Texas Instruments TMS320C6000 manual Glossary

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Appendix A

Glossary

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AD535: The audio codec API module. Currently supported by the 6711 DSK.

address: The location of program code or data stored; an individually accessible memory location.

A-law companding: See compress and expand (compand).

API: See application programming interface.

API module: A set of API functions designed for a specific purpose.

application programming interface (API): Used for proprietary applica- tion programs to interact with communications software or to conform to protocols from another vendor’s product.

assembler: A software program that creates a machine language program from a source file that contains assembly language instructions, direc- tives, and macros. The assembler substitutes absolute operation codes for symbolic operation codes and absolute or relocatable addresses for symbolic addresses.

assert: To make a digital logic device pin active. If the pin is active low, then a low voltage on the pin asserts it. If the pin is active high, then a high voltage asserts it.

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bit: A binary digit, either a 0 or 1.

big endian: An addressing protocol in which bytes are numbered from left to right within a word. More significant bytes in a word have lower num- bered addresses. Endian ordering is specific to hardware and is deter- mined at reset. See also little endian.

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Contents TMS320C6000 DSK Board Support Library API User’s Guide Important Notice Read This First About This ManualNotational Conventions How to Use This Manual Contents DIP API Module Tables BSL Overview BSL Introduction How The BSL Benefits YouBSL Modules and Include Files BSL API ModulesBSL API Module Support Using BSL Handles BSL Support Library Name and Symbol ConventionsBSL API Module Support for 6711 DSK BSL Project Settings User’s Program SettingCompiler Options Linker OptionsAD535 API Module AD535 API Module Description AD535 API SummaryAD535 API Module AD535Config AD535ConfigAD535 API Reference AD535closeSets the Free bit of an McBSP serial port to Sets up AD535 using configuration structureAD553freeMcbsp AD553freeMcbsp AD535Id Returns McBSP HandleAllocates codec channel AD535Id Codec of C6711DSK use the predfined pointerAD535inGain AD535inGainSets AD535’s input gain AD535micGainAD535modifyReg AD535modifyReg Modifies specified control registerAD535open AD535openOpens codec channel AD535outGain AD535powerDown Enables AD535’s power-down modeSets AD535’s output gain AD535read AD535readAD535readHwi AD535readRegAD535readReg AD535reset AD535resetAD535write AD535writeReg AD535writeHwiWrites value to specified control register AD535writeRegAD535writeReg Board API Module Board API Module Description Board API SummaryBoard API Reference Boardsupport Compile time constantBOARDwriteReg BSL API Module BSL API Module Description BSL API FunctionBSLinit BSL API ReferenceBSLinit DIP API Module DIP API Module Description DIP API SummaryReturns current value of specified DIP switch DIP API ReferenceDIPget Compile time constantFlash API Module Flash API Module Description Flash API SummaryFLASHchecksum Flash API ReferenceFLASHchecksum Returns checksum of specified Flash data FLASHerase FLASHerase Erases specified segment of Flash memoryFLASHread FLASHreadReads data from Flash address FLASHwrite Flashsupport Compile time constantWrites data to Flash address FLASHwrite To write from writeBuffer to pages 1LED API Module LED API Module Description LED API SummaryLED API Reference LEDonLEDoff LEDonLEDtoggle Toggles specified LEDGlossary Board The BOARD-specific API Module CSL See chip support library DIP The DIP Switches API Module Flash The Flash ROM API Module IRQ Interrupt request see IRQ module ∝ -law companding See compress and expand compand Rtos Real-time operating system Glossary A-9 Index DipsupportLedsupport

TMS320C6000 specifications

The Texas Instruments TMS320C6000 series is a family of digital signal processors (DSPs) that has gained significant traction in the field of digital signal processing since its introduction. Leveraging advanced processing technologies, the TMS320C6000 DSPs are particularly recognized for their high-performance capabilities, efficiency, and versatility, making them suitable for a wide variety of applications, including telecommunications, audio and video processing, medical instrumentation, and more.

One of the main features of the TMS320C6000 series is its advanced architecture, which incorporates a superscalar pipeline. This allows for the simultaneous execution of multiple instructions, leading to enhanced processing speeds. The architecture is designed to support both fixed-point and floating-point operations, offering flexibility for different computational requirements. The use of VLIW (Very Long Instruction Word) technology allows the execution of multiple operations in a single instruction cycle, further maximizing performance.

The TMS320C6000 family utilizes high-speed memory architectures, including a sophisticated cache system that minimizes memory access delays. Built-in hardware accelerators for specific functions, such as fast Fourier transforms (FFTs) and filter algorithms, streamline processing tasks that are critical in real-time applications. The DSPs also support a range of data formats, enabling them to handle diverse data types efficiently.

An important aspect of the TMS320C6000 series is its scalability. The family includes a wide range of devices, from low-power processors suitable for portable equipment to high-performance models designed for demanding computation tasks. This scalability ensures that developers can select the appropriate DSP for their specific application requirements.

In terms of power efficiency, the TMS320C6000 processors are designed to deliver high performance with optimized power consumption. This makes them ideal for battery-operated devices where power management is a critical concern. Additionally, TI's software tools, such as Code Composer Studio, provide developers with an integrated development environment that simplifies the design process and enhances productivity.

Lastly, the extensive support for various communication interfaces, including PCI, USB, and Ethernet, allows for seamless integration into existing systems. With a rich ecosystem of hardware and software support, the TMS320C6000 series remains a popular choice for engineers seeking powerful and versatile DSP solutions in modern electronic design.
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