Embedded Module TQMa8MPxL Embedded Cortex®-A53 Modul based on i.MX 8M Plus with machine learning hardware support

Arm® Cortex® A53 based on i.MX 8M Plus

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  • Advanced Audio properties with HiFi4 DSP
  • Machine Learning Accelerator 2.3 TOPS
  • Integrated Cortex®-M7
  • High-speed communication via 2x Gbit Ethernet (1x TSN), 1x PCle and 2x USB 3.0 interface
  • Low power consumption (typ. 4 W)
  • Integrated security functions
The TQMa8MP based on the i.MX 8M Plus supports with many features and an integrated NPU (Neural Processor Unit) with up to 2.3 TOPS and an IPU (Image Processor Unit) with 2x 187 MPix in the implementation of applications where artificial intelligence, machine learning/vision is to be applied.
A GPU and several graphic interfaces are available for graphically demanding applications. For real-time and security the CPU is supported by a Cortex M7 controller.

CPU/Processor data

CPU/Processor:
  • Cortex®-A53 - Up to 1,8GHz
CPU variant:
  • i.MX 8M Plus Quad 8 ML/AI
  • i.MX 8M Plus Quad 6 Video
  • i.MX 8M Plus Quad 4 Lite

Memory

LPDDR4:
  • Up to 8 GB
Quad SPI NOR:
  • Up to 256 MB
eMMC:
  • Up to 256 GB
EEPROM:
  • 0/64-kbit

Graphics

Graphic interface:
  • LCD Interface: 1x MIPI DSI (4 Lanes), LVDS (4/8 Lanes), 1x HDMI 2.0a
Camera interface:
  • 2x MIPI CSI2 (4 Lanes)

Communication interfaces

Ethernet:
  • Up to 2x Gbit-Ethernet (1x TSN)
USB:
  • Up to 2x USB 3.0
CAN:
  • Up to 2x CAN FD
Serial Ports:
  • Up to 4x UART

Other interfaces

SD Card:
  • Up to 3x SDIO / eMMC
PCIe:
  • Up to 1x PCIe 3.0
I2C:
  • Up to 6x I2C
SPI:
  • Up to 3x SPI
  • Up to 1x QSPI
I2S:
  • Up to 18x I²S
Audio:
  • Up to 8x PDM Mic.
  • Up to 1x SPDIF
Debug:
  • JTAG

Other functions

RTC:
  • Real Time Clock (RTC)
Secure Element:
  • SE050 (optional)
General:
  • Temperature sensor

General data/basic data

Dimensions:
  • 38 x 38 mm
Temperature range:
  • Standard temperature range: -25°C…+85°C
  • Extended temperature: -40°C…+85°C
Plug-in System:
  • LGA (Land Grid Array) 366 pins
Power supply:
  • 5 V

OS-Support

OS Support:
  • Linux
  • Android on request

User Manual TQMa8MPxL (960 KB, pdf)

User Manual MBa8MPxL (1 MB, pdf)

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Other configurations on request

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Application examples

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Our USPs

  • Unbeatable long-term availability
  • Robustness for all applications
  • The most comprehensive range of modules on the market
  • A comprehensive design and support of an E²MS manufacturer
  • Full design freedom, as all processor functions are fully accessible
  • x86 for tough industrial use

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