Analog Devices VisualDSP 5.0 Assembler Preprocessor Manual

About this manual

This document serves as the official manual for the VisualDSP 5.0 Assembler and Preprocessor, published by Analog Devices, Inc. in August 2008. It provides comprehensive guidance for developers writing assembly programs for SHARC, TigerSHARC, and Blackfin processors, covering everything from program structure to specific assembler directives and command-line options.

The manual is divided into sections detailing the assembler overview, writing assembly programs, preprocessor commands, and a detailed syntax reference. It includes specific instructions for code file structures, linker operations, and the use of feature macros, making it an essential resource for embedded software development using these specific Analog Devices architectures.

What's inside

• Assembler Overview
• Writing Assembly Programs
• Assembler Directives
• Preprocessor Commands
• Program Structure
• Code File Structure for SHARC Processors
• Code File Structure for TigerSHARC Processors
• Code File Structure for Blackfin Processors
• Assembler Syntax Reference
• Assembler Command-Line Reference

Specifications

Frequently asked questions

What is the part number of this manual?

The part number for this manual is 82-000420-04.

What is the purpose of the -ALIGN directive?

The -ALIGN directive is used to specify an address alignment.

What does the -SHORT directive define and initialize?

The -SHORT directive defines and initializes 2-byte data objects.

What is the function of the -LONG directive?

The -LONG directive defines and initializes 4-byte data objects.