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Texas Instruments TMS320DM8168SCYG2
- Part No.:
- TMS320DM8168SCYG2
- Manufacturer:
- Texas Instruments
- Category:
- DSP (Digital Signal Processors)
- Package:
- 1031-BFBGA, FCBGA
- Datasheet:
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TMS320DM8168SCYG2.pdf
- Description:
- IC DGTL MEDIA PROCESSR 1031FCBGA
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Product details
Overview
TMS320DM8168SCYG2 from Texas Instruments is a high-integration DaVinci digital media processor combining an ARM Cortex-A8 CPU (up to 1.2 GHz), C674x floating-point DSP (up to 1 GHz), three HDVICP2 video coprocessors, SGX530 3D graphics engine, and dual DDR2/DDR3 interfaces. It delivers up to 8000 MIPS and 6000 MFLOPS for real-time 1080p60 H.264 encode/decode in video security and digital signage systems.
For engineers reviewing the TMS320DM8168SCYG2 datasheet, TMS320DM8168SCYG2 pinout, TMS320DM8168SCYG2 application, or TMS320DM8168SCYG2 equivalent, key selection criteria include ARM+DSP dual-core architecture, HDVPSS dual-capture/dual-display capability, PCIe 2.0 x2 lane support, SATA 3.0 Gbps controller, and 1031-pin FCBGA package with Via Channel technology.
Technical Context
The TMS320DM8168SCYG2 implements a heterogeneous multi-processor architecture where the ARM Cortex-A8 handles OS execution and system control while the C674x DSP executes computationally intensive video/audio algorithms. The Media Controller orchestrates data flow between HDVPSS, HDVICP2 engines, and memory subsystems via System MMU address translation.
Its HDVPSS supports two independent 165-MHz HD video capture channels (each splittable into dual 8-bit SD channels) and two 165-MHz HD display channels with HDMI 1.3 transmitter, enabling simultaneous HD analog output and digital HDMI output. The three HDVICP2 coprocessors operate in parallel for multi-stream encode/decode/transcode with hardware-accelerated H.264, MPEG-2, VC-1, and MPEG-4 SP/ASP.
Key Specifications
| Parameter | Value and Actual Design Meaning |
|---|---|
| CPU Core | ARM Cortex-A8 (up to 1.2 GHz) + C674x VLIW DSP (up to 1 GHz) |
| Video Acceleration | Three HDVICP2 engines supporting concurrent 1080p60 H.264 encode/decode |
| Graphics Engine | SGX530 3D GPU delivering up to 30 MTriangles/s with OpenGL ES 2.0 support |
| Memory Interface | Dual 32-bit DDR2-800 / DDR3-1600 interfaces supporting up to 2GB total address space |
| Video I/O | HDVPSS with two 165-MHz HD capture and two 165-MHz HD display channels plus HDMI 1.3 transmitter |
| Connectivity | PCIe 2.0 x2 lanes, dual Gigabit Ethernet MACs (MII/GMII), two USB 2.0 ports with PHYs, two SATA 3.0 Gbps controllers |
| Process Technology | 40-nm CMOS with SmartReflex Level 2 dynamic voltage/frequency scaling |
Pinout & Package
The TMS320DM8168SCYG2 is housed in a 1031-pin FCBGA package (25.0 mm × 25.0 mm) using Via Channel technology for 0.8-mm PCB feature size compatibility on 0.65-mm pitch.
| Pin/Terminal | Circuit Role | Design Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| DEV_CLKIN | Reference Clock Input | 1.8-V input for device clock generation; required for PLL initialization and system timing stability |
| DDR2/DDR3_A[0:15] | Address Bus | 16-bit multiplexed address lines shared across both DDR interfaces; enables 2GB addressing per interface |
| DDR2/DDR3_DQ[0:31] | Data Bus | 32-bit bidirectional data lines per DDR interface; supports DDR2-800 and DDR3-1600 transfer rates |
| HDMI_TX_CLK | HDMI Pixel Clock Output | 165-MHz differential clock driving HDMI 1.3 transmitter; critical for 1080p60 video timing compliance |
| HDVPSS_HDCAP0[0:15] | HD Capture Data Bus | 16-bit parallel interface for first HD video capture channel; supports YUV422 or RGB444 pixel formats |
| PCIe_REFCLK_P/N | PCIe Reference Clock | 100-MHz differential reference clock input for PCIe 2.0 PHY; required for Gen2 link training and synchronization |
Key Features
| Feature | Design Value |
|---|---|
| System MMU | Maps C674x DSP and EMDA TCB memory accesses to system addresses, enabling secure virtualized memory management across ARM/DSP domains |
| OCMC RAM | 512KB on-chip RAM accessible by both ARM and DSP without external memory latency, accelerating real-time buffer handling |
| HDVICP2 Parallelism | Three independent coprocessors allow simultaneous 1080p60 encode + decode + transcode operations, eliminating software-based pipeline bottlenecks |
| HDVPSS Dual Capture | Two 165-MHz HD capture channels each configurable as single 16-bit/24-bit or dual 8-bit SD streams, enabling multi-camera surveillance inputs |
| Via Channel BGA | Enables routing on only two signal layers with 0.8-mm PCB features despite 0.65-mm package pitch, reducing board layer count and cost |
Applications
| Video Security Systems | Media Server Appliances |
|---|---|
Use Scenario: Multi-camera IP video surveillance with real-time analytics and cloud upload. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: TMS320DM8168SCYG2 serves as the central media processing unit, performing simultaneous H.264 encoding of four 1080p30 streams while running motion detection algorithms on the DSP. Use Value: Three HDVICP2 engines enable concurrent encode operations without CPU intervention, maintaining deterministic latency under full load. | Use Scenario: Rack-mounted video transcoding server converting broadcast feeds to adaptive bitrate streaming formats. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: TMS320DM8168SCYG2 acts as the programmable media accelerator, executing multi-pass transcode pipelines across ARM, DSP, and HDVICP2 resources. Use Value: Dual DDR3-1600 interfaces provide 12.8 GB/s memory bandwidth required for 4K-to-1080p downscale and format conversion. |
| Digital Signage Players | Video Conferencing Endpoints |
Use Scenario: 4K-resolution digital signage player rendering interactive GUIs with live video overlays. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: TMS320DM8168SCYG2 integrates ARM-driven UI rendering (via SGX530 GPU), HD video playback (HDVICP2 decode), and HDMI output (HDVPSS) in a single SoC. Use Value: SGX530 GPU supports OpenGL ES 2.0 shaders for smooth 60-fps UI animations while offloading video decode to dedicated hardware. | Use Scenario: All-in-one video conferencing system capturing local camera feed, decoding remote stream, and mixing audio/video for local display. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: TMS320DM8168SCYG2 functions as the unified media hub, synchronizing HD capture (HDVPSS), decode (HDVICP2), audio processing (McASP), and display (HDMI) with sub-frame latency. Use Value: System MMU enables safe memory sharing between ARM Linux OS and real-time DSP tasks, preventing priority inversion during call setup. |
Equivalent & Alternatives
The following parts are listed as comparable options for similar digital media processor applications.
| Alternative Part | Technical Difference | Application Difference | Selection Advice |
|---|---|---|---|
| TMS320DM8167CYG | Same ARM/DSP cores and HDVICP2 count (3), but lacks SGX530 GPU and has no HDMI transmitter | Suitable for headless video encode/decode applications without GUI or HDMI output requirements | Select when 3D graphics or HDMI output are unnecessary and cost reduction is prioritized |
| TMS320DM8148CZCE | Single HDVICP2 engine, no SGX530 GPU, lower max ARM frequency (1.0 GHz), and smaller 684-pin BGA package | Targeted at entry-level HD video applications requiring only single-stream 1080p30 processing | Choose for simplified thermal design and reduced PCB complexity where triple-HDVICP2 parallelism is not needed |
Compared with TMS320DM8167CYG and TMS320DM8148CZCE, the TMS320DM8168SCYG2 uniquely combines triple HDVICP2 acceleration, SGX530 3D graphics, and HDMI 1.3 output in a single 1031-pin FCBGA package-enabling full-featured, high-channel-count video infrastructure without external co-processors.
Availability
TMS320DM8168SCYG2 is available at Aetrix Electronics and suitable for video security systems, digital signage players, media server appliances, and video conferencing endpoints requiring stable component supply across extended product lifecycles.
Supply support for TMS320DM8168SCYG2 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 company headquartered in Dallas, Texas, specializing in analog and embedded processing technologies with over 90 years of innovation history.
The TMS320DM8168SCYG2 belongs to TI's DaVinci digital media processor family, designed specifically for high-performance, low-power video infrastructure applications requiring integrated ARM+DSP+GPU+video acceleration in a single chip.
FAQ
What is the maximum operating frequency of the ARM Cortex-A8 core in the TMS320DM8168SCYG2?
The TMS320DM8168SCYG2 supports an ARM Cortex-A8 core frequency of up to 1.20 GHz, as confirmed in the SPRS614F datasheet revision March 2015. This speed rating applies specifically to the CYG/CYG2 package variants and requires proper thermal management and AVS-enabled power delivery. The TMS320DM8168SCYG2 achieves this performance using SmartReflex Level 2 technology for dynamic voltage and frequency scaling.
Does the TMS320DM8168SCYG2 include an integrated HDMI transmitter?
Yes, the TMS320DM8168SCYG2 includes an integrated HDMI 1.3 transmitter with PHY supporting up to 165-MHz pixel clock, enabling native 1080p60 digital video output. This feature is explicitly documented in Section 1.1 Features and Figure 1-1 of the SPRS614F datasheet. The HDMI transmitter is part of the HDVPSS subsystem and is exclusive to the DM8168 variant-not present in DM8167 or DM8165.
How many HD video coprocessors (HDVICP2) are integrated in the TMS320DM8168SCYG2?
The TMS320DM8168SCYG2 integrates three HDVICP2 engines, as verified in Table 3-1 (Device Comparison) and Section 1.1 Features of the SPRS614F datasheet. Each HDVICP2 engine independently supports 1080p60 H.264 encode or decode, and all three can operate concurrently for multi-stream transcoding or mixed encode/decode workloads.
What package type and pin count does the TMS320DM8168SCYG2 use?
The TMS320DM8168SCYG2 uses a 1031-pin FCBGA package with 25.0 mm × 25.0 mm body size, as specified in the Device Information table on page 4 of SPRS614F. This package employs Via Channel technology to support 0.8-mm PCB feature sizes despite the 0.65-mm ball pitch, reducing routing layer count and manufacturing cost.
Is the SGX530 3D graphics engine available on all TMS320DM816x variants?
No, the SGX530 3D graphics engine is available only on the TMS320DM8168SCYG2 and other DM8168 devices, as explicitly stated in Figure 1-1 footnote (A) and Table 3-1 of the SPRS614F datasheet. DM8167 and DM8165 variants do not include the SGX530 engine, making the TMS320DM8168SCYG2 the sole option in the family for applications requiring OpenGL ES 2.0 or OpenVG 1.1 accelerated graphics.
TMS320DM8168SCYG2 Specifications
- Product attributes
- Attribute value
- Manufacturer:
- Texas Instruments
- Series:
- DM81x Video SOC, DaVinci™
- Package/Case:
- 1031-BFBGA, FCBGA
- Packaging:
- Tray
- Product Status:
- Active
- Type:
- Digital Media System-on-Chip (DMSoC)
- Interface:
- EBI/EMI, Ethernet, I2C, McASP, McBSP, PCI, Serial ATA, SD/SDIO, SPI, UART, USB
- Clock Rate:
- 1GHz DSP, 1.2GHz ARM®
- Non-Volatile Memory:
- ROM (48kB)
- On-Chip RAM:
- 1.5MB
- Voltage - I/O:
- 1.5V, 1.8V, 3.3V
- Voltage - Core:
- 1.00V
- Operating Temperature:
- 0°C ~ 95°C (TJ)
- Grade:
- -
- Qualification:
- -
- Mounting Type:
- Surface Mount
- Supplier Device Package:
- 1031-FCBGA (25x25)
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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 TMS320DM8168SCYG2 part is unused and in its original packaging.
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2.Obtain a Return Material Authorization (RMA) from Aetrix.
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