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Getting Started


Full Version
 SHARC 2146x Processor Overview (Nov 2008)
Presenter: Ramdas Chary

This 60 min. module provides an overview of the SHARC 2146x Processors, the newest members of the SHARC Processor family. It provides an in depth look at the key features of the 2146x family such as Variable instruction size execution, DDR2 DRAM controller, thermal diode, media local bus interface. Recommend viewing the SHARC Processor overview if this is user's first look at the SHARC Processor family.

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 SHARC Processor Overview (Sep 2008)
Presenter: David Miller

This 29 min. module provides an overview of the SHARC Processor Family. This webcast covers SHARC Processors target markets, advantages, hardware overview, IP, DMA, peripherals, concluding with additional support and resources.

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Play demo 		Blackfin® Core Architecture (Jul 2007)
Presenter: George Kadziolka

This 55 min. module introduces the Blackfin family, which includes the Blackfin processors, tools and other development support that's available.

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Play demo 		Basics of Building a Blackfin® Application (Jan 2006)
Presenter: Joe Beauchemin

This 54 min. module describes the basic software build process of VisualDSP++, specific Blackfin Programming "Gotchas" and basic code optimization strategies. Users will see an example demonstrating "Zero Effort" Optimization by using built-In Optimizer and Cache.

Presentation Slides (pdf)  |  Code Example (zip)  |  Transcript (pdf)  |  Chinese transcript



Full Version
 Interfacing Blackfin® with Audio and Video Peripherals (May 2006)
Presenter: David Katz

This 43 min. module will familiarize the user with the principles behind connecting Blackfin processors to audio and video devices. It is recommended that users have some basic working knowledge of audio and video fundamentals.

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 Introduction to VDK (Sep 2006)
Presenter: Ken Atwell

This 27 min. module provides an overview of the VisualDSP++ Kernel. A demonstration shows the basics of building and debugging VDK projects. Users should have previous experience with operating systems as well as a basic knowledge of software terminology.

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 Introduction to VisualDSP++® Tools (Jan 2006)
Presenter: Nicole Wright

This 30 min. module provides an overview of the VisualDSP++ Tools. For demonstration purposes, the ADSP-BF537 EZ-KIT Lite is used as the target. Users will learn quick tips on how to analyze their applications and fine tune them. An Ethernet application is also be created and run on the EZ-KIT Lite.

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 Multimedia Starter Kit (Sep 2006)
Presenter: George Stephan

This 52-min. module introduces the Multimedia Starter Kit. A demonstration covers JPEG and MJPEG. Users should have previous experience with embedded systems, basic knowledge of software terminology, and familiarity with VisualDSP++, Blackfin processors and ADI evaluation boards.

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Developing on ADI Processors


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 Using System Services Library and Device Drivers with VisualDSP++ Kernel in Blackfin Applications (Nov 2008)
Presenter: George Kadziolka

This 50 minute module walks you through the development of a Blackfin project that uses the System Services Library and Device Drivers (SSL/DD) in conjunction with the VisualDSP++ Kernel (VDK).

Prerequisites:
The viewer will need a basic understanding of the following concepts (available from existing Analog Devices online learning and development modules: Introduction to VDK, Blackfin Device Drivers, Blackfin System Services.

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Preview
Full Version
 Lockbox™ Secure Technology on Blackfin Processors (Jul 2007)
Presenter: Phil Giordano

This 41 min. module focuses on the highlights of Lockbox technology on Blackfin processors.

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Full Version 		Blackfin® Optimizations for Performance and Power Consumption (Jul 2007)
Presenter: Merril Weiner

This 59 min. module is about optimizing your software design for the Blackfin processor for better performance and lower power consumption.

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Play demo 		Blackfin® Device Drivers (May 2006)
Presenter: Dave Lannigan

This 1 hr 29 min. module discusses the device driver model for the Blackfin family of processors. It is recommended that users should have an understanding of the Blackfin architecture and is familiar with the Blackfin System Services software.

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Play demo 		Blackfin System Services (Jan 2006)
Presenter: Dave Lannigan

This 54 min. module discusses the System Services software available for the Blackfin processors. It is recommended that users have some understanding of the Blackfin architecture, basic knowledge of software terminology and experience in embedded systems.

Presentation Slides (pdf)  |  Code Example (zip)  |  Transcript (pdf)  |  Chinese transcript



Play demo 		Introduction to the NI LabVIEW™ Embedded Module for ADI Blackfin Processors (Jan 2006)
Presenter: Glen Anderson

This 59 min. course provides an intro to the LabVIEW Embedded for ADI Blackfin development environment. It covers building, downloading and running virtual instruments on the Blackfin processor as well as peripheral control, application tuning using Background Telemetry Channels and seamless debugging support through the VisualDSP++ development environment.

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Full Version 		Rapid Development of a Blackfin-based Video Application (May 2006)
Presenter: Glen Ouellette

This 36 min. module discusses the rapid development process of a Blackfin Video application using readily available and fully supported software and hardware modules. It is recommended that users understand the basic knowledge of software terminology, experience in embedded systems and understand Blackfin Systems Services and Device Drivers.

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Advanced Topics


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 Performance Tuning on the Blackfin Processor (Jan 2006)
Presenter: Rick Gentile

This 50 min. module discusses the techniques users can use to tune system performance for the Blackfin processors. Users should have some understanding of the Blackfin architecture, a basic knowledge of software terminology and experience in embedded systems.

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Full Version 		Programming & Optimizing C Code on Blackfin (Jan 2006)
Presenter: Alan Anderson

This 1 hr 27 min. module reviews concepts, tools and techniques for optimizing Blackfin C applications. It covers a wide range of methods for improving performance including automatic optimization and detailed rewriting of C expressions.

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