Overview
The TMS320DM8168BCYGA2, produced by Texas Instruments, is a high-performance DaVinci Digital Media Processor. This device is part of the TMS320DM816x family, which leverages TI's DaVinci technology to meet the processing needs of various demanding applications. The processor combines an ARM Cortex-A8 RISC CPU with a TI C674x VLIW floating-point DSP core and high-definition video and imaging coprocessors (HDVICP2), making it a powerful solution for HD video processing, video security, video conferencing, and more.
Key Specifications
| Feature | Specification |
|---|---|
| Processor Cores | ARM Cortex-A8 RISC CPU, TI C674x VLIW floating-point DSP core |
| Clock Speed | Up to 1.2 GHz (ARM Cortex-A8), up to 1 GHz (C674x DSP) |
| On-Chip Memory | 512KB On-Chip Memory Controller (OCMC), 32KB L1P and L1D RAM and Cache, 256KB L2 Unified Mapped RAM and Cache |
| External Memory Interface | Dual 32-bit DDR2 and DDR3 SDRAM Interfaces, up to DDR2-800 and DDR3-1600 |
| HD Video Processing | Up to three HDVICP2 engines, simultaneous HD and SD analog video output, dual HD video inputs |
| Graphics Engine | SGX530 3D graphics engine (available only on TMS320DM8168) |
| Peripheral Interfaces | PCIe 2.0 port, two Gigabit Ethernet MACs, two USB 2.0 ports, SATA 3.0 Gbps controller, SPI, SD and SDIO, I2C, McBSP, UARTs |
| Package | 1031-FCBGA, 25.0 mm x 25.0 mm |
Key Features
- High-performance DaVinci Digital Media Processor with ARM Cortex-A8 RISC CPU and TI C674x VLIW floating-point DSP core.
- Up to three high-definition video and imaging coprocessors (HDVICP2) for encode, decode, transcode, and transrate operations.
- SGX530 3D graphics engine for sophisticated GUIs and user interfaces (available only on TMS320DM8168).
- Dual 32-bit DDR2 and DDR3 SDRAM interfaces with up to DDR2-800 and DDR3-1600 support.
- Rich peripheral set including PCIe 2.0 port, Gigabit Ethernet MACs, USB 2.0 ports, SATA 3.0 Gbps controller, and more.
- System Memory Management Unit (System MMU) and Dynamic Memory Manager (DMM).
- SmartReflex™ Technology for power management and Via Channel™ technology for efficient PCB design.
Applications
- Video encode, decode, transcode, and transrate operations.
- Video infrastructure and video security systems.
- Video conferencing and media servers.
- Digital signage and other high-definition video applications.
Q & A
- What is the TMS320DM8168BCYGA2 processor?
The TMS320DM8168BCYGA2 is a high-performance DaVinci Digital Media Processor from Texas Instruments, combining an ARM Cortex-A8 RISC CPU with a TI C674x VLIW floating-point DSP core and high-definition video and imaging coprocessors.
- What are the key applications of the TMS320DM8168BCYGA2?
The key applications include video encode, decode, transcode, and transrate operations, video infrastructure, video security, video conferencing, media servers, and digital signage.
- What is the clock speed of the ARM Cortex-A8 and C674x DSP cores?
The ARM Cortex-A8 can operate up to 1.2 GHz, and the C674x DSP core can operate up to 1 GHz.
- What type of memory interfaces does the TMS320DM8168BCYGA2 support?
The device supports dual 32-bit DDR2 and DDR3 SDRAM interfaces with up to DDR2-800 and DDR3-1600 speeds.
- Does the TMS320DM8168BCYGA2 have a 3D graphics engine?
Yes, the TMS320DM8168BCYGA2 includes an SGX530 3D graphics engine, but this is only available on the TMS320DM8168 model.
- What peripheral interfaces are available on the TMS320DM8168BCYGA2?
The device includes PCIe 2.0 port, Gigabit Ethernet MACs, USB 2.0 ports, SATA 3.0 Gbps controller, SPI, SD and SDIO, I2C, McBSP, and UARTs.
- What is the package type and size of the TMS320DM8168BCYGA2?
The device is packaged in a 1031-FCBGA with dimensions of 25.0 mm x 25.0 mm.
- What is the purpose of the HDVICP2 engines in the TMS320DM8168BCYGA2?
The HDVICP2 engines are used for high-definition video and imaging processing, including encode, decode, transcode, and transrate operations.
- Does the TMS320DM8168BCYGA2 support power management features?
Yes, the device includes SmartReflex™ Technology for power management and Via Channel™ technology for efficient PCB design.
- What development tools are available for the TMS320DM8168BCYGA2?
The device has a complete set of development tools for both the ARM and DSP cores, facilitating robust system development.
