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- Analog Devices
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- ADSP-2181
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Analog Devices ADSP-2181 EZ-KIT Lite Evaluation System Manual
This manual is a guide for users of the ADSP-2181 EZ‑KIT Lite evaluation system. It is intended for programmers familiar with Analog Devices DSP architecture and covers hardware installation, software setup, and debugging techniques.
The document includes a preface, getting‑started procedures, detailed hardware reference, software usage instructions, a bill of materials, and an index. It also describes the board’s components such as the AD1847 codec, RS‑232 interface, power requirements, and environmental specifications.
Analog Devices ADSP-2181 specifications
| Instruction Cycle Time | 25 ns |
|---|---|
| Sustained Performance | 40 MIPS |
| On‑Chip RAM | 80 KB |
| Program Memory | 16 K words |
| Data Memory | 16 K words |
| Package Types | 128‑lead TQFP and 128‑lead PQFP |
Source: Analog Devices ADSP-2181 DSP Microprocessor Handbook
All Analog Devices ADSP-2181 documents by type
Day-to-day operation, settings and troubleshooting. Start here if the product is already set up.
- ANALOG DEVICES ADSP-2181 EZ-Kit Lite IDMA to PC Printer Port Interface Manual
- ANALOG DEVICES C Programs on the ADSP-2181 EZ-KIT LITE Manual
- ANALOG DEVICES Implementing A Software UART on the ADSP-2181 EZ-Kit-Lite Manual
- ANALOG DEVICES Considerations for Selecting a DSP Processor -- Why Buy the ADSP-2181 Manual
- ANALOG DEVICES Using an ADSP-2181 Manual
- ANALOG DEVICES ADSP-2181 IDMA Port - Cycle Steal Timing Manual
- ANALOG DEVICES An AD1847/ADSP-2181 loopback example using a single index register for SPORT autobuffering Manual
- ANALOG DEVICES AD1847/ADSP-2181 Daisy Chain Tips Manual
- Analog Devices ADSP-2181 EZ-KIT Lite Evaluation System Manual 75 p
Ratings, dimensions and ordering codes, for selection and design work.
Questions answered in these manuals
What is the instruction cycle time of the ADSP-2181?
The ADSP-2181 operates with a 25 ns instruction cycle time when using a 20 MHz crystal at 5.0 V.
How many interrupts can the ADSP-2181 handle?
The processor can respond to up to 13 possible interrupts, including four dedicated external interrupt input pins.
What is the instruction cycle time of the ADSP-2181?
The ADSP-2181 executes each instruction in 25 ns when driven by a 20 MHz crystal.
How much on‑chip RAM does the ADSP-2181 provide?
It includes 80 KB of on‑chip RAM, configured as 16 K words of program memory and 16 K words of data memory.
