Microchip Technology (Nasdaq: MCHP) today announced its SAMA7D65 series of microprocessors based on an Arm® Cortex®-A7 core up to 1 GHz, available in System-in-Package (SiP) with 2 Gb of DDR3L RAM and System-on-Chip (SoC) configurations. The SAMA7D65 series microprocessors are designed for human-machine interface (HMI) and connectivity applications, thanks to their advanced graphics capabilities.
Among the graphic features of the SAMA7D65 microprocessors are their LVDS and MIPI DSI® interfaces and a 2D graphics processor, which allow more data to be transmitted and processed for efficient graphics performance, making it an optimal solution for HMI in the industrial, medical and transport markets.
The SAMA7D65 microprocessors, with their advanced audio and connectivity features, include dual Gigabit Ethernet with TSN (Time Sensitive Networking) support, enabling the precise synchronization and low-latency communication essential for real-time systems. These features target HMI applications in industrial and building automation, where error-free data exchange and deterministic networking are paramount for fast and reliable user interfaces.
The SAMA7D65D2G SiP integrates 2 GB of DDR3L memory for high-speed synchronous dynamic random access operations, while its low-power design also improves energy efficiency. SiPs are designed to accelerate the design process and time to market by addressing the design requirements of high-speed memory interfaces and simplifying memory power delivery.
“The SAMA7D65 series enhances the performance of HMI applications by combining advanced graphics, low latency, and connectivity with optimized power consumption for energy-efficient design,” said Rod Drake, corporate vice president of Microchip’s high-performance microcontroller and microprocessor business units. “Its SiP version with integrated DDR3L, designated SAMA7D65D2G, streamlines R&D efforts and minimizes logistical challenges, providing our customers with a seamless and efficient design-to-production process.”.
The SAMA7D65 series targets applications with interactive touchscreens and complements Microchip's existing 1 GHz SAMA7G54 microprocessor based on the Arm Cortex-A7. Embedded system developers using Microchip microprocessors can leverage the Microchip Graphics Suite, a platform designed to build sophisticated graphical user interfaces (GUIs) and other graphical applications within the MPLAB® Harmony v3 and Linux® software platforms. This comprehensive solution for designing GUIs and other graphical applications helps designers improve project reusability and simplifies design complexities.
The portfolio of 32- and 64-bit Arm and RISC-V-based microprocessors offers powerful and flexible solutions for applications ranging from consumer products to space missions. In addition to its single- and multi-core SOM and SiP microprocessors, Microchip offers other essential components for these applications, such as connectivity, security, power management, timing, and memory. For more information on the SAMA7D65 microprocessors, please visit the website.
Development Tools:
The SAMA7D65 microprocessors are supported by Microchip Graphics Suite (MGS), as well as other third-party tools. For customers developing RTOS (real-time operating systems) or bare-metal systems, these microprocessors are supported by MPLAB Harmony v3. Linux support is provided through Microchip's main Linux distribution. The SAMA7D65 Curiosity development board is also available for evaluating the SAMA7D65 series.
Pricing and Availability:
The SAMA7D65 microprocessor is now available for purchase in production quantities. For more information and to purchase, contact a Microchip sales representative, an authorized distributor, or visit the Microchip Purchasing and Customer Service website.
