DSPIC33EP256MC204-E/PT

Product Overview

• Category: Microcontroller
• Use: Embedded systems, control applications
• Characteristics: High performance, low power consumption, integrated peripherals
• Package: TQFP-44
• Essence: Digital Signal Controller (DSC)
• Packaging/Quantity: Tray, 160 pieces per tray

Specifications

• Architecture: dsPIC33E
• Flash Program Memory: 256 KB
• RAM: 16 KB
• Operating Voltage Range: 2.5V to 3.6V
• Maximum Speed: 70 MIPS
• Number of I/O Pins: 35
• Timers: 4 x 16-bit, 1 x 32-bit
• Analog-to-Digital Converter (ADC): 10-bit, 16 channels
• Communication Interfaces: UART, SPI, I2C, CAN
• Operating Temperature Range: -40°C to +85°C

Detailed Pin Configuration

The DSPIC33EP256MC204-E/PT microcontroller has a total of 44 pins. The pin configuration is as follows:

1. VDD - Power supply voltage
2. VSS - Ground
3. OSC1/CLKI - Oscillator input/Clock input
4. OSC2/CLKO - Oscillator output/Clock output
5. AN0 - Analog input channel 0
6. AN1 - Analog input channel 1
7. AN2 - Analog input channel 2
8. AN3 - Analog input channel 3
9. AN4 - Analog input channel 4
10. AN5 - Analog input channel 5
11. AN6 - Analog input channel 6
12. AN7 - Analog input channel 7
13. AN8 - Analog input channel 8
14. AN9 - Analog input channel 9
15. AN10 - Analog input channel 10
16. AN11 - Analog input channel 11
17. AVSS - Analog ground
18. AVDD - Analog power supply voltage
19. VREF- - Reference voltage negative terminal
20. VREF+ - Reference voltage positive terminal
21. REFO - Reference output
22. TMS - JTAG test mode select
23. TCK - JTAG test clock
24. TDO - JTAG test data output
25. TDI - JTAG test data input
26. TRST - JTAG reset
27. RP0 - Remappable pin 0
28. RP1 - Remappable pin 1
29. RP2 - Remappable pin 2
30. RP3 - Remappable pin 3
31. RP4 - Remappable pin 4
32. RP5 - Remappable pin 5
33. RP6 - Remappable pin 6
34. RP7 - Remappable pin 7
35. RP8 - Remappable pin 8
36. RP9 - Remappable pin 9
37. RP10 - Remappable pin 10
38. RP11 - Remappable pin 11
39. RP12 - Remappable pin 12
40. RP13 - Remappable pin 13
41. RP14 - Remappable pin 14
42. RP15 - Remappable pin 15
43. RP16 - Remappable pin 16
44. RP17 - Remappable pin 17

Functional Features

• High-performance digital signal processing capabilities
• Integrated peripherals for enhanced functionality
• Low power consumption for energy-efficient applications
• Wide operating voltage range for flexibility in power supply options
• Multiple communication interfaces for seamless connectivity
• Extensive analog input channels for precise measurements
• Robust timers for accurate timing control

Advantages and Disadvantages

Advantages: - High performance and processing capabilities - Integrated peripherals reduce external component count - Low power consumption extends battery life - Wide operating voltage range allows for versatile applications - Multiple communication interfaces enable easy integration with other devices - Ample analog input channels for diverse sensing requirements

Disadvantages: - Limited number of I/O pins may restrict connectivity options in complex systems - Higher cost compared to basic microcontrollers with fewer features - Steeper learning curve due to advanced functionality

Working Principles

The DSPIC33EP256MC204-E/PT is based on the dsPIC33E architecture, which combines the features of a microcontroller and a digital signal processor (DSP). It utilizes a Harvard architecture with separate program and data memories, allowing simultaneous access to both. The microcontroller executes instructions at high speed, enabling real-time control applications.

The integrated peripherals, such as UART, SPI, I2C, and CAN, facilitate communication with other devices. The analog-to-digital converter (ADC) enables precise measurement of analog signals. The timers provide accurate