MCU-Based Development Board Speeds Low-Power Designs

EMBEDDED SYSTEMS CONFERENCE, San Jose, CA. - Supporting either an integrated signal-chain-on-chip MSP430FG4618 or a 14-pin F2013 microcontroller, the MSPEXP430FG4618 development board includes a Chipcon RF module connecter for developing low-power wireless networks. The board also features a number of input and output options such as a microphone, buzzer, LCD, capacitive touch-pad, push buttons, and pin board prototyping space. With two MSP430 MCUs, users can easily develop a variety of low-power and battery-operated products. Price for the MSPEXP430FG4618 board is $99. TEXAS INSTRUMENTS INC., Dallas, TX. (800) 477-8924.