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TI’s latest Power Management devices, design tools and support resources in the new 2013 Power Management Guide
TI’s Power Management Guide 2013 edition - [Link]
Paul Buckley writes:
Texas Instruments Incorporated is offering developers a solution to the challenges posed by the Internet of Things (IoT) revolution with the company’s introduction of the SimpleLink Wi-Fi CC3000 module.
The IoT enables devices to be wirelessly connected to the home network and to the cloud. However, headless devices with no keypads or touchscreens including garage door openers, home appliances, lights, thermostats and treadmills can be complicated to connect to a Wi-Fi network.
The self-contained SimpleLink Wi-Fi CC3000 module features the SmartConfig technology, a Wi-Fi configuration process developed by TI that allows multiple in-home devices without displays to connect to a Wi-Fi network via a smartphone or tablet – in just one easy step.
Self-contained Wi-Fi module simplifies Internet connectivity - [Link]
Texas Instruments has developed a new, free real-time operating system (RTOS) based on a pre-emptive multithreading kernel, which will run on the full portfolio of TI microcontrollers, including dual core devices. TI-RTOS includes a deterministic, real-time multitasking kernel (SYS/BIOS) with a TCP/IP stack, including network applications, USB, EMAC, MMC/SD host and device stacks and class drivers, FAT-compatible file system fully integrated with C RTS file I/O functions and Ethernet, USB, UART, I²C and SD device drivers. It also supports low overhead core-to-core communication mechanism for dual-core devices. [via]
TI Launches RTOS for Microcontrollers - [Link]
element14 has teamed up with top suppliers, including Texas Instruments, Wurth Elektroniks and Cadsoft, to launch a new wireless power microsite. Designed to accelerate the integration of wireless power solutions in popular applications, such as smart phones, digital cameras and more, the site gives engineers access to a wide range of technical experts, complimentary webinars, product roadtests, and safety and compliance standards.
Engineers are invited to learn more by registering for a free webinar – “Charging Innovation – Cut the Cord” – on Thursday, Sept. 20 at 3 p.m. GMT/9 a.m. CDT. Attendees will see a demo of the new microsite, an overview of wireless power reference designs, and an opportunity to have questions answered during a live Q&A session following the webinar.
Wireless power integration made easy with TI’s bqTESLA evaluation modules - [Link]
The TPS22966 is a small, ultra-low RON, dual channel load switch with controlled turn on. The device contains two N-channel MOSFETs that can operate over an input voltage range of 0.8V to 5.5V and can support a maximum continuous current of 6A per channel. Each switch is independently controlled by an on/off input (ON1 and ON2), which is capable of interfacing directly with low-voltage control signals. In TPS22966, a 220-Ω on-chip load resistor is added for quick output discharge when switch is turned off.
TPS22966 – 6A Dual Load Switch with Controlled Turn On - [Link]
Texas Instruments has announced the introduction of the PowerLab Reference Design Library, a collection of power management reference designs. The reference designs include relevant technical documentation, such as circuit schematics, printed circuit board layouts, lists of components and materials, Gerber files, and other design support tools.
The library holds more than 300 power management reference designs for a variety of both isolated and non-isolated power conversion topologies suitable for lighting, telecommunication, computing and consumer electronics applications.
An interactive search tool is available on the website and new designs will be added to the database each month. [via]
Power Management Design Library Opens its Doors - [Link]
Procyon is a general purpose development board with special features for Ethernet, USB, and audio applications. It is based on Luminary Micro/Texas Instruments LM3S9x9x series of parts. The initial MCU is LM3S9B90.
The board contains the following features:
- 80 MHz, 100 Pin Cortex M3 Processor
- 16 MB SDRAM accessed on a 50 MHz EPI bus
- USB Host/Device/OTG port
- microSD card slot (Attached to SSI1/SPI1)
- 10/100 Ethernet
- I2S header for DAC output interface
- Up to 24 GPIOs available
- 3 UART, 2 I2C, 1 CAN, 2 SPI/SSI (one shared with microSD card)
- 10-bit ADCs
- General purpose timers: four 32-bit or eight 16-bit
- FTDI/Basic UART debug/program interface, on 16 pin GPIO/configuration header
- Three 10 pin headers for daughter boards
- 20 Pin JTAG Header
- User LED and User switch
Procyon – 80 MHz ARM Cortex M3 with SDRAM, Ethernet, SD, USB - [Link]
Here is Texas Instrument’s application note on Ball Grid Array IC packages - [via]
Leaders in the consumer electronics industry will be determined by their ability to deliver increasingly miniaturized products at lower costs. The Ball Grid Array (BGA) package achieves these objectives by providing increased functionality for the same package size while being compatible with existing Surface Mount Technology (SMT) infrastructure.
Ball grid array explained - [Link]
Texas Instruments has introduced three analog-input class-D stereo amplifiers for use in soundbars, after-market automotive solutions, portable audio docks, and LCD televisions. The TPA3116D2, TPA3118D2 and TPA3130D2 feature the industry’s highest programmable switching rate and widest power supply range, enabling audio output that is both high quality and highly efficient. The devices are pin-to-pin and software compatible and can support a single-layer printed circuit board (PCB), enabling cost savings by allowing designers to reuse a single layout for multiple designs. [via]
Class-D Audio Amplifiers with Wide Supply Range and High Switching Rates - [Link]
TI Power Management Guide
TI 2012 Power Management Guide which is now available for download. This 121 page PDF version includes the National Semiconductor products as well. [via]
TI 2012 Power Management Guide - [Link]
