Overview
The TMS320DM6433, produced by Texas Instruments, is a high-performance digital media processor based on the third-generation C64x+™ DSP core. This device is part of the TMS320C6000™ DSP platform and is designed to excel in digital media applications. The DM6433 leverages the advanced VelociTI™ very-long-instruction-word (VLIW) architecture, offering up to 5600 million instructions per second (MIPS) at a clock rate of 700 MHz. It is upward code-compatible with previous C6000™ DSP devices, ensuring seamless integration and expanded functionality.
Key Specifications
| Specification | Details |
|---|---|
| Clock Rate | 400-, 500-, 600-, 660-, 700-MHz |
| MIPS Performance | Up to 5600 MIPS |
| L1 Program Cache/RAM | 256K-Bit (32K-Byte), Flexible Allocation |
| L1 Data Cache/RAM | 640K-Bit (80K-Byte), Flexible Allocation |
| L2 Unified Cache/RAM | 1M-Bit (128K-Byte), Flexible Allocation |
| Instruction Cycle Time | 2.5-, 2-, 1.67-, 1.51-, 1.43-ns |
| Functional Units | Eight highly independent functional units (two multipliers, six ALUs) |
| General-Purpose Registers | 64 registers of 32-bit word length |
| Peripheral Interfaces | 10/100 Mb/s Ethernet MAC (EMAC), VLYNQ interface, I2C Bus, McBSP, McASP, UART, PCI Master/Slave Interface |
| Package Options | 361-Pin Pb-Free PBGA Package (ZWT Suffix), 376-Pin Plastic BGA Package (ZDU Suffix) |
| Voltage and I/O | 3.3-V and 1.8-V I/O, 1.2-V Internal |
Key Features
- High-Performance DSP Core: The C64x+™ core offers up to 5600 MIPS at 700 MHz, with eight highly independent functional units, including two multipliers and six ALUs.
- Flexible Memory Configuration: L1 and L2 caches/RAM are configurable for optimal performance in various applications.
- Video Processing Subsystem (VPSS): Includes front-end and back-end components for image resizing, on-screen display, and video output in various formats.
- Peripheral Set: Includes 10/100 Mb/s Ethernet MAC, VLYNQ interface, I2C Bus, McBSP, McASP, UART, PCI Master/Slave Interface, and more.
- Power Management: Individual power-saving modes and low-power device options.
- General-Purpose I/O: Up to 111 GPIO pins with programmable interrupt/event generation modes.
Applications
- Digital Media: Ideal for applications such as video encoding and decoding, image processing, and digital signal processing.
- Networked Media Decode: Supports streaming media and networked video applications.
- Telecom and Voice Processing: Compatible with telecom interfaces like ST-Bus and H-100, and supports standard voice codecs.
- Automotive and Commercial Systems: Suitable for use in automotive and commercial environments due to its robust feature set and reliability.
Q & A
- What is the TMS320DM6433 based on?
The TMS320DM6433 is based on the third-generation high-performance C64x+™ DSP core and the advanced VelociTI™ VLIW architecture.
- What are the clock rates available for the TMS320DM6433?
The clock rates available are 400-, 500-, 600-, 660-, and 700-MHz.
- How much MIPS performance does the TMS320DM6433 offer?
The TMS320DM6433 offers up to 5600 MIPS.
- What is the configuration of the L1 and L2 caches/RAM?
The L1 program cache/RAM is 256K-Bit (32K-Byte), the L1 data cache/RAM is 640K-Bit (80K-Byte), and the L2 unified cache/RAM is 1M-Bit (128K-Byte), all with flexible allocation.
- What peripheral interfaces does the TMS320DM6433 support?
The device supports 10/100 Mb/s Ethernet MAC, VLYNQ interface, I2C Bus, McBSP, McASP, UART, and PCI Master/Slave Interface among others.
- What are the package options for the TMS320DM6433?
The package options include 361-Pin Pb-Free PBGA Package (ZWT Suffix) and 376-Pin Plastic BGA Package (ZDU Suffix).
- What is the voltage and I/O configuration of the TMS320DM6433?
The device has 3.3-V and 1.8-V I/O, with a 1.2-V internal voltage.
- What is the Video Processing Subsystem (VPSS) capable of?
The VPSS includes front-end and back-end components for image resizing, on-screen display, and video output in various formats.
- Does the TMS320DM6433 support power-saving modes?
Yes, the device supports individual power-saving modes and low-power options.
- How many GPIO pins does the TMS320DM6433 have?
The device has up to 111 GPIO pins with programmable interrupt/event generation modes.
