Overview
The TMS320C6455BZTZ 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 applications requiring high computational power and efficiency. The C6455 DSP is designed to handle demanding tasks in video and telecom infrastructure, imaging/medical, and wireless infrastructure.
Key Specifications
| Feature | Specification |
|---|---|
| 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) |
| Core Voltage | 1.2 V, 1.25 V |
| I/O Voltage | 1.2 V, 1.25 V, 1.5 V, 1.8 V, 3.3 V |
| On-Chip RAM | 32 KB L1 Program Memory, 32 KB L1 Data Memory, 2048 KB L2 Unified Memory/Cache |
| Non-Volatile Memory | 32 KB ROM |
| Peripheral Interfaces | DDR2 Memory Controller, EDMA3 (64 independent channels), I2C, McBSPs, UTOPIA Slave, PCI, EMAC, GPIO |
| Package Type | 697-Pin Flip-Chip Plastic BGA (CTZ, GTZ, ZTZ) |
| Process Technology | 0.09 μm, 7-Level Cu Metal Process (CMOS) |
Key Features
- High-Performance DSP Core: The C6455 DSP features the TMS320C64x+™ DSP core with eight functional units, two register files, and two data paths, enabling up to 9600 MIPS/MMACs at a 1.2 GHz clock rate.
- Memory Organization: The device includes 32 KB L1 program and data memories, and 2048 KB L2 unified memory/cache, which can be configured as mapped RAM, cache, or a combination of both.
- Peripheral Set: Includes DDR2 memory controller, EDMA3 controller, I2C bus, McBSPs, UTOPIA Slave port, PCI interface, EMAC, and GPIO.
- Advanced Coprocessors: Features Enhanced Viterbi Decoder Coprocessor (VCP2) and Enhanced Turbo Decoder Coprocessor (TCP2).
- Serial RapidIO and PCI Interfaces: Supports high-speed Serial RapidIO and PCI interfaces for high-bandwidth data transfer.
- Power and Clock Management: Includes system PLL and PLL controller, secondary PLL and PLL controller, and power-down control.
Applications
The TMS320C6455BZTZ is suitable for a variety of high-performance applications, including:
- Video and Telecom Infrastructure: Ideal for video processing, telecom infrastructure, and network equipment.
- Imaging and Medical: Used in medical imaging, diagnostic equipment, and other imaging applications.
- Wireless Infrastructure: Suitable for wireless base stations, radio network controllers, and other wireless infrastructure components.
- Industrial Automation: Can be used in industrial automation systems requiring high computational power.
Q & A
- What is the clock rate range of the TMS320C6455BZTZ?
The clock rate ranges from 720 MHz to 1.2 GHz.
- What is the core voltage of the TMS320C6455BZTZ?
The core voltage is 1.2 V or 1.25 V.
- What type of memory does the TMS320C6455BZTZ have?
The device includes 32 KB L1 program and data memories, 2048 KB L2 unified memory/cache, and 32 KB ROM.
- What peripheral interfaces are available on the TMS320C6455BZTZ?
The device features DDR2 memory controller, EDMA3, I2C, McBSPs, UTOPIA Slave, PCI, EMAC, and GPIO.
- What is the package type of the TMS320C6455BZTZ?
The device is packaged in a 697-Pin Flip-Chip Plastic BGA (CTZ, GTZ, ZTZ).
- What process technology is used in the TMS320C6455BZTZ?
The device is based on 0.09 μm, 7-Level Cu Metal Process (CMOS) technology.
- What are the typical applications of the TMS320C6455BZTZ?
The device is used in video and telecom infrastructure, imaging/medical, wireless infrastructure, and industrial automation.
- Does the TMS320C6455BZTZ support Serial RapidIO?
Yes, the device supports high-speed Serial RapidIO.
- What is the maximum MIPS/MMACs performance of the TMS320C6455BZTZ?
The device can achieve up to 9600 MIPS/MMACs at a 1.2 GHz clock rate.
- Does the TMS320C6455BZTZ have any coprocessors?
Yes, it features Enhanced Viterbi Decoder Coprocessor (VCP2) and Enhanced Turbo Decoder Coprocessor (TCP2).
