FRDM-17510EVB

Evaluation and Demonstration Boards and Kits are essential components in the engineering, research, and design processes. They allow evaluation of different types of hardware, establishing time-saving benchmarks, and enabling prototyping of solutions to specific problems. The FRDM-17510EVB from NXP Semiconductors is a versatile development board for prototyping and evaluating mixed signal applications.

Overview

The FRDM-17510EVB board is based on the MC9S12NE64 family of microcontroller units from NXP Semiconductors. It measures 7.6” wide and 6.7” long, and includes 1kB of non-volatile memory, a USB port for power and communication to a host computer, two headers for connecting external components or programming devices, and one 74HCT245 character LCD display. The board also features an on-board 16-bit PWM generator, two independent 8-bit DACs, and eight 8-bit general purpose I/O ports.

Application field

The FRDM-17510EVB is designed to provide a low-cost, low-power solution for developing applications that require mixed signal I/O. It can be used in a variety of fields, such as automotive, consumer and medical electronics, embedded computing, and industrial control. The FRDM-17510EVB can be used to develop applications such as motor control, data logging, temperature measurement, LED control, wireless communications, and much more.

Working Principle

The FRDM-17510EVB features a range of I/O ports, including general purpose I/O ports that can be configured for a variety of types and configurations. It also houses an 8-bit ADC with 8 analog inputs that can be used for analog measurement and mapping. Furthermore, the board includes 16-bit PWM generator which can produce various waveforms with programmable frequency and duty cycle.

The FRDM-17510EVB also contains two 8-bit DACs and one 74HCT245 character LCD display. When configured correctly, these components enable the user to create real-time data visualization and control with a user-friendly interface.

Conclusion

NXP Semiconductors’ FRDM-17510EVB is a versatile development board that offers a low-cost, low-power solution for developing applications that require a variety of inputs and outputs. Its ADC, PWM, DACs, and LCD enable a wide range of projects suitable for both consumer and industrial applications.