Overview
The TMS320DM8127SCYE3 is a high-performance DaVinci Digital Media processor from Texas Instruments. This system-on-chip (SoC) is designed to meet the demanding processing needs of various multimedia and video processing applications. It integrates an ARM Cortex-A8 RISC core, a TMS320C674x floating-point VLIW DSP core, and advanced video and imaging coprocessors. This integration enables robust operating systems support, rich user interfaces, and high processing performance, making it ideal for Original-Equipment Manufacturers (OEMs) and Original-Design Manufacturers (ODMs) to quickly develop market-ready devices.
Key Specifications
| Parameter | Specification |
|---|---|
| Processor Cores | Up to 1-GHz ARM Cortex-A8 RISC Core, Up to 750-MHz TMS320C674x VLIW DSP |
| Performance | Up to 6000 MIPS and 4500 MFLOPS |
| Cache Memory | 32KB Instruction Cache, 32KB Data Cache, 256KB L2 Cache |
| On-Chip Memory | 64KB of RAM, 48KB of Boot ROM, 128KB of On-Chip Memory Controller (OCMC) RAM |
| Memory Interfaces | Dual DDR2/DDR3 SDRAM Interfaces, Supports up to DDR2-800 and DDR3-1066 |
| Video Processing | HD Video Processing Subsystem (HDVPSS), HDVICP v2 Engine for Encode, Decode, Transcode Operations |
| Networking | Dual Port Gigabit Ethernet MACs (10/100/1000 Mbps), USB 2.0 Ports, PCIe 2.0 Port |
| Package | 684-Pin Pb-Free BGA Package (CYE Suffix), 0.8-mm Ball Pitch |
| Operating Temperature | 0 to 90°C |
Key Features
- ARM Cortex-A8 Core: Includes Neon multimedia architecture, supports integer and floating-point operations, and features a 32KB instruction cache, 32KB data cache, and 256KB L2 cache.
- TMS320C674x DSP Core: High-performance floating-point VLIW DSP with 64 general-purpose registers, six ALU functional units, and support for 32-bit integer and IEEE single and double precision floating-point operations.
- Video and Imaging Coprocessors: Includes the HDVICP v2 engine for video encode, decode, and transcode operations, and an Imaging Subsystem (ISS) with camera sensor connections and image processing capabilities.
- Memory and Interfaces: Dual DDR2/DDR3 SDRAM interfaces, General-Purpose Memory Controller (GPMC), and Enhanced Direct Memory Access (EDMA) controller.
- Networking and Connectivity: Dual Port Gigabit Ethernet MACs, USB 2.0 ports, PCIe 2.0 port, and various serial interfaces including UART, SPI, and I2C.
- Peripheral Set: Includes multiple timers, a system watchdog timer, multichannel audio serial ports, and a real-time clock.
Applications
- IP Network Cameras: Suitable for high-definition video streaming and processing.
- Industrial Automation: Used in industrial automation systems requiring advanced video and imaging processing.
- Video Surveillance: Ideal for surveillance systems that need robust video processing and analytics.
- HD Video Conferencing: Supports high-definition video conferencing applications.
- Car Black Box and Home Audio/Video Equipment: Used in automotive and consumer electronics for video recording and playback.
- Stereo Cameras: Utilized in stereo vision applications requiring advanced image processing.
Q & A
- What is the primary processor core in the TMS320DM8127SCYE3?
The primary processor core is the ARM Cortex-A8 RISC core, which operates up to 1 GHz.
- What is the role of the TMS320C674x DSP core in this processor?
The TMS320C674x DSP core is a high-performance floating-point VLIW DSP that handles advanced video and imaging processing tasks.
- What video processing capabilities does the TMS320DM8127SCYE3 offer?
The processor includes the HDVICP v2 engine for video encode, decode, and transcode operations, and an Imaging Subsystem (ISS) for camera sensor connections and image processing.
- What memory interfaces are available on this processor?
The processor features dual DDR2/DDR3 SDRAM interfaces, supporting up to DDR2-800 and DDR3-1066.
- What networking capabilities does the TMS320DM8127SCYE3 have?
The processor includes dual Port Gigabit Ethernet MACs, USB 2.0 ports, and a PCIe 2.0 port.
- What is the operating temperature range of the TMS320DM8127SCYE3?
The operating temperature range is from 0 to 90°C.
- What package type is the TMS320DM8127SCYE3 available in?
The processor is available in a 684-Pin Pb-Free BGA Package (CYE Suffix) with a 0.8-mm ball pitch.
- What are some common applications of the TMS320DM8127SCYE3?
Common applications include IP network cameras, industrial automation, video surveillance, HD video conferencing, car black box, and home audio/video equipment.
- Does the TMS320DM8127SCYE3 support any specific video codecs?
Yes, it supports various video codecs including H.264, MPEG-2, VC-1, MPEG-4, SP/ASP, and JPEG/MJPEG.
- What development tools are available for the TMS320DM8127SCYE3?
The processor has a complete set of development tools including C compilers, a DSP assembly optimizer, and a Microsoft Windows debugger interface.
