Overview
The TMS320DM369ZCEDF is a high-performance Digital Media System-on-Chip (DMSoC) from Texas Instruments, designed to deliver crystal-clear multiformat video processing. This processor is part of the DaVinci family and is capable of handling up to 1080p H.264 video at 30 fps, both for encoding and decoding. It features a 432-MHz ARM926EJ-S core, making it fully software-compatible with ARM9. The DM369 is pin-compatible with other processors like the DM365, DM368, DMVA1, and DMVA2, and it supports TI’s third-generation noise filtering technology and SMART codec for very low bitrate video compression.
The device integrates a wide range of peripherals, including DDR2/mDDR memory controllers, Ethernet MAC, USB 2.0, and various interfaces for audio, video, and storage. This integration reduces system cost and complexity, making it ideal for applications such as video surveillance, media playback, digital signage, and more.
Key Specifications
| Specification | Details |
|---|---|
| Processor Core | ARM926EJ-S, 432 MHz |
| Instruction Sets | 32-bit and 16-bit (Thumb mode) |
| Caches | 16KB Instruction Cache, 8KB Data Cache |
| RAM/ROM | 32KB RAM, 16KB ROM |
| Video Processing | Capable of 1080p H.264 at 30 fps, HDVICP, MJCP |
| Memory Interfaces | DDR2/mDDR, Asynchronous EMIF (AEMIF), NAND, NOR, OneNAND |
| Flash Card Interfaces | Two MMC/SD, SmartMedia/xD |
| USB | USB 2.0 High-Speed Device, Host, and OTG |
| Ethernet | 10/100 Mbps EMAC, IEEE 802.3 Compliant |
| Package | 338-pin NFBGA (ZCE), 13.00 mm × 13.00 mm |
| Power and Voltage | 3.3-V and 1.8-V I/O, 1.35-V Internal |
Key Features
- High-performance digital media system-on-chip (DMSoC)
- Supports TI’s third-generation noise filtering technology and SMART codec for low bitrate video compression
- Pin-compatible with DM365, DM368, DMVA1, and DMVA2 processors
- Fully software-compatible with ARM9
- Extended temperature support for 432-MHz device
- Three video image coprocessors (HDVICP, MJCP, Noise Filtering Engine)
- Integrated peripherals: DDR2/mDDR, Ethernet MAC, USB 2.0, audio interfaces, and more
- Enhanced Direct Memory Access (EDMA) controller with 64 independent channels
- Support for various flash memory interfaces and flash cards
- Multiple serial interfaces: UARTs, SPIs, I2C, McBSP
- Configurable power-saving modes and real-time clock subsystem
Applications
- Video surveillance systems
- Media playback and camera-driven applications (e.g., video doorbells, digital signage)
- Digital video recorders (DVRs)
- Portable media players
- Digital photo frames
- Camcorders
- Portable medical imaging and patient monitoring devices
Q & A
- What is the clock rate of the ARM926EJ-S core in the TMS320DM369?
The ARM926EJ-S core operates at a clock rate of 432 MHz.
- What video processing capabilities does the TMS320DM369 offer?
The TMS320DM369 is capable of processing up to 1080p H.264 video at 30 fps for both encoding and decoding.
- Is the TMS320DM369 pin-compatible with other processors?
- What memory interfaces does the TMS320DM369 support?
The device supports DDR2/mDDR, asynchronous EMIF (AEMIF), NAND, NOR, and OneNAND memory interfaces.
- Does the TMS320DM369 have integrated USB and Ethernet capabilities?
- What are the key peripherals integrated into the TMS320DM369?
The device includes peripherals such as DDR2/mDDR memory controllers, Ethernet MAC, USB 2.0, audio interfaces, and various other interfaces for video and storage.
- What is the package type and pin count of the TMS320DM369ZCEDF?
The device comes in a 338-pin NFBGA (ZCE) package.
- What are the supported flash card interfaces?
The device supports two MMC/SD and one SmartMedia/xD interface.
- Does the TMS320DM369 support real-time clock and power management features?
- What are some of the typical applications for the TMS320DM369?
