Overview
The TMS320C203PZA is a digital signal processor (DSP) from Texas Instruments, part of the TMS320C2xx generation. This DSP combines strong performance and great flexibility, making it ideal for signal processing and control applications. The TMS320C2xLP core CPU is optimized for high speed, small size, and low-power consumption, utilizing an advanced, modified Harvard architecture with six internal buses for significant parallelism and data throughput.
Key Specifications
| Parameter | Specification |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | Texas Instruments |
| Part Number | TMS320C203PZA |
| Package | 100-LQFP (14x14) |
| Interface | SSP, UART |
| Clock Rate | 40 MHz |
| On-Chip RAM | 1 kB |
| Voltage - I/O | 5.00 V |
| Voltage - Core | 5.00 V |
| Operating Temperature | -40°C to 85°C (TA) |
| Mounting Type | Surface Mount |
| Total Addressable External Memory Space | 224K × 16-Bit (64K Program, 64K Data, 64K I/O, 32K Global) |
| Performance | Up to 40-MIPS at 5 V, 20-MIPS at 3.3 V |
Key Features
- Advanced CPU Architecture: Modified Harvard architecture with six internal buses for high parallelism and data throughput.
- Low-Power Consumption: Fully static CMOS technology and power-down IDLE mode for reduced power usage.
- Peripheral Support: Includes PLL with various clock options, on-chip oscillator, and software-programmable wait states.
- I/O and Communication: Six general-purpose I/O pins, full-duplex asynchronous serial port (UART), and one synchronous serial port with four-level-deep FIFOs.
- Timer and Multiprocessing: On-chip 20-bit timer and HOLD mode for multiprocessor applications.
- Debugging and Testing: IEEE-1149.1-compatible scan-based emulation and JTAG test interface.
Applications
The TMS320C203PZA is suitable for a wide range of signal processing and control applications, including:
- Audio and video processing
- Industrial control systems
- Medical imaging and diagnostics
- Telecommunications and networking
- Automotive and aerospace systems
Q & A
- What is the clock rate of the TMS320C203PZA?
The clock rate of the TMS320C203PZA is 40 MHz.
- How much on-chip RAM does the TMS320C203PZA have?
The TMS320C203PZA has 1 kB of on-chip RAM.
- What are the operating voltage ranges for the TMS320C203PZA?
The operating voltage ranges are 5.00 V for both I/O and core.
- What is the total addressable external memory space of the TMS320C203PZA?
The total addressable external memory space is 224K × 16-Bit, divided into 64K Program, 64K Data, 64K I/O, and 32K Global.
- Does the TMS320C203PZA support multiprocessor applications?
- What kind of serial ports does the TMS320C203PZA have?
The TMS320C203PZA has a full-duplex asynchronous serial port (UART) and one synchronous serial port with four-level-deep FIFOs.
- Is the TMS320C203PZA compatible with JTAG testing?
- What is the package type of the TMS320C203PZA?
The package type is 100-LQFP (14x14).
- What are the performance metrics of the TMS320C203PZA?
- Is the TMS320C203PZA designed for low-power consumption?
