Overview
The TMS320DM6431ZDU3 is a high-performance digital media processor developed by Texas Instruments. It is part of the TMS320C6000 DSP platform and is based on the third-generation high-performance, advanced VelociTI very-long-instruction-word (VLIW) architecture. This processor is designed to handle demanding audio, image, and video processing applications, making it an excellent choice for digital media and networked media encode applications.
The DM6431 device features a 300-MHz C64x+ clock rate, achieving up to 2400 million instructions per second (MIPS). It includes a robust set of peripherals and on-chip memory, enhancing its capability for various high-performance tasks.
Key Specifications
| Specification | Details |
|---|---|
| Clock Rate | 300 MHz |
| Instruction Cycle Time | 3.33 ns |
| MIPS | Up to 2400 MIPS |
| L1 Program Memory/Cache | 32 KB (256 K-bit) |
| L1 Data Memory/Cache | 64 KB (512 K-bit) |
| L2 Unified Memory/Cache | 64 KB (512 K-bit) |
| Functional Units | Eight highly independent functional units (two multipliers, six ALUs) |
| General-Purpose Registers | 64 registers of 32-bit word length |
| Package Type | 376-Pin Plastic BGA Package (ZDU Suffix), 1.0-mm Ball Pitch |
| Supply Voltage | 3.3-V and 1.8-V I/O, 1.2-V Internal |
| Peripherals | 10/100 Mb/s Ethernet MAC (EMAC), High-End CAN Controller (HECC), PWM Outputs, I2C, UART, McBSP, McASP, etc. |
Key Features
- High-Performance DSP Core: The C64x+ DSP core processor includes eight highly independent functional units, two multipliers for 32-bit results, and six arithmetic logic units (ALUs), enabling high-speed processing for video and imaging applications.
- Flexible Memory Architecture: The processor features a two-level cache-based architecture with configurable L1 and L2 memory/cache, allowing for flexible allocation of memory resources.
- Peripheral Set: Includes a 10/100 Mb/s Ethernet MAC (EMAC) with MDIO module, high-end CAN controller (HECC), three PWM outputs, I2C, UART, McBSP, and McASP interfaces.
- Power Management: Individual power-saving modes and a power/sleep controller to optimize power consumption.
- Video Processing Subsystem (VPSS): Supports BT.656, Y/C, and raw (Bayer) video processing.
- General-Purpose I/O (GPIO): Up to 111 GPIO pins available.
Applications
- Digital Media Processing: Ideal for applications involving high-speed audio, image, and video processing.
- Networked Media Encode: Suitable for networked media encode and streaming applications.
- Video Imaging: Used in various video imaging and video processing tasks.
- Automotive and Industrial Systems: Available in commercial and automotive (Q or S suffix) grades, making it suitable for a wide range of industrial and automotive applications.
Q & A
- What is the clock rate of the TMS320DM6431ZDU3?
The clock rate of the TMS320DM6431ZDU3 is 300 MHz.
- What is the instruction cycle time of the TMS320DM6431ZDU3?
The instruction cycle time is 3.33 ns.
- How many MIPS does the TMS320DM6431ZDU3 achieve?
The TMS320DM6431ZDU3 achieves up to 2400 MIPS.
- What is the size of the L1 program memory/cache in the TMS320DM6431ZDU3?
The L1 program memory/cache is 32 KB (256 K-bit).
- What peripherals are included in the TMS320DM6431ZDU3?
The peripherals include a 10/100 Mb/s Ethernet MAC (EMAC), high-end CAN controller (HECC), PWM outputs, I2C, UART, McBSP, and McASP interfaces.
- What is the package type of the TMS320DM6431ZDU3?
The package type is a 376-Pin Plastic BGA Package (ZDU Suffix) with a 1.0-mm ball pitch.
- What are the supply voltage levels for the TMS320DM6431ZDU3?
The supply voltage levels are 3.3-V and 1.8-V I/O, with 1.2-V internal voltage.
- Does the TMS320DM6431ZDU3 support power-saving modes?
Yes, it supports individual power-saving modes and has a power/sleep controller.
- What video processing capabilities does the TMS320DM6431ZDU3 have?
The TMS320DM6431ZDU3 supports BT.656, Y/C, and raw (Bayer) video processing through its Video Processing Subsystem (VPSS).
- How many GPIO pins are available on the TMS320DM6431ZDU3?
Up to 111 general-purpose I/O (GPIO) pins are available.
