XAM3517ZCN

The XAM3517ZCN is an ARM® Cortex®-A8 Sitara™ microprocessor in the AM35xx series, featuring a single 32-bit core clocked at 600 MHz in a 491-NFBGA (17×17) package. It is designed for embedded systems that require integrated multimedia capabilities, flexible memory support, and a range of peripheral interfaces.

With on-chip multimedia/DSP co-processing, NEON™ SIMD support, multiple USB ports, Ethernet, and display controller support, the device delivers a balanced combination of processing performance and peripheral integration for commercial embedded designs.

Key Features

• Core Single ARM® Cortex®-A8 32-bit core running at 600 MHz for general-purpose embedded processing.
• Multimedia and DSP Integrated multimedia co-processor with NEON™ SIMD support to accelerate media and signal-processing workloads.
• Memory Built-in controllers for LPDDR and DDR2 memory, enabling flexible memory subsystem choices.
• Display LCD display interface controller and graphics acceleration support for visual user interfaces.
• Connectivity Multiple peripheral interfaces including 10/100Mbps Ethernet (1), three USB 2.0 ports plus one USB 2.0 with PHY, and CAN for networked and peripheral connectivity.
• Security Cryptography features provided on-chip to support secure data processing.
• Package and Mounting Supplier device package: 491-NFBGA (17×17); package case: 491-LFBGA; surface-mount device suited to high-density PCB assembly.
• Operating Range Commercial-grade operating temperature from 0 °C to 90 °C.
• Compliance RoHS compliant for environmental conformity in commercial applications.

Typical Applications

• Embedded HMI Use the LCD controller and graphics acceleration to drive display-based human-machine interfaces and control panels.
• Multimedia Devices Leverage the multimedia co-processor and NEON™ SIMD for media processing and accelerated signal tasks.
• Industrial and Commercial Controllers Combine Ethernet, CAN, and multiple USB interfaces for networked control and peripheral integration in commercial embedded systems.

Unique Advantages

• Single-core efficiency: A 600 MHz ARM® Cortex®-A8 core provides predictable, deterministic processing for embedded workloads.
• Integrated multimedia acceleration: On-chip multimedia DSP and NEON™ SIMD reduce the need for external accelerators when handling media and signal-processing tasks.
• Flexible memory support: LPDDR and DDR2 memory controllers allow designers to select memory architectures that match performance and cost targets.
• Broad peripheral set: Multiple USB ports, a USB 2.0 + PHY option, 10/100Mbps Ethernet, CAN, and LCD controller support simplify system integration and reduce BOM complexity.
• Commercial temperature and RoHS compliance: Rated for 0 °C to 90 °C operation and RoHS compliant for commercial deployments.
• Surface-mount BGA package: 491-NFBGA (17×17) package supports high-density PCB designs while providing a compact footprint.

Why Choose XAM3517ZCN?

The XAM3517ZCN positions itself as a compact, integrated microprocessor solution for commercial embedded designs that need balanced compute performance and peripheral versatility. Its 600 MHz ARM® Cortex®-A8 core combined with multimedia co-processing, graphics acceleration, and a broad set of interfaces make it suitable for display-driven, networked, and multimedia-focused applications.

Its support for LPDDR and DDR2 memory, cryptography features, commercial temperature range, and RoHS compliance provide a practical platform for designers seeking an off-the-shelf Sitara AM35xx-series device with a comprehensive peripheral set and compact BGA packaging.

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