Texas Instruments MSP430x1xx manual DMAxCTL, DMA Channel x Control Register

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DMAxCTL, DMA Channel x Control Register

15

14

13

12

11

10

9

8

Reserved

DMADTx

DMADSTINCRx

DMASRCINCRx

rw−(0)

rw−(0)

rw−(0)

rw−(0)

rw−(0)

rw−(0)

rw−(0)

rw−(0)

7

6

5

4

3

2

1

0

DMA

DSTBYTE

DMA

SRCBYTE

DMALEVEL

DMAEN

DMAIFG

DMAIE

DMA

ABORT

DMAREQ

rw−(0)

rw−(0)

rw−(0)

rw−(0)

rw−(0)

rw−(0)

rw−(0)

rw−(0)

Reserved

DMADTx

DMA DSTINCRx

DMA SRCINCRx

DMA DSTBYTE

Bit 15

Reserved

 

 

 

 

Bits

DMA Transfer mode.

 

 

 

14−12

000

Single transfer

 

 

 

 

001

Block transfer

 

 

 

 

 

010

Burst-block transfer

 

 

 

 

011

Burst-block transfer

 

 

 

 

100

Repeated single transfer

 

 

 

 

101

Repeated block transfer

 

 

 

 

110

Repeated burst-block transfer

 

 

 

 

111

Repeated burst-block transfer

 

 

 

Bits

DMA

destination increment. This bit selects automatic incrementing or

11−10

decrementing of the destination address after each byte or word transfer.

 

When DMADSTBYTE=1, the destination address increments/decrements by

 

one.

When

DMADSTBYTE=0,

the

destination

address

 

increments/decrements by two. The DMAxDA is copied into a temporary

 

register and the temporary register is incremented or decremented. DMAxDA

 

is not incremented or decremented.

 

 

 

 

00

Destination address is unchanged

 

 

 

 

01

Destination address is unchanged

 

 

 

 

10

Destination address is decremented

 

 

 

 

11

Destination address is incremented

 

 

 

Bits

DMA

source increment. This bit selects

automatic incrementing or

9−8

decrementing of the source address for each byte or word transfer. When

 

DMASRCBYTE=1, the source address increments/decrements by one.

 

When DMASRCBYTE=0, the source address increments/decrements by

 

two. The DMAxSA is copied into a temporary register and the temporary

 

register is incremented or decremented. DMAxSA is not incremented or

 

decremented.

 

 

 

 

 

00

Source address is unchanged

 

 

 

 

01

Source address is unchanged

 

 

 

 

10

Source address is decremented

 

 

 

 

11

Source address is incremented

 

 

 

Bit 7 DMA destination byte. This bit selects the destination as a byte or word.

0Word

1Byte

8-21

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Texas Instruments MSP430x1xx manual DMAxCTL, DMA Channel x Control Register, Reserved DMADTx DMA DSTINCRx DMA SRCINCRx

MSP430x1xx specifications

The Texas Instruments MSP430x1xx series is a family of ultra-low-power microcontrollers that are highly regarded in the embedded systems community for their versatility and performance. Designed for applications ranging from portable instrumentation to low-power industrial devices, the MSP430x1xx combines flexibility and efficiency with advanced features tailored for energy-sensitive applications.

One of the standout characteristics of the MSP430x1xx is its ultra-low-power operation. This series offers several low-power modes that can significantly extend battery life in portable devices. The microcontroller can be in active mode, low-power mode, or even in a deep sleep state, allowing developers to optimize power consumption based on the application's requirements. In fact, some configurations can operate at just a few microamps, making it ideal for battery-operated devices.

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The MSP430x1xx is equipped with various integrated peripherals, including analog-to-digital converters (ADCs), timers, and communication interfaces like UART, SPI, and I2C. The inclusion of a powerful ADC enables the microcontroller to handle sensor readings with high accuracy, making it suitable for applications like environmental monitoring and medical devices. The integrated timers provide essential functionality for real-time applications, allowing for event-driven programming and precise timing control.

Memory options in the MSP430x1xx series are also robust, with configurations offering flash memory sizes from 1 KB to 64 KB. This flexibility allows developers to choose the optimal memory size for their specific applications, accommodating a wide range of requirements.

Additionally, the MSP430x1xx microcontrollers are designed with a wide operating voltage range, typically from 1.8V to 3.6V, making them compatible with various power sources and further enhancing their usability in diverse applications.

In summary, the Texas Instruments MSP430x1xx series of microcontrollers is an excellent choice for developers seeking low-power, high-performance solutions for embedded applications. With an efficient architecture, a rich set of peripherals, and flexible memory options, these microcontrollers are positioned to meet the growing demands of modern electronic designs, particularly in battery-powered and energy-sensitive applications.