Embedded - DSP (Digital Signal Processors)

Part Number	Description / PDF	Quantity
AD1941YSTZ-29 Analog Devices, Inc.	SIGMADSP 28-BIT AUDIO PROCESSOR	4084
ADBF701WCBCZ211 Analog Devices, Inc.	BLK+PROCW/128KB L2 SRAM&DDR	32
ADSP-BF534BBCZ-4A Analog Devices, Inc.	IC DSP CTLR 16BIT 182CSBGA	6
ADAU1701JSTZ Analog Devices, Inc.	IC AUDIO PROC 2ADC/4DAC 48-LQFP	18
AD21488WBSWZ2A02 Analog Devices, Inc.	300 MHZ SHARC AUDIO PROCESSOR	0
ADSP-2187LBST-210 Analog Devices, Inc.	16-BIT DIGITAL SIGNAL PROCESSOR	0
ADSP-21992BSTZ Analog Devices, Inc.	IC DSP CONTROLLER 16BIT 176LQFP	18
ADSP-2187NBSTZ-320 Analog Devices, Inc.	IC DSP CONTROLLER 16BIT 100LQFP	24
ADSC584WCBCZ3A10 Analog Devices, Inc.	ARM 2XSHARC DDR LPC PKG FOR AUTO	0
ADSP-21060LABZ-160 Analog Devices, Inc.	IC DSP CONTROLLER 32BIT 225-BGA	1
ADSP-BF533SKBC600 Analog Devices, Inc.	BLACKFIN DSP PROCESSOR	1585
ADSP-BF537BBCZ-5BV Analog Devices, Inc.	IC DSP CTLR 16BIT 208CSBGA	0
ADSP-2186MKSTZ-300 Analog Devices, Inc.	IC DSP CONTROLLER 16BIT 100LQFP	39
ADSP-21363KBC-1AA Analog Devices, Inc.	32-BIT FLOATING-POINT SHARC DSP	1278
ADMCF326BRZ Analog Devices, Inc.	DSP MOTOR CONTROLLER 28PIN SOIC	14
ADSP-SC573CBCZ-3 Analog Devices, Inc.	ARM, 2X SHARC, DDR, BGA PACKAGE	0
ADSP-21261SKBCZ150 Analog Devices, Inc.	IC DSP 32BIT 150MHZ 136CSBGA	139
ADSC572WCBCZ302 Analog Devices, Inc.	ADSP-SC572 REV 0.2 300MHZ	27
ADSP-SC584CBCZ-4A Analog Devices, Inc.	ARM, 2XSHARC, DDR, LPC PACKAGE	1
ADSP-SC587KBCZ-5B Analog Devices, Inc.	ARM, 2XSHARC, DUAL DDR, HPC PACK	3

Embedded - DSP (Digital Signal Processors)

1. Overview

Digital Signal Processors (DSPs) are specialized microprocessors optimized for high-speed numerical calculations required in signal processing. Embedded DSPs integrate these capabilities into compact systems, enabling real-time processing of analog and digital signals. They play a critical role in modern technologies by enabling tasks like audio/video compression, noise reduction, radar imaging, and AI inference. Their ability to perform complex mathematical operations (e.g., FFTs, convolutions) at low power makes them indispensable in applications ranging from consumer electronics to industrial automation.

2. Main Types and Functional Classification

Type	Functional Features	Application Examples
General-Purpose DSP	Balanced performance for common signal processing tasks	Audio codecs, motor control systems
High-Performance DSP	Multi-core architectures with teraflop-level processing	Radar systems, 5G base stations
Low-Power DSP	Optimized for energy efficiency (sub-1W operation)	IoT sensors, wearable devices
Fixed-Point DSP	Integer arithmetic for cost-sensitive applications	Entry-level automotive systems
Floating-Point DSP	High precision for complex algorithms	Medical imaging, scientific instruments

3. Structure and Composition

A typical embedded DSP system includes:

Core Architecture: Modified Harvard architecture with separate instruction/data buses
Memory Hierarchy: L1/L2 cache, on-chip SRAM, external DDR interfaces
Accelerators: SIMD units, VLIW engines, FFT hardware
Interfaces: SPI, I2C, PCIe, JTAG for debugging
Power Management: DVFS (Dynamic Voltage/Frequency Scaling)

Advanced packages like BGA and QFN enable high pin density while maintaining thermal efficiency.

4. Key Technical Specifications

Parameter	Description and Importance
Processing Speed (MIPS/GFLOPS)	Determines real-time processing capability
Word Length (16/32/64-bit)	Affects dynamic range and precision
Power Consumption (mW/MHz)	Crucial for battery-powered devices
Memory Bandwidth (GB/s)	Limits throughput in data-intensive tasks
Thermal Design Power (TDP)	Dictates cooling requirements

5. Application Fields

Telecommunications: 5G NR modems, optical network transceivers
Consumer Electronics: Smart speakers (Amazon Echo), AR headsets
Industrial: Predictive maintenance sensors, robotic vision systems
Medical: Ultrasound machines, ECG analyzers
Automotive: LiDAR processing for ADAS, engine control units

6. Leading Manufacturers and Products

Manufacturer	Representative Product	Key Specifications
Texas Instruments	TMS320C6678	8-core DSP, 16 GMACS, 10-band spectral analysis
Analog Devices	ADSP-BF707	256-bit LPDDR memory bus, hardware accelerators
NXP Semiconductors	S32K144H	Arm Cortex-M4F core, ASIL-D functional safety
Intel	Turbo DSP C6XX	Dynamic core scaling, PCIe Gen4 interface

7. Selection Guidelines

Key considerations include:

Algorithm Complexity: Floating-point for radar beamforming vs. fixed-point for voice codecs
Real-Time Constraints: Deterministic latency requirements
Power Budget: 150mW for hearables vs. 25W for base stations
Development Ecosystem: Availability of optimized libraries (e.g., TI's DSP/BIOS)
Scalability: Pin-to-pin compatible families for future upgrades

8. Industry Trends

Future developments include:

Integration of AI accelerators (e.g., Google Edge TPU)
7nm process nodes enabling 10TOPS/Watt efficiency
Adoption of RISC-V architecture for customizable DSPs
Increased use in edge computing for Industry 4.0 systems
Advanced packaging (2.5D/3D) for heterogeneous integration

Market projections indicate a CAGR of 6.2% through 2027, driven by automotive radar and AIoT applications.

9. Practical Application Case

Case: Smart Speaker Audio Processing
A leading smart speaker uses ADI's SHARC DSP for beamforming and noise suppression. The DSP processes 8-channel microphone inputs in real-time, achieving 40dB noise reduction while maintaining 15ms latency. Its low-power mode consumes 85mW during voice activity detection, extending Wi-Fi-enabled device battery life by 30% compared to GPU-based solutions.