XE216-512-TQ128-I20

XE216-512-TQ128-I20 Application Field and Working Principle

XE216-512-TQ128-I20 is a powerful microcontroller from SIMCOM, a leading provider of embedded communication solutions. It is aimed at embedded control and applications in automotive, medical, security, telecommunication, and more. It is designed for customers to meet the most demanding requirements for both cost and performance.

The XE216-512-TQ128-I20 features a 32-bit ARM Cortex-M3 core that operates at a maximum frequency of 200MHz up to 512KB of flash memory and up to 128KB of SRAM. It is also built with many digital and analog peripherals, such as 3-channel 16-bit high-precision ADCs with a 12-bit digital-to-analog converter, a digital pulse and frequency generator, 4 synchronization timers and a 10/100Mbps Ethernet controller. Additionally, it has two bidirectional communication module controllers that support high-speed UART (Up to 8Mbps) and I2C/SPI (Up to 10Mbps).

The XE216-512-TQ128-I20 integrates an intuitive development environment that simplifies programming processes allowing customers to quickly develop their solutions. It has an integrated construction environment that is tailored for rapid application development and debugging. Additionally, it has a powerful application programming interface (API) for rapid system development and the ability to customize software for a single product.

Application Fields:

The XE216-512-TQ128-I20 is mainly used in automotive, medical, communications, and security applications, as well as in industrial automation, home automation and gaming applications. Its high performance and low power consumption makes it ideal for embedded solutions that require small form factors, high speed and long battery life, such as in wearable devices.

The automotive applications include: interlinked hub systems, in-vehicle infotainment, driver safety and navigation systems, as well as services related to vehicle connectivity. The medical applications include: medical imaging devices, medical devices, and medical instrument interfaces. The communication applications include telecom infrastructure, backbone equipment, and handsets, while in the security sector, it is used in biometric, access control, and surveillance systems. In addition, it is also used in industrial automation, home automation, and gaming applications.

Working Principle:

The XE216-512-TQ128-I20 works on a 32-bit ARM Cortex-M3 core, with a maximum operating frequency of 200 MHz. This core utilizes RVT branch prediction and Out-of-Order execution, ensuring low power consumption and reducing system complexity. The processor also has a large range of built-in peripherals, such as 3-channel 16-bit precision ADC, a digital pulse and frequency generator, 4 synchronization timers, a 10/100 Mbps Ethernet controller and two bidirectional communication module controllers that support high-speed UART (Up to 8Mbps) and I2C/SPI (Up to 10 Mbps).

The XE216-512-TQ128-I20 also includes several hardware hooks that simplify the development process. These include a User-Mode Instruction Trace (UMIT) which allows for real-time code flow visualization and execution tracking, an instruction trace port (ITM) that allows for debugging I/O debugging and profiling, and an event trace port (ETM) which allows for end-to-end system monitoring and profiling. There is also an Internal Flash Boot mechanism that allows for easy system recovery after unexpected power loss.

Furthermore, the XE216-512-TQ128-I20 is designed with an integrated development environment which simplifies programming processes and provides an intuitive graphical user interface (GUI). It also supports Boot Strap Loader (BSP) to support operating system boot-up, as well as a wide range of development kits and a rich set of application software libraries.

Conclusion:

The XE216-512-TQ128-I20 is a powerful microcontroller from SIMCOM that offers customers the highest performance, lowest power consumption and most cost effective solutions for embedded control and application in automotive, medical, communication, security, and gaming industries. It is tailored for rapid application development, debugging and system recovery, and includes an intuitive development environment and several hardware hooks for debugging.