Overview
The TMS320VC5410A, specifically the TMS320VC5410PGE100 model, is a fixed-point digital signal processor (DSP) developed by Texas Instruments. This processor is based on an advanced modified Harvard architecture, featuring one program memory bus and three data memory buses. This design allows for simultaneous access to program instructions and data, enhancing parallelism and operational speed. The TMS320VC5410A is equipped with a powerful arithmetic logic unit (ALU), on-chip memory, and various on-chip peripherals, making it suitable for a wide range of applications requiring high-performance signal processing.
Key Specifications
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Package Type | 144-Pin PGE Low-Profile Quad Flatpack (LQFP) |
| Core Supply Voltage | 1.6 V (for 160 MIPS), 1.5 V (for 120 MIPS) |
| Program Memory | 128 KB |
| Data Memory | 32 KB |
| Extended Program Memory | Up to 16 MB |
| On-Chip RAM | 32 KB |
| On-Chip ROM | With bootloader |
| Arithmetic Logic Unit (ALU) | 40-bit ALU with 40-bit barrel shifter and two independent 40-bit accumulators |
| MIPS (Millions of Instructions Per Second) | Up to 160 MIPS |
| Host-Port Interface (HPI) | Enhanced 8-/16-Bit HPI8/16 |
| McBSP (Multichannel Buffered Serial Ports) | Multiple McBSPs for serial communication |
| DMA Controller | 6-channel DMA controller |
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.
- Conditional store instructions and fast return from interrupt capabilities.
- On-chip peripherals including software-programmable wait-state generator, programmable bank-switching, bus holders, and enhanced 8-/16-bit host-port interface (HPI8/16).
- Multichannel Buffered Serial Ports (McBSPs) for serial communication.
- Hardware timer and clock generator.
- Enhanced External Parallel Interface (XIO2).
- 6-channel DMA controller.
- IEEE Standard 1149.1-1990 Standard-Test-Access Port and Boundary Scan Architecture.
Applications
The TMS320VC5410A is optimized for various applications requiring high-performance signal processing, including:
- Telecom and VoIP equipment.
- Personal and portable products such as digital music players and radios.
- GPS and navigation systems.
- Industrial control and automation systems.
- Aerospace and defense applications.
Q & A
- What is the core supply voltage for the TMS320VC5410A?
The core supply voltage for the TMS320VC5410A can be either 1.6 V (for 160 MIPS) or 1.5 V (for 120 MIPS).
- What type of package is the TMS320VC5410PGE100 available in?
The TMS320VC5410PGE100 is available in a 144-Pin PGE Low-Profile Quad Flatpack (LQFP) package.
- How much program and data memory does the TMS320VC5410A have?
The TMS320VC5410A has 128 KB of program memory and 32 KB of data memory.
- What is the maximum MIPS rating for the TMS320VC5410A?
The TMS320VC5410A can operate at up to 160 MIPS.
- Does the TMS320VC5410A support McBSPs?
Yes, the TMS320VC5410A supports multiple Multichannel Buffered Serial Ports (McBSPs) for serial communication.
- What is the purpose of the HPI8/16 interface on the TMS320VC5410A?
The HPI8/16 interface is an enhanced 8-/16-bit host-port interface that allows for communication with external devices).
- Does the TMS320VC5410A have a DMA controller?
Yes, the TMS320VC5410A includes a 6-channel DMA controller).
- What is the significance of the IEEE Standard 1149.1-1990 on the TMS320VC5410A?
The TMS320VC5410A supports the IEEE Standard 1149.1-1990 Standard-Test-Access Port and Boundary Scan Architecture, which facilitates testing and debugging).
- What are some common applications for the TMS320VC5410A?
The TMS320VC5410A is used in telecom and VoIP equipment, personal and portable products, GPS systems, industrial control systems, and aerospace and defense applications).
- How does the TMS320VC5410A manage interrupts and function calls?
The TMS320VC5410A includes control mechanisms to manage interrupts, repeated operations, and function calls, enhancing its operational flexibility and speed).
