Overview
The ADSP-BF527KBCZ-6C2 is a high-performance 16/32-bit Blackfin embedded processor from Analog Devices Inc. This processor is designed to address a wide range of portable applications, including consumer, communications, and industrial/instrumentation sectors. It features a flexible cache architecture, an enhanced DMA subsystem, and dynamic power management (DPM) functionality, making it a versatile platform for various use cases.
The ADSP-BF527 is particularly well-suited for IP-connected applications such as VoIP phones and IP cameras, offering a convergent solution that integrates voice and video signal processing with RISC MCU capabilities. This unified core architecture simplifies software development, debugging, and deployment, while reducing overall system costs.
Key Specifications
| Specification | Details |
|---|---|
| Processor Core | 16/32-bit Blackfin processor core, up to 600 MHz (1200 MMACS) |
| Memory | 132K bytes of on-chip memory, external memory controller supporting SDRAM, SRAM, Flash, or ROM |
| Package | 289-ball, 12x12 mm, 0.5 mm pitch mini-BGA (CSP_BGA) |
| Temperature Range | 0°C to +70°C (Commercial), -40°C to +85°C (Industrial) |
| Peripherals | USB 2.0 high speed OTG, IEEE 802.3-compliant 10/100 Ethernet MAC, dual-channel full-duplex synchronous serial ports, 12 peripheral DMA channels, NAND flash controller, SPI, UARTs, TWI controller, timers/counters, real-time clock, watchdog timer |
| Security | Lockbox Secure Technology with one-time-programmable (OTP) memory |
| Voltage Regulation | Programmable on-chip voltage regulator |
Key Features
- High Performance: Up to 600 MHz clock speed with two 16-bit MACs, two 40-bit ALUs, four 8-bit video ALUs, and a 40-bit shifter.
- Flexible Cache Architecture: Enhances system performance and efficiency.
- Enhanced DMA Subsystem: Includes 12 peripheral DMA channels and two memory-to-memory DMAs.
- Dynamic Power Management (DPM): Optimizes power consumption for portable applications.
- Security: Lockbox Secure Technology with OTP memory for code and content protection.
- Networking Capabilities: Ethernet 10/100 MII interface and support for WiFi 802.11 a/b/g modules.
- Memory Management: Memory management unit providing memory protection and flexible booting options.
- Peripheral Interfaces: USB 2.0 OTG, SPI, UARTs, TWI, and NAND flash controller.
Applications
- Consumer Electronics: VoIP phones, IP cameras, and other multimedia devices.
- Communications: Networked devices, broadband home gateways, and telecommunications equipment.
- Industrial/Instrumentation: Control systems, industrial automation, and medical devices.
- Automotive: Qualified for automotive applications, suitable for automotive vision systems and other in-vehicle technologies.
Q & A
- What is the maximum clock speed of the ADSP-BF527KBCZ-6C2?
The maximum clock speed is up to 600 MHz.
- What type of memory does the ADSP-BF527KBCZ-6C2 support?
The processor supports 132K bytes of on-chip memory and has an external memory controller for SDRAM, SRAM, Flash, or ROM.
- What security features does the ADSP-BF527KBCZ-6C2 offer?
The processor includes Lockbox Secure Technology with one-time-programmable (OTP) memory for code and content protection.
- Does the ADSP-BF527KBCZ-6C2 support Ethernet and USB interfaces?
- What is the temperature range for the ADSP-BF527KBCZ-6C2?
The temperature range is 0°C to +70°C for commercial and -40°C to +85°C for industrial applications.
- What is the package type and size of the ADSP-BF527KBCZ-6C2?
The package is a 289-ball, 12x12 mm, 0.5 mm pitch mini-BGA (CSP_BGA).
- Does the ADSP-BF527KBCZ-6C2 support NAND flash devices?
- What are some of the key peripherals supported by the ADSP-BF527KBCZ-6C2?
The processor supports dual-channel full-duplex synchronous serial ports, SPI, UARTs, TWI, and timers/counters among others.
- Is the ADSP-BF527KBCZ-6C2 suitable for automotive applications?
- What is the purpose of the dynamic power management (DPM) in the ADSP-BF527KBCZ-6C2?
The DPM functionality optimizes power consumption for portable applications.
