MC9328MXLVM20 - i.MXL ARM920T MPU 200MHz 256-PBGA | NXP Semiconductors
MPN: MC9328MXLVM20 ✗ End of Life| Qty | Unit Price | Extended |
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| 1 | $28.5 | $28.50 |
| 10 | $25.75 | $257.50 |
| 100 | $22.4 | $2,240.00 |
| 500 | $18.9 | $9,450.00 |
| 1,000 | $16.2 | $16,200.00 |
MC9328MXLVM20 Overview
An applications processor (AP) is a system-on-chip (SoC) class microprocessor that integrates CPU, memory controller, and a range of peripheral interfaces into a single package, optimized for embedded multimedia products rather than general-purpose computing. The i.MXL sits within the i.MX family hierarchy (i.MX1 → i.MX21 → i.MX25 → ...), which itself derives from the ARM9-based DragonBall/Freescale MX line; this positions the part at the low-power, mid-performance tier for handheld terminals, PDAs, and industrial HMI panels of its era.
Key features include the ARM920T core with separate 16 KB instruction and 16 KB data caches, a Harvard MMU, integrated SRAM, an LCD controller with dedicated DMA, an external memory interface for SDRAM, NAND/NOR flash and PCMCIA/CF, plus USB 1.1 device, I²S audio, SPI, I²C, UART, and MMC/SD interfaces. Power management is handled via multiple on-chip voltage domains and clock-gating, supporting the low-duty-cycle workloads of battery-powered products.
Architecturally, the ARM920T core pairs a Harvard cache structure with a write buffer and a full MMU, allowing Linux and WinCE operating systems to run natively. The integrated peripherals share an AHB/APB bus fabric, with DMA channels to offload the CPU during display refresh and memory-move operations. The 200 MHz speed grade enables QVGA/VGA-resolution LCD output without external graphics hardware.
Typical applications include handheld data terminals, industrial HMI panels, portable medical instruments, point-of-sale terminals, MP3/multimedia players, and early-generation PDAs/smartphones. The wide peripheral mix makes the part a single-chip solution for products requiring display, touch input, removable storage (MMC/SD), and USB connectivity in a compact footprint.
Designers should note that the MC9328MXLVM20 has been classified Obsolete/EOL by NXP. New designs should consider the modern i.MX RT or i.MX 6/7/8 families; this part remains in service only for legacy product maintenance, repair, and refurbishment. PCB designers must follow the 14 × 14 mm MAPBGA land pattern exactly, with controlled-impedance routing for SDRAM signals.
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Variants in this series
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MC9328MXLVM20 Maximum Ratings & Electrical Characteristics
| Processor Core | ARM920T (ARM9TDMI compatible) |
| Core Count | 1 |
| Data Bus Width | 32-bit |
| Maximum Core Frequency | 200 MHz |
| Cache | 16 KB instruction + 16 KB data (Harvard) |
| MMU | Yes (full) |
| Instruction Set | ARM9TDMI / ARMv4T |
| Package Type | MAPBGA (Plastic Mold Array Process-Ball Grid Array) |
| Pin Count | 256 |
| Package Dimensions | 14 mm × 14 mm |
| Mounting Type | Surface Mount |
| Operating Temperature Grade | Commercial |
| Integrated Peripherals | USB 1.1 device, LCD controller, MMC/SD host, I²S, SPI, I²C, UART |
| External Memory Interface | SDRAM, NAND/NOR flash, PCMCIA/CF |
MC9328MXLVM20 14 mm × 14 mm Pin Configuration Guide
Pin configuration for MC9328MXLVM20 (14 mm × 14 mm package). This digital IC includes GPIO, communication interfaces (UART, SPI, I2C), and power pins. Refer to the manufacturer datasheet for alternate pin functions and configuration options. Essential for embedded system design and PCB layout.
No detailed pinout data available for MC9328MXLVM20.
Refer to the datasheet for full pin configuration.
Typical Applications
MC9328MXLVM20 is suitable for 6 applications: Handheld Data Terminals, Industrial HMI Panels, Portable Medical Instruments, Point-of-Sale Terminals, Portable Multimedia Players, Early PDAs and Smartphones.
Handheld Data Terminals
The MC9328MXLVM20's 200 MHz ARM920T core with integrated LCD controller and USB 1.1 device made it a single-chip solution for handheld barcode scanners and data-capture terminals of the early 2000s. Its 16 KB + 16 KB Harvard cache and full MMU enabled lightweight WinCE or embedded Linux, while the dedicated LCD DMA offloaded display refresh from the CPU, leaving bandwidth for barcode decoding and wireless-stack handling. The MMC/SD host controller supported removable storage for field data, and the wide peripheral set (UART, SPI, I²C) connected to scanner modules, keypads, and radio modules without external glue logic. Designers valued the compact 256-MAPBGA 14×14 mm footprint for slim-form-factor enclosures. Power-management domains allowed the LCD, USB, and CPU to be gated independently for battery-life extension. As of 2026, the part is obsolete but remains in service for legacy terminal fleets requiring repair and refurbishment.
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Industrial HMI Panels
The MC9328MXLVM20 served industrial human-machine interface (HMI) panels where a color TFT LCD, touch controller, and field-bus connectivity were needed in a single SoC. The integrated LCD controller with DMA drove QVGA/VGA panels without external graphics hardware, reducing BOM and PCB area. The external memory interface to SDRAM (16-/32-bit) provided sufficient bandwidth for screen refresh, while NAND flash support enabled reliable on-board program storage in factory environments. Multiple UARTs and SPI ports connected to Modbus, Profibus, or CAN bridges for industrial networking. The full MMU supported industrial-grade Linux distributions and WinCE runtimes. Operating temperature grade of the commercial variant suits factory-floor enclosures with climate control. As of 2026, only legacy panels in the field remain in service, supporting the obsolete-part EOL channel for repair.
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Portable Medical Instruments
The MC9328MXLVM20 powered early-generation portable medical instruments such as handheld ultrasound probes, patient monitors, and point-of-care diagnostic devices where low-power multimedia processing was essential. The ARM920T at 200 MHz handled DSP-like routines for signal preprocessing, while the LCD controller drove diagnostic displays with overlay graphics. The I²S audio interface supported digital stethoscope and auscultation pipelines. Low-duty-cycle operation was achievable through clock-gating the CPU and peripheral domains during idle. Commercial temperature grade suited clinical environments; medical-grade variants required separate qualification. The compact 256-MAPBGA footprint enabled pocket-sized enclosures. As of 2026, this obsolete NXP part is supported only for legacy medical-device repair; new designs use modern i.MX RT or i.MX 8M Mini platforms with full IEC 60601-1 support.
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Point-of-Sale Terminals
The MC9328MXLVM20 enabled compact point-of-sale (POS) terminals integrating a small LCD, keypad, magnetic-stripe reader, and receipt printer interface in a single-chip design. The integrated LCD controller drove clerk-side and customer-side displays; multiple UARTs connected to the printer, cash drawer, and PIN-pad. The USB 1.1 device port enabled PC-based programming and firmware update. MMC/SD storage held transaction logs and firmware. The full MMU supported embedded Linux with POSIX APIs for payment-stack porting. The 14×14 mm MAPBGA kept PCB area small, enabling slim countertop form factors. As of 2026, only legacy POS units in the field depend on this obsolete part; new designs use i.MX 6ULL or i.MX 8M Nano with PCI-certified security.
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Portable Multimedia Players
The MC9328MXLVM20 was designed into early MP3 and portable video players where audio decoding, JPEG rendering, and a color LCD converged in a battery-powered device. The ARM920T core decoded compressed audio streams, while the LCD controller with DMA refreshed QVGA panels without CPU intervention, leaving headroom for codec work. The I²S interface drove external audio DACs and headphone amplifiers. MMC/SD storage provided removable media for content. USB 1.1 device supported file transfer from a PC. Clock-gated power domains and a low-leakage process helped meet battery-life targets. Commercial temperature grade suited consumer use. As of 2026, this obsolete part remains in service only for legacy player repair; new designs use Cortex-A class i.MX 8M with hardware video codecs.
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Early PDAs and Smartphones
The MC9328MXLVM20 was the heart of early-generation PDAs and pre-smartphone handheld organizers running WinCE or embedded Linux. Its 200 MHz ARM920T with MMU hosted a touch-driven graphical UI, handwriting recognition, and PIM applications, while the integrated LCD controller drove reflective TFT panels. The touch-screen interface connected via SPI or external ADC. The MMC/SD slot held user storage; the USB device port enabled ActiveSync-style PC sync. Multiple UARTs and I²C supported GPS, Bluetooth, and Wi-Fi companion modules. The 14×14 mm MAPBGA allowed slim handheld enclosures with battery packs of modest capacity. As of 2026, this obsolete part is used only for legacy device repair; modern smartphones use 64-bit Cortex-A application processors.
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Engineering reference data for MC9328MXLVM20 — comparison, design guidance, and compliance information.
Selection Guide
Comparison with Alternatives
| Parameter | This Product | MC9328MXLVF15 | MC9328MXLVF20 | MC9328MXLVM15 | MCIMX1CVF15 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Package | MAPBGA-256 (14x14) | MAPBGA-256 (14x14) - same | MAPBGA-256 (14x14) - same | MAPBGA-256 (14x14) - same | MAPBGA-256 (14x14) - same outline, different ball map |
| Brand | NXP Semiconductors (formerly Freescale) | NXP Semiconductors | NXP Semiconductors | NXP Semiconductors | NXP Semiconductors |
| Core Clock | 200 MHz | 150 MHz (-25%) | 200 MHz (same) | 150 MHz (-25%) | 150 MHz (-25%) |
| Core Architecture | ARM920T | ARM920T (same) | ARM920T (same) | ARM920T (same) | ARM920T (same) |
| Cache (I/D) | 16 KB + 16 KB | 16 KB + 16 KB | 16 KB + 16 KB | 16 KB + 16 KB | 16 KB + 16 KB |
| Integrated USB | USB 1.1 device | USB 1.1 device | USB 1.1 device | USB 1.1 device | USB 1.1 device |
| LCD Controller | Yes (with DMA) | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes (enhanced) |
| Lifecycle Status | Obsolete | Obsolete | Obsolete | Obsolete | Obsolete |
Key Differentiators
- Same package, same peripheral set, lower clock (vs MC9328MXLVF15)
- Same package, identical speed grade, alternative lot source (vs MC9328MXLVF20)
- i.MX1 successor in same physical package outline (vs MCIMX1CVF15)
Design Notes
The MAPBGA-256 package has a thermal resistance in the 20-30 C/W range depending on PCB stack-up (refer to manufacturer datasheet). At 200 MHz core clock, the i.MXL draws roughly 100-150 mW active; engineers should provide a continuous ground plane beneath the BGA and thermal vias under the die-attached pad to conduct heat into inner copper layers. For sealed enclosures with limited airflow, derate clock speed or move to a lower-power speed grade (VF15) to keep junction temperature within commercial limits.
Use a 6-layer PCB stack-up with dedicated ground and power planes beneath the MAPBGA-256 footprint. Route SDRAM signals (D0-D31, A0-A14, RAS, CAS, BA0-1, CLK, CKE) with matched length (±50 mil) and 50 Ω controlled impedance to avoid signal-integrity failures at 200 MHz. Place decoupling capacitors (0.1 µF + 10 µF) within 50 mil of every power pin. Fan-out the BGA on a 0.8 mm pitch - escape vias should be 0.2 mm laser-drilled with filled-and-capped plating for reliable assembly. Follow IPC-7351 and the Freescale/NXP reference design for the boot-mode strap configuration.
Do not assume the i.MXL is RoHS/REACH compliant - the part predates RoHS and was originally lead-bearing; lead-free reflow profiles must be qualified per JEDEC J-STD-020. Boot-mode strapping resistors on the MODE pins must match the datasheet's reset-configuration table or the part will fail to start. SDRAM initialization timing (tRCD, tRP, tMRD) must be programmed per the specific SDRAM datasheet in use - generic ARM920T code rarely works without tuning. Finally, supply-voltage sequencing between the 1.8 V core and 3.3 V I/O rails must follow the power-on order specified in the datasheet to avoid latch-up.
Compliance Information
Part predates RoHS directive (2003); original Freescale datasheet does not declare RoHS/REACH compliance. Lead-bearing variants were standard at release. No current compliance documentation exists because the part is Obsolete. Not applicable for AEC-Q100 (automotive-grade) qualification - commercial temperature grade only.
