Toshiba TZ2000 group application processors

Toshiba has announced the TZ2100 group application processors as the latest additions to its ApP Lite family’s ARM Cortex-A9-based TZ2000 series. The high-performance application processors support enhanced sound and image data mining, communications and security functions.

The devices can operate at a maximum frequency at 600 MHz (a 300 MHz version is also available), supporting high-speed processing. They are suitable for a wide range of products, such as the embedded devices that will realise the Internet of Things (IoT), handheld devices and industrial equipment.

The product accommodates DDR3-800/DDR3L-800 16-bit width. The company’s power-saving technology enables long-time data back-up and RTC operation with one single coin-cell battery. 1 MB of built-in SRAM supports processing of start-up code and data during program execution, without any need for external DRAM.

The device also features camera input, graphics and LCD output; a secure boot system and data encryption function; and an external expanded bus interface. Users can choose suitable specifications by setting up a ‘configuration pin’.

The company has also launched development starter kits for the group, comprising a reference board and device driver. These will support a simple prototype development and evaluation environment for diverse applications.