Overview
The TMS320C6416T, part of the TMS320C64x family, is a high-performance fixed-point Digital Signal Processor (DSP) from Texas Instruments. This DSP is based on the second-generation VelociTI.2 very-long-instruction-word (VLIW) architecture, making it an excellent choice for demanding applications such as wireless infrastructure, video processing, and other high-performance signal processing tasks. The TMS320C6416T is fully software-compatible with the C62x family and offers extended temperature devices, making it versatile for various environments.
Key Specifications
| Parameter | Specification |
|---|---|
| Clock Rate | 600 MHz, 720 MHz, 850 MHz, 1 GHz |
| Instruction Cycle Time | 1.67 ns, 1.39 ns, 1.17 ns, 1 ns |
| MIPS | 4800, 5760, 6800, 8000 |
| Functional Units | Eight highly independent functional units with VelociTI.2 extensions |
| ALUs | Six ALUs (32-/40-Bit), supporting single 32-Bit, dual 16-Bit, or quad 8-Bit arithmetic per clock cycle |
| Multipliers | Two multipliers supporting four 16 x 16-Bit multiplies (32-Bit results) or eight 8 x 8-Bit multiplies (16-Bit results) per clock cycle |
| General-Purpose Registers | 64 32-Bit general-purpose registers |
| L1/L2 Memory Architecture | 128K-Bit (16K-Byte) L1P program cache, 128K-Bit (16K-Byte) L1D data cache, 8M-Bit (1024K-Byte) L2 unified mapped RAM/cache |
| External Memory Interfaces | Two EMIFs: 64-Bit (EMIFA) and 16-Bit (EMIFB) |
| PCI Interface | 32-Bit/33-MHz, 3.3-V PCI Master/Slave Interface conforming to PCI Specification 2.2 |
| Package | 532-Pin Ball Grid Array (BGA) Package (GLZ and ZLZ Suffixes), 0.8-mm Ball Pitch |
Key Features
- High-Performance DSP Core: Based on the VelociTI.2 VLIW architecture, offering high instruction throughput and low power consumption.
- Advanced Instruction Set: Supports byte-addressable data, 8-bit overflow protection, bit-field extract, set, clear, normalization, saturation, and bit-counting.
- Memory Architecture: Includes L1 and L2 caches, and two external memory interfaces (EMIFs) for glueless interface to various memory types.
- Peripheral Interfaces: Features PCI Master/Slave interface, Host-Port Interface (HPI), Enhanced Direct-Memory-Access (EDMA) controller, and multiple serial ports.
- Coprocessors: Includes Viterbi Decoder Coprocessor (VCP) and Turbo Decoder Coprocessor (TCP) for enhanced signal processing capabilities.
- Development Tools: Supports advanced C compiler, assembly optimizer, and Windows debugger interface for efficient development.
Applications
- Wireless Infrastructure: Ideal for base stations, wireless routers, and other wireless communication equipment.
- Video Processing: Suitable for video encoding, decoding, and processing in various video applications.
- Audio Processing: Used in audio encoding, decoding, and processing for high-quality audio systems.
- Medical Imaging: Applied in medical imaging devices for real-time signal processing and analysis.
- Industrial Automation: Utilized in industrial control systems and automation for high-performance signal processing.
Q & A
- What is the clock rate of the TMS320C6416T DSP?
The TMS320C6416T DSP has clock rates of 600 MHz, 720 MHz, 850 MHz, and 1 GHz.
- How many MIPS does the TMS320C6416T support?
The TMS320C6416T supports up to 4800, 5760, 6800, and 8000 MIPS.
- What is the architecture of the L1 and L2 memory in the TMS320C6416T?
The TMS320C6416T features a 128K-Bit (16K-Byte) L1P program cache, a 128K-Bit (16K-Byte) L1D data cache, and an 8M-Bit (1024K-Byte) L2 unified mapped RAM/cache.
- Does the TMS320C6416T support PCI interface?
Yes, the TMS320C6416T supports a 32-Bit/33-MHz, 3.3-V PCI Master/Slave Interface conforming to PCI Specification 2.2.
- What are the coprocessors available in the TMS320C6416T?
The TMS320C6416T includes a Viterbi Decoder Coprocessor (VCP) and a Turbo Decoder Coprocessor (TCP).
- What development tools are available for the TMS320C6416T?
The TMS320C6416T supports an advanced C compiler, an assembly optimizer, and a Windows debugger interface.
- What is the package type of the TMS320C6416T?
The TMS320C6416T is available in a 532-Pin Ball Grid Array (BGA) Package (GLZ and ZLZ Suffixes) with a 0.8-mm Ball Pitch.
- Is the TMS320C6416T suitable for wireless infrastructure applications?
Yes, the TMS320C6416T is highly suitable for wireless infrastructure applications due to its high performance and advanced signal processing capabilities.
- Does the TMS320C6416T support external memory interfaces?
Yes, the TMS320C6416T features two external memory interfaces (EMIFs): a 64-Bit (EMIFA) and a 16-Bit (EMIFB).
- What is the power consumption of the TMS320C6416T?
The power consumption details vary based on the clock speed and voltage; for example, 3.3-V I/Os with 1.1-V or 1.2-V internal voltage depending on the clock rate.
