ATSAMA5D42A-CU - Atmel

Manufacturer Part Number

ATSAMA5D42A-CU

Manufacturer

Microchip Technology

Introduction

The ATSAMA5D42A-CU is part of the SAMA5D4 series of high-performance microprocessors based on the ARM Cortex-A5 core, designed for advanced multimedia applications.

Product Features and Performance

ARM Cortex-A5 core running at 600MHz

Multimedia Co-processing with NEON SIMD extensions

Supports LPDDR, LPDDR2, DDR2 RAM controllers

Integrated Graphics Acceleration

Designed for LCD and Touchscreen interfaces

Basic Ethernet Support with 10/100Mbps

Multiple USB 2.0 interfaces (3 ports)

Broad range I/O Voltages compatibility: 1.2V, 1.8V, 3.3V

Operational temperature range between -40°C and 85°C

Product Advantages

High-level integration reduces system complexity

Integrated multimedia capabilities facilitate advanced user interfaces

Multiple communication interfaces support diverse peripheral connectivity

Wide operating temperature range enhances reliability in varied environmental conditions.

Key Technical Parameters

Core Processor: ARM Cortex-A5

Number of Cores/Bus Width: 1 Core, 32-Bit

Speed: 600 MHz

RAM Controllers: LPDDR, LPDDR2, DDR2

Graphics Support: Yes

Ethernet: 10/100Mbps

USB: USB 2.0 x3

I/O Voltages: 1.2V, 1.8V, 3.3V

Operating Temperature: -40°C to 85°C

Quality and Safety Features

Advanced security features including AES, SHA, TDES, TRNG

Compatibility

Compatible with various types of memory including LPDDR, LPDDR2, DDR2

Extensive interface support including EBI, I2C, MMC/SD/SDIO, SPI, SSC, UART, USART

Application Areas

Ideal for use in multimedia applications, automotive and industrial control systems, consumer electronics, and smart devices.

Product Lifecycle

Status: Obsolete

Note: Replacement or upgrade options should be checked with Microchip Technology as needed.

Several Key Reasons to Choose This Product

High-performance ARM Cortex-A5 processor capable of running complex algorithms

Embedded multimedia and graphic capabilities for enriched user experiences

Extensive connectivity options enhancing peripheral integration capability

Robust security features ensuring data protection and system integrity

Wide temperature range making it suitable for harsh environments