Overview
The TMS320C6203BZNZ173 is a high-performance fixed-point digital signal processor (DSP) from Texas Instruments, part of the TMS320C62x DSP generation within the TMS320C6000 DSP platform. This device is based on the advanced VelociTI very-long-instruction-word (VLIW) architecture, making it an excellent choice for multichannel and multifunction applications. The TMS320C6203B offers cost-effective solutions to high-performance DSP-programming challenges, with a performance capability of up to 2400 MIPS at a clock rate of 300 MHz. It combines the operational flexibility of high-speed controllers and the numerical capability of array processors.
Key Specifications
| Parameter | Specification |
|---|---|
| Instruction Cycle Time | 4 ns, 3.33 ns |
| Clock Rate | 250 MHz, 300 MHz |
| Instructions per Cycle | Eight 32-Bit Instructions |
| MIPS (Millions of Instructions Per Second) | 2000, 2400 MIPS |
| Functional Units | Six 32-/40-Bit ALUs, Two 16-Bit Multipliers (32-Bit Result) |
| General-Purpose Registers | 32 Registers of 32-Bit Word Length |
| On-Chip Memory | 256K-byte block (memory-mapped program space), 128K-byte block (user-configurable as cache or memory-mapped program space), Two 256K-byte blocks of RAM |
| Package Type | 352-pin FCBGA (ZNY Package) |
| Core Supply Voltage | 1.5 V, 1.7 V |
| I/O Voltage | 3.3 V |
Key Features
- VelociTI VLIW Architecture: Provides high performance with eight highly independent functional units.
- Instruction Set: Includes byte-addressable (8-, 16-, 32-bit data), 8-bit overflow protection, saturation, and bit-field extract, set, clear operations.
- Peripherals: Three multichannel buffered serial ports (McBSPs), two general-purpose timers, a 32-bit expansion bus (XBus), and a glueless 32-bit external memory interface (EMIF) capable of interfacing to SDRAM or SBSRAM and asynchronous peripherals.
- Development Tools: Includes a new C compiler, an assembly optimizer, and a Windows debugger interface for visibility into source code execution.
- Pin Compatibility: The C6203B and C6202 GLS, GNZ, GNY, and ZNY packages are pin-compatible with the C6204 GLW BGA package.
Applications
The TMS320C6203B is suitable for a wide range of applications that require high-performance digital signal processing, including:
- Multichannel and multifunction systems
- Telecommunications and wireless communication systems
- Audio and video processing
- Medical imaging and diagnostics
- Industrial control and automation
Q & A
- What is the clock rate of the TMS320C6203B DSP?
The TMS320C6203B DSP operates at clock rates of 250 MHz and 300 MHz.
- How many instructions can the TMS320C6203B execute per cycle?
The TMS320C6203B can execute eight 32-bit instructions per cycle.
- What is the MIPS performance of the TMS320C6203B?
The TMS320C6203B has a performance capability of up to 2400 MIPS.
- What type of architecture does the TMS320C6203B use?
The TMS320C6203B uses the VelociTI very-long-instruction-word (VLIW) architecture.
- How many general-purpose registers does the TMS320C6203B have?
The TMS320C6203B has 32 general-purpose registers of 32-bit word length.
- What peripherals are included in the TMS320C6203B?
The peripherals include three McBSPs, two general-purpose timers, a 32-bit expansion bus (XBus), and a glueless 32-bit external memory interface (EMIF).
- Is the TMS320C6203B pin-compatible with other C62x devices?
Yes, the C6203B is pin-compatible with the C6202 and C6204 devices in various packages.
- What is the on-chip memory configuration of the TMS320C6203B?
The on-chip memory includes a 256K-byte block for memory-mapped program space, a 128K-byte block user-configurable as cache or memory-mapped program space, and two 256K-byte blocks of RAM.
- What development tools are available for the TMS320C6203B?
The development tools include a new C compiler, an assembly optimizer, and a Windows debugger interface.
- In what package types is the TMS320C6203B available?
The TMS320C6203B is available in 352-pin FCBGA (ZNY Package) among others.
