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TMS320DM642AGDK7  

DSP

TMS320DM642AGDK7 Description

The TMS320DM642AGDK7 from Texas Instruments is a high-performance fixed-point digital signal processor (DSP) from the TMS320DM64x DaVinci™ series, designed for demanding embedded applications. Packaged in a 548-pin FCBGA, it operates at a 720MHz clock rate with a 1.40V core voltage and 3.30V I/O voltage, balancing power efficiency and processing throughput. Featuring 160kB on-chip RAM and requiring external non-volatile memory, it supports high-speed interfaces like PCI, I2C, McASP, and McBSP, making it ideal for real-time signal processing.

TMS320DM642AGDK7 Features

• High-Speed Processing: 720MHz fixed-point DSP core for low-latency computations in multimedia and communications.
• Rich Peripheral Set: Includes Host Interface, McASP (for audio), and PCI for flexible system integration.
• Robust Thermal Design: Operates in 0°C to 90°C (TC) ranges, suitable for industrial environments.
• Surface-Mount Packaging: 548-FCBGA ensures compact PCB integration (MSL-4 rated).
• Legacy Status: Marked "Not For New Designs", but remains viable for maintenance or upgrades in existing systems.
• REACH Compliance: Adheres to environmental regulations, though classified as "REACH Affected".

TMS320DM642AGDK7 Applications

This DSP excels in real-time video/audio processing, such as:

• Video Surveillance: Hardware-accelerated encoding/decoding for multi-channel systems.
• Telecommunications: Baseband processing in VoIP or wireless infrastructure.
• Industrial Automation: High-speed control algorithms and sensor data processing.
• Legacy Embedded Systems: Upgrades for designs requiring DaVinci™ architecture compatibility.

Conclusion of TMS320DM642AGDK7

The TMS320DM642AGDK7 is a proven solution for high-throughput DSP tasks, offering a blend of speed, peripheral versatility, and thermal resilience. While not recommended for new designs, its 720MHz performance and DaVinci™ ecosystem support make it a pragmatic choice for sustaining or retrofitting legacy applications in video, audio, and industrial domains. Engineers should evaluate alternatives for forward-looking projects but can leverage this DSP’s maturity for stable, high-performance systems.

TMS320DM642AGDK7 Documents

Download datasheets and manufacturer documentation for TMS320DM642AGDK7

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Application Notes :

JPEG Netcam2 on the DM642 EVM (Rev. A)       Interfacing a CMOS Sensor to the TMS320DM642 Using Raw Capture Mode (Rev. A)       A DSP/BIOS AIC23 Codec Device Driver for the TMS320DM642 EVM       The TMS320DM642 Video Port Mini-Driver (Rev. A)       Video Scaling Example on the DM642 EVM       Driver Examples on the DM642 EVM (Rev. A)       MPEG-2 Encoder on the DM642 EVM       Adapting the SPRA904 Motion Detection Application Report to the DM642 EVM       JPEG Loop Back on the DM642 EVM       Migrating from TMS320DM642/3/1/0 to the TMS320DM648/7       On-Screen-Display Driver Examples For DM642 EVM Demo Software Release Report       JPEG Network on the DM642 EVM (Rev. A)       High Resolution Video Using the DM642 DSP and the THS8200 Driver (Rev. A)       Interfacing an LCD Controller to a DM642 Video Port (Rev. B)       H.263 Loop Back on the DM642 EVM       Audio Echo on the DM642 EVM       Migrating from TMS320DM642 to TMS320DM6467       MPEG-2 High Definition Decoder on the DM642 EVM       JPEG Motion on the DM642 EVM (Rev. A)       The TMS320DM642 Video Port Mini-Driver for TVP5146 and TVP5150 decoder       An Audio Example Using Reference Frameworks on the DM642 EVM       JPEG Netcam on the DM642 EVM (Rev. A)       Migrating from TMS320DM642 to TMS320DM648/DM6437       TMS320DM64x Power Consumption Summary (Rev. F)       Migrating from TMS320DM642 to TMS320DM6437       MPEG-2 Loop Back on the DM642 EVM       TMS320DM642 Hardware Designer's Resource Guide (Rev. A)       TMS320DM642 EVM Daughtercard Specification Revision 1.0       Audio Demonstration on the DM642 EVM