Overview
The TMS320C5517AZCHA20 is a fixed-point Digital Signal Processor (DSP) from Texas Instruments, part of the C5000™ DSP product family. This device is designed for low active and standby power consumption, making it suitable for a variety of power-sensitive applications. It is based on the TMS320C55x DSP generation CPU processor core, which achieves high performance and low power through increased parallelism and a focus on power savings.
The device features a robust set of peripherals, including multiple serial interfaces, memory interfaces, and a tightly coupled FFT hardware accelerator. It is supported by Texas Instruments' award-winning eXpressDSP™, Code Composer Studio™ Integrated Development Environment (IDE), and a comprehensive set of software libraries and tools.
Key Specifications
| Parameter | Description |
|---|---|
| Processor Core | TMS320C55x DSP generation CPU |
| Clock Rate | 75 MHz to 200 MHz |
| Instruction Cycle Time | 13.33 ns to 5 ns |
| On-Chip Memory | 320KB (64KB DARAM, 256KB SARAM, 128KB ROM) |
| Peripheral Interfaces | MMC/SD, SPI, McSPI, McBSP, I2C, I2S, UART, USB 2.0 |
| FFT Hardware Accelerator | Supports 8 to 1024-point real and complex FFTs |
| ADC | 10-bit SAR ADC with 4 inputs |
| General-Purpose Timers | Three 32-bit timers, one configurable as a watchdog timer |
| Power Supply | Core: 1.05 V, 1.3 V, 1.4 V; I/O: 1.8 V, 2.75 V, 3.3 V |
| Package | 196-Terminal Pb-Free Plastic BGA (Ball Grid Array), 10.0 mm x 10.0 mm |
Key Features
- High-Performance, Low-Power CPU: The TMS320C55x DSP core offers high performance with low power consumption.
- Multiple DMA Controllers: Four DMA controllers with four channels each for efficient data transfer.
- Advanced Peripherals: Includes MMC/SD, SPI, McSPI, McBSP, I2C, I2S, UART, and USB 2.0 interfaces.
- FFT Hardware Accelerator: Supports 8 to 1024-point real and complex FFTs.
- 10-Bit SAR ADC: With 4 inputs and a conversion time of 16 µs.
- General-Purpose Timers and Watchdog: Three 32-bit timers, one of which can be configured as a watchdog timer.
- Real-Time Clock (RTC): With crystal input, separate clock domain, and power supply.
- Software-Programmable PLL Clock Generator: For flexible clock management.
- Industrial Temperature Devices Available: Suitable for a wide range of environmental conditions.
Applications
- Digital Two-Way Radios: For voice and data communication.
- Audio Devices: Such as echo-cancellation headphones, speakerphones, wireless headsets, and microphones.
- Low-Power Analytics Applications: Including speech recognition, vision sensing, and fingerprint biometrics.
- Portable Medical Devices: For various medical diagnostic and monitoring applications.
- Voice Applications: Including voice recorders, hands-free kits, and voice-enhancement subsystems.
Q & A
- What is the TMS320C5517AZCHA20?
The TMS320C5517AZCHA20 is a fixed-point Digital Signal Processor (DSP) from Texas Instruments, part of the C5000™ DSP product family.
- What are the key features of the TMS320C5517AZCHA20?
Key features include a high-performance, low-power CPU, multiple DMA controllers, advanced peripherals, an FFT hardware accelerator, a 10-bit SAR ADC, and general-purpose timers.
- What are the clock rate and instruction cycle time of the TMS320C5517AZCHA20?
The clock rate ranges from 75 MHz to 200 MHz, and the instruction cycle time ranges from 13.33 ns to 5 ns.
- What types of memory does the TMS320C5517AZCHA20 have?
The device includes 64KB of DARAM, 256KB of SARAM, and 128KB of ROM.
- What peripheral interfaces are available on the TMS320C5517AZCHA20?
The device includes MMC/SD, SPI, McSPI, McBSP, I2C, I2S, UART, and USB 2.0 interfaces.
- What is the purpose of the FFT hardware accelerator?
The FFT hardware accelerator supports 8 to 1024-point real and complex FFTs.
- What is the resolution and conversion time of the ADC?
The ADC is a 10-bit SAR ADC with a conversion time of 16 µs.
- What are the power supply options for the TMS320C5517AZCHA20?
The core voltage can be 1.05 V, 1.3 V, or 1.4 V, and the I/O voltage can be 1.8 V, 2.75 V, or 3.3 V.
- What is the package type and size of the TMS320C5517AZCHA20?
The device is packaged in a 196-Terminal Pb-Free Plastic BGA (Ball Grid Array), measuring 10.0 mm x 10.0 mm.
- What are some common applications of the TMS320C5517AZCHA20?
Common applications include digital two-way radios, audio devices, low-power analytics applications, portable medical devices, and voice applications.
