TMS320DM355

Digital Media System-on-Chip (DMSoC)

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SPRS463A –SEPTEMBER 2007 –REVISED SEPTEMBER 2007

2.6 Device Support

2.6.1Development Tools

TI offers an extensive line of development tools for DM355 systems, including tools to evaluate the performance of the processors, generate code, develop algorithm implementations, and fully integrate and debug software and hardware modules. The tools support documentation is electronically available within the Code Composer Studio™ Integrated Development Environment (IDE).

The following products support development of DM355 based applications:

Software Development Tools:

Code Composer Studio™ Integrated Development Environment (IDE): including Editor

C/C++/Assembly Code Generation, and Debug plus additional development tools

Hardware Development Tools:

Extended Development System (XDS™) Emulator (supports TMS320DM355 DMSoC multiprocessor system debug) EVM (Evaluation Module)

For a complete listing of development-support tools for the TMS320DM355 DMSoC platform, visit the Texas Instruments web site on the Worldwide Web at http://www.ti.com. For information on pricing and availability, contact the nearest TI field sales office or authorized distributor.

2.6.2Device Nomenclature

To designate the stages in the product development cycle, TI assigns prefixes to the part numbers of all DSP devices and support tools. Each DSP commercial family member has one of three prefixes: TMX, TMP, or TMS (e.g., ). Texas Instruments recommends two of three possible prefix designators for its support tools: TMDX and TMDS. These prefixes represent evolutionary stages of product development from engineering prototypes (TMX/TMDX) through fully qualified production devices/tools (TMS/TMDS).

Device development evolutionary flow:

TMX

Experimental device that is not necessarily representative of the final device'selectrical

 

specifications.

TMP

Final silicon die that conforms to the device'selectrical specifications but has not completed

 

quality and reliability verification.

TMS

Fully-qualified production device.

Support tool development evolutionary flow:

TMDX

Development-support product that has not yet completed Texas Instruments internal

 

qualification testing.

TMDS

Fully qualified development-support product.

TMX and TMP devices and TMDX development-support tools are shipped against the following disclaimer:

"Developmental product is intended for internal evaluation purposes."

TMS devices and TMDS development-support tools have been characterized fully, and the quality and reliability of the device have been demonstrated fully. TI'sstandard warranty applies.

Predictions show that prototype devices (TMX or TMP) have a greater failure rate than the standard production devices. Texas Instruments recommends that these devices not be used in any production system because their expected end-use failure rate is undefined. Only qualified production devices are to be used in production.

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TMS320DM355 specifications

The Texas Instruments TMS320DM355 is a versatile digital signal processor designed to support a wide array of multimedia applications, specifically in the realms of digital video and audio processing. As part of the TMS320 family of digital signal processors, the DM355 brings a blend of computational power, energy efficiency, and integrated features that make it highly effective for tasks such as video encoding, decoding, and general signal processing.

One of the standout features of the DM355 is its advanced DaVinci architecture, which is specifically optimized for multimedia tasks. This architecture integrates both DSP and application processing functionalities. The dual-core architecture includes a high-performance DSP core that specializes in real-time signal processing alongside an ARM926EJ-S RISC microprocessor, facilitating the execution of complex algorithms and control tasks.

The DM355 offers robust multimedia processing capabilities with support for several video formats, including MPEG-2, MPEG-4, H.264, and JPEG. This enables developers to create powerful video applications for a variety of devices, from industrial systems to consumer electronics. Its processing capabilities extend to audio processing, allowing it to efficiently handle audio codecs and enhance audio quality in applications ranging from IP cameras to set-top boxes.

In terms of connectivity, the TMS320DM355 supports various interfaces including USB 2.0, Ethernet, and various serial interfaces like UART, SPI, and I2C. This wide range of connectivity options ensures that the DM355 can easily interface with different peripherals and network components, making it a suitable choice for networked applications.

Energy efficiency is another significant advantage of the DM355. With a focus on low power consumption, the device is designed to operate effectively in battery-powered and heat-sensitive environments. Its low thermal design power allows for extended operational life and reduced thermal management requirements, making it ideal for portable devices.

Furthermore, the DM355 is supported by a comprehensive software development framework, including the TI Code Composer Studio and a range of middleware tools, which streamline application development and speed up time to market. Its rich ecosystem enhances its usability across different applications, ensuring that developers can leverage the full potential of the hardware.

In summary, the Texas Instruments TMS320DM355 stands out as a powerful yet cost-effective DSP solution, combining advanced multimedia processing capabilities, robust connectivity options, and energy efficiency. Its unique architecture and extensive support resources make it a preferred choice for developers seeking to create innovative multimedia solutions.