This document provides an in-depth analysis of the Analog Devices ADSP-BF5xx (Blackfin) family of 16-bit fixed-point dual-MAC processors. It details how these devices combine low-power DSP features with general-purpose processor capabilities like privilege modes and memory protection, targeting applications such as cell phones, automotive systems, and consumer video equipment.
| Data Paths | two fixed-point data paths |
|---|---|
| Registers | eight 32-bit registers |
| Accumulators | two 40-bit accumulators |
| L1 Memory Organization | modified Harvard architecture |
| Min Operating Voltage (Gen 1) | 1.6 volts |
| Min Operating Voltage (Gen 1) | 1.6 volts |
| Min Operating Voltage (Gen 1) | 1.6 volts |
Second-generation parts operate at up to 750 MHz.
No, they are only partly assembly-code compatible due to architectural differences.
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