Overview
The AM5708BCBDJAR is a Sitara processor from Texas Instruments, designed to offer a cost-optimized solution with a blend of high-performance processing, multimedia capabilities, and robust security features. This processor integrates an Arm Cortex-A15 microprocessor subsystem, a C66x floating-point VLIW DSP, and various peripherals to support a wide range of applications. The AM5708 is particularly suited for industrial communication, human-machine interface (HMI), automation and control, and high-performance applications.
Key Specifications
| Specification | Details |
|---|---|
| Processor | Arm Cortex-A15 microprocessor subsystem |
| DSP | C66x floating-point VLIW DSP |
| Memory | Up to 512KB of on-chip L3 RAM, DDR3/DDR3L Memory Interface (EMIF) supporting up to 2GB |
| Graphics | Single-core PowerVR SGX544 3D GPU, Vivante GC320 2D graphics core |
| Video Processing | IVA-HD subsystem with 4K @ 15fps encode and decode support for H.264 CODEC, Video Processing Engine (VPE) |
| Display Subsystem | Full-HD video (1920 × 1080p, 60 fps), HDMI 1.4a and DVI 1.0 compliant |
| Security | Secure boot support, cryptographic acceleration (AES, 3DES, SHA), trusted execution environment (TEE) support |
| Peripherals | Multiple UART/IrDA/CIR modules, McSPI, QSPI, McASP, USB 3.0 and USB 2.0 dual-role devices, MMC/SD/SDIO interfaces |
| Package | 538-pin FCBGA (CBD) package, 17 mm × 17 mm, 0.65-mm pitch |
Key Features
- Arm Cortex-A15 microprocessor subsystem and C66x floating-point VLIW DSP for high-performance processing
- IVA-HD subsystem supporting 4K video encoding and decoding
- Display subsystem with Full-HD video support and multiple video input/output options
- Secure boot support with hardware-enforced root-of-trust and cryptographic acceleration
- Trusted execution environment (TEE) support based on Arm TrustZone
- Programmable real-time unit and industrial communication subsystem (PRU-ICSS)
- Multiple serial interfaces including UART, McSPI, QSPI, and McASP
- USB 3.0 and USB 2.0 dual-role devices, MMC/SD/SDIO interfaces
- PCI Express 3.0 subsystem with integrated PHY
Applications
- Industrial communication
- Human Machine Interface (HMI)
- Automation and control
- High-performance applications
- General use in various embedded systems
Q & A
- What is the primary processor in the AM5708?
The primary processor is an Arm Cortex-A15 microprocessor subsystem.
- What type of DSP does the AM5708 include?
The AM5708 includes a C66x floating-point VLIW DSP.
- What is the maximum memory capacity supported by the AM5708?
The AM5708 supports up to 2GB of DDR3/DDR3L memory.
- Does the AM5708 support 4K video processing?
- What security features are available on the AM5708?
The AM5708 includes secure boot support, cryptographic acceleration, and trusted execution environment (TEE) support based on Arm TrustZone.
- What types of USB interfaces are supported by the AM5708?
The AM5708 supports both USB 3.0 and USB 2.0 dual-role devices.
- Does the AM5708 have PCI Express capabilities?
- What is the package type and size of the AM5708?
The AM5708 comes in a 538-pin FCBGA (CBD) package, measuring 17 mm × 17 mm with a 0.65-mm pitch.
- What are some common applications for the AM5708?
- Does the AM5708 support multiple serial interfaces?
