Overview
The ADSP-SC589KBCZ-4B is a high-performance, power-efficient digital signal processor (DSP) from Analog Devices Inc. It is part of the ADSP-SC58x family, which features dual enhanced SHARC+ cores and an ARM Cortex-A5 core. This processor is designed for applications requiring high floating-point performance and low power consumption, making it suitable for various markets including automotive, professional audio, multi-axis motor control, and energy distribution systems.
Key Specifications
| Parameter | Specification |
|---|---|
| Processor Cores | Dual 500 MHz SHARC+ DSP cores, 500 MHz ARM Cortex-A5 core |
| Memory | Up to 5 Mb (640 kB) Level 1 SRAM per SHARC+ core, 256 kB Level 2 cache, 512 kB on-chip L2 ROM, support for DDR3, DDR2, and LPDDR1 SDRAM |
| Operating Temperature | 0°C to 110°C |
| Package | 529-ball cspBGA, 19x19mm |
| Interfaces | PCIe2.0 (1 lane), SD/SDIO/MMC/eMMC, 2x Dual-SPI and 1x QuadSPI, 3x I2C, 3x UARTs, 2x CAN 2.0, 2x USB 2.0 HS, Gigabit Ethernet |
| Audio Capabilities | Multi-channel low-latency audio interface, S/PDIF Tx/Rx, 8x ASRC pairs, support for TDM and I2S modes |
| Other Features | 8x GP Timers, 1x GP Counter, WDT, RTC, 8-ch 12-bit 1MSPS Housekeeping ADC, Thermal Sensor |
Key Features
- Dual 500 MHz SHARC+ DSP cores and a 500 MHz ARM Cortex-A5 core for high-performance and low power consumption.
- Support for 32-bit, 40-bit, and 64-bit floating-point operations and 32-bit fixed-point operations.
- Powerful DMA system and integrated safety features.
- Cryptographic hardware accelerators, fast secure boot with IP protection, and support for Arm TrustZone.
- High-performance pipelined FFT/IFFT engine, FIR, IIR, HAE, and SINC offload engines.
- Multi-channel low-latency audio interface with S/PDIF Tx/Rx and 8x ASRC pairs.
- Up to 102 GPIO (mux’ed with other interfaces) and various peripheral interfaces like UART, I2C, SPI, and CAN.
- Enhanced Parallel Peripheral Interface (EPPI) for video I/O or parallel converter interface.
- Two Link Ports (bi-directional, 8-bit, up to 150MB/sec).
Applications
- Automotive systems: For advanced driver-assistance systems (ADAS) and other automotive applications requiring high-performance DSP capabilities.
- Professional and consumer audio: For multi-channel audio processing, audio codecs, and other audio-related applications.
- Multi-axis motor control: For industrial motor control systems that require precise and high-speed processing.
- Energy distribution systems: For smart grid and energy management applications that need real-time signal processing.
- Industrial automation: For various industrial automation tasks that require high-performance DSP and low power consumption.
Q & A
- What are the key processor cores in the ADSP-SC589KBCZ-4B?
The ADSP-SC589KBCZ-4B features dual 500 MHz SHARC+ DSP cores and a 500 MHz ARM Cortex-A5 core.
- What is the memory configuration of the ADSP-SC589KBCZ-4B?
The processor includes up to 5 Mb (640 kB) Level 1 SRAM per SHARC+ core, 256 kB Level 2 cache, and 512 kB on-chip L2 ROM, with support for DDR3, DDR2, and LPDDR1 SDRAM.
- What are the operating temperature ranges for the ADSP-SC589KBCZ-4B?
The operating temperature range is from 0°C to 110°C.
- What package type is used for the ADSP-SC589KBCZ-4B?
The processor is packaged in a 529-ball cspBGA, 19x19mm.
- What are some of the key interfaces supported by the ADSP-SC589KBCZ-4B?
The processor supports PCIe2.0 (1 lane), SD/SDIO/MMC/eMMC, 2x Dual-SPI and 1x QuadSPI, 3x I2C, 3x UARTs, 2x CAN 2.0, 2x USB 2.0 HS, and Gigabit Ethernet.
- What audio capabilities does the ADSP-SC589KBCZ-4B offer?
The processor features a multi-channel low-latency audio interface, S/PDIF Tx/Rx, and 8x ASRC pairs, with support for TDM and I2S modes.
- What are some of the other notable features of the ADSP-SC589KBCZ-4B?
The processor includes 8x GP Timers, 1x GP Counter, WDT, RTC, 8-ch 12-bit 1MSPS Housekeeping ADC, and a Thermal Sensor.
- What are the typical applications for the ADSP-SC589KBCZ-4B?
Typical applications include automotive systems, professional and consumer audio, multi-axis motor control, energy distribution systems, and industrial automation.
- How does the ADSP-SC589KBCZ-4B enhance security in applications?
The processor includes cryptographic hardware accelerators, fast secure boot with IP protection, and support for Arm TrustZone.
- What development tools are available for the ADSP-SC589KBCZ-4B?
The ADSP-SC589 EZ-KIT Lite and EZ-Board evaluation systems are available, which include the CrossCore Embedded Studio (CCES) and the ICE-1000 emulator.
