Overview
The TMS320C6424 is a high-performance fixed-point digital signal processor (DSP) from Texas Instruments, part of the TMS320C6000 DSP platform. This device is based on the third-generation C64x+™ DSP core, which utilizes the advanced VelociTI™ very-long-instruction-word (VLIW) architecture. The C6424 is designed to offer exceptional performance and flexibility, making it an excellent choice for a wide range of digital signal processing applications. It is fully software-compatible with previous C64x devices and supports both little-endian and big-endian modes.
Key Specifications
| Feature | Specification |
|---|---|
| CPU Core | C64x+™ DSP Core |
| Instruction Cycle Time | 2.5-, 2-, 1.67-, 1.43-ns |
| Clock Rate | 400-, 500-, 600-, 700-MHz |
| L1P Program Memory/Cache | 256K-Bit (32K-Byte), configurable as mapped memory or direct mapped cache |
| L1D Data Memory/Cache | 640K-Bit (80K-Byte), configurable as mapped memory or 2-way set-associative cache |
| L2 Unified Memory/Cache | 1M-Bit (128K-Byte), shared between program and data space |
| MIPS Performance | 3200, 4000, 4800, 5600 MIPS |
| DDR2 Memory Controller | 16-/32-bit bus width, 1.8 V I/O |
| External Memory Interfaces | Asynchronous EMIF (EMIFA), synchronous DDR2 interface |
| Timers | Two 64-bit general-purpose timers (configurable as 2 64-bit or 4 32-bit timers), one 64-bit watchdog timer |
| UARTs | Two UARTs with hardware handshaking support on one UART |
| PWM Peripherals | Three pulse width modulator (PWM) peripherals |
| Ethernet MAC | 10/100 Mb/s Ethernet MAC (EMAC) with MDIO module, IEEE 802.3 compliant |
| Package Options | 361-Pin Pb-Free PBGA Package (ZWT Suffix), 376-Pin Plastic BGA Package (ZDU Suffix) |
Key Features
- High-performance C64x+™ DSP core with VelociTI™ VLIW architecture
- Flexible memory architecture with L1P, L1D, and L2 memory/cache configurations
- Support for DDR2 SDRAM memory controller with 256M-Byte address space
- 10/100 Mb/s Ethernet MAC (EMAC) with MDIO module and IEEE 802.3 compliance
- Multiple serial interfaces including McBSPs, McASP, and UARTs
- General-purpose timers, watchdog timer, and PWM peripherals
- I2C, VLYNQ, and SPI interfaces for peripheral control and communication
- Up to 111 general-purpose I/O (GPIO) pins with programmable interrupt/event generation modes
- Individual power-saving modes and low-power device options
- Development tools including C compilers, DSP assembly optimizer, and Windows™ debugger interface
Applications
- Telecom: Suitable for high-speed data processing in telecommunications systems.
- Audio: Ideal for audio processing and codec implementations.
- Industrial Applications: Used in various industrial control and automation systems.
- Embedded Systems: Applicable in embedded systems requiring high-performance DSP capabilities.
- Networking: Utilized in network devices due to its integrated Ethernet MAC and MDIO module.
Q & A
- What is the core architecture of the TMS320C6424?
The TMS320C6424 is based on the C64x+™ DSP core, utilizing the advanced VelociTI™ very-long-instruction-word (VLIW) architecture.
- What are the clock rate options for the TMS320C6424?
The clock rates available are 400-, 500-, 600-, and 700-MHz.
- What is the capacity of the L1P and L1D memory/cache?
The L1P program memory/cache is 256K-Bit (32K-Byte), and the L1D data memory/cache is 640K-Bit (80K-Byte).
- Does the TMS320C6424 support DDR2 memory?
Yes, it supports a DDR2 SDRAM memory controller with a 16-/32-bit bus width and 1.8 V I/O.
- What are the package options for the TMS320C6424?
The device is available in 361-Pin Pb-Free PBGA Package (ZWT Suffix) and 376-Pin Plastic BGA Package (ZDU Suffix).
- What serial interfaces are supported by the TMS320C6424?
The device supports McBSPs, McASP, UARTs, I2C, VLYNQ, and SPI interfaces.
- Does the TMS320C6424 have Ethernet capabilities?
Yes, it includes a 10/100 Mb/s Ethernet MAC (EMAC) with an MDIO module and IEEE 802.3 compliance.
- What development tools are available for the TMS320C6424?
Development tools include C compilers, a DSP assembly optimizer, and a Windows™ debugger interface.
- Can the TMS320C6424 be used in low-power applications?
Yes, the device has individual power-saving modes and low-power options.
- Is the TMS320C6424 compatible with previous C64x devices?
Yes, it is fully software-compatible with previous C64x devices.
