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From Microcontroller.com Embedded System Product News Motorola's new 9S12D32 and 9S12DP512 microcontrollers offer pin-compatibility and flash memory up to 512KB, while the 9S12C32 delivers 16-bit performance at 8-bit price levels with the first low pin count device in the HCS12 C-family and the ability to accommodate a supply voltage of 3 volts to 5 volts over an operating temperature range of -40 to +125 degrees Celsius. All three devices offer 25 MHz performance, code efficiency and on-chip debugging capability
AUSTIN, Texas - Nov. 10, 2003 - Motorola, Inc. (NYSE: MOT), has developed the 9S12D32, 9S12DP512 and 9S12C32 16-bit microcontrollers (MCUs) for designers of automotive applications. These devices extend Motorola's existing HCS12D-family at both ends of the spectrum, from 32KB to 512KB, and complement it with the introduction of a compatible, low-cost, low-pin-count family of derivatives. With the introduction of these new devices, the HCS12 family now totals more than 50 derivatives giving designers flexibility to choose between various memory and peripheral options for scalable system designs based around a common core. Expanding 16-bit Options for the Automotive Industry The 9S12C32 is the first low pin count device in the automotive HCS12 C-family. It delivers 16-bit performance at price levels previously associated with 8-bit MCUs. The three new HCS12 devices offer 25 MHz performance, code efficiency, on-chip debugging capability and code compatibility with Motorola's existing 68HC11and 68HC12 architectures. With capabilities like extended temperature, Motorola-scalable Controller Area Network (msCAN) configuration and variable flash memory options, the 9S12 devices are well suited for body control, occupant safety and other automotive applications. The devices also include optimized power consumption through a variety of efficient STOP and WAIT modes. Product Features: 9S12D32 and 9S12DP512 Specific 9S12D32 features include: 59 general-purpose input/output (I/O), one msCAN and an 80 quad flat pack (QFP). Specific 9S12DP512 features include: 91 general-purpose I/O, five msCANs and a 112 LQFP. Product Features: 9S12C32 Other 9S12C32 features include: a lower operating supply voltage (down to 3.0 volts) to support a wider range of embedded applications; 19, 33, or 58 general-purpose I/O, one msCAN; and a choice of 48 low-profile quad flat packs (LQFPs), 52 LQFPs, or 80 QFPs. These HCS12 devices feature Motorola's third-generation flash memory technology, offering fast programming times - 16 bits in as low as 20 microseconds - flexible block protection and security features to help guard customers' intellectual property contained in software code. All of Motorola's flash MCUs are in-circuit and in-application programmable and designed to give designers the flexibility to program late in the manufacturing cycle and enable remote field upgrades. Supporting HCS12 Family Development To ease application development, evaluation and debug, Motorola offers a number of tools, such as simple, cost effective BDM emulators, kits for code development and evaluation and stand-alone programmers. HCS12 development tools include Metrowerks CodeWarrior™ Integrated Development Environment for HCS12, BDM Multilink and evaluation boards, all of which can help designers design, compile, assemble and debug new applications. Customers also can access an extensive library of online tools and information via the Motorola Web site. Aisys, Inc. offers a free, downloadable auto code generator; Motorola and third-party hardware and software vendors offer various no cost high-quality development tools for the 9S12 and all Motorola MCU families. Price and Availability About Motorola, Inc. Motorola's HCS12 MCUs expands at low and high ends, now 50+ derivatives© Copyright 2012 Microcontroller.com |