CY8C24123 CY8C24223, CY8C24423

Development Tools

The Cypress MicroSystems PSoC Designer is a Microsoft® Windows-based, integrated development environment for the Programmable System-on-Chip (PSoC) devices. The PSoC Designer IDE and application runs on Windows 98, Windows NT 4.0, Windows 2000, Windows Millennium (Me), or Windows XP (refer Figure 3).

PSoC Designer helps the customer to select an operating configuration for the PSoC, write application code that uses the PSoC, and debug the application. This system provides design database management by project, an integrated debugger with In-Circuit Emulator, in-system programming support, and the CYASM macro assembler for the CPUs.

PSoC Designer also supports a high-level C language compiler developed specifically for the devices in the family.

Figure 3. PSoC Designer Subsystems

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PSoC Designer Software Subsystems

Device Editor

The Device Editor subsystem allows the user to select different onboard analog and digital components called user modules using the PSoC blocks. Examples of user modules are ADCs, DACs, Amplifiers, and Filters.

The device editor also supports easy development of multiple configurations and dynamic reconfiguration. Dynamic configuration allows for changing configurations at run time.

PSoC Designer sets up power on initialization tables for selected PSoC block configurations and creates source code for an application framework. The framework contains software to operate the selected components and, if the project uses more than one operating configuration, contains routines to switch between different sets of PSoC block configurations at run time. PSoC Designer can print out a configuration sheet for a given project configuration for use during application programming in conjunction with the Device Data Sheet. After the framework is generated, the user can add application-specific code to flesh out the framework. It is also possible to change the selected components and regenerate the framework.

Design Browser

The Design Browser allows users to select and import precon- figured designs into the user’s project. Users can easily browse a catalog of preconfigured designs to facilitate time-to-design. Examples provided in the tools include a 300-baud modem, LIN Bus master and slave, fan controller, and magnetic card reader.

Application Editor

In the Application Editor you can edit your C language and Assembly language source code. You can also assemble, compile, link, and build.

Assembler. The macro assembler allows the assembly code to be merged seamlessly with C code. The link libraries automati- cally use absolute addressing or can be compiled in relative mode, and linked with other software modules to get absolute addressing.

C Language Compiler. A C language compiler is available that supports Cypress MicroSystems’ PSoC family devices. Even if you have never worked in the C language before, the product quickly allows you to create complete C programs for the PSoC family devices.

The embedded, optimizing C compiler provides all the features of C tailored to the PSoC architecture. It comes complete with embedded libraries providing port and bus operations, standard keypad and display support, and extended math functionality.

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CY8C24123, CY8C24423, CY8C24223 specifications

The Cypress CY8C24223, CY8C24423, and CY8C24123 are members of the PSoC (Programmable System-on-Chip) family, which combine a microcontroller with configurable analog and digital blocks. These devices are designed for a variety of embedded applications, offering versatility and performance for developers looking to create custom solutions.

One of the standout features of the CY8C24223, CY8C24423, and CY8C24123 is their programmable analog and digital components. These include operational amplifiers, comparators, and even CapSense technology, enabling touch sensing capabilities. This flexibility allows engineers to configure the chip according to the specific needs of their application, thereby reducing the number of external components required and simplifying PCB design.

The microcontroller core in these PSoC devices is a 16-bit architecture, offering a balance between performance and power efficiency. The CY8C24223 and CY8C24423 variants include higher RAM and Flash memory options, catering to more demanding applications compared to the CY8C24123. This makes them suitable for tasks ranging from simple control operations to more complex computational processes.

A key technology utilized in these devices is the integrated programmable interconnect, which allows for easy communication between the various configurable blocks. This feature significantly speeds up the development process by enabling designers to create custom peripheral setups without the need for extensive coding.

In addition to their hardware features, Cypress provides an intuitive design environment called PSoC Creator. This IDE simplifies the process of configuring the device, allowing developers to drag and drop components into a design schematic and generate code effortlessly. PSoC Creator also includes simulation features, enabling testing and validation of designs before deployment.

The PSoC family is known for its low power consumption, which is crucial for battery-operated devices. The power management features integrated into these models allow for various operational modes, making them energy-efficient and ideal for portable applications.

In summary, the Cypress CY8C24223, CY8C24423, and CY8C24123 are powerful and flexible programmable system-on-chip solutions. With a combination of configurable analog and digital blocks, solid performance specifications, and an easy-to-use development environment, these devices stand out for engineers working on innovative embedded applications across numerous industries. Their low power consumption further enhances their appeal for modern applications, making them a strong choice for designers.