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i.MX27: Multimedia Applications Processor  Favorite



In response to the needs of design engineers tasked with pushing the performance envelope, packing in a lot of connectivity options and providing robust security in mobile device designs, Freescale presents the i.MX27 multimedia applications processor. Derived from the popular i.MX21 processor and based on the ARM926EJ-S™ core, the i.MX27 processor adds an h.264 D1 hardware codec for high-resolution video processing, an Ethernet 10/100 MAC, security, plug-and-play connectivity and more power management features. This rich feature set makes it an excellent choice for video- and voiceover- IP (V2IP) cordless and mobile phones, intelligent remote controls, point-of-sale terminals and many other wireless applications.

Important i.MX27 Errata Update (pdf)


Features


  • CPU Complex
    • ARM926EJ-S 400 MHz core
    • 16 KB L1 I-Cache and D-Cache
    • 16-channel DMA
    • ETM real-time debug
    • Smart Speed switch
  • Multimedia
    • MPEG-4 H.263/H.264 D1 HW Codec
    • Pre- and post-processing
    • High-speed CMOS sensor interface
  • Connectivity
    • 10 and 100 Mbps Ethernet/IEEE802.3MAC
    • USB OTG high speed, host x 2
    • 3 x MMC/SD, Memory Stick-Pro
    • PCMCIA/CF
    • ATA-6 (HDD) interface
    • Audio MUX
    • IrDA, keypad, 1-wire
    • Configurable SPI x 3, SSI/I2S x 2, UART x 6
  • Product Longevity
    • This product is included in Freescale’s product longevity program, with assured supply for a minimum of 10 years after launch

Energy Efficiency Quick Facts


  • Targets low-power multimedia processing and integration in general embedded, automotive, industrial and consumer applications
  • Industry leading power consumption; operates without a heatsink
  • Ideally suited for battery operated portable devices; some i.MX–based devices can last two or more weeks on a single charge
  • Multiple low-power modes optimize power and performance
  • Optimal power savings through integrated power management (i.MX233) or paired with external Freescale power management IC solutions
  • Software development kits to fully utilize low-power techniques
  • Learn more about Freescale energy-efficient product solutions

Featured Documentation


  • IMX27FS: i.MX27 Multimedia Applications Processor - Fact Sheet
  • MCIMX27EC: i.MX27 and i.MX27L Data Sheet
  • FLYRIMXPRDCMPR: i.MX Family Comparison Table

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Software Update



There are no plans to release WinCE 5.0 for the i.MX27 (alphas, betas, and patches have only been released). Instead, we have a full version of WinCE 6.0 for the i.MX27 ADS board. If you have any issues, please contact your local sales/marketing representative.

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