Overview
The TMS320C6726RFP250 is a high-performance 32-/64-bit floating-point digital signal processor (DSP) from Texas Instruments. It is part of the C67x generation of DSPs, specifically the C672x series, which includes enhancements over the previous C671x DSPs. This processor is designed for demanding signal processing applications, offering significant improvements in speed, code density, and floating-point performance per clock cycle.
The C6726RFP250 features the enhanced C67x+ CPU, which is compatible with the C67x CPU but provides enhanced performance. It supports 32-bit fixed-point, 32-bit single-precision floating-point, and 64-bit double-precision floating-point arithmetic, making it suitable for a wide range of computational tasks.
Key Specifications
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Processor Type | 32-/64-bit Floating-Point DSP |
| Clock Speed | Up to 266 MHz |
| CPU Performance | Up to 2800 MIPS / 2100 MFLOPS |
| On-Chip RAM | 256 KB |
| On-Chip ROM | 384 KB |
| Package Type | 144-HTQFP |
| Core Voltage | 1.2 V |
| I/O Voltage | 3.3 V |
| Operating Temperature | 0°C to 90°C |
| Interfaces | EBI/EMI, HPI, I²C, McASP, SPI |
Key Features
- Enhanced C67x+ CPU: Offers significant improvements in speed, code density, and floating-point performance per clock cycle, executing up to eight instructions in parallel each cycle.
- Efficient Memory System: Includes 256 KB of on-chip RAM and 384 KB of on-chip ROM, mapped as unified program/data memory.
- Multiple Interfaces: Supports EBI/EMI, HPI, I²C, McASP, and SPI interfaces for versatile connectivity.
- Audio Processing Capabilities: Features three multichannel audio serial ports (McASP) with transmit/receive clocks up to 50 MHz, supporting TDM, I2S, and similar formats.
- Software-Programmable PLL Clock Generator: Generates three different clock domains (SYSCLK1, SYSCLK2, and SYSCLK3) for flexible clock management.
Applications
The TMS320C6726RFP250 is widely applicable in various fields due to its high-performance capabilities and versatile interfaces. Key applications include:
- Audio Processing: Suitable for audio processing tasks such as echo cancellation, audio compression, and audio enhancement.
- Telecommunications: Used in telecommunications for signal processing, modulation, and demodulation tasks.
- Industrial Control Systems: Employed in industrial control systems for real-time data processing and control applications.
- Embedded Systems: Integrated into embedded systems requiring high computational power and efficient signal processing.
Q & A
- What is the clock speed of the TMS320C6726RFP250?
The TMS320C6726RFP250 operates at a clock speed of up to 266 MHz.
- What type of CPU does the TMS320C6726RFP250 use?
The TMS320C6726RFP250 uses the enhanced C67x+ CPU, which is an improved version of the C67x CPU.
- How much on-chip RAM and ROM does the TMS320C6726RFP250 have?
The TMS320C6726RFP250 has 256 KB of on-chip RAM and 384 KB of on-chip ROM.
- What interfaces are supported by the TMS320C6726RFP250?
The TMS320C6726RFP250 supports EBI/EMI, HPI, I²C, McASP, and SPI interfaces.
- What are the operating voltage levels for the TMS320C6726RFP250?
The core voltage is 1.2 V, and the I/O voltage is 3.3 V.
- What is the operating temperature range of the TMS320C6726RFP250?
The operating temperature range is from 0°C to 90°C.
- What are some common applications of the TMS320C6726RFP250?
Common applications include audio processing, telecommunications, industrial control systems, and embedded systems.
- Does the TMS320C6726RFP250 support audio-specific instructions?
Yes, the TMS320C6726RFP250 includes new audio-specific instructions and supports three multichannel audio serial ports (McASP).
- How does the TMS320C6726RFP250 manage clock domains?
The TMS320C6726RFP250 includes a software-programmable phase-locked loop (PLL) clock generator that generates three different clock domains (SYSCLK1, SYSCLK2, and SYSCLK3).
- Is the TMS320C6726RFP250 compatible with previous C67x CPUs?
Yes, the C67x+ CPU is code-compatible with the C67x CPU used on the C671x DSPs.
