MC94MX21DVKN3R2

The MC94MX21DVKN3R2 is a single-core, 32-bit microprocessor in the i.MX21 family featuring an ARM926EJ-S core running at up to 350 MHz. Designed for portable and handheld markets, the device integrates multimedia acceleration and on-chip system functions to support compact, power-aware embedded designs.

On-chip peripherals and power management features make this device suitable for smartphone and other portable product applications where integration, efficiency, and multimedia capability are priorities.

Key Features

• Core – ARM926EJ-S single 32-bit core operating up to 350 MHz, with architecture that provides accelerated Java support as documented for the i.MX21 family.
• Memory and Storage – SDRAM controller support and an on-chip NAND Flash controller with error correction (ECC) and parity checking to offload error management from the CPU.
• Multimedia and Graphics – Includes on-chip multimedia support such as a video accelerator module and an LCD controller to enable rich multimedia user interfaces.
• Peripheral Interfaces – Integrated interfaces include USB On-The-Go and USB host functionality, 1-Wire, CMOS sensor interface, synchronous serial interfaces, MMC/SD and PCMCIA/CF host controllers as described in the i.MX21 documentation.
• Connectivity Expansion – Host controllers and standard interfaces enable expansion options for WLAN, Bluetooth and other peripheral modules via PCMCIA/CF, USB, and MMC/SD.
• System and Power Management – On-chip power management and clock control functions for efficient operation in battery-powered and portable applications.
• Package and Mounting – Supplied in a 289-pin LFBGA (14 × 14 mm) package; available in Tape & Reel (TR) format and designed for surface-mount assembly.
• Operating Range – Specified operating temperature range of −30 °C to 70 °C for a variety of embedded environments.

Typical Applications

• Smartphones and Portable Devices – Integration of multimedia acceleration, LCD controller and low-power features supports compact, feature-rich handheld products.
• Portable Multimedia Players – On-chip video acceleration and audio/multimedia interfaces enable media playback and user interface tasks.
• Embedded Consumer Electronics – Integrated peripherals and storage controller options simplify designs for compact consumer devices requiring display and sensor support.

Unique Advantages

• Highly Integrated Platform: On-chip multimedia modules, storage controllers and multiple standard interfaces reduce external component count and simplify BOM.
• ECC-Enabled NAND Controller: Built-in error correction and parity checking for NAND Flash lowers CPU overhead and improves storage reliability.
• Multimedia-Ready: Video accelerator and LCD controller provide dedicated hardware support to offload graphics tasks from the CPU.
• Flexible Expansion: Multiple host controllers (MMC/SD, PCMCIA/CF, USB) enable straightforward addition of wireless and storage peripherals.
• Tape & Reel Packaging: 289-LFBGA delivered in Tape & Reel supports automated surface-mount assembly for volume production.

Why Choose MC94MX21DVKN3R2?

The MC94MX21DVKN3R2 positions itself as a compact, integrated microprocessor solution combining an ARM926EJ-S core running at 350 MHz with on-chip multimedia, storage and peripheral interfaces suited for portable and handheld applications. Its integrated peripheral set and power-management features help reduce system complexity while supporting multimedia-capable designs.

This device is well suited for engineers developing cost-sensitive, space-constrained embedded products that require display and media support, flexible expansion options, and on-board storage management. The i.MX21 family documentation provides technical detail to support system integration and long-term deployment.

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