MC9328MX21CJMR2

The MC9328MX21CJMR2 is an NXP Semiconductors microprocessor in the i.MX21 family featuring a single ARM926EJ-S 32-bit core running at up to 266 MHz. It targets smartphone and portable product markets by combining a power-efficient processor core with integrated system functions and peripheral interfaces.

Designed for compact embedded systems, this device offers on-chip memory controllers and a broad set of peripherals that simplify multimedia and storage-enabled designs while supporting low-power operation and system-level integration.

Key Features

• Core ARM926EJ-S 32-bit processor core, single core operation at 266 MHz for deterministic embedded processing.
• Memory and Storage Integrated SDRAM controller and an on-chip NAND Flash controller with error correction and parity checking circuitry to support low-cost non-volatile storage options.
• Multimedia and Display On-chip modules described in the device documentation include a video accelerator module and an LCD controller to support multimedia-capable portable products.
• Peripheral Interfaces Integrated interfaces include USB On-The-Go, 1-Wire, CMOS sensor interface, synchronous serial interfaces, multiple UART/I2C options, and host controllers for MMC/SD and PCMCIA/CF expansion.
• Connectivity and Expansion Built-in support for USB OTG and host controllers enable flexible peripheral and storage expansion paths for handheld and portable designs.
• System Management On-chip power management features and system peripherals reduce external component count and simplify power-sensitive designs.
• Package and Assembly Supplied in a 289-pin PBGA (17 × 17 mm) MAPBGA package, with Tape & Reel (TR) packaging; surface-mount mounting type suitable for volume manufacturing.

Typical Applications

• Smartphones and Portable Devices — Provides a compact microprocessor solution with integrated multimedia and storage interfaces tailored for handheld product requirements.
• Multimedia Handhelds — On-chip video accelerator and LCD controller support multimedia playback and display control in portable form factors.
• Storage-Enabled Embedded Systems — NAND Flash controller with ECC enables use of low-cost NAND Flash as primary or secondary non-volatile storage.
• Sensor and Camera Interfaces — CMOS sensor interface and serial peripherals simplify integration of imaging and sensor subsystems for portable applications.

Unique Advantages

• Highly integrated platform: Combines processor, memory controllers, storage controller, and multiple peripherals to reduce BOM and board complexity.
• Optimized for low power: ARM926EJ-S core and on-chip power management capabilities support power-sensitive portable designs.
• Storage-friendly architecture: Integrated NAND Flash controller with ECC and parity checking offloads error management from the CPU.
• Rich peripheral set: USB OTG, MMC/SD host controllers, PCMCIA/CF, serial interfaces, and sensor interfaces enable versatile system configurations.
• Manufacturing-ready packaging: 289-pin MAPBGA in Tape & Reel and surface-mount form factors support automated assembly and volume production.
• Part of the i.MX family: Positioned within a documented product family that offers scalability across related devices and use cases.

Why Choose MC9328MX21CJMR2?

The MC9328MX21CJMR2 offers a balanced combination of processing performance, integrated peripherals, and system-level features tailored for smartphone and portable product designs. Its ARM926EJ-S core at 266 MHz, combined with on-chip SDRAM and NAND controllers and a broad set of connectivity options, reduces external components and accelerates development of multimedia-capable embedded systems.

As a member of the i.MX21 family, this device provides a documented, integrated platform for designers seeking compact, manufacturable solutions with flexible storage and peripheral support for portable and handheld applications.

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