STA1090HOA

The STA1090HOA is a dual-core ARM® Cortex®-R4 microprocessor IC running at 533 MHz in a 361-LFBGA (16×16) package. It is part of the STA1090 telematics series and targets embedded telematics and automotive infotainment applications that require a combination of processing throughput and integrated system interfaces.

With peripherals including USB 2.0 ports, SDRAM memory controllers, display and touchscreen controllers, and an ARM® Cortex®-M3 co-processor for DSP tasks, the STA1090HOA delivers an integrated platform for vehicle-grade embedded systems. The device is AEC-Q100 qualified and rated for operation from -40 °C to 85 °C.

Key Features

• Core — Dual ARM® Cortex®-R4 cores, 32-bit, operating at 533 MHz to support real-time and control-oriented processing.
• Co-processor — Integrated ARM® Cortex®-M3 co-processor for DSP-style tasks and offloading specialized processing.
• Memory — SDRAM controller support for external system memory to enable responsive application and graphics performance.
• Display and HMI — Built-in LCD and touchscreen display interface controllers to support vehicle human-machine interfaces and infotainment displays.
• Interfaces — Two USB 2.0 ports and DMA support for high-throughput peripheral connectivity and efficient data movement.
• Graphics — Graphics acceleration is included to assist with display rendering and UI tasks.
• System Reliability & Automotive Grade — AEC-Q100 qualification and an operating temperature range of -40 °C to 85 °C for automotive deployment.
• Security & Debug — JTAG support for debugging and development workflows.
• Package & Mounting — 361-LFBGA (16×16) surface-mount package offering a compact footprint for embedded board designs.
• Power I/O — I/O voltage specified at 3.3 V for interface compatibility.

Typical Applications

• Telematics systems — Platform-grade processing and interfaces for vehicle telematics control units and connected services.
• Automotive infotainment — HMI and display controller support for in-vehicle infotainment systems with touchscreen functionality.
• Display-based instrument clusters — Graphics acceleration and LCD/touchscreen controllers for instrument and information displays.
• USB peripheral gateways — Dual USB 2.0 ports for connecting and managing vehicle USB devices and media sources.

Unique Advantages

• Dual-core real-time performance: ARM® Cortex®-R4 dual cores at 533 MHz provide concurrent processing for control and application tasks.
• Dedicated co-processor: ARM® Cortex®-M3 co-processor enables offloading of DSP and auxiliary processing, improving throughput for main cores.
• Integrated display and USB interfaces: On-chip LCD/touchscreen controllers plus two USB 2.0 ports reduce external component count and simplify system design.
• Automotive-grade qualification: AEC-Q100 qualification and -40 °C to 85 °C operating range support automotive deployment requirements.
• Hardware graphics acceleration: Built-in graphics acceleration assists UI rendering, reducing CPU load for smoother displays.
• Debug and development support: JTAG enables standard debug workflows to accelerate bring-up and validation.

Why Choose STA1090HOA?

STA1090HOA combines dual ARM® Cortex®-R4 processing with an ARM® Cortex®-M3 co-processor and integrated system interfaces to deliver a compact, automotive-qualified platform for telematics and infotainment designs. Its combination of display controllers, USB connectivity, SDRAM support, and graphics acceleration makes it suitable for designs that require both real-time control and advanced human-machine interfaces.

Engineers and procurement teams looking for a robust, automotive-grade microprocessor solution will find the STA1090HOA provides a balanced mix of performance, integration, and qualification for long-term deployment in vehicle systems.

Request a quote or submit a pricing request for STA1090HOA to start integrating this automotive-qualified microprocessor into your next telematics or infotainment design.