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April 2016
Humidity, Temperature, and Barometer
SENSORS
from TE Connectivity
HTU21D humidity and temperature sensor
MS5637 ultra-compact micro barometer
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DMOS Microstepping Driver
Allegro MicroSystems, LLC introduces a new integrated bipolar stepper motor driver IC with built-in translator for easy operation. Allegro’s A5984 is designed to operate bipolar stepper motors from full-step up to 1/32 step modes that are selectable by MSx logic inputs. This new device has an output drive capacity of up to 40 V and ±2 A and operates with a single supply...Read More
Quad Channel 12-Bit ADC with JESD204B
The ADC34J2 is a series of TI’s quad-channel, 12-bit, 50 MSPS to 160 MSPS, analog-to-digital converters with JESD204B interface. This series is designed specifically to support demanding, high input frequency signals with large dynamic range requirements. A clock input divider allows more flexibility for system clock architecture design while the SYSREF input enables complete system synchronization...Read More
24 V, 480 W Single Output Industrial DIN Rail Power Supply
The DRP480-24 is an industrial DIN Rail Power Supply having an output power of 480 watts. The power supply has an output voltage of 24 volts and output current of 20 amperes. It has an isolation capacitance of 0.89 H. It is also equipped with over temperature and over current protection...Read More
Digi-Key to Present at APEC 2016
Digi-Key Electronics has been invited to present and discuss with attendees how the company’s intensive focus on technical data, relevant content and updated design tools are helping design engineers with their entire Power design process. The industry session, IS01, titled “Aiding Design Excellence”, will take place Tuesday, March 22nd | 8:30 a.m. – 11:55 a.m. at the 2016 Applied Power Electronics Conference (APEC) in Long Beach, CA...Read More
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SomatXR DAQ System New Modules
HBM, Inc. launched three more module options for its rugged SomatXR data acquisition system, extending the range of applications and bringing the number of modules to eight. The rugged design of all SomatXR modules make them ideal for applications, environments and operating conditions where laptops and other amplifiers would fail quickly...Read More
Keeping The Power On with Watson IoT
IBM’s Watson Internet of Things (IoT) technology has been selected by Fingrid, Finland’s main electricity transmission grid operator, to manage its 14,000 km electricity grid network and ensure uninterrupted service to customers. Keeping the power flowing through Fingrid’s 14,000 km electricity grid is a daunting task that requires a holistic understanding of grid operations, maintenance and safety issues...Read More
45 WLED Driver with Boost Converter
The LDS8724 is a fixed frequency current mode boost converter with internal synchronous rectifier and cycle-by-cycle switch current limit specifically designed to drive matrix of LEDs in respect with the operation at 1 MHz allows use of small value low profile inductor (10 – 33 µH) and 1 µF 50 V ceramic capacitor. The use of integrated synchronous rectifier makes the efficiency dependent on only inductor DC resistance. Under-voltage protection disables the part when Vin voltage reaches 2.0 V.... Read More
200 V Brushless Motor Controller
The MSK4324 is a 10 A, 200 V, three-phase MOSFET brushless motor controller with a convenient isolated baseplate package. This device has the normal features for protecting the bridge. Included is all the bridge drive circuitry, hall sensing circuitry, commutation circuitry and all the current sensing and analog circuitry necessary for closed loop current mode (torque) control...Read More
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High Temperature Resistant Epoxy
Master Bond EP17HT-100 is a high performance, one part epoxy with superb physical properties. EP17HT-100 is not premixed and frozen and has unlimited working life at room temperature. The epoxy has moderate viscosity with good flow properties, and can be used for potting and encapsulation in thicknesses up to 1/2 inch. Most importantly, EP17HT-100 cures in 60-90 minutes at 200-220°F, or 45-60 minutes at 275-300°F...Read More
High Reliability Industrial Relay
The CS7 series are heavy duty, compact industrial control relays designed for applications which require high reliability and versatility. It contains an interlock contact for fail-safe control circuits which is backed by SUVA-PRO certification. Its auxiliary components also provide a range of options that convert the basic four pole relay. This CS7 relays are DIN-rail mountable for instant installation and modification...Read More
Low Profile 5 A Power Module
Microchip Technology Inc. launched an integrated switching power module designed specifically for height-constrained telecom, industrial and solid-state drive (SSD) applications. The new MIC45404 comes in a thermally enhanced package that incorporates inductors and passive components into a single, molded power converter...Read More
6-Axis Inertial Measurement Unit
Mouser Electronics, Inc. announced the availability of Bosch Sensortec’s BMI160 (262-BMI160), a low power and low noise 6-axis inertial measurement unit (IMU). The IMU is designed for mobile applications that require highly accurate, real-time sensor data, such as augmented reality, immersive gaming and indoor navigation...Read More
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Extremely Small 2-Input AND Gate
The 74AUP1G08GM is an extremely small single 2-input AND gate designed mainly for portable applications. All of its inputs are tolerant to 3.6 V with low threshold input options. This type of AND gate is also available in other mini logic packages. Schmitt-trigger action at all inputs makes the circuit tolerant to slower input rise and fall times across the entire VCCrange from 0.8 V to 3.6 V...Read More
CCD Noise Sources
In an ideal digital camera, the noise performance of the CCD governs the dynamic range of the output image. There are two primary types of noise: temporal noise and spatial noise. While spatial noise can be compensated for with differencing techniques, temporal noise does not offer that opportunity ...Read More
10-bit Single 3 V Analog to Digital Converter
The AD9215BCPZ-105 is a single 3 V supply ADC featuring low power ADC core and a differential input with 300 MHz bandwidth. The product also offers a flexible analog input, as well as offset binary or two’s complement data format and clock duty cycle stabilizer. The AD9215 is a family of monolithic, single 3 V supply, 10-bit, 65/80/105 MSPS analog-to-digital converters (ADC) ...Read More
900 V Off-Line CV/CC Flyback Switcher IC
Power Integrations announced the addition of a 900 V device to its InnoSwitch™-EP family of off-line CV/CC flyback switcher ICs. The new device targets power supplies operating from highvoltage DC and three-phase power sources found in industrial, motor-drive, metering and renewable energy applications, and standard mains-voltage applications where continuous operation during line swells and surges is required...Read More
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Reverse Mount Infrared LED with Lens
The SML-S13RT is an optical sensor developed by ROHM. The device serves as the eyes to monitor changes in any motion and comply with the user’s day-to-day diversifying requests. The device operates on a temperature range of -40 °C to 85°C ...Read More
World’s First Single Chip 8K Video Decoder
Socionext Inc. introduces the world’s first single-chip SoC that can process decoding of 8K resolution HEVC video. Socionext’s SCH801A was developed in cooperation with NHK (Nippon Hoso Kyokai Japan Broadcasting Corporation), and has successfully performed decoding of 8K test streaming data...Read More
3-Phase Gate Driver with Dual Current Sense Amps
The DRV8301 is a 3-phase brushless motor pre-driver with dual current sense amplifiers ad buck converter (PWM Ctrl with SPI). The device consists of three half-bridge drivers, each capable of driving two N-channel MOSFETs. It supports up to 1.7 A source and 2.3 A peak current capability...Read More
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PR
DUCT INSIGHTS
Humidity, Temperature, and Barometer SENSORS from TE Connectivity
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FEATURED PRODUCTS SUPPLEMENT
For this Arrow Product Insights we will discuss TE Connectivity Sensor Solution’s Humidity, Temperature and Barometer Sensors. TE Connectivity Sensors Solutions offer a wide variety of sensors. We would like to showcase a few of TE Connectivity’s many sensors.
TE’s HTU21D humidity and temperature sensor is a three by three by point nine millimeter surface mount sensor that typically consumes less than half a milliamp when taking measurements and in the tens of nanoamps when sleeping. It outputs data in a calibrated, linearized signal via an I2C interface meaning this HTU21D humidity and temperature sensor is not only small and power efficient, but easy to use. This sensor’s optional PTFE membrane helps protect against contamination from water and dust without affecting response time. From small portable devices to home appliances and medical applications, TE’s HTU21D humidity and temperature sensor is perfect for any application.
Another sensor offered by TE is the MS5637 ultra-compact micro barometer, measuring a mere three by three by point nine millimeters. This highly sensitive barometer can be used in altimeter applications and can achieve a resolution of thirteen centimeters at sea level. With no external components, this simple I squared C interface contains no internal registers, making this an easy-to-use device. TE Connectivity’s Sensor Solutions portfolio include a variety of other sensing devices such as force sensors, photo optic sensors and position sensors. To learn more about the wide range of sensing solutions available, search TE Connectivity Sensors at Arrow.com.
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MYLINK
MYLINK
Newswire
Time-of-Flight Signal Processing IC Intersil Corporation rolled out its innovative time-of-flight (ToF) signal processing IC that provides a complete object detection and distance measurement solution when combined with an external emitter (LED or laser) and photodiode. The ISL29501 ToF device offers one-of-a-kind functionality, including ultra-small size, low-power consumption, and superior performance ideal for connected devices that make up the Internet of Things (IoT), as well as consumer mobile devices and the emerging commercial drone market.
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The ISL29501 overcomes the shortcomings of traditional amplitude-based proximity sensors and other ToF solutions that perform poorly in lighting conditions above 2,000 lux, or cannot provide distance information unless the object is perpendicular to the sensor. Alternative solutions are too expensive, bulky or power hungry for use in small form factor, battery-powered applications. Based on Intersil’s patented technology, the ISL29501 sensor provides a small solution footprint and precision long-range accuracy up to two meters in both dark and bright ambient light conditions. Unlike competitive solutions, the ISL29501 allows customers to select the emitter and photodiode of their choice and configure a low power ToF sensing system customized for their application. To make system design easy for customers, Intersil offers a reference design featuring the ISL29501, emitter and photodiode, along with graphical user interface (GUI) software and user’s guide. The ISL29501 applies Intersil’s power management expertise to save power and extend battery life through several innovations. The on-chip emitter DAC with programmable current up to 255mA allows system designers to select the desired current level for driving the external infrared (IR) LED or laser. This feature enables optimization of distance measurement, object detection and power budget. The device’s single shot mode saves power by allowing designers to define the sampling period for initial object detection and approximate distance, while continuous mode more accurately measures distance. The ISL29501 also performs system calibration to accommodate performance variations of the external components across temperature and ambient light conditions. “Prior to Intersil’s time-of-flight technology breakthrough, there was no practical way to measure distance up to two meters in a small form factor,” said Andrew Cowell, senior vice president of Mobile Power Products at Intersil. “The innovative ISL29501 provides customers a cost-effective, small footprint solution that also gives them the flexibility to use multiple devices to increase the field of view to a full 360 degrees for enhanced object detection capabilities.”
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On-chip DSP calculates ToF for accurate proximity detection and distance measurement up to two meters
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Modulation frequency of 4.5MHz prevents interference with other consumer products such as IR TV remote controls that operate at 40kHz
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On-chip emitter DAC with programmable current up to 255mA allows designers to choose the desired current level to optimize distance measurement and power budget
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Operates in single shot mode for initial object detection and approximate distance measurement, while continuous mode improve distance accuracy
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On-chip active ambient light rejection minimizes or eliminates the influence of ambient light during distance measurement
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Programmable distance zones: allows the user to define three ToF distance zones for determining interrupt alerts
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Interrupt controller generates interrupt alerts using distance measurements and user defined thresholds
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Automatic gain control sets optimum analog signal levels to achieve best SNR response
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Supply voltage range of 2.7V to 3.3V
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I2C interface supports 1.8V and 3.3V bus
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USB Type-C
Solutions from NXP
Welcome to Inside the Lab with Arrow Electronics, the web series dedicated to exploring the latest in technology and electronics. In this episode, we’ll discuss NXP’s USB Type-C solutions. USB Type-C is frequently confused with the new USB 3.1 standard as they came out at about the same time but the Type-C connectors are the physical standards of the cables and connectors, whereas the 3.1 standard defines a faster transfer mode. The Type-C connector has many improvements over the standard USB cables and plugs we have used up to this point. The USB Type-C cable is reversible, making it easier to plug in. This is the most obvious change, and while it is convenient, it is not the most important. As shown in video demonstration, Type-C connectors are rated for
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transferring up to one hundred watts of power, while simultaneously transferring data, and video. The communicating devices can also request different voltage levels, for greater flexibility between connecting low power or power hungry devices. NXP offers solutions for every part of the system, and include highspeed switches, analog switches, USB redrivers, USB logic controllers, USB load switches, AC to DC converters, authentication devices, interface filtering, and MOSFETs. To learn more about how to integrate NXP’s Type-C products into your next project, visit arrow.com.
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TYPE-C CONNECTORS ARE RATED FOR TRANSFERRING UP TO ONE HUNDRED WATTS OF POWER, WHILE SIMULTANEOUSLY TRANSFERRING DATA, AND VIDEO. Click the image below to watch a video demonstration of the USB Type-C cable.
NXP offers solutions for every part of the system: • High-speed switches • Analog switches • USB redrivers • USB PD, PHY, & CC logic controllers • USB load switches • AC-to-DC converters • Authentication devices • Interface protection and filtering
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• MOSFETs • Microcontrollers
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NXP Mini Logic Streamlines Board Design
NXP advances Mini Logic solutions with MicroPak (XSON) state-of-the-art packaging. Designed for use in portable applications, where board space is always an issue, Mini Logic gates in XSON packages are dramatically smaller, leading to compact and slimmer overall designs.
STREAMLINING BOARD DESIGN
form factors with reduced battery sizes to further advance today’s portable electronic products.
Use of NXP’s Mini Logic product solutions, especially the innovative MicroPak leadless packages, can save up to 85% of board space, speed up time to market, provide a competitive edge, and result in considerable cost savings.
TARGET APPLICATIONS
Why? Because Mini Logic allows designers to select the specific logic functions and package footprints that best suit the application— greater efficiency that simplifies layout, supports last-minute feature improvements, eases board production, and lowers cost. NXP’s Mini Logic offering also includes the lowest power logic solutions available (AXP family), enabling smaller
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NXP offers the industry’s largest, most comprehensive portfolio of 0.8V to 5.0V Mini Logic products, along with MicroPak, the world’s smallest 5-pin logic package. Whether an application requires low voltage, low power, or the stringent specifications of automotive qualification, whether it has space constraints or a rapid time-to-market need, NXP has the ideal Mini Logic solution to help consumer, portable, and automotive applications.
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FEATURES •
Single gate, dual gate, and triple gate
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Lowest power logic solutions available
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5-, 6-, 8-, or 10-pin packages
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Choice of leaded or leadless packages
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0.95mm, 0.65mm, 0.50mm, 0.35mm, & 0.30mm pitches
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Pb-free, RoHS and dark green compliant
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Temperature range -40ºC to 125ºC
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AEC-Q100 qualification
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AXP Translators In order to reduce power dissipation in electronic applications there is a trend toward lower supply voltages. A consequence of this trend is a necessity to interface in modular designs between applications at different supply voltages.
NXP has added innovative voltage level translating devices to its existing Advanced eXtremely low Power (AXP) logic family to further improve its portfolio of translator products. These translating gates ensure interface compatibility of new lower voltage designs to existing products without serious power dissipation penalties.
The AXP family of Si-gate CMOS devices uses leading low threshold process technology and next generation packaging technology to create extremely small functions that support the trend to very low operating voltage and consume very little power. The AXP translators are level translating gates targeted at small footprint portable applications. They are available in single (1G), dual (2G), and triple (3G) gate Mini Logic formats. Multiple standard and configurable logic functions are included in the AXP translators. These are made available in the industries smallest packages.
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In order to reduce power dissipation in electronic applications there is a trend toward lower supply voltages. A consequence of this trend is a necessity to interface in modular designs between applications at different supply voltages.
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Industry’s LOWEST POWER VOLTAGE TRANSLATORS for Mixed Voltage Applications FEATURES
TARGET APPLICATIONS
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4 Dual supply voltage level translation
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Smart phones/Tablet PC’s
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VCCI = 0.7 V to 2.75 V; VCCO = 1.2 V to 5.5 V
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Digital cameras
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Very low dynamic power dissipation (CPD)
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Portable medical devices
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Fully specified at the 0.8 V node
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Other power sensitive applications
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Schmitt-trigger action on all inputs
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12 mA balanced output drive
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Over-voltage tolerant I/Os
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Fully specified (-40 to +85 °C)
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Pb-free, RoHS compliant and Dark Green
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Low propagation delay
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Suitable for mixed voltage applications
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High noise immunity
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Extended battery life
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Wide range of functions
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Simplified board layout, mechanical stability
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Microchip’s
MPLAB Xpress Cloud-Based IDE Provides a Free
Development Platform
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Based IDE
Microchip’s newly launched MPLAB Xpress is a cloud-based integrated development environment (IDE) aimed at giving developers easy access to the tools environment on any Internet-connected computer or tablet. MPLAB Xpress contains the most popular features of the MPLAB X IDE, allowing programmers to easily move between the two environments. MPLAB Xpress is the first of its
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t’s easy for users to get started on MPLAB Xpress because they do not have to download or configure their machines to test out the environment. Using the MPLAB Xpress Evaluation Board, programmers can load example codes, compile their codes with the free compiler, and program the evaluation board. This can be done without ever creating a login for MPLAB Xpress. To take advantage of all the features, programmers need only create an account, which allows them to save projects, generate code with MPLAB Code Configurator (MCC), and program and debug a Curiosity Development Board and PICkit 3 In-Circuit Debugger.
Beyond the tools provided in the MPLAB Xpress is a vast community of developers who can share code, design ideas, and knowledge through a forum and examples.
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A Pro version of XC8 C-Compile, which is available for upgrade at any time during the project, shows programmers how much code savings and optimization are available. Both monthly subscriptions and one-time purchase options are available. Beyond the tools provided in the MPLAB Xpress is a vast community of developers who can share code, design ideas, and knowledge through a forum and examples. The forum, dedicated to MPLAB Xpress, enables developers to ask and answer questions during the building process. The examples in the community are of user-produced codes and Microchip-validated codes, which promote communication between expert and novice PIC microcontroller users. All code examples are free to any MPLAB Xpress user, who can search for relevant code using tags, function, peripherals, board, and device. Any code containing the Microchip logo indicates the code has been tested and approved by a Microchip engineer. Examples are also community regulated. Any posted example code is available for community use and, as it is used, it can be ranked from one to five stars. Higher ratings indicate greater confidence among developers that the code is a great working piece. These features, as well as 10GB of secure online storage, are included with the free MPLAB Xpress account.
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MPLAB Xpress offers a configuration tool for the majority of Microchip’s 8-bit and 16-bit microcontrollers while Microchip continues to grow what Xpress does and supports. This tool is not an offshoot of the version in Microchip’s MPLAB X. Rather, it is a full MCC that was constructed in a way that can be either compiled as a plugin or a Java web start. Either compilation, which provides the same functionality with slight visual differences, can be accessed from any Internet-connected PC or Mac. Under the hood of MPLAB Xpress lives all of the core components of MPLAB X. MPLAB Xpress gets projects started, and as much time as needed can be spent on a project. Designers who require more advanced features can upgrade to MPLAB X and migrate to it at any time. The MPLAB Xpress uses Microchip’s XC compilers. After a project begins, it utilizes the existing compiler until completion. If another compiler becomes available, any new projects begun by the same user will use the newest version. Currently, the latest 10 revisions of a user’s code will be archived. To access the MPLAB Xpress IDE and a quick start guide, visit mplabxpress.microchip.com.
MPLAB® Xpress Cloud-Based IDE QUICK START GUIDE Welcome to MPLAB Xpress Cloud-Based IDE. MPLAB Xpress is an online development environment that contains the most popular features of our award-winning MPLAB X IDE. This simplified and distilled application is a faithful reproduction of our desktop-based program, which allows you to easily transition between the two environments. MPLAB Xpress is a perfect starting point for new users of PIC® microcontrollers—no downloads, no machine configuration, and no waiting are necessary to get started on your system development.
OPTION 1: Preview MPLAB Xpress with Test Drive Mode The fastest way to get started with MPLAB Xpress is Test Drive Mode. Simply point your browser to mplabxpress.microchip.com and click the “Test Drive” button. Most of the features of the IDE are available, and the MPLAB Xpress Evaluation Board can be programmed in this mode.
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Load Example Code
Begin your evaluation with our library of code examples from the MPLAB Xpress Community. Click the “EXAMPLES” button in the upper right quadrant of the IDE.
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Compile Your Code
Press the “Make and Program Device” icon in the upper left quadrant of the IDE.
Once you find an example that suits your interest, Click the “Open” tab to launch the example in the MPLAB Xpress IDE.
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Program the MPLAB Xpress Evaluation Board
Connect the MPLAB Xpress Evaluation Board to your PC with a Micro-USB cable. The MPLAB Xpress Evaluation Board will appear as a USB mass storage device or FLASH drive.
A project_name.hex file will be generated and placed into the "Downloads" directory of your PC.
Copy the generated .hex file to the root directory** of the MPLAB Xpress Evaluation Board’s FLASH drive. Note: The MPLAB Xpress Evaluation Board only recognizes files placed in the root directory.
Perform a hard reset using the RESET button on the board.
mplabxpress.microchip.com
Under the hood of MPLAB Xpress lives all of the core components of MPLAB X... Designers who require more advanced features can upgrade to MPLAB X and migrate to it at any time.
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