Overview
The TMS320C6455BGTZ2 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 VelociTI™ very-long-instruction-word (VLIW) architecture, making it an excellent choice for demanding applications such as video and telecom infrastructure, imaging/medical, and wireless infrastructure.
The C6455 DSP integrates a robust set of peripherals and memory, including a large on-chip memory system, high-speed interfaces, and advanced coprocessors. It is designed to provide high throughput and efficiency, making it suitable for complex signal processing tasks.
Key Specifications
| Feature | Specification |
|---|---|
| Processor Core | TMS320C64x+™ DSP Core |
| Clock Rate | 720 MHz, 850 MHz, 1 GHz, 1.2 GHz |
| Instruction Cycle Time | 1.39 ns (720 MHz), 1.17 ns (850 MHz), 1 ns (1 GHz), 0.83 ns (1.2 GHz) |
| MIPS/MMACS | 9600 MIPS/MMACS (16-Bits) |
| On-Chip Memory | 32KB L1 Program Memory, 32KB L1 Data Memory, 2048KB L2 Unified Memory/Cache |
| External Memory Interface | 64-bit EMIFA, 32-bit DDR2 SDRAM Interface |
| Peripherals | EDMA3 Controller (64 channels), I2C, McBSP, UTOPIA Level 2 Slave ATM Controller, 10/100/1000 Ethernet MAC, PCI, GPIO |
| Package | 697-Pin Flip-Chip Plastic BGA (CTZ, GTZ, ZTZ) |
| Process Technology | 0.09 μm, 7-Level Cu Metal Process (CMOS) |
| Supply Voltage | 1.2V, 1.25V, 1.5V, 1.8V, 3.3V |
Key Features
- High-Performance DSP Core: The TMS320C6455 features the TMS320C64x+™ DSP core, capable of executing eight 16-bit x 16-bit multiply-accumulates (MACs) every clock cycle, resulting in 9600 16-bit MMACs per second at a 1.2-GHz clock rate.
- Advanced Memory System: The device includes a two-level memory system with 32KB L1 program and data memories and 2048KB L2 unified memory/cache.
- High-Speed Interfaces: Supports DDR2 memory controller, 64-bit EMIFA, and high-speed peripherals like 10/100/1000 Ethernet MAC and PCI.
- Coprocessors: Includes enhanced Viterbi decoder coprocessor (VCP2) and enhanced Turbo decoder coprocessor (TCP2).
- Peripheral Set: Features I2C, McBSP, UTOPIA Level 2 Slave ATM Controller, GPIO, and a 32-bit DDR2 SDRAM interface.
- Development Tools: Comprehensive development tools including a new C compiler, assembly optimizer, and a Windows® debugger interface.
Applications
- Video and Telecom Infrastructure: Ideal for high-performance video processing and telecom infrastructure applications due to its high throughput and advanced peripherals.
- Imaging and Medical: Suitable for medical imaging and other high-resolution imaging applications requiring intense signal processing.
- Wireless Infrastructure: Used in wireless infrastructure applications such as base stations and other communication equipment.
- Industrial Automation: Can be used in industrial automation for real-time signal processing and control.
Q & A
- What is the clock rate of the TMS320C6455BGTZ2?
The clock rate of the TMS320C6455BGTZ2 can be 720 MHz, 850 MHz, 1 GHz, or 1.2 GHz.
- What is the MIPS/MMACS rating of this DSP?
The TMS320C6455BGTZ2 has a rating of 9600 MIPS/MMACS (16-Bits).
- What type of memory interface does it support?
The device supports a 64-bit EMIFA and a 32-bit DDR2 SDRAM interface.
- Does it have any coprocessors?
Yes, it includes an enhanced Viterbi decoder coprocessor (VCP2) and an enhanced Turbo decoder coprocessor (TCP2).
- What peripherals are available on this DSP?
The peripherals include I2C, McBSP, UTOPIA Level 2 Slave ATM Controller, 10/100/1000 Ethernet MAC, PCI, and GPIO.
- What is the package type of the TMS320C6455BGTZ2?
The package type is a 697-Pin Flip-Chip Plastic BGA (CTZ, GTZ, ZTZ).
- What is the process technology used in this DSP?
The process technology is 0.09 μm, 7-Level Cu Metal Process (CMOS).
- What are the supply voltage options for this device?
The supply voltage options are 1.2V, 1.25V, 1.5V, 1.8V, and 3.3V.
- What kind of development tools are available for this DSP?
Comprehensive development tools include a new C compiler, assembly optimizer, and a Windows® debugger interface.
- In which applications is the TMS320C6455BGTZ2 commonly used?
It is commonly used in video and telecom infrastructure, imaging and medical applications, wireless infrastructure, and industrial automation.
