Overview
The TMS320DM8167SCYG4 is a high-performance digital media processor from Texas Instruments, part of the TMS320DM816x DaVinci family. This processor is designed to handle demanding high-definition (HD) video applications, offering a robust combination of processing power, memory, and peripherals. It features an ARM Cortex-A8 RISC processor, a TI C674x VLIW floating-point DSP core, and advanced video and imaging coprocessors. This architecture enables efficient processing of multiple HD video streams, making it suitable for various video-centric applications such as video encoding, decoding, transcoding, and video security systems.
Key Specifications
| Parameter | Specification |
|---|---|
| Processor Cores | ARM Cortex-A8 RISC Processor, TI C674x VLIW Floating-Point DSP Core |
| Operating Frequency | Up to 1.20 GHz (ARM), Up to 1 GHz (DSP) |
| On-Chip Memory | 1.5 MB (including 32KB L1P, 32KB L1D, 256KB L2 RAM) |
| External Memory Interface | Dual DDR2 and DDR3 SDRAM Interface, Asynchronous (8-bit and 16-bit) RAM, NOR, GPMC, and ELM NAND |
| Video Processing | HD Video Processing Subsystem (HDVPSS), Three HD Video Image Coprocessors (HDVICP2) |
| Peripherals | PCI Express 2.0, USB 2.0, SATA 3.0 Gbps, Ethernet MAC, SPI, SD and SDIO, I2C, McBSP, McASP |
| Operating Voltage | Core: 1.00V, I/O: 1.5V, 1.8V, 3.3V |
| Operating Temperature | 0°C ~ 95°C (TJ) |
| Package Type | FCBGA (1031), 25.0 mm x 25.0 mm |
Key Features
- High-performance ARM Cortex-A8 RISC processor with NEON extension and TI C674x VLIW floating-point DSP core
- Advanced video and imaging coprocessors including HDVICP2 and HDVPSS
- Support for multiple HD video streams and transcoding capabilities
- Dual DDR2 and DDR3 SDRAM interface and various asynchronous memory interfaces
- Rich set of peripherals including PCI Express 2.0, USB 2.0, SATA 3.0 Gbps, Ethernet MAC, SPI, SD and SDIO, I2C, McBSP, and McASP
- 64 independent DMA channels and 8 quick DMA channels
- System Memory Management Unit (System MMU) and Dynamic Memory Manager (DMM)
- Support for 3D graphics with SGX530 engine (not available on TMS320DM8167)
Applications
- Video encoding, decoding, transcoding, and transrating
- Video infrastructure and video security systems
- Media servers and video conferencing systems
- Digital signage and other HD video applications
Q & A
- What is the primary application of the TMS320DM8167SCYG4?
The primary application of the TMS320DM8167SCYG4 is in high-definition video processing, including encoding, decoding, transcoding, and video security systems.
- What processor cores are included in the TMS320DM8167SCYG4?
The TMS320DM8167SCYG4 includes an ARM Cortex-A8 RISC processor and a TI C674x VLIW floating-point DSP core.
- What is the maximum operating frequency of the ARM and DSP cores?
The ARM core operates up to 1.20 GHz, and the DSP core operates up to 1 GHz.
- How much on-chip memory does the TMS320DM8167SCYG4 have?
The device has 1.5 MB of on-chip memory, including 32KB L1P, 32KB L1D, and 256KB L2 RAM.
- What types of external memory interfaces are supported?
The device supports dual DDR2 and DDR3 SDRAM interfaces, as well as asynchronous RAM, NOR, GPMC, and ELM NAND.
- What video processing capabilities does the TMS320DM8167SCYG4 have?
The device features an HD Video Processing Subsystem (HDVPSS) and three HD video image coprocessors (HDVICP2).
- What peripherals are available on the TMS320DM8167SCYG4?
The device includes peripherals such as PCI Express 2.0, USB 2.0, SATA 3.0 Gbps, Ethernet MAC, SPI, SD and SDIO, I2C, McBSP, and McASP.
- What is the operating voltage range for the TMS320DM8167SCYG4?
The core operates at 1.00V, and the I/O operates at 1.5V, 1.8V, and 3.3V.
- What is the operating temperature range for the TMS320DM8167SCYG4?
The operating temperature range is 0°C ~ 95°C (TJ).
- What package type is used for the TMS320DM8167SCYG4?
The device is packaged in an FCBGA (1031) with dimensions of 25.0 mm x 25.0 mm.
