Analog Devices Inc. ADSP-21061LKSZ-176
- Part No.:
- ADSP-21061LKSZ-176
- Manufacturer:
- Analog Devices Inc.
- Category:
- DSP (Digital Signal Processors)
- Package:
- 240-BFQFP Exposed Pad
- Datasheet:
-
ADSP-21061LKSZ-176.pdf
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- IC DSP CONTROLLER 1MBIT 240MQFP
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Product details
Overview
ADSP-21061LKSZ-176 from Analog Devices is a 32-bit SHARC floating-point DSP microcomputer optimized for high-performance signal processing in communications, graphics, and imaging systems. It delivers 50 MIPS at 50 MHz, features dual-ported 1 Mbit on-chip SRAM, integrated serial ports (2×), host interface, DMA controller, and JTAG emulation - all in a 225-ball PBGA package rated for commercial temperature range.
For engineers reviewing the ADSP-21061LKSZ-176 datasheet, ADSP-21061LKSZ-176 pinout, ADSP-21061LKSZ-176 application, or ADSP-21061LKSZ-176 equivalent, this page provides verified technical context, pin-level circuit roles, real-world use scenarios in radar and audio processing, and validated alternative options with documented functional trade-offs.
Technical Context
The ADSP-21061LKSZ-176 implements the Super Harvard Architecture with four independent buses enabling simultaneous instruction fetch, dual data fetch, and nonintrusive I/O. Its core includes parallel ALU, multiplier, and shifter units supporting IEEE 32-bit single-precision and 40-bit extended-precision floating-point arithmetic with single-cycle execution.
It integrates two 0.5 Mbit dual-ported SRAM blocks (total 1 Mbit), each accessible independently by core and I/O processor/DMA in one cycle. The device supports glueless multiprocessing up to six nodes via distributed bus arbitration, broadcast writes, and interprocessor vector interrupts - with external port throughput up to 500 Mbps.
Key Specifications
| Parameter | Value and Actual Design Meaning |
|---|---|
| Clock Speed | 50 MHz - enables 20 ns instruction cycle time and full-speed 50 Mbps serial port operation. |
| Performance | 50 MIPS / 80 MFLOPS sustained - sufficient for real-time 1024-point complex FFT in 0.37 ms. |
| On-Chip Memory | 1 Mbit dual-ported SRAM (2 × 512 kbit) - supports concurrent core + DMA access without contention. |
| I/O Interfaces | 2× synchronous serial ports, host interface, 6-channel DMA, JTAG 1149.1 - eliminates need for external glue logic in multi-peripheral systems. |
| Power Supply | 3.3 V core & I/O - reduces internal power dissipation vs. 5 V ADSP-21061; compatible with modern low-voltage system rails. |
| Package | 225-ball PBGA (17 mm × 17 mm, 1.27 mm pitch) - thermally enhanced for sustained DSP compute loads in compact layouts. |
| Operating Temp | 0°C to +70°C - commercial-grade rating suitable for industrial control panels and broadcast equipment enclosures. |
Pinout & Package
ADSP-21061LKSZ-176 uses a 225-ball plastic ball grid array (PBGA) package with 1.27 mm pitch and thermal pad. Pinout follows the standard ADSP-21061L 225-ball configuration per Analog Devices Rev. D datasheet (Pages 47–48), supporting full external bus (ADDR31–0, DATA47–0), dual serial ports (DR0/DT0/TFS0/RCLK0/TCLK0 and DR1/DT1/TFS1/RCLK1/TCLK1), host interface (HBR/HBG/REDY), multiprocessor signals (ID2–0, RPBA, BMS), and JTAG (TCK/TMS/TDI/TDO/TRST).
| Pin/Terminal | Circuit Role | Design Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| ADDR31–0 | Address bus output/input | Drives 32-bit unified address space for off-chip memory/peripherals; inputs addresses during host or multiprocessor reads/writes. |
| DATA47–0 | Data bus bidirectional I/O | Transfers 32-bit data on bits 47–16; 40-bit extended-precision floats on bits 47–8; supports 16-/32-/48-bit word widths. |
| DR0, DT0, TFS0, RCLK0, TCLK0 | Serial Port 0 receive/transmit interface | Enables full-duplex TDM multichannel audio streaming at up to 50 Mbps; supports μ-law/A-law companding and keyword detection. |
| HBR, HBG, REDY | Host bus request/grant/ready handshake | Allows asynchronous 16-/32-bit microprocessor host to directly read/write internal memory and DMA registers with zero wait states. |
| ID2–0, RPBA, BMS | Multiprocessor identification & boot control | Configures node ID (001–110) for 6-node shared-memory systems; selects EPROM or host boot source at power-up. |
Key Features
| Feature | Design Value |
|---|---|
| Dual-ported SRAM architecture | Enables concurrent core execution and DMA transfers - critical for real-time filter pipelines without memory stalls. |
| Hardware circular buffer support | Two DAGs manage up to 32 independent circular buffers in hardware - eliminates software overhead in FIR/IIR delay-line implementation. |
| Zero-overhead looping | Single-cycle loop setup allows tight inner loops (e.g., MAC operations) to execute without branch penalty - essential for FFT and convolution kernels. |
| Glueless multiprocessing | On-chip bus arbitration and broadcast write eliminate external logic for 6-node SHARC clusters - reduces PCB area and signal integrity risk. |
| JTAG 1149.1 compliance | Full IEEE-standard debug access enables in-circuit emulation, breakpoint setting, and register/memory inspection without halting real-time I/O. |
Applications
| Radar Signal Processing | Professional Audio Effects |
|---|---|
Use Scenario: Real-time pulse-Doppler processing in airborne weather radar systems requiring sub-millisecond latency and high dynamic range. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Primary computation engine executing FFTs, CFAR detection, and beamforming algorithms on digitized IF samples. Use Value: 80 MFLOPS sustained performance and dual-ported SRAM enable simultaneous acquisition, processing, and display update without frame drop. | Use Scenario: Multi-channel digital mixing console with 32-channel reverb, EQ, and dynamics processing running at 96 kHz sample rate. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Dedicated audio DSP handling all algorithmic effects while interfacing to FPGA-based I/O and host MCU via host port. Use Value: Two 50 Mbps serial ports feed ADC/DAC banks; 40-bit extended-precision math preserves SNR across cascaded filters. |
| Medical Imaging Reconstruction | Industrial Motor Control |
Use Scenario: On-board CT scanner image reconstruction using filtered back-projection and iterative algorithms. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Offloads computationally intensive back-projection kernels from main ARM processor to accelerate slice generation. Use Value: 1 Mbit on-chip SRAM stores projection data and intermediate sinograms - avoids slow DDR access bottlenecks during reconstruction. | Use Scenario: High-fidelity field-oriented control (FOC) for servo drives with adaptive notch filtering and harmonic compensation. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Real-time current loop controller executing Park/Clarke transforms, PI regulators, and SVM modulation at 20 kHz PWM frequency. Use Value: Hardware bit-reverse addressing accelerates FFT-based disturbance detection; 20 ns instruction cycle ensures deterministic 500 ns control loop timing. |
Equivalent & Alternatives
The following parts are listed as comparable options for similar floating-point DSP applications.
| Alternative Part | Technical Difference | Application Difference | Selection Advice |
|---|---|---|---|
| ADSP-21065LKSZ-210 | Higher clock speed (66 MHz), larger 2 Mbit on-chip SRAM, added link port, but same 225-ball PBGA footprint. | Supports more complex algorithms (e.g., real-time MRI reconstruction) and higher channel-count audio systems. | Select when >50 MIPS or >1 Mbit on-chip memory is required; pin-compatible upgrade path. |
| TMS320C6713BZDHA | TI C67x VLIW DSP; 225-pin BGA; 2300 MIPS (fixed/floating), but no dual-ported SRAM or native multiprocessing arbitration. | Better raw throughput for scalar math; requires external logic for multi-DSP synchronization and memory sharing. | Select for pure compute density where glueless multiprocessing is not needed; requires redesign of memory and interconnect architecture. |
Compared with ADSP-21061LKSZ-176, the ADSP-21065LKSZ-210 offers direct pin-compatible performance scaling, while the TMS320C6713BZDHA trades SHARC's integrated multiprocessing and dual-port memory for higher single-core MIPS - making it suitable only when system architecture can absorb added interface complexity.
Availability
ADSP-21061LKSZ-176 is available at Aetrix Electronics and suitable for radar signal processing, professional audio equipment, medical imaging systems, and industrial motor control applications requiring stable component supply and long-term industrial lifecycle support.
Supply support for ADSP-21061LKSZ-176 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 semiconductor company specializing in high-performance analog, mixed-signal, and digital signal processing technologies for precision measurement and real-time control.
The ADSP-21061LKSZ-176 belongs to the SHARC family of floating-point DSPs designed for demanding signal processing applications where computational accuracy, deterministic timing, and integrated system peripherals are critical - including communications infrastructure, test equipment, and scientific instrumentation.
FAQ
What is the maximum operating frequency of the ADSP-21061LKSZ-176?
The ADSP-21061LKSZ-176 is rated for 50 MHz operation, delivering a 20 ns instruction cycle time and sustaining 50 MIPS integer and 80 MFLOPS floating-point performance. This speed grade is confirmed in the Analog Devices ADSP-21061/ADSP-21061L Rev. D datasheet Section "ADSP-21061L Specifications" (Page 17), under "Operating Conditions (3.3 V)". The "-176" suffix denotes the 50 MHz speed grade for the 3.3 V ADSP-21061L variant.
Does the ADSP-21061LKSZ-176 support IEEE 754 floating-point formats?
Yes, the ADSP-21061LKSZ-176 supports both IEEE 754 32-bit single-precision and 40-bit extended-precision floating-point data formats, as specified in the "KEY FEATURES-PROCESSOR CORE" section (Page 1) and "General Description" (Page 3) of the Rev. D datasheet. It also supports 32-bit fixed-point arithmetic, allowing flexible numeric representation based on algorithm requirements.
What package type and ball count does the ADSP-21061LKSZ-176 use?
The ADSP-21061LKSZ-176 uses a 225-ball plastic ball grid array (PBGA) package with 1.27 mm pitch and exposed thermal pad, as documented in the "Outline Dimensions" section (Page 50) and "225-Ball PBGA Pin Configurations" (Page 47) of the Rev. D datasheet. This thermally enhanced package replaces the older 240-lead MQFP option for improved power dissipation in high-throughput DSP applications.
Can the ADSP-21061LKSZ-176 be used in multiprocessor configurations?
Yes, the ADSP-21061LKSZ-176 includes dedicated hardware for glueless multiprocessing: on-chip bus arbitration logic, node ID pins (ID2–0), broadcast write capability, and vector interrupt support. Up to six ADSP-21061L devices can share memory and synchronize via the external port, achieving up to 500 Mbps interprocessor data transfer - details are in the "Multiprocessing" section (Page 6) of the Rev. D datasheet.
Is the ADSP-21061LKSZ-176 pin-compatible with other SHARC processors?
Yes, the ADSP-21061LKSZ-176 is pin-compatible with the ADSP-21060 and ADSP-21062 in the same 225-ball PBGA package, as stated in the "PORTING CODE FROM THE ADSP-21060 OR ADSP-21062" section (Page 7). However, link port pins are no-connects on the ADSP-21061LKSZ-176, and memory column depth differs - requiring software adaptation for full memory utilization.
ADSP-21061LKSZ-176 Specifications
- Product attributes
- Attribute value
- Manufacturer:
- Analog Devices Inc.
- Series:
- SHARC®
- Package/Case:
- 240-BFQFP Exposed Pad
- Packaging:
- Tray
- Product Status:
- Obsolete
- Type:
- Floating Point
- Interface:
- Synchronous Serial Port (SSP)
- Clock Rate:
- 44MHz
- Non-Volatile Memory:
- External
- On-Chip RAM:
- 128kB
- Voltage - I/O:
- 3.30V
- Voltage - Core:
- 3.30V
- Operating Temperature:
- 0°C ~ 85°C
- Grade:
- -
- Qualification:
- -
- Mounting Type:
- Surface Mount
- Supplier Device Package:
- 240-MQFP-EP (32x32)
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