Overview
The Texas Instruments MSP430FG4616IZQW is a member of the MSP430 family of ultra-low-power microcontrollers. This device is designed to optimize power consumption, making it ideal for applications requiring extended battery life. The MSP430FG4616 features a 16-bit RISC CPU with 16-bit registers and constant generators, ensuring maximum code efficiency. The architecture, combined with five low-power modes, allows the device to wake up from standby mode to active mode in less than 6 µs, thanks to the digitally controlled oscillator (DCO).
The MSP430FG4616 is part of the MSP430xG461x series, which includes various peripherals such as two 16-bit timers, a high-performance 12-bit ADC, dual 12-bit DACs, three configurable operational amplifiers, and an integrated LCD driver. These features make it suitable for a wide range of applications, including portable measurement and medical devices.
Key Specifications
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Supply Voltage Range | 1.8 V to 3.6 V |
| Power Consumption (Active Mode) | 400 µA at 1 MHz, 2.2 V |
| Power Consumption (Standby Mode) | 1.3 µA |
| Power Consumption (Off Mode with RAM Retention) | 0.22 µA |
| Instruction Cycle Time | 125 ns |
| Flash Memory | 92 KB + 256 B |
| RAM | 4 KB |
| Number of I/O Pins | 80 |
| ADC Resolution | 12-bit, 12 channels |
| DAC Resolution | Dual 12-bit, 2 channels |
| Operational Amplifiers | Three configurable |
| Timers | 16-bit Timer_A with 3 capture/compare registers, 16-bit Timer_B with 7 capture/compare-with-shadow registers |
| Communication Interfaces | USART, USCI (UART, IrDA, SPI, I2C) |
| LCD Driver | Up to 160 segments with regulated charge pump |
| Operating Temperature Range | -40°C to 85°C |
| Package Type | MicroStar Junior BGA (113 pins) |
Key Features
- Low supply-voltage range: 1.8 V to 3.6 V
- Ultra-low power consumption with five power-saving modes
- Wakeup from standby mode in less than 6 µs
- 16-bit RISC architecture with extended memory and 125-ns instruction cycle time
- Three-channel internal DMA
- 12-bit analog-to-digital converter (ADC) with internal reference, sample-and-hold, and autoscan feature
- Dual 12-bit digital-to-analog converters (DACs) with synchronization
- Three configurable operational amplifiers
- On-chip comparator and supply voltage supervisor and monitor with programmable level detection
- Serial communication interfaces including USART, USCI (UART, IrDA, SPI, I2C)
- Serial onboard programming and programmable code protection by security fuse
- Brownout detector and basic timer with real-time clock (RTC) feature
- Integrated LCD driver up to 160 segments with regulated charge pump
Applications
- Portable medical applications
- E-meter applications
- Portable measurement devices
- Battery-powered devices requiring extended battery life
Q & A
- What is the supply voltage range of the MSP430FG4616?
The supply voltage range is 1.8 V to 3.6 V.
- What are the power consumption levels in different modes?
Active mode: 400 µA at 1 MHz, 2.2 V; Standby mode: 1.3 µA; Off mode (RAM retention): 0.22 µA.
- How quickly can the device wake up from standby mode?
The device can wake up from standby mode in less than 6 µs.
- What type of CPU does the MSP430FG4616 use?
The device features a 16-bit RISC CPU.
- What is the resolution of the ADC and DAC?
The ADC is 12-bit with 12 channels, and the DAC is dual 12-bit with 2 channels.
- Does the MSP430FG4616 have integrated LCD driver capabilities?
- What communication interfaces are available on the MSP430FG4616?
The device includes USART, USCI (UART, IrDA, SPI, I2C) interfaces.
- What is the operating temperature range of the MSP430FG4616?
The operating temperature range is -40°C to 85°C.
- What type of package is the MSP430FG4616IZQW available in?
The MSP430FG4616IZQW is available in a MicroStar Junior BGA package with 113 pins.
- Does the MSP430FG4616 support real-time clock functionality?
