Overview
SHARC (Super Harvard Architecture Single-Chip Computer) processor launched by Analog Devices (ADI) , designed for high-end digital signal processing (DSP) tasks. The processor uses a 32-bit floating-point architecture and supports high-throughput data calculations. It is widely used in audio processing, industrial control, medical equipment, radar, and communication systems , and other fields that require high-performance signal processing.
Specifications
parameter | Numeric |
Core Architecture | SHARC (Super Harvard) |
Clock frequency | 400 MHz |
Internal SRAM | 5 MB |
External storage support | DDR2, SDRAM |
Floating point support | 32-bit IEEE-754 |
DMA Channels | 14 |
I/O Interface | SPI, UART, I²C, SPORT |
PCIe support | no |
Package Type | 176-pin LQFP |
Operating temperature range | -40°C to +85°C |
ADSP-21489KSWZ-4B’s Highlights
The high-performance 32-bit floating-point DSP core
adopts the SHARC processing architecture and provides 32-bit IEEE-754 standard floating-point computing capability, which is particularly suitable for high-precision signal processing applications such as audio equalization and radar signal processing.
The core clock speed of up to 400 MHz
provides powerful computing capabilities to meet the needs of high-speed data processing and is suitable for real-time signal processing applications such as audio synthesis, waveform analysis, etc.
Large-capacity 5MB internal SRAM
On-chip 5MB high-speed SRAM can be used to store large amounts of data and instructions, reducing dependence on external memory and increasing processing speed.
Rich peripheral interfaces
provide SPI, UART, I²C and SPORT (serial port) interfaces, which can be seamlessly connected to other DSPs, microcontrollers, memories and peripherals, and are suitable for a variety of embedded systems.
Supports multi-channel DMA (Direct Memory Access) and
provides 14 DMA channels , making data transmission and processing more efficient and improving system throughput.
The low-power design
uses dynamic power management technology to adjust power consumption according to processing needs, making it suitable for portable devices and energy-sensitive applications.
Application Areas
ADSP-21489KSWZ-4B is widely used in the following fields with its powerful floating-point computing capability and high-speed data processing capability:
High-end audio processing
Professional Digital Audio Workstation (DAW)
Audio mixer, equalizer, echo cancellation, audio codec
Surround sound processing (Dolby, DTS)
Industrial Automation and Motion Control
Motor control, variable frequency drive
Robot path planning
Precision Instruments and Signal Conditioning
Medical Devices
Medical imaging (ultrasound, MRI, CT scans)
Electrocardiogram (ECG) and electroencephalogram (EEG) signal processing
Precision data analysis and monitoring
Radar and Communications
Radar signal processing (military/civilian)
Wireless base stations, satellite communications
Spectral analysis and waveform synthesis
Automotive Electronics
Car audio, active noise reduction
Automotive radar, ADAS (Advanced Driver Assistance System)
In-car voice recognition
Comparative Analysis: ADSP-21489KSWZ-4B vs. Other DSP Processors
Features/Specifications | ADSP-21489KSWZ-4B | Other DSP processors on the market |
Core Architecture | SHARC 32-bit floating point | 16/32 bit fixed point DSP |
Clock Speed | 400 MHz | 200MHz – 350MHz |
Internal Storage | 5MB SRAM | 512KB – 2MB |
External storage support | DDR2, SDRAM | Only supports SRAM/SDRAM |
Data throughput | Up to 3.2 GB/s | 1 GB/s – 2 GB/s |
Power Management | Adjustable low power mode | Fixed power consumption |
ADSP-21489KSWZ-4B has obvious advantages in floating-point computing capability, internal storage, high throughput, and low-power design , and is suitable for application scenarios that require high-performance signal processing.
Manufacturer introduction: Analog Devices (ADI)
Analog Devices (ADI) is a global leading high-performance analog and digital signal processing semiconductor company, focusing on signal processing, embedded computing and industrial automation solutions. ADSP-21489KSWZ-4B is a member of its SHARC DSP processor series, which is widely used in high-performance audio, medical, radar, industrial control and other fields.
Why choose ADSP-21489KSWZ-4B?
Ultra-high performance floating-point DSP for audio, radar, and medical image processing
5MB internal SRAM , reducing reliance on external storage and increasing computing speed
Low power design for portable and high performance applications
Multiple interface support (SPI, UART, I²C, SPORT) for easy integration into various systems
400 MHz processing speed provides ultra-fast computing power to meet real-time signal processing needs
FAQ
Q1: Does the ADSP-21489KSWZ-4B support double-precision floating-point calculations?
A: The device supports 32-bit IEEE-754 single-precision floating-point operations and does not support 64-bit double-precision calculations. However, it has an efficient DSP core that optimizes single-precision floating-point calculation performance for high-performance audio processing, radar signal processing, and other real-time signal processing tasks.
Q2: Is this DSP suitable for machine learning or AI computing?
A: The ADSP-21489KSWZ-4B is mainly targeted at signal processing, audio, and radar applications, and is not specifically used for AI computing. However, due to its powerful parallel processing capabilities and efficient FIR/IIR filtering operations, it can be used for convolutional neural network (CNN) pre-processing , such as feature extraction and signal preprocessing, to improve the front-end data quality of AI systems. In addition, this DSP can be combined with an external AI processing unit to optimize the overall computing efficiency.
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