Hi,
This question is in the same vein of another recent post regarding a catalog version of a similar processor, but we currently have a design that utilizes the SM320DM6446-HIREL for a military avionics display. We are soon expecting an order for a similar display that will require support to 2025 and beyond. Is there a DaVinci processor roadmap available that shows what the anticipated life cycle for the DM6446-HIREL is and if there is any intent to have pin compatible replacements/upgrades in the future? I am concerned because the catalog version of the DM6446 has gone NRND which makes me wonder how much longer the HIREL version will be available. If we start the design of the new display using this same processor, how long will we be able to build these before we start running into last time buy situations? We really don't want to get into a situation where we design and qualify the new display and two years after we complete qualification testing find out we have to do it all over again.
Thanks,
Shawn