Description

The M5608-A1AG is a microcontroller built on the Power Architecture™ embedded category. It belongs to the MPC5607B family of 32-bit microcontrollers designed for integrated automotive application controllers. The M5608-A1AG operates at speeds of up to 64 MHz and offers high performance processing optimized for low power consumption. It comes with a host processor core that complies with the Power Architecture embedded category and implements the VLE (variable-length encoding) APU (Auxiliary Processor Unit), providing improved code density. The microcontroller is supported with software drivers, operating systems, and configuration code to assist with user implementations.

Specifications and features

• Single issue, 32-bit CPU core complex (e200z0h)
• Up to 1.5 Mbytes on-chip Flash supported with the Flash controller
• Up to 96 Kbytes on-chip SRAM
• Memory protection unit (MPU) with 8 region descriptors and 32-byte region granularity on certain family members
• Interrupt controller (INTC) capable of handling 204 selectable-priority interrupt sources
• Frequency modulated phase-locked loop (FMPLL)
• Crossbar switch architecture for concurrent access to peripherals, Flash, or RAM from multiple bus masters
• 16-channel eDMA controller with multiple transfer request sources using DMA multiplexer
• Boot assist module (BAM) supports internal Flash programming via a serial link (CAN or SCI)
• Timer supports I/O channels providing a range of 16-bit input capture, output compare, and pulse width modulation functions (eMIOS)
• 2 analog-to-digital converters (ADC): one 10-bit and one 12-bit
• Cross Trigger Unit to enable synchronization of ADC conversions with a timer event from the eMIOS or PIT
• Up to 6 serial peripheral interface (DSPI) modules
• Up to 10 serial communication interface (LINFlex) modules
• Up to 6 enhanced full CAN (FlexCAN) modules with configurable buffers
• 1 inter-integrated circuit (I2C) interface module
• Up to 149 configurable general-purpose pins supporting input and output operations (package dependent)
• Real-Time Counter (RTC) with clock source options
• Up to 8 periodic interrupt timers (PIT) with 32-bit counter resolution
• Nexus development interface (NDI) per IEEE-ISTO 5001-2003 Class Two Plus
• Device/board boundary scan testing supported per Joint Test Action Group (JTAG) of IEEE (IEEE 1149.1)
• On-chip voltage regulator (VREG) for regulation of input supply for all internal levels

Application Scenarios

The M5608-A1AG microcontroller is specifically designed for automotive applications such as body electronics within vehicles. It can be used in various control systems and interfaces to enable advanced functionalities and improve user experience. Its low power consumption and high performance make it suitable for applications that require efficient processing and optimized power usage. The microcontroller is commonly used in automotive electronics, industrial control systems, and other applications that require reliable and efficient microcontroller solutions.

Comparison

• High performance processing optimized for low power consumption
• Complies with the Power Architecture embedded category
• Supports variable-length encoding for code size footprint reduction
• Offers a wide range of on-chip resources and peripherals
• Supported with software drivers, operating systems, and configuration code
• Can be integrated into existing Power Architecture development infrastructure

• Specifically designed for automotive applications and may not be suitable for other industries
• Package dependency for the number of configurable general-purpose pins
• Requires expertise in automotive electronics and systems integration