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Texas Instruments TMS320C6204ZHKA200
- Part No.:
- TMS320C6204ZHKA200
- Manufacturer:
- Texas Instruments
- Category:
- DSP (Digital Signal Processors)
- Package:
- 288-LFBGA
- Datasheet:
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TMS320C6204ZHKA200.pdf
- Description:
- IC FIXED-POINT DSP 288-BGA
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Product details
Overview
TMS320C6204ZHKA200 from Texas Instruments is a fixed-point digital signal processor (DSP) built on the VelociTI™ VLIW architecture, delivering 1600 MIPS at 200 MHz with 5-ns instruction cycle time. It integrates 1M-bit on-chip SRAM (512K-bit program/cache + 512K-bit dual-access data), 32-bit EMIF for SDRAM/SBSRAM, two McBSPs, four-channel DMA, and a flexible PLL clock generator - deployed in multichannel telecom infrastructure and real-time audio processing systems.
For engineers reviewing the TMS320C6204ZHKA200 datasheet, TMS320C6204ZHKA200 pinout, TMS320C6204ZHKA200 application, or TMS320C6204ZHKA200 equivalent, key selection criteria include its 288-pin GHK BGA package, 1.5-V core / 3.3-V I/O supply, VelociTI™ eight-functional-unit execution engine, and compatibility with TI's C6000™ development toolchain including C compiler and assembly optimizer.
Technical Context
The TMS320C6204ZHKA200 implements a dual-path VelociTI™ CPU with two register files (A/B, 32 × 32-bit), eight functional units (.L1/.S1/.M1/.D1 and .D2/.M2/.S2/.L2), and load-store architecture enabling up to eight 32-bit instructions per cycle. Its instruction set supports conditional execution, saturation, bit-field manipulation, and 8-/16-/32-bit byte-addressable data access.
Memory subsystem includes two independent 32K-byte data RAM blocks for concurrent access, a 64K-byte configurable program memory block (cache/mapped), and full 52M-byte external address space via EMIF. Peripheral integration features two McBSPs supporting AC97 and SPI modes, two 32-bit timers, IEEE-1149.1 JTAG boundary-scan, and 32-bit expansion bus (XB) with master/slave host-port capability.
Key Specifications
| Parameter | Value and Actual Design Meaning |
|---|---|
| Clock Rate | 200 MHz - enables deterministic real-time signal processing at 1600 MIPS throughput. |
| Core Voltage | 1.5 V - defines low-power operation domain; requires dedicated 1.5-V regulator with tight tolerance. |
| I/O Voltage | 3.3 V - compatible with standard LVTTL/CMOS peripheral interfaces without level-shifting. |
| On-Chip Memory | 1 M-bit total SRAM: 512K-bit program/cache + 512K-bit dual-access data RAM - eliminates external program memory in many embedded DSP designs. |
| External Interface | 32-bit EMIF - supports glueless connection to SDRAM, SBSRAM, SRAM, and EPROM with 52M-byte address space. |
| Serial Peripherals | Two McBSPs - each supports up to 256 channels, AC97, ST-Bus, T1/E1 framing, and SPI-compatible mode. |
| DMA Channels | Four-channel controller with auxiliary channel - offloads data movement from CPU, enabling parallel computation and memory transfer. |
Pinout & Package
Package: 288-pin MicroStar BGA™ (GHK), 16 mm × 16 mm, 0.8-mm ball pitch, RoHS-compliant.
| Pin/Terminal | Circuit Role | Design Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| CLKIN | Input Clock Reference | Accepts external oscillator or crystal input; feeds PLL for internal clock generation at 200 MHz. |
| RST | Asynchronous Reset Input | Active-low signal that initializes CPU, peripherals, and memory controllers; synchronous release required for stable boot. |
| BOOTMODE[4:0] | Boot Configuration Inputs | Five pins sampled at reset to select memory map (MAP 0/MAP 1), EMIF CE mapping, and boot source (EMIF/XB). |
| XD[31:0] | Expansion Bus Data | 32-bit bidirectional data bus for host-port or FIFO interface; supports master/slave operation with programmable timing. |
| XA[31:0] | Expansion Bus Address | 32-bit address bus used with XD[31:0]; enables 4G-byte addressing for XBus peripherals and memory-mapped devices. |
| CLKOUT | Output Clock Signal | Provides buffered copy of internal CPU clock or PLL output for system synchronization or test probing. |
| VDD_CORE | Core Power Supply | 1.5-V supply for CPU, DSP core, and internal logic; requires low-noise decoupling near package corners. |
| VDD_IO | I/O Power Supply | 3.3-V supply for all digital I/O banks; separate from VDD_CORE to support mixed-voltage interfacing. |
Key Features
| Feature | Design Value |
|---|---|
| VelociTI™ VLIW Architecture | Eight independent functional units (six ALUs + two 16-bit multipliers) enable true parallel execution of up to eight instructions per cycle - critical for high-throughput FIR/IIR filtering and FFT kernels. |
| Dual-Access On-Chip Data RAM | Two 32K-byte blocks allow simultaneous read/write access by different functional units - eliminates memory bottlenecks in pipelined algorithms like convolution and matrix operations. |
| Glueless EMIF | Direct interface to SDRAM, SBSRAM, SRAM, and EPROM without external logic - reduces BOM count and PCB complexity in cost-sensitive DSP systems. |
| AC97-Compatible McBSPs | Each McBSP supports AC97 v2.1 frame format and sample-rate generation - enables direct connection to audio codecs in voice-over-IP and conferencing terminals. |
| IEEE-1149.1 JTAG Support | Full boundary-scan compliance enables in-circuit emulation, real-time debugging, and production test coverage without intrusive probes. |
Applications
| Telecom Baseband Processing | Voice over IP Gateway |
|---|---|
|
Use Scenario: Real-time channel bonding, echo cancellation, and G.729/G.723.1 codec execution across 32+ concurrent VoIP sessions. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Primary fixed-point DSP executing multichannel signal processing pipelines with deterministic 5-ns instruction latency. Use Value: 1600 MIPS throughput and dual-access data RAM sustain >32 simultaneous G.729 encodes/decodes with sub-10ms end-to-end delay. |
Use Scenario: SIP-based media gateway aggregating analog FXS/FXO lines and T1/E1 trunks into IP networks. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Central signal processor handling TDM-to-packet conversion, jitter buffering, and packetization using McBSPs and EMIF-connected SDRAM. Use Value: Two AC97-compatible McBSPs and glueless SDRAM interface eliminate external FIFOs and glue logic, reducing gate count by ≥45% vs. discrete solutions. |
| Industrial Motor Control | Medical Ultrasound Beamforming |
|
Use Scenario: Closed-loop field-oriented control (FOC) for three-phase PMSM drives with real-time current loop update at 20 kHz. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Real-time DSP executing PWM modulation, Clarke/Park transforms, and PID loops within strict 50-μs control cycle budget. Use Value: Eight functional units execute parallel math operations (e.g., two MACs/cycle) to meet 20-kHz loop timing without interrupt latency penalties. |
Use Scenario: Digital beamformer in portable ultrasound systems performing dynamic receive focusing and harmonic imaging on 128-channel transducer arrays. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: High-throughput fixed-point accelerator for time-aligned delay-and-sum operations across multiple channels with precise sample synchronization. Use Value: 512K-bit dual-access data RAM enables concurrent storage of 128-channel RF samples while running real-time envelope detection and log compression. |
Equivalent & Alternatives
The following parts are listed as comparable options for similar fixed-point DSP applications.
| Alternative Part | Technical Difference | Application Difference | Selection Advice |
|---|---|---|---|
| TMS320C6203GLS250 | 384-pin GLS BGA, 250 MHz, 2000 MIPS, 384K-byte internal RAM (256K program + 128K data), 1.5-V core. | Higher performance and larger memory; requires different PCB layout and power delivery due to larger package and increased current draw. | Select when >1600 MIPS or >64K-byte data RAM is required; not pin-compatible with TMS320C6204ZHKA200's GHK package. |
| TMS320C6202GLS200 | 384-pin GLS BGA, 200 MHz, 1600 MIPS, 384K-byte internal RAM (256K program + 128K data), 1.8-V core. | Same clock rate but higher core voltage and larger memory; incompatible power supply scheme and footprint. | Choose only if legacy 1.8-V design infrastructure exists; not drop-in replaceable due to voltage and package mismatch. |
Compared with TMS320C6204ZHKA200, the C6203GLS250 offers higher throughput and memory but demands redesign of power and layout, while the C6202GLS200 shares clock speed but introduces 1.8-V core constraints and non-interchangeable packaging - making TMS320C6204ZHKA200 optimal for compact, 1.5-V, cost-sensitive multichannel DSP deployments.
Availability
TMS320C6204ZHKA200 is available at Aetrix Electronics and suitable for telecom infrastructure, industrial motor control, medical ultrasound, and VoIP gateway designs requiring stable component supply and long-term industrial lifecycle support.
Supply support for TMS320C6204ZHKA200 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 digital signal processing technologies, with decades of DSP innovation and manufacturing scale.
The TMS320C6204ZHKA200 belongs to the C6000™ fixed-point DSP platform, designed specifically for high-performance, real-time signal processing in multichannel communications, industrial automation, and medical imaging systems.
FAQ
What is the core supply voltage requirement for the TMS320C6204ZHKA200?
The TMS320C6204ZHKA200 requires a nominal 1.5-V core supply (VDD_CORE) with ±3% tolerance. This low-voltage rail powers the VelociTI™ CPU core, functional units, and internal logic. Stable regulation and localized decoupling are mandatory to prevent timing violations or reset events during high-MIPS operation. The TMS320C6204ZHKA200 does not support 1.8-V or 1.2-V core operation.
Does the TMS320C6204ZHKA200 support booting from external SDRAM?
Yes, the TMS320C6204ZHKA200 supports booting from external SDRAM via its 32-bit EMIF when configured in MAP 0 mode. Boot configuration pins BOOTMODE[4:0] must be set to select CE0 space as the initial code fetch location. SDRAM initialization sequence must be implemented in hardware or via ROM-based bootloader before CPU execution begins.
How many McBSPs does the TMS320C6204ZHKA200 integrate, and what protocols do they support?
The TMS320C6204ZHKA200 integrates two multichannel buffered serial ports (McBSP0 and McBSP1). Each supports T1/E1 framing, MVIP, SCSA, AC97 v2.1, SPI-compatible mode, and ST-Bus switching. They operate independently with up to 256 channels per port and include dedicated sample-rate generators for asynchronous audio clocking.
Is the TMS320C6204ZHKA200 pin-compatible with other C62x devices?
No, the TMS320C6204ZHKA200 uses the 288-pin GHK BGA package, which is not pin-compatible with the 340-pin GLW or 384-pin GLS packages used by C6202/C6203 variants. While functional registers and instruction sets are compatible across the C62x family, PCB layout, power delivery, and signal routing must be redesigned for the GHK footprint.
What development tools are supported for the TMS320C6204ZHKA200?
Texas Instruments provides full toolchain support for the TMS320C6204ZHKA200, including Code Composer Studio™ IDE, C6000 C/C++ compiler with DSP-specific optimizations, assembly optimizer for VLIW scheduling, and XDS510-class JTAG emulators. TI's C6000 Peripherals Reference Guide (SPRU190) and application reports like SPRA603 cover migration and peripheral configuration.
TMS320C6204ZHKA200 Specifications
- Product attributes
- Attribute value
- Manufacturer:
- Texas Instruments
- Series:
- TMS320C62x
- Package/Case:
- 288-LFBGA
- Packaging:
- Tray
- Product Status:
- Obsolete
- Type:
- Fixed Point
- Interface:
- McBSP
- Clock Rate:
- 200MHz
- Non-Volatile Memory:
- External
- On-Chip RAM:
- 128kB
- Voltage - I/O:
- 3.30V
- Voltage - Core:
- 1.50V
- Operating Temperature:
- -40°C ~ 105°C (TC)
- Grade:
- -
- Qualification:
- -
- Mounting Type:
- Surface Mount
- Supplier Device Package:
- 288-NFBGA (16x16)
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1.Quantity discrepancies, incorrect items, or visible external defects (such as breakage or corrosion), acknowledged by Aetrix.
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