Overview
The TMS320C6455DZTZA is a high-performance fixed-point digital signal processor (DSP) from Texas Instruments, part of the TMS320C6000 DSP platform. It is based on the third-generation advanced VelociTI™ very-long-instruction-word (VLIW) architecture. This device is designed to meet the demands of high-speed communications infrastructure, video infrastructure, imaging equipment, and wireless infrastructure. With its robust architecture and extensive set of features, the TMS320C6455DZTZA is an excellent choice for applications requiring high processing power and efficient data handling.
Key Specifications
| Specification | Details |
|---|---|
| Clock Rate | 720 MHz, 850 MHz, 1 GHz, 1.2 GHz |
| Instruction Cycle Time | 1.39 ns (C6455-720), 1.17 ns (C6455-850), 1 ns (C6455-1000), 0.83 ns (C6455-1200) |
| MIPS/MMACS | 9600 MIPS/MMACS (16-Bits) at 1.2 GHz |
| Memory Controller | DDR2 Memory Controller, interfaces to DDR2-533 SDRAM |
| External Memory Interface | 64-Bit External Memory Interface (EMIFA), supports SRAM, Flash, and EEPROM |
| On-Chip Memory | 32KB L1 Program Memory, 32KB L1 Data Memory, 2048KB L2 Unified Memory/Cache |
| Package | 697-Pin Ball Grid Array (BGA) Package |
| Process Technology | 0.09 μm, 7-Level Cu Metal Process (CMOS) |
| Operating Temperature | Commercial: 0°C to 90°C, Extended: -40°C to 105°C |
| I/O Voltage | 3.3-V, 1.8-V, 1.5-V, 1.25-V, 1.2-V |
Key Features
- High-Performance DSP Core: Based on the C64x+ DSP core, capable of executing eight 32-bit instructions per cycle.
- EDMA3 Controller: 64 independent channels for efficient data transfer.
- Serial RapidIO (sRIO) Interface: Supports 4x serial bi-directional link at 12.5 Gbits/sec for high-speed inter-DSP communication.
- DDR2 Memory Controller: Interfaces to DDR2-533 SDRAM, providing up to 2GB/sec of memory bandwidth.
- PCI Interface: 32-bit PCI master/slave interface conforming to PCI Local Bus Specification (v2.3).
- Host-Port Interface (HPI): 32-bit or 16-bit user-selectable HPI.
- Ethernet MAC (EMAC): 1Gbit EMAC interface with eight independent transmit and receive channels.
- Timers and I/O: Two 64-bit timers, 16 general-purpose I/O pins, and support for external interrupts.
- JTAG and Boundary-Scan: IEEE 1149.1 (JTAG) and IEEE 1149.6 compliant I/Os.
Applications
- Video Infrastructure: Suitable for video processing, encoding, and decoding, including high-definition video streams.
- Telecom Infrastructure: Ideal for telecommunications applications requiring high-speed data processing and efficient communication protocols.
- Imaging and Medical Equipment: Used in medical imaging, diagnostic equipment, and other high-performance imaging applications.
- Wireless Infrastructure: Supports wireless communication systems, including base stations and other wireless infrastructure components.
- Network Infrastructure: Applicable in network processing, routing, and switching applications that demand high throughput and low latency.
Q & A
- What is the clock rate range of the TMS320C6455DZTZA?
The clock rate range is 720 MHz, 850 MHz, 1 GHz, and 1.2 GHz.
- What is the maximum MIPS/MMACS performance of the TMS320C6455DZTZA?
Up to 9600 MIPS/MMACS at 1.2 GHz.
- What type of memory interface does the TMS320C6455DZTZA support?
DDR2 memory controller, interfaces to DDR2-533 SDRAM.
- What is the purpose of the Serial RapidIO (sRIO) interface?
The sRIO interface supports high-speed inter-DSP communication, operating as a 4x serial bi-directional link at 12.5 Gbits/sec.
- What are the operating temperature ranges for the TMS320C6455DZTZA?
Commercial: 0°C to 90°C, Extended: -40°C to 105°C.
- What is the package type of the TMS320C6455DZTZA?
697-Pin Ball Grid Array (BGA) Package.
- Does the TMS320C6455DZTZA support PCI interface?
Yes, it supports a 32-bit PCI master/slave interface conforming to PCI Local Bus Specification (v2.3).
- What is the role of the EDMA3 controller in the TMS320C6455DZTZA?
The EDMA3 controller has 64 independent channels for efficient data transfer.
- Is the TMS320C6455DZTZA suitable for video processing applications?
Yes, it is suitable for video processing, including high-definition video streams.
- What is the significance of the JTAG and boundary-scan features in the TMS320C6455DZTZA?
The device is IEEE 1149.1 (JTAG) and IEEE 1149.6 compliant, facilitating boundary-scan and debugging capabilities.
