DAC12AMPx Input Buffer Output Buffer | Texas Instruments MSP430x1xx

DAC12 Registers

DAC12	Bits	DAC12 amplifier		setting. These bits select settling time vs. current
AMPx	7-5	consumption for the DAC12 input and output amplifiers.

			DAC12AMPx	Input Buffer	Output Buffer

			000	Off	DAC12 off, output high Z
			001	Off	DAC12 off, output 0 V
			010	Low speed/current	Low speed/current
			011	Low speed/current	Medium speed/current
			100	Low speed/current	High speed/current
			101	Medium speed/current	Medium speed/current
			110	Medium speed/current	High speed/current
			111	High speed/current	High speed/current
DAC12DF	Bit 4	DAC12 data format
		0	Straight binary
		1	2’s compliment
DAC12IE	Bit 3	DAC12 interrupt enable
		0	Disabled
		1	Enabled
DAC12IFG	Bit 2	DAC12 Interrupt flag
		0	No interrupt pending
		1	Interrupt pending
DAC12	Bit 1	DAC12 enable conversion. This bit enables the DAC12 module when
ENC		DAC12LSELx > 0. when DAC12LSELx = 0, DAC12ENC is ignored.
		0	DAC12 disabled
		1	DAC12 enabled
DAC12	Bit 0	DAC12 group. Groups DAC12_x with the next higher DAC12_x. Not used for
GRP		DAC12_1 on MSP430x15x and MSP430x16x devices.
		0	Not grouped
		1	Grouped

19-12 DAC12

MSP430x1xx specifications

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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.

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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.

Texas Instruments MSP430x1xx manual DAC12AMPx Input Buffer Output Buffer

Models: MSP430x1xx

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MSP430x1xx specifications