DFI M93053: NXP i.MX93 Series 2.5" SBC

Key Features

• NXP i.MX93 Platform: Target on entry-level applications.
• Wide Voltage Input: Support 9~36VDC.
• 2 GbE LAN: For automation applications.
• CAN bus: For automation equipment integration.
• M.2 Expansions: 1 x M.2 B key 3042 slot.

Visual Description of Bottom View: The bottom view shows the main board with various connectors and components. Key visible elements include USB 2.0 ports, an HDMI port, LAN port, Micro USB 2.0 (OTG), CAN bus, UART debug, SD card slot, and digital I/O.

Visual Description of Top View: The top view highlights the processor, memory modules, and other essential components. Visible connectors and features include Power DC in, M.2 B key 3042, SPI, MIPI-CSI, COM ports (RS-232/422/485), USB 2.0 ports, I²C touch, Front Panel connector, and a Nano SIM slot.

Block Diagram

The block diagram illustrates the system architecture, showing the NXP i.MX93 processor connected to various peripherals. Key connections include:

• Power: 9~36V DC-in via a 2-pin terminal block.
• Memory: 2GB LPDDR4 and eMMC (16GB default, up to 64GB).
• Display Interfaces: LVDS (4-lane), MIPI DSI (4-lane), HDMI (2-lane), MIPI CSI (2-lane).
• Networking: Dual GbE LAN via RJ45 (RTL8211 PHY), CAN bus (ATA6560 transceiver).
• Serial Communication: UART, COM3 (RS-485), UART debug.
• USB: Micro USB 2.0 (OTG), USB 2.0 Type A (x2), USB 2.0 Hub, M.2 B key 3042 (USB 2.0).
• Other Interfaces: Digital I/O (TCA6408A), I²C, Nano SIM slot.

Mechanical Drawing

The mechanical drawing provides the physical dimensions and mounting hole locations for the 2.5" SBC. The board measures 100mm x 72mm. Key dimensions indicated are 3.04mm from edges for mounting holes, with overall dimensions of 100mm and 72mm.

Specifications

System

• Processor: i.MX 93 applications processor (MIMX9352CVVXMAB, Dual core, 1.7GHz, NPU, -40°C~105°C)
• Memory: 2GB LPDDR4 Memory Down

Graphics

• Controller: 2D Graphics: PXP Engine
• Features: Blending/Composition, Resize, Color Space Conversion
• Display Outputs: 1 x HDMI 1.4 (up to 1920x1080 @60Hz), 1 x LVDS (up to 1366x768 @60Hz)

Storage Expansion

• eMMC: 1 x eMMC 5.1 with default 16GB (up to 64GB)
• Interface: 1 x M.2 B key 3042 (USB 2.0)
• SIM: 1 x Nano SIM slot

Ethernet

• PHY: RTL8211
• Ports: 2 x GbE (RJ-45)

Rear I/O

• Serial: 1 x RS485 (2-wire)
• USB: 2 x USB 2.0, 1 x Micro USB 2.0 (OTG)
• Display: 1 x HDMI
• Other: 1 x Download mode switch

Internal I/O

• Serial: 1 x RS232, 1x RS232/422/485 on 2x6 header
• USB: 2 x USB 2.0
• Display: 1 x LVDS LCD Panel connector (Default: 12V/Opt.: 5V)
• Backlight Power: 1 x LCD Backlight Power (Default: 5V/Opt.: 3.3V)
• Storage: 1 x uSD card
• Digital I/O: 1 x 8-bit DIO
• I²C: 1 x I²C / Touch
• CANBus: 1 x CAN bus 2.0b
• Camera: 1 x MIPI-CSI for 2-lanes camera
• Others: 1 x SPI, 1 x Front Panel, 1 x UART debug

Watchdog Timer

• Output & Interval: System Reset, Programmable via Software from 1 to 255 Seconds

Power

• Type: Wide Range 9~36VDC
• Connector: 2-pole terminal block
• Consumption: Typical: 9V @ 0.28A (2.52W); 36V @ 0.10A (3.60W); Max: 9V @ 0.36A (3.24W); 36V @ 0.11A (3.96W)

OS Support

• OS: Linux Yocto 5.0 (Kernel 6.6.23)
• RTC Battery: CR2032 Coin Cell

Environment

• Temperature: Operating: -5°C ~ 65°C; Storage: -40°C ~ 85°C
• Humidity: Operating: 5% ~ 90% RH; Storage: 5% ~ 90% RH
• MTBF: 778,719 hrs @ 25°C; 497,925 hrs @ 45°C; 331,500 hrs @ 60°C; 247,941 hrs @ 70°C (Calculation model: Telcordia Issue 4)

Mechanism

• Dimensions: 2.5" SBC Form Factor, 100mm (3.94") x 72mm (2.83")
• PCB Thickness: 1.6mm

Standards and Certifications

• Certifications: CE, FCC, RoHS, UKCA

Ordering Information

Packing List

• 1 x M93053 board
• 1 x Terminal block for RS485 (COM3)
• 1 x Heat spreader (Height: 11mm)

Optional Items

• 2 pole terminal to DC jack cable
• Power adapter (60W, 12V, DC Jack)
• USB 2.0 cable (Length: 200mm)
• COM port cable (Length: 250mm, COM4/5 port)
• Debug console with cable (Length: 500mm)
• Heat sink (Height: 17.7mm)