Analog Devices VisualDSP++ 4.0 Kernel (VDK) User's Guide

About this manual

This manual serves as the primary reference for the VisualDSP++ 4.0 Kernel (VDK), a software development environment component designed for rapid application development and debugging. It details the purpose, intended audience, and contents of the documentation set, including information on technical support and related processor manuals.

What's inside

• Purpose of this Manual
• Intended Audience
• Introduction to VDK
• Configuration and Debugging
• Using VDK Threads
• Scheduling
• Signals and Semaphores
• Messages and Events
• Device Drivers
• VDK Data Types

Frequently asked questions

What is the purpose of this manual?

This manual provides information on the VisualDSP++ 4.0 Kernel (VDK) and its usage.

What processors are supported by this kernel?

The kernel supports Blackfin, SHARC, and TigerSHARC processors.

What scheduling methodologies are available?

The system supports cooperative, round-robin, and preemptive scheduling.