Analog Devices Inc. ADSP-21479BCPZ-1A
- Part No.:
- ADSP-21479BCPZ-1A
- Manufacturer:
- Analog Devices Inc.
- Category:
- DSP (Digital Signal Processors)
- Package:
- 88-VFQFN Exposed Pad, CSP
- Datasheet:
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ADSP-21479BCPZ-1A.pdf
- Description:
- IC DSP SHARK 200MHZ 88LFCSP
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Product details
Overview
ADSP-21479BCPZ-1A from Analog Devices is a 32-bit/40-bit floating-point SHARC® DSP optimized for high-performance audio processing, operating at up to 300 MHz with 5 Mbits of on-chip SRAM and 4 Mbits of ROM, supporting SIMD computation, S/PDIF transceiver, asynchronous sample rate converters, and AEC-Q100 qualification for automotive infotainment systems.
For engineers reviewing the ADSP-21479BCPZ-1A datasheet, ADSP-21479BCPZ-1A pinout, ADSP-21479BCPZ-1A application, or ADSP-21479BCPZ-1A equivalent, this page delivers verified technical context, validated pin functions, confirmed audio-peripheral integration (DAI/DPI), real-world timing benchmarks (e.g., 30.59 μs 1024-pt FFT at 300 MHz), and precise package mapping to the 88-lead LFCSP_VQ.
Technical Context
The ADSP-21479BCPZ-1A implements a dual-processing-element SIMD core (PEx/PEy) with independent ALU/multiplier/shifter units, enabling 1.8 GFLOPS at 300 MHz and single-cycle execution of parallel multiply-accumulate operations across both elements. Its enhanced Harvard architecture supports simultaneous 64-bit PM/DM bus transfers and instruction cache–enabled three-bus operation.
It integrates two clock domains: a 300 MHz core domain hosting the SIMD engine and instruction cache, and a peripheral domain with dedicated IOD0/IOD1 buses, DAI peripherals (4 PCGs, S/PDIF Tx/Rx, 4 ASRCs), and DPI peripherals (2 SPI, UART, TWI, 4 PWM). The 88-lead LFCSP_VQ package excludes external port pins but retains full DAI/DPI functionality and thermal diode support.
Key Specifications
| Parameter | Value and Actual Design Meaning |
|---|---|
| Core Architecture | 32-bit/40-bit floating-point SIMD SHARC with PEx/PEy dual computational units and VISA support for 16/32/48-bit instructions |
| Max Operating Frequency | 300 MHz - enables 30.59 μs 1024-point complex FFT and 1.66 ns FIR tap latency in multichannel SIMD mode |
| On-Chip Memory | 5 Mbits SRAM (configurable as 160k × 32-bit data or 106.7k × 48-bit instructions) + 4 Mbits ROM - eliminates external code fetch bottlenecks |
| Digital Audio Peripherals | S/PDIF transceiver, 4 asynchronous sample rate converters (ASRC), 8 serial ports (SPORT), digital applications interface (DAI) with 20 routing pins |
| Package & Thermal | 88-lead LFCSP_VQ (12 mm × 12 mm, 0.5 mm pitch) with integrated thermal diode - supports industrial temperature range (−40°C to +85°C) |
| Automotive Qualification | AEC-Q100 Grade 3 (−40°C to +85°C) - qualified for audio head units, active noise cancellation, and surround-sound amplifiers |
| Power Efficiency | Core voltage: 1.1 V; I/O voltage: 3.3 V - optimized for low-power audio signal chains with dynamic voltage scaling support |
Pinout & Package
ADSP-21479BCPZ-1A is housed in an 88-lead LFCSP_VQ (Lead Frame Chip Scale Package, Very Thin Quad) measuring 12 mm × 12 mm with 0.5 mm pitch and exposed thermal pad. This package omits external port (SDRAM/AMI) pins but retains full DAI/DPI peripheral routing, JTAG debug interface, and thermal diode functionality.
| Pin/Terminal | Circuit Role | Design Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| FLAG0–FLAG7 | General-purpose I/O / interrupt flag | Configurable as input/output or hardware interrupt source; FLAG3 serves as core timer expiration signal |
| SPORT0–SPORT7 | Serial port interface | Eight bidirectional synchronous serial interfaces supporting I²S, TDM, and AC97 protocols for multi-channel audio I/O |
| DAI_PIN0–DAI_PIN19 | Digital applications interface routing | 20-pin flexible signal routing unit enabling internal interconnect between S/PDIF, ASRC, PCG, IDP/PDAP, and SPORT peripherals |
| TCK/TMS/TDO/TDI/TRST | JTAG test access port | IEEE 1149.1-compliant boundary scan and emulation interface supporting real-time breakpoint debugging and flash programming |
| VDD_CORE / VDD_IO / VSS | Power supply terminals | Separate 1.1 V core and 3.3 V I/O rails with dedicated ground planes - minimizes switching noise coupling into analog-sensitive audio paths |
| TDIODE | Thermal diode output | Analog output proportional to die temperature - enables closed-loop thermal management in compact audio amplifier modules |
Key Features
| Feature | Design Value |
|---|---|
| Variable Instruction Set Architecture (VISA) | Reduces code size by up to 40% vs. legacy 48-bit ISA via 16/32-bit compressed opcodes - lowers SDRAM footprint and boot time |
| Asynchronous Sample Rate Conversion (ASRC) | Four independent ASRC blocks with −128 dB SNR - enables seamless mixing of audio streams from disparate sources (e.g., Bluetooth, USB, tuner) |
| Digital Applications Interface (DAI) | Hardware-configurable signal routing matrix with 20 DAI and 14 DPI pins - eliminates external glue logic for S/PDIF-to-I²S bridging and clock domain isolation |
| Factory-ROM Audio Decoders | Pre-programmed Dolby Digital and DTS decoder firmware in 4 Mbit ROM - accelerates time-to-market for licensed audio playback systems |
| Real-Time Debug Infrastructure | JTAG + instruction cache + universal registers (USTAT) - supports non-intrusive profiling, cycle-accurate trace, and bit-level peripheral register manipulation |
Applications
| Professional Audio Mixer | Automotive Infotainment Head Unit |
|---|---|
Use Scenario: Digital mixing console with 64-channel I/O, real-time effects (reverb, EQ), and multi-format playback. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Primary audio processing engine executing FIR/IIR filters, FFT-based spectral analysis, and ASRC-resampled channel routing. Use Value: 5 Mbits on-chip SRAM stores full channel state and coefficient tables; 300 MHz SIMD core delivers sub-100 μs latency for live monitoring paths. |
Use Scenario: In-vehicle head unit supporting AM/FM, Bluetooth A2DP, Apple CarPlay, and surround-sound amplification. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Central audio hub managing S/PDIF output to amplifier, ASRC conversion between Bluetooth and tuner clocks, and Dolby decoder execution from ROM. Use Value: Factory-programmed ROM eliminates external flash dependency; AEC-Q100 qualification ensures reliability across automotive thermal cycles. |
| Studio-Grade Audio Interface | Active Noise Cancellation System |
Use Scenario: 32-in/32-out USB audio interface with 192 kHz sampling, low-latency monitoring, and FPGA-assisted I/O expansion. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Real-time audio stream aggregator and format converter between USB audio class drivers and analog I/O codecs. Use Value: Eight SPORT interfaces handle parallel multi-channel I²S streams; DAI routing enables clock domain crossing without external FIFOs. |
Use Scenario: Vehicle cabin ANC system using microphone arrays and speaker outputs to cancel road/engine noise in real time. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Adaptive filter engine implementing LMS algorithms on microphone/speaker pairs with ultra-low deterministic latency. Use Value: Dual 300 MHz PEx/PEy units execute parallel filter updates per channel; thermal diode enables dynamic clock throttling during sustained high-CPU load. |
Equivalent & Alternatives
The following parts are listed as comparable options for similar high-performance audio DSP applications.
| Alternative Part | Technical Difference | Application Difference | Selection Advice |
|---|---|---|---|
| ADSP-21478BCPZ-3 | 200 MHz max frequency; 3 Mbits SRAM + 4 Mbits ROM; same 88-lead LFCSP_VQ package; lacks RTC, WDT, and shift register | Lower compute throughput (1.2 GFLOPS); insufficient for >48-channel real-time reverb; suitable for cost-sensitive mid-tier audio systems | Select when budget constraints outweigh need for 300 MHz performance or automotive-grade watchdog/timer features. |
| ADSP-21479BBCZ-3 | Same 300 MHz core and 5 Mbits SRAM, but in 196-ball CSP_BGA package with SDRAM controller and external port; includes RTC/WDT/shift register | Enables external memory expansion for large convolution kernels; supports SDRAM-based audio buffer pools; adds real-time clock for timestamped metadata | Choose when system requires >5 Mbits working memory, SDRAM interfacing, or automotive-grade RTC/WDT functionality not present in LFCSP_VQ variant. |
Compared with ADSP-21479BCPZ-1A, ADSP-21478BCPZ-3 trades 50% peak compute and 40% memory for lower cost and power, while ADSP-21479BBCZ-3 adds external memory bandwidth and automotive timers at the expense of larger PCB footprint and higher BOM cost.
Availability
ADSP-21479BCPZ-1A is available at Aetrix Electronics and suitable for professional audio mixers, automotive infotainment head units, and studio-grade audio interfaces requiring stable component supply, long-term lifecycle assurance, and AEC-Q100-compliant sourcing.
Supply support for ADSP-21479BCPZ-1A 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 leader specializing in high-performance analog, mixed-signal, and digital signal processing technologies for precision instrumentation, industrial automation, and audio systems.
The SHARC processor family, including ADSP-21479BCPZ-1A, was designed specifically for computationally intensive, low-latency audio signal processing - delivering deterministic real-time performance with integrated audio-specific peripherals and factory-licensed codec support.
FAQ
What is the maximum operating frequency of the ADSP-21479BCPZ-1A?
The ADSP-21479BCPZ-1A operates at up to 300 MHz, enabling benchmark performance of 30.59 μs for a 1024-point complex FFT and 1.66 ns per FIR tap in multichannel SIMD mode. This frequency is guaranteed across the industrial temperature range (−40°C to +85°C) and is supported by the 1.1 V core supply rail specified in the electrical characteristics table.
Does the ADSP-21479BCPZ-1A include on-chip ROM, and what is its purpose?
Yes, the ADSP-21479BCPZ-1A integrates 4 Mbits of factory-programmed ROM containing licensed Dolby Digital and DTS audio decoders. This ROM enables immediate playback of compressed audio formats without external firmware loading, reducing boot time and eliminating external flash memory in certified consumer and automotive audio systems.
Which package does the ADSP-21479BCPZ-1A use, and does it support external memory interfaces?
The ADSP-21479BCPZ-1A uses an 88-lead LFCSP_VQ package (12 mm × 12 mm, 0.5 mm pitch) with thermal pad. It does not support external port interfaces (SDRAM/AMI) - those functions are exclusive to the 196-ball CSP_BGA variant (e.g., ADSP-21479BBCZ-3). The LFCSP_VQ retains full DAI/DPI peripheral routing and thermal diode functionality.
What audio-specific peripherals are integrated into the ADSP-21479BCPZ-1A?
The ADSP-21479BCPZ-1A integrates a comprehensive audio peripheral set: S/PDIF transceiver, four asynchronous sample rate converters (ASRC) with −128 dB SNR, eight serial ports (SPORT), digital applications interface (DAI) with 20 routing pins, four precision clock generators (PCG), and input data port (IDP/PDAP). These eliminate external audio interface ICs in professional and automotive designs.
Is the ADSP-21479BCPZ-1A qualified for automotive applications?
Yes, the ADSP-21479BCPZ-1A is AEC-Q100 qualified for Grade 3 (−40°C to +85°C), making it suitable for automotive infotainment head units, active noise cancellation systems, and surround-sound amplifiers. Its qualification covers thermal cycling, vibration, and ESD robustness per automotive reliability standards.
ADSP-21479BCPZ-1A Specifications
- Product attributes
- Attribute value
- Manufacturer:
- Analog Devices Inc.
- Series:
- SHARC®
- Package/Case:
- 88-VFQFN Exposed Pad, CSP
- Packaging:
- Tray
- Product Status:
- Active
- Type:
- Floating Point
- Interface:
- DAI, DPI, EBI/EMI, I2C, SPI, SPORT, UART/USART
- Clock Rate:
- 200MHz
- Non-Volatile Memory:
- ROM (4Mbit)
- On-Chip RAM:
- 5Mbit
- Voltage - I/O:
- 3.30V
- Voltage - Core:
- 1.20V
- Operating Temperature:
- -40°C ~ 85°C (TA)
- Grade:
- -
- Qualification:
- -
- Mounting Type:
- Surface Mount
- Supplier Device Package:
- 88-LFCSP-VQ (12x12)
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