Overview
The ST8500TR, produced by STMicroelectronics, is a fully programmable power-line communication (PLC) modem system-on-chip (SoC). This device is designed to support various PLC protocols within the frequency band up to 500 kHz, making it compliant with CENELEC EN50065, FCC, and ARIB regulations. It is particularly suited for applications such as smart metering, smart grid, and Internet of Things (IoT) devices. The ST8500TR integrates a high-performance real-time engine, an ARM® 32-bit Cortex®-M4F core, and a comprehensive set of peripherals, including cryptographic engines and power management features.
Key Specifications
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Device Type | Programmable Power Line Communication Modem |
| Package | QFN56 (7 x 7 x 1 mm) |
| No. of Pins | 56 Pins |
| Operating Temperature Range | -40 °C to +105 °C |
| Supply Voltage | 3.3 V (I/O and analog), 2.5 V (internal linear regulator for analog), 1.1 V (digital) |
| Maximum Frequency | 400 MHz (real-time engine), 200 MHz (ARM Cortex-M4F core) |
| Embedded SRAM | 256 kB (code and data), 96 kB (data), 8 kB (shared RAM) |
| Clock Management | 25 MHz external crystal, integrated 25 MHz oscillator with frequency synthesizer |
| Power Modes | Normal, Slow, Doze, Low Power |
Key Features
- Programmable power-line communication (PLC) modem system-on-chip
- Integrated differential PLC analog front-end with PGA, ADC, DAC, and transmission pre-driver
- Zero-crossing comparator and line driver thermal and current sense
- High-performance, fully programmable real-time engine for PLC PHY and MAC protocol management
- ARM® 32-bit Cortex®-M4F core for protocol upper layers and peripherals management
- Cryptographic engine with AES 128/192/256, true random number generator, and pseudo random number generator
- Serial wire and JTAG interfaces, 24 multiplexed GPIOs, 4 general-purpose timers, and 1 flexible CRC calculation unit
- 2 USART, 1 UART, 3 SPI, and 1 I2C interfaces
Applications
The ST8500TR is suitable for a variety of applications, including:
- Smart metering
- Smart grid
- Internet of Things (IoT) devices
It is particularly useful in environments that require compliance with CENELEC, FCC, and ARIB regulations.
Q & A
- What is the ST8500TR?
The ST8500TR is a fully programmable power-line communication (PLC) modem system-on-chip (SoC) produced by STMicroelectronics.
- What frequency band does the ST8500TR support?
The ST8500TR supports PLC protocols within the frequency band up to 500 kHz.
- What are the key features of the ST8500TR?
Key features include an integrated differential PLC analog front-end, a high-performance real-time engine, an ARM® 32-bit Cortex®-M4F core, and comprehensive cryptographic and power management features.
- What are the operating temperature ranges for the ST8500TR?
The operating temperature range is -40 °C to +105 °C.
- What are the power supply requirements for the ST8500TR?
The device requires 3.3 V for I/O and analog, 2.5 V for the internal linear regulator for analog, and 1.1 V for digital components.
- What cryptographic features does the ST8500TR include?
The device includes an AES 128/192/256 engine, a true random number generator, and a pseudo random number generator.
- What peripherals are available on the ST8500TR?
Peripherals include 24 multiplexed GPIOs, 4 general-purpose timers, 2 USART, 1 UART, 3 SPI, and 1 I2C interfaces.
- What are the power modes supported by the ST8500TR?
The device supports Normal, Slow, Doze, and Low Power modes.
- What is the package type of the ST8500TR?
The device is available in a QFN56 (7 x 7 x 1 mm) package.
- What applications is the ST8500TR suited for?
The ST8500TR is suited for smart metering, smart grid, and Internet of Things (IoT) applications.
