Overview
The TMS320C6A8168BCYG2 is a high-performance digital signal processor (DSP) and ARM processor combination, part of the C6000™ DSP+ARM® family from Texas Instruments. This device integrates a C674x VLIW DSP and an ARM Cortex-A8 RISC processor, making it a highly versatile and powerful platform for various applications. It is designed to meet the demanding processing needs of high-end applications such as machine vision, test and measurement, tracking and control, and medical/biological imaging. The processor features advanced memory management, multiple peripherals, and a robust set of development tools, enhancing its usability and performance.
Key Specifications
| Specification | Details |
|---|---|
| Processor Type | C674x VLIW DSP + ARM Cortex-A8 RISC Processor |
| Processor Frequency | Up to 1.5 GHz (DSP), up to 1.2 GHz (ARM Cortex-A8) |
| Memory | 256 KB L2 Unified Mapped RAM and Cache, 64 KB RAM, 48 KB Boot ROM, Dual DDR2 and DDR3 SDRAM interfaces |
| Graphics Engine | SGX530 3D graphics engine (available only on TMS320C6A8168) |
| Peripherals | Seven 32-bit general-purpose timers, system watchdog timer, three configurable UART/IrDA/CIR modules, SPI, SD/SDIO, two I2C master/slave interfaces, up to 64 GPIO pins, PCIe 2.0 port, SATA 3.0 Gbps controller, McBSP, McASP audio serial ports |
| Package | 1031-pin Pb-Free BGA package (CYG suffix), 25 mm x 25 mm, 0.65-mm ball pitch |
| Voltage | Core Logic: 1.0 V, USB Logic: 0.9 V, RAM: 1.0 V, IO: 1.5 V, 1.8 V, 3.3 V |
Key Features
- High-Performance Processing: Combines a C674x VLIW DSP and an ARM Cortex-A8 RISC processor for high-performance processing capabilities.
- Advanced Memory Management: Includes 256 KB L2 Unified Mapped RAM and Cache, dual DDR2 and DDR3 SDRAM interfaces, and flexible 8-bit and 16-bit asynchronous memory interface.
- Graphics Capabilities: Features an SGX530 3D graphics engine to offload 3D graphics processing tasks from the DSP core.
- Multiple Peripherals: Supports various peripherals including UART, SPI, SD/SDIO, I2C, PCIe, SATA, McBSP, and McASP audio serial ports.
- Development Tools: Includes a complete set of development tools for both the ARM and DSP, such as C compilers and a Microsoft Windows debugger interface.
- Power and Clock Management: Features SmartReflex technology and seven independent core power domains for efficient power management.
Applications
- Machine/Industrial Vision Systems: Suitable for high-performance image processing and analysis.
- High-End Test and Measurement: Ideal for applications requiring precise and high-speed data processing.
- Tracking and Control: Used in systems that require real-time tracking and control functionalities.
- Medical/Biological Imaging: Applicable in medical imaging and diagnostic equipment due to its high processing capabilities.
Q & A
- What is the TMS320C6A8168BCYG2 processor composed of?
The TMS320C6A8168BCYG2 is composed of a C674x VLIW DSP and an ARM Cortex-A8 RISC processor.
- What is the maximum frequency of the DSP and ARM Cortex-A8 processors?
The maximum frequency for the DSP is up to 1.5 GHz, and for the ARM Cortex-A8, it is up to 1.2 GHz.
- What type of memory does the processor support?
The processor supports 256 KB L2 Unified Mapped RAM and Cache, dual DDR2 and DDR3 SDRAM interfaces, and other types of memory.
- Does the processor have a graphics engine?
Yes, the TMS320C6A8168BCYG2 features an SGX530 3D graphics engine.
- What peripherals are supported by the processor?
The processor supports various peripherals including UART, SPI, SD/SDIO, I2C, PCIe, SATA, McBSP, and McASP audio serial ports.
- What is the package type and size of the processor?
The processor is packaged in a 1031-pin Pb-Free BGA package with a size of 25 mm x 25 mm and a 0.65-mm ball pitch.
- What are the voltage requirements for the processor?
The core logic requires 1.0 V, USB logic requires 0.9 V, RAM requires 1.0 V, and IO requires 1.5 V, 1.8 V, or 3.3 V.
- What development tools are available for this processor?
The processor has a complete set of development tools including C compilers and a Microsoft Windows debugger interface.
- What power management features does the processor have?
The processor features SmartReflex technology and seven independent core power domains for efficient power management.
- In what applications is the TMS320C6A8168BCYG2 commonly used?
The processor is commonly used in machine/industrial vision systems, high-end test and measurement, tracking and control, and medical/biological imaging.
