OMAPL138BZCED4

Microprocessors Overview

The OMAPL138BZCED4 is a dual-core system-on-chip integrating an ARM926EJ-S RISC processor and a C674x VLIW DSP. It operates at maximum clock frequencies of 456 MHz for both cores. The device features 16 KB instruction cache, 16 KB data cache, and 8 KB vector RAM on the ARM core, alongside 32 KB L1P, 32 KB L1D, and 256 KB L2 memory on the DSP. It includes 128 KB shared RAM, 64 KB ROM, and supports DDR2/mDDR via EMIFA. Operating voltage is 1.3 V with 1.8 V or 3.3 V I/Os. It utilizes a 361-ball PBGA package.

Microprocessors Feature Summary

• Dual-core architecture combining ARM926EJ-S and C674x DSP for mixed processing tasks
• Integrated EDMA3 controller supporting up to 64 independent DMA channels
• Hardware-accelerated security features including Basic Secure Boot with AES-128 encryption
• Comprehensive peripheral set including SATA, USB 2.0 OTG, Ethernet MAC, and video interfaces

Microprocessors Applications

• Industrial automation systems
• Remote radio units (RRU) and heads (RRH)
• Professional mobile radio devices
• Smart grid substation protection equipment

Microprocessors Procurement Notes

Verify component authenticity through authorized Texas Instruments distribution channels. Confirm that the specific ordering suffix matches the required package type and temperature rating. Ensure compliance with RoHS directives and check for moisture sensitivity level requirements during storage and handling procedures.

Microprocessors Selection Notes

Select this processor when high-performance digital signal processing is required alongside robust operating system support. Evaluate power consumption constraints against the specified 1.3 V core voltage. Verify that the available GPIO count and peripheral multiplexing options satisfy the target hardware interface requirements.

Microprocessors Part Context

This component belongs to the OMAP-L138 family, designed as a low-power applications processor. It merges the computational efficiency of the TMS320C6000 DSP platform with the software flexibility of the ARM9 architecture. The series targets embedded multimedia and control applications requiring significant real-time processing capabilities.

Microprocessors Replacement Considerations

OMAPL138EZWTD4

Microprocessors FAQ

What is the maximum operating frequency of the C674x DSP core?

The C674x DSP core supports a maximum clock frequency of 456 MHz.

Does the device support secure boot functionality?

Yes, it includes TI Basic Secure Boot which uses SHA-1/SHA-256 for validation and AES-128 for encryption to protect intellectual property.

What types of external memory are supported?

The device supports DDR2 and Mobile DDR SDRAM via a dedicated controller, as well as NOR, NAND flash, and asynchronous SRAM via the EMIFA interface.