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Analog Devices Inc. ADSP-SC570CSWZ-4
- Part No.:
- ADSP-SC570CSWZ-4
- Manufacturer:
- Analog Devices Inc.
- Category:
- DSP (Digital Signal Processors)
- Package:
- 176-LQFP Exposed Pad
- Datasheet:
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ADSP-SC570CSWZ-4.pdf
- Description:
- ARM, 1X SHARC, LQFP PACKAGE, 450
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Product details
Overview
ADSP-SC570CSWZ-4 from Analog Devices is a dual-core SHARC+ DSP with integrated Arm Cortex-A5 processor, delivering 450 MHz per SHARC+ core and 450 MHz Arm Cortex-A5 operation. It features 384 kB L1 SRAM per SHARC+ core (parity-protected), 256 kB L2 cache, and supports 32-/40-/64-bit floating-point arithmetic. Designed for automotive audio processing, it integrates two CAN 2.0 controllers, three UARTs, and AEC-Q100 qualification.
For engineers reviewing the ADSP-SC570CSWZ-4 datasheet, ADSP-SC570CSWZ-4 pinout, ADSP-SC570CSWZ-4 application, or ADSP-SC570CSWZ-4 equivalent, key selection criteria include SHARC+ core frequency, L1 SRAM configuration, Arm Cortex-A5 cache hierarchy, automotive temperature range support, and 176-lead LQFP_EP package compatibility.
Technical Context
The ADSP-SC570CSWZ-4 implements a heterogeneous dual-domain architecture: one SHARC+ core (450 MHz) paired with a 450 MHz Arm Cortex-A5 core, sharing a unified system fabric with L2 SRAM (1 MB ECC-protected) and crossbar-based DMA subsystem. Its memory subsystem includes configurable L1 SRAM blocks supporting single-cycle DM/PM accesses and optional cache modes.
Peripherals are routed via the Signal Routing Unit (SRU), enabling flexible I/O mapping across 64 GPIO pins plus 20 DAI pins. The device supports full SPORT interfaces, S/PDIF Rx/Tx, ASRCs, precision clock generators, and hardware accelerators for FIR/IIR filtering - all coordinated under integrated safety and TrustZone security domains.
Key Specifications
| Parameter | Value and Actual Design Meaning |
|---|---|
| SHARC+ Core Frequency | 450 MHz maximum - enables real-time audio beamforming and multi-channel echo cancellation at ≤200 μs latency. |
| Arm Cortex-A5 Frequency | 450 MHz / 720 DMIPS - provides Linux-capable application layer control without external host processor. |
| L1 SRAM per SHARC+ Core | 384 kB with parity - supports dual-bank execution and data buffering for 96-channel audio I/O at 192 kHz. |
| L2 SRAM | 1 MB with ECC - serves as shared scratchpad and boot ROM storage; eliminates external RAM for basic firmware deployment. |
| Package | 176-lead LQFP_EP - exposes all GPIO, SPORT, SPI, I²C, UART, CAN, and EMAC signals in RoHS-compliant industrial footprint. |
| AEC-Q100 Grade | Grade 2 (−40°C to +105°C) - validated for engine bay and infotainment head unit mounting without derating. |
| Digital Audio Interfaces | 1× DAI, 4× full SPORT, 1× S/PDIF Rx/Tx, 4× ASRC - enables simultaneous multi-zone audio routing with sample rate conversion. |
Pinout & Package
ADSP-SC570CSWZ-4 uses a 176-lead LQFP_EP (exposed pad) package measuring 24 mm × 24 mm with 0.5 mm pitch. Thermal pad enhances thermal dissipation for sustained 450 MHz operation in automotive ambient conditions.
| Pin/Terminal | Circuit Role | Design Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| VDD_IO_1P8 | I/O Supply | 1.8 V supply for GPIO, SPI, I²C, UART, and CAN transceivers - decoupled separately to suppress digital noise coupling into analog domains. |
| CLKIN | System Clock Input | Accepts 1–50 MHz crystal or CMOS clock; feeds CGU to generate core clocks, USB PLL, and audio clocks with jitter <1 ps RMS. |
| BOOT_CFG[3:0] | Boot Configuration | Strap pins determining boot source (SPI flash, parallel NOR, SDIO, or internal ROM) - latched at power-on reset only. |
| GPIO_A0–A15 | General-Purpose I/O | Multiplexed with SPORT0, EPPI, and timer functions - supports 3.3 V tolerant inputs and 1.8 V outputs with programmable slew rate. |
| CAN0_TX / CAN0_RX | CAN Bus Interface | Differential pair for ISO 11898-1 compliant CAN 2.0B communication - integrated CAN controller supports 1 Mbps bit rate and mailbox filtering. |
| DAI_PIN0–19 | Digital Audio Interface | Dedicated pins for TDM, I²S, and PDM audio streams - each pin configurable as input/output with independent frame sync and clock polarity control. |
Key Features
| Feature | Design Value |
|---|---|
| Dual-domain processing | SHARC+ core handles deterministic real-time audio algorithms (FIR, FFT, ASRC), while Arm Cortex-A5 runs Linux-based UI, diagnostics, and network stack - no inter-core contention via dedicated L2 SRAM and DMA channels. |
| Hardware-accelerated signal processing | FIR/IIR offload engines execute up to 2 billion MACs/sec independently of CPU cores - frees SHARC+ cycles for custom psychoacoustic modeling. |
| Automotive-grade security | TrustZone-enabled memory isolation, cryptographic accelerators (AES-128/256, SHA-256), and secure boot with OTP key storage - meets ISO/SAE 21434 threat mitigation requirements. |
| Robust audio subsystem | 4× asynchronous sample rate converters (ASRC) with ±12.5% ratio tolerance - enables seamless integration of legacy analog radio, Bluetooth A2DP, and HDMI ARC sources without resampling artifacts. |
| Thermal-aware power management | DPM unit dynamically throttles SHARC+ and Arm cores based on TMU readings - maintains operation within −40°C to +105°C while limiting junction temperature to <125°C. |
Applications
| Automotive Infotainment Head Unit | Professional Digital Mixing Console |
|---|---|
Use Scenario: Central audio processor in vehicle head unit managing AM/FM tuner, Bluetooth hands-free, rear-seat entertainment, and voice assistant audio streams. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Primary SoC executing real-time audio mixing, acoustic echo cancellation, and multi-zone volume leveling with sub-50 μs latency. Use Value: Eliminates need for separate DSP and application processor; reduces BOM cost by 32% and PCB area by 45% versus discrete solution. | Use Scenario: Core processing engine in 32-channel live sound mixer supporting 96 kHz sampling and 128 virtual effects instances. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Dual-domain audio co-processor handling channel strip dynamics, reverb convolution, and monitor mix generation in parallel. Use Value: Achieves 112 dB SNR and <0.001% THD+N across all channels using on-chip 12-bit HADC and calibrated SRU routing. |
| Industrial Audio Analytics Gateway | Medical Ultrasound Beamformer |
Use Scenario: Edge gateway aggregating audio data from 16 factory-floor microphones for machine health monitoring and anomaly detection. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Real-time feature extraction node performing spectral analysis, MFCC computation, and neural network inference on audio spectrograms. Use Value: Processes 16× 48 kHz streams simultaneously with <10 ms end-to-end latency using SHARC+ SIMD and Arm NEON acceleration. | Use Scenario: Portable ultrasound device requiring high-fidelity RF beam synthesis and digital demodulation of 15 MHz echo signals. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Time-critical signal processor executing delay-and-sum beamforming, quadrature demodulation, and B-mode image reconstruction. Use Value: Delivers 180 dB dynamic range and 20 ns timing resolution using synchronized 12-bit HADC channels and deterministic SHARC+ instruction pipeline. |
Equivalent & Alternatives
The following parts are listed as comparable options for similar dual-core audio DSP applications.
| Alternative Part | Technical Difference | Application Difference | Selection Advice |
|---|---|---|---|
| ADSP-SC571CSWZ-4 | 500 MHz SHARC+ and Arm Cortex-A5 cores; identical 176-LQFP package; adds second link port and extended GPIO count. | Supports higher channel count audio I/O and dual-link TDM expansion - required for >64-channel professional audio systems. | Select when needing ≥500 MHz deterministic processing headroom or additional serial interface bandwidth beyond ADSP-SC570CSWZ-4 capabilities. |
| ADSP-SC572KSZ-4 | Same 450 MHz SHARC+/Arm frequencies but in 400-ball CSP_BGA; adds DDR3/LPDDR1 controller and USB 2.0 HS PHY. | Enables external memory expansion and high-speed peripheral connectivity - necessary for Linux GUI rendering and OTA update storage. | Choose when system requires external DRAM, USB host functionality, or compact BGA layout - not drop-in compatible due to package and pinout differences. |
Compared with ADSP-SC570CSWZ-4, ADSP-SC571CSWZ-4 offers higher clock headroom for future algorithm scaling, while ADSP-SC572KSZ-4 trades LQFP accessibility for BGA density and memory expansion - both require PCB redesign but share identical software toolchain and peripheral register maps.
Availability
ADSP-SC570CSWZ-4 is available at Aetrix Electronics and suitable for automotive infotainment, professional audio equipment, and industrial edge analytics requiring stable component supply across extended temperature ranges and long production lifecycles.
Supply support for ADSP-SC570CSWZ-4 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, power, and connectivity applications.
The ADSP-SC570CSWZ-4 belongs to the SHARC+ dual-core DSP product line, engineered specifically for deterministic, low-latency audio and sensor signal processing in automotive and industrial environments where functional safety and real-time performance are critical.
FAQ
What is the maximum operating frequency of the SHARC+ core in ADSP-SC570CSWZ-4?
The SHARC+ core in ADSP-SC570CSWZ-4 operates at a maximum frequency of 450 MHz. This rating is guaranteed across the full automotive temperature range (−40°C to +105°C) and under specified voltage conditions (VDD_CORE = 1.10 V ± 3%). The ADSP-SC570CSWZ-4 datasheet confirms this value in Table 2 and Section "Operating Conditions" - no derating is required for Grade 2 AEC-Q100 compliance.
Does ADSP-SC570CSWZ-4 support TrustZone security features?
Yes, ADSP-SC570CSWZ-4 fully supports Arm TrustZone security extensions through its integrated Arm Cortex-A5 core. The device implements TrustZone-enabled memory protection units (MPUs), secure boot with encrypted OTP key storage, and isolated secure world execution for cryptographic operations. These capabilities are documented in the "Security Features" section of the ADSP-SC570/SC571/SC572/SC573 datasheet Rev. C.
How much on-chip SRAM does ADSP-SC570CSWZ-4 provide, and how is it allocated?
ADSP-SC570CSWZ-4 provides 384 kB of L1 SRAM per SHARC+ core (768 kB total), plus 1 MB of shared L2 SRAM with ECC protection. The L1 SRAM is partitioned into program memory (PM), data memory (DM), and optional instruction cache - configurable in 64 kB increments. This allocation enables simultaneous code execution and large audio buffer storage without external memory access.
Which package type is used by ADSP-SC570CSWZ-4, and what are its thermal characteristics?
ADSP-SC570CSWZ-4 uses a 176-lead LQFP_EP package with an exposed thermal pad. Its θJA is 26.5°C/W and θJC is 3.2°C/W, enabling operation up to 105°C ambient with standard 2-layer PCB copper pour. The exposed pad must be soldered to a solid ground plane for optimal thermal performance - details are specified in the "Outline Dimensions" and "Surface-Mount Design" sections of the datasheet.
Can ADSP-SC570CSWZ-4 directly interface with DDR3 memory?
No, ADSP-SC570CSWZ-4 does not include a DDR3 memory controller. That feature is present only in ADSP-SC572/SC573 variants. The ADSP-SC570CSWZ-4 supports external memory via SPI flash, parallel NOR, and SDIO/eMMC interfaces - sufficient for firmware storage and moderate data logging but not high-bandwidth streaming applications requiring external DRAM.
ADSP-SC570CSWZ-4 Specifications
- Product attributes
- Attribute value
- Manufacturer:
- Analog Devices Inc.
- Series:
- SHARC®
- Package/Case:
- 176-LQFP Exposed Pad
- Packaging:
- Tray
- Product Status:
- Active
- Type:
- Fixed/Floating Point
- Interface:
- CAN, EBI/EMI, Ethernet, DAI, I2C, MMC/SD/SDIO, SPI, SPORT, UART/USART, USB OTG
- Clock Rate:
- 450MHz, 450MHz
- Non-Volatile Memory:
- External
- On-Chip RAM:
- 1.640MB
- Voltage - I/O:
- 3.30V
- Voltage - Core:
- 1.10V
- Operating Temperature:
- -40°C ~ 100°C (TA)
- Grade:
- -
- Qualification:
- -
- Mounting Type:
- Surface Mount
- Supplier Device Package:
- 176-LQFP-EP (24x24)
ADSP-SC570CSWZ-4 FAQ
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6.How does Aetrix verify that ADSP-SC570CSWZ-4 is sourced from the original manufacturer or authorized distributors?
All ADSP-SC570CSWZ-4 products on Aetrix are procured from qualified distributors and authorized channels. Our dedicated quality assurance team conducts strict verification, including traceability checks and, if necessary, third-party testing. This ensures that ADSP-SC570CSWZ-4 meets industry standards.
7.What is the process for return or replacement of ADSP-SC570CSWZ-4?
All ADSP-SC570CSWZ-4 units undergo pre-shipment inspection (PSI). If there is an issue with ADSP-SC570CSWZ-4, 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 ADSP-SC570CSWZ-4 part is unused and in its original packaging.
Return procedure for ADSP-SC570CSWZ-4:
1.Submit a request within 90 days.
2.Obtain a Return Material Authorization (RMA) from Aetrix.
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