Overview
The TMS320C6672ACYPA is a high-performance multicore fixed and floating-point Digital Signal Processor (DSP) from Texas Instruments. It is based on TI's KeyStone multicore architecture and features two TMS320C66x DSP Core Subsystems, each capable of operating at frequencies up to 1.25 GHz. This device is designed for high-performance signal processing applications, including mission-critical systems, medical imaging, test and automation, and other areas requiring robust computational capabilities. The C6672 is power-efficient, easy to use, and fully backward compatible with the existing C6000 family of fixed and floating-point DSPs.
Key Specifications
| Specification | Details |
|---|---|
| Package | FCBGA (CYP) with 841 pins |
| Operating Temperature Range | -40°C to 100°C |
| Core Frequency | Up to 1.25 GHz per core |
| L1 Cache | 32KB L1P, 32KB L1D per core |
| L2 Cache | 512KB per core, 2MB shared L2 |
| Shared Memory | 4096KB Multicore Shared Memory |
| External Memory Interface | 64-bit DDR3 (DDR3-1600), 8GB addressable memory space |
| Interfaces | SRIO 2.1, PCIe Gen2, HyperLink, Ethernet MAC, UART, I2C, SPI, TSIP |
| Network Coprocessors | Packet Accelerator, Security Accelerator |
| GPIO | 16 GPIO pins |
| Timers | Sixteen 64-bit timers |
| PLLs | Three on-chip PLLs |
Key Features
- Two TMS320C66x DSP Core Subsystems with up to 1.25 GHz frequency
- High computational performance: 80 GMAC/40 GFLOP @ 1.2 GHz
- Multicore Navigator and TeraNet Switch Fabric for efficient data management and non-blocking access
- Network Coprocessors: Packet Accelerator and Security Accelerator for enhanced network and security capabilities
- High-speed interfaces: SRIO 2.1, PCIe Gen2, HyperLink, and Gigabit Ethernet
- Integrated Ethernet MAC subsystem with two SGMII ports supporting 10/100/1000 Mbps operation
- Support for various memory types: DDR3, EMIF, and Telecom Serial Ports (TSIP)
- UART, I2C, SPI, and GPIO interfaces for versatile connectivity
- Sixteen 64-bit timers and three on-chip PLLs for precise timing and clock management
Applications
- Mission-critical systems
- High-performance computing systems
- Communications and networking
- Audio and video infrastructure
- Medical imaging and diagnostics
- Industrial automation and process control
- Test and measurement systems
- Media processing and analytics
Q & A
- What is the TMS320C6672ACYPA?
The TMS320C6672ACYPA is a high-performance multicore fixed and floating-point Digital Signal Processor (DSP) from Texas Instruments.
- What is the core frequency of the TMS320C6672?
The core frequency of the TMS320C6672 can be up to 1.25 GHz per core.
- What type of cache does the TMS320C6672 have?
The TMS320C6672 has 32KB L1P and 32KB L1D cache per core, along with 512KB local L2 cache per core and 2MB shared L2 cache.
- What are the key interfaces supported by the TMS320C6672?
The device supports SRIO 2.1, PCIe Gen2, HyperLink, Ethernet MAC, UART, I2C, SPI, and TSIP interfaces.
- What are the network coprocessors integrated into the TMS320C6672?
The TMS320C6672 includes a Packet Accelerator and a Security Accelerator for enhanced network and security capabilities.
- What is the operating temperature range of the TMS320C6672?
The operating temperature range is -40°C to 100°C.
- Is the TMS320C6672 backward compatible with other DSPs?
Yes, the TMS320C6672 is fully backward compatible with all existing C6000 family fixed and floating-point DSPs.
- What is the purpose of the Multicore Navigator in the TMS320C6672?
The Multicore Navigator is an innovative packet-based manager that controls 8192 queues for efficient data management between various device components.
- What types of memory does the TMS320C6672 support?
The device supports 64-bit DDR3 (DDR3-1600), 16-bit EMIF, and Telecom Serial Ports (TSIP) for various memory types.
- What are some of the key applications of the TMS320C6672?
The TMS320C6672 is used in mission-critical systems, high-performance computing, communications, medical imaging, and industrial automation among others.
