TMS320C6414TBGLZA7

Digital Signal Processor Dsp Overview

The TMS320C6414TBGLZA7 is a fixed-point digital signal processor from the C64x family, utilizing an advanced VelociTI.2 VLIW architecture. It features eight independent functional units (six ALUs and two multipliers) capable of executing up to eight 32-bit instructions per cycle. The device supports clock rates of 600 MHz, 720 MHz, 850 MHz, and 1 GHz, delivering performance up to 8000 MIPS or 8000 MMACS for 8-bit data. It includes 16 KB L1P cache, 16 KB L1D cache, and 1 MB of configurable L2 memory. Key peripherals include a 32-bit PCI interface, UTOPIA ATM controller, three McBSPs, and a 64-channel EDMA controller.

Digital Signal Processor Dsp Feature Summary

• VelociTI.2 Architecture: Eight highly independent functional units enabling up to eight 32-bit operations per clock cycle.
• High Performance: Supports clock frequencies up to 1 GHz with throughput reaching 8000 MIPS and 8000 MMACS.
• Memory Hierarchy: Includes 16-KByte L1P direct-mapped cache, 16-KByte L1D 2-way set-associative cache, and 1-MByte flexible L2 RAM/cache.
• Peripheral Integration: Features a 32-bit/33-MHz PCI interface, UTOPIA Level 2 Slave ATM controller, three McBSPs, and a 64-channel EDMA controller.

Digital Signal Processor Dsp Applications

• Wireless infrastructure base stations
• IP-based video processing
• Fast wideband networks
• Medical diagnosis equipment
• Radar systems

Digital Signal Processor Dsp Procurement Notes

Verify the specific speed grade suffix (e.g., -6, -7, -8, -1) corresponding to the required operating frequency (600 MHz to 1 GHz). Confirm that the GLZ package variant matches the thermal and mechanical requirements of the target PCB design. Ensure compatibility with the 3.3-V I/O and 1.1-V or 1.2-V core voltage specifications based on the selected clock rate.

Digital Signal Processor Dsp Selection Notes

Select this model for applications requiring high-throughput fixed-point DSP processing with software compatibility to the C62x family. Choose between C6414T, C6415T, or C6416T variants based on peripheral needs; the C6414T lacks the PCI and UTOPIA interfaces found in the other models but remains pin-compatible if those peripherals are disabled. Consider the extended temperature range options if operation outside commercial limits is required.

Digital Signal Processor Dsp Part Context

This component belongs to the Texas Instruments TMS320C64x DSP family, representing the highest-performance fixed-point generation in the C6000 platform at the time of release. It is part of the C6414T/C6415T/C6416T subgroup, which shares a common 532-pin BGA package and core architecture. The TBGLZA7 designation indicates a specific speed bin and package configuration within this series.

Digital Signal Processor Dsp Replacement Considerations

The TMS320C6415T and TMS320C6416T are pin-compatible alternatives provided the unused peripherals (PCI/UTOPIA) on the higher-end models are disabled. Direct replacement requires verifying that the system does not rely on the specific peripheral configurations unique to the C6415T or C6416T if upgrading from the C6414T.

Digital Signal Processor Dsp FAQ

What is the maximum instruction throughput of the TMS320C6414TBGLZA7?

At a 1-GHz clock rate, the device can execute up to eight 32-bit instructions per cycle, achieving a maximum throughput of 8000 MIPS.

How is the L2 memory configured in this device?

The device contains 8 Mbit (1024 KByte) of L2 memory that can be configured as fully mapped RAM, fully cache, or a flexible combination of both.

Does the C6414T support the VCP and TCP decoder coprocessors?

No, the Vector Coprocessor (VCP) and Turbo Coprocessor (TCP) are exclusive to the C6416T device within this family.