Overview
The TMS320DM6437ZDUQ4 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 digital media applications, offering a balance of high-speed processing, flexible memory configurations, and a rich set of peripherals.
The DM6437 device is upward code-compatible with previous devices in the C6000™ DSP platform, ensuring ease of migration and development. It features a powerful C64x+™ DSP core, which can operate at clock rates up to 700 MHz, achieving performance levels of up to 5600 million instructions per second (MIPS).
Key Specifications
| Feature | Specification |
|---|---|
| Processor Core | C64x+™ DSP Core |
| Clock Rate | Up to 700 MHz |
| Performance | Up to 5600 MIPS |
| L1P Program Memory/Cache | 256K-Bit (32K-Byte), Flexible Allocation |
| L1D Data RAM/Cache | 640K-Bit (80K-Byte), Flexible Allocation |
| L2 Unified RAM/Cache | 1M-Bit (128K-Byte), Flexible Allocation |
| On-Chip ROM | 64 kB |
| On-Chip RAM | 240 kB |
| Core Voltage | 1.05 V, 1.20 V |
| I/O Voltage | 1.8 V, 3.3 V |
| Package Type | 376-BGA (23x23 mm) |
| Operating Temperature | -40°C to 125°C |
| Interfaces | HPI, I²C, McASP, McBSP, PCI, UART, 10/100 Ethernet MAC |
Key Features
- High-Performance DSP Core: The C64x+™ core offers up to 5600 MIPS and supports up to eight 32-bit instructions per cycle.
- Flexible Memory Configuration: Includes L1P, L1D, and L2 memory/cache with flexible allocation.
- Video Processing Subsystem (VPSS): Features Video Processing Front-End (VPFE) and Video Processing Back-End (VPBE) for advanced video and imaging processing.
- Peripheral Set: Includes EDMA3, two 64-bit general-purpose timers, one 64-bit watchdog timer, two UARTs, I²C, McBSPs, and more.
- Network Connectivity: Supports 10/100 Ethernet MAC with hardware flow control and quality of service (QOS) support.
- Power Management: Individual power-saving modes and flexible PLL clock generators for energy efficiency.
- Development Tools: Comprehensive set of development tools including C compilers, DSP assembly optimizer, and Windows™ debugger interface.
Applications
- Industrial Automation: Suitable for high-speed control and monitoring in industrial environments.
- Medical Imaging Systems: Ideal for real-time image processing and analysis.
- Advanced Multimedia Devices: Optimized for video and audio processing in multimedia applications.
- Telecommunications Infrastructure: Used in network equipment for efficient data processing and communication.
- Automotive Systems: Supports harsh environment communication with the high-end controller area network (CAN) controller.
Q & A
- What is the maximum clock rate of the TMS320DM6437ZDUQ4?
The maximum clock rate is up to 700 MHz.
- What is the performance of the C64x+™ DSP core in MIPS?
The performance is up to 5600 MIPS.
- What types of memory does the TMS320DM6437ZDUQ4 have?
The processor has L1P, L1D, and L2 memory/cache, as well as 64 kB of on-chip ROM and 240 kB of on-chip RAM.
- What interfaces does the TMS320DM6437ZDUQ4 support?
The processor supports HPI, I²C, McASP, McBSP, PCI, UART, and 10/100 Ethernet MAC.
- What is the operating temperature range of the TMS320DM6437ZDUQ4?
The operating temperature range is from -40°C to 125°C.
- Does the TMS320DM6437ZDUQ4 support video processing?
Yes, it features a Video Processing Subsystem (VPSS) with VPFE and VPBE for advanced video and imaging processing.
- What development tools are available for the TMS320DM6437ZDUQ4?
The processor has a comprehensive set of development tools including C compilers, DSP assembly optimizer, and Windows™ debugger interface.
- Is the TMS320DM6437ZDUQ4 suitable for automotive applications?
Yes, it supports harsh environment communication with the high-end controller area network (CAN) controller.
- What is the package type of the TMS320DM6437ZDUQ4?
The package type is 376-BGA (23x23 mm).
- Is the TMS320DM6437ZDUQ4 RoHS compliant?
Yes, the device is lead-free and RoHS compliant.
