The AT91SAM7S161-AU is an integrated circuit (IC) component manufactured by Microchip Technology. It is a high-performance microcontroller based on the ARM 7TDMI core, designed for embedded applications that require a combination of performance, flexibility, and low power consumption. This IC is suitable for a wide range of applications including industrial control systems, consumer electronics, and automotive applications.
Key Features:
1. Processor: The AT91SAM7S161-AU is built around the ARM7TDMI-S CPU core, operating at a clock frequency of up to 55 MHz. This powerful 32-bit RISC processor provides a high level of performance for computation-intensive applications.
2. Memory: It features 256 KB of on-chip Flash memory for program storage. Additionally, it has 64 KB of built-in SRAM (Static Random-Access Memory) for data storage. The IC also supports in-system programming and provides hardware protection for Flash memory content.
3. Peripherals: This IC offers a wide range of peripherals to facilitate connectivity and interfacing with external devices. It includes a USB 2.0 Full Speed interface with 2 endpoints, UARTs (Universal Asynchronous Receiver-Transmitters), SPI (Serial Peripheral Interface), TWI (Two-Wire Interface), and multiple timers/counters. It also provides an 8-channel 10-bit ADC (Analog-to-Digital Converter) for analog sensor data acquisition
