A key feature of the i.MX 6SoloX is robust security. As an SoC, this product is equipped with an encryption engine and a configurable resource domain controller that allows peripherals to be locked or shared from the CPU core. Complementing the domain controller is a secure messaging signaling device that implements cooperative multi-OS software to securely access shared peripherals. Additionally, robust physical security, including Advanced Secure Boot and protected data storage, is a characteristic of this processor. These advanced hardware capabilities enable the design of security solutions customized to meet the unique market requirements of users.

ARM® Cortex®-M4 and Cortex-A9 cores are integrated on the same chip, allowing for the deployment of a user-friendly operating system on the Cortex-A9 core while still benefiting from the deterministic real-time responsiveness of the Cortex-M4 core. Independent power state control is possible via a separate CPU core power domain, resulting in low current leakage and rapid restart from standby mode. The SoC's system-aware architecture supports additional power efficiency by enabling the complete shutdown of the Cortex-A9 core while the Cortex-M4 continues to perform low-level system monitoring tasks. This advantage can be further enhanced by utilizing the excellent light-load efficiency of Freescale's proven PF0200 power management auxiliary IC, which is optimized for the i.MX processor system platform.

"Freescale has created another innovative device by leveraging its experience and deep understanding of microcontrollers, microprocessors, and heterogeneous system-on-chip (SoC) designs," said Ron Martino, Vice President and General Manager of Application Processors and Advanced Technology Adoption at Freescale's MCU Group. "The i.MX 6SoloX offers a new way to address security, performance, scalability, and power efficiency issues. All of these elements will be useful for building next-generation connected system-aware devices for homes and vehicles."

The i.MX 6SoloX is suitable for a variety of display-centric automotive applications and is also available in relatively low-cost, small packaging options without a display. Modules for automotive telematics and vehicle-to-vehicle (V2V) and vehicle-to-thing (V2X) applications are included here. It also supports various non-vehicle products such as home automation, building control, and medical applications.

Other key features of the i.MX 6SoloX multicore application processor include the following.

• Dual-port Gigabit Ethernet AVB (Audio-Video Bridging) with traffic shaping and packet prioritization for quality of service in automotive and other applications

• 2D and 3D GPUs (Graphics Processing Units) for Enhanced HMI Development

• Flexible boot options including DDR QSPI and raw NAND support, memory controller supporting both DDR3 and low-power DDR2

• Provides system design flexibility through the proper integration of various interface options for the UI and standard system interfaces, including wireless connectivity.

Freescale i.MX 6SoloX technical specifications, development tools, and other resources can be found at www.freescale.com/iMX6SoloX.

Supply situation

The i.MX 6SoloX application processor is currently in mass production. This device comes with extensive development tools and software support, including Android and Linux operating systems for Cortex-A9 cores and MQX™ OS for Cortex-M4 cores, as well as a broad ARM support community. SABRE boards for smart devices based on i.MX 6SoloX and equipped with the PF0200 PMIC are currently available.