Overview
The TMS320C6474FZUN is a high-performance multicore digital signal processor (DSP) from Texas Instruments, part of the TMS320C6000™ DSP platform. This device is based on the third-generation advanced VelociTI™ very-long-instruction-word (VLIW) architecture, offering exceptional processing power and efficiency. The C6474 features three TMS320C64x+™ DSP cores, each capable of operating at clock rates of up to 1.2 GHz, making it suitable for demanding applications in various fields such as telecommunications, video processing, and medical imaging.
Key Specifications
| Parameter | Specification |
|---|---|
| Number of DSP Cores | 3 TMS320C64x+™ DSP Cores |
| Clock Rate | 1 GHz to 1.2 GHz (1.2-GHz Device); 1 GHz (1-GHz Device); 850 MHz (850-MHz Device) |
| Instruction Cycle Time | 0.83 ns (1.2-GHz Device); 1 ns (1-GHz Device); 1.18 ns (850-MHz Device) |
| Temperature Range | Commercial: 0°C to 100°C; Extended: -40°C to 100°C (1-GHz Device), -40°C to 95°C (1.2-GHz Device) |
| Memory | 256 K-Bit (32 K-Byte) L1P Program Cache, 32 K-Bytes L1D SRAM/Cache |
| Memory Controller | 16-/32-Bit DDR2-667 Memory Controller |
| Serial RapidIO | Two 1x Serial RapidIO® Links, v1.2 Compliant, with link rates of 1.25 Gbps, 2.5 Gbps or 3.125 Gbps |
| Antenna Interface | SerDes-based antenna interface (AIF) capable of up to 3.072 Gbps operation per link |
| Other Interfaces | 1000 Mbps Ethernet MAC (EMAC), Two 1.8-V McBSPs, One 1.8-V Inter-Integrated Circuit (I2C) Bus |
| Timers and GPIO | Six 64-Bit General-Purpose Timers, 16 General-Purpose I/O (GPIO) Pins |
Key Features
- High-Performance Multicore DSP with three TMS320C64x+™ DSP Cores
- Dedicated SPLOOP Instructions and Compact Instructions (16-Bit)
- Enhanced VCP2/TCP2 and Frame Synchronization Interface
- EDMA3 Controller for efficient data transfer
- Antenna Interface compliant to OBSAI RP3 and CPRI standards
- Two Serial RapidIO® Links for high-bandwidth inter-device communication
- 1000 Mbps Ethernet MAC (EMAC) and multiple serial interfaces (McBSP, I2C)
- Six 64-Bit General-Purpose Timers and 16 General-Purpose I/O (GPIO) Pins
Applications
- Telecommunications infrastructure
- Video processing and encoding/decoding
- Medical imaging and diagnostics
- High-performance computing in embedded systems
- Wireless communication systems, including CDMA processing
Q & A
- What is the TMS320C6474FZUN based on?
The TMS320C6474FZUN is based on the third-generation high-performance, advanced VelociTI™ very-long-instruction-word (VLIW) architecture developed by Texas Instruments.
- How many DSP cores does the TMS320C6474FZUN have?
The TMS320C6474FZUN features three TMS320C64x+™ DSP cores.
- What are the clock rates of the TMS320C6474FZUN?
The clock rates are 1 GHz to 1.2 GHz (1.2-GHz Device), 1 GHz (1-GHz Device), and 850 MHz (850-MHz Device).
- What type of memory does the TMS320C6474FZUN support?
The device supports 16-/32-Bit DDR2-667 Memory.
- What is the purpose of the Serial RapidIO links in the TMS320C6474FZUN?
The Serial RapidIO links are used for high-bandwidth inter-device communication, supporting link rates of 1.25 Gbps, 2.5 Gbps, or 3.125 Gbps.
- What is the antenna interface in the TMS320C6474FZUN used for?
The antenna interface (AIF) is used for connecting the backplane for antenna data transmission and reception, compliant to OBSAI RP3 and CPRI standards.
- Does the TMS320C6474FZUN support Ethernet?
Yes, it supports a 1000 Mbps Ethernet MAC (EMAC).
- What are the temperature ranges for the TMS320C6474FZUN?
The device operates in a temperature range of 0°C to 100°C (commercial) and -40°C to 100°C (extended) for the 1-GHz device, and -40°C to 95°C (extended) for the 1.2-GHz device.
- What kind of timers does the TMS320C6474FZUN have?
The device includes six 64-Bit General-Purpose Timers.
- How many GPIO pins does the TMS320C6474FZUN have?
The device has 16 General-Purpose I/O (GPIO) Pins.
