Overview
The ADSP-BF532SBBCZ400 is a high-performance embedded processor from Analog Devices Inc., part of the Blackfin family of products. This processor integrates the Analog Devices, Inc./Intel Micro Signal Architecture (MSA) and combines a dual-MAC signal processing engine with a RISC-like microprocessor instruction set and single instruction, multiple data (SIMD) multimedia capabilities. The ADSP-BF532 is designed for ease of programming and compiler-friendly support, making it suitable for a wide range of digital communication and consumer multimedia applications.
Key Specifications
| Specification | Details |
|---|---|
| Processor Speed | Up to 600 MHz |
| MACs | Two 16-bit MACs |
| ALUs | Two 40-bit ALUs, four 8-bit video ALUs, 40-bit shifter |
| Instruction Set | RISC-like register and instruction model |
| On-Chip Memory | Up to 148K bytes: 16K bytes of instruction SRAM/Cache, 64K bytes of instruction SRAM, 32K bytes of data SRAM/Cache, 32K bytes of data SRAM, 4K bytes of scratchpad SRAM |
| Operating Voltage | 0.8 V to 1.2 V core VDD with on-chip voltage regulation, 3.3 V and 2.5 V tolerant I/O |
| Packages | 160-ball CSP_BGA, 169-ball PBGA, 176-lead LQFP |
| Peripherals | Parallel peripheral interface (PPI), two dual-channel synchronous serial ports, SPI-compatible port, three 32-bit timer/counters with PWM support, real-time clock, watchdog timer, 32-bit core timer, up to 16 GPIO pins, UART with IrDA support |
Key Features
- Advanced debug, trace, and performance monitoring
- Programmable on-chip voltage regulator
- Qualified for Automotive Applications
- Dynamic power management to optimize performance vs. power consumption
- Memory management unit providing memory protection
- External memory controller with glueless support for SDRAM, SRAM, flash, and ROM
- Flexible memory booting options from SPI and external memory
- Event handler and debug/JTAG interface
- On-chip PLL capable of frequency multiplication
Applications
The ADSP-BF532 is highly integrated and suitable for various applications including:
- Digital communication systems
- Consumer multimedia devices
- Automotive systems
- Portable low power appliances
- Industrial control and automation
Q & A
- What is the maximum operating frequency of the ADSP-BF532?
The ADSP-BF532 operates up to 600 MHz.
- What types of ALUs are included in the ADSP-BF532?
The processor includes two 40-bit ALUs, four 8-bit video ALUs, and a 40-bit shifter.
- What is the on-chip memory configuration of the ADSP-BF532?
The on-chip memory includes up to 148K bytes: 16K bytes of instruction SRAM/Cache, 64K bytes of instruction SRAM, 32K bytes of data SRAM/Cache, 32K bytes of data SRAM, and 4K bytes of scratchpad SRAM.
- What are the available package options for the ADSP-BF532?
The processor is available in 160-ball CSP_BGA, 169-ball PBGA, and 176-lead LQFP packages.
- Does the ADSP-BF532 support automotive applications?
- What kind of power management does the ADSP-BF532 offer?
The processor features dynamic power management, allowing for the variation of both voltage and frequency to lower overall power consumption.
- What peripherals are supported by the ADSP-BF532?
The processor supports a parallel peripheral interface (PPI), two dual-channel synchronous serial ports, an SPI-compatible port, three 32-bit timer/counters with PWM support, a real-time clock, a watchdog timer, a 32-bit core timer, up to 16 GPIO pins, and a UART with IrDA support.
- How does the ADSP-BF532 facilitate debugging and performance monitoring?
The processor includes advanced debug, trace, and performance monitoring capabilities, along with an event handler and debug/JTAG interface.
- What is the significance of the RISC-like instruction set in the ADSP-BF532?
The RISC-like register and instruction model provides ease of programming and compiler-friendly support.
- Can the ADSP-BF532 boot from external memory?
