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Analog Devices Inc. ADSP-2196MKSTZ-160
- Part No.:
- ADSP-2196MKSTZ-160
- Manufacturer:
- Analog Devices Inc.
- Category:
- DSP (Digital Signal Processors)
- Package:
- 144-LQFP
- Datasheet:
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ADSP-2196MKSTZ-160.pdf
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- IC DSP CONTROLLER 16BIT 144-LQFP
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Product details
Overview
ADSP-2196MKSTZ-160 from Analog Devices is a 160 MIPS fixed-point DSP microcomputer with dual 40-bit accumulators, three independent computational units (ALU, MAC, shifter), and integrated peripherals including three full-duplex serial ports, two SPI-compatible ports, one UART, and a 16-bit host port - deployed in real-time audio processing, telecom line cards, and industrial motor control systems.
For engineers reviewing the ADSP-2196MKSTZ-160 datasheet, ADSP-2196MKSTZ-160 pinout, ADSP-2196MKSTZ-160 application, or ADSP-2196MKSTZ-160 equivalent, key selection considerations include its 6.25 ns instruction cycle time, 144-lead LQFP package, 2.5 V core / 3.3 V I/O operation, and code compatibility with ADSP-218x family for legacy migration paths.
Technical Context
The ADSP-2196MKSTZ-160 implements a pipelined Harvard architecture with unified memory space, dual DAG units supporting circular buffering and modulo addressing, and a program sequencer enabling zero-overhead looping. Its computational units operate in parallel: ALU handles arithmetic/logic and division primitives; MAC executes single-cycle multiply/add/subtract with overflow protection via dual 40-bit accumulators; shifter supports normalization and block floating-point format control.
Peripherals are tightly coupled to the core via shared DMA controller and external memory interface: three SPORTs support H.100 standard with hardware A-law/μ-law companding; host port provides glueless 16-bit parallel interface with ALE/ACC modes; programmable PLL enables 1×–32× frequency multiplication from low-speed input clocks.
Key Specifications
| Parameter | Value and Actual Design Meaning |
|---|---|
| Instruction Cycle Time | 6.25 ns - enables sustained 160 MIPS performance for real-time signal processing loops. |
| Core Voltage | 2.5 V - reduces dynamic power consumption while maintaining high-speed operation. |
| I/O Voltage | 3.3 V compliant - ensures interoperability with standard logic families without level-shifting. |
| On-Chip Memory | 32K words total: 8K×24-bit RAM (program), 8K×16-bit RAM (data), 16K×24-bit ROM - eliminates need for external boot PROM and simplifies BOM. |
| Serial Interfaces | Three full-duplex SPORTs + two SPI ports + one UART - supports multi-channel audio, TDM backplanes, and sensor/actuator communication simultaneously. |
| Timers | Three 32-bit programmable interval timers - provide PWM generation, pulsewidth capture, and watchdog functionality for motor control and timing-critical I/O. |
| Package | 144-lead LQFP (20 mm × 20 mm, 1.4 mm height) - surface-mount compatible with standard reflow profiles and accessible for manual inspection. |
Pinout & Package
ADSP-2196MKSTZ-160 is housed in a 144-lead metric thin plastic quad flatpack (LQFP), with 0.5 mm lead pitch, 20 mm × 20 mm body, and 1.4 mm maximum height. Pin functions are defined per Analog Devices preliminary datasheet Rev. PrA, pages 58–61.
| Pin/Terminal | Circuit Role | Design Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| CLKIN | Primary clock input | Accepts external crystal or CMOS clock source; feeds programmable PLL for internal 160 MHz core clock generation. |
| RESET | Asynchronous reset input | Active-low signal that initializes all registers, clears pipelines, and forces boot sequence from on-chip ROM or selected peripheral. |
| D0–D15 | Data bus (bidirectional) | 16-bit multiplexed data/address bus in Host Port ALE mode; configurable as 8-bit data + 8 PF pins when external bus width = 8 bits. |
| A0–A21 | Address bus (output) | 22-bit address output for external memory interface; supports up to 4 MB of linearly addressable off-chip memory space. |
| MS0–MS3 | Memory select outputs | Four dedicated bank-select signals enabling independent configuration of four external memory banks with user-defined page boundaries and waitstates. |
| SPORT0_FS, SPORT0_CLK, SPORT0_DR, SPORT0_DT | Serial port 0 frame sync, clock, receive, transmit | Hardware-synchronized full-duplex interface supporting 128-channel TDM and H.100 framing with embedded A-law/μ-law companding. |
Key Features
| Feature | Design Value |
|---|---|
| Code compatibility with ADSP-218x | Enables reuse of existing assembly/C code and toolchain infrastructure without architectural rewrite. |
| Dual 40-bit accumulators | Prevents overflow in extended-precision FIR/IIR filtering and FFT butterfly operations without software saturation handling. |
| Transparent instruction cache | Allows dual operand fetch (one from program memory, one from data memory) every cycle - critical for Viterbi or correlation kernels. |
| Programmable PLL (1×–32×) | Permits use of low-cost 1–5 MHz crystals while achieving full 160 MHz core speed - reduces EMI and simplifies clock tree design. |
| Three independent 32-bit timers | Supports concurrent PWM for 3-phase motor control, pulse capture for encoder feedback, and watchdog timeout monitoring in single chip. |
Applications
| Telecom Line Card | Industrial Motor Drive |
|---|---|
|
Use Scenario: Real-time echo cancellation and voice compression in TDM-based access gateways. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Primary signal processor executing G.165/G.729 algorithms with deterministic latency under 50 μs interrupt response. Use Value: Integrated H.100-compliant SPORTs and hardware A-law/μ-law companding eliminate external codec ICs and reduce PCB area by 35%. |
Use Scenario: Closed-loop field-oriented control (FOC) of 3-phase PMSM motors in HVAC compressors. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Real-time execution of Park/Clarke transforms, PI current regulators, and space-vector PWM generation at 10 kHz switching frequency. Use Value: Dual 40-bit accumulators and zero-overhead looping ensure jitter-free PWM updates; three timers directly drive gate drivers and capture encoder edges. |
| Professional Audio Mixer | Medical Ultrasound Beamformer |
|
Use Scenario: Multi-channel digital mixing, dynamics processing, and effects rendering in stage console DSP engines. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: High-throughput data mover using 11-channel DMA to feed 32-channel I/O buffers while running 64-tap FIR filters per channel. Use Value: Unified memory architecture and dual DAGs enable simultaneous coefficient fetch and sample buffering - sustaining 128×24-bit operations/cycle. |
Use Scenario: Digital beamforming and RF echo processing in portable ultrasound scanners. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Time-aligned FIR filtering across 64 transducer channels with sub-sample delay resolution and phase coherence. Use Value: 160 MIPS throughput and 24-bit on-chip ROM preloaded with calibration coefficients enable deterministic 150 ns/sample processing latency. |
Equivalent & Alternatives
The following parts are listed as comparable options for similar fixed-point DSP applications.
| Alternative Part | Technical Difference | Application Difference | Selection Advice |
|---|---|---|---|
| ADSP-21992KSTZ | Same ADSP-219x core but 208-pin LQFP; adds 4 additional general-purpose flags and enhanced JTAG debug features. | Preferred for new designs requiring expanded I/O or deeper trace capability; not pin-compatible with ADSP-2196MKSTZ-160. | Select when board layout allows larger package and debug visibility outweighs cost sensitivity. |
| TMS320VC549PGE | TI C54x architecture; 100 MIPS, 16K×16-bit RAM, no integrated ROM; requires external boot loader. | Suitable for cost-sensitive, lower-MIPS applications where TI toolchain and ecosystem are mandated. | Choose only if existing C54x codebase or TI-specific IP blocks dominate the system architecture. |
Compared with ADSP-21992KSTZ, ADSP-2196MKSTZ-160 offers identical core performance in a smaller 144-pin footprint but lacks extended debug I/O; versus TMS320VC549PGE, it delivers 60% higher MIPS, integrated boot ROM, and hardware companding - reducing external components and accelerating time-to-market for audio/telecom designs.
Availability
ADSP-2196MKSTZ-160 is available at Aetrix Electronics and suitable for telecom infrastructure, industrial motor control, professional audio equipment, and medical imaging systems requiring stable component supply and long-term obsolescence management.
Supply support for ADSP-2196MKSTZ-160 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, founded in 1965 and headquartered in Wilmington, MA.
The ADSP-219x family was designed specifically for real-time embedded signal processing in resource-constrained environments - balancing MIPS density, peripheral integration, and low-power operation for audio, telecom, and industrial control.
FAQ
What is the maximum operating frequency of the ADSP-2196MKSTZ-160?
The ADSP-2196MKSTZ-160 achieves a sustained 160 MIPS performance at a 6.25 ns instruction cycle time. This is enabled by its internal 160 MHz clock derived from the programmable PLL, which multiplies a lower-frequency input clock (e.g., 5 MHz × 32). The device does not support overclocking beyond this rated specification.
Does the ADSP-2196MKSTZ-160 support in-circuit debugging via JTAG?
Yes, the ADSP-2196MKSTZ-160 includes IEEE 1149.1 JTAG Test Access Port for on-chip emulation and system-level debugging. It supports full boundary-scan testing, real-time register inspection, and non-intrusive breakpoint insertion during active execution - all verified in Analog Devices' EZ-KIT Lite development platform.
Can the ADSP-2196MKSTZ-160 boot from external SPI flash memory?
Yes, the ADSP-2196MKSTZ-160 supports booting through any of its serial interfaces, including SPI0 and SPI1 ports. Boot mode is selected via hardware strapping pins (BOOT[2:0]) at reset; SPI boot loads code directly into on-chip RAM, eliminating need for external ROM and enabling field firmware updates.
What are the power supply requirements for the ADSP-2196MKSTZ-160?
The ADSP-2196MKSTZ-160 requires two independent supplies: 2.5 V ± 0.1 V for the core (VDDINT) and 3.3 V ± 0.3 V for I/O (VDDIO). Separate decoupling capacitors are mandatory per Analog Devices' layout guidelines (0.1 μF ceramic + 4.7 μF tantalum per supply rail) to maintain signal integrity at 160 MHz operation.
Is the ADSP-2196MKSTZ-160 pin-compatible with earlier ADSP-218x devices?
No, the ADSP-2196MKSTZ-160 is not pin-compatible with ADSP-218x devices due to expanded peripheral set (e.g., third SPORT, dual SPI, host port) and increased pin count (144 vs. 100/144 variants). However, it maintains full ADSP-218x assembly language and instruction set compatibility - enabling software reuse without hardware redesign.
ADSP-2196MKSTZ-160 Specifications
- Product attributes
- Attribute value
- Manufacturer:
- Analog Devices Inc.
- Series:
- ADSP-21xx
- Package/Case:
- 144-LQFP
- Packaging:
- Tray
- Product Status:
- Active
- Type:
- Fixed Point
- Interface:
- Host Interface, SPI, SSP, UART
- Clock Rate:
- 160MHz
- Non-Volatile Memory:
- ROM (48kB)
- On-Chip RAM:
- 40kB
- Voltage - I/O:
- 3.30V
- Voltage - Core:
- 2.50V
- Operating Temperature:
- 0°C ~ 70°C (TA)
- Grade:
- -
- Qualification:
- -
- Mounting Type:
- Surface Mount
- Supplier Device Package:
- 144-LQFP (20x20)
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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 ADSP-2196MKSTZ-160 part is unused and in its original packaging.
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1.Submit a request within 90 days.
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