Overview
The TMS320C6424ZDUQ5 is a high-performance fixed-point digital signal processor (DSP) from Texas Instruments, part of the TMS320C64x+ DSP family. This device is based on the third-generation C64x+ DSP core, which utilizes the advanced VelociTI.2 very-long-instruction-word (VLIW) architecture. The C6424 is designed to provide exceptional performance and flexibility, making it an excellent choice for a wide range of digital signal processing applications.
The C6424 device is upward code-compatible with previous C6000 DSP platforms, ensuring ease of migration and development. It features a robust set of peripherals and memory configurations, including Level 1 and Level 2 memory architectures, which can be flexibly allocated as cache or mapped memory.
Key Specifications
| Feature | Specification |
|---|---|
| CPU Core | C64x+ DSP Core with VelociTI.2 Extensions |
| Instruction Cycle Time | 2.5-, 2-, 1.67-, 1.43-ns |
| Clock Rate | 400-, 500-, 600-, 700-MHz |
| MIPS | 3200, 4000, 4800, 5600 MIPS |
| L1P Program Memory/Cache | 256K-Bit (32K-Byte) |
| L1D Data RAM/Cache | 640K-Bit (80K-Byte) |
| L2 Unified Memory/Cache | 1M-Bit (128K-Byte) |
| External Memory Interfaces | 32-Bit DDR2 SDRAM, Asynchronous EMIF (EMIFA) |
| Package Type | 376-Pin Plastic BGA Package (ZDU Suffix), 1.0-mm Ball Pitch |
| Process Technology | 0.09-μm/6-Level Cu Metal Process (CMOS) |
| Operating Voltage | 1.2-V Core, 1.8-V and 3.3-V I/O |
Key Features
- High-performance C64x+ DSP core with eight highly independent functional units and VelociTI.2 extensions.
- Flexible memory architecture with Level 1 and Level 2 memory/cache configurations.
- Support for both little-endian and big-endian byte order.
- External memory interfaces including 32-Bit DDR2 SDRAM and asynchronous EMIF (EMIFA).
- Rich set of peripherals: 10/100 Mb/s Ethernet MAC (EMAC), I2C, UARTs, McBSPs, McASP, PWM, and more.
- Enhanced Direct-Memory-Access (EDMA) controller with 64 independent channels.
- Two 64-bit general-purpose timers and one 64-bit watchdog timer.
- Support for various interfaces: VLYNQ, SPI, AC97 audio codec, and telecom interfaces.
- Individual power-saving modes and low-power device options.
- IEEE 1149.1 (JTAG) boundary-scan-compatible.
Applications
- Telecom: Suitable for various telecommunications applications due to its high performance and rich set of peripherals.
- Audio: Ideal for audio processing and codec implementations, including AC97 audio codec support.
- Industrial Applications: Can be used in industrial control systems, automation, and other industrial environments.
- Other Applications: Also applicable in areas such as medical devices, automotive systems, and general embedded systems requiring high-performance DSP capabilities.
Q & A
- What is the core architecture of the TMS320C6424 DSP?
The TMS320C6424 DSP is based on the C64x+ DSP core with VelociTI.2 extensions, utilizing a very-long-instruction-word (VLIW) architecture.
- What are the clock rates supported by the TMS320C6424?
The device supports clock rates of 400-, 500-, 600-, and 700-MHz.
- What types of memory does the TMS320C6424 have?
The device features Level 1 program memory/cache (L1P), Level 1 data memory/cache (L1D), and Level 2 unified memory/cache (L2).
- What external memory interfaces are available on the TMS320C6424?
The device includes interfaces for 32-Bit DDR2 SDRAM and asynchronous EMIF (EMIFA).
- Does the TMS320C6424 support Ethernet?
Yes, it includes a 10/100 Mb/s Ethernet MAC (EMAC) with a management data input/output (MDIO) module.
- What are the power-saving features of the TMS320C6424?
The device has individual power-saving modes and is available in low-power versions.
- What is the package type of the TMS320C6424ZDUQ5?
The TMS320C6424ZDUQ5 comes in a 376-Pin Plastic BGA Package (ZDU Suffix) with a 1.0-mm ball pitch.
- What process technology is used in the TMS320C6424?
The device is manufactured using a 0.09-μm/6-Level Cu Metal Process (CMOS).
- What are the operating voltages for the TMS320C6424?
The core operates at 1.2-V, with I/O voltages of 1.8-V and 3.3-V.
- Does the TMS320C6424 support JTAG?
Yes, the device is IEEE 1149.1 (JTAG) boundary-scan-compatible.
