Overview
The TMS320VC5401GGU50 is a powerful fixed-point Digital Signal Processor (DSP) from Texas Instruments, part of the TMS320C54x series. This DSP is designed for embedded applications and features an advanced modified Harvard architecture with one program memory bus and three data memory buses. The processor is known for its high processing power, low power consumption, and robust interfacing capabilities, making it suitable for a variety of applications.
Key Specifications
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Clock Rate | 50 MHz |
| Non-Volatile Memory | 4K x 16-Bit On-Chip ROM |
| On-Chip RAM | 8K x 16-Bit Dual-Access RAM |
| Voltage - I/O | 3.30V |
| Voltage - Core | 1.80V |
| Operating Temperature | -40°C ~ 100°C |
| Package Type | 144-Ball MicroStar BGA (GGU Suffix) |
Key Features
- Advanced Architecture: Modified Harvard architecture with one program memory bus and three data memory buses, allowing for high parallelism and simultaneous access to program instructions and data.
- High-Speed Processing: 50 MHz clock rate with 20-ns single-cycle fixed-point instruction execution time.
- On-Chip Memory: 4K x 16-Bit ROM and 8K x 16-Bit dual-access RAM.
- Interfacing Capabilities: Two Multichannel Buffered Serial Ports (McBSPs), Enhanced 8-Bit Parallel Host-Port Interface (HPI8), and two 16-Bit Timers.
- Power Management: Low core voltage operation at 1.8V, IDLE1, IDLE2, and IDLE3 instructions with power-down modes.
- Peripheral Support: Six-Channel Direct Memory Access (DMA) Controller, On-Chip Phase-Locked Loop (PLL) Clock Generator, and IEEE Std 1149.1 (JTAG) Boundary Scan Logic.
Applications
- Telecommunications: Suitable for signal processing and communication protocols.
- Audio Processing: Ideal for audio encoding, decoding, and manipulation.
- Industrial Control Systems: Used in control and monitoring systems for industrial automation.
- Automotive Systems: Applied in various automotive applications requiring real-time signal processing.
Q & A
- What is the clock speed of the TMS320VC5401GGU50?
The clock speed of the TMS320VC5401GGU50 is 50 MHz. - What type of memory does the TMS320VC5401GGU50 have on-chip?
The TMS320VC5401GGU50 has 4K x 16-Bit ROM and 8K x 16-Bit dual-access RAM on-chip. - What are the operating voltage ranges for the TMS320VC5401GGU50?
The operating voltage ranges are 1.80V for the core and 3.30V for I/O. - What is the operating temperature range for the TMS320VC5401GGU50?
The operating temperature range is -40°C to 100°C. - What types of interfaces does the TMS320VC5401GGU50 support?
The TMS320VC5401GGU50 supports McBSP, HPI8, and two 16-Bit Timers. - Is the TMS320VC5401GGU50 suitable for low power applications?
Yes, it features low core voltage operation and power-down modes. - What is the package type of the TMS320VC5401GGU50?
The package type is 144-Ball MicroStar BGA (GGU Suffix). - Does the TMS320VC5401GGU50 support DMA?
Yes, it includes a Six-Channel Direct Memory Access (DMA) Controller. - Is the TMS320VC5401GGU50 compatible with JTAG?
Yes, it supports IEEE Std 1149.1 (JTAG) Boundary Scan Logic. - What are some common applications of the TMS320VC5401GGU50?
Common applications include telecommunications, audio processing, industrial control systems, and automotive systems.
