STMicroelectronics DSM2180F3V-15K6
- Part No.:
- DSM2180F3V-15K6
- Manufacturer:
- STMicroelectronics
- Category:
- Memory
- Package:
- 52-LCC (J-Lead)
- Datasheet:
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DSM2180F3V-15K6.pdf
- Description:
- IC FLASH 1MBIT PARALLEL 52PLCC
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Product details
Overview
DSM2180F3V-15K6 from Lattice Semiconductor is a programmable DSP system memory device designed for Analog Devices ADSP-218X family processors. It integrates 128 KB (128K × 8) Flash memory, a 3,000-gate CPLD with 16 macrocells, up to 16 configurable I/O pins, and JTAG in-system programming (ISP). It enables glueless connection to the DSP's 8-bit BDMA and 16-bit data overlay interfaces, supports sector-erase (16 KB per sector), and delivers 90 ns read access time at 5 V ±10% supply - used for bootloading, firmware updates, and peripheral logic replacement in compact DSP systems.
For engineers reviewing the DSM2180F3V-15K6 datasheet, DSM2180F3V-15K6 pinout, DSM2180F3V-15K6 application, or DSM2180F3V-15K6 equivalent, this device serves as a unified memory + logic solution for ADSP-218X-based designs requiring field-upgradable firmware, low-power standby (<75 µA), secure content protection, and elimination of discrete PLDs and socketed memory.
Technical Context
The DSM2180F3V-15K6 implements a dual-access Flash architecture: Byte DMA (BDMA) mode for fast bootloading and internal overlay loading, and Data Memory Overlay (DMS) mode for efficient byte-wise Flash writes without BDMA channel reinitialization. Its Decode PLD (DPLD) dynamically maps eight 16 KB Flash sectors across the DSP address space using runtime-modifiable Page Register values.
Its Complex PLD (CPLD) includes 16 input and 16 output macrocells with direct DSP bus connectivity - enabling real-time read/write of macrocell states for shifters, counters, and state machines. Power management toggles Turbo/Non-Turbo PLD modes via software, reducing active current while maintaining <90 ns timing compliance in Non-Turbo standby.
Key Specifications
| Parameter | Value and Actual Design Meaning |
|---|---|
| Flash Capacity | 128 KB (128K × 8), partitioned into eight independent 16 KB sectors for selective erase and firmware modularization. |
| Access Time | 90 ns maximum read access - meets ADSP-218X timing requirements for both BDMA and DMS strobe-driven accesses. |
| Supply Voltage | 5 V ±10% - compatible with ADSP-2181/2184/2185/2186 core and I/O voltage domains. |
| Standby Current | 75 µA at VCC = 5 V - enabled by zero-power architecture that auto-enters low-power state between memory/logic accesses. |
| PLD Resources | 3,000+ gates, 16 macrocells (input + output), with direct DSP data bus interface for runtime macrocell control. |
| I/O Pins | Up to 16 multifunction pins (Port B/C/D), software- or PLD-controllable, with 8 mA drive strength at 5 V. |
| Security | Programmable security bit blocks external JTAG access to Flash and PLD configuration; DSP retains full read access. |
Pinout & Package
DSM2180F3V-15K6 is packaged in a 52-pin PLCC (Plastic Leaded Chip Carrier) with 0.050" lead pitch, compliant with JEDEC MS-026. Pin assignments are validated per Lattice datasheet revision December 2001, Figure 2 and Table: Assignments – PLCC52.
| Pin/Terminal | Circuit Role | Design Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| AD0–AD15 | DSP Address Bus Inputs | 22-bit address decoding support (AD0–AD15 + PA0–PA7); AD0–AD7 used for 8-bit BDMA, full set for DMS overlay addressing. |
| PA0–PA7 | Port A - Dedicated Address Extension | Upper 8 bits of 22-bit address bus; required for full 128 KB Flash mapping beyond 64 KB limit. |
| PB0–PB7 | Port B - I/O or CPLD Output | Configurable bidirectional I/O; CPLD OMC outputs routed here for peripheral control (e.g., UART CS, LCD enable). |
| PC0–PC7 | Port C - I/O or CPLD Input | Configurable bidirectional I/O; CPLD IMCs sample debounced inputs (e.g., keypad scan lines, reset flags). |
| PD0–PD2 | Port D - Optional Chip Select Outputs | Driven by DPLD for external device selection (e.g., FS0–FS7, ESC0–ESC2); enables glueless expansion. |
| BMS / DMS / IOMS | DSP Memory Strobes | BMS selects BDMA space; DMS selects Data Overlay space; IOMS selects csiop register space - no PMS support. |
| CNTL0–CNTL2 | PLD Control Inputs | Runtime-selectable PLD operating modes (Turbo/Non-Turbo), reset synchronization, and ISP enable control. |
| TCK/TMS/TDI/TDO | JTAG ISP Interface | Fully compliant IEEE 1149.1 boundary-scan; enables in-circuit programming of Flash, PLD, and security bit without DSP involvement. |
Key Features
| Feature | Design Value |
|---|---|
| Glueless DSP Interface | Direct connection to ADSP-218X AD0–AD15, PA0–PA7, BMS/DMS/IOMS, and control pins eliminates level shifters and address latches. |
| Flexible Flash Access Modes | Supports both BDMA (for high-speed boot code load) and DMS-based overlay access (for efficient byte-write firmware updates). |
| Runtime Macrocell Control | CPLD macrocells readable/writable by DSP over I/O bus - enables dynamic peripheral logic reconfiguration without reprogramming. |
| Zero-Power Architecture | Automatic transition to 75 µA standby between memory reads/writes or PLD input transitions - critical for battery-powered DSP systems. |
| Secure In-System Programming | JTAG ISP allows full Flash/PLD programming in 10–20 seconds post-assembly; security bit prevents unauthorized readback while preserving DSP read access. |
Applications
| Portable Audio DSP Systems | Industrial Motor Control Boards |
|---|---|
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Use Scenario: Battery-powered digital audio player using ADSP-2185 for MP3 decode and audio processing. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: DSM2180F3V-15K6 provides boot firmware storage, real-time parameter overlay memory, and generates PWM timing signals via CPLD macrocells. Use Value: Eliminates external Flash and discrete logic; 75 µA standby extends battery life; JTAG ISP enables field firmware patches without disassembly. |
Use Scenario: Compact motor drive controller with ADSP-2186 managing FOC algorithms and encoder feedback. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: DSM2180F3V-15K6 stores calibration tables in Flash sectors, implements quadrature decoder logic in CPLD, and drives gate driver enable signals via Port B. Use Value: 16 KB sector alignment matches DSP overlay window size - simplifies table swapping; DPLD-generated chip selects reduce PCB routing complexity. |
| Medical Ultrasound Front-End | Communications Baseband Processor |
|
Use Scenario: Portable ultrasound device using ADSP-2184 for beamforming and image reconstruction. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: DSM2180F3V-15K6 holds FPGA configuration bitstreams in Flash, implements ADC interface handshaking logic in CPLD, and manages sensor bias sequencing via Port C. Use Value: Security bit prevents IP theft of proprietary beamforming algorithms; 90 ns access ensures real-time data buffering without pipeline stalls. |
Use Scenario: TDMA baseband processor with ADSP-2181 handling channel equalization and burst demodulation. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: DSM2180F3V-15K6 stores protocol stack overlays in Flash, implements UART baud rate generation in CPLD, and routes interrupt flags via Port D. Use Value: BDMA mode loads new protocol modules in <50 ms; DMS mode writes calibration coefficients byte-by-byte without DMA setup overhead. |
Equivalent & Alternatives
The following parts are listed as comparable options for similar DSP system memory applications.
| Alternative Part | Technical Difference | Application Difference | Selection Advice |
|---|---|---|---|
| DSM2180F3-90 | Same Flash size, PLD, and pinout; rated for 90 ns access at 5 V but lacks 'V-15K6' speed grade suffix and documented 75 µA standby spec. | Valid for non-battery applications where ultra-low standby is not required; no security bit documentation confirmed in public datasheet. | Select only if JTAG ISP and Flash sectoring are primary needs, and power budget allows >100 µA standby. |
| ISPLSI2032-60LQ | 32-macrocell CPLD (no integrated Flash); requires external memory and separate ISP circuitry; 60 ns propagation but no memory decode logic. | Suitable for logic-only augmentation where Flash memory is already present on board; adds design complexity and board area. | Choose when existing system has dedicated Flash and only PLD logic expansion is needed - not a drop-in DSM replacement. |
Compared with DSM2180F3V-15K6, DSM2180F3-90 offers identical functionality but less verified low-power behavior, while ISPLSI2032-60LQ provides greater PLD density at the cost of losing integrated Flash, memory mapping logic, and seamless DSP interface - making DSM2180F3V-15K6 uniquely suited for minimal two-chip ADSP-218X system integration.
Availability
DSM2180F3V-15K6 is available at Aetrix Electronics and suitable for portable audio DSP systems, industrial motor control boards, medical ultrasound front-ends, and communications baseband processors requiring stable component supply, long-lifecycle support, and field-upgradable firmware capability.
Supply support for DSM2180F3V-15K6 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
Lattice Semiconductor is a fabless provider of low-power programmable logic devices, specializing in ISP-capable CPLDs, FPGAs, and mixed-signal ASSPs for embedded control and interface applications.
The DSM product line was developed specifically to simplify ADSP-218X-based system design by integrating Flash memory, PLD logic, and I/O in a single package - targeting space-constrained, low-power, and field-serviceable DSP applications.
FAQ
Is DSM2180F3V-15K6 pin-compatible with other DSM2180 variants?
Yes - all DSM2180 devices (including DSM2180F3-90 and DSM2180F3V-15K6) share identical 52-pin PLCC pinouts and functional signal mapping per Lattice datasheet Figure 2 and Table: Assignments – PLCC52. Differences are limited to speed grade, standby current validation, and security bit implementation - not pin function or placement.
Can the CPLD logic be reconfigured independently of Flash memory?
Yes - JTAG ISP allows separate programming of Flash memory, CPLD configuration bitstream, and security bit. The PSDsoft Express™ tool supports partial reconfiguration: CPLD logic can be updated without erasing Flash contents or altering I/O port settings stored in runtime registers.
What is the minimum erase cycle endurance for each 16 KB Flash sector?
Each 16 KB sector supports ≥100,000 erase cycles with 15-year data retention at 25°C, as specified in Lattice DSM2180F3 datasheet Section "Flash Memory" (page 7) and Table: Flash Memory Program, Write and Erase Times (page 55).
Does the security bit prevent the DSP from reading Flash contents?
No - the security bit blocks external programmers (JTAG or parallel) from reading Flash or PLD configuration, but the ADSP-218X DSP retains full read access to Flash memory via its 8-bit data port (AD0–AD7) and BDMA/DMS strobes at all times, even when security is enabled.
DSM2180F3V-15K6 Specifications
- Product attributes
- Attribute value
- Manufacturer:
- STMicroelectronics
- Series:
- -
- Package/Case:
- 52-LCC (J-Lead)
- Packaging:
- Tube
- Product Status:
- Obsolete
- Programmable:
- Not Verified
- Memory Type:
- Non-Volatile
- Memory Format:
- FLASH
- Technology:
- FLASH
- Memory Size:
- 1Mbit
- Memory Organization:
- 128K x 8
- Memory Interface:
- Parallel
- Clock Frequency:
- -
- Write Cycle Time - Word, Page:
- -
- Access Time:
- 150 ns
- Voltage - Supply:
- 3V ~ 3.6V
- Operating Temperature:
- -40°C ~ 85°C (TA)
- Grade:
- -
- Qualification:
- -
- Mounting Type:
- Surface Mount
- Supplier Device Package:
- 52-PLCC (19.1x19.1)
DSM2180F3V-15K6 FAQ
1.How can I place an order for DSM2180F3V-15K6 through Aetrix?
Please submit a Request for Quotation (RFQ) for DSM2180F3V-15K6 on Aetrix. Our sales agent will provide a competitive quotation and guide you through the order confirmation once you accept the terms.
2.Are the price and stock information for DSM2180F3V-15K6 reliable?
The price and inventory of DSM2180F3V-15K6 are updated periodically and may fluctuate due to market conditions. Stock and pricing data are typically refreshed every 24 hours. Quotation validity for DSM2180F3V-15K6 is usually 5 days.
3.What payment methods are accepted for DSM2180F3V-15K6?
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5.How can I obtain technical support or documentation for DSM2180F3V-15K6?
For technical support, including DSM2180F3V-15K6 datasheets, pinout diagrams, or application guidance, please contact our engineering support team. They can provide detailed documentation and assistance for your DSM2180F3V-15K6 requirements.
6.How does Aetrix verify that DSM2180F3V-15K6 is sourced from the original manufacturer or authorized distributors?
All DSM2180F3V-15K6 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 DSM2180F3V-15K6 meets industry standards.
7.What is the process for return or replacement of DSM2180F3V-15K6?
All DSM2180F3V-15K6 units undergo pre-shipment inspection (PSI). If there is an issue with DSM2180F3V-15K6, 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 DSM2180F3V-15K6 part is unused and in its original packaging.
Return procedure for DSM2180F3V-15K6:
1.Submit a request within 90 days.
2.Obtain a Return Material Authorization (RMA) from Aetrix.
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