FETMX8MP-C System On Module based on NXP i.MX 8M Plus

FETMX8MP-C System On Module(SoM) / Computer on Module is developed and designed based on the NXP i.MX 8M Plus processor, which focuses on machine learning and vision, advanced multimedia, and highly reliable industrial automation. It is designed to meet the demands of applications such as smart cities, industrial IoT, smart healthcare, and intelligent transportation.

Powerful quad-core or dual-core Arm Cortex-A53 processor has a maximum clock frequency of 1.6 GHz and includes a Neural Processing Unit (NPU) capable of up to 2.3 TOPS. It features an integrated Image Signal Processor (ISP) and two camera inputs, enabling efficient advanced vision systems. Multimedia capabilities include video encoding (including H.265) and decoding, 3D/2D graphics acceleration, and various audio and voice features. Real-time control is managed by the Cortex-M7, with a powerful control network featuring CAN FD and dual Gigabit Ethernet, including Time-Sensitive Networking (TSN).

High-speed communication interfaces include 2 x USB 3.0, 1 x PCIe 3.0, 2 x SDIO 3.0, and 2 x CAN-FD, making it suitable for 5G networks, high-definition video, dual-band WiFi, and high-speed industrial Ethernet applications.

The FETMX8MP-C series of System on Module includes two models with different iMX8M processors. For a complete list of iMX8M products, please refer to the Forlinx iMX8M System on Module product family.

Feature of i.MX 8M Plus SoM

Powerful quad-core or dual-core Arm® Cortex®-A53 processor at 1.6GHz, with a Neural Processing Unit (NPU) operating at up to 2.3 TOPS.
Built-in image signal processor (ISP) and two camera inputs to create an effective advanced vision system.
Multimedia functions include video encoding (including H.265) and decoding, 3D/2D graphics acceleration, and multiple audio and voice functions.
Real-time control through Cortex-M7, powerful control network by dual CAN-FD and dual Gigabit Ethernet, with time sensitive networking (TSN).
2 USB3.0, 1 PCIe3.0, 2 SDIO3.0, 2 CAN-FD, and other high-speed communication interfaces for 5G network, high-definition video, dual-band WIFI, high-speed industrial Ethernet, and other applications.

FETMX8MP-C SoM

NXP iMX8M Plus system on module/single board computer High-Performance and Low-Power Consumption Industrial-Grade SoM

High-speed Communication Interface

4K Picture Quality and HiFi Voice Experience

The HDMI interface enables up to 4K display output. Additionally, it is equipped with LVDS and MIPI-DSI display interfaces.
It can support three display interfaces, including three screens with the same display or three screens with different displays.
It incorporates the latest audio technology, such as Cadence® Tensilica® HiFi 4 DSP @ 800 MHz, 6x I2S TDM, DSD512, S/PDIF Tx + Rx, 8-channel PDM microphone input, eARC, and ASRC.

Advanced Multimedia Technology

3D/2D Graphics Acceleration

Machine Learning and Vision

Built-in NPU, AI computing capability 2.3TOPS, meeting the needs of lightweight edge computing

Built-in Image Signal Processor (ISP)

High-Version and High-Stability Operating System

Product Applications

▊ iMX8M Plus SoM/SBC Video

OKMX8MP-C Single Board Computer Demo | iMX8M Plus NXP based

▊ Specifications

iMX8M Plus System On Module Basic Parameters
Product Name	FETMX8MPQ-C	FETMX8MPL-C
CPU	NXP i.MX8M Plus Quad	NXP i.MX8M Plus QuadLite
Architecture	Quad-Core Cortex-A53, Single-Core Cortex-M7	Quad-Core Cortex-A53, Single-Core Cortex-M7
Frequency	1.6GHz + 800MHz	1.6GHz + 800MHz
RAM	1/2/4GB LPDDR4	1/2GB LPDDR4
ROM	8GB / 16GB eMMC	8GB / 16GB eMMC
GPU	GC7000UL（3D） GC520L（2D） OpenGL、OpenCL、Vulkan	GC7000UL（3D） GC520L（2D） OpenGL、OpenCL、Vulkan
NPU	2.3 TOPS	——
Video Hardware Decoding	Resolution: 1080p60 Formats: VP8, VP9, H.264, H.265	——
Video Hardware Encoding	Resolution: 1080p60 Format: H.264, H.265	——
OS Support	Linux5.4.70	Linux5.4.70
OS Support	Android11	——
Working Voltage	5V	5V
Interface Mode	Ultra-thin board-to-board connector (4*80pin pitch 0.5mm)	Ultra-thin board-to-board connector (4*80pin pitch 0.5mm)
Working Temperature	-40℃~+85℃	-40℃~+85℃
Dimensions	62mm × 36mm, Thickness 1.6mm, 8-layer ENIG PCB	62mm × 36mm, Thickness 1.6mm, 8-layer ENIG PCB

iMX8M Plus System On Module Function Parameters
Function	QTY	Parameters
USB	2	The CPU contains 2 USB 3.0/2.0 controllers with integrated PHY; Host mode: Support Super-speed (5Gbit/s), high-speed (480Mbit/s), full-speed (12Mbit/s), low-speed (1.5Mbit/s). Device mode: SS/HS/FS
PCIE	1	Support 1 PCI Express Gen3.
MIPI_CSI	2	Provides two 4-lane MIPI camera serial interfaces, which can work up to 1.5 Gbps.
MIPI_DSI	1	Provides a 4-lane MIPI display serial interface, which can work up to 1.5 Gbps. • 1080 p60 • WUXGA (1920x1200) at 60 Hz • 1920x1440 at 60 Hz • UWHD (2560x1080) at 60 Hz • WQHD (2560x1440) by reduced blanking mode
HDMI	1	Supports HDMI 2.0a display resolution up to 4Kp30Supports HDMI2.1 eARC
LVDS	1	Single channel (4 lanes) supports 720p60 Dual asynchronous channels (8 data, 2clocks) support 1920x1200p60
Ethernet	≤2	Ethernet ≤2 supports 2 RGMII interfaces, one of which supports TSN
SD	≤2	SD2, 4-bit, support 1.8/3.3V mode switching SD1, 8-bit, only support 1.8V mode
UART	≤4	The maximum baud rate supported is 4Mbps.
SPI	≤3	The maximum supported rate is 52Mbit/s, master-slave mode can be configured
I2C	≤5	The highest rate supported in standard mode is 100Kbit/s; The highest rate supported in fast mode is 400Kbit/s.
CAN	≤2	The CAN FD protocol is used to implement the CAN communication controller, and the CAN protocol conforms to the CAN 2.0B protocol specification. (CAN FD requires CPU version support)
SAI	≤6	Synchronous Audio Interface (SAI), a full-duplex serial interface that supports frame synchronization, such as I2S, AC97, tdM, and codec/DSP interfaces.
SPDIF	≤1	A standard audio file transmission format, jointly developed by Sony and Philips.
PWM	≤4	With 16-bit counter;
QSPI	≤1	Has been occupied by the core board, connected to the 16MB Nor Flash
JTAG	1

Note: The parameters in the table are hardware design or CPU theoretical values

Product Name Description
FETMX8MP-C System On Module	General name of products for Forlinx external promotion	FETMX8MPQ-C System On Module	Quad-core processor, currently on sale.
FETMX8MPD-C System On Module	Dual-core processor, unreleased.	FETMX8MPX-C System On Module	The PCB is compatible with Quad-core and Dual-core (processors).
FETMX8MPL-C System On Module	i.MX8M Plus QuadLite Processor

▊ Carrier Board

OKMX8MP-C Single Board Computer

Forlinx offers the OKMX8MP-C Development Board for evaluation of the FETMX8MP-C System on Module. The base board has taken the great computing and multimedia capabilities of the i.MX 8M Plus processor to provide dual Gigabit Ethernet ports, one with TSN, and WiFi/BT and M.2 B-key and mini-PCIe sockets with optional 5G and 4G modules.

The feature-packed board also offers media interfaces including HDMI 2.0a, LVDS, MIPI-DSI with optional touch screen, 2x MIPI-CSI with optional cameras and audio I/O. Other key interfaces include 2x USB 3.0, Type-C, serial and 2x CAN-FD.

Forlinx offers a design service to customize the base board to meet specific requirements.