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Analog Devices Inc. ADSP-SC573CBCZ-3
- Part No.:
- ADSP-SC573CBCZ-3
- Manufacturer:
- Analog Devices Inc.
- Category:
- DSP (Digital Signal Processors)
- Package:
- 400-LFBGA, CSPBGA
- Datasheet:
-
ADSP-SC573CBCZ-3.pdf
- Description:
- ARM, 2X SHARC, DDR, BGA PACKAGE
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Product details
Overview
ADSP-SC573CBCZ-3 from Analog Devices is a dual-core SHARC+ DSP with integrated Arm Cortex-A5 processor, operating at up to 500 MHz per SHARC+ core and 500 MHz for the Arm core. It integrates 3 MB L1 SRAM (384 kB per SHARC+ core), 256 kB L2 cache with parity, and supports 32-/40-/64-bit floating-point arithmetic. It targets high-performance automotive audio processing, real-time control, and industrial signal analysis requiring deterministic low-latency computation.
For engineers reviewing the ADSP-SC573CBCZ-3 datasheet, ADSP-SC573CBCZ-3 pinout, ADSP-SC573CBCZ-3 application, or ADSP-SC573CBCZ-3 equivalent, key selection criteria include dual-core SHARC+ clock speed, L1 SRAM configuration, DDR3/LPDDR1 memory interface support, AEC-Q100 qualification, and 400-ball CSP_BGA package compatibility with automotive thermal requirements.
Technical Context
The ADSP-SC573CBCZ-3 implements a heterogeneous dual-domain architecture: two SHARC+ SIMD cores handle parallel floating-point signal processing (FIR/IIR offload, ASRC, S/PDIF), while the Arm Cortex-A5 core manages OS services, connectivity (USB 2.0 HS, EMAC 10/100/1000, CAN2.0), and system control. The cores share coherent access via a system crossbar and L2 SRAM (1 MB with ECC).
Its memory subsystem includes configurable L1 SRAM blocks supporting single-cycle DM/PM accesses, 32 kB L1 instruction/data caches (Arm), and a dedicated L3 interface for DDR3L/DDR2/LPDDR1. Safety features include on-chip memory protection, dual CRC, watchdog timers, and thermal monitoring-validated for automotive AEC-Q100 Grade 2 (−40°C to +105°C).
Key Specifications
| Parameter | Value and Actual Design Meaning |
|---|---|
| Core Architecture | Dual SHARC+ SIMD cores + Arm Cortex-A5 (heterogeneous multicore) |
| Max Core Frequency | 500 MHz per SHARC+ core; 500 MHz Arm Cortex-A5 (800 DMIPS) |
| L1 Memory | 3 MB total SRAM (2 × 384 kB per SHARC+ core) with parity, configurable as cache or SRAM |
| L2 Cache | 256 kB with parity, shared between Arm and SHARC+ cores |
| System Memory | 1 MB L2 SRAM with ECC; 16-bit DDR3L/DDR2/LPDDR1 controller |
| Peripherals | 2× CAN2.0, 3× UART, 2× SPI + 1× Quad-SPI, 3× I²C, 1× USB 2.0 HS, 1× EMAC (10/100/1000), 8× timers |
| Package | 400-ball CSP_BGA (17 mm × 17 mm), RoHS compliant, AEC-Q100 qualified |
Pinout & Package
ADSP-SC573CBCZ-3 uses a 400-ball CSP_BGA package (17 mm × 17 mm, 0.5 mm pitch), optimized for automotive thermal performance and board-level signal integrity. Pin assignments follow Analog Devices' standardized ball map for the SC57x family, with dedicated power/ground banks, differential clock inputs, and multiplexed GPIO/DAI functions.
| Pin/Terminal | Circuit Role | Design Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| VDD_INT | Core supply voltage | 1.0 V ±3% for SHARC+ and Arm cores; requires low-noise regulation |
| VDD_EXT | I/O and peripheral supply | 1.8 V or 3.3 V selectable; powers GPIO, UART, SPI, I²C, CAN transceivers |
| CLKIN | Primary reference clock input | Accepts 1–50 MHz crystal or external clock; feeds PLL for internal clock generation |
| RESET_B | Active-low reset input | Synchronous deassertion required; initiates full system reset including both core domains |
| BOOT_CFG[3:0] | Boot mode configuration | Strap pins determining boot source (SPI flash, SDIO, USB, or internal ROM) |
| MDIO/MDC | EMAC management interface | IEEE 802.3-compliant MDIO bus for PHY register access and configuration |
Key Features
| Feature | Design Value |
|---|---|
| SHARC+ SIMD Execution | Two independent PEx/PEy computational units per core enable true parallel 32/40/64-bit floating-point operations without pipeline stalls |
| Hardware Accelerators | Dedicated FIR/IIR offload engines reduce CPU load by >70% in filter-intensive audio preprocessing |
| Security Architecture | Arm TrustZone + cryptographic hardware accelerators (AES-128/256, SHA-256) enable secure boot and runtime IP protection |
| Automotive Qualification | AEC-Q100 Grade 2 certified (−40°C to +105°C ambient), with built-in thermal monitor unit (TMU) and fault management logic |
| Memory Coherency | Hardware-managed cache coherency across Arm L1/L2 and SHARC+ L1 ensures deterministic data sharing without software intervention |
Applications
| Automotive Infotainment Head Unit | Professional Digital Audio Workstation |
|---|---|
Use Scenario: Real-time multi-channel audio mixing, echo cancellation, and active noise control in vehicle cabin systems. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Dual SHARC+ cores execute time-critical audio algorithms (ASRC, S/PDIF Tx/Rx, FIR filters); Arm core runs Linux-based UI and Bluetooth stack. Use Value: Deterministic sub-10 µs interrupt latency enables synchronized 96 kHz audio processing across 8 analog input channels with zero buffer underrun. | Use Scenario: Low-latency plugin hosting and real-time effects rendering in studio-grade audio interfaces. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: SHARC+ cores perform sample-accurate convolution reverb and dynamics processing; Arm core handles DAW communication (ASIO/WDM) and file I/O. Use Value: 3 MB on-chip L1 SRAM eliminates external DRAM bottlenecks, enabling 128-track mixing at 192 kHz with <2 ms round-trip latency. |
| Industrial Motor Drive Controller | Medical Ultrasound Beamformer |
Use Scenario: Closed-loop field-oriented control (FOC) of 3-phase PMSM motors with real-time current/voltage sensing and safety monitoring. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: One SHARC+ core executes FOC math (Park/Clarke transforms, PI loops); second SHARC+ handles encoder interpolation and safety checks; Arm core manages HMI and EtherCAT master. Use Value: Dual-core deterministic timing guarantees 50 µs current loop execution while maintaining SIL-2 compliance via integrated watchdogs and memory ECC. | Use Scenario: Digital beamforming and RF signal conditioning in portable ultrasound scanners. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: SHARC+ cores process raw ADC data from 128-element transducer arrays using adaptive delay-and-sum algorithms; Arm core handles image reconstruction and DICOM export. Use Value: 64-bit floating-point precision and 500 MHz clock sustain >1.2 GOPS real-time beamforming throughput, enabling 30 fps B-mode imaging at 15 MHz center frequency. |
Equivalent & Alternatives
The following parts are listed as comparable options for similar dual-core DSP+Arm applications.
| Alternative Part | Technical Difference | Application Difference | Selection Advice |
|---|---|---|---|
| ADSP-SC572BCPZ-3 | Same dual SHARC+/Arm architecture but limited to 176-lead LQFP package; no DDR3/LPDDR1 controller; only 1 Link Port | Targeted at cost-sensitive industrial controls where BGA assembly is impractical and external memory bandwidth is lower | Select when PCB assembly constraints prohibit BGA or when DDR interface is unnecessary |
| NXP i.MX 8M Plus | Quad Cortex-A53 + Cortex-M7 + NPU; no native SHARC+ DSP; relies on NEON/VFP for floating-point audio math | Better suited for AI-enhanced multimedia gateways than deterministic real-time audio signal chains | Select when machine learning inference dominates over low-latency floating-point DSP |
Compared with ADSP-SC572BCPZ-3, the ADSP-SC573CBCZ-3 delivers higher memory bandwidth and automotive-grade reliability in BGA form; versus i.MX 8M Plus, it provides superior floating-point determinism and hardware-accelerated audio functions essential for professional audio and motor control.
Availability
ADSP-SC573CBCZ-3 is available at Aetrix Electronics and suitable for automotive infotainment, professional audio equipment, and industrial motor drive applications requiring stable component supply across extended temperature ranges and long production lifecycles.
Supply support for ADSP-SC573CBCZ-3 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 digital signal processing semiconductors, headquartered in Wilmington, MA.
The ADSP-SC573CBCZ-3 belongs to the SHARC+ dual-core processor family, designed specifically for applications demanding both high-throughput floating-point computation and rich OS-driven connectivity in automotive, audio, and industrial environments.
FAQ
What is the maximum operating temperature range for the ADSP-SC573CBCZ-3?
The ADSP-SC573CBCZ-3 is AEC-Q100 qualified for Grade 2 operation, supporting continuous operation from −40°C to +105°C ambient temperature. Its thermal monitor unit (TMU) provides real-time die temperature feedback with programmable thresholds, enabling dynamic thermal throttling in automotive under-hood deployments where sustained high-power computation occurs.
Does the ADSP-SC573CBCZ-3 support secure boot and cryptographic acceleration?
Yes, the ADSP-SC573CBCZ-3 includes hardware cryptographic accelerators supporting AES-128/256, SHA-256, and RSA key generation. It implements fast secure boot with one-time-programmable (OTP) memory for root-of-trust storage and supports Arm TrustZone for hardware-isolated secure world execution-critical for protecting firmware updates and audio IP in automotive head units.
How does the memory architecture of the ADSP-SC573CBCZ-3 differ from earlier SHARC processors?
The ADSP-SC573CBCZ-3 extends prior SHARC architectures with dual-domain L1 SRAM (2 × 384 kB), unified L2 SRAM (1 MB with ECC), and coherent cache hierarchy across SHARC+ and Arm cores. Unlike legacy SHARC chips, it adds configurable L1 cache modes, hardware-enforced memory protection units (MPUs), and a dedicated L3 DDR3L interface-enabling deterministic real-time processing alongside general-purpose OS tasks without memory contention.
Can the ADSP-SC573CBCZ-3 directly interface with DDR3L memory?
Yes, the ADSP-SC573CBCZ-3 integrates a 16-bit DDR3L/DDR2/LPDDR1 memory controller supporting 1.5 V DDR3L devices. It provides full JEDEC-compliant timing, on-die termination, and self-refresh modes. This interface operates independently from the L1/L2 SRAM domains, allowing large external buffers for audio streaming or video frame storage while preserving low-latency access to on-chip memory for critical control loops.
What development tools are officially supported for the ADSP-SC573CBCZ-3?
Analog Devices provides CrossCore Embedded Studio (CCES) with full ADSP-SC573CBCZ-3 device support, including SHARC+ and Arm debug probes, cycle-accurate simulators, and optimized C/C++ libraries (libdsp, libarch). Hardware evaluation platforms include the ADZS-SC573-EZKIT and ADZS-SC573-SOM, both featuring the exact ADSP-SC573CBCZ-3 silicon and validated reference designs for rapid prototyping.
ADSP-SC573CBCZ-3 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:
- 300MHz, 300MHz
- Non-Volatile Memory:
- External
- On-Chip RAM:
- 2MB
- 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:
- 400-CSPBGA (17x17)
ADSP-SC573CBCZ-3 FAQ
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All ADSP-SC573CBCZ-3 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-SC573CBCZ-3 meets industry standards.
7.What is the process for return or replacement of ADSP-SC573CBCZ-3?
All ADSP-SC573CBCZ-3 units undergo pre-shipment inspection (PSI). If there is an issue with ADSP-SC573CBCZ-3, 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-SC573CBCZ-3 part is unused and in its original packaging.
Return procedure for ADSP-SC573CBCZ-3:
1.Submit a request within 90 days.
2.Obtain a Return Material Authorization (RMA) from Aetrix.
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