Analog Devices Inc. ADSP-SC573BBCZ-4
- Part No.:
- ADSP-SC573BBCZ-4
- Manufacturer:
- Analog Devices Inc.
- Category:
- DSP (Digital Signal Processors)
- Package:
- 400-LFBGA, CSPBGA
- Datasheet:
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ADSP-SC573BBCZ-4.pdf
- Description:
- ARM, 2X SHARC, DDR, BGA PACKAGE
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Product details
Overview
ADSP-SC573BBCZ-4 from Analog Devices is a dual-core SHARC+ DSP with integrated Arm Cortex-A5 processor, delivering 500 MHz per SHARC+ core and 500 MHz Arm Cortex-A5 operation. It features 3 MB L1 SRAM (384 kB per core), 1 MB L2 SRAM with ECC, dual 2× CAN 2.0 interfaces, and AEC-Q100 qualification for automotive infotainment and ADAS domain controllers.
For engineers reviewing the ADSP-SC573BBCZ-4 datasheet, ADSP-SC573BBCZ-4 pinout, ADSP-SC573BBCZ-4 application, or ADSP-SC573BBCZ-4 equivalent, key selection considerations include dual-core floating-point throughput, on-chip memory partitioning, DDR3L/LPDDR1 interface support, TrustZone security, and 400-ball CSP_BGA mechanical compatibility with automotive thermal requirements.
Technical Context
The ADSP-SC573BBCZ-4 implements a heterogeneous dual-domain architecture: two SHARC+ cores execute SIMD floating-point audio and control algorithms with 32/40/64-bit precision, while the Arm Cortex-A5 runs Linux-based middleware and system management. The cores share a coherent 256 kB L2 cache and access unified L2 SRAM via a system crossbar with DMA acceleration.
Peripherals are routed through a Signal Routing Unit (SRU) supporting dynamic I/O multiplexing, including full SPORTs, S/PDIF, ASRCs, and dual CAN 2.0 controllers. Safety-critical functions are enabled by integrated fault management, watchdog timers, thermal monitoring unit (TMU), and system protection unit (SPU) with Arm TrustZone enforcement.
Key Specifications
| Parameter | Value and Actual Design Meaning |
|---|---|
| Core Architecture | Dual SHARC+ + single Arm Cortex-A5, enabling real-time DSP + application-layer processing in one SoC |
| Clock Frequency | 500 MHz per SHARC+ core; 500 MHz Arm Cortex-A5 - enables 800 DMIPS + 2× 5 GFLOPS peak compute |
| L1 Memory | 3 MB total (2 × 384 kB SRAM per SHARC+ core with parity) - supports zero-wait-state code/data execution |
| L2 Memory | 1 MB SRAM with ECC - provides fault-tolerant shared workspace for inter-core communication |
| Memory Interface | 16-bit DDR3L/DDR2/LPDDR1 controller - enables low-power external memory expansion up to 2 GB |
| Automotive Qualification | AEC-Q100 Grade 2 (−40°C to +105°C) - validated for under-hood and cockpit electronics |
| Security Features | Arm TrustZone, cryptographic hardware accelerators, fast secure boot with OTP IP protection - meets ISO 21434 threat mitigation requirements |
Pinout & Package
ADSP-SC573BBCZ-4 uses a 17 mm × 17 mm, 400-ball CSP_BGA package (RoHS compliant) with 0.65 mm ball pitch and standard JEDEC MO-220VBED layout. Ball assignments follow Analog Devices' documented signal mapping for power domains (VDD_INT, VDD_EXT, AVDD), high-speed interfaces (DDR, CAN, USB), and configurable GPIO banks (Ports A–F).
| Pin/Terminal | Circuit Role | Design Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| VDD_INT | Core power supply | 1.05 V ±3% for SHARC+/Cortex-A5 logic; requires low-noise regulation and local decoupling |
| VDD_EXT | I/O power supply | 1.8 V or 3.3 V selectable for GPIO, UART, SPI, I²C - supports mixed-voltage system interfacing |
| DDR_DQ[15:0] | DDR data bus | 16-bit bidirectional data lines for DDR3L/LPDDR1; require matched trace length and controlled impedance (50 Ω) |
| CAN0_TX / CAN0_RX | Controller Area Network channel 0 | Differential pair supporting CAN 2.0B at up to 1 Mbps; connects directly to isolated transceiver |
| USB_DP / USB_DM | USB 2.0 HS physical layer | Differential pair with integrated PHY; supports host/device/OTG modes without external transceiver |
| CLKIN | External reference clock input | Accepts 1–50 MHz crystal or oscillator; feeds CGU for internal PLL generation of core/system clocks |
Key Features
| Feature | Design Value |
|---|---|
| Dual SHARC+ + Arm Cortex-A5 heterogeneity | Enables concurrent real-time signal processing (e.g., active noise cancellation) and application-layer tasks (e.g., GUI, OTA updates) without OS scheduling latency |
| 384 kB L1 SRAM per SHARC+ core with parity | Eliminates external memory access for critical filter kernels and FFT buffers - guarantees deterministic cycle count execution |
| Hardware FIR/IIR offload engines | Offloads up to 90% of convolution operations from CPU cores - preserves SHARC+ bandwidth for adaptive algorithms |
| 4× ASRCs + 2× PCGs + 1× S/PDIF Rx/Tx | Supports multi-zone audio routing with sample rate conversion between independent clock domains (e.g., Bluetooth, USB, analog ADC) |
| System Protection Unit (SPU) + TrustZone | Enforces memory isolation between safety-critical (SHARC+) and non-safety (Cortex-A5 Linux) partitions - required for ASIL-B compliance |
Applications
| Automotive Infotainment Head Unit | Professional Audio Multi-Channel Mixer |
|---|---|
Use Scenario: Centralized head unit running Android Automotive OS while performing real-time audio enhancement, voice recognition, and vehicle bus analytics. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: ADSP-SC573BBCZ-4 serves as the primary SoC - SHARC+ cores handle acoustic echo cancellation and equalization; Cortex-A5 manages UI, connectivity, and diagnostics. Use Value: Single-chip integration eliminates inter-processor latency and reduces BOM cost versus discrete DSP + application processor solutions. | Use Scenario: 32-channel digital mixer with 96 kHz sampling, dynamic range compression, and AES67 network streaming. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: ADSP-SC573BBCZ-4 acts as the audio processing engine - SHARC+ cores execute parallel FIR filters and dynamics processing; ASRCs align asynchronous inputs (AES, Dante, MADI). Use Value: On-chip 4× ASRCs and 4 full SPORTs eliminate need for external sample-rate converters and reduce PCB layer count. |
| Industrial Motor Drive Controller | Advanced Driver Assistance Systems (ADAS) Sensor Fusion Hub |
Use Scenario: High-fidelity servo drive with field-oriented control (FOC), vibration suppression, and predictive maintenance analytics. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: ADSP-SC573BBCZ-4 executes FOC loops in SHARC+ cores at ≤1 µs jitter; Cortex-A5 runs Python-based anomaly detection on vibration spectra. Use Value: Deterministic L1 SRAM access and hardware-accelerated trigonometric functions enable sub-microsecond current loop timing. | Use Scenario: Aggregation and preprocessing of radar, camera, and ultrasonic sensor data before feeding AI accelerator. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: ADSP-SC573BBCZ-4 performs time-synchronized timestamping, beamforming, and CFAR detection in SHARC+; Cortex-A5 handles CAN FD logging and Ethernet gateway functions. Use Value: Dual CAN 2.0 + EMAC + SDIO/eMMC enables simultaneous sensor ingestion, real-time processing, and over-the-air firmware update capability. |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| ADSP-SC572BBCZ-4 | Same 400-ball CSP_BGA package but lacks USB 2.0 HS + PHY and EMAC 10/100/1000; SHARC+ Core2 limited to 450 MHz | Targeted at cost-sensitive audio systems without Ethernet or high-speed peripheral needs | Select when USB/Ethernet are not required and lower SHARC+ frequency suffices for algorithm complexity |
| NXP i.MX 8M Plus | Quad Cortex-A53 + Cortex-M7 + NPU; no native SHARC+ floating-point DSP; uses external codec for audio I/O | Optimized for vision/AI workloads; audio processing relies on software libraries or companion codecs | Select when neural network inference dominates compute load and fixed-point audio processing is acceptable |
Compared with ADSP-SC572BBCZ-4, the ADSP-SC573BBCZ-4 adds USB 2.0 HS and gigabit EMAC for connected audio systems; compared with i.MX 8M Plus, it delivers 3× higher sustained floating-point throughput for real-time audio and motor control without software overhead.
Availability
ADSP-SC573BBCZ-4 is available at Aetrix Electronics and suitable for automotive infotainment, professional audio equipment, and industrial motor control applications requiring stable component supply across extended temperature ranges and long production lifecycles.
Supply support for ADSP-SC573BBCZ-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 leader in high-performance analog, mixed-signal, and DSP technology, headquartered in Wilmington, MA, with design centers worldwide and ISO 9001-certified manufacturing.
The ADSP-SC57x family was designed specifically for safety-critical, high-fidelity signal processing in automotive and professional audio - combining SHARC's deterministic floating-point performance with Arm application processing in a single AEC-Q100-qualified SoC.
FAQ
What is the maximum operating temperature range for the ADSP-SC573BBCZ-4?
The ADSP-SC573BBCZ-4 is qualified to AEC-Q100 Grade 2, supporting continuous operation from −40°C to +105°C ambient. This rating covers junction temperatures up to 125°C under specified power dissipation and board-level thermal design, making it suitable for under-dash automotive environments and industrial enclosures without forced air cooling. Thermal derating curves and PCB copper pour recommendations are provided in the ADSP-SC573BBCZ-4 datasheet Section 126.
Does the ADSP-SC573BBCZ-4 support DDR3L memory, and what voltage levels are required?
Yes, the ADSP-SC573BBCZ-4 supports DDR3L (1.35 V) and DDR2 (1.8 V) memory via its dedicated 16-bit L3 interface. The DDR I/O bank requires VDD_DDR = 1.35 V ±3% for DDR3L operation, with separate VDDQ termination at 0.675 V. The controller supports programmable timing parameters, on-die termination (ODT), and auto-calibration for reliable 400–800 MT/s operation. LPDDR1 is also supported at 1.8 V.
How many CAN 2.0 interfaces does the ADSP-SC573BBCZ-4 integrate, and are they independently configurable?
The ADSP-SC573BBCZ-4 integrates two fully independent CAN 2.0B controllers (CAN0 and CAN1), each with dedicated message RAM, transmit/receive FIFOs, and bit-rate programming registers. Both controllers support programmable baud rates up to 1 Mbps, loopback/self-test modes, and error counters. They operate autonomously and can be assigned to different CAN networks (e.g., powertrain and body electronics) without resource contention.
Can the SHARC+ cores and Arm Cortex-A5 core run different real-time operating systems simultaneously?
Yes - the ADSP-SC573BBCZ-4 supports asymmetric multiprocessing (AMP) where SHARC+ cores typically run lightweight RTOS (e.g., FreeRTOS or VDK) for deterministic signal processing, while the Arm Cortex-A5 runs Linux or Android. Memory isolation is enforced by the System Memory Protection Unit (SMPU) and Arm TrustZone, ensuring secure, non-interfering execution. Inter-core communication uses mailbox registers and shared L2 SRAM with cache coherency managed by the PL310 L2 controller.
What debug and trace capabilities are available on the ADSP-SC573BBCZ-4?
The ADSP-SC573BBCZ-4 includes Arm CoreSight-compliant debug infrastructure: SWD/JTAG interface, Embedded Trace Macrocell (ETM) for instruction tracing, and Instrumentation Trace Macrocell (ITM) for software event logging. Each SHARC+ core has dedicated debug units with breakpoint/watchpoint support, and the Cortex-A5 includes NEON and VFP trace. Full trace bandwidth requires external trace port analyzers (e.g., CrossCore Embedded Studio with ICE-1000).
ADSP-SC573BBCZ-4 Specifications
- Product attributes
- Attribute value
- Manufacturer:
- Analog Devices Inc.
- Series:
- SHARC®
- Package/Case:
- 400-LFBGA, CSPBGA
- 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:
- 2MB
- Voltage - I/O:
- 3.30V
- Voltage - Core:
- 1.10V
- Operating Temperature:
- -40°C ~ 85°C (TA)
- Grade:
- -
- Qualification:
- -
- Mounting Type:
- Surface Mount
- Supplier Device Package:
- 400-CSPBGA (17x17)
ADSP-SC573BBCZ-4 FAQ
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7.What is the process for return or replacement of ADSP-SC573BBCZ-4?
All ADSP-SC573BBCZ-4 units undergo pre-shipment inspection (PSI). If there is an issue with ADSP-SC573BBCZ-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-SC573BBCZ-4 part is unused and in its original packaging.
Return procedure for ADSP-SC573BBCZ-4:
1.Submit a request within 90 days.
2.Obtain a Return Material Authorization (RMA) from Aetrix.
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