interface | EPDC + LCDIF - enables direct-driver e-Ink panel control (no external timing controller) and parallel RGB/WXGA (1366×768@60Hz) support. |
| Analog Inputs | Two 12-bit ADC modules, 10 total channels - sufficient for multi-sensor monitoring (e.g., temperature, battery voltage, biometric inputs) in portable health devices. |
| Connectivity | 2× USB 2.0 OTG (480 Mbps, integrated PHY), 1× 10/100 Ethernet, 4× I²C (400 kbps), 4× eCSPI (52 Mbps) - balances peripheral expansion with board-level signal integrity. |
| Security | Basic security with A-HABv4, AES-128, SHA-1/SHA-256 HW acceleration, SNVS tamper detection - meets secure boot and firmware update requirements for certified IoT endpoints. |
| Memory Support | LPDDR2-800 / DDR3(L)-800 / NAND (MLC/SLC/BCH 40-bit) / NOR / Quad SPI / eMMC 4.5 - enables cost-optimized BOM using commodity flash and DRAM. |
| Package | MAPBGA 14×14 mm, 0.8 mm pitch, 289 pins - compatible with standard PCB assembly processes and thermal vias for passive cooling in sealed enclosures. |
Pinout & Package
MCIMX6Y7DVM09AA uses a plastic MAPBGA package measuring 14 mm × 14 mm with 0.8 mm ball pitch and 289 I/O balls. Pin assignments follow the i.MX 6ULL 14×14 mm mechanical and electrical specification per Section 6.1 of IMX6ULLCEC Rev. 1.2.
| Pin/Terminal | Circuit Role | Design Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| VDD_ARM | Core Power Supply | 1.0–1.3 V supply for Cortex-A7 core and L1 cache - requires tight regulation and local decoupling for stable 900 MHz operation. |
| VDD_SOC | SoC Logic Power | 1.0–1.3 V supply for L2 cache, GPC, CCM, and peripheral logic - shared rail with DDR I/O for simplified PMIC design. |
| VDDA_3P3 | Analog I/O Supply | 3.3 V analog domain for ADC reference, USB PHY, and EPDC analog drivers - isolated from digital noise sources to maintain 12-bit linearity. |
| EPDC_DATA[23:0] | E-Ink Display Data Bus | 24-bit parallel interface to EPD panel - routed as controlled-impedance traces with matched length for grayscale timing accuracy. |
| ENET1_RXD[3:0] | Ethernet Receive Data | 4-bit RMII receive path for 10/100 Mbps Ethernet - requires 50 Ω termination and separation from high-speed clocks to meet IEEE 802.3 jitter limits. |
| USB_OTG1_DP/DM | USB 2.0 Differential Pair | Full-speed/high-speed differential signals - routed as 90 Ω controlled-impedance pair with <5 ps skew for USB compliance. |
Key Features
| Feature | Design Value |
|---|---|
| Electrophoretic Display Controller (EPDC) | Direct-drive capability for E-Ink panels up to 2048×1536 resolution at 106 Hz - eliminates external display timing controller and reduces BOM cost by $1.20–$2.50. |
| PXP Pixel Processing Pipeline | Hardware-accelerated rotation, color-space conversion, and alpha-blending at 1 pixel/clock - offloads CPU for smooth UI transitions on resource-constrained HMI systems. |
| ASRC Asynchronous Sample Rate Converter | Concurrent conversion across up to 10 audio channels with <−120 dB THD+N - enables multi-source audio mixing (e.g., voice prompt + system tone) without software resampling latency. |
| Secure Non-Volatile Storage (SNVS) | Dedicated tamper-resistant domain with voltage/temperature/clock monitors and 10 tamper inputs - protects cryptographic keys during physical attack scenarios per Common Criteria EAL4+. |
| Smart DMA (SDMA) | 32-channel micro-RISC engine with script library - handles NAND ECC, audio buffering, and display refresh autonomously, reducing CPU load by up to 45% in continuous data-path applications. |
Applications
| Industrial HMI Panels | IoT Edge Gateways |
|---|---|
Use Scenario: Wall-mounted control interface in factory automation with ambient light variation and glove operation requirements. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Primary application processor executing Linux-based UI framework while driving 7-inch e-Ink display via EPDC for sunlight-readable, ultra-low-power status visualization. Use Value: 0.5 W typical active power enables fanless enclosure design; EPDC's built-in waveform engine eliminates need for external display driver IC and associated firmware stack. | Use Scenario: Field-deployable protocol translator aggregating Modbus RTU, BLE, and LoRaWAN sensor data into MQTT payloads for cloud upload. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Central compute node running Yocto Linux, managing dual USB OTG ports for peripheral attachment (e.g., cellular modem, USB camera), and single Ethernet for backhaul. Use Value: Integrated USB PHY and MMDC reduce layout complexity; 900 MHz clock ensures real-time packet forwarding with <15 ms latency under 70% CPU load. |
| Portable Medical Monitors | eReader Reference Designs |
Use Scenario: Battery-powered vital sign recorder capturing ECG, SpO₂, and temperature with 7-day runtime target. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: System-on-chip handling analog front-end digitization (dual 12-bit ADC), encrypted data logging to eMMC, and grayscale e-Ink display update via PXP-assisted dithering. Use Value: On-die LDOs and DVFS enable dynamic voltage scaling to 0.9 V core during sleep - extending battery life by 3.2× versus fixed-voltage SoCs at same display update rate. | Use Scenario: Consumer-grade eReader supporting PDF reflow, annotation, and wireless library sync. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Application processor executing Android-based reader OS, leveraging EPDC for flicker-free page turns and PXP for real-time font hinting and image scaling. Use Value: Hardware EPDC waveform engine supports 16-level grayscale rendering at 200 ms full-screen update - meeting industry-standard readability benchmarks without GPU overhead. |
Equivalent & Alternatives
The following parts are listed as comparable options for similar application processor applications.
| Alternative Part | Technical Difference | Application Difference | Selection Advice |
|---|---|---|---|
| MCIMX6Y2DVM09AA | Same 900 MHz Cortex-A7 core, but adds dual FlexCAN and second Ethernet port; lacks EPDC; includes LCDIF only. | Suitable for automotive telematics or industrial PLCs requiring CAN bus connectivity and redundant networking - not viable for e-Ink-centric designs. | Select when CAN/Ethernet redundancy outweighs e-Ink display capability; requires PCB redesign due to different peripheral pin muxing. |
| MCIMX6Y7DVK05AA | Same feature set (EPDC, LCDIF, dual ADC, USB OTG×2) but rated for 528 MHz max and packaged in 9×9 mm MAPBGA (0.5 mm pitch, 272 balls). | Better suited for ultra-compact wearables or handhelds where board area is constrained and 528 MHz performance suffices. | Choose for size-sensitive designs accepting 41% lower CPU throughput; 9×9 mm package demands finer-pitch assembly capability. |
Compared with MCIMX6Y2DVM09AA, MCIMX6Y7DVM09AA trades CAN/Ethernet flexibility for EPDC-optimized display control; versus MCIMX6Y7DVK05AA, it delivers 70% higher CPU throughput at the cost of larger footprint and higher thermal dissipation - making it optimal for mid-size HMI and medical devices prioritizing e-Ink fidelity and processing headroom.
Availability
MCIMX6Y7DVM09AA is available at Aetrix Electronics and suitable for industrial HMI, IoT edge gateways, and portable medical monitors requiring stable component supply, long-term lifecycle assurance, and validated e-Ink display integration.
Supply support for MCIMX6Y7DVM09AA 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 headquartered in Eindhoven, Netherlands, delivering secure, energy-efficient, and intelligent solutions for automotive, industrial, IoT, and mobile applications.
The i.MX 6ULL product line was designed specifically for cost-sensitive, power-constrained connected devices - emphasizing integrated display control (EPDC/LCDIF), security acceleration, and flexible memory interfacing to accelerate time-to-market for HMI and edge gateway designs.
FAQ
What display technologies does the MCIMX6Y7DVM09AA natively support?
The MCIMX6Y7DVM09AA natively supports electrophoretic (e-Ink) displays via its integrated EPDC, enabling direct-panel driving up to 2048×1536 resolution at 106 Hz. It also supports parallel RGB LCDs up to WXGA (1366×768@60Hz) through the LCDIF controller. No external timing controller or display bridge IC is required for either interface - both are fully implemented in hardware with dedicated DMA paths and waveform engines.
Does the MCIMX6Y7DVM09AA include CAN bus interfaces?
No, the MCIMX6Y7DVM09AA does not include CAN bus interfaces. Per Table 1 of the IMX6ULLCEC datasheet, this variant is explicitly defined as "No CAN". Its connectivity focus is on USB OTG, single Ethernet, I²C, SPI, and UART - making it distinct from MCIMX6Y2-series parts which integrate dual FlexCAN modules.
What is the maximum supported memory configuration for the MCIMX6Y7DVM09AA?
The MCIMX6Y7DVM09AA supports LPDDR2-800, DDR3-800, and DDR3L-800 (16-bit wide), NAND Flash with BCH up to 40-bit ECC (including MLC/SLC/OneNAND), NOR Flash, Quad SPI, and eMMC 4.41/4.5. The MMDC controller handles DDR timing, while GPMI manages NAND with integrated ECC - enabling robust, high-density storage without external controllers.
How does the MCIMX6Y7DVM09AA implement security for firmware updates?
The MCIMX6Y7DVM09AA implements secure firmware updates via A-HABv4 (Advanced High Assurance Boot), which includes AES-128 encryption, SHA-1/SHA-256 hardware acceleration, 2048-bit RSA key support, and version control. Secure Non-Volatile Storage (SNVS) provides tamper-resistant key storage with voltage/temperature/clock monitoring - ensuring cryptographic integrity throughout the boot and update process.
What package type and pin count does the MCIMX6Y7DVM09AA use?
The MCIMX6Y7DVM09AA uses a MAPBGA package measuring 14 mm × 14 mm with 0.8 mm ball pitch and 289 I/O balls. This package is documented in Section 6.1 of the IMX6ULLCEC datasheet and is compatible with standard surface-mount assembly processes, including reflow profiling for lead-free solder and thermal via placement for junction temperature management.
MCIMX6Y7DVM09AA Specifications
- Product attributes
- Attribute value
- Manufacturer:
- NXP Semiconductors
- Package/Case:
- 289-LFBGA
- Series:
- i.MX6
- Packaging:
- Tray
- Product Status:
- Active
- Core Processor:
- ARM® Cortex®-A7
- Number of Cores/Bus Width:
- 1 Core, 32-Bit
- Speed:
- 900MHz
- Co-Processors/DSP:
- Multimedia; NEON™ MPE
- RAM Controllers:
- LPDDR2, DDR3, DDR3L
- Graphics Acceleration:
- No
- Display & Interface Controllers:
- Electrophoretic, LCD
- Ethernet:
- 10/100Mbps (2)
- SATA:
- -
- USB:
- USB 2.0 OTG + PHY (2)
- Voltage - I/O:
- 1.8V, 2.8V, 3.3V
- Operating Temperature:
- 0°C ~ 95°C (TJ)
- Grade:
- -
- Qualification:
- -
- Security Features:
- A-HAB, ARM TZ, CSU, SJC, SNVS
- Mounting Type:
- Surface Mount
- Supplier Device Package:
- 289-MAPBGA (14x14)
- Additional Interfaces:
- CAN, I2C, SPI, UART
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