www.ti.com/gettingstarted . www.ti.com/getstartedwithdsp . Or, tostart utilizing the Getting Started with INDUSTRIAL DSP web-based tool, visit www.ti.com/gettingstarted )provides an easy-to-access introduction on DSP to decrease the learning curve and accelerate products to market.With the variety of applications utilizingdigital signal processing, the number of first-time DSP designers needing guid- ance on getting started with DSP is expanding. TI’s web-based support tool reduces complexity, and leaves engineers with a clear roadmap of actions and activities by answering the following pri- mary questions:•What is DSP?•Is DSP right for you? •Which TI DSP should I use? •How do I get going? •What else can help me?The easily navigated site describes digi-tal signal processing and offers extensive training. In addition, the site discusseshow signal processing tasks can be implemented on a DSP as well as when to use such a device.Since personal electronic devices havepower, performance and price demands that are perfectly suited to a certain type of DSP, the site also aids designers in determining which TI DSP platform is right for their applications. Providing cus- tomers a clear understanding of each option, it connects to information such as white papers and technical briefs.Aside from being a tutorial on TI DSPs,the site also offers precise information on how to begin designing, what prob- lems to look for as well as how to solve those problems. With resources available both on and off the Web, customers can minimize their design time and employ the industry knowledge of TI’s in-house experts.The support continues even once thedesign process commences. Texas Instruments developed the industry’s most comprehensive support network that can be accessed using the new on-line tool. Building on the premise that a supplier should facilitate the designprocess, the network encompasses train- ing, technical information and access to experts. TI will be completely supportive throughout the entire DSP design process.To assist you in getting started with DSP,TI offers the free “The Essential Guide to Getting Started with DSP” CD-ROM which includes a variety of resources to start your DSP design. To order your free CD, visit:

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Step Three: Initial Development In the Initial Development stage, you have already decided which DSP to use, but beta boards have not been built. The tools to meet the needs of this stage include:

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•Step One: Selecting a DSP Processor Step Two: Evaluation of DSP Technologyand Tools The Evaluation stage includes learning how to use a DSP, evaluation of the DSP as a possi- ble processor solution and evaluation of development tools. The following TI develop- ment tools are designed for the Evaluation stage: If you are not sure which TI DSP platform will best suit your application, visit Which TI DSP is Right for Me? to assist you in your decision.• Emulation Technology • Code Composer Studio IDE – CCStudioIDE includes all the software (including hardware drivers) needed for development through the industrial production/support stage. CCStudio IDE pricing starts at U.S. $495. • Code Composer Studio IDE – CodeComposer Studio (CCStudio) IDE includes all the software (including hardware driv- ers) needed for development through the production/support stage. CCStudio IDE pricing starts at U.S. $495. • Emulation – The XDS510™ and XDS560™emulators are used for JTAG emulation. In order to debug custom target boards, a 14- pin JTAG header needs to be included on the board and it connects to a PC via the JTAG emulation cable. XDS emulator pric- ing starts at U.S. $1,500. Step Four: Product Development • In the Product Development stage, there is a need for full development capabilities – including debugging of product hardware andsoftware.Tools designed to meet those needsinclude: Evaluation Module (EVM) and Developer’s Kits – A wide variety of DSPboards and production-ready development kits are available from TI and TI’s Third Party Network. Products include develop- ment boards or evaluation modules, andhardware/software bundles designed toaccelerate the application design process from concept through production. Kit pric- ing starts at U.S. $1,495.• • Free Evaluation Tools – A free 120-daytrial period of Code Composer Studio™ IDE. Third Party Network • DSP Starter Kit (DSK) – A DSP-basedboard with a special version of Code Composer Studio IDE restricted to use onlywith the DSK target board. The DSK is a low-cost, entry-level tool starting at U.S. $295. • As you progress in your development, you can speed your time-to-market by utilizing Texas Instruments Third Party Network. The Third Party Network offers the most extensive collection of Digital Signal Processing development support in the industry.

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