Overview
The TMS320DM648ZUT1 is a high-performance digital media processor developed by Texas Instruments. It is part of the TMS320DM648 series, which is based on the third-generation C64x+ DSP core. This processor is designed to handle demanding digital media applications with its advanced VelociTI.2 very-long-instruction-word (VLIW) architecture. The DM648 device offers significant performance enhancements, making it an excellent choice for applications requiring high-speed processing and advanced multimedia capabilities.
Key Specifications
| Specification | Details |
|---|---|
| Processor Core | C64x+ DSP Core |
| Clock Rates | 720 MHz, 800 MHz, 900 MHz, 1.1 GHz |
| Instruction Cycle Time | 1.39 ns (-720), 1.25 ns (-800), 1.11 ns (-900), 0.91 ns (-1100) |
| MIPS Performance | Up to 8800 MIPS |
| L1 Memory | 256K-bit (32K-byte) L1P Program RAM/Cache, 256K-bit (32K-byte) L1D Data RAM/Cache |
| L2 Memory | 4M-bit (512K-byte) Unified RAM/Cache (DM648) |
| External Memory Interfaces | 32-Bit DDR2 SDRAM, EMIFA for slower memories/peripherals |
| Video Ports | Five configurable 16-bit video port peripherals supporting multiple resolutions and video standards |
| Ethernet Switch Subsystem | 1000 Mbps Ethernet Switch with MDIO module and two SGMII ports (DM648) |
| Package Type | 529-Pin FCBGA Tray |
| Country of Origin | Philippines |
| Introduction Date | May 1, 2007 |
Key Features
- High-performance C64x+ DSP core with VelociTI.2 extensions, offering up to 8800 MIPS at 1.1 GHz.
- Advanced L1 and L2 memory architecture with flexible allocation between program and data space.
- Five configurable video port peripherals providing a glueless interface to common video decoder and encoder devices.
- Support for multiple video resolutions and standards (e.g., CCIR601, ITU-BT.656, BT.1120, SMPTE 125M, 260M, 274M, and 296M).
- 1000 Mbps Ethernet Switch Subsystem with MDIO module and two SGMII ports (DM648).
- VLYNQ interface, I2C bus interface, and multichannel audio serial port (McASP) with ten serializers.
- Four 64-bit general-purpose timers, each configurable as two independent 32-bit timers.
- User-configurable 16-bit or 32-bit host-port interface (HPI) and 32 pins for general-purpose input/output (GPIO).
- Support for audio/video synchronization and VCXO interpolated control port (VIC).
Applications
The TMS320DM648ZUT1 is designed for high-performance digital media applications, including:
- Video encoding and decoding
- Audio processing and synchronization
- Image processing and analysis
- Telecommunications and network equipment
- Industrial automation and control systems
- Medical imaging and diagnostics
Q & A
- What is the clock rate range of the TMS320DM648ZUT1?
The clock rate range is 720 MHz, 800 MHz, 900 MHz, and 1.1 GHz.
- What is the MIPS performance of the TMS320DM648ZUT1?
The processor offers up to 8800 MIPS at 1.1 GHz.
- What type of memory architecture does the TMS320DM648ZUT1 have?
The processor features a C64x+ L1/L2 memory architecture with 256K-bit (32K-byte) L1P Program RAM/Cache and L1D Data RAM/Cache, and 4M-bit (512K-byte) L2 Unified RAM/Cache.
- Does the TMS320DM648ZUT1 support multiple video standards?
Yes, it supports multiple video resolutions and standards such as CCIR601, ITU-BT.656, BT.1120, SMPTE 125M, 260M, 274M, and 296M.
- What is the package type of the TMS320DM648ZUT1?
The processor is packaged in a 529-Pin FCBGA Tray.
- When was the TMS320DM648ZUT1 introduced?
The introduction date is May 1, 2007.
- Does the TMS320DM648ZUT1 support Ethernet?
Yes, it features a 1000 Mbps Ethernet Switch Subsystem with MDIO module and two SGMII ports (DM648).
- What other peripherals does the TMS320DM648ZUT1 support?
The processor supports VLYNQ interface, I2C bus interface, multichannel audio serial port (McASP), general-purpose timers, and GPIO.
- Is the TMS320DM648ZUT1 compliant with RoHS regulations?
Yes, it is compliant with EU RoHS regulations with exemptions.
- What are the typical applications of the TMS320DM648ZUT1?
Typical applications include video encoding and decoding, audio processing, image processing, telecommunications, industrial automation, and medical imaging.
