31. October 2011 by admin.

Download it at http://www.embeddedcodesource.com/developer/microchip_technology/ce019__pid_for_closedloop_systems

This code example demonstrates a Proportional Integral Derivative (PID) Controller using a dsPIC30F6014A. The PID controller can be found as part of the MPLAB C30 DSP library functions starting from version 2.0 of the tool suite. Works for AC Induction, Brushless DC and Permanent Magnet Synchronous Motors.

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28. October 2011 by admin.

Get this deal at https://ordering.digikey.com/promotions/tradeshow.aspx?id=5

Offer expires 11/30/11.

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24. October 2011 by admin.

From http://www.microchip.com/pagehandler/en-us/press-release/microchip-introduces-smallest-lowest-cost-pic32-mi.html

Microchip announced a new series of low pin count 32-bit PIC32 microcontrollers (MCUs) that provide 61 DMIPS of performance in packages as small as 5 mm x 5 mm for space-constrained and cost-sensitive designs.  The PIC32 “MX1” and “MX2” MCUs are the smallest and lowest-cost PIC32 microcontrollers, and are the first PIC32s to feature dedicated audio and capacitive-sensing peripherals.  These new MCUs include a host of additional useful features that make them suitable for applications in the consumer, industrial, medical and automotive markets.

The PIC32MX110F016B and PIC32MX220F032 MCUs are available in 28-pin SPDIP, SSOP, SOIC and QFN packages; and in 44-pin QFN, VTLA and TQFP packages.  Pricing starts at $1.58 each, in 10,000-unit quantities.  Samples can be ordered today, athttp://www.microchip.com/get/EA7A.  Volume-production quantities of the MCUs can be purchased today, at http://www.microchip.com/get/99H0.  Enter coupon code “PIC32MX” in the coupon field and enjoy free shipping until November 7, 2011.

A 36-pin VTLA package option with a .5 mm pin pitch is available for limited sampling, today.  Industrial temperature range products with operation up to 85°C are available today, with 105°C options expected in late CQ4 2011.  Pricing for all of these devices starts at $1.58 each, in 10,000-unit quantities, as well. 

Microchip also unveiled the MPLAB Starter Kit for PIC32MX1XX/2XX MCUs (part #DM320013, $109.99), today.  The USB-powered kit features a PIC32MX220F032 with 32 KB of Flash and 8 KB RAM, as well as a 2” color TFT display (220 x 176 pixel), capacitive-touch slider and buttons, SD-card storage, and 24-bit audio playback.  Additionally, the newPIC32MX CTMU Evaluation Board (part # AC323027, $24.95) is available, as well as the new PIC32MX220F032D Plug-In Module (part # MA320011, $24.95) for the Explorer 16 Development Board.  All of these tools can be purchased today, at microchipDIRECT(http://www.microchip.com/get/HQP0).

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24. October 2011 by admin.

BeRTOS is a real time open source operating system supplied with drivers and libraries designed for the rapid development of embedded software.

Community edition is the complete BeRTOS version, with all the functionality and source code available.

It’s released unde the modified GPL license http://www.bertos.org/support/license/) which means it’s free, even for closed source or commercial projects.

They have also developed a SDK for Windows, very useful to avoid losing time in configuring the whole working environment through the command
line.

In the new packet we have included, integrated and configured all the tools needed to start working with BeRTOS. See the complete feature
list: http://www.bertos.org/download-en/

They also have a forum where you can request technical information to its staff: http://forum.bertos.org/

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21. October 2011 by admin.

Use Promo Code code:  TPXH9K2 when you purchase the Powercast Energy Harvesting Development Kit for Wireless Sensors from microchipDIRECT at http://www.microchipdirect.com/ProductSearch.aspx?keywords=TPWR001  Hurry offer expires:  12/1/2011

The Lifetime Power Energy Harvesting Development Kit for Wireless Sensors is a complete demonstration and development platform for creating battery-free wireless sensors (passive wireless sensor tags) powered by RF energy (radio waves). It is designed and configured for extremely low power operation, and the firmware is pre-installed for out-of-the-box operation.

The wireless sensor boards are powered by the P2110 Powerharvester Receiver, which converts RF energy into DC power. In this kit, the TX91501 transmitter is the source of RF energy (915MHz), but other RF sources from 850-950 MHz can also be used for power. The communication from the sensor boards to the access point is 2.4GHz using 802.15.4-compliant radios.

Learn more about Powercast kits at http://www.powercastco.com/products/development-kits/ 

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19. October 2011 by admin.

The URL to view the archived event is…http://event.on24.com/r.htm?e=359805&s=1&k=D605652003512BF68E1BF37270D568A2

The Smart Grid is without doubt a transformative technology that will change the way consumers deal with energy suppliers over the next ten years or so. At the heart of the Smart Grid is the smart meter, which extends all the way back to the electric utility on one side and throughout all the electric appliances in the home on the other. There will come a day—and that day is soon—when appliances like refrigerators, air conditioners, washing machines, driers, televisions and other electrical and electronic appliances will be embued with “smarts” so that each can talk, via a home area network, to the smart meter and then to the electric utility.

But getting from here to there demands a great deal of engineering savvy. In this Smart Grid Roundtable, presented by Electronic Design, two of the leading companies in the Smart Grid space, Microchip and Freescale answer questions from a leading authority on the Smart Grid, Electronic Design’s power editor, Don Tuite, about all facets of the Smart Grid and where the U.S. and most other countries around the globe are headed in the near future. If you are working on the Smart Grid now or are planning to do so in the future, you won’t want to miss this Rountable presentation.

Who Should Attend This Event?

• Design engineers involved in designing the electronics that will interface with smart meters
• Design engineers involved with creating home networks that will carry information from smart appliances to the smart meter
• Engineering managers who want to understand some of the technical details and challenges behind the transition from today’s electrical grid to tomorrow’s Smart Grid.

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17. October 2011 by admin.

From http://www.microchip.com/pagehandler/en-us/press-release/microchip-launches-embedded-code-source-an-applica.html

Microchip Technology Inc., a leading provider of microcontroller, analog and Flash-IP solutions, today announced the Embedded Code Source (http://www.microchip.com/get/R0BA), an application store for the embedded community that provides free software and firmware for PIC^® microcontrollers, along with the ability to rate and review each download.  This interactive site includes free code from both Microchip and its large network of third-party developers, who are also available for expert advice and contract programming.

Watch a video about the Embedded Code Source (feel free to post):  http://www.microchip.com/get/CU92

Recent surveys have shown that a majority of embedded designers consider software tools to be a critical factor in choosing a processor, and that the largest portion of most development teams is comprised of software engineers.  These trends, combined with the increasing popularity of open-source and freeware code, point to the need for more embedded software resources.  The Embedded Code Source combines Microchip’s extensive code repository with those of its large third-party network to provide a comprehensive, free and easily searchable resource for the embedded community.

“Microchip is continually looking for ways to help customers get to market faster,” said Ken Pye, Microchip’s vice president of Worldwide Applications.  “With engineering budgets and schedules under constant pressure, software engineers need fast access to code that they can use, new ideas, and feedback on what others have found beneficial.  Patterned after popular mobile-application stores, the new Embedded Code Source fulfills this need.”

Designers can begin downloading from the Embedded Code Source today, by browsing its list of intuitive categories or performing a keyword search athttp://www.microchip.com/get/R0BA.

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13. October 2011 by admin.

View it now at http://www.microchip.com/stellent/idcplg?IdcService=SS_GET_PAGE&nodeId=2813&dDocName=en553667

Learn about the new Low-Cost Controllerless (LCC) Graphics PICtail Plus Daughter Board, which enables development of graphics solutions without an external graphics controller, thus reducing system BOM cost for many applications. The board is designed to attach to a PIC32 starter kit (DM320001, DM320003-2, DM320004) or an Explorer16 development board (DM240001) and one of Microchip LCD Modules including the Truly 3.2” QVGA board and the 4.3” WQVGA Powertip display panel

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8. October 2011 by admin.

For a limited time save 20% on all of Microchip’s development tools when you order on-line at microchipDIRECT USING CODE ESCB2011.

Now through November 30th, 2011, save 20% on one (or more) of Microchip’s popular development tools. Get a jump start on your next design with the right tools for the job!

Terms and Conditions: This offer must include the Microchip discount code above to receive discount. This coupon may not be used in conjunction with any other offer, and has no cash value. Only one coupon may be used per transaction. This
offer may be withdrawn without prior notice. Coupon must be used in conjunction with any other terms and conditions specified by Microchip Technology Inc. This offer is valid only for purchases made through the microchipDIRECT web site.
Coupon expires 11/30/2011.

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7. October 2011 by admin.

Register today to have an Avnet representative contact you to schedule this On-Ramp Technical Session.

From:  http://www.em.avnet.com/evs/home/0,1707,RID%253D0%2526CID%253D50625%2526CCD%253DUSA%2526SID%253D32214%2526DID%253DDF2%2526LID%253D32233%2526BID%253DDF2%2526CTP%253DEVS,00.html

MiWi™ Development Environment is Microchip’s proprietary wireless solution which helps customers develop wireless applications and reduce the time to market. The MiWi Development Environment (MiWi DE) package includes support for Microchip’s proprietary protocols - MiWi Mesh and MiWi P2P. These protocols support short-range wireless networking applications. Avnet Memec is providing on-site customer training on this valuable Wireless ecosystem. The 1 hour training with introduce why the MiWi Development Environment is optimized for low-power, low data rate, cost sensitive applications.

This OnRamp will help you:

• Explain the Microchip MiMAC definitions for Microchip RF transceivers.
• Explain the Fundamentals of Microchip MiWi P2P and MiWi protocols.
• Explain Microchip MiApp interface between Wireless Applications and Microchip Proprietary Wireless protocols.
• Have General Concept of Microchip Wireless Development Environment.

Agenda

• Agenda (60 minutes)
• Wireless 101
• Microchip Media Access Control Layer - MiMAC
• Microchip Wireless Protocols
  • Demo 1 [PICDEM PIC18 with MRF24J40 (2.4GHz Radio) and/or MRF49XA (Sub GHz Radio)]
• Microchip Application Interfaces – MiApp
  • Demo 2 [PICDEM PIC18 with MRF24J40 (2.4GHz Radio) and/or MRF49XA (Sub GHz Radio)]
• Microchip Quick Solutions

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