Overview
The Texas Instruments (TI) TMS320C206 and TMS320LC206 digital signal processors (DSPs) are part of the TMS320C20x series, fabricated with high-performance static CMOS integrated-circuit technology. These devices are optimized for low-power operation and feature an advanced Harvard architecture, on-chip peripherals, and on-chip memory. The TMS320C206PZA80 is a specific variant of the TMS320C206, distinguished by its package type and pin count.
Key Specifications
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Instruction-Cycle Time | 25 ns at 3.3 V |
| On-Chip Memory | 544 × 16 Words of On-Chip Dual-Access Data RAM, 32K × 16 Words of On-Chip ROM, 4K × 16 Words of On-Chip Single-Access Program/Data RAM |
| External Memory Space | 224K × 16-Bit Maximum Addressable External Memory Space (64K Program, 64K Data, 64K I/O, 32K Global) |
| Arithmetic Logic Unit (ALU) | 32-Bit Arithmetic Logic Unit (ALU) Accumulator |
| Multiplier | 16 × 16-Bit Multiplier With a 32-Bit Product |
| Peripherals | On-Chip 20-Bit Timer, On-Chip Software-Programmable Wait-State Generator, On-Chip Oscillator, On-Chip Phase-Locked Loop (PLL), Six General-Purpose I/O Pins, Full-Duplex Asynchronous Serial Port (UART), Enhanced Synchronous Serial Port (ESSP) With Four-Level-Deep FIFOs |
| Input Clock Options | Multiply-by-One, -Two, or -Four, and Divide-by-Two |
| Power Supply | 3.3-V core, 5-V I/O (for TMS320C206) |
| Package Type | 100-pin PZ Package, Small Thin Quad Flat Package (TQFP) |
| Temperature Range | Industrial Temperature Version: −40°C to 85°C |
Key Features
- Enhanced TMS320 architectural design for increased performance and versatility
- Advanced integrated-circuit processing technology for increased performance
- Source code compatible with TMS320C25 and other ’20x devices; upwardly code-compatible with TMS320C5x devices
- Four external interrupts
- On-chip peripherals including timer, oscillator, PLL, and serial ports
- Power Down IDLE Mode and IEEE 1149.1-compatible scan-based emulation
- Block moves from data and program space
Applications
The TMS320C206 and TMS320LC206 DSPs are suitable for a variety of applications requiring high-performance digital signal processing, such as:
- Audio and video processing
- Industrial control systems
- Medical imaging and diagnostics
- Telecommunications and networking equipment
- Automotive systems
Q & A
- What is the instruction-cycle time of the TMS320C206?
The instruction-cycle time of the TMS320C206 is 25 ns at 3.3 V. - What is the on-chip memory configuration of the TMS320C206?
The TMS320C206 has 544 × 16 Words of On-Chip Dual-Access Data RAM, 32K × 16 Words of On-Chip ROM, and 4K × 16 Words of On-Chip Single-Access Program/Data RAM. - What are the external memory space capabilities of the TMS320C206?
The TMS320C206 has a maximum addressable external memory space of 224K × 16-Bit, divided into 64K Program, 64K Data, 64K I/O, and 32K Global. - What peripherals are integrated on the TMS320C206?
The TMS320C206 includes on-chip peripherals such as a 20-Bit Timer, Software-Programmable Wait-State Generator, Oscillator, Phase-Locked Loop (PLL), General-Purpose I/O Pins, Full-Duplex Asynchronous Serial Port (UART), and Enhanced Synchronous Serial Port (ESSP) with four-level-deep FIFOs. - What are the input clock options for the TMS320C206?
The input clock options include multiply-by-one, -two, or -four, and divide-by-two. - What is the power supply configuration for the TMS320C206?
The TMS320C206 has a 3.3-V core power supply and 5-V I/O power supply. - What package type is the TMS320C206PZA80 available in?
The TMS320C206PZA80 is available in a 100-pin PZ Package, which is a Small Thin Quad Flat Package (TQFP). - What is the temperature range for the industrial version of the TMS320C206?
The industrial temperature version of the TMS320C206 operates within a range of −40°C to 85°C. - Is the TMS320C206 source code compatible with other TI DSPs?
Yes, the source code for the TMS320C206 is software-compatible with the TMS320C25 and other ’20x devices, and is upwardly code-compatible with TMS320C5x devices. - Does the TMS320C206 support power-down modes?
Yes, the TMS320C206 supports a Power Down IDLE Mode.
