NEC Electronics Introduces New Motor Control
Microcontrollers
DUESSELDORF, Germany and
KAWASAKI, Japan, February 8, 2006 - NEC Electronics Corporation today
announced the extension of its lineup of 8-bit and 32-bit All FlashTM
microcontrollers (MCUs), with four new devices optimized for motor control
applications. The 32-bit V850ES/IE2 series and 8-bit UPD78F0711/ UPD78F0712 are
designed to help reduce vibration and noise in household appliances such as air
conditioners, refrigerators, and washing machines that utilize inverter
controllers.
The 32-bit V850ES/IE2 devices are
based on NEC Electronics’ high performance V850ESTM CPU, delivering
speeds up to 20 megahertz (MHz), delivering precise motor control functions to
help reduce vibration and noise. This results in reduced power consumption,
lower electricity costs for consumers, and minimized environmental impact. The
series includes power on clear (POC) reset circuits, and low voltage indicators
(LVI). Devices are available in configurations of 64 and 128 kilobytes (KB) of
embedded flash memory.
The 8-bit UPD78F0711 and UPD78F0712
devices utilize NEC Electronics’ efficient and economical 78K0TM CPU
core, and are available in configurations of 8KB and 16KB of flash memory, based
on SuperFlash® technology licensed from Silicon Storage Technology,
Inc. Pin counts and pricing for UPD78F0711 and UPD78F0712 devices have been
significantly reduced compared to the NEC Electronics’ previous generation of
UPD78F0714 device.
All of the new 8-bit and 32-bit MCUs
include hardware optimized for inverter control, such as multi-function timers,
high speed A/D converters, and overcurrent protection circuits. In addition to
the standard "120-degree" control methods, the devices also offer "180-degree"
control, which is gaining popularity in recent years because of its greater
precision. Separation of system control functions and optimization of MCU design
specifically for motor control enhances performance, contributing to the
development of household appliances that consume less power and help lower
utility bills.
The inclusion of embedded flash memory
in all four products allows system developers to program software even after
production reduces development times, and also makes it possible to adjust
software in the event of changes in product specifications. Moreover, the
devices are compatible with legacy products, enabling efficient use/reuse of
existing legacy software resources.
Software is compatible with previous
similar mask ROM devices, making it possible to develop systems using existing
software resources.
Motor control devices are becoming
increasingly important as home appliance manufacturers compete to deliver
low-cost products that help keep electricity costs low for consumers. NEC
Electronics’ 8- and 32-bit solutions in this arena are designed to help system
developers meet this need and the company plans to continue expanding its motor
control offerings in the future.
For more information about NEC
Electronics’ motor control microcontrollers, please visit
http://www.eu.necel.com/motorcontrol
Availability
Samples of the µPD78F0711/712 and V850ES/IE2 microcontrollers are available now.
All four devices are expected to enter volume production in June 2006, reaching
a combined total of approximately 800,000 units per month by fiscal year 2007.
Availability is subject to change without notice.
About NEC Electronics
NEC Electronics Corporation (TSE: 6723) specializes in semiconductor products
encompassing advanced technology solutions for the high-end computing and
broadband networking markets, system solutions for the mobile handset, PC
peripherals, automotive and digital consumer markets, and multi-market solutions
for a wide range of customer applications. NEC Electronics Corporation has 26
subsidiaries worldwide including
NEC Electronics America, Inc.
and NEC Electronics (Europe)
GmbH. In addition to marketing, selling and supporting NEC Electronics
products to customers in their respective regions, NEC Electronics America and
NEC Electronics Europe also operate local manufacturing facilities in Roseville, California, and Ballivor, Ireland, respectively.
Additionally, NEC Electronics America for North America and NEC Electronics
Europe for Europe are the sales and marketing channels of NEC AM-LCD modules.
For additional information about NEC Electronics worldwide, visit
www.necel.com.
About Sunrise
Sunrise Electronics is the only dedicated franchised distributor in the UK
electronics market and provides a high level of technical design support to
customers for the whole range of NEC semiconductor products including
microprocessors, microcontrollers and ASICs as well as memory and colour LCD
panels. The field sales team is technically qualified to ensure total support
from design concept through to purchasing.
Sunrise is a direct ship
distributor. The majority of shipments are delivered directly to customers from
NEC’s own ISO9000 warehouse. This ensures reduced handling, correct packaging;
especially for fine pitch surface mount devices requiring vacuum sealing,
factory fresh product and timely deliveries.
