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- STMicroelectronics
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- STM32 VL Discovery
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- microcontrollers
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- Electronics
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- 2026-10-10
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STM32 Microcontroller Getting Started Guide for STM32 VL Discovery
This document serves as a getting started guide for the STM32 microcontroller family, specifically utilizing the STM32 VL Discovery kit. It covers essential topics including required hardware and software installation using the GNU toolchain and STM32 firmware library.
The guide provides detailed instructions on configuring peripherals such as asynchronous serial communication, SPI, I2C, timers, interrupts, DMA, DAC, and ADC. It includes a list of exercises ranging from basic blinking lights to complex applications like waveform generation and audio playback.
STMicroelectronics STM32 VL Discovery specifications
| Microcontroller | STM32F100RBT6B |
|---|---|
| Flash memory | 128 KB |
| RAM | 8 KB |
| Package | 64-pin LQFP |
| Power supply | 5 V or 3.3 V |
Source: STMicroelectronics STM32VLDISCOVERY Evaluation Board User Manual
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Day-to-day operation, settings and troubleshooting. Start here if the product is already set up.
How to use the product for one specific task, with worked examples.
Questions answered in these manuals
What hardware is required for the exercises?
The document specifies that the STM32 VL Discovery kit is the primary hardware used.
From: STM32 Microcontroller Getting Started Guide for STM32 VL Discovery
Which software tools are recommended?
Users should install the GNU Tool chain and the STM32 Firmware Library to begin programming.
From: STM32 Microcontroller Getting Started Guide for STM32 VL Discovery
What microcontroller is used in the STM32 value line Discovery evaluation board?
The board is based on an STM32F100RBT6B microcontroller.
From: STMicroelectronics STM32VLDISCOVERY Evaluation Board User Manual
How much Flash and RAM memory does the microcontroller contain?
The microcontroller contains 128 KB of Flash and 8 KB of RAM.
From: STMicroelectronics STM32VLDISCOVERY Evaluation Board User Manual
What is the purpose of the STM32VLDISCOVERY?
It is a low-cost and quick way to discover the STM32 value line.
From: STMicroelectronics STM32VLDISCOVERY Discovery Board Data Brief
What operating systems are supported?
Windows PC 2000, XP, and Vista.
From: STMicroelectronics STM32VLDISCOVERY Discovery Board Data Brief