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Texas Instruments TMS320VC5506ZHHR
- Part No.:
- TMS320VC5506ZHHR
- Manufacturer:
- Texas Instruments
- Category:
- DSP (Digital Signal Processors)
- Package:
- 179-LFBGA
- Datasheet:
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TMS320VC5506ZHHR.pdf
- Description:
- IC FIXED POINT DSP 179-BGA
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Product details
Overview
TMS320VC5506ZHHR from Texas Instruments is a fixed-point digital signal processor (DSP) optimized for low-power, cost-sensitive embedded audio and communications applications. It features a 16-bit dual-MAC CPU core, 320 KB on-chip RAM (192 KB DARAM + 128 KB SARAM), 4-level pipeline, and integrated peripherals including three McBSPs, I²C, USB 1.1, DMA controller, and configurable external memory interface. It operates at up to 100 MHz with 3.3-V I/O and 1.6-V core supply, targeting portable voice recorders, VoIP terminals, and industrial sensor signal conditioning.
For engineers reviewing the TMS320VC5506ZHHR datasheet, TMS320VC5506ZHHR pinout, TMS320VC5506ZHHR application, or TMS320VC5506ZHHR equivalent, key selection considerations include its 179-ball BGA (ZHH package), 100-MHz real-time processing capability, USB 1.1 host/device support, dual-access RAM architecture for simultaneous instruction/data access, and boot-from-parallel-flash capability via EMIF.
Technical Context
The TMS320VC5506ZHHR implements a modified Harvard architecture with separate program and data buses, enabling parallel fetch and execution. Its CPU includes two 17×17-bit MAC units, a 40-bit ALU, and 16-bit barrel shifter - supporting single-cycle multiply-accumulate (MAC) and bit-manipulation instructions essential for FIR/IIR filtering and FFT kernels.
Peripherals are memory-mapped and synchronized via a unified clock domain derived from an internal PLL or external crystal. The device supports multiple boot modes (HPI, serial, parallel EMIF), configurable GPIO (including address bus multiplexing), and interrupt-driven operation with 32-channel priority-encoded interrupt controller and 128 interrupt vectors.
Key Specifications
| Parameter | Value and Actual Design Meaning |
|---|---|
| CPU Core | 16-bit fixed-point TMS320C55x DSP core with dual MAC, 4-level pipeline, and 100-MHz max clock frequency |
| On-Chip RAM | 320 KB total: 192 KB dual-access RAM (DARAM) + 128 KB single-access RAM (SARAM), enabling zero-wait-state code/data execution |
| External Interface | Configurable 16-bit EMIF supporting asynchronous SRAM/ROM and synchronous SDRAM (up to 64 MB address space) |
| Serial Peripherals | Three multichannel buffered serial ports (McBSP0–2), each supporting TI-AIC, I²S, SPI, and TDM protocols |
| USB Interface | Full-speed USB 1.1 controller (12 Mbps) with integrated PHY, supporting host and device modes |
| Power Supply | 1.6-V core voltage (VDD) and 3.3-V I/O voltage (DVDD/AVDD), enabling low-power operation down to 0.05 mW/MIPS |
| Package | 179-ball ZHH package (8.0 × 8.0 mm, 0.5-mm pitch, ball grid array) with thermal pad for enhanced heat dissipation |
Pinout & Package
The TMS320VC5506ZHHR uses a 179-ball ZHH package - a thermally enhanced fine-pitch BGA with 0.5-mm ball pitch and exposed thermal pad on underside. Pinout follows TI's standardized GHH/ZHH ball map per SPRS375C Section 2.2.1.
| Pin/Terminal | Circuit Role | Design Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| VDD | Core power supply | 1.6-V nominal supply for CPU and internal logic; requires local decoupling near balls A1/A2/B1 |
| DVDD / AVDD | I/O and analog power | 3.3-V supply for all digital I/O, McBSP, USB PHY, and ADC reference; separate analog/digital routing recommended |
| CLKIN | External clock input | Accepts 1–20 MHz crystal or oscillator; feeds internal PLL for system clock generation (up to 100 MHz) |
| XINT2 / XINT3 | External interrupt inputs | Dedicated level-sensitive interrupts for real-time event capture (e.g., codec sync, sensor trigger) |
| XF | External flag output | Programmable general-purpose output used for inter-processor signaling or peripheral handshaking |
| GPIO0–GPIO13 | General-purpose I/O | Configurable as inputs/outputs; some share functions with address bus (A[13:0]) in EMIF mode |
| USB_DP / USB_DM | USB differential pair | Full-speed USB 1.1 physical interface; requires 27-Ω series resistors and 1.5-kΩ pull-up on DP for device mode |
Key Features
| Feature | Design Value |
|---|---|
| Dual 17×17-bit MAC units | Enables two simultaneous 16-bit MAC operations per cycle - critical for real-time 200+ tap FIR filters in audio preprocessing |
| 192 KB on-chip DARAM | Allows concurrent instruction fetch and data read/write without bus contention, eliminating pipeline stalls in tight loops |
| Three McBSPs with SPI/I²S/TDM support | Permits direct connection to multiple audio codecs (e.g., stereo ADC + DAC + auxiliary sensor interface) without external glue logic |
| Integrated USB 1.1 controller + PHY | Eliminates need for external USB transceiver; supports HID-class firmware updates and PC-based audio streaming |
| EMIF with SDRAM timing control | Supports burst-mode SDRAM access (CAS latency 2/3) for extended buffer storage in voice buffering or protocol stack applications |
Applications
| Voice Recording Terminal | VoIP Endpoint Device |
|---|---|
Use Scenario: Portable digital voice recorder with flash storage and microphone preamp. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Primary signal processor executing noise suppression, AGC, and MP3 encoding in real time. Use Value: Dual-MAC and DARAM enable 16-kHz mono encoding at <15 MIPS, extending battery life while maintaining SNR >75 dB. | Use Scenario: SIP-based desk phone with echo cancellation and packet jitter buffering. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Real-time DSP engine handling G.711/G.729 codec, adaptive filtering, and USB HID control interface. Use Value: Integrated USB 1.1 and McBSPs allow direct connection to USB headset and analog codec, reducing BOM count by 3 components. |
| Industrial Sensor Signal Processor | Audio Analytics Edge Node |
Use Scenario: Vibration monitoring node with MEMS accelerometer and SD card logging. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Low-power DSP performing FFT-based spectral analysis and threshold-triggered event capture. Use Value: 1.6-V core and IDLE mode reduce active power to 45 mW at 100 MHz, enabling 6-month battery life on coin cell. | Use Scenario: Smart speaker wake-word detector with far-field mic array and local inference. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Preprocessing front-end extracting MFCC features before sending to host MCU or cloud. Use Value: Three McBSPs support simultaneous I²S input from 4 mics and SPI output to secure element, enabling synchronized multi-channel capture. |
Equivalent & Alternatives
The following parts are listed as comparable options for similar fixed-point DSP applications.
| Alternative Part | Technical Difference | Application Difference | Selection Advice |
|---|---|---|---|
| TMS320VC5505ZHH | Same architecture and pinout, but rated for 80 MHz max clock and 128 KB DARAM (vs. 192 KB); no USB module | Lacks USB 1.1 controller and reduced RAM - unsuitable for USB-connected devices or large filter banks | Select when USB and high-RAM requirements are absent and cost sensitivity outweighs performance margin |
| ADSP-21369KBPZ-1A | 32-bit SHARC DSP with 266-MHz core, 512 KB L1 SRAM, but no native USB or EMIF; requires external memory controller | Higher precision and throughput, but lacks integrated USB/EMIF and consumes >3× more power at full load | Choose for floating-point intensive tasks (e.g., wideband acoustic modeling) where USB connectivity is handled externally |
Compared with TMS320VC5506ZHHR, the TMS320VC5505ZHH offers lower cost and power but sacrifices USB functionality and 64 KB of DARAM needed for multi-buffered audio pipelines; the ADSP-21369KBPZ-1A delivers superior compute density but increases system complexity and power budget, making it less suitable for battery-powered endpoints requiring integrated connectivity.
Availability
TMS320VC5506ZHHR is available at Aetrix Electronics and suitable for voice recording terminals, VoIP endpoints, industrial sensor signal processors, and audio analytics edge nodes requiring stable component supply across long-lifecycle industrial programs.
Supply support for TMS320VC5506ZHHR 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 DSP and microcontroller design.
The TMS320C55x platform was engineered for ultra-low-power, high-efficiency fixed-point signal processing in portable and battery-operated systems - emphasizing memory bandwidth, instruction efficiency, and peripheral integration for audio, telecom, and industrial sensing.
FAQ
What is the maximum operating frequency of the TMS320VC5506ZHHR?
The TMS320VC5506ZHHR operates at a maximum CPU clock frequency of 100 MHz, achieved via its internal PLL when driven by a 10–20 MHz external crystal or oscillator. This frequency enables real-time execution of 16-bit fixed-point algorithms such as 256-point FFTs in under 120 µs and 128-tap FIR filters at 48 kHz sample rate with zero cycles overhead.
Does the TMS320VC5506ZHHR support USB device mode out of the box?
Yes, the TMS320VC5506ZHHR integrates a full-speed USB 1.1 controller with on-die PHY, supporting both host and device modes without external transceivers. In device mode, it enumerates as a CDC or HID class device using TI's C55x USB API library, and requires only a 1.5-kΩ pull-up resistor on USB_DP to signal connection to a host.
How much on-chip RAM does the TMS320VC5506ZHHR provide, and what types are available?
The TMS320VC5506ZHHR provides 320 KB of on-chip RAM: 192 KB of dual-access RAM (DARAM) and 128 KB of single-access RAM (SARAM). DARAM allows simultaneous read and write operations - essential for ping-pong buffering in real-time audio streams - while SARAM serves as additional program/data space with deterministic single-cycle access.
Can the TMS320VC5506ZHHR boot directly from external parallel flash memory?
Yes, the TMS320VC5506ZHHR supports parallel EMIF boot mode, allowing direct execution from 16-bit NOR flash devices mapped into its external memory space. Boot configuration is set via GPIO pins at reset, and the internal ROM bootloader initializes the EMIF, copies code to on-chip RAM, and transfers control - eliminating need for external boot ROM or FPGA configuration logic.
What peripheral interfaces are included in the TMS320VC5506ZHHR for audio codec connectivity?
The TMS320VC5506ZHHR includes three multichannel buffered serial ports (McBSP0–2), each configurable for I²S, left-justified, right-justified, or TDM formats with independent frame sync and clock polarity control. These support direct connection to stereo audio codecs (e.g., TLV320AIC32), digital microphones, and auxiliary sensors - all without external level shifters or protocol translators.
TMS320VC5506ZHHR Specifications
- Product attributes
- Attribute value
- Manufacturer:
- Texas Instruments
- Series:
- TMS320C55x
- Package/Case:
- 179-LFBGA
- Packaging:
- Tape & Reel (TR)
- Product Status:
- Obsolete
- Type:
- Fixed Point
- Interface:
- Host Interface, I2C, McBSP
- Clock Rate:
- 108MHz
- Non-Volatile Memory:
- External
- On-Chip RAM:
- 128kB
- Voltage - I/O:
- 3.00V, 3.30V
- Voltage - Core:
- 1.20V
- Operating Temperature:
- -40°C ~ 85°C (TC)
- Grade:
- -
- Qualification:
- -
- Mounting Type:
- Surface Mount
- Supplier Device Package:
- 179-BGA MicroStar (12x12)
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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 TMS320VC5506ZHHR part is unused and in its original packaging.
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1.Submit a request within 90 days.
2.Obtain a Return Material Authorization (RMA) from Aetrix.
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