Overview
The Texas Instruments AM3352BZCZD60 is a member of the Sitara AM335x family of microprocessors, based on the ARM Cortex-A8 processor. This device is designed to offer high performance, scalability, and a wide range of peripherals and interfaces, making it suitable for various industrial, automotive, and consumer applications. The AM3352BZCZD60 integrates advanced features such as image and graphics processing, multiple interface options, and robust power management.
Key Specifications
| Specification | Details |
|---|---|
| Processor | Up to 1-GHz Sitara™ ARM® Cortex®-A8 32-Bit RISC Processor with NEON™ SIMD Coprocessor |
| Cache Memory | 32KB of L1 Instruction and 32KB of Data Cache with Single-Error Detection (Parity), 256KB of L2 Cache with Error Correcting Code (ECC) |
| On-Chip Memory | 176KB of On-Chip Boot ROM, 64KB of Dedicated RAM, 64KB of General-Purpose On-Chip Memory Controller (OCMC) RAM |
| Display Controller | Up to 24-Bit Data Output; 8 Bits per Pixel (RGB); Resolution up to 2048 × 2048 with Maximum 126-MHz Pixel Clock |
| Analog-to-Digital Converter (ADC) | 12-Bit Successive Approximation Register (SAR) ADC; 200K Samples per Second |
| Touch Screen Controller | Can be Configured to Operate as a 4-Wire, 5-Wire, or 8-Wire Resistive Touch Screen Controller (TSC) Interface |
| External Memory Interfaces | mDDR(LPDDR), DDR2, DDR3, DDR3L (16-bit; 200, 266, 400 MHz); NAND and NOR (16-bit ECC) |
| Operating Temperature Range | –40 to 105°C |
| Power Management | SmartReflex™ Class 2B for Core Voltage Scaling; Dynamic Voltage Frequency Scaling (DVFS); Real-Time Clock (RTC) |
Key Features
- Integrated LCD Interface Display Driver (LIDD) Controller and Raster Controller for various display types including character, passive matrix, and active matrix LCD displays.
- Enhanced Direct Memory Access (EDMA) with up to 64 programmable logical channels and eight QDMA channels.
- Multiple interface options: USB 2.0 HS DRD + PHY, CAN x2 (Ver. 2 A and B), McASP x2 (4 channel), I2C x3, SPI x2, UART x6.
- Industrial Ethernet support: EtherCAT, PROFINET, EtherNet/IP.
- Power, Reset, and Clock Management (PRCM) Module for efficient power management.
- Up to three 32-Bit Enhanced Capture (eCAP) Modules and three Enhanced High-Resolution PWM Modules (eHRPWMs).
- Up to three 32-Bit Enhanced Quadrature Encoder Pulse (eQEP) Modules.
- Debug Interface Support: JTAG and cJTAG for ARM (Cortex-A8 and PRCM), PRU-ICSS Debug.
Applications
- Industrial Automation: The AM3352BZCZD60 supports industrial Ethernet protocols such as EtherCAT, PROFINET, and EtherNet/IP, making it suitable for industrial automation applications.
- Automotive Systems: With its robust power management and wide operating temperature range, it is ideal for automotive systems.
- Consumer Electronics: The integrated display controllers and touch screen capabilities make it a good fit for consumer electronics such as tablets, smartphones, and other handheld devices.
- Medical Devices: The high-performance processing and advanced peripherals make it suitable for medical devices requiring precise and reliable operation.
- IoT Devices: The device's low power consumption and extensive interface options make it a viable choice for Internet of Things (IoT) applications.
Q & A
- What is the core processor of the AM3352BZCZD60?
The core processor is the ARM Cortex-A8 32-Bit RISC Processor with a NEON™ SIMD Coprocessor.
- What is the maximum operating frequency of the AM3352BZCZD60?
The maximum operating frequency is up to 1 GHz.
- What types of display controllers are integrated into the AM3352BZCZD60?
The device includes an LCD Interface Display Driver (LIDD) Controller and a Raster Controller.
- What is the resolution and pixel clock of the display controller?
The resolution is up to 2048 × 2048 with a maximum 126-MHz pixel clock.
- What types of external memory interfaces are supported?
The device supports mDDR(LPDDR), DDR2, DDR3, DDR3L (16-bit; 200, 266, 400 MHz); NAND and NOR (16-bit ECC).
- What is the operating temperature range of the AM3352BZCZD60?
The operating temperature range is –40 to 105°C.
- Does the AM3352BZCZD60 support industrial Ethernet protocols?
Yes, it supports EtherCAT, PROFINET, and EtherNet/IP.
- What is the purpose of the Power, Reset, and Clock Management (PRCM) Module?
The PRCM Module is responsible for power management, including entry and exit of stand-by and deep-sleep modes, sleep sequencing, and wake-up sequencing.
- How many Enhanced Capture (eCAP) and Enhanced High-Resolution PWM (eHRPWM) Modules are available?
There are up to three 32-Bit Enhanced Capture (eCAP) Modules and three Enhanced High-Resolution PWM Modules (eHRPWMs).
- What debug interfaces are supported by the AM3352BZCZD60?
The device supports JTAG and cJTAG for ARM (Cortex-A8 and PRCM), PRU-ICSS Debug.
