ST AN1526 APPLICATION NOTE Manual

ST7FLITE0 is a low-end 8-bit MCU with many cost-saving features and it comes with low-cost tools, providing a complete package to reduce both design and final application costs to the absolute minimum.


ST AN1526 APPLICATION NOTE Manual - cover page
Brand
STMicroelectronics
Category
microcontrollers
Document type
Application Note
Language
English
Pages
26
File format
PDF
File size
306 KB
Published
07 August, 2012
Updated
30 September, 2023
MD5 checksum
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About this manual

This document serves as a quick reference guide for the ST7FLITEO 8-bit microcontroller, emphasizing its cost-saving features and small package size. It details key advantages such as the high-accuracy internal 1MHz RC oscillator, an 8-bit A/D converter with input voltage amplifier, and true E2PROM data storage with protection against piracy.

The note also covers development tools available for the ST7FLITEO, including software IDEs, simulators, and hardware debugging kits. It provides an easy reference section summarizing technical specifications and programming capabilities like In-Circuit Programming (ICP) and In-Application Programming (IAP).

What's inside

  • Introduction
  • ST7FLITEO Key Advantages
  • Low-Cost 8-Bit Microcontroller Solution
  • Area Optimization
  • High Accuracy Internal 1MHz RC Oscillator
  • 8-Bit A/D Converter with Input Voltage Amplifier
  • True E2PROM Data
  • Safe Protection Against Piracy
  • In-Circuit Programming and In-Application Programming
  • ST7FLITEO Development Tools

Specifications

Program memory1.5 Kbytes Flash (single voltage)
RAM128 bytes
Data EEPROMST7FLITEO9: 128 bytes Data EEPROM
PackageS016 (.150) or DIP16
Number of I/O pins13 (including 6 high current pins)
Vdd range2.4V - 5.5V
Temperature range-40°C to +85°C
IDDmax in RUN mode5mA
LVD levels3 levels (Standard)
Internal RC accuracy1MHz +/- 1%
A/D converter resolution8 bits with fixed gain
ADC channels5 channels
TimersAutoreload Timer: 1 12-bit PWM channel, Output Compare function
Communication peripheralSPI
EEPROM Write/Erase cyclesUp to 300K Write/Erase cycles at 25°C
ICP programming time1kbytes in 160ms

Frequently asked questions

What are the key advantages of the ST7FLITEO?

The ST7FLITEO is a small low-cost microcontroller that embeds many analog functions, allowing users to save board area and the cost of external components like ceramic resonators and reset circuitry.

Does the ST7FLITEO have an internal oscillator?

Yes, it contains an internal RC oscillator with an accuracy of 1% for a given device, temperature, and voltage, which must be calibrated via software.

What is the function of the internal amplifier in the A/D converter?

The internal fixed-gain amplifier (x8) allows the ADC to zoom on low voltage inputs; for Vdd=5V, it can convert from 0V to 250mV.

Can the ST7FLITEO be programmed without removing it from the PCB?

Yes, it supports In-Circuit Programming (ICP) and In-Application Programming (IAP), allowing programming while the device is plugged into the application.

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