VBLNKYSTART2, VBLNKXSTART2 | Texas Instruments TMS320C64x DSP

Video Display Registers

Figure 4–45. Video Display Field 2 Vertical Blanking Start Register (VDVBLKS2)

31	28	27	16
	Reserved		VBLNKYSTART2

	R-0		R/W-0
15	12	11	0

	Reserved		VBLNKXSTART2

	R-0		R/W-0

Legend: R = Read only; R/W = Read/Write; -n= value after reset

Table 4–12. Video Display Field 2 Vertical Blanking Start Register (VDVBLKS2) Field Descriptions

				Description
Bit	field†	symval†	Value	BT.656 and Y/C Mode	Raw Data Mode
31–28	Reserved	–	0	Reserved. The reserved bit location is always read as
				0. A value written to this field has no effect.

27–16	VBLNKYSTART2	OF(value)	0–FFFh	Specifies the line (in	Specifies the line (in
				FLCOUNT) where	FLCOUNT) where vertical
				VBLNK active edge	blanking begins (VBLNK
				occurs for field 2. Does	active edge) for field 2.
				not affect EAV/SAV V bit
				operation.

15–12	Reserved	–	0	Reserved. The reserved bit location is always read as
				0. A value written to this field has no effect.

11–0	VBLNKXSTART2	OF(value)	0–FFFh	Specifies the pixel (in	Specifies the pixel (in
				FPCOUNT) where	FPCOUNT) where
				VBLNK active edge	vertical blanking begins
				occurs for field 2.	(VBLNK active edge) for
					field 2.

† For CSL implementation, use the notation VP_VDVBLKS2_field_symval

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Video Display Port

SPRU629

TMS320C64x DSP specifications

The TMS320C64x DSP family from Texas Instruments represents a significant milestone in the realm of digital signal processing. Launched as part of the C6000 series, the C64x DSPs are designed for high-performance applications requiring intensive computational capabilities, such as telecommunications, audio processing, video processing, and industrial control systems.

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Another key characteristic of the TMS320C64x family is its support for advanced instruction sets optimized for specific applications. These include SIMD (Single Instruction, Multiple Data) capabilities, allowing for efficient handling of large datasets often involved in multimedia processing or complex signal manipulation.

For connectivity, these DSPs often integrate advanced interfaces such as EMIF (External Memory Interface) and McBSP (Multichannel Buffered Serial Port), facilitating seamless interaction with a variety of peripheral devices. This ensures that the DSP can suit different application needs and integrate well into various system architectures.

Texas Instruments emphasizes low power consumption with the C64x DSPs, making them ideal for portable or energy-sensitive applications. Advanced power management techniques and technologies, such as dynamic voltage and frequency scaling, are incorporated to further enhance energy efficiency without compromising performance.

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Texas Instruments TMS320C64x DSP manual VBLNKYSTART2, VBLNKXSTART2

Models: TMS320C64x DSP

Figure 4–45. Video Display Field 2 Vertical Blanking Start Register (VDVBLKS2)

VBLNKYSTART2

VBLNKXSTART2

Bit

field†

Value

OF(value)

OF(value)

TMS320C64x DSP specifications