Bluetooth | Software: Explanation of the Qualcomm S7 Series Platform Tensilica Tools Download Method

1. Qualcomm S7 series chips support loading third-party algorithms. For details on which algorithms are supported, you can refer to the following link:

https://www.qualcomm.com/support/qan/member-directory?facetMemberships=Voice%20%26%20Music%20Extension%20Program

2. In order to develop third-party algorithms, we need to use Tensilica Tools.Homepage | Tensilica ToolsDownload the corresponding tools on the platform:

3. Before downloading the Tensilica Tools, you need to register an account on the platform first:

1) To register an account on this platform, you need to use a company email address; personal email addresses cannot be used for registration.

2) The registration link is: https://tensilicatools.com/login/

3) During registration, you might encounterCaptcha is invalidThe error issue.

The issue mentioned above occurs because Google services are blocked in the country, which prevents reCAPTCHA from loading and thus makes it impossible to proceed to the next step. This can be resolved by installing an extension in the Chrome browser.gooreplacerUse a plugin to solve the issue, or use the Firefox browser and add the Replace Google CDN plugin.

Reference links are as follows:

https://zhuanlan.zhihu.com/p/676305393#:~:text=%E5%87%BA%E7%8E%B0%E4%BB%A5%E4%B8%8A%E7%9A%84%E8%BF%99%E4%B8%AA%E9%97%AE%E9%A2%98%EF%BC%8C%E6%98%AF%E5%9B%A0%E4%B8%BA%E5%9B%BD%E5%86%85%E5%B1%8F%E8%94%BD%EE%80%80google%E6%9C%8D%E5%8A%A1%EF%BC%8C%E5%AF%BC%E8%87%B4%EE%80%81

4) After successfully registering, you will receive an email that requires you to fill out a form. Once submitted, it will need to be reviewed before you can use it normally.

After logging in, it appears as follows:

You can now unlock the corresponding tools on the computer and proceed to download them.

FAQ1: Is there any reference documentation?

80-72800-1_REV_AK_ADK_Getting_Started_Guide_-_Snapdragon_S7,_S7+_Gen_1,_S5_Gen_1_Sound_Platform.pdf

FAQ2: What kind of platform is Tensilica Tools?

Tensilica is a U.S.-based company specializing in the development of customizable microprocessor solutions. Tensilica Tools primarily include the Xtensa processor development toolchain and DSP design tools, offering a comprehensive suite of solutions ranging from code compilation to system simulation. These tools support custom instruction extensions and low-power design. They also serve as the platform tools for our current audio DSP development.

FAQ3: For the third-party DSP algorithm mentioned above, does Qualcomm charge a license key fee?

Since it's a third-party algorithm, Qualcomm definitely won't charge for the license key again. It's possible that the DSP algorithm provider might require a fee.

FAQ4: Which QCC chips support the development of the above third-party DSP algorithms?

Some of the S5 chips and all of the S7 chips. For more detailed information, feel free to contact us.

FAQ5: What audio subsystems are currently available for download on this website?

Currently, the website offers two audio subsystems for customers to develop: one is the main audio DSP (MDSP) with a HiFi 4 core; the other is the low latency DSP (LL-DSP) with a HiFi 3 core.