Title :
An enhanced DSP architecture for the seven multimedia functions: the Mpact 2 media processor
Author :
Owen, Robert E. ; Purcell, Steven
Author_Institution :
Data/Time Int., Saratoga, CA, USA
Abstract :
This paper reviews the architectural enhancements to the second generation of a VLIW media processor. The concept of a media processor is introduced and its application in an x86 family personal computer platform is described. The architectural choices made in the original Mpact media processor are explained as are how they were extended in the latest version based on design experience and changing requirements
Keywords :
digital signal processing chips; multimedia systems; parallel architectures; Mpact 2 media processor; VLIW media processor; enhanced DSP architecture; multimedia functions; x86 family personal computer; Application software; Auditory displays; Computerized monitoring; Digital signal processing; Graphics; Microcomputers; Random access memory; System buses; Teleconferencing; Telephony;
Conference_Titel :
Signal Processing Systems, 1997. SIPS 97 - Design and Implementation., 1997 IEEE Workshop on
Conference_Location :
Leicester
Print_ISBN :
0-7803-3806-5
DOI :
10.1109/SIPS.1997.625692
