Overview
The TMS320DM6467TZUT1, produced by Texas Instruments, is a Digital Media System-on-Chip (DMSoC) that leverages TI’s DaVinci™ technology. This device is designed to meet the networked media encode and decode digital media processing needs of next-generation embedded devices. The DM6467T features a dual-core architecture, combining a high-performance TMS320C64x+ DSP core and an ARM926EJ-S core, providing the benefits of both DSP and Reduced Instruction Set Computer (RISC) technologies. This integration enables robust operating systems support, rich user interfaces, high processing performance, and long battery life.
Key Specifications
| Feature | Specification |
|---|---|
| C64x+ DSP Core Clock Rate | 1 GHz |
| ARM926EJ-S Core Clock Rate | 500 MHz |
| L2 Unified Mapped RAM/Cache | 128 KB |
| L1 Instruction Cache (ARM) | 16 KB |
| L1 Data Cache (ARM) | 8 KB |
| L1 Program Cache (DSP) | 32 KB |
| L1 Data Cache (DSP) | 32 KB |
| DDR2 Memory Controller | Up to 400 MHz, 16/32-bit bus width |
| Package Type | 529-pin Pb-Free BGA (CUT suffix) |
| Ethernet MAC | 10/100/1000 Mb/s, IEEE 802.3 compliant |
| USB Interface | USB 2.0 High-/Full-/Low-Speed Host and Client |
Key Features
- Dual-Core Architecture: Combines a TMS320C64x+ DSP core and an ARM926EJ-S core.
- High-Performance DSP: 8000 C64x+ MIPS, with advanced very-long-instruction-word (VLIW) architecture.
- ARM Core: Supports 32-bit and 16-bit (Thumb) instruction sets, with separate 16 KB instruction and 8 KB data caches.
- Video Processing: High-Definition Video/Imaging Co-processor (HDVICP) and Video Data Conversion Engine (VDCE) for video and imaging tasks.
- Memory and Storage: Up to 400 MHz DDR2 SDRAM, asynchronous EMIF, NOR and NAND flash memory interfaces.
- Peripheral Interfaces: Includes 10/100/1000 Mb/s Ethernet MAC, USB 2.0, PCI, I2C, SPI, and multichannel audio serial ports.
- Power Management: Individual power-saving modes for ARM/DSP, and a power sleep controller.
Applications
- Video Encode/Decode/Transcode/Transrate: Supports H.264, MPEG2, VC1, and MPEG4 SP/ASP codecs.
- Networked Media: Suitable for networked media encode and decode applications.
- Video Imaging: Ideal for video imaging and video conferencing applications.
- Video Infrastructure: Used in video infrastructure and digital media devices.
- Embedded Systems: Applicable in various embedded systems requiring high-performance digital media processing.
Q & A
- What is the clock rate of the C64x+ DSP core in the TMS320DM6467T?
The C64x+ DSP core operates at a clock rate of 1 GHz.
- What is the clock rate of the ARM926EJ-S core in the TMS320DM6467T?
The ARM926EJ-S core operates at a clock rate of 500 MHz.
- What type of memory does the TMS320DM6467T support?
The device supports up to 400 MHz DDR2 SDRAM, as well as NOR and NAND flash memory interfaces.
- Does the TMS320DM6467T have built-in video processing capabilities?
Yes, it includes a High-Definition Video/Imaging Co-processor (HDVICP) and a Video Data Conversion Engine (VDCE).
- What are the key peripherals included in the TMS320DM6467T?
The device includes peripherals such as a 10/100/1000 Mb/s Ethernet MAC, USB 2.0, PCI, I2C, SPI, and multichannel audio serial ports.
- What is the package type of the TMS320DM6467TZUT1?
The package type is a 529-pin Pb-Free BGA (CUT suffix).
- Does the TMS320DM6467T support power-saving modes?
Yes, it has individual power-saving modes for the ARM and DSP cores, along with a power sleep controller.
- What are some common applications of the TMS320DM6467T?
Common applications include video encode/decode/transcode/transrate, networked media, video imaging, video infrastructure, and various embedded systems.
- Does the TMS320DM6467T have development tools available?
Yes, it includes C compilers, a DSP assembly optimizer, and a Windows™ debugger interface for both the ARM and DSP cores.
- Is the TMS320DM6467T compliant with any industry standards?
Yes, it conforms to PCI Specification 2.3 and is IEEE 802.3 compliant for Ethernet.
