As a leader in the chip programming industry, ACROVIEW Technology has recently launched a new version of its programming software. With this iteration upgrade, ACROVIEW has also disclosed a batch of newly compatible chip models. Notably, the low-power microcontroller M483KGCAE developed by Nuvoton Technology has successfully passed technical adaptation and officially becomes a compatible model for the ACROVIEW AP8000 secure programming tool, further expanding the application scenarios and compatibility of the AP8000.

The M483KGCAE is a high-performance, low-power microcontroller based on the Arm® Cortex®-M4F core with DSP extensions. It operates at speeds up to 192MHz with a dynamic power consumption of 130μA/MHz, providing excellent energy efficiency. The 256KB flash memory supports up to 4 configurable eXecute-Only-Memory regions, while the 128KB RAM offers various retention modes in standby mode. The pre-programmed bootloader provides Secure Boot functionality to check the integrity of the flash memory code. It also includes a One-Time Programmable (OTP) block for product lifecycle management.

The M483KGCAE supports a working voltage of 1.8V to 3.6V and operates in a temperature range of -40℃ to 105℃. It integrates two or three CAN 2.0B interfaces, dual 12-bit 5MSPS ADCs, an image input interface, USB full-speed OTG (no external crystal required in device mode), and up to 8 high-speed UART interfaces. Package types include LQFP64 and LQFP128.

Features

• Core

– Up to 192MHz Arm® Cortex®-M4F core

– DSP instruction set

– Memory protection unit

• Memory

– 256KB flash memory, supports eXecute-Only-Memory (XOM)

– 128KB RAM, includes 32KB hardware parity

– 2KB One-Time Programmable block (OTP)

• Cyclic Redundancy Check (CRC) unit

• 16-channel peripheral DMA controller

• External bus interface

– LCD parallel interface, i80 mode

• Clock sources

– 4 to 24MHz crystal oscillator

– 32kHz oscillator for RTC

– Internal 48MHz RC oscillator (X-less)

– Internal 12MHz RC oscillator

– Internal 10kHz RC oscillator

• RTC

– Independent VBAT power input

– 20-byte backup register

• Timers and PWM

– 4 32-bit timers

– 12 enhanced PWM with 12 16-bit timers

– 12 basic PWM with 2 16-bit timers

– 1 24-bit countdown SysTick timer

– 1 watchdog timer

– 1 window watchdog timer

• Analog peripherals

– 2 12-bit, up to 16-channel 5MSPS SAR ADCs

– 1 12-bit 1MSPS DAC

– 2 rail-to-rail comparators

• Communication interfaces

– Up to 8 low-power UART interfaces (17Mbps), including 2 LIN interfaces

– 1 ISO-7816 interface (3.4MHz), supports full-duplex UART mode

– 3 I²C interfaces (up to 3.4Mbps)

– 2 four-wire SPI interfaces (up to 96MHz)

– Up to 3 SPI/I²S interfaces (SPI up to 96MHz, I²S up to 192kHz/16-bit)

– 1 I²S interface (192kHz/32-bit)

– Up to 3 CAN 2.0B interfaces

– 1 SD card controller (50MHz)

• Control interfaces

– 2 quadrature encoder interfaces (QEI)

– 2 24-bit 3-channel input capture counter units

• Image input interface

– CMOS sensor interface with hardware 1-bit brightness output

• Advanced connectivity

– USB 2.0 full-speed device/host/OTG controller with built-in PHY

• Operating characteristics

– Voltage range: 1.8V to 3.6V

– Temperature range: -40℃ to 105℃

• Complies with IEC-60730 Class B

• Encryption engine

– AES-256

– True random number generator

Internal Block Diagram

With its deep technical accumulation, ACROVIEW Technology’s self-developed AP8000 universal programmer is regarded as a benchmark-level programming solution in the industry. This device supports flexible one-to-one and one-to-eight configurations, while providing both online and offline working modes. It has also developed dedicated programming solutions for eMMC and UFS storage chips, fully meeting the bare chip offline programming and in-circuit programming needs of Nuvoton’s entire series of chips. The AP8000 consists of three core modules: host, baseboard, and adapter, and this modular design endows it with excellent compatibility and expandability. As a universal programming platform, the AP8000 can not only adapt to various programmable chips on the market but also, due to its stable and efficient performance, serves as the core component of ACROVIEW’s parent chip programming device IPS5800S, efficiently handling large-scale chip programming tasks.The AP8000 host features flexible connectivity options and is equipped with USB and NET interfaces, allowing for easy networking of multiple programmers. Through the networking function, users can easily achieve synchronized control of multiple programmers, efficiently conducting parallel programming operations. In terms of safety, the host is equipped with an intelligent safety protection circuit that can monitor the chip placement status and circuit connection in real-time. If it detects abnormal conditions such as chip reverse insertion or short circuits, it will immediately trigger a power-off protection mechanism, fully safeguarding the safe operation of the chip and programmer. The host is equipped with a high-speed FPGA chip, significantly enhancing data transmission and processing efficiency, ensuring a smooth and efficient programming process. To enhance user convenience, the back of the host is equipped with an SD card slot, allowing users to store project files generated on the PC to the SD card and insert it into the slot. They can then complete file selection, loading, and programming operations through the physical buttons on the programmer, achieving independent operation without a PC. This design not only reduces dependence on computer hardware configurations but also simplifies the setup process of the working environment, significantly enhancing operational flexibility.In terms of expandability and compatibility, the AP8000 adopts a modular design of baseboard and adapter board, effectively expanding the functional boundaries of the host. Currently, this device has achieved support for products from all major semiconductor manufacturers, covering well-known brands such as SINOWEALTH, SemiDrive, Winbond, Holychip, and ESMT. It supports a wide range of device types, including NAND, NOR, MCU, CPLD, FPGA, EMMC, etc., and is fully compatible with various industry-standard file formats such as Intel Hex, Motorola S, Binary, and POF, providing users with a one-stop, all-scenario chip programming solution.

Company Introduction

About Nuvoton Technology: Nuvoton Technology was established in 2008, officially commencing operations in July of the same year after acquiring the logic IC division of Winbond Electronics. It was officially listed on the Taiwan Stock Exchange in 2010. Nuvoton Technology focuses on developing ICs related to microcontrollers/microprocessors, smart home and cloud security applications, battery monitoring ICs, image sensing ICs, IoT application ICs, and semiconductor components, with leading positions in the industrial, automotive, communications, consumer electronics, and computing markets. Additionally, Nuvoton Technology owns a 6-inch wafer manufacturing facility with diverse process technology capabilities, providing specialized wafer foundry services.

About ACROVIEW Technology:ACROVIEW Technology is a global leader in semiconductor chip programming solutions, committed to changing the world through technology and driving the future with intelligence, continuously creating value for customers. ACROVIEW’s AP8000 universal programmer platform and the latest IPS5800S programming automation solution provide one-stop solutions for customers in the semiconductor and electronics manufacturing fields, having served leading global clients including Huawei, BYD, and Foxconn.

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