Memory Organization: RAM and ROM

When writing to any of the locations in the I/O address map, therefore, the bit-masking need only extend as far as width of location. Within a 16-bit accumulator, the desired bits (width of location) should be right-justified. The write operation is accomplished using the OUT instruction, with the address of the I/O port as an argument.

A read from these locations is accomplished using the IN instruction, with the address of the I/O port as an argument. When reading from the I/O port to a 16-bit accumulator, the IN instruction automatically clears any extra bits in excess of width of location. The desired bits in the result will be right-justified within the accumulator.

Allowable access indicates whether the port is bidirectional, read-only, or write-only. The last column of the table points to the section in this manual where the functions of each bit have been defined in more detail.

Table 2±2. Summary of C614's Peripheral Communications Ports

I/O Map

Width of

Allowable

Control Register

Abbreviation

State after

Section for

Address

Location

Access

Name

RESET LOW

Reference

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

0x00

8 bits

read & write

I/O port A data

PA0..7 Data

unknown²

 

0x04

8 bits

read & write

I/O port A control

PA0..7 Ctrl

0x00 ³

 

0x08

8 bits

read & write

I/O port B data

PB0..7 Data

unknown

 

0x0C

8 bits

read & write

I/O port B control

PB0..7 Ctrl

0x00

 

0x10

8 bits

read & write

I/O port C data

PC0..7 Data

unknown

3.1.1

0x14

8 bits

read & write

I/O port C control

PC0..7 Ctrl

0x00

 

0x18

8 bits

read & write

I/O port D data

PD0..7 Data

unknown

 

0x1C

8 bits

read & write

I/O port D control

PD0..7 Ctrl

0x00

 

0x20

8 bits

read & write

I/O port E data

PE0..7 Data

unknown

 

0x24

8 bits

read & write

I/O port E control

PE0..7 Ctrl

0x00

 

0x28

8 bits

READ only

Input port F data

PF0..7 Data

unknown

3.1.2

0x2C

16 bits

read & write

Output port G data

PG0..15 Data

0x0000

3.1.3

0x30

16 bits

WRITE only

DAC data

DAC Data

0x0000

3.2.2

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

0x34

4 bits

read & write

DAC control

DAC Ctrl

0x0

3.2.2

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

0x38

16 bits

read & write

Interrupt/general Ctrl

IntGenCtrl

0x0000

3.4

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

0x39

8 bits

read & write

Interrupt flag

IFR

Same state as

2.7

before RESET

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

² Input states are provided by the external hardware.

³A control register value of 0x00 yields a port configuration of all inputs.

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MSP50C614 specifications

The Texas Instruments MSP50C614 is a microcontroller that belongs to the MSP430 family, renowned for its low power consumption and versatile functionality. Primarily designed for embedded applications, this microcontroller is favored in various industries, including consumer electronics, industrial automation, and healthcare devices.

One of the standout features of the MSP50C614 is its ultra-low power technology, which enables it to operate in various power modes. This makes it ideal for battery-powered applications, where energy efficiency is crucial. The MSP430 architecture allows for a flexible power management system, ensuring that energy is conserved while providing robust performance.

The MSP50C614 is equipped with a 16-bit RISC CPU that delivers high performance while maintaining low power usage. With a maximum clock frequency of 16 MHz, it can execute most instructions in a single cycle, resulting in swift operation and responsive performance. This microcontroller also comes with a generous flash memory capacity, allowing developers to store large amounts of code and data conveniently.

In terms of peripherals, the MSP50C614 is highly versatile. It features a range of digital and analog input/output options, including multiple timers, GPIO ports, and various communication interfaces like UART, SPI, and I2C. This extensive set of peripherals allows for seamless integration with other components and simplifies the design of complex systems.

The integrated 12-bit Analog-to-Digital Converter (ADC) stands out as a valuable characteristic of the MSP50C614. This feature enables the microcontroller to convert physical analog signals into digital data, making it particularly useful for sensing applications and real-time monitoring.

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Moreover, Texas Instruments provides software support in the form of Code Composer Studio and various libraries that make it easier for developers to program and utilize the MSP50C614 effectively.

In summary, the Texas Instruments MSP50C614 microcontroller is a powerful, low-power solution equipped with the features and technologies necessary for efficient operation in a wide array of applications. Its blend of performance, flexibility, and energy efficiency makes it a popular choice among engineers and designers looking to create innovative, sustainable designs in the rapidly evolving tech landscape.