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PowerCore FLEX
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NEMA 4 Compliant Serial Only/Non-Ethernet Ethernet & Serial Communication
RoHS
RoHS Compliant
Low-Power
PowerCore FLEX
25
Actual Size Footprint
102 mm
60 mm
Optional +5 V Switching
Power Supply
Optional Analog
Ramp Generator
Optional 10/100
Compatible
Ethernet Port
Key Applications
• Building / Home Automation
• Handheld Devices
• Industrial Automation
• Point-of-Sale / Barcode Scanners
• Telecom Systems
• Wireless Devices
• Security Access / Biometric Systems
• GPS Systems
• Food Service Equipment
• Medical Devices
• Packaging Equipment
• Utility Metering Devices
• Ethernet / Internet Interfacing
• Point-of-Sale / Barcode Scanners
• Robotics Control
• Military / Transportation Systems
• Semiconductor Manufacturing
Equipment
• Service Processor / Device Monitors
• Marine Systems
• Test Equipment
• Remote Monitoring Systems
Customizable Microprocessor Core Modules
With available on-board power supply, analog features, and the fastest Rabbit 3000 microproces-
sor, the PowerCore FLEX bridges the gap between microcontrollers and single-board computers.
Created specifically to reduce the effort required to build embedded control applications, the
PowerCore is available with 1MB Flash, 1MB SRAM, and 1MB Serial Flash as well as 5 serial ports, 39
I/O, real-time clock, and Ethernet. On-board analog features include a ramp generator that, coupled
with inexpensive comparators and the pulse capture capabilities of the Rabbit 3000 microprocessor,
allows measurement of analog voltages for applications such as temperature measurement using
the on-board thermistor. In addition, on-board AC crossover detection is available for triac applications.
The PowerCore family of core modules offers embedded system engineers a powerful solution that
balances cost savings and performance while reducing design effort.
With the introduction of the PowerCore FLEX, Rabbit Semiconductor has
added over 1000 new core modules to its product line through FLEXible
manufacturing. Featuring customizable options such as microprocessor
speed, power supply, memory, analog features, and Ethernet capabil-
ity, PowerCore Rabbit Core Modules can be customized at the Rabbit
Semiconductor web site via the user-friendly On-Line Flex Configurator Tool.
Designing with PowerCore
The PowerCore family of microprocessor core modules is designed to facilitate
rapid development
and implementation of embedded systems. PowerCores are powered by high-performance 8-bit
Rabbit microprocessors with extensive integrated features and a C-friendly instruction set desig
ned
for use with the Dynamic C ® development system. The PowerCore mounts on a user-designed moth-
erboard and acts as the controlling microprocessor for the user’s system. PowerCores wit
h on-board
power supplies can also provide power to the motherboard. Small in size but packed with powerful
features, these core modules give designers a complete package for control and communicati
on.
The Ethernet port frees designers from the limitations of serial-port communications and control
and also permits instant local or worldwide connectivity using low-cost networking hardware.
Embedded systems using the Ethernet PowerCore module can be controlled and monitored
(as well as programmed and debugged when using appropriate accessory hardware) across any
network or the Internet.
PowerCore Flex™
Development Kits
Jump-start your evaluation and design efforts with
one of our many development kits, which include a
RabbitCore module, prototyping board, AC adapter
(U.S./Canada only), Dynamic C development soft-
ware and complete documentation on CD-ROM,
serial cable for programming and debugging, and
Getting Started manual.
Feature PowerCore
General Purpose I/O 39 I/O
Additional Inputs 2 Startup Mode, RESET
Additional Outputs STATUS, RESET
Auxiliary I/O Bus 8 data and 6 address lines
(shared with general purpose I/O)
Serial Ports Five 3.3 V CMOS-compatible
• 5 confi gurable as asynchronous
• 3 confi gurable as clocked
serial (SPI)
• 2 confi gurable HDLC
• 1 confi gurable SDLC
• 1 asynchronous serial port
dedicated for programming
Serial Rate Max. asynchronous
baud rate = CLK/8
Slave Interface Slave port permits use as master
or intelligent peripheral with
master controller
Real-Time Clock Yes
Timers Ten 8-bit timers (6 cascadable from the
fi rst) and one 10-bit timer with 2
match registers
Watchdog/Supervisor Yes
AC/DC
Voltage Outputs
AC/DC Input, 5 V ( up to 1.8 A ),
3.45 V (up to 550 mA)
Operating Temp. –40° to +70°C
Humidity 5–95%, non-condensing
Core Module Interface 2 x 25 pin header (0.1” pitch)
Power Input
Connector
6-pin, 3 mm polarized locking
Board Size 4.00” x 2.35” x 1.08”
(60 x 102 x 28 mm) (without wiring harness)
PowerCore FLEX Standard Feature
Feature PowerCore 3800 PowerCore 3810
Microprocessor Rabbit 3000 at 51.6 MHz Rabbit 3000 at 25.8 MHz
Ethernet Yes No
On-board Power
Supply
2A, 8-43 V DC, 24-60 V AC (with center-tapped
transformer otherwise 12-36 V AC)
1A, 8-40.7 V DC, 19-57.6 V AC (with center-tapped
transformer otherwise 10-29 V AC)
Memory • 512K Flash
•1 MB SRAM (512K Code, 512K data)
•1 MB Serial Flash
• 256K Flash
•256K SRAM
•No Serial Flash
On-board Analog Ramp Generator, AC Crossover Detection, Temperature Sensor
Pre-Confi gured PowerCores Specifi cations
Network and Internet Support
Your embedded device can network and serve web pages.
Hardware and software supports Ethernet, Wi-Fi, and cellular
telephone data networks. TCP/IP and most associated proto-
cols are included in the Development Kit. SSL secure server
software and other premium software modules are available
at a nominal cost. With the implementation of optional soft-
ware modules such as RabbitWeb, SSL, PPP, and AES, you can
securely and conveniently communicate with your embedded
device from anywhere in the world.
Model PowerCore FLEX
• Clock speed up to 51.6 MHz
• Onboard Power Supply (10-60 VAC, 8-43 VDC)
• On-board analog
(AC Crossover, ramp generator, temperature sensor)
• Max.1MB Flash
• Max. 1MB SRAM (512K code / 512K data)
• 39 general-purpose I/O
• 10/100 Compatible Ethernet
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