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OMAPL138EZWTA3

TIOMAPL138EZWTA3

Texas Instruments
ARM926EJ-S Microprocessor IC OMAP-L1x 1 Core, 32-Bit 375MHz 361-NFBGA (16x16)
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Overview

The OMAPL138EZWTA3 is a dual-core applications processor that integrates a 375MHz ARM926EJ-S RISC core with a C674x fixed/floating-point DSP. This architecture allows developers to offload complex signal processing tasks to the DSP while maintaining system control and user interface functions on the ARM core. It features integrated SATA 3Gbps and 10/100 Ethernet, making it suitable for high-speed data connectivity in embedded systems.

Why Choose This Part

The heterogeneous architecture provides a power-efficient balance between high-performance signal processing and general-purpose OS support. Its integrated high-speed peripherals, including SATA and USB 2.0 with PHY, reduce total system bill-of-materials and PCB footprint compared to multi-chip solutions.

Applications

Industrial Software-Defined Radio
Utilizing the C674x DSP for real-time waveform processing while the ARM core manages the networking stack and user interface.
Power Protection Relays
Performing fast Fourier transforms (FFT) on power line samples for fault detection and monitoring.
Networked Audio Processing
Handling multi-channel audio effects and filtering on the DSP with 10/100 Ethernet streaming support.
Portable Data Concentrators
Managing high-speed local storage via SATA and diverse peripherals for industrial sensor data logging.

Key Specifications

USB USB 1.1 + PHY (1), USB 2.0 + PHY (1)
SATA SATA 3Gbps (1)
Speed 375MHz
Ethernet 10/100Mbps (1)
Mounting Type Surface Mount
Voltage - I/O 1.8V, 3.3V
Core Processor ARM926EJ-S
Package / Case 361-LFBGA
RAM Controllers SDRAM
Co-Processors/DSP Signal Processing; C674x, System Control; CP15
Security Features Boot Security, Cryptography
Additional Interfaces HPI, I2C, McASP, McBSP, MMC/SD, SPI, UART
Graphics Acceleration No
Operating Temperature -40degC ~ 105degC (TJ)
Supplier Device Package 361-NFBGA (16x16)
Number of Cores/Bus Width 1 Core, 32-Bit
Display & Interface Controllers LCD

Getting Started

Developers typically use the Texas Instruments Code Composer Studio (CCS) IDE and the Processor SDK, which includes Linux and RTOS support. Hardware evaluation can be performed using the OMAP-L138 LCDK (Low Cost Development Kit) or specialized System-on-Modules (SoMs). Ensure proper power sequencing for the multiple voltage rails as specified in the datasheet to prevent long-term reliability issues.

OMAPL138 Family

Comparing specs that differ across variants. The current part is highlighted.

Part Number Speed Temp Range Stock
OMAPL138EZWTA3 (this part) 375M -40degC ~ 105degC .. 921
OMAPL138EZWTD4 456M -40degC ~ 90degC (.. 558
Also available as: OMAPL138EZWT3, OMAPL138EZWT4, OMAPL138EZCED4, OMAPL138

Categories

Microcontrollers Analog ICs