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- Analog Devices
- Model
- ADSP-BF538
- Industry
- Industrial
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- Last added
- 2012-08-03
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Analog Devices ADSP-BF538/ADSP-BF538F Handbook
The ADSP-BF538/ADSP-BF538F handbook describes the Blackfin family processor, its high‑performance 533 MHz core, on‑chip memory options, voltage regulation and package (316‑ball Pb‑free mini‑BGA). It details the processor’s low‑power architecture, dynamic power management and system‑on‑chip integration for consumer and industrial applications.
Key sections cover the processor core, memory hierarchy, external memory interfaces, flash memory options, boot modes, and event handling, providing developers with the information needed to design and program devices based on this Blackfin processor.
Analog Devices ADSP-BF538 specifications
| Maximum processor frequency | 533 MHz |
|---|---|
| Package type | 316‑ball CSP‑BGA |
| On‑chip memory (instruction + data) | Up to 148 KB |
| Optional flash memory | 8 M‑bit parallel flash (512 K × 16‑bit) |
| UART ports | 3 |
| CAN controller | CAN 2.0B |
| General‑purpose I/O pins | Up to 54 |
| DMA controllers | 2 peripheral DMA + 4 memory‑to‑memory DMA |
| Timers with PWM | 3 timers with PWM support |
Source: Analog Devices ADSP-BF538/ADSP-BF538F Embedded Processor Datasheet
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Day-to-day operation, settings and troubleshooting. Start here if the product is already set up.
Questions answered in these manuals
What is the maximum clock speed of the ADSP-BF538 processor?
The ADSP-BF538 can run at up to 533 MHz.
From: Analog Devices ADSP-BF538/ADSP-BF538F Embedded Processor Datasheet
How many UART ports are provided on the ADSP‑BF538/ADSP‑BF538F?
The device includes three UART ports.
From: Analog Devices ADSP-BF538/ADSP-BF538F Embedded Processor Datasheet
What is the maximum operating frequency of the ADSP‑BF538 processor?
The processor can run up to 533 MHz.
What type of package does the ADSP‑BF538 use?
It is supplied in a 316‑ball Pb‑free mini‑BGA package.