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New TMS320C28x™ Core:
The impressive C28x core sets the new standard in the digital control industry. It provides 400 MIPS of raw performance, single cycle 32x32 bit MACs - unparalleled today, C/C++ code efficiency, an ultra fast 20-40 ns service time to any interrupts, and a powerful 20Mbit/s data logging debug capability. This makes the new C28x core by far the highest performance DSP solution for digital control applications.

The new C28x core adds greater diversity to an already extensive portfolio of digital controllers. Targeted for high-end uniprocessor control, C28x is ideal for industrial drives, factory automation, robotics, and uninterruptible power supplies. With up to 400 MIPS performance, there is room for even greater innovation. The C28x sets the standard in digital control design with improvements such as:

TMS320C28x DSPs Exceed Performance Expectations

20x Performance Increase
The C28x DSP offers a 5x increase in MIPS efficiency over the competition by implementing a 32x32 MAC in a single cycle. Also, the C28x offers up to 400 MIPS of processing power which is a 4x increase over the competition. In addition, the C28x core offers 32/64-bit saturation, single cycle read-modify-write instructions, and 64/32 and 32/32 modulus division. By combining all these factors, the C28x provides at least a 20x increase in performance over the competition.

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Source-code compatibility with all C24x devices
It is important for the C28x to protect the installed base of C2000 DSP code that exists in the marketplace today. Keeping this in mind, TI is committed to full code-compatibility within the C2000 platform. With the C28x, customers can build on past investments and enjoy the benefit of a smooth migration between device generations.

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Industry's Best Code Efficiency - 25% More Efficient Than The Competition
The C28x requires significantly less code than any of the popular alternatives. This can provide significant system cost reductions by reducing the need for costly external memory. The C28x also provides C/C++ code efficiency that approaches hand-coded assembly in density. By using familiar, high level languages like C/C++, customers can bring their products to market much quicker.

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TMS320C28x Enables Faster Development Time
Code Composer Integrated Development Environment (IDE) provides the most comprehensive set of development tools available designed specifically for DSP. Code Composer IDE offers real-time data logging at 20+ Mbit/second. Designers can modify variables on the fly with ZERO CPU involvement while displaying variables in real time, such as voltage and current waveforms in the windings of the motor. The development tools support designers through every stage of the DSP software development cycle reducing your development time and allowing you to make better use of scarce engineering resources.

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Fast Interrupt Response
By utilizing automatic context save/restore, the C28x provides the fastest response time to multiple levels of interrupt. At 400 MHz, the C28x responds to any interrupt in 20-40 ns. This provides a 10x speed increase over typical interrupt management systems of 300-400 ns.

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