Save 20% on the Serial Gateway to Ethernet from IPLogika

30. November 2011 by admin.

The Serial Gateway to Ethernet by IPLogika provides an easy Ethernet connection using simple UART communications. It allows the use of a TCP/IP stack, without licenses, supporting HTTP, TFTP, DHCP, socket-level UDP and TCP. Supports full TCP/IP access with very little effort, saving development costs.

The Serial Gateway connects to a host system through two rows of header pins (0.1 inch spacing) that carry standard UART signals. It communicates with the host using high level AT commands. Includes web server mode that allows remote control of embedded applications with the capability to write and/or read up to 29 variables. Also supports SMTP protocol for sending emails with text file attachments. The RJ45 connector on board is EMI protected with LED indicator. 5VDC tolerant, small size. Note: The IPLogika Evaluation Kit (TIPL400) includes this unit along with a breakout board and RS-232 interface

Save 20% when you purchase this item on microchipDIRECT (expires 12/31/11)

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Save up to 40%: End of Year Dev Tool Sale on Now

29. November 2011 by admin.

From: http://www.microchip.com/en_us/promo/yes2011/index.html

Use promo code YES2011 on microchipDIRECT to save on the following tools:

MPLAB^® ICD 3 In-Circuit Debugger

DV164035   $189.99

NOW $151.99

The MPLAB^® ICD 3 In-Circuit Debugger system is Microchip’s latest and most cost-effective high-speed emulator for Flash dsPIC^® Digital Signal Controller (DSC) and PIC^® microcontroller (MCU) devices. It debugs and programs with the powerful, yet easy-to-use MPLAB^® IDE graphical user interface. This debugger provides significant performance enhancements for embedded systems designers. Programming times are typically 15x faster than previous systems. A 40 MHz dsPIC33 and high-speed FPGA yield faster communications, downloads and debugging. For further technical descriptions, refer to www.microchip.com/icd3.

 

PICkit™ 3 Debug Express

DV164131               $69.99

NOW $55.99

The PICkit™ 3 allows affordable debugging and programming of PIC^® microcontrollers (MCUs) and dsPIC^® Digital Signal Controllers (DSCs) using the powerful graphical user interface of the MPLAB^® Integrated Development Environment (IDE). This kit includes the 44-pin demo board with a PIC18F45K20 microcontroller, a USB cable, and a CD that includes the user’s guide, tutorials and free software.

 

PIC32 Ethernet Starter Kit

DM320004              $72.00

NOW $55.00

The PIC32 Ethernet Starter Kit contains everything needed to begin development for Ethernet and USB Host/Device/OTG applications with the PIC32 microcontroller family. The board contains an RJ45 Ethernet connector, an on-board programmer/debugger, full size USB host connector, and USB Micro-B connector. The kit ships with an Ethernet cable and USB cables for each connector. Free design documentation, development software and code examples can be obtained from the Ethernet starter kit web page. The board also contains an expansion header for expanding development with boards such as the I/O Expansion Board (DM320002), Multimedia Expansion Board (DM320005) or a board created on your own.

 

Microstick for dsPIC33F and PIC24H

DM330013              $24.99

NOW $18.00

The Microstick for dsPIC33F and PIC24H is the perfect solution for those looking for a low-cost, easy-to-use 16-bit development platform. The USB-powered kit includes an on-board debugger/programmer and a DUT socket for easy device swapping. This kit also comes with the dsPIC33FJ64MC802 and PIC24HJ64GP502 devices.

 

Multimedia Expansion Board

DM320005              $249.99

NOW $150.00

The Multimedia Expansion Board (MEB) provides PIC32 Starter Kit, dsPIC33E USB Starter Kit or PIC24E USB Starter Kit users with an integrated yet flexible solution for development of high impact user interfaces. The board comes with a 3.2″ Color TFT touch-screen QVGA display, an on-board FCC certified WiFi^® module, a 24-bit stereo audio code, a three-axis accelerometer, a joystick and a MicroSD memory card slot.

 

MPLAB^® Starter Kit for PIC24F MCU

DM240011              $59.98

NOW $47.98

The PIC24F Starter Kit contains everything needed to experience the high performance and versatility of the PIC24F microcontroller family. It includes an on-board debugger, USB device and host connectors, a tri-color LED, a capacitive touch pad and an OLED display. Menu driven demonstration software supports data logging, thumb drive and graphics applications.

 

Accessory Development Starter Kit for Android™

DM240415              $79.99

NOW $65.00

The Microchip PIC24F Accessory Development Starter Kit For Android™ is a stand-alone board used for evaluating and developing electronic accessories for Google’s Android operating system for smartphones and tablets. It consists of the 16-bit PIC24F PIC^® MCU-based development board and a software library available via free download.

 

XLP 8-bit Development Board

DM240313              $125.00

NOW $80.00

The XLP 8-bit Development Board provides a low-cost, highly configurable development system for Microchip’s new line of eXtreme low power 8-bit PIC18F or PIC16F Enhanced core microcontrollers that allow for design of sleep currents down to 20 nA. The board supports development for the PIC18F87K22 or PIC16LF1947 MCUs, which highlight the capabilities of each product family.

 

F1 Evaluation Platform

DM164130-1          $39.99

NOW $31.99

The F1 Evaluation Platform is a demonstration/development tool for Enhanced Mid-Range PIC^® microcontrollers (PIC12F1XXX/PIC16F1XXX). Populated with a PIC16LF1937 featuring XLP technology, this platform consists of a 44-pin development board with prototyping space, 3V LCD glass, support for the motor control add-on (coming soon), and support for the PICkit™ 3 debugger and PICkit™ Serial Analyzer. This kit provides a platform for general purpose development, and includes demonstrations focusing on low power, LCD and motor control.

 

Motor Control Starter Kit with mTouch™ Sensing

DM330015              $89.99

NOW $71.99

The Motor Control Starter Kit with mTouch™ Sensing is a complete hardware and software tool suite for evaluating Microchip’s ultra-low cost motor control family of dsPIC^® DSCs. It contains a single board with a BLDC motor, capacitive-touch sliders and a built-in debugger.

 

MCP1640 Synchronous Boost Converter Evaluation Board

MCP1640EV-SBC  $19.99

NOW $15.99

This evaluation board uses the MCP1640 in a high-efficiency (up to 96%), fixed frequency (500MHz), step-up DC-DC converter.

• Easy-to-use and minimum number of external components power supply solution for applications powered by one-cell, two-cell, or three-cell alkaline, NiCd/NiMH; one-cell Li-Ion or Li-Polymer batteries
• Selection of the best operating mode for efficiency (PWM/PFM)
• A wide input voltage range (0.35 to 5.5V) and low start-up voltage (0.65V)
• PCB layout recommendations for SOT23-6 and 2×3 mm-8 DFN packages
• Three common output voltages to evaluate: 2.0V, 3.3V and 5.0V enable selection (when disabled, the MCP1640 disconnects the path from input to output for “true disconnect”)

 

High Voltage Buck Converter 600 mA Demo Board

ADM00352             $19.99

NOW $15.99

The board demonstrates the MCP1640 in two boost-converter applications with multiple output voltages.

• Output Voltage set to 3.3V
• 600 mA Output Current
• Input Voltage Range 4V to 30V with 40V Transients
• EN Input Test Point

 

MCP16301 300 mA D2PAK Demo Board

ADM00360            $14.99

NOW $11.99

Demo board supporting the development of MCP16301 high input voltage, 300mA, D2PAK buck converter.

• Output Voltage set to 3.3V
• 300 mA Output Current
• Input Voltage Range 4V to 26V
• EN Input Test Point
• Minimal Board Space Solution, Smaller than D2PAK Outline

 

MCP2200 USB to RS232 Demo Board

MCP2200EV-VCP  $23.99

NOW $19.99

The board demonstrates the MCP2200 USB to UART in an RS232 configuration. Additionally, the supplied software can be used to configure special features of the device.

• Powered via USB
• Test points for all GPIO pins
• RS232 device and 9-pin D-sub connector for connecting to RS232 applications
• Tx and Rx LEDs for indicating USB to UART traffic (when enabled)
• Software for configuring special features of the device

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Last Chance to Save 20% off the Powercast Energy Harvesting Development Kit for Wireless Sensors

26. November 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 ends  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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Free source code: PIC16F876A solar water heating controller

18. November 2011 by admin.

Get the source code athttp://embeddedcodesource.com/developer/summit_electronics_ltd/pic16f876a_solar_water_heating_controller

This is example code for a PIC16F876A based solar water heating controller interfaced to a Summit Electronics LCD6402 graphic LCD module. Included with this download are application note detailing the circuit schematic.

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$24.50 Half-day Microchip Training Class

12. November 2011 by admin.

Microchip is proud to announce a new format for it’s technical training classes: Live Online!

Try a new class right away!

Starting now you can take a class for half price, but hurry this offer is good only for classes before the end of 2011.

 For a limited time only  $ 24.50 Half day Class  $ 45.50 Full day Class

Just use promo code O44mf8OfL when you register at www.microchip.com/training

Use the letter O not the number 0

Code usable for one class per person.

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Discounts on Microchip Training for Students & Educators

9. November 2011 by admin.

From: http://www.microchip.com/stellent/idcplg?IdcService=SS_GET_PAGE&nodeId=1444

Sign up for a Microchip class or workshop to assist with your curriculum development or research project. For information about our Academic discount at Microchip’s Regional Training Centers, please contact your local RTC for more information. Free / discounted seats for educators are based on availability.

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