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Analog Devices Inc. AD21584WCBCZ4A12
- Part No.:
- AD21584WCBCZ4A12
- Manufacturer:
- Analog Devices Inc.
- Category:
- DSP (Digital Signal Processors)
- Package:
- 349-LFBGA, CSPBGA
- Datasheet:
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AD21584WCBCZ4A12.pdf
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- ADSP-21584 450 MHZ PROCESSOR
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Product details
Overview
AD21584WCBCZ4A12 from Analog Devices is a SHARC+ dual-core floating-point DSP with integrated Arm Cortex-A5 processor, delivering 500 MHz per SHARC+ core and 500 MHz Arm Cortex-A5 operation. It integrates 5 Mb L1 SRAM per SHARC+ core (with parity), 256 kB L2 SRAM with ECC, and supports DDR3L/DDR2/LPDDR1 memory interfaces. Designed for automotive audio processing, it features AEC-Q100 qualification, dual CAN 2.0 controllers, and hardware-accelerated FFT/IFFT, FIR, IIR, and SINC filtering.
For engineers reviewing the AD21584WCBCZ4A12 datasheet, AD21584WCBCZ4A12 pinout, AD21584WCBCZ4A12 application, or AD21584WCBCZ4A12 equivalent, key selection considerations include dual-core SHARC+ + Arm heterogenous architecture, 19 mm × 19 mm 349-ball BGA RoHS package, automotive temperature range support, cryptographic acceleration, and TrustZone-enabled security partitioning.
Technical Context
The AD21584WCBCZ4A12 implements a tightly coupled heterogeneous architecture: two SHARC+ cores operate at up to 500 MHz each with independent 5 Mb L1 SRAM banks (configurable as SRAM or cache), while the Arm Cortex-A5 core runs at 500 MHz with 32 kB L1 instruction and data caches plus 256 kB L2 cache with parity. The system fabric interconnects both domains via requester/completer ports and includes a shared 256 kB L2 SRAM with ECC and 512 kB L2 ROM.
It integrates dual CAN 2.0 controllers, three UARTs, two SPIs plus one quad-SPI, three I²C interfaces, two USB 2.0 HS PHYs (host/device), two EMACs, eight-channel 12-bit HADC, ASRCs, precision clock generators, and full SPORT/DAI interfaces - all managed by a unified signal routing unit (SRU) and system crossbar/DMA subsystem.
Key Specifications
| Parameter | Value and Actual Design Meaning |
|---|---|
| Core Architecture | Dual SHARC+ (500 MHz each) + Arm Cortex-A5 (500 MHz) |
| L1 Memory per SHARC+ Core | 5 Mb (640 kB) SRAM with parity; configurable as cache or memory |
| L2 Shared Memory | 256 kB SRAM with ECC protection; 512 kB ROM |
| Memory Interface | 16-bit DDR3L/DDR2/LPDDR1 controller supporting 1.5 V devices |
| Automotive Qualification | AEC-Q100 Grade 2 (−40°C to +105°C ambient) |
| Security Features | Hardware cryptographic accelerators, fast secure boot, Arm TrustZone support |
| Package | 349-ball CSP_BGA, 19 mm × 19 mm, 0.8 mm pitch, RoHS compliant |
Pinout & Package
AD21584WCBCZ4A12 uses a 19 mm × 19 mm 349-ball CSP_BGA package (0.8 mm pitch) with RoHS compliance. Ball assignments follow Analog Devices' standardized 349-BGA layout for the ADSP-2158x family, supporting GPIO multiplexing across Ports A–E (80 pins) plus 28 DAI-specific pins.
| Pin/Terminal | Circuit Role | Design Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| VDDIO_1P8 | I/O Power Supply | 1.8 V supply for I²C, SPI, UART, CAN, USB, and GPIO banks |
| VDD_DDR | DDR Memory Interface Supply | 1.5 V supply for DDR3L/DDR2/LPDDR1 interface operation |
| VDD_CORE | Core Power Supply | 1.05 V supply for SHARC+ and Arm Cortex-A5 logic domains |
| CLKIN | Reference Clock Input | Accepts 1–50 MHz external crystal or oscillator for CGU-based clock generation |
| RESET_N | Active-Low Reset Input | Synchronous reset assertion required for cold start and fault recovery |
| BOOT_CFG[3:0] | Boot Configuration Pins | Strapped at power-up to select boot source: SPI flash, parallel NOR, or internal ROM |
Key Features
| Feature | Design Value |
|---|---|
| Heterogeneous Dual-Core Processing | SHARC+ cores handle real-time DSP algorithms (FFT, FIR, motor control); Arm Cortex-A5 manages OS, networking, and UI tasks |
| Hardware Acceleration Engines | Integrated FFT/IFFT, FIR/IIR, harmonic analysis (HAE), and SINC filter engines offload compute-intensive operations from CPU cores |
| Automotive-Grade Safety & Security | AEC-Q100 qualified; includes dual CRC units, watchdog timers, thermal monitor unit (TMU), and TrustZone-enforced memory isolation |
| Flexible Audio Connectivity | 2× DAI with 4 full SPORTs, 4 ASRC pairs, 2 S/PDIF Rx/Tx, 2 precision clock generators, and 8-channel 12-bit HADC |
| Robust Peripheral Set | Dual CAN 2.0, 3× UART, 3× I²C, 2× SPI + 1× quad-SPI, 2× USB 2.0 HS, 2× EMAC, SDIO/eMMC, and PCIe 2.0 (1 lane) |
Applications
| Automotive Infotainment Head Unit | Professional Digital Mixing Console |
|---|---|
Use Scenario: Real-time multi-channel audio processing, Bluetooth streaming, navigation voice synthesis, and vehicle bus integration in a single ECU. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: AD21584WCBCZ4A12 serves as the central audio DSP and application processor, synchronizing ASRCs, PCGs, and CAN messaging with sub-microsecond jitter control. Use Value: Enables simultaneous 32-channel mixing, dynamic EQ, active noise cancellation, and hands-free telephony without external co-processors. |
Use Scenario: High-fidelity digital audio routing, effects processing, and networked stage monitoring in live sound environments. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: AD21584WCBCZ4A12 acts as the primary signal processor, managing full SPORTs, S/PDIF, and ASRCs to maintain sample-accurate timing across 64+ channels. Use Value: Delivers deterministic low-latency (<50 µs) audio path with hardware-accelerated convolution reverb and parametric EQ. |
| Industrial Motor Drive Controller | Medical Ultrasound Beamformer |
Use Scenario: Closed-loop field-oriented control (FOC) of PMSM/BLDC motors with real-time current sensing, PWM generation, and safety monitoring. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: AD21584WCBCZ4A12 executes FOC algorithms on SHARC+ cores while Arm Cortex-A5 handles EtherCAT stack, HMI, and diagnostics. Use Value: Achieves <1 µs PWM update resolution using ePWM modules and hardware-triggered ADC sampling synchronized to motor phase. |
Use Scenario: Digital beamforming, RF echo processing, and real-time image reconstruction in portable ultrasound systems. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: AD21584WCBCZ4A12 performs channel-level FIR filtering, delay-and-sum beamforming, and envelope detection using dedicated SINC and HAE engines. Use Value: Supports 128-channel receive paths with >120 dB dynamic range and <20 ns time-of-flight resolution via hardware-accelerated math pipelines. |
Equivalent & Alternatives
The following parts are listed as comparable options for similar heterogeneous DSP + application processor applications.
| Alternative Part | Technical Difference | Application Difference | Selection Advice |
|---|---|---|---|
| AD21583WCBCZ4A12 | SHARC+ Core1 max 450 MHz; no Arm Cortex-A5; 384 kB L1 SRAM per core | Targeted at cost-sensitive audio DSP-only applications without Linux OS requirements | Select when real-time DSP performance is prioritized over application-layer flexibility and no Arm-based software stack is needed |
| ADSP-SC584WBCZ4A12 | Same dual SHARC+ + Arm Cortex-A5 architecture but in 529-ball BGA; adds second DDR controller and SDIO/eMMC interface | Required for systems needing dual DDR memory channels or embedded flash storage boot capability | Select when higher memory bandwidth, larger L2 SRAM footprint, or expanded peripheral set justifies larger package and layout complexity |
Compared with AD21583WCBCZ4A12, AD21584WCBCZ4A12 enables Linux-capable application processing alongside deterministic DSP; compared with ADSP-SC584WBCZ4A12, it trades DDR expansion and SDIO for smaller PCB footprint and lower BOM cost in space-constrained automotive modules.
Availability
AD21584WCBCZ4A12 is available at Aetrix Electronics and suitable for automotive infotainment, professional audio equipment, and industrial motor control applications requiring stable component supply, long-term lifecycle assurance, and AEC-Q100-compliant sourcing.
Supply support for AD21584WCBCZ4A12 includes scheduled delivery planning, volume procurement assistance, BOM continuity management, traceable sourcing, and lifecycle availability coordination for OEM customers, industrial embedded developers, connected-device designers, and electronics production programs.
Manufacturer
Analog Devices, Inc. is a global leader in high-performance analog, mixed-signal, and DSP technology, headquartered in Wilmington, MA, serving automotive, industrial, communications, and healthcare markets.
The ADSP-2158x product line delivers scalable SHARC+ + Arm heterogenous processors optimized for real-time audio, motor control, and safety-critical embedded systems where deterministic latency, floating-point precision, and functional safety coexist.
FAQ
What is the operating temperature range for AD21584WCBCZ4A12?
AD21584WCBCZ4A12 is AEC-Q100 Grade 2 qualified, rated for −40°C to +105°C ambient operating temperature. This specification ensures reliable operation in under-hood and dashboard-mounted automotive environments where thermal stress and long-term stability are critical. The device includes an integrated Thermal Monitor Unit (TMU) that provides real-time die temperature feedback via dedicated registers accessible to both SHARC+ and Arm cores.
Does AD21584WCBCZ4A12 support TrustZone-based secure boot?
Yes, AD21584WCBCZ4A12 supports Arm TrustZone security extensions and implements fast secure boot with IP protection. The boot ROM validates signed firmware images before execution, isolates secure world resources (memory, peripherals, DMA), and enforces access control via the System Memory Protection Unit (SMPU). This enables secure OTA updates, encrypted audio pipeline protection, and tamper-resistant bootloader execution - all verified in the AD21584WCBCZ4A12 silicon revision C documentation.
How many CAN 2.0 controllers does AD21584WCBCZ4A12 integrate?
AD21584WCBCZ4A12 integrates two fully compliant CAN 2.0B controllers with message RAM, transmit/receive FIFOs, and bit-rate configuration up to 1 Mbps. Both controllers support programmable filtering, loopback testing, and error confinement - essential for automotive body control modules and gateway ECUs. These peripherals are accessible to both SHARC+ and Arm domains via the system crossbar, enabling hybrid CAN protocol stacks.
Can AD21584WCBCZ4A12 execute 64-bit double-precision floating-point operations?
Yes, AD21584WCBCZ4A12 supports IEEE 64-bit double-precision floating-point operations natively in its SHARC+ SIMD core. Each computational element (PEx/PEy) executes double-precision instructions in 2–6 cycles depending on operand dependency and pipeline interlock. This capability is confirmed in the SHARC+ Core Architecture section (Rev. C, p.8) and enables high-accuracy numerical computation in radar signal processing and scientific instrumentation applications.
What memory interfaces are supported by AD21584WCBCZ4A12?
AD21584WCBCZ4A12 supports a 16-bit DDR3L/DDR2/LPDDR1 SDRAM interface with 1.5 V I/O compatibility, plus asynchronous static memory (16-bit) and serial flash (SPI/quad-SPI) interfaces. It does not support LPDDR2/3/4 or DDR4. The DDR controller is validated for use with Micron MT41K128M16JT and ISSI IS42S32800J devices per Analog Devices' reference designs, ensuring interoperability in automotive head unit memory subsystems.
AD21584WCBCZ4A12 Specifications
- Product attributes
- Attribute value
- Manufacturer:
- Analog Devices Inc.
- Series:
- -
- Package/Case:
- 349-LFBGA, CSPBGA
- Packaging:
- Tray
- Product Status:
- Active
- Type:
- Fixed/Floating Point
- Interface:
- CAN, DDR2, DDR3, EBI/EMI, Ethernet, DAI, I2C, LPDDR1, MMC/SD/SDIO, SPI, SPORT, UART/USART, USB OTG
- Clock Rate:
- 450MHz
- Non-Volatile Memory:
- ROM (512kB)
- On-Chip RAM:
- 640kB
- Voltage - I/O:
- 3.30V
- Voltage - Core:
- 1.10V
- Operating Temperature:
- -40°C ~ 105°C (TA)
- Grade:
- Automotive
- Qualification:
- -
- Mounting Type:
- Surface Mount
- Supplier Device Package:
- 349-CSPBGA (19x19)
AD21584WCBCZ4A12 FAQ
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7.What is the process for return or replacement of AD21584WCBCZ4A12?
All AD21584WCBCZ4A12 units undergo pre-shipment inspection (PSI). If there is an issue with AD21584WCBCZ4A12, returns or replacements are accepted under the following conditions:
1.Quantity discrepancies, incorrect items, or visible external defects (such as breakage or corrosion), acknowledged by Aetrix.
2.The issue is reported within 90 days of delivery.
3.The AD21584WCBCZ4A12 part is unused and in its original packaging.
Return procedure for AD21584WCBCZ4A12:
1.Submit a request within 90 days.
2.Obtain a Return Material Authorization (RMA) from Aetrix.
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