Overview
The TMS320DM6437ZWT7 is a high-performance digital media processor from Texas Instruments, part of the TMS320C64x+™ DSP family. This processor is based on the third-generation VelociTI™ very-long-instruction-word (VLIW) architecture, making it an excellent choice for demanding digital media applications. The DM6437 device offers upward code compatibility with previous C64x™ devices and features an expanded instruction set. With a clock rate of up to 700 MHz, it achieves performance of up to 5600 million instructions per second (MIPS), addressing high-performance DSP programming challenges effectively.
Key Specifications
| Specification | Details |
|---|---|
| Processor Core | TMS320C64x+™ DSP Core |
| Clock Rate | 400-, 500-, 600-, 660-, 700-MHz |
| Instruction Cycle Time | 2.5-, 2-, 1.67-, 1.51-, 1.43-ns |
| MIPS Performance | 3200, 4000, 4800, 5280, 5600 MIPS |
| L1P Program RAM/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 |
| Memory Interfaces | 32-Bit DDR2 SDRAM, Asynchronous EMIF (EMIFA), NOR/NAND Flash |
| Package | 361-Pin Pb-Free PBGA Package (ZWT Suffix), 0.8-mm Ball Pitch |
| Process Technology | 0.09-µm/6-Level Cu Metal Process (CMOS) |
| Voltage | 1.2-V Internal, 1.8-V and 3.3-V I/O |
Key Features
- High-Performance DSP Core: Eight 32-Bit C64x+ Instructions/Cycle, VelociTI.2™ Extensions.
- Video Processing Subsystem (VPSS): Includes Video Processing Front-End (VPFE) and Video Processing Back-End (VPBE) for advanced video and imaging capabilities.
- Memory and Interfaces: 32-Bit DDR2 SDRAM Memory Controller, Asynchronous EMIF (EMIFA), NOR and NAND Flash Memory Interfaces.
- Peripherals: Two 64-Bit General-Purpose Timers, One 64-Bit Watch Dog Timer, Two UARTs, Master/Slave I2C Bus, Two Multichannel Buffered Serial Ports (McBSPs), AC97 Audio Codec Interface.
- Networking and Communication: 10/100 Mb/s Ethernet MAC (EMAC), IEEE 802.3 Compliant, Media Independent Interface (MII), Management Data I/O (MDIO) Module.
- Power and Clock Management: Individual Power-Savings Modes, Flexible PLL Clock Generators.
- Development Tools: C compilers, DSP assembly optimizer, Windows™ debugger interface.
Applications
- Digital Media: Video encoding and decoding, digital video recorders, set-top boxes.
- Networked Media: Streaming media servers, networked video devices.
- Video Imaging: Surveillance systems, medical imaging devices, automotive vision systems.
- Automotive Applications: High-end controller area network (CAN) controller for harsh environments.
Q & A
- What is the TMS320DM6437ZWT7 processor based on?
The TMS320DM6437ZWT7 is based on the third-generation VelociTI™ very-long-instruction-word (VLIW) architecture.
- What are the clock rates supported by the TMS320DM6437ZWT7?
The processor supports clock rates of 400-, 500-, 600-, 660-, and 700-MHz.
- What is the MIPS performance of the TMS320DM6437ZWT7?
The processor achieves up to 5600 MIPS.
- What memory interfaces does the TMS320DM6437ZWT7 support?
The processor supports 32-Bit DDR2 SDRAM, Asynchronous EMIF (EMIFA), and NOR/NAND Flash memory interfaces.
- What is the Video Processing Subsystem (VPSS) in the TMS320DM6437ZWT7?
The VPSS includes the Video Processing Front-End (VPFE) and Video Processing Back-End (VPBE) for advanced video and imaging capabilities.
- Does the TMS320DM6437ZWT7 support Ethernet?
Yes, it supports 10/100 Mb/s Ethernet MAC (EMAC) and is IEEE 802.3 compliant.
- What development tools are available for the TMS320DM6437ZWT7?
The processor comes with C compilers, a DSP assembly optimizer, and a Windows™ debugger interface.
- What are the power management features of the TMS320DM6437ZWT7?
The processor includes individual power-savings modes and flexible PLL clock generators.
- What package options are available for the TMS320DM6437ZWT7?
The processor is available in a 361-Pin Pb-Free PBGA Package (ZWT Suffix) with a 0.8-mm ball pitch.
- What is the process technology used in the TMS320DM6437ZWT7?
The processor is manufactured using 0.09-µm/6-Level Cu Metal Process (CMOS) technology.
