Overview
The TMS320DM6433ZWT4 is a high-performance digital media processor from Texas Instruments, part of the TMS320C6000™ DSP platform. This device is based on the third-generation advanced VelociTI™ very-long-instruction-word (VLIW) architecture, making it an excellent choice for digital media applications. The DM6433 device is fully software-compatible with previous C64x devices and offers enhanced functionality and an expanded instruction set. It is designed to handle high-performance DSP programming challenges with its operational flexibility and numerical capabilities similar to high-speed controllers and array processors.
Key Specifications
| Specification | Details |
|---|---|
| Instruction Cycle Time | 2.5-, 2-, 1.67-, 1.51-, 1.43-ns |
| Clock Rate | 400-, 500-, 600-, 660-, 700-MHz |
| Instructions per Cycle | Eight 32-Bit C64x+ Instructions/Cycle |
| MIPS Performance | 3200, 4000, 4800, 5280, 5600 MIPS |
| L1 Program RAM/Cache | 256K-Bit (32K-Byte), Flexible Allocation |
| L1 Data RAM/Cache | 640K-Bit (80K-Byte), Flexible Allocation |
| L2 Unified RAM/Cache | 1M-Bit (128K-Byte), Shared between Program and Data Space |
| Package | 361-Pin Pb-Free PBGA (ZWT Suffix), 0.8-mm Ball Pitch |
| Power and Voltage | 3.3-V and 1.8-V I/O, 1.2-V Internal |
| Functional Units | Eight Highly Independent Functional Units with VelociTI.2 Extensions |
| ALUs and Multipliers | Six ALUs (32-/40-Bit), Two Multipliers for 32-Bit Results |
| Memory Interfaces | 32-Bit DDR2 SDRAM Memory Controller, Asynchronous EMIF (EMIFA) |
| Peripheral Interfaces | 10/100 Mb/s Ethernet MAC (EMAC), VLYNQ Interface, I2C, McBSP, McASP, UART, PCI |
Key Features
- High-Performance DSP Core: Based on the TMS320C64x+™ DSP core with up to 5600 MIPS performance at 700 MHz clock rate.
- VelociTI.2™ Extensions: Includes VelociTI.2 extensions to the VelociTI™ VLIW architecture, enhancing performance in video and imaging applications.
- Flexible Memory Configuration: L1 and L2 memory/cache with flexible allocation options.
- Video Processing Subsystem (VPSS): Supports image resizing, hardware on-screen display (OSD), and various video formats including NTSC/PAL, S-Video, RGB, YPbPr.
- Peripheral Interfaces: Includes 10/100 Mb/s Ethernet MAC, VLYNQ interface, I2C, McBSP, McASP, UART, and PCI interfaces.
- Low-Power and Automotive Grades: Available in low-power (L suffix) and automotive (Q or S suffix) grades.
Applications
- Digital Media Processing: Ideal for applications such as video encoding and decoding, image processing, and audio processing.
- Networked Media Devices: Suitable for networked media devices requiring high-performance DSP capabilities.
- Automotive Systems: Used in automotive systems that require robust and high-performance DSP solutions.
- Consumer Electronics: Applied in various consumer electronics such as set-top boxes, digital video recorders, and other multimedia devices.
Q & A
- What is the TMS320DM6433ZWT4 based on?
The TMS320DM6433ZWT4 is based on the TMS320C64x+™ DSP core and the third-generation advanced VelociTI™ VLIW architecture.
- What are the clock rates available for the TMS320DM6433ZWT4?
The clock rates available are 400-, 500-, 600-, 660-, and 700-MHz.
- What is the MIPS performance of the TMS320DM6433ZWT4?
The MIPS performance ranges from 3200 to 5600 MIPS depending on the clock rate.
- What type of memory does the TMS320DM6433ZWT4 support?
The device supports 32-Bit DDR2 SDRAM memory and asynchronous EMIF (EMIFA).
- Does the TMS320DM6433ZWT4 support automotive grades?
Yes, it is available in automotive grades (Q or S suffix).
- What video processing capabilities does the TMS320DM6433ZWT4 have?
The device includes a Video Processing Subsystem (VPSS) with image resizing, hardware OSD, and support for various video formats.
- What peripheral interfaces are available on the TMS320DM6433ZWT4?
The device includes interfaces such as 10/100 Mb/s Ethernet MAC, VLYNQ, I2C, McBSP, McASP, UART, and PCI.
- Is the TMS320DM6433ZWT4 software-compatible with previous C64x devices?
Yes, it is fully software-compatible with previous C64x devices.
- What is the package type of the TMS320DM6433ZWT4?
The device is packaged in a 361-Pin Pb-Free PBGA (ZWT Suffix) with a 0.8-mm ball pitch.
- Does the TMS320DM6433ZWT4 support low-power modes?
Yes, it is available in low-power (L suffix) grades.
