This is the introduction to a six part series to the  learning session on MSP430’s ultra low power FRAM MCU – the MSP430FR5969. 

This section presents an overview of MSP430FR5969 Core architecture and Peripherals.

In this module you will learn about using the MSP430FR5969 launchpad and the accompanying demo code.

In this module you will learn about using Code Composer Studio Version 5, TI’s IDE for MSP430 and well as MSP430’ peripheral driver library also known as driver lib. 

In this module we will learn about the MSP430’s 12-bit differential ADC known as the ADC12_B.  This module will also cover two labs based on the ADC12_B peripheral. 

In this module we will learn about the Memory Protection Unit and how it can be configured. 

 This video provides an introduction to the low power MCU series including a glimpse into non-volatile FRAM technology, positioning in the MSP430 FRAM microcontroller portfolio, key applications, and the high level device features and benefits.

 This video takes a closer look at the CPU available in the FR4x and FR2x microcontroller series and the clocking system that enables low power microcontroller functionality. It will then take a look at the power management module, supply voltage supervisor and FRAM modules on these new low-power microcontroller series.

This video takes a closer look at the key peripherals in the FR4x and FR2x microcontroller series. In this portion of the training we will be going over our new segmented LCD module, that is low power and extremely flexible, the on-board ADC, IR modulation logic, that is making coding easier, and the input/output pins in these microcontroller series.

This video will explore the evaluation and development tools as well as software that form a comprehensive ecosystem that makes development on low-power MSP430FR4x and MSP430FR2x much simpler

This session will include a combination of a presentation and a demo that introduce the latest TI-RTOS features to attendees, as well as giving them a more in-depth understanding of the product. We will begin with a presentation that overviews TI-RTOS features and device support with a special emphasis on new features that have been introduced in the areas of networking, power management, user interface, and toolchain compatibility. We will conclude with a demonstration of a TI-RTOS-based wireless networking application.

Quickly and easily add Bluetooth (and ANT) technology to systems using MSP430™. In this session, we will provide a quick intro to Bluetooth and ANT technology,  detailed overview of the CC2560 Bluetooth device and CC2567 Bluetooth + ANT device, and details of the platform. The platform provides complete system integration of all components including Bluetooth hardware (CC256x module), host hardware (MSP430), firmware, low-level drivers, Bluetooth stack, profiles, RTOS, and sample source applications using APIs.

Modern ultra-low power microcontrollers such as the TI MSP430 consume so little energy that batteries aren’t necessary even while sampling various sensors and communicating wirelessly.  By properly managing low-power modes and adjusting your activity profile, scavenging energy from the environment enables infinite system uptime without the need for a battery.  The various methods of energy harvesting will be discussed including vibration, solar and heat and the tips and tricks to enable an existing application to run from harvested energy.

Modern MSP430s have integrated USB peripherals allowing for serial communication over a single plug and play cable, intelligent human interface devices like mice and keyboards that don’t require driver installation, or mass storage devices for data retention.  MSP430 devices that feature a USB peripheral will be discussed as well as the software USB stacks required to create USB applications.

Introduction to the workshop on how to get started with the MSP430 5xx Experimenters Board.

This is Part 1 of the training series with MSP430 5xx Experiementers Board.

Part 2 of this series with the MSP430 5xx Experimenters Board covers the 5xx active and low power mode operation.

Part 3 of this series with the MSP430 5xx Experimenters Board covers a mixed signal application example.

Part 5 of this series with the MSP430 5xx Experimenters Board shows how to implement a fully optimized ADC12 routine.