Overview
The TMS320DM642AZDK5 is a high-performance fixed-point digital signal processor (DSP) from Texas Instruments, part of the TMS320C6000™ DSP platform. This device is based on the second-generation advanced VelociTI™ very-long-instruction-word (VLIW) architecture, known as VelociTI.2™. It is designed to excel in digital media applications, offering significant processing power and flexibility. The DM642 is fully software-compatible with the C64x™ DSP core and features a robust set of peripherals and on-chip memory, making it an excellent choice for demanding digital media processing 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 |
| MIPS (Millions of Instructions Per Second) | 4000, 4800, 5760 |
| Functional Units | Eight highly independent functional units with VelociTI.2™ extensions |
| ALUs (Arithmetic Logic Units) | Six ALUs (32-/40-bit), each supporting single 32-bit, dual 16-bit, or quad 8-bit arithmetic per clock cycle |
| Multipliers | Two multipliers supporting four 16 x 16-bit multiplies (32-bit results) or eight 8 x 8-bit multiplies (16-bit results) per clock cycle |
| Cache Memory | 128K-bit (16K-byte) L1P program cache, 128K-bit (16K-byte) L1D data cache, 2M-bit (256K-byte) L2 unified mapped RAM/cache |
| External Memory Interface | 64-bit glueless external memory interface (EMIFA), supporting up to 1024M-byte total addressable external memory space |
| Package Type | 548-pin Ball Grid Array (BGA) package |
| Voltage | 3.3-V I/O, 1.2-V or 1.4-V internal |
Key Features
- High-Performance DSP Core: Based on the VelociTI.2™ VLIW architecture, offering up to 5760 MIPS at 720 MHz.
- Functional Units: Eight highly independent functional units, including six ALUs and two multipliers with VelociTI.2™ extensions.
- Cache and Memory: 128K-bit L1P and L1D caches, and a 2M-bit L2 unified mapped RAM/cache.
- Peripheral Set: Includes three configurable video ports, 10/100 Mb/s Ethernet MAC (EMAC), MDIO module, VIC port, McASP0, McBSPs, I2C Bus module, and more.
- External Memory Interface: 64-bit glueless EMIFA supporting synchronous and asynchronous memories.
- Audio/Video Support: Supports multiple resolutions and video standards, audio/video synchronization, and extensive serial data pins for audio interfaces.
- Power and Package: Available in 548-pin BGA packages with 0.8-mm or 1.0-mm ball pitch, and operates at 3.3-V I/O with 1.2-V or 1.4-V internal voltage.
Applications
- Digital Media Processing: Ideal for high-performance video and imaging applications, including video decoding and encoding, image processing, and more.
- Audio Processing: Supports advanced audio processing tasks, including multi-channel audio and audio/video synchronization.
- Networking and Communications: Features an Ethernet MAC for efficient network communication and supports various serial interfaces for peripheral communication.
- Industrial and Consumer Electronics: Suitable for use in industrial control systems, consumer electronics, and other applications requiring high-performance DSP capabilities.
Q & A
- What is the TMS320DM642AZDK5?
The TMS320DM642AZDK5 is a high-performance fixed-point digital signal processor from Texas Instruments, part of the TMS320C6000™ DSP platform.
- What is the clock rate of the TMS320DM642?
The clock rate of the TMS320DM642 can be 500 MHz, 600 MHz, or 720 MHz.
- How many instructions can the TMS320DM642 execute per cycle?
The TMS320DM642 can execute eight 32-bit instructions per cycle.
- What is the MIPS rating of the TMS320DM642?
The TMS320DM642 has a MIPS rating of up to 5760 MIPS at 720 MHz.
- What type of cache memory does the TMS320DM642 have?
The TMS320DM642 has a 128K-bit L1P program cache, a 128K-bit L1D data cache, and a 2M-bit L2 unified mapped RAM/cache.
- Does the TMS320DM642 support Ethernet communication?
Yes, the TMS320DM642 includes a 10/100 Mb/s Ethernet MAC (EMAC) for network communication.
- What types of memory interfaces does the TMS320DM642 support?
The TMS320DM642 supports a 64-bit glueless external memory interface (EMIFA) for both synchronous and asynchronous memories.
- Is the TMS320DM642 suitable for audio processing applications?
Yes, the TMS320DM642 is suitable for advanced audio processing tasks, including multi-channel audio and audio/video synchronization.
- What package types are available for the TMS320DM642?
The TMS320DM642 is available in 548-pin Ball Grid Array (BGA) packages with 0.8-mm or 1.0-mm ball pitch.
- What is the operating voltage of the TMS320DM642?
The TMS320DM642 operates at 3.3-V I/O with 1.2-V or 1.4-V internal voltage.
