i.MX253 Processors|Connectivity | NXP Semiconductors

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Our Arm9™-based i.MX253 applications processor targets cost sensitive industrial and general embedded applications, without sacrificing on performance or connectivity. The i.MX253 is packed with connectivity options including Ethernet, USB 2.0 with integrated PHY's, two MMC/SD/SDIO ports, and an SVGA (800x600) display controller enabling devices with high resolution, color-rich displays.

Along with its extensive connectivity options, support for external DDR2 memory and NAND flash simplifies board design and reduces cost. The i.MX253 enables cost effective and feature-packed solutions for applications including HMI, multi-function portable printers, and patient monitoring devices.

Data Sheet

Reference Manual

Product Details

Block Diagram

i.MX253 Multimedia Applications Processor Block Diagram

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Features

CPU Complex

Arm926EJ-S™
400 MHz maximum speed
128 KB Integrated SRAM
16 KB I/D L1 Cache

Multimedia

LCD Controller

Connectivity

External memory interface: DDR2, mDDR, SDRAM, mSDRAM, NOR, SLC/MLC NAND
10/100 Ethernet MAC
480Mbps USB 2.0 OTG + PHY
480Mbps USB 2.0 Host + PHY
5 x UART, 3 x CSPI, 3 x I2C, 2 x SSI/I2S, ESAI
2 x MMC+/SD/SDIO
PATA/CE-ATA
3 x12-bit ADC
3.3V General Purpose I/O

Technology

0.8mm MAPBGA 400-pin package
-20 to +70C (Consumer)
-40 to +85C(Industrial)

Product Longevity

This product is included in NXP^{^®}.s product longevity program, with assured supply for a minimum of 15 years after launch

Documentation

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^{Fact Sheet}
i.MX25 Family of Applications Processors Industrial/general embedded portfolio: i.MX253, i.MX257 and i.MX258 - Fact SheetFeatured

PDFRev 3Feb 14, 2020208.2 KBIMX25INDFSEnglish
^{Data Sheet}
i.MX25 Applications Processor for Consumer and Industrial Products - Data SheetFeatured

PDFRev 10Jul 2, 20131.9 MBIMX25CECEnglish
^{Reference Manual}
i.MX25 Multimedia Applications Processor Reference Manual

PDFRev 2Mar 16, 201111.5 MBIMX25RMEnglish
^{Application Note}
Building for i.MX Mature Boards

PDFRev 0Jul 27, 2017154.2 KBAN12024English
^{Application Note}
AN4547_wrkng.fm

PDFRev 0Oct 22, 2012584.1 KBAN4547English
^{Application Note}
i.MX25 Boot Options

PDFRev 1Aug 29, 2012112.3 KBAN3684English
^{Application Note}
Using Open Source Debugging Tools for Linux on i.MX Processors

PDFRev 0Jul 19, 2012251.5 KBAN4553English
^{Application Note}
AN3948.fm

PDFRev 1Dec 2, 2009569.9 KBAN3948English
^{Application Note}
Workaround for i.MX25 USB OTG Erratum BID2108

PDFRev 1Nov 11, 2009459.2 KBAN3683English
^{Application Note}
i.MX Layout Recommendations

PDFRev 1Sep 11, 20094.5 MBAN3951English
^{Application Note}
Key Architectural Differences Between the i.MX233 and i.MX25

PDFRev 2Sep 3, 20091.0 MBAN3885English
^{Application Note}
i.MX25 Real Time Clock (RTC)

PDFRev 0Jun 22, 2009970.4 KBAN3874English
^{Application Note}
i.MX25 IC Identification Module (IIM) Fusebox

PDFRev 0Jun 10, 20091.2 MBAN3682English
^Errata
Chip Errata for the i.MX25

PDFRev 7.1Jul 9, 2014315.0 KBIMX25CEEnglish
^{Product Change Notice}
i.MX25 Errata Revision

HTMRev 0Jul 17, 20143.7 KBPCN16337English
^{Supporting Information}
Windows CE Multimedia Codecs Documentation SDK 2009.12 for i.MX25

ZIPRev 2009.12Jun 17, 2010371.3 KBIMX25_0912_WIN60_MMDOCS_BUNDLE_English
^{Supporting Information}
i.MX25 Linux Multimedia Codecs documentation bundle

GZRev 2009.12Jun 17, 2010364.6 KBIMX35_25_0912_LINUX_MMDOC_BUNDLEEnglish
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i.MX25 SDK 2009.12 Linux Documentation Bundle

ZIPRev 2009.12Jun 17, 20105.0 MBIMX25_0912_SDK_LINUXDOCS_BUNDLEEnglish
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i.MX25 PDK Windows Embedded CE 6.0 Documentation Bundle. Includes Hello World App note, ReadMe doc, release notes,...

ZIPRev 2009.12Feb 11, 200912.4 MBIMX25_PDK09_12_WIN60DOCS_BUNDLEEnglish
^{White Paper}
i.MX Security Technology - White Paper

PDFRev 1Nov 20, 2014409.6 KBIMXSCRTYWPEnglish
^{White Paper}
XEC-LCD White Paper

PDFRev 0Apr 20, 2011349.5 KBXECLCDWPEnglish

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Design Resources

Design Files

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i.MX25 IBIS Model file i.MX25.ibs' generated by 'i.MX25_writer.pl'

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Hardware

2 hardware offerings

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^{Evaluation and Development Boards}
i.MX25 Product Development KitFeatured

IMX25PDK
^{Evaluation and Development Boards}
KickStart Kit for the i.MX25 Processor Family

IMX25KSB

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^{Evaluation and Development Boards}
Ka-Ro TX Mainboard 7 Developmen

Development system for Ka-Ro TX standard modules: TX25, TX27, TX28, TX28S, TX51, TX53, TX6Q, TXDL, TXS and the new TXUL based on the i.MX 6 Ultra Lite processor

By Ka-Ro electronics GmbH Gold Partner
^{Test Accessories and Debugger}
Arm ULINKpro

The ULINKpro debug and trace unit connects your PC's USB port to your target system and allows you to program, debug, and analyze your applications using its unique strea...

By Arm Platinum Partner
^{Test Accessories and Debugger}
Green Hills Probe

High speed on-chip download, run control and trace.

By Green Hills Software Platinum Partner
^{Test Accessories and Debugger}
TRACE32 JTAG/SWD Debugger for A

Lauterbach has experience in making world class microprocessor development tools since 1979. TRACE32 supports technologies like JTAG, SWD, NEXUS or ETM with embedded debu...

By Lauterbach Gold Partner
^{Test Accessories and Debugger}
Topaz Flasher

The Topaz Flasher is a tool that enables you to update the firmware of a Device Solutions Topaz i.MX25 Development Kit (or derivative custom hardware board).

By GuruCE Gold Partner
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I-jet

I-jet is a high-performing in-circuit debugging probe for ARM. It is capable of delivering power to the target board and measuring target power consumption. I-jet is full...

By IAR Systems Platinum Partner
^{Complementary Silicon or Component}
NOR Flash

Micron manufactures a wide range of NOR Flash products, including Serial and quad SPI, Industry standard Parallel NOR flash and high performance parallel NOR Flash suppor...

By Micron Gold Partner
^{Complementary Silicon or Component}
Low Power DRAM

Low Power DRAM's include LPDDR, LPDDR2, LPDDR3 and LPDDR4 products

By Micron Gold Partner