Overview
The TMS320VC5409AZWS16 is a fixed-point digital signal processor (DSP) from Texas Instruments' TMS320C54x series. It is based on an advanced modified Harvard architecture, featuring one program memory bus and three data memory buses. This architecture allows for high parallelism, enabling simultaneous access to program instructions and data. The processor includes a 40-bit arithmetic logic unit (ALU), application-specific hardware logic, on-chip memory, and various on-chip peripherals. It is optimized for demanding signal processing applications and offers high integration, reducing system component count and cost.
Key Specifications
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| DSP Type | Fixed Point |
| Clock Rate | 160 MHz |
| Non-Volatile Memory | 32 kB ROM |
| On-Chip RAM | 64 kB |
| Voltage I/O | 3.3 V |
| Voltage Core | 1.6 V (160 MIPS), 1.5 V (120 MIPS) |
| Operating Temperature | -40°C to 100°C |
| Package | 144-LFBGA (MicroStar BGA) |
| Pins | 144 |
| Instruction Execution Time | 6.25 ns (160 MIPS), 8.33 ns (120 MIPS) |
Key Features
- Advanced Multibus Architecture with three separate 16-bit data memory buses and one program memory bus
- 40-Bit Arithmetic Logic Unit (ALU) including a 40-bit barrel shifter and two independent 40-bit accumulators
- 17- × 17-Bit Parallel Multiplier coupled to a 40-bit dedicated adder for non-pipelined single-cycle multiply/accumulate (MAC) operation
- Compare, Select, and Store Unit (CSSU) for the add/compare selection of the Viterbi operator
- Exponent Encoder to compute an exponent value of a 40-bit accumulator value in a single cycle
- Two Address Generators With Eight Auxiliary Registers and Two Auxiliary Register Arithmetic Units (ARAUs)
- Data Bus With a Bus Holder Feature
- Extended Addressing Mode for 8M × 16-Bit Maximum Addressable External Program Space
- On-Chip Peripherals:
- One 16-Bit Timer
- Six-Channel Direct Memory Access (DMA) Controller
- Three Multichannel Buffered Serial Ports (McBSPs)
- 8/16-Bit Enhanced Parallel Host-Port Interface (HPI8/16)
- Power Consumption Control With IDLE1, IDLE2, and IDLE3 Instructions With Power-Down Modes
- On-Chip Programmable Phase-Locked Loop (PLL) Clock Generator With Internal Oscillator or External Clock Source
- On-Chip Scan-Based Emulation Logic, IEEE Std 1149.1 (JTAG) Boundary Scan Logic
Applications
- Telecommunications
- Audio processing
- Industrial control systems
- Medical imaging
Q & A
- What is the TMS320VC5409AZWS16?
The TMS320VC5409AZWS16 is a fixed-point digital signal processor from Texas Instruments' TMS320C54x series.
- What is the clock rate of the TMS320VC5409AZWS16?
The clock rate is 160 MHz.
- How much on-chip RAM does the TMS320VC5409AZWS16 have?
The processor has 64 kB of on-chip RAM.
- What is the operating temperature range of the TMS320VC5409AZWS16?
The operating temperature range is -40°C to 100°C.
- What type of package does the TMS320VC5409AZWS16 use?
The package is a 144-LFBGA (MicroStar BGA).
- What are some key peripherals included in the TMS320VC5409AZWS16?
The processor includes a 16-bit timer, a six-channel DMA controller, three McBSPs, and an 8/16-bit enhanced parallel host-port interface (HPI8/16).
- Does the TMS320VC5409AZWS16 support power-down modes?
Yes, it supports power-down modes with IDLE1, IDLE2, and IDLE3 instructions.
- What is the voltage supply for the core and I/O of the TMS320VC5409AZWS16?
The core supply voltage is 1.6 V (for 160 MIPS) or 1.5 V (for 120 MIPS), and the I/O supply voltage is 3.3 V.
- What are some common applications of the TMS320VC5409AZWS16?
Common applications include telecommunications, audio processing, industrial control systems, and medical imaging.
- Is the TMS320VC5409AZWS16 still in production?
No, the product is obsolete and no longer being manufactured. Users should seek replacements or upgrades for future designs.
