Overview
The TMS320DM8168CCYG is a high-performance DaVinci Digital Media Processor from Texas Instruments. This processor combines the capabilities of an ARM Cortex-A8 RISC processor and a TMS320C674x Floating-Point VLIW DSP, making it a powerful solution for demanding high-definition video applications. The device is designed to support a wide range of multimedia processing tasks, including video encode, decode, transcode, and transrate operations, as well as video security, conferencing, and infrastructure applications. It also features a highly integrated peripheral set and robust operating system support, enabling original-equipment manufacturers (OEMs) and original-design manufacturers (ODMs) to quickly develop advanced multimedia devices.
Key Specifications
| Parameter | Specification |
|---|---|
| Processor | ARM Cortex-A8 RISC Processor, TMS320C674x Floating-Point VLIW DSP |
| Processor Frequency | ARM Cortex-A8: Up to 1.20 GHz, DSP: Up to 1 GHz |
| Performance | Up to 8000 MIPS and 6000 MFLOPS |
| Memory | 512KB On-Chip Memory Controller (OCMC) RAM, 256KB L2 Unified Mapped RAM and Caches |
| Cache | 32KB Instruction and Data Caches for ARM, 32KB L1P and L1D RAM and Cache for DSP |
| Package | FCBGA (1031) 25.0 mm x 25.0 mm |
| Operating Temperature Range | 0 to 95°C |
| Interfaces | Dual DDR2 and DDR3 SDRAM, SATA 3.0 Gbps, USB 2.0, Ethernet MACs, SPI, SD and SDIO, I2C, McBSP, McASP |
Key Features
- High-Performance DaVinci Digital Media Processors
- ARM Cortex-A8 RISC Processor with NEON Multimedia Architecture
- TMS320C674x Floating-Point VLIW DSP with 64 General-Purpose Registers and Six ALU Functional Units
- Up to Three Programmable High-Definition Video Image Coprocessing (HDVICP2) Engines
- SGX530 3D Graphics Engine (available only on the TMS320DM8168)
- Media Controller managing HDVPSS and HDVICP2 Modules
- System Memory Management Unit (System MMU)
- Dual USB 2.0 Ports with Integrated PHYs, PCIe port x2 lanes GEN2 compliant
- Serial ATA (SATA) 3.0 Gbps Controller with Integrated PHYs
- Two 10 Mbps, 100 Mbps, and 1000 Mbps Ethernet MACs (EMAC)
- General-Purpose Memory Controller (GPMC) and Enhanced Direct-Memory-Access (EDMA) Controller
Applications
- Video encode, decode, transcode, and transrate operations
- Video security and surveillance systems
- Video conferencing and collaboration tools
- Video infrastructure and streaming devices
- Media servers and digital signage solutions
- High-definition video processing in various industrial and consumer electronics
Q & A
- What is the TMS320DM8168CCYG processor?
The TMS320DM8168CCYG is a high-performance DaVinci Digital Media Processor from Texas Instruments, combining an ARM Cortex-A8 RISC processor and a TMS320C674x Floating-Point VLIW DSP.
- What are the key applications of the TMS320DM8168CCYG?
The processor is used in video encode, decode, transcode, and transrate operations, video security, conferencing, infrastructure, media servers, and digital signage.
- What is the maximum frequency of the ARM Cortex-A8 and DSP in the TMS320DM8168CCYG?
The ARM Cortex-A8 can operate up to 1.20 GHz, and the DSP can operate up to 1 GHz.
- What type of memory does the TMS320DM8168CCYG have?
The processor includes 512KB On-Chip Memory Controller (OCMC) RAM, 256KB L2 Unified Mapped RAM and Caches, and supports dual DDR2 and DDR3 SDRAM.
- Does the TMS320DM8168CCYG support 3D graphics?
Yes, the TMS320DM8168 device includes an SGX530 3D graphics engine.
- What are the key interfaces supported by the TMS320DM8168CCYG?
The processor supports SATA 3.0 Gbps, USB 2.0, Ethernet MACs, SPI, SD and SDIO, I2C, McBSP, and McASP interfaces.
- How many high-definition video image coprocessing engines does the TMS320DM8168CCYG have?
The processor has up to three programmable high-definition video image coprocessing (HDVICP2) engines.
- What is the package type and size of the TMS320DM8168CCYG?
The processor is packaged in a FCBGA (1031) with a size of 25.0 mm x 25.0 mm.
- What is the operating temperature range of the TMS320DM8168CCYG?
The operating temperature range is from 0 to 95°C.
- Does the TMS320DM8168CCYG support PCIe?
Yes, it supports a PCIe port x2 lanes GEN2 compliant interface.
