Toshiba Broadens Embedded Flash Microcontroller Product Line With New 16-Bit and 8-Bit Microcontrollers
Cost-Effective, Low-Power Devices Suit Diverse Applications, Including Consumer and Industrial Products
SAN JOSE, Calif., Embedded Systems Conference, April 3 /PRNewswire/ -- Toshiba America Electronic Components, Inc. (TAEC)* today announced the expansion of its embedded flash microcontroller (MCU) product line with the addition of a new 16-bit MCU and six new 8-bit MCUs based on SuperFlash(R) technology. The TMP91FY42FG, Toshiba's first 16-bit device with high-capacity SuperFlash memory, integrates 256Kbytes of flash memory and was designed for medium- to high-end applications, including industrial control, security systems and handheld products. Since the company introduced its first 8-bit MCU with SuperFlash memory in April 2004, it has continued to roll out new devices and with the addition of the latest devices, the family now consists of 19 MCUs targeting a wide range of applications, including consumer and industrial products. TAEC will be displaying the MCUs in booth #1510 at the Embedded Systems Conference Silicon Valley 2006 here this week.
"Toshiba Corporation, a world leader in MCUs with one of the largest product portfolios available, has broadened its MCU product offering with these latest cost-effective, low-power 8- and 16-bit MCUs based on SuperFlash technology," said Roland Gehrmann, business development manager in the ASSP Business Unit at TAEC.
Highly Integrated TMP91FY42FG 16-Bit MCU Integrates 256Kbytes of On-Board Flash, Minimizes External Component Count and Enhances Programming Flexibility
The TMP91FY42FG combines a high-capacity flash memory of 256Kbytes with an integrated 10-bit 8-channel analog-to-digital converter (ADC), an 8-channel 8- bit timer, a 2-channel 16-bit timer and a watchdog timer. I/O functions include a 2-channel SIO/UART, an I2C interface, support for IrDA version 1.0 at 115.2kbps, and 81 I/O ports. Additional on-board memory includes 16Kbytes of internal RAM and 4Kbytes of mask ROM for booting; external memory expansion to 16Mbytes is fully supported. The high-speed MCU is based on Toshiba's ultra-low-power TLCS-900/L1 processor core and operates with voltages between 2.7 volts (V) and 3.6V. The minimum instruction execution time is only 148 nanoseconds at 27 megahertz. Overall power consumption is further reduced by the three standby modes, including a programmable idle option. The device is fully compatible with other Toshiba devices based on the TLCS-900/L and TLCS- 900/H cores. Packaging is a compact 100-pin LQFP package with dimensions of 14mm x 14mm.
General-Purpose 8-bit MCUs Available in Many Configurations to Suit Diverse Applications
The new 8-bit MCUs consist of 6 devices with flash memory configurations ranging from 16Kbytes to 60Kbytes and various RAM, peripheral and packaging options. Two of the devices incorporate an LCD controller for powering displays; this integration reduces external component count and increases reliability. The devices incorporate the high-performance Toshiba TLCS-870/C 8-bit CPU core. See the table below for a technical overview of the devices.
About Toshiba's SuperFlash Implementation
Toshiba's SuperFlash implementation can be programmed much faster than many alternative flash technologies. The availability of three distinct programming modes-parallel, serial PROM, and in-system programming (ISP)- provides pre- and post-production programming flexibility. ISP mode allows upgrades and fixes in the field under control of the user program. This removes the need to switch off the output to an LCD panel or active output controls.
Technical Specification Summary
Part TMP86FH09NG TMP86FH12MG TMP86FS23UG TMP86FS28FG
Number 8-bit MCU 8-bit MCU 8-bit MCU 8-bit MCU
Flash 16Kbytes 16Kbytes 60Kbytes 60Kbytes
Size
RAM Size 512 bytes 512 bytes 2Kbytes 2Kbytes
I/O 26 24 51 62
Serial UART/SIO UART/SIO UART/SIO UART/SIO
Port
Timer 2 x 8-bit, 2 x 8-bit, 1 x 18-bit, 4 channels x
1x16-bit 1x16-bit 4 x 8-bit 8-bit,
IGBT control RTC 1 channels x
timer 16-bit
A/D 6 channels x 8 channels x 8 channels x 8 channels x
Converter 10-bit 10-bit 10-bit 10-bit
LCD No No 32 segments 40 segments
Controller x 4com x 4com
Package SDIP 32 SSOP 30 LQFP 64 QFP/LQFP 80
Part Number TMP86FH47AUG TMP86FS64FG TMP91FY42FG
8-bit MCU 8-bit MCU 16-bit MCU
Flash Size 16Kbytes 60Kbytes 256Kbytes
RAM Size 512 bytes 2Kbytes 16Kbytes
I/O 35 91 81
Serial Port UART/SIO UART/SIO 2 x UART/SIO,
IrDA, I2C
Timer 2 x 8-bit, 1 x 4 channels x 8- 8 channels x 8-
16-bit bit, bit,
2 channels x 16- 2 channels x
bit 16-bit
RTC
A/D 8 channels x 10- 16 channels x 8 channels x
Converter bit 10-bit 10-bit
LCD No No No
Controller
Package QFP 44/ LQFP 48 QFP 100 LQFP 100
(7mm x 7mm)
Pricing and Availability
Samples of all of these devices are available now and they are in volume production. The 16-bit TMP91FY42FG is priced at $6.45 in 10,000-piece quantities. Pricing for the 8-bit devices varies, depending on the device specifications. For example, TMP86FH09NG is priced at $1.19 in 10,000-piece quantities.
*About TAEC
Combining quality and flexibility with design engineering expertise, TAEC brings a breadth of advanced, next-generation technologies to its customers. This broad offering includes memory and flash memory-based storage solutions, a broad range of discrete devices, displays, medical tubes, ASICs, custom SOCs, microprocessors, microcontrollers and wireless components for the computing, wireless, networking, automotive and digital consumer markets.
TAEC is an independent operating company owned by Toshiba America, Inc., a subsidiary of Toshiba Corp. (Toshiba), Japan's second largest semiconductor manufacturer and the world's ninth largest integrated manufacturer of electric and electronic equipment. In almost 130 years of operation, Toshiba has recorded numerous firsts and made many valuable contributions to technology and society. For additional company and product information, please visit TAEC's website at chips.toshiba.com. For technical inquiries, please e-mail Email Contact.
Information in this press release, including product pricing and specifications, content of services and contact information, is current and believed to be accurate on the date of the announcement, but is subject to change without prior notice. Technical and application information contained here is subject to the most recent applicable Toshiba product specifications. In developing designs, please ensure that Toshiba products are used within specified operating ranges as set forth in the most recent Toshiba product specifications and the information set forth in Toshiba's "Handling Guide for Semiconductor Devices," or "Toshiba Semiconductor Reliability Handbook." This information is available at www.chips.toshiba.com, or from your TAEC representative.
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