Overview
The TMS320DM648ZUTD1 is a high-performance digital media processor from Texas Instruments, part of the TMS320C6000 DSP platform. It is based on the third-generation C64x+ DSP core, which utilizes the advanced VelociTI very-long-instruction-word (VLIW) architecture. This processor is designed to handle demanding digital media applications with its robust performance capabilities, including clock rates of up to 1.1 GHz and a peak performance of 8800 million instructions per second (MIPS).
Key Specifications
| Feature | Specification |
|---|---|
| CPU 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) |
| 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 Mapped RAM/Cache |
| DDR2 Memory Controller | 32-bit bus width, 1.8 V I/O |
| External Memory Interfaces | Synchronous and asynchronous EMIF (EMIFA), DDR2 SDRAM interface |
| Video Ports | Five configurable 16-bit video port peripherals supporting multiple resolutions and video standards |
| Package Type | 529-pin Flip Chip Plastic BGA (ZUT suffix), 19x19 mm 0.8 mm pitch BGA |
| Process Technology | 0.09-μm/6-Level Cu Metal Process (CMOS) |
| Power Supply | 3.3-V and 1.8-V I/O, 1.2-V internal |
| GPIO Pins | 32 general-purpose I/O pins with programmable interrupt/event generation modes |
Key Features
- High-Performance DSP Core: The C64x+ core offers up to 8800 MIPS at 1.1 GHz, making it suitable for high-performance DSP applications.
- Advanced Memory Architecture: Includes 256K-bit L1P and L1D RAM/cache and 4M-bit L2 unified mapped RAM/cache.
- Video Processing Capabilities: Five configurable 16-bit video port peripherals supporting multiple video standards and resolutions.
- External Memory Interfaces: DDR2 SDRAM controller and synchronous/asynchronous EMIF (EMIFA) for flexible memory management.
- Peripheral Set: Includes a 1000 Mbps Ethernet Switch Subsystem, VLYNQ interface, I2C bus interface, McASP with ten serializers, and four 64-bit general-purpose timers.
- Power Management: Individual power-saving modes and flexible PLL clock generators.
- Debug and Test: IEEE-1149.1 (JTAG) boundary-scan-compatible.
Applications
- Digital Video Recording: The processor is well-suited for digital video recording applications due to its high-performance video processing capabilities.
- Audio/Video Synchronization: Supports audio/video synchronization, making it ideal for multimedia applications.
- High-Performance DSP Applications: Suitable for various high-performance DSP tasks requiring advanced numerical and control capabilities.
Q & A
- What is the maximum clock rate of the TMS320DM648ZUTD1?
The maximum clock rate is 1.1 GHz.
- What is the peak performance of the C64x+ DSP core?
The peak performance is up to 8800 million instructions per second (MIPS).
- What type of memory architecture does the TMS320DM648ZUTD1 use?
The processor uses a C64x+ L1/L2 memory architecture with 256K-bit L1P and L1D RAM/cache and 4M-bit L2 unified mapped RAM/cache.
- Does the TMS320DM648ZUTD1 support multiple video standards?
Yes, it supports multiple video standards such as CCIR601, ITU-BT.656, BT.1120, SMPTE 125M, 260M, 274M, and 296M.
- What types of external memory interfaces are available on the TMS320DM648ZUTD1?
The processor includes synchronous and asynchronous EMIF (EMIFA) and a DDR2 SDRAM interface.
- Does the TMS320DM648ZUTD1 have any power-saving features?
Yes, it includes individual power-saving modes and flexible PLL clock generators.
- What is the package type of the TMS320DM648ZUTD1?
The package type is a 529-pin Flip Chip Plastic BGA (ZUT suffix).
- Does the TMS320DM648ZUTD1 support JTAG for debugging?
Yes, it is IEEE-1149.1 (JTAG) boundary-scan-compatible.
- How many GPIO pins does the TMS320DM648ZUTD1 have?
The processor has 32 general-purpose I/O pins with programmable interrupt/event generation modes.
- What is the process technology used in the TMS320DM648ZUTD1?
The process technology is 0.09-μm/6-Level Cu Metal Process (CMOS).
