Cypress AN46860 Document History, Revision, Ecn, Submission Orig. Description of Change Date

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AN46860

Document History

Document Title: Schematic Review Checklist for West Bridge® Astoria™

Document Number: 001-46860

Revision

ECN

Submission

Orig. of

Description of Change

 

 

Date

Change

 

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2516790

06/16/2008

PRKU

New application note.

 

 

 

 

 

*A

2620808

12/12/2008

OSG/AESA

Numbered the paragraphs for better readability and added another point in

 

 

 

 

both P-port and S-port sections. Changed title to “Schematic Review Checklist

 

 

 

 

for West Bridge® Astoria™”.

 

 

 

 

 

West Bridge, Astoria, and Antioch are trademarks of Cypress Semiconductor. All product and company names mentioned in this document are the trademarks of their respective holders.

Cypress Semiconductor 198 Champion Court San Jose, CA 95134-1709 Phone: 408-943-2600 Fax: 408-943-4730 http://www.cypress.com/

© Cypress Semiconductor Corporation, 2008. The information contained herein is subject to change without notice. Cypress Semiconductor Corporation assumes no responsibility for the use of any circuitry other than circuitry embodied in a Cypress product. Nor does it convey or imply any license under patent or other rights. Cypress products are not warranted nor intended to be used for medical, life support, life saving, critical control or safety applications, unless pursuant to an express written agreement with Cypress. Furthermore, Cypress does not authorize its products for use as critical components in life-support systems where a malfunction or failure may reasonably be expected to result in significant injury to the user. The inclusion of Cypress products in life-support systems application implies that the manufacturer assumes all risk of such use and in doing so indemnifies Cypress against all charges.

This Source Code (software and/or firmware) is owned by Cypress Semiconductor Corporation (Cypress) and is protected by and subject to worldwide patent protection (United States and foreign), United States copyright laws and international treaty provisions. Cypress hereby grants to licensee a personal, non-exclusive, non-transferable license to copy, use, modify, create derivative works of, and compile the Cypress Source Code and derivative works for the sole purpose of creating custom software and or firmware in support of licensee product to be used only in conjunction with a Cypress integrated circuit as specified in the applicable agreement. Any reproduction, modification, translation, compilation, or representation of this Source Code except as specified above is prohibited without the express written permission of Cypress.

Disclaimer: CYPRESS MAKES NO WARRANTY OF ANY KIND, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, WITH REGARD TO THIS MATERIAL, INCLUDING, BUT NOT LIMITED TO, THE IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE. Cypress reserves the right to make changes without further notice to the materials described herein. Cypress does not assume any liability arising out of the application or use of any product or circuit described herein. Cypress does not authorize its products for use as critical components in life-support systems where a malfunction or failure may reasonably be expected to result in significant injury to the user. The inclusion of Cypress’ product in a life-support systems application implies that the manufacturer assumes all risk of such use and in doing so indemnifies Cypress against all charges.

Use may be limited by and subject to the applicable Cypress software license agreement.

December 12, 2008

Document No. 001-46860 Rev. *A

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Contents Application Note Abstract IntroductionPort TestSdfreq MHz Maximum Trace Length Decoupling for Power Supplies ClocksMiscellaneous About the AuthorDocument History RevisionECN Submission Orig. Description of Change Date

AN46860 specifications

The Cypress AN46860 is a versatile and high-performance microcontroller that belongs to the PSoC (Cypress's Programmable System-on-Chip) family. This device is designed to cater to the demands of various embedded applications, providing developers with a unique blend of programmable analog and digital resources. The AN46860 is particularly well-suited for applications in automotive, industrial, and consumer electronics due to its robust feature set and reliable performance.

One of the standout features of the AN46860 is its flexible architecture. The microcontroller integrates a 32-bit ARM Cortex-M4 processor, which allows for efficient processing and handling of complex tasks. With clock speeds reaching up to 100 MHz, the AN46860 is capable of executing multiple instructions in parallel, significantly increasing its computational capabilities.

Another significant advantage of the AN46860 is its wide range of programmable analog and digital peripherals. The device includes various analog components, such as operational amplifiers, comparators, and high-resolution ADCs (Analog-to-Digital Converters). These components enable precise signal processing, making the microcontroller ideal for applications that require real-time data acquisition and conversion.

The digital side of the AN46860 boasts ample connectivity options, including multiple GPIOs, UART, SPI, I2C, and PWM, enabling seamless communication with other devices and peripherals. This makes it easier for developers to integrate the microcontroller into existing systems or to create new, innovative designs.

One of the highlights of the AN46860 is its programmability. The PSoC architecture allows developers to tailor the hardware functionality through software, a feature that can significantly reduce development time and costs. The device supports the Cypress PSoC Creator Integrated Development Environment (IDE), which provides a user-friendly interface and a rich library of pre-defined components, enabling developers to drag-and-drop their way to a custom solution.

Additionally, the AN46860 features a built-in bootloader to facilitate firmware updates and enhancements, ensuring that applications can be easily upgraded in the field. It also offers low-power modes that help extend battery life in portable applications, making it an attractive choice for energy-conscious designs.

In summary, the Cypress AN46860 is a powerful microcontroller with a blend of programmable analog and digital features, making it highly adaptable for various applications. Its combination of a robust processing core, extensive peripheral support, and flexibility through software programmability ensures that it meets the needs of today’s demanding technology landscape.