Overview
The TMS320DM642AGDK5, produced by Texas Instruments, is a high-performance Video/Imaging Fixed-Point Digital Signal Processor (DSP) based on the second-generation advanced VelociTI™ very-long-instruction-word (VLIW) architecture (VelociTI.2™). This DSP is part of the TMS320C6000™ DSP platform and is renowned for its exceptional performance in digital media applications. The DM642 device is fully software-compatible with the C64x™ DSP core, making it an excellent choice for various video and imaging tasks.
Key Specifications
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Instruction Cycle Time | 2 ns, 1.67 ns, 1.39 ns |
| Clock Rate | 500 MHz, 600 MHz, 720 MHz |
| Instructions per Cycle | Eight 32-Bit Instructions/Cycle |
| MIPS | 4000, 4800, 5760 |
| Functional Units | Eight Highly Independent Functional Units with VelociTI.2™ Extensions |
| ALUs | Six ALUs (32-/40-Bit), each supports single 32-Bit, dual 16-Bit, or quad 8-Bit arithmetic per clock cycle |
| Memory | On-chip memory with a two-level cache-based architecture |
| Peripheral Interfaces | PCI Master/Slave Interface (32-bit/66-MHz), Host-Port Interface (HPI) [32-/16-Bit], Multichannel Audio Serial Port (McASP), Media Independent Interface (MII), Management Data Input/Output (MDIO) |
| Video Ports | Three Configurable Video Ports with glueless interface to common video decoder and encoder devices |
| Package | 548-Pin BGA (GDK and ZDK) |
| Voltage | Core Voltage: 1.2 V, 1.4 V; I/O Voltage: 3.3 V |
Key Features
- High-performance digital media processing with up to 5760 MIPS at 720 MHz clock rate.
- VelociTI.2™ extensions to the VelociTI™ VLIW architecture, enhancing performance in video and imaging applications.
- Eight highly independent functional units, including six ALUs supporting various arithmetic operations per clock cycle.
- Support for multiple video resolutions and standards through three configurable video ports.
- Audio/Video synchronization via the VCXO Interpolated Control Port (VIC).
- PCI Master/Slave Interface, Host-Port Interface (HPI), and Multichannel Audio Serial Port (McASP) for diverse connectivity options.
- IEEE 802.3 compliant Media Independent Interface (MII) and Management Data Input/Output (MDIO) for network and device management.
Applications
The TMS320DM642AGDK5 is optimized for a wide range of digital media applications, including:
- Video and imaging processing in various resolutions and standards.
- Audio processing and synchronization.
- Network and communication systems leveraging the MII and MDIO interfaces.
- High-performance DSP applications in fields such as broadband infrastructure and performance audio.
- Embedded systems requiring high-speed controllers and numerical capabilities.
Q & A
- What is the TMS320DM642AGDK5 based on?
The TMS320DM642AGDK5 is based on the second-generation high-performance, advanced VelociTI™ very-long-instruction-word (VLIW) architecture (VelociTI.2™). - What are the clock rates available for the TMS320DM642AGDK5?
The clock rates available are 500 MHz, 600 MHz, and 720 MHz. - How many instructions can the TMS320DM642AGDK5 execute per cycle?
The TMS320DM642AGDK5 can execute eight 32-bit instructions per cycle. - What is the maximum MIPS performance of the TMS320DM642AGDK5?
The maximum MIPS performance is 5760 MIPS at a 720 MHz clock rate. - What types of ALUs does the TMS320DM642AGDK5 have?
The TMS320DM642AGDK5 has six ALUs (32-/40-Bit), each supporting single 32-Bit, dual 16-Bit, or quad 8-Bit arithmetic per clock cycle. - What peripheral interfaces are available on the TMS320DM642AGDK5?
The available interfaces include PCI Master/Slave, Host-Port Interface (HPI), Multichannel Audio Serial Port (McASP), Media Independent Interface (MII), and Management Data Input/Output (MDIO). - How many video ports does the TMS320DM642AGDK5 have?
The TMS320DM642AGDK5 has three configurable video ports. - What is the package type of the TMS320DM642AGDK5?
The package type is a 548-Pin BGA (GDK and ZDK). - What are the core and I/O voltages for the TMS320DM642AGDK5?
The core voltage is 1.2 V or 1.4 V, and the I/O voltage is 3.3 V. - What applications is the TMS320DM642AGDK5 suited for?
The TMS320DM642AGDK5 is suited for video and imaging processing, audio processing, network and communication systems, and other high-performance DSP applications.
