Specifications
| Attribute | Value |
| Supplier | NXP USA Inc. |
| Package / Case | Tray |
| Series | i.MX6 |
| Part Status | Active |
| Core Processor | ARM® Cortex®-A7 |
| Number of Cores / Bus Width | 1 Core, 32-Bit |
| Speed | 528MHz |
| Co - Processors / DSP | Multimedia; NEON™ MPE |
| RAM Controllers | LPDDR2, DDR3, DDR3L |
| Graphics Acceleration | No |
| Display&Interface Controllers | Electrophoretic, LCD |
| Ethernet | 10/100Mbps (2) |
| USB | USB 2.0 OTG + PHY (2) |
| Voltage - I / O | 1.8V, 2.8V, 3.3V |
| Operating Temperature | 0°C ~ 95°C (TJ) |
| Security Features | A-HAB, ARM TZ, CSU, SJC, SNVS |
Overview
Description
MCIMX6Y1DVM05AB is an i.MX6Y1-based development/evaluation module (DVM) from NXP used to prototype embedded systems. It exposes the i.MX6Y1’s CPU, memory, I/O and peripherals to test performance, graphics, multimedia, and connectivity in Linux/Android workflows. Typical features (exacts vary by revision) include:
- CPU: ARM Cortex-A9 (i.MX6Y1 family)
- On-board memory and storage options
- Display interfaces (HDMI/LCD), camera interfaces
- USB (host/device), Ethernet, audio, and general-purpose I/O
- Power management and boot options (microSD, eMMC, etc.)
- Expansion connectors and development interfaces
- Software support via NXP BSPs, Yocto, Buildroot, etc.
The 05AB suffix denotes a specific variant/revision. For precise specifications, pinouts, and wiring, consult the official MCIMX6Y1DVM05AB data sheet and user guide.
- CPU: ARM Cortex-A9 (i.MX6Y1 family)
- On-board memory and storage options
- Display interfaces (HDMI/LCD), camera interfaces
- USB (host/device), Ethernet, audio, and general-purpose I/O
- Power management and boot options (microSD, eMMC, etc.)
- Expansion connectors and development interfaces
- Software support via NXP BSPs, Yocto, Buildroot, etc.
The 05AB suffix denotes a specific variant/revision. For precise specifications, pinouts, and wiring, consult the official MCIMX6Y1DVM05AB data sheet and user guide.
Features
MCIMX6Y1DVM05AB is an i.MX 6Y1 development (DVM) board. Key features:
- SoC: i.MX 6Y1 with Cortex-A9 cores, up to about 1 GHz.
- Graphics/Media: integrated 2D/3D graphics engine and media accelerators.
- Memory/Storage: onboard DDR3 RAM, eMMC storage, plus microSD slot for boot/storage.
- Display/Video: HDMI output; LVDS and parallel RGB/LCD interfaces; camera support via MIPI-CSI.
- Connectivity: 10/100 Mbps Ethernet; USB 2.0 OTG and USB host.
- Audio: on-board audio interface/codec.
- Expansion/Peripherals: plentiful GPIOs with I2C, SPI, UART, PWM, etc.; JTAG footprint for debugging.
- Power: 5V DC input with on-board power management.
- Boot/OS: supports Linux and Android BSPs; boot from microSD or eMMC.
- Debug/Development: serial console for debugging; ready for software bring-up and rapid prototyping.
Note: exact RAM size, eMMC capacity, and GPU details vary by board revision. Refer to the official datasheet for precise specs.
- SoC: i.MX 6Y1 with Cortex-A9 cores, up to about 1 GHz.
- Graphics/Media: integrated 2D/3D graphics engine and media accelerators.
- Memory/Storage: onboard DDR3 RAM, eMMC storage, plus microSD slot for boot/storage.
- Display/Video: HDMI output; LVDS and parallel RGB/LCD interfaces; camera support via MIPI-CSI.
- Connectivity: 10/100 Mbps Ethernet; USB 2.0 OTG and USB host.
- Audio: on-board audio interface/codec.
- Expansion/Peripherals: plentiful GPIOs with I2C, SPI, UART, PWM, etc.; JTAG footprint for debugging.
- Power: 5V DC input with on-board power management.
- Boot/OS: supports Linux and Android BSPs; boot from microSD or eMMC.
- Debug/Development: serial console for debugging; ready for software bring-up and rapid prototyping.
Note: exact RAM size, eMMC capacity, and GPU details vary by board revision. Refer to the official datasheet for precise specs.
Manufacturer
Manufacturer: Freescale Semiconductor (now part of NXP Semiconductors).
Company type: A global semiconductor company that designs and manufactures embedded processors and microcontrollers (the i.MX line); originally a Motorola spin-off and later acquired by NXP in 2015.
Company type: A global semiconductor company that designs and manufactures embedded processors and microcontrollers (the i.MX line); originally a Motorola spin-off and later acquired by NXP in 2015.
Application
MCIMX6Y1DVM05AB is an i.MX 6SoloX-based development board. Its application areas include:
- Industrial automation, HMI panels, and machine control
- Automotive (in-vehicle infotainment, telematics)
- Digital signage, kiosks, and multimedia displays
- Networking/edge gateways, embedded routers, and IoT hubs
- Medical devices and imaging/monitoring (real-time control needs)
- Robotics, smart devices, and embedded control applications
Notes: supports Linux/Android, enables multimedia, display, camera, audio demonstrations.
- Industrial automation, HMI panels, and machine control
- Automotive (in-vehicle infotainment, telematics)
- Digital signage, kiosks, and multimedia displays
- Networking/edge gateways, embedded routers, and IoT hubs
- Medical devices and imaging/monitoring (real-time control needs)
- Robotics, smart devices, and embedded control applications
Notes: supports Linux/Android, enables multimedia, display, camera, audio demonstrations.
Package
MCIMX6Y1DVM05AB is a Development Vehicle Module (DVM) for the i.MX6Y1. It is not a bare IC package; it’s a small PCB module that houses the i.MX6Y1 SoC for development.
