Texas Instruments TMS320C5517AZCH20
| Parameters | |
|---|---|
| Series | TMS320C55x |
| Moisture Sensitivity Level (MSL) | 3 (168 Hours) |
| RoHS Status | ROHS3 Compliant |
| Package / Case | 196-LFBGA |
| Interface | EBI/EMI, I²C, I²S, McBSP, McSPI, MMC/SD, SPI, UART/USART, UHPI, USB |
| Mfr | Texas Instruments |
| Mounting Type | Surface Mount |
| Operating Temperature | -10°C ~ 70°C (TC) |
| Type | Fixed Point |
| Supplier Device Package | 196-NFBGA (10x10) |
| Non-Volatile Memory | ROM (128kB) |
| Voltage - I/O | 1.8V, 2.75V, 3.3V |
| Voltage - Core | 1.05V, 1.3V, 1.4V |
| Clock Rate | 200MHz |
| On-Chip RAM | 320kB |
| Package | Tray |
| Product Status | Active |
| Base Product Number | TMS320 |
| REACH Status | REACH Unaffected |
| Standard Package | 184 |
| ECCN | 3A991A2 |
| HTSUS | 8542.31.0001 |
TMS320C5517AZCH20 Digital Signal Processor – Detailed Overview
The TMS320C5517AZCH20 is a low-power, fixed-point digital signal processor (DSP) from Texas Instruments' C5000™ series, optimized for high-efficiency signal processing in portable and battery-powered applications. Operating at 200 MHz, it delivers strong performance for audio, voice, and sensor processing while maintaining minimal power consumption. The chip integrates 320KB of on-chip RAM, dual multiply-accumulate (MAC) units, and a highly efficient instruction set, making it ideal for real-time embedded systems. Its low-latency processing and flexible peripheral set (including I2S, McBSP, and USB) enable seamless integration in audio and communication designs.
C5000 DSP Key Features
● High-performance DSP core: 200 MHz fixed-point architecture with dual MAC units for efficient signal processing.
● Low-power operation: Optimized for battery-powered devices with multiple power-saving modes.
● On-chip memory: 320KB RAM for data-intensive algorithms without external memory dependency.
● Audio-focused interfaces: Supports I2S, McBSP, and USB for audio streaming and communication.
● Real-time processing: Low-latency response for voice recognition, noise cancellation, and sensor fusion.
Applications
The TMS320C5517AZCH20 is widely used in portable audio devices, voice-enabled IoT products, biomedical signal processing, and industrial sensor hubs. Its power efficiency and processing capabilities make it suitable for always-on voice assistants, hearing aids, and wireless audio transmitters, where real-time performance and battery life are critical.
Selection Advantages
● Balanced performance & power: Ideal for always-on audio and sensor applications with strict power budgets.
● Integrated peripherals: Reduces external component count, lowering system cost and complexity.
● Scalable architecture: Compatible with other C55x DSPs for easy migration across performance tiers.
Alternative Models
1. TMS320C5515AZCH12: Lower clock speed (120 MHz) with similar peripherals, suited for cost-sensitive designs.
2. TMS320C5517AZCHA12: Higher memory variant (448KB RAM) for more demanding audio processing.
3. TMS320C5535: Enhanced version with additional USB and LCD controller support for multimedia applications.
