TI re-architects embedded control to make the world greener with new Concerto™ dual-core microcontrollers
TI's new Concerto 32-bit microcontrollers based on C28x and ARM® Cortex™-M3 cores enable real-time control with a 13X performance increase and advanced connectivity without compromise.
Empowering developers to design greener, more connected applications, Texas
Instruments announced its new C2000™ Concerto dual-core microcontroller (MCU)
series. The new Concerto 32-bit microcontrollers combine TI's
class-leading-performance C28x core and control peripherals with an ARM
Cortex-M3 core and connectivity peripherals to deliver a clearly partitioned
architecture that supports real-time control and advanced connectivity in a
single, cost-efficient device. To make them easy to use, Concerto MCUs are
supported by an intuitive software infrastructure as well as application and
connectivity libraries within controlSUITE™ software. The series includes
multiple safety and security features and is code compatible across the C2000
platform to enable scalability and code reuse in green applications such as
intelligent motor control, renewable energy, smart grid, digital power and
electric vehicles.
For more information, go to
www.ti.com/concerto-lp-pr
Greener applications require the
performance of a real-time control MCU to execute complex algorithms needed for
precise, efficient power conversion, which is the essence of efficient motor
control, renewable energy and smart grid technologies. But to take that
efficiency to new levels that can dramatically save energy, these applications
must also be connected for remote data sharing, diagnostics, monitoring and
control. Concerto MCUs enable developers to do both real-time control and
connectivity within one microcontroller, eliminating the traditional need to
choose between optimal performance and advanced connectivity.
Concerto F28M35x microcontroller series features and benefits:
- Real-time control subsystem based on TI's C28x core with floating point
and the Viterbi Complex Math Unit delivers 13X performance over existing
MCUs as well as industry-leading control peripherals required to design the
most reliable, efficient green applications
- Robust host communication subsystem based on Cortex-M3 and connectivity
peripherals such as Ethernet, USB On-The-Go, dual CAN, and multiple serial
communication ports
- Performance can be tailored to different applications with options for
150/75 MHz, 100/100 MHz or 60/60 MHz on the C28x and Cortex-M3 cores,
respectively
- Safety and security features, including up to 1 MB of flash and 132 KB
RAM with error correction, parity on CAN and interrupt registers, redundancy
for functions, and lock protection
- Free turnkey application and connectivity software libraries, including
Ethernet and USB (Digital power, motor control and renewable energy
libraries will be available in 3Q11)
- Speeds design with simple development environment that supports
programming each subsystem independently
- Roadmap for tailored devices to meet specific smart grid applications,
such as smart electric meters and concentrators
Get started quickly with tools and training
The new
Concerto F28M35x Experimenter Kit includes a F28M35x controlCARD and docking
station to enable developers to easily begin evaluation and development. The
modular controlCARD is hardware compatible with TI's C2000 application-specific
development kits, and software to further support development on the kits will
be available later this year. Free, on-demand training for Concerto MCUs is
immediately available online, and is a great way for developers to begin further
exploring the optimized architecture, tailored features and easy-to-use software
infrastructure of the devices.
Pricing and availability
Available in a 144 QFP package,
Concerto MCUs now start at $6.99 at 1K and samples can be immediately ordered at
www.ti.com/concerto-es-lp-pr. The Concerto F28M35x Experimenter Kit is priced at
$139. The Concerto F28M35x controlCARD is also available individually for $99.
Both are immediately available to order at www.ti.com/concerto-es-lp. There is
an estimated 4 week lead time for samples and kits.
TI's broad portfolio of MCUs and software
From general
purpose, ultra-low power MSP430™ MCUs, to Stellaris® Cortex-M 32-bit MCUs and
high-performance, real-time control C2000 MCUs, TI offers the broadest range of
microcontroller solutions. Designers can accelerate time to market by tapping
into TI's complete software and hardware tools, extensive third-party offerings
and technical support.
Find out more about TI's Concerto MCUs and support by visiting the
links below:
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