MCIMX508CVK8BR2

The MCIMX508CVK8BR2 is an NXP Semiconductors i.MX 508 series microprocessor IC featuring a single ARM® Cortex®-A8 core running at 800 MHz in a 416-pin MAPBGA (13×13 mm) package. It is designed for embedded, multimedia-focused designs where integrated display control, graphics acceleration, and secure boot capabilities are required.

Qualified for industrial applications, this device integrates display controllers, memory interfaces, and peripheral connectivity to simplify system design for portable multimedia and embedded display systems.

Key Features

• Core & Performance ARM® Cortex®-A8 32-bit processor, single core at 800 MHz providing deterministic application processing for embedded systems.
• Multimedia Acceleration On-chip multimedia DSP support with NEON™ SIMD and graphics acceleration to offload visual processing and UI rendering.
• Display Subsystem Integrated EPDC (electrophoretic display controller) and LCD display controllers to support e-paper and conventional LCD displays.
• Memory Interfaces Supports LPDDR, LPDDR2 and DDR2 memory controllers for flexible DRAM choices and power/performance trade-offs.
• Connectivity On-chip 10/100 Mbps Ethernet (1) and dual USB 2.0 ports with PHY, plus a 1-Wire interface for simple device control and configuration.
• Security Boot security, cryptography, and Secure JTAG features to enable secured boot and protected firmware operations.
• Package & Mounting 416-MAPBGA (13×13 mm, 0.5 mm pitch) surface-mount package suitable for compact embedded assemblies.
• Operating Range & Compliance Industrial qualification with an operating temperature range of 0 °C to 70 °C and RoHS compliance.

Typical Applications

• Portable multimedia devices — Compact single-core processing with multimedia SIMD and graphics acceleration suited for handheld media applications.
• E-readers and e-paper displays — EPDC support and display controllers for electrophoretic (e-paper) drives and low-power display applications.
• Embedded HMIs and display terminals — Integrated LCD control and graphics acceleration for user interface rendering in industrial or consumer embedded products.
• Networked appliances — Built-in 10/100 Ethernet and USB 2.0 connectivity enable network and peripheral integration for connected products.

Unique Advantages

• Integrated multimedia engine — NEON™ SIMD and graphics acceleration reduce external processing requirements and simplify multimedia system design.
• Flexible memory support — LPDDR, LPDDR2 and DDR2 controller compatibility allows designers to choose DRAM suited to power and cost targets.
• Display-focused integration — EPDC and LCD controllers provide direct support for electrophoretic and conventional displays, lowering BOM and interface complexity.
• Security built in — Boot security, cryptography, and Secure JTAG support help protect firmware and device integrity from the start.
• Industrial readiness — Industrial qualification and RoHS compliance make the device suitable for production embedded systems within the specified temperature range.

Why Choose MCIMX508CVK8BR2?

The MCIMX508CVK8BR2 balances single-core Cortex-A8 processing with targeted multimedia and display integration, making it well suited for embedded designers building portable multimedia devices, e-paper systems, and networked HMIs. Its combination of display controllers, memory interface flexibility, and security features reduces external component needs and streamlines system architecture.

As a member of the i.MX 508 family from NXP Semiconductors, this device is accompanied by detailed technical documentation and package information to support design and qualification activities for industrial embedded products.

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