Overview
The TMS320DM6431ZDUQ3 is a high-performance digital media processor from Texas Instruments, part of the TMS320C6000 DSP platform. This device is based on the third-generation C64x+ DSP core, which features an advanced VelociTI very-long-instruction-word (VLIW) architecture. The DM6431 is designed for demanding digital media applications, including video imaging, networked media, and encode/decode processes. It offers a robust set of peripherals and memory configurations, making it an ideal choice for applications requiring high computational power and flexibility.
Key Specifications
| Parameter | Specification |
|---|---|
| Processor Core | C64x+ DSP Core |
| Clock Rate | 300 MHz |
| Instruction Cycle Time | 3.33 ns |
| L1 Program Memory/Cache | 256K-Bit (32K-Byte), configurable as mapped memory or direct mapped cache |
| L1 Data Memory/Cache | 512K-Bit (64K-Byte), configurable as mapped memory or 2-way set-associative cache |
| L2 Unified Memory/Cache | 512K-Bit (64K-Byte), shared between program and data space, configurable as mapped memory, cache, or a combination of both |
| Supply Voltage | 1.14 V to 3.63 V |
| Package Type | 376-Pin Plastic BGA Package (ZDU Suffix), 1.0-mm Ball Pitch |
| Interfaces | Ethernet MAC (EMAC), I2C, McASP, UART, CAN |
| General-Purpose I/O (GPIO) Pins | Up to 111 |
Key Features
- High-performance C64x+ DSP core with eight highly independent functional units, including two multipliers and six arithmetic logic units (ALUs).
- Support for up to 2400 MIPS and 1200 million MACs per second (MMACS).
- Flexible memory architecture with L1 and L2 caches configurable as mapped memory or cache.
- Integrated peripherals such as 10/100 Mb/s Ethernet MAC (EMAC) with MDIO module, high-end CAN controller, and three PWM outputs.
- On-chip ROM bootloader and individual power-saving modes.
- Boundary-scan-compatible with IEEE-1149.1 (JTAG) interface.
Applications
The TMS320DM6431ZDUQ3 is suited for a variety of demanding digital media applications, including:
- Video imaging and processing
- Networked media encode and decode
- Digital media processing
- Embedded systems requiring high computational power
Q & A
- What is the clock rate of the TMS320DM6431ZDUQ3? The clock rate is 300 MHz.
- What is the instruction cycle time of the DM6431? The instruction cycle time is 3.33 ns.
- What type of memory architecture does the DM6431 have? The DM6431 features a two-level cache-based architecture with L1 and L2 memory/cache configurations.
- What are the key peripherals included in the DM6431? Key peripherals include a 10/100 Mb/s Ethernet MAC (EMAC), I2C, McASP, UART, and a high-end CAN controller.
- What is the package type of the TMS320DM6431ZDUQ3? The package type is a 376-Pin Plastic BGA Package (ZDU Suffix) with a 1.0-mm ball pitch.
- Does the DM6431 support boundary scan? Yes, it is boundary-scan-compatible with IEEE-1149.1 (JTAG) interface.
- What are the supply voltage ranges for the DM6431? The supply voltage ranges from 1.14 V to 3.63 V.
- How many general-purpose I/O (GPIO) pins does the DM6431 have? The DM6431 has up to 111 GPIO pins.
- What are some typical applications of the TMS320DM6431ZDUQ3? Typical applications include video imaging, networked media, and other digital media processing tasks.
- Does the DM6431 have power-saving modes? Yes, the DM6431 has individual power-saving modes.
