Overview
The Texas Instruments DLPC900AZPC is a scalable digital micromirror device (DMD) controller designed to support the reliable operation of various high-resolution DMDs, including the DLP500YX, DLP5500, DLP6500, DLP670S, and DLP9000. This high-performance controller enables programmable, high-speed pattern rates for advanced light control, particularly in industrial, medical, and scientific applications. It is optimized for fast and accurate 3D scanning, 3D printing, and high-resolution imaging applications. The DLPC900AZPC features 128 megabytes of internal DRAM and supports external flash storage, facilitating the buffering of multiple patterns. It also includes input and output triggers for easy synchronization with cameras, sensors, and other peripherals.
Key Specifications
| Specification | Details |
|---|---|
| Package | BGA (516 pins) |
| Operating Temperature Range | 0°C to 55°C |
| Internal DRAM | 128 megabytes |
| External Flash Capability | 128 megabytes |
| Pattern Rates | Up to 16129 Hz (1-bit pre-stored pattern mode), 2016 Hz (8-bit pre-stored pattern mode with illumination modulation), 1008 Hz (16-bit pre-stored pattern mode with illumination modulation) |
| Input Mapping | 1-to-1 input mapping to micromirrors |
| Triggers | Two configurable input and output triggers |
| Control Interfaces | One USB 1.1 target port, three I2C ports |
| Video Mode | Dual 24-bit RGB inputs up to 120 Hz, YUV, YCrCb, or RGB data format |
| Video Resolution | Standard video from XGA to WQXGA |
| Body Size | 27.00 mm × 27.00 mm |
Key Features
- Scalable controller supporting multiple DMDs (DLP500YX, DLP5500, DLP6500, DLP670S, and DLP9000) for high-resolution industrial and display applications.
- Supports multiple high-speed pattern rates for advanced light control.
- 128 megabytes of internal DRAM and 128 megabytes of external flash capability.
- 1-to-1 input mapping to micromirrors.
- Easy synchronization with cameras and sensors via two configurable input and output triggers.
- Fully programmable GPIO and PWM signals.
- Multiple control interfaces including one USB 1.1 target port and three I2C ports.
- LED enable and PWM generators.
- Video mode with dual 24-bit RGB inputs up to 120 Hz and support for YUV, YCrCb, or RGB data format.
Applications
- 3D machine vision and optical inspection.
- 3D printing and additive manufacturing.
- Ophthalmology.
- 3D scanners for limb and skin measurement.
- Intelligent and adaptive lighting.
- 3D imaging microscopes.
- Direct imaging lithography.
- Laser marking and repair.
- Hyper-spectral scanning.
- Medical imaging, including ophthalmology.
Q & A
- What is the primary function of the DLPC900AZPC?
The DLPC900AZPC is a scalable digital micromirror device (DMD) controller that supports the operation of various high-resolution DMDs for advanced light control in industrial, medical, and scientific applications.
- Which DMDs are supported by the DLPC900AZPC?
The DLPC900AZPC supports DLP500YX, DLP5500, DLP6500, DLP670S, and DLP9000 DMDs.
- What are the high-speed pattern rates supported by the DLPC900AZPC?
The DLPC900AZPC supports pattern rates up to 16129 Hz (1-bit pre-stored pattern mode), 2016 Hz (8-bit pre-stored pattern mode with illumination modulation), and 1008 Hz (16-bit pre-stored pattern mode with illumination modulation).
- How much internal DRAM does the DLPC900AZPC have?
The DLPC900AZPC has 128 megabytes of internal DRAM.
- What are the key features of the DLPC900AZPC's video mode?
The video mode supports dual 24-bit RGB inputs up to 120 Hz, YUV, YCrCb, or RGB data format, and standard video resolutions from XGA to WQXGA.
- How does the DLPC900AZPC facilitate synchronization with other devices?
The DLPC900AZPC includes two configurable input and output triggers for easy synchronization with cameras, sensors, and other peripherals.
- What control interfaces are available on the DLPC900AZPC?
The DLPC900AZPC features one USB 1.1 target port and three I2C ports.
- What are some of the applications of the DLPC900AZPC?
The DLPC900AZPC is used in 3D machine vision, 3D printing, ophthalmology, 3D scanning, intelligent and adaptive lighting, and 3D imaging microscopes, among other applications.
- What is the operating temperature range of the DLPC900AZPC?
The operating temperature range of the DLPC900AZPC is from 0°C to 55°C.
- What is the body size of the DLPC900AZPC package?
The DLPC900AZPC package measures 27.00 mm × 27.00 mm.
