Overview
The TMS320DM8168SCYG2 is a high-performance digital media processor from Texas Instruments, part of the TMS320DM816x DaVinci family. This processor integrates an ARM Cortex-A8 RISC processor and a C674x floating-point VLIW DSP, making it highly suitable for demanding multimedia applications. The device is designed to handle complex tasks such as high-definition video processing, 3D graphics, and advanced audio processing.
Key Specifications
| Parameter | Specification |
|---|---|
| Processor Cores | ARM Cortex-A8 RISC Processor, C674x Floating-Point VLIW DSP |
| Processor Frequencies | ARM Cortex-A8: up to 1.2 GHz, C674x DSP: up to 1 GHz |
| On-Chip Memory | 512KB On-Chip RAM, 256KB L2 Unified Mapped RAM and Cache |
| External Memory Interfaces | Dual DDR2 and DDR3 SDRAM, Flexible 8-bit and 16-bit Asynchronous Memory Interface |
| Video Processing | Up to three programmable high-definition video image coprocessing (HDVICP2) engines, Two 165-MHz HD video capture and display channels |
| Graphics Engine | SGX530 3D graphics engine (available only on TMS320DM8168) |
| Audio Interfaces | Three Multichannel Audio Serial Ports (McASPs), Multichannel Buffered Serial Port (McBSP) |
| Networking | Two 10 Mbps, 100 Mbps, and 1000 Mbps Ethernet MACs (EMAC), Dual USB 2.0 Ports with Integrated PHYs |
| Storage Interfaces | Serial ATA (SATA) 3.0 Gbps Controller with Integrated PHYs, SD and SDIO Serial Interface |
| Package | FCBGA (1031), 25.0 mm x 25.0 mm |
| Voltage | Core Logic: 1.0 V, USB Logic: 0.9 V, RAM: 1.0 V, IO: 1.5 V, 1.8 V, 3.3 V |
Key Features
- High-performance ARM Cortex-A8 RISC processor and C674x floating-point VLIW DSP
- System Memory Management Unit (System MMU) for mapping DSP and EMDA TCB memory
- Up to three programmable high-definition video image coprocessing (HDVICP2) engines
- SGX530 3D graphics engine for sophisticated GUIs and user interactions (available only on TMS320DM8168)
- Dual DDR2 and DDR3 SDRAM interface, flexible 8-bit and 16-bit asynchronous memory interface
- Two 165-MHz HD video capture and display channels, digital HDMI 1.3 transmitter with PHY and HDCP
- Three Multichannel Audio Serial Ports (McASPs), Multichannel Buffered Serial Port (McBSP)
- Dual USB 2.0 Ports with Integrated PHYs, PCIe port x2 lanes GEN2 compliant interface
- Serial ATA (SATA) 3.0 Gbps Controller with Integrated PHYs, SD and SDIO Serial Interface
- Seven 32-bit general-purpose timers, system watchdog timer, up to 64 general-purpose I/O (GPIO) pins
- Via Channel technology for efficient PCB routing and reduced costs
Applications
The TMS320DM8168SCYG2 is designed for a wide range of multimedia and video processing applications, including:
- High-definition video encoding, decoding, and transcoding
- 3D graphics and gaming consoles
- Advanced audio processing and multi-channel audio systems
- Medical imaging and diagnostic equipment
- Industrial automation and control systems
- Automotive infotainment and navigation systems
- Security and surveillance systems with high-definition video capabilities
Q & A
- What are the key processor cores in the TMS320DM8168SCYG2?
The device features an ARM Cortex-A8 RISC processor and a C674x floating-point VLIW DSP. - What are the maximum frequencies of the processor cores?
The ARM Cortex-A8 can operate up to 1.2 GHz, and the C674x DSP can operate up to 1 GHz. - What type of on-chip memory does the TMS320DM8168SCYG2 have?
The device includes 512KB of on-chip RAM and 256KB of L2 unified mapped RAM and cache. - What external memory interfaces are supported?
The device supports dual DDR2 and DDR3 SDRAM, as well as a flexible 8-bit and 16-bit asynchronous memory interface. - What video processing capabilities does the TMS320DM8168SCYG2 offer?
The device includes up to three programmable high-definition video image coprocessing (HDVICP2) engines and two 165-MHz HD video capture and display channels. - Does the TMS320DM8168SCYG2 have a 3D graphics engine?
Yes, the TMS320DM8168SCYG2 includes an SGX530 3D graphics engine. - What audio interfaces are available on the TMS320DM8168SCYG2?
The device features three Multichannel Audio Serial Ports (McASPs) and a Multichannel Buffered Serial Port (McBSP). - What networking capabilities does the device have?
The device includes two 10 Mbps, 100 Mbps, and 1000 Mbps Ethernet MACs (EMAC) and dual USB 2.0 ports with integrated PHYs. - What storage interfaces are supported by the TMS320DM8168SCYG2?
The device supports Serial ATA (SATA) 3.0 Gbps controllers with integrated PHYs and SD and SDIO serial interfaces. - What is the package type and size of the TMS320DM8168SCYG2?
The device is packaged in an FCBGA (1031) with a body size of 25.0 mm x 25.0 mm.
