Overview
The TMS320C6472ECTZ is a high-performance fixed-point digital signal processor (DSP) from Texas Instruments. This device is part of the TMS320C6000 DSP platform and is designed for high-end industrial, mission-critical, image and video processing, communication, media gateways, and remote access servers. It features six on-chip TMS320C64x+ megamodules, each providing high performance with low power dissipation. The device is available in three different speeds: 500 MHz, 625 MHz, and 700 MHz.
The TMS320C6472ECTZ includes a robust set of peripherals and interfaces, such as two 10/100/1000 Mb/s Ethernet media access controllers (EMACs), a 32-bit DDR2 SDRAM interface, and three Telecom Serial Interface Ports (TSIPs). It also supports IEEE 1149.6 compliant I/Os and has a shared memory architecture with 768K-byte of shared RAM and 608K-byte local L2 RAM per C64x+ megamodule.
Key Specifications
| Feature | Description |
|---|---|
| Processor Speed | 500 MHz, 625 MHz, 700 MHz |
| CPU Core | TMS320C64x+ Megamodule |
| On-Chip RAM | 1.44 MB (768K-byte shared RAM + 608K-byte local L2 RAM per megamodule) |
| On-Chip ROM | 768 kB |
| Memory Interface | 32-bit DDR2 SDRAM |
| Ethernet MACs | Two 10/100/1000 Mb/s EMACs, IEEE 802.3 compliant |
| Serial Interfaces | Three Telecom Serial Interface Ports (TSIPs), UTOPIA Level 2 Slave ATM Controller |
| Timers | 12 64-bit general-purpose timers (configurable as 64-bit or 2 32-bit or watchdog timers) |
| GPIO | 16 general-purpose input/output ports |
| Package | 737-Pin Ball Grid Array (BGA), 24 x 24 mm, 0.8-mm ball pitch |
| Operating Temperature | 0°C to 85°C (commercial), -40°C to 100°C (extended for 500 MHz and 625 MHz devices) |
| Core Voltage | 1.0 V (500 MHz), 1.1 V (625 MHz), 1.2 V (700 MHz) |
| I/O Voltage | 1.8 V, 3.3 V |
Key Features
- High-Performance DSP Core: The TMS320C6472ECTZ features six TMS320C64x+ megamodules, each capable of executing eight 16-bit x 16-bit multiply-accumulates (MACs) per cycle, resulting in 4000 MIPS/MMACS at 500 MHz.
- Advanced Memory Architecture: Includes 768K-byte of shared RAM and 608K-byte local L2 RAM per megamodule, reducing the need for external memory and optimizing system power and cost.
- Robust Peripherals: Two 10/100/1000 Mb/s Ethernet MACs, three TSIPs, UTOPIA Level 2 Slave ATM Controller, and a 32-bit DDR2 SDRAM interface.
- Flexible Timers and GPIO: 12 configurable 64-bit general-purpose timers and 16 general-purpose input/output ports.
- Serial RapidIO and I2C Interface: Supports Serial RapidIO with two 1x lanes and an I2C bus module.
- Development Tools: Includes a C compiler, assembly optimizer, and Windows debugger interface for comprehensive development support.
Applications
- High-End Industrial Systems: Suitable for industrial automation and control systems requiring high computational power.
- Image and Video Processing: Ideal for applications involving high-resolution image and video processing, such as medical imaging and video surveillance.
- Communication Systems: Used in telecom infrastructure, media gateways, and remote access servers due to its high-performance and low-latency capabilities.
- Wireless Infrastructure: Applicable in wireless base stations and other wireless communication equipment.
- Mission-Critical Systems: Suitable for systems requiring high reliability and performance, such as in aerospace and defense applications.
Q & A
- What is the TMS320C6472ECTZ processor speed?
The TMS320C6472ECTZ is available in three different speeds: 500 MHz, 625 MHz, and 700 MHz.
- How much on-chip RAM does the TMS320C6472ECTZ have?
The device has 1.44 MB of on-chip RAM, which includes 768K-byte of shared RAM and 608K-byte local L2 RAM per megamodule.
- What type of memory interface does the TMS320C6472ECTZ support?
The device supports a 32-bit DDR2 SDRAM interface.
- Does the TMS320C6472ECTZ have Ethernet capabilities?
Yes, it includes two 10/100/1000 Mb/s Ethernet media access controllers (EMACs), which are IEEE 802.3 compliant.
- What are the operating temperature ranges for the TMS320C6472ECTZ?
The device operates within a temperature range of 0°C to 85°C (commercial) and -40°C to 100°C (extended for 500 MHz and 625 MHz devices).
- What is the core voltage for the TMS320C6472ECTZ?
The core voltage is 1.0 V for the 500 MHz version, 1.1 V for the 625 MHz version, and 1.2 V for the 700 MHz version.
- Does the TMS320C6472ECTZ support Serial RapidIO?
Yes, it supports Serial RapidIO with two 1x lanes.
- How many general-purpose timers does the TMS320C6472ECTZ have?
The device has 12 64-bit general-purpose timers, which can be configured as 64-bit or 2 32-bit or watchdog timers.
- What development tools are available for the TMS320C6472ECTZ?
The device comes with a C compiler, assembly optimizer, and Windows debugger interface for comprehensive development support.
- What are some typical applications of the TMS320C6472ECTZ?
Typical applications include high-end industrial systems, image and video processing, communication systems, wireless infrastructure, and mission-critical systems.
