Overview
The TMS320DM8148SCYE1 is a highly integrated, programmable video processor from Texas Instruments, part of the TMS320DM814x DaVinci video processor family. This device leverages the DaVinci processor technology to meet the processing needs of various applications, including HD video conferencing, video surveillance, DVRs, IP netcams, digital signage, media players, mobile medical imaging, network projectors, and home audio and video equipment. It combines robust operating systems support, rich user interfaces, and high processing performance, making it an ideal choice for Original-Equipment Manufacturers (OEMs) and Original-Design Manufacturers (ODMs) to quickly bring products to market.
Key Specifications
| Specification | Details |
|---|---|
| Maximum Clock Frequency | Up to 1 GHz (ARM Cortex-A8), up to 750 MHz (C674x DSP) |
| Processor Cores | ARM Cortex-A8 RISC Core, TMS320C674x VLIW DSP Core |
| Cache Memory | 32KB Instruction Cache, 32KB Data Cache, 512KB L2 Cache |
| On-Chip Memory | 64KB of RAM, 48KB of Boot ROM, 256KB of L2 Unified Mapped RAM/Caches |
| Package/Case | 684-Pin Pb-Free BGA Package (CYE Suffix), 0.8-mm Ball Pitch |
| Data Bus Width | 32-Bit |
| Peripheral Interfaces | Dual DDR2 and DDR3 SDRAM interfaces, SATA 3.0 Gbps controller, MMC/SD/SDIO, SPI, I2C, UARTs, McBSP, McASP |
Key Features
- High-performance DaVinci video processors with up to 1-GHz ARM Cortex-A8 RISC Core and up to 750-MHz C674x VLIW DSP Core
- Supports up to 6000 MIPS and 4500 MFLOPS
- Fully software-compatible with C67x+ and C64x+ processors
- Neon multimedia architecture and Jazelle RCT execution environment
- High-definition video and imaging coprocessor 2 (HDVICP2) and SGX530 3D graphics engine
- Rich peripheral set including camera sensor interface, resizer, SATA controller, and multiple serial interfaces
- Multiple independent core power and voltage domains, and clock enable/disable control for subsystems and peripherals
Applications
- HD Video Conferencing - Skype endpoints
- Video Surveillance - DVRs, IP netcams
- Digital Signage
- Media Players and Adapters
- Mobile Medical Imaging
- Network Projectors
- Home Audio and Video Equipment
Q & A
- What is the maximum clock frequency of the TMS320DM8148SCYE1?
The maximum clock frequency is up to 1 GHz for the ARM Cortex-A8 core and up to 750 MHz for the C674x DSP core.
- What types of processor cores are included in the TMS320DM8148SCYE1?
The device includes an ARM Cortex-A8 RISC Core and a TMS320C674x VLIW DSP Core.
- What is the cache memory configuration of the TMS320DM8148SCYE1?
The device has 32KB of Instruction Cache, 32KB of Data Cache, and 512KB of L2 Cache.
- What peripheral interfaces are available on the TMS320DM8148SCYE1?
The device includes dual DDR2 and DDR3 SDRAM interfaces, SATA 3.0 Gbps controller, MMC/SD/SDIO, SPI, I2C, UARTs, McBSP, and McASP.
- What is the package type of the TMS320DM8148SCYE1?
The device is packaged in a 684-Pin Pb-Free BGA Package (CYE Suffix) with a 0.8-mm ball pitch.
- What are some of the key applications for the TMS320DM8148SCYE1?
The device is used in applications such as HD video conferencing, video surveillance, digital signage, media players, mobile medical imaging, network projectors, and home audio and video equipment.
- Does the TMS320DM8148SCYE1 support software compatibility with other TI processors?
Yes, it is fully software-compatible with C67x+ and C64x+ processors.
- What kind of graphics processing capabilities does the TMS320DM8148SCYE1 have?
The device includes an SGX530 3D graphics engine to off-load many video and imaging processing tasks from the DSP core.
- How does the TMS320DM8148SCYE1 manage power and clock control?
The device has multiple independent core power and voltage domains, and clock enable/disable control for subsystems and peripherals.
- What development tools are available for the TMS320DM8148SCYE1?
The device has a complete set of development tools including C compilers, DSP assembly optimizer, and a Microsoft Windows debugger interface.
