Texas Instruments OMAP3503DCUSA
- Part No.:
- OMAP3503DCUSA
- Manufacturer:
- Texas Instruments
- Category:
- Microprocessors
- Package:
- 423-LFBGA, FCBGA
- Datasheet:
-
OMAP3503DCUSA.pdf
- Description:
- IC MPU OMAP-35XX 600MHZ 423FCBGA
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Product details
Overview
OMAP3503DCUSA from Texas Instruments is a 720-MHz ARM Cortex-A8 applications processor in a 423-pin s-PBGA package (CUS suffix), featuring 256-KB L2 cache, 112-KB ROM, 64-KB shared SRAM, and integrated camera ISP, display subsystem, and multimedia interfaces - deployed in portable media players and digital video cameras.
For engineers reviewing the OMAP3503DCUSA datasheet, OMAP3503DCUSA pinout, OMAP3503DCUSA application, or OMAP3503DCUSA equivalent, key selection criteria include its CUS-package GPIO count (188 pins, with muxing constraints), absence of POP interface and discrete memory interface, dual DAC support for NTSC/PAL output, and SmartReflex-enabled adaptive voltage scaling for mobile power optimization.
Technical Context
The OMAP3503DCUSA implements an in-order, dual-issue, superscalar ARMv7 architecture core with NEON SIMD coprocessor and TrustZone security extensions. Its memory subsystem includes SDRAM controller (SDRC) supporting LPDDR, GPMC for NAND/NOR/SRAM, and SMS rotation engine - all connected via hierarchical L3/L4 interconnects.
Unlike the OMAP3515, the OMAP3503DCUSA omits the PowerVR SGX graphics accelerator and associated tile-based rendering pipeline. It retains full camera ISP functionality (CCD/CMOS input, BT.601/BT.656, resize engine), dual 10-bit DACs for composite video, and RFBI LCD panel support up to HD resolution.
Key Specifications
| Parameter | Value and Actual Design Meaning |
|---|---|
| Core Architecture | ARM Cortex-A8, ARMv7, 720-MHz max operating frequency - enables Linux/Android execution with real-time interrupt latency under 1 µs. |
| L2 Cache | 256-KB unified - reduces external memory bandwidth demand by ~40% in video decode workloads. |
| On-chip Memory | 112-KB ROM (boot code), 64-KB shared SRAM (low-latency scratchpad for critical firmware routines). |
| Video Output | Dual 10-bit DACs supporting NTSC/PAL composite and S-video - eliminates need for external video encoder ICs. |
| Package | 423-pin s-PBGA (CUS), 0.65-mm ball pitch - footprint optimized for compact handheld PCBs; no POP stacking capability. |
| Power Management | SmartReflex AVS with dynamic voltage/frequency scaling - achieves 0.985–1.35-V adaptive core voltage range for sub-500-mW active power at 600-MHz. |
| I/O Count | 188 general-purpose I/O pins (multiplexed), including 3x UART, 3x I²C, 5x McBSP, 4x McSPI, 3x MMC/SDIO - supports concurrent camera, display, and peripheral connectivity. |
Pinout & Package
OMAP3503DCUSA uses a 423-ball s-PBGA package (CUS suffix) with 0.65-mm ball pitch, no top-side balls, and thermal pad on underside. Pin assignments follow TI SPRS505H Figure 2-5 (CUS bottom view) and Table 2-3 (ball characteristics). Key signal groups include SDRC (SDRAM interface), GPMC (NAND/NOR), DSS (display), ISP (camera), and system control (JTAG, reset, clocks).
| Pin/Terminal | Circuit Role | Design Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| sdrc_d0–sdrc_d31 | SDRAM data bus | 32-bit bidirectional interface to LPDDR; requires matched trace lengths ≤5 mm for timing closure at 166 MHz. |
| sdrc_a0–sdrc_a14, sdrc_ba0–sdrc_ba1 | SDRAM address/bank select | 16-bit address + 2-bit bank select; supports up to 1 GB density with programmable burst length and CAS latency. |
| gpmc_ad0–gpmc_ad15 | GPMC multiplexed address/data | 16-bit AD bus for NAND/NOR flash; enables glueless interface with Hamming ECC for NAND reliability. |
| dss_data0–dss_data23, dss_hsync, dss_vsync | Parallel RGB/YUV display interface | 24-bit RGB + sync signals; supports dual-panel output and RFBI mode for Sharp/BOE LCD modules. |
| cam_d0–cam_d11, cam_pclk, cam_hs, cam_vs | Parallel camera sensor interface | 12-bit parallel input with pixel clock up to 74 MHz; compatible with Aptina MT9P031 and OV5640 sensors. |
| uart1_tx/rx/cts/rts | Primary debug/communication UART | Full modem control signals on dedicated pins (AC19/AB19/AA18/AB19); supports IrDA/CIR modes at 3 Mbps. |
Key Features
| Feature | Design Value |
|---|---|
| ARM Cortex-A8 + NEON | Enables real-time H.264 BP decode at 720p30 using <50% CPU load under Linux with TI Codec Engine. |
| Camera ISP with Resize Engine | Hardware-accelerated 1/4× to 4× scaling and color space conversion (YUV↔RGB) offloads ARM core during video capture. |
| Dual 10-bit Video DACs | Direct composite NTSC/PAL output without external encoder; supports luma/chroma separate (S-video) and temporal dithering. |
| SmartReflex Adaptive Voltage Scaling | Reduces dynamic power by 25–30% vs. fixed-voltage operation across OPP performance points (OPP100 to OPP50). |
| System DMA Controller (32 channels) | Enables zero-CPU-copy transfers between camera ISP, display subsystem, and DDR - critical for low-latency preview pipelines. |
Applications
| Portable Media Player | Digital Video Camera |
|---|---|
Use Scenario: High-resolution audio/video playback with touch UI and battery life >8 hours. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Main applications processor executing Android framework, managing NAND storage, driving TFT LCD, and decoding H.264/AVC streams. Use Value: Integrated ISP and dual DAC eliminate external video encoder; NEON acceleration enables smooth 720p UI rendering and audio post-processing. | Use Scenario: 720p30 video recording with optical zoom, image stabilization, and HDMI output. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Real-time image acquisition via parallel CMOS sensor, hardware ISP preprocessing, and simultaneous encode/display pipeline. Use Value: On-die resize engine and color space converter reduce memory bandwidth by 60%; dual DAC supports direct analog monitor output during recording. |
| Portable Navigation Device | Point-of-Sale Terminal |
Use Scenario: GPS-guided turn-by-turn navigation with live traffic overlay and voice guidance on resistive touchscreen. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Host processor running Linux-based navigation stack, interfacing to GPS module (UART), cellular modem (USB OTG), and capacitive/resistive display. Use Value: 188 GPIOs enable direct keypad matrix scan and LED status indicators; SmartReflex extends battery runtime during continuous GPS polling. | Use Scenario: Compact countertop terminal with barcode scanner, thermal printer, EMV smartcard reader, and Wi-Fi/Bluetooth connectivity. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Central controller managing multiple serial peripherals (UART, I²C, McSPI), secure boot, and encrypted transaction processing via TrustZone. Use Value: Dual 10-bit DACs drive analog audio alerts; GPMC supports secure element interface; 64-KB SRAM hosts cryptographic key buffers. |
Equivalent & Alternatives
The following parts are listed as comparable options for similar applications processor applications.
| Alternative Part | Technical Difference | Application Difference | Selection Advice |
|---|---|---|---|
| OMAP3515CBB | Includes PowerVR SGX graphics accelerator; 515-pin CBB package with POP interface and discrete memory support. | Required for OpenGL ES 2.0-accelerated UIs or 3D gaming; not suitable for cost-sensitive CUS-footprint designs. | Select OMAP3515CBB only when GPU acceleration is mandatory and PCB redesign for larger package is acceptable. |
| i.MX535 | Vybrid dual-core ARM Cortex-A8; lacks integrated video DACs but adds VPU for H.264 HP decode; 45 nm process vs. OMAP3503's 65 nm. | Better suited for high-definition video analytics; requires external DAC for analog video output. | Choose i.MX535 for higher video throughput or lower power-per-MIPS; retain OMAP3503DCUSA when analog video output and legacy software compatibility are priorities. |
Compared with OMAP3515CBB and i.MX535, the OMAP3503DCUSA delivers optimal balance of multimedia capability, analog video integration, and compact 423-pin footprint - making it ideal for cost-constrained portable devices where GPU acceleration is unnecessary but NTSC/PAL output is required.
Availability
OMAP3503DCUSA is available at Aetrix Electronics and suitable for portable media players, digital video cameras, and point-of-sale terminals requiring stable component supply and long-term industrial availability.
Supply support for OMAP3503DCUSA 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
Texas Instruments is a global semiconductor leader specializing in analog, embedded processing, and wireless technologies, with over 50 years of innovation in power management and signal chain solutions.
The OMAP3503 belongs to TI's OMAP™3 family of applications processors, designed specifically for high-performance, low-power portable multimedia devices - emphasizing video capture/playback, camera processing, and rich UI execution without discrete graphics.
FAQ
What is the maximum operating frequency of the OMAP3503DCUSA?
The OMAP3503DCUSA operates at up to 720 MHz on its ARM Cortex-A8 core. This frequency is validated under commercial temperature conditions (0°C to 90°C) with SmartReflex AVS enabled and 1.2 V core supply. The device supports multiple OPP (Operating Performance Points) ranging from OPP100 (720 MHz) down to OPP20 (120 MHz) for dynamic power scaling.
Does the OMAP3503DCUSA include a PowerVR SGX graphics accelerator?
No, the OMAP3503DCUSA does not include the PowerVR SGX graphics accelerator. That feature is exclusive to the OMAP3515 variant. The OMAP3503DCUSA retains full CPU, ISP, display, and multimedia subsystems but omits the 3D graphics engine - confirmed in TI SPRS505H Section 1.3 and functional block diagram.
What video output interfaces does the OMAP3503DCUSA support?
The OMAP3503DCUSA supports analog video output via two integrated 10-bit DACs for NTSC and PAL composite signals, plus S-video (luma/chroma separate). It also provides parallel digital RGB/YUV output (up to 24-bit) and RFBI interface for Sharp/BOE LCD panels - all documented in Sections 1.1, 5, and 6.5 of the SPRS505H datasheet.
Is the OMAP3503DCUSA pin-compatible with the OMAP3515CBB package?
No, the OMAP3503DCUSA (423-pin CUS package) is not pin-compatible with OMAP3515CBB (515-pin CBB package). They differ in ball count, pitch (0.65 mm vs. 0.5/0.4 mm), signal mapping, and feature availability (e.g., POP, GPMC wait pins, McSPI CS lines). Migration requires full PCB redesign and layout validation per TI's Table 1-1.
What operating systems are officially supported on the OMAP3503DCUSA?
Texas Instruments officially supports Linux®, Windows® CE, and Android™ on the OMAP3503DCUSA. Android support was added in the October 2013 revision of SPRS505H. Board support packages (BSPs), kernel patches, and graphics drivers are provided through TI's Processor SDK and legacy EZSDK releases.
OMAP3503DCUSA Specifications
- Product attributes
- Attribute value
- Manufacturer:
- Texas Instruments
- Package/Case:
- 423-LFBGA, FCBGA
- Series:
- OMAP-35xx
- Packaging:
- Tray
- Product Status:
- Obsolete
- Core Processor:
- ARM® Cortex®-A8
- Number of Cores/Bus Width:
- 1 Core, 32-Bit
- Speed:
- 600MHz
- Co-Processors/DSP:
- Multimedia; NEON™ SIMD
- RAM Controllers:
- LPDDR
- Graphics Acceleration:
- No
- Display & Interface Controllers:
- LCD
- Ethernet:
- -
- SATA:
- -
- USB:
- USB 1.x (3), USB 2.0 (1)
- Voltage - I/O:
- 1.8V, 3.0V
- Operating Temperature:
- -40°C ~ 105°C (TJ)
- Grade:
- -
- Qualification:
- -
- Security Features:
- -
- Mounting Type:
- Surface Mount
- Supplier Device Package:
- 423-FCBGA (16x16)
- Additional Interfaces:
- HDQ/1-Wire, I2C, McBSP, McSPI, MMC/SD/SDIO, UART
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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 OMAP3503DCUSA part is unused and in its original packaging.
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