Overview
The ADSP-SC572BBCZ-4 is a high-performance digital signal processor (DSP) from Analog Devices Inc., part of the ADSP-SC57x series. This processor integrates a dual-core SHARC+ DSP with an ARM Cortex-A5 core, making it suitable for advanced floating-point real-time DSP applications. The ADSP-SC572BBCZ-4 is designed to deliver high performance and power efficiency, leveraging the strengths of both the SHARC+ and ARM architectures.
Key Specifications
| Specification | Details |
|---|---|
| Processor Cores | Dual-enhanced SHARC+ cores, ARM Cortex-A5 core |
| SHARC+ Core Frequency | Up to 500 MHz per SHARC+ core |
| ARM Cortex-A5 Frequency | Up to 500 MHz, 800 DMIPS with NEON/VFPv4-D16/Jazelle |
| L1 SRAM Memory per SHARC+ Core | Up to 3 Mb (384 kB) with parity (optional) |
| L1 Cache (ARM Cortex-A5) | 32 kB instruction cache, 32 kB data cache with parity |
| L2 Cache | 256 kB with parity |
| Memory Interface | Support for DDR3, DDR2, or LPDDR1 SDRAM devices |
| Package Type | 400-ball CSP_BGA (17mm x 17mm x 1.5mm), RoHS compliant |
| Operating Temperature | –40°C to +125°C |
Key Features
- Dual-enhanced SHARC+ high-performance floating-point cores with up to 500 MHz per core.
- ARM Cortex-A5 core with NEON and VFPv4-D16/Jazelle extensions, running up to 500 MHz and 800 DMIPS.
- Large on-chip L1 SRAM (up to 3 Mb per SHARC+ core) and L2 SRAM (up to 1 MB) with ECC protection.
- Support for 32-bit, 40-bit, and 64-bit floating-point operations and 32-bit fixed point operations.
- Advanced hardware accelerators including FIR/IIR offload engines, FFT/iFFT, and SINC filters.
- Integrated peripherals such as Gigabit Ethernet (with AVB), MLB, USB, CAN, and SDIO.
- Security features including cryptographic hardware accelerators, fast secure boot with IP protection, and support for ARM TrustZone.
- Powerful DMA system and on-chip memory protection.
- Qualified for automotive applications with low system power across the automotive temperature range.
Applications
- Automotive audio systems: High-performance audio processing and real-time signal processing.
- Industrial automation: Advanced control and signal processing in industrial environments.
- Medical imaging: High-speed processing for medical imaging applications.
- Consumer audio: Advanced audio processing for consumer electronics.
Q & A
- What is the ADSP-SC572BBCZ-4 processor based on?
The ADSP-SC572BBCZ-4 is based on the SHARC+ dual-core DSP and the ARM Cortex-A5 core.
- What are the maximum frequencies of the SHARC+ and ARM Cortex-A5 cores?
The SHARC+ cores can run up to 500 MHz, and the ARM Cortex-A5 core can run up to 500 MHz and 800 DMIPS.
- What type of memory does the ADSP-SC572BBCZ-4 support?
The processor supports up to 3 Mb L1 SRAM per SHARC+ core, 256 kB L2 cache, and external DDR3, DDR2, or LPDDR1 SDRAM devices.
- What are the key hardware accelerators in the ADSP-SC572BBCZ-4?
The processor includes FIR/IIR offload engines, FFT/iFFT, and SINC filters.
- What are the integrated peripherals of the ADSP-SC572BBCZ-4?
The processor includes Gigabit Ethernet (with AVB), MLB, USB, CAN, and SDIO.
- Does the ADSP-SC572BBCZ-4 have security features?
Yes, it includes cryptographic hardware accelerators, fast secure boot with IP protection, and support for ARM TrustZone.
- What is the operating temperature range of the ADSP-SC572BBCZ-4?
The operating temperature range is –40°C to +125°C.
- What package type is the ADSP-SC572BBCZ-4 available in?
The processor is available in a 400-ball CSP_BGA package.
- Is the ADSP-SC572BBCZ-4 qualified for automotive applications?
Yes, it is qualified for automotive applications with low system power across the automotive temperature range.
- What are the typical applications of the ADSP-SC572BBCZ-4?
Typical applications include automotive audio, industrial automation, medical imaging, and consumer audio.
