Texas Instruments TMS320VC5410AZGU12

Overview

TMS320VC5410AZGU12 from Texas Instruments is a fixed-point digital signal processor (DSP) optimized for real-time signal processing in embedded audio, telecom, and industrial control systems. It delivers 160 MIPS at 120 MHz via a 6.25-ns instruction cycle, features 64K × 16-bit on-chip dual-access RAM, 16K × 16-bit on-chip ROM with bootloader, and integrates six-channel DMA, three McBSPs, and an 8/16-bit HPI interface.

For engineers reviewing the TMS320VC5410AZGU12 datasheet, TMS320VC5410AZGU12 pinout, TMS320VC5410AZGU12 application, or TMS320VC5410AZGU12 equivalent, key selection criteria include its 144-ball MicroStar BGA (GGU) package, 120-MHz PLL-enabled clock operation, dual-bus memory architecture, and support for external memory expansion up to 8M × 16-bit program space.

Technical Context

The TMS320VC5410AZGU12 implements a modified Harvard architecture with three independent 16-bit data memory buses and one program memory bus, enabling simultaneous instruction fetch and dual-data operand access. Its 40-bit ALU includes a barrel shifter and two accumulators, supporting single-cycle MAC operations using a 17×17-bit multiplier and dedicated adder.

On-chip peripherals include a software-programmable wait-state generator, programmable bank-switching logic, six-channel DMA controller with autoinitialization, three multichannel buffered serial ports (McBSPs) configurable as SPI masters/slaves, and an enhanced 8/16-bit host-port interface (HPI) operating in nonmultiplexed mode. The device supports IEEE 1149.1 JTAG boundary scan for emulation and test.

Key Specifications

Pinout & Package

Package: 144-ball MicroStar BGA (GGU), 10 mm × 10 mm, 0.8-mm ball pitch, RoHS-compliant. Thermal resistance θ_JA = 32.5°C/W (JEDEC Std 2S2P board).

Key Features

Applications

Equivalent & Alternatives

The following parts are listed as comparable options for similar fixed-point DSP applications.

Compared with TMS320VC5410AZGU12, the TMS320VC5402PGE100 offers lower cost and simpler packaging but sacrifices 38% peak performance and boot ROM integration; the TMS320C5409PGE100 provides balanced interrupt handling and memory resources at 100 MHz, making it viable where deterministic latency outweighs raw throughput.

Availability

TMS320VC5410AZGU12 is available at Aetrix Electronics and suitable for audio signal processing, telecom line cards, and industrial motor control applications requiring stable component supply and long-term industrial lifecycle support.

Supply support for TMS320VC5410AZGU12 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 connectivity technologies, with decades of DSP innovation and broad industrial qualification.

The TMS320C54x family was designed for high-efficiency fixed-point signal processing in resource-constrained real-time systems, emphasizing low-power operation, deterministic latency, and integrated peripheral flexibility for audio, telecom, and control applications.

FAQ

What is the maximum operating frequency of the TMS320VC5410AZGU12?

The TMS320VC5410AZGU12 operates at a maximum frequency of 120 MHz, achieved via its on-chip PLL clock generator with multiply-by-N capability. This yields a 6.25-ns instruction cycle time and 160 MIPS performance. The PLL accepts input clocks from 0.4 to 20 MHz and supports divide-by-two and divide-by-four options for flexible system clocking.

Does the TMS320VC5410AZGU12 include on-chip boot ROM?

Yes, the TMS320VC5410AZGU12 integrates 16K × 16-bit on-chip ROM configured for program memory and containing a boot loader. This ROM enables standalone operation after power-up by loading initial code from external memory or serial interfaces, eliminating the need for external boot PROM in many embedded configurations.

How many McBSPs does the TMS320VC5410AZGU12 support, and what protocols do they implement?

The TMS320VC5410AZGU12 supports three independent multichannel buffered serial ports (McBSP0–McBSP2). Each McBSP implements TDM, I2S, and SPI master/slave protocols with fully programmable clock polarity, phase, and frame synchronization. They also support general-purpose I/O timing and can interface directly with audio codecs, ADCs/DACs, and FPGA-based peripherals.

What package type is used for the TMS320VC5410AZGU12?

The TMS320VC5410AZGU12 uses a 144-ball MicroStar BGA (GGU) package measuring 10 mm × 10 mm with 0.8-mm ball pitch. This RoHS-compliant package provides high I/O density and thermal performance (θ_JA = 32.5°C/W), optimized for compact, high-reliability industrial and telecom PCB layouts.

Can the TMS320VC5410AZGU12 execute instructions from external memory?

Yes, the TMS320VC5410AZGU12 supports external program memory expansion up to 8M × 16-bit address space using its extended program memory interface. With proper configuration of the software wait-state generator and bank-switching control register, the TMS320VC5410AZGU12 can reliably fetch instructions from external Flash or SRAM while maintaining deterministic real-time behavior.