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The TMS320C67xDSP (including the TMS320C6712, TMS320C6712C, TMS320C6712D devices†) are members of the floating-point DSP family in the TMS320C6000DSP platform. The C6712, C6712C, and C6712D devices are based on the high-performance, advanced very-long-instruction-word (VLIW) architecture developed by Texas Instruments (TI), making these DSPs an excellent choice for multichannel and multifunction applications.

With performance of up to 900 million floating-point operations per second (MFLOPS) at a clock rate of 150 MHz, the C6712D device is the lowest-cost DSP in the C6000DSP platform. The C6712D DSP possesses the operational flexibility of high-speed controllers and the numerical capability of array processors. This processor has 32 general-purpose registers of 32-bit word length and eight highly independent functional units. The eight functional units provide four floating-/fixed-point ALUs, two fixed-point ALUs, and two floating-/fixed-point multipliers. The C6712D can produce two MACs per cycle for a total of 300 MMACS.

The C6712D uses a two-level cache-based architecture and has a powerful and diverse set of peripherals. The Level 1 program cache (L1P) is a 32-Kbit direct mapped cache and the Level 1 data cache (L1D) is a 32-Kbit 2-way set-associative cache. The Level 2 memory/cache (L2) consists of a 512-Kbit memory space that is shared between program and data space. L2 memory can be configured as mapped memory, cache, or combinations of the two. The peripheral set includes two multichannel buffered serial ports (McBSPs), two general-purpose timers, and a glueless 16-bit external memory interface (EMIF) capable of interfacing to SDRAM, SBSRAM, and asynchronous peripherals. The C6712D device also includes a dedicated general-purpose input/output (GPIO) peripheral module.

The C6712D DSP also has application-specific hardware logic, on-chip memory, and additional on-chip peripherals.

The C6712D has a complete set of development tools which includes: a new C compiler, an assembly optimizer to simplify programming and scheduling, and a Windowsdebugger interface for visibility into source code execution.

TMS320C6000 and C6000 are trademarks of Texas Instruments. Windows is a registered trademark of the Microsoft Corporation.

†Throughout the remainder of this document, the TMS320C6712D shall be referred to as its individual full device part number or abbreviated as C6712D or 12D.

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TMS320C6712D specifications

The Texas Instruments TMS320C6712D is a high-performance, fixed-point digital signal processor (DSP) that belongs to the TMS320C6000 family, well known for its advanced processing capabilities tailored for demanding signal processing applications. Launched in the early 2000s, the C6712D combines high computational power with a rich set of features, making it suitable for a variety of applications such as telecommunications, audio processing, and industrial control systems.

One of the standout characteristics of the TMS320C6712D is its architecture, which is based on a highly efficient VLIW (Very Long Instruction Word) design. This architecture allows the processor to execute multiple instructions in a single clock cycle, significantly increasing performance. The device operates at clock speeds of up to 150 MHz, providing substantial computational throughput that can handle complex algorithms and real-time processing tasks.

Another key feature of the TMS320C6712D is its 32-bit fixed-point processing capabilities, which allows it to perform difficult mathematical computations efficiently. With an instruction set optimized for DSP applications, the processor includes specialized instructions for multiplying and accumulating operations, as well as support for advanced filtering and generation of audio signals.

The C6712D offers an extensive memory architecture, supporting up to 128 MB of external memory via a 32-bit data bus. It features on-chip SRAM, which provides fast access to data and program storage, enhancing the system's overall performance. Additionally, the device includes a powerful set of peripherals, such as dual asynchronous serial ports (UART), I2C interfaces, and DSP-specific interfaces that facilitate connectivity with other components and systems.

Power consumption is another vital aspect of the TMS320C6712D. It incorporates technologies allowing for low-power operation, which is essential for portable and battery-operated devices. The capability to operate in various power modes helps optimize performance while minimizing energy usage.

In conclusion, the Texas Instruments TMS320C6712D is a versatile and powerful DSP that excels in high-performance applications. Its VLIW architecture, fixed-point processing capabilities, extensive memory options, and low power consumption make it an ideal choice for engineers looking to implement complex signal processing tasks efficiently. Whether used in telecommunications, audio processing, or industrial applications, the C6712D remains a reliable and capable solution in the digital signal processing landscape.
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