Synopsys Controller IP for Bluetooth, Thread, Zigbee

Synopsys Link Layer Controller IP for Bluetooth Low Energy, Thread, and Zigbee delivers secure, concurrent wireless connectivity for Internet of Things (IoT) applications such as wearables, industrial, smart homes, smart cities and automotive applications. The combo link layer controller/MAC incorporates advanced data encryption and random number generation for secure wireless connections as well as allows multiple simultaneous connections between supported protocols in a single instantiation. It provides validated interoperability with software stacks through the Host Controller Interface (HCI). In addition, the controller supports isochronous channels for LE Audio, enabling broadcast audio, audio sharing, and wireless stereo applications.

The IP is delivered as RTL and firmware corresponding to an optimized IP partition to minimize system power dissipation and allow for functionality upgrades through software updates. The firmware runs on an external processor that can either be a dedicated processor or host processor. The controller is thoroughly tested and qualified in accordance with the Bluetooth Special Interest Group (SIG), Thread Group procedures, and is compliant with the Zigbee specification.

Integrating IP that adheres to industry standards enables designers to deliver energy-efficient IoT SoCs with less risk and accelerated time-to-market. For the first time in 7 years, BLE RFPHYs require changes to meet the upcoming new Bluetooth specifications in 2024 and beyond. The Synopsys RFPHY and Link Layer solutions have been designed and validated as a pair to form a complete BLE Controller Sub-system. This eliminates the risk and time consuming iterative integration process when a RFPHY and Link Layer Controller are sourced from two different IP vendors.

With the Synopsys IP solution, years of analog and RF design experience, and a broad portfolio of silicon-proven IP shipping in volume, Synopsys provides a robust wireless IP solution ready for integration into advanced SoC designs.


Synopsys Controller IP for Bluetooth, Thread, and Zigbee Datasheet
Synopsys RFPHY IP for Bluetooth, Thread, and Zigbee Datasheet

 

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  • Compliant with the Bluetooth 5.4, Bluetooth mesh, Thread, and Zigbee specifications
  • Supports isochronous channels for LE Audio
  • Optimized for power, area and memory footprint
  • Integrates Bluetooth 5.2 Link Layer and IEEE 802.15.4 Media Access Control (MAC)
  • Shares resources including memory and combo fabric for area optimization
  • Concurrent wireless connectivity between Bluetooth low energy, Thread, and Zigbee networks
  • All required security functions including advanced data encryption and random number generation
  • HCI layer for interoperability with software stacks
  • Configurable number of concurrent connections
  • Smart hardware and firmware partitioning for optimal power and area
  • Direct test mode access
  • Includes design and verification environment
  • Fully validated with the Synopsys RFPHY IP for all Bluetooth specification updates
Combo controller with 802.15.4 MAC onlySTARs Subscribe
Combo controller with BLE5.0 Link Layer only. It does not include the 15.4 MACSTARs Subscribe
Combo controller with BLE5 Link Layer and 802.15.4 MACSTARs Subscribe
Combo controller with BLE5.2 Link Layer onlySTARs Subscribe
Combo controller with BLE5.2 Link Layer and 802.15.4 MACSTARs Subscribe
Combo controller with BLE5.3 Link Layer and 802.15.4 MACSTARs Subscribe
BLE Link Layer Controller for BLE5.4 with premium featuresSTARs Subscribe
BLE Link Layer Controller for BLE5.4STARs Subscribe
Combo controller for BLE6.0 Link Layer and 802.15.4 MACSTARs Subscribe
Description: BLE Link Layer Controller for BLE5.4
Name: dwc_ble54_link_layer_only
Version: 1.40a-lca00
ECCN: 5E992/NLR
STARs: Open and/or Closed STARs
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Download: dwc_ble54_link_layer_only
Product Code: I311-0
Description: BLE Link Layer Controller for BLE5.4 with premium features
Name: dwc_ble54_combo_154_mac_premium
ECCN: 5E992/NLR
STARs: Open and/or Closed STARs
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Product Code: I279-0
Description: Combo controller for BLE6.0 Link Layer and 802.15.4 MAC
Name: dwc_ble60_ll_combo_154_mac_premium
Version: 1.40a-lca00
ECCN: 5E992/NLR
STARs: Open and/or Closed STARs
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Download: dwc_ble54_ll_combo_154_mac
Description: Combo controller with 802.15.4 MAC only
Name: dwc_801_15_4_mac_only
Version: 1.00a
ECCN: 5E992/NLR
STARs: Open and/or Closed STARs
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Toolsets: Qualified Toolsets
Download: BLE154-Combo_MAC
Product Code: D391-0
Description: Combo controller with BLE5 Link Layer and 802.15.4 MAC
Name: dwc_ble50_ll_combo_154_mac
Version: 1.00a
ECCN: 5E992/NLR
STARs: Open and/or Closed STARs
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Download: BLE154-Combo_BLE5_MAC
Product Code: D392-0
Description: Combo controller with BLE5.0 Link Layer only. It does not include the 15.4 MAC
Name: dwc_ble50_link_layer_only
Version: 1.00a
ECCN: 5E992/NLR
STARs: Open and/or Closed STARs
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Download: BLE154-Combo_BLE5
Product Code: D389-0
Description: Combo controller with BLE5.2 Link Layer and 802.15.4 MAC
Name: dwc_ble52_ll_combo_154_mac
Version: 1.30a-lca00
ECCN: 3E991/NLR
STARs: Open and/or Closed STARs
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Download: dw_iip_DWC_ble154combo_3
Product Code: F305-0
Description: Combo controller with BLE5.2 Link Layer only
Name: dwc_ble52_link_layer_only
Version: 1.30a-lca00
ECCN: 3E991/NLR
STARs: Open and/or Closed STARs
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Download: dw_iip_DWC_ble154combo_3
Product Code: F304-0
Description: Combo controller with BLE5.3 Link Layer and 802.15.4 MAC
Name: dwc_ble53_ll_combo_154_mac
Version: 1.30a-lca00
ECCN: 3E991/NLR
STARs: Open and/or Closed STARs
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Download: dwc_ble53_ll_combo_154_mac