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TMS320C6748

TITMS320C6748

Texas Instruments
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Overview

The Texas Instruments TMS320C6748 is a fixed and floating-point digital signal processor (DSP) based on the C674x VLIW architecture, operating at up to 456MHz. It integrates an array of peripherals and offers both DSP capabilities and general-purpose control functionality, making it suitable for mixed-signal applications. The device includes 448kB of on-chip RAM and supports external non-volatile memory.

Why Choose This Part

Engineers benefit from the TMS320C6748's integrated fixed and floating-point DSP core, offering high performance for computationally intensive tasks. Its extensive peripheral set, including Ethernet MAC, USB, and multiple serial interfaces, simplifies system integration and reduces external component count. The availability of DSP BIOS and comprehensive libraries accelerates development, providing a robust platform for demanding embedded applications.

Applications

Audio and Video Processing
Utilize the floating-point DSP core for complex algorithms in audio codecs, video compression, and image processing, benefiting from its high clock rate and specialized instruction set.
Industrial Control Systems
Combine DSP capabilities for signal analysis with integrated communication interfaces like Ethernet MAC and various host interfaces for robust industrial control and automation applications.
Medical Imaging and Diagnostics
Process sensor data and perform real-time analysis in medical devices, leveraging the DSP for high-fidelity signal processing and the integrated peripherals for system control.
Test and Measurement Equipment
Develop high-performance data acquisition and analysis systems, where the DSP can handle complex computations and the various interfaces support connectivity to sensors and host systems.
Embedded Vision Systems
Implement embedded vision tasks requiring both computational power for image algorithms and flexible I/O for camera interfaces and display outputs.

Key Specifications

Type Fixed/Floating Point
Interface EBI/EMI, Ethernet MAC, Host Interface, I2C, McASP, SPI, UART, USB
Clock Rate 456MHz
On-Chip RAM 448kB
Mounting Type Surface Mount
Voltage - I/O 1.8V, 3.3V
Package / Case 361-LFBGA
Voltage - Core 1.00V, 1.10V, 1.20V, 1.30V
Non-Volatile Memory External
Operating Temperature 0degC ~ 90degC (TJ)
Supplier Device Package 361-NFBGA (16x16)

Getting Started

To get started with the TMS320C6748, engineers typically use the Code Composer Studio (CCS) integrated development environment from Texas Instruments. TI provides a DSP BIOS, Chip Support Library, and DSP Library to aid in development. Evaluation modules and development kits are available to facilitate prototyping and software development.

TMS320C6748 Family

Part NumberDifferenceStock
TMS320C6748EZCED4 EZCED4 190
TMS320C6748PGE PGE —

Also Consider

Sitara AM3358 TITexas Instruments - For applications requiring an ARM Cortex-A8 core alongside DSP capabilities for enhanced general-purpose processing.
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