Overview
The ADSP-BF516KBCZ-3 is a high-performance 16/32-bit Blackfin embedded processor from Analog Devices Inc. This processor is part of the Blackfin family, known for its robust signal processing capabilities and flexible architecture. The ADSP-BF516KBCZ-3 is designed to address a wide range of connected applications, including motor control, power line monitoring, biometrics, pro-audio, and femto cells. With its advanced features and dynamic power management, it provides a versatile platform for system designers to develop complex and efficient systems.
Key Specifications
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | Analog Devices Inc. |
| Part Number | ADSP-BF516KBCZ-3 |
| Category | Embedded - DSP (Digital Signal Processors) |
| Series | Blackfin |
| Clock Rate | 300 MHz |
| On-Chip RAM | 116 kB |
| Voltage - Core | 1.30 V |
| Voltage - I/O | 1.8 V, 2.5 V, 3.3 V |
| Operating Temperature | 0°C to +70°C |
| Package / Case | 168-LFBGA, CSPBGA |
| Interface | Ethernet, I2C, PPI, RSI, SPI, SPORT, UART/USART |
Key Features
- High-Performance Core: Up to 400 MHz (800 MMACS) performance with a dual-MAC state-of-the-art signal processing engine.
- Memory and Storage: 116K bytes of on-chip memory, external memory controller with glueless support for SDRAM and asynchronous memories, and optional 16M bit SPI flash with boot option.
- Peripherals: Includes IEEE 802.3-compliant 10/100 Ethernet MAC with IEEE 1588 support, parallel peripheral interface (PPI), two dual-channel full-duplex synchronous serial ports (SPORTs), two SPI ports, two UARTs, and a TWI controller.
- DMA and Interrupts: 12 peripheral DMAs, 2 memory-to-memory DMAs, and an event handler with 56 interrupt inputs.
- Security and Booting: Code security with Lockbox secure technology, one-time-programmable (OTP) memory, and flexible booting options from internal SPI flash, OTP memory, or external memories.
- Power Management: Dynamic power management (DPM) functionality for efficient power usage.
- Timers and Counters: Eight 32-bit timers/counters with PWM support, a 3-phase 16-bit center-based PWM unit, and a real-time clock (RTC) with a watchdog timer).
Applications
- Motor Control: The 3-phase PWM generation unit makes it suitable for motor control applications.
- Power Line Monitoring: Ideal for monitoring and managing power lines due to its advanced signal processing capabilities).
- Biometrics: Used in biometric applications requiring high-performance signal processing).
- Pro-Audio: Suitable for professional audio systems that require high-quality signal processing).
- Femto Cells: Used in femto cell applications due to its Ethernet MAC and other communication peripherals).
- VoIP and Networked Systems: The embedded Ethernet MAC and other peripherals make it a good choice for VoIP and other network-connected systems).
Q & A
- What is the clock rate of the ADSP-BF516KBCZ-3?
The clock rate of the ADSP-BF516KBCZ-3 is 300 MHz).
- What types of memory does the ADSP-BF516KBCZ-3 support?
The ADSP-BF516KBCZ-3 supports 116K bytes of on-chip memory, external SDRAM, SRAM, Flash, and ROM, as well as optional 16M bit SPI flash).
- What are the operating temperature ranges for the ADSP-BF516KBCZ-3?
The operating temperature range for the ADSP-BF516KBCZ-3 is 0°C to +70°C).
- Does the ADSP-BF516KBCZ-3 have Ethernet capabilities?
Yes, the ADSP-BF516KBCZ-3 includes an IEEE 802.3-compliant 10/100 Ethernet MAC with IEEE 1588 support).
- What security features does the ADSP-BF516KBCZ-3 offer?
The ADSP-BF516KBCZ-3 offers code security with Lockbox secure technology and one-time-programmable (OTP) memory).
- What types of interfaces does the ADSP-BF516KBCZ-3 support?
The ADSP-BF516KBCZ-3 supports Ethernet, I2C, PPI, RSI, SPI, SPORT, and UART/USART interfaces).
- Is the ADSP-BF516KBCZ-3 suitable for motor control applications?
Yes, the ADSP-BF516KBCZ-3 is suitable for motor control applications due to its 3-phase PWM generation unit).
- What is the package type of the ADSP-BF516KBCZ-3?
The ADSP-BF516KBCZ-3 is available in a 168-ball CSP_BGA package).
- Does the ADSP-BF516KBCZ-3 support dynamic power management?
Yes, the ADSP-BF516KBCZ-3 features dynamic power management (DPM) functionality).
- What are some common applications of the ADSP-BF516KBCZ-3?
The ADSP-BF516KBCZ-3 is used in applications such as motor control, power line monitoring, biometrics, pro-audio, and femto cells).
