Overview
The TMS320DM8147BCYE1, produced by Texas Instruments, is a highly integrated DaVinci Digital Media Processor. This processor is part of the TMS320DM814x family, which leverages DaVinci processor technology to meet the processing needs for various multimedia and video processing applications. It features a powerful combination of an ARM Cortex-A8 RISC CPU, a TI C674x VLIW floating-point DSP core, and high-definition video and imaging coprocessors. This architecture enables rich user interfaces, high processing performance, and maximum flexibility for OEMs and ODMs to develop advanced multimedia products.
Key Specifications
| Parameter | Specification |
|---|---|
| Processor Core | ARM Cortex-A8 RISC CPU with Neon extension, TI C674x VLIW floating-point DSP core |
| Clock Speed | Up to 1 GHz |
| On-Chip RAM | 1.08 MB |
| L1 Cache (ARM) | 32 KB Instruction cache, 32 KB Data cache |
| L2 Cache (ARM) | 512 KB |
| L1 Cache (DSP) | 32 KB Program cache, 32 KB Data cache |
| L2 RAM (DSP) | 256 KB with ECC |
| Non-Volatile Memory | 48 kB ROM |
| I/O Voltage | 1.5V, 1.8V, 3.3V |
| Core Voltage | 1.1V, 1.2V, 1.35V |
| Peripheral Set | EMAC, PCIe, Timers, USB, GPMC, DDR2/DDR3 Memory Controller, etc. |
| Graphics Engine | SGX530 3D graphics engine |
| Video and Imaging Coprocessor | HDVICP2 |
Key Features
- High-Performance Processing: Combines an ARM Cortex-A8 RISC CPU and a TI C674x DSP core for high-performance processing of multimedia and video applications.
- Advanced Video Processing: Includes an HDVICP2 high-definition video and imaging coprocessor and an SGX530 3D graphics engine to off-load video and imaging tasks.
- Rich Peripheral Set: Supports a wide range of peripherals such as EMAC, PCIe, Timers, USB, GPMC, and DDR2/DDR3 Memory Controller.
- Development Tools: Comes with a complete set of development tools including C compilers, DSP assembly optimizer, and a Microsoft Windows debugger interface.
- Flexibility and Scalability: Offers flexibility in processor scalability and software development, making it suitable for a variety of applications.
Applications
- HD Video Conferencing: Ideal for Skype endpoints and other high-definition video conferencing solutions.
- Multimedia Devices: Suitable for developing advanced multimedia devices requiring high processing performance and rich user interfaces.
- Industrial Automation: Can be used in industrial automation systems that require high-performance processing and advanced video capabilities.
- Medical Imaging: Applicable in medical imaging devices that need high-resolution video and image processing.
- Consumer Electronics: Used in various consumer electronics such as set-top boxes, digital video recorders, and more.
Q & A
- What is the clock speed of the TMS320DM8147BCYE1 processor?
The TMS320DM8147BCYE1 processor has a clock speed of up to 1 GHz.
- What types of cores are included in the TMS320DM8147BCYE1?
The processor includes an ARM Cortex-A8 RISC CPU and a TI C674x VLIW floating-point DSP core.
- How much on-chip RAM does the TMS320DM8147BCYE1 have?
The TMS320DM8147BCYE1 has 1.08 MB of on-chip RAM.
- What is the purpose of the HDVICP2 coprocessor?
The HDVICP2 coprocessor is used for high-definition video and imaging processing, off-loading these tasks from the DSP core.
- What development tools are available for the TMS320DM8147BCYE1?
The processor comes with C compilers, a DSP assembly optimizer, and a Microsoft Windows debugger interface.
- What are some common applications of the TMS320DM8147BCYE1?
Common applications include HD video conferencing, multimedia devices, industrial automation, medical imaging, and consumer electronics.
- What is the voltage range for the I/O and core of the TMS320DM8147BCYE1?
The I/O voltage range is 1.5V, 1.8V, and 3.3V, while the core voltage range is 1.1V, 1.2V, and 1.35V.
- Does the TMS320DM8147BCYE1 support any graphics engines?
Yes, it includes an SGX530 3D graphics engine.
- What type of memory controller does the TMS320DM8147BCYE1 have?
The processor has a DDR2/DDR3 memory controller.
- Is the TMS320DM8147BCYE1 suitable for industrial automation?
Yes, it is suitable for industrial automation systems due to its high-performance processing and advanced video capabilities.
