The UPD720110AGC-8EA is a USB host controller manufactured by Renesas Electronics America. It's designed to facilitate USB communication between a host system and various USB peripherals, managing data transfer and device configuration according to USB specifications.
Applications
- Embedded Systems: Implementing USB host capabilities in embedded applications for industrial control and data processing.
- Single-Board Computers (SBCs): Enabling USB functionality on SBCs used in various development and deployment scenarios.
- Instrumentation: Supporting USB-based instrumentation equipment for data acquisition, control, and analysis.
- Point-of-Sale (POS) Systems: Providing connectivity for USB peripherals like barcode scanners, receipt printers, and payment terminals.
- Industrial Automation: Facilitating communication with USB-based industrial sensors, actuators, and controllers in automation systems.
Features
- USB 2.0 Compliance: Supports high-speed (480 Mbps), full-speed (12 Mbps), and low-speed (1.5 Mbps) USB data transfer rates.
- Host Controller Interface: Features a standard host controller interface for simplified integration with different host systems.
- Integrated Transceiver: Incorporates a built-in USB transceiver to reduce external component count and simplify board design.
- Root Hub Functionality: Implements a root hub to manage multiple USB ports and handle device enumeration and configuration.
- Power Management Support: Includes power management features to minimize power consumption during idle or low-activity states.
Benefits
- Enhanced USB Connectivity: Provides seamless integration of USB peripherals with embedded systems and host platforms.
- Simplified System Design: Reduces design complexity with an integrated transceiver and standardized host controller interface.
- Improved Data Transfer Performance: Enables high-speed USB data transfer rates, enhancing performance in various applications.
- Reduced Power Consumption: Minimizes power usage and extends battery life in portable applications through power management.
- Cost-Effective USB Solution: Offers a cost-effective solution for adding USB host functionality to different embedded applications.
Additional Details
The UPD720110AGC-8EA communicates with the host system via a PCI or similar bus interface. It manages the complexities of the USB protocol, including device enumeration, configuration, and data transfer. Proper driver support on the host operating system is necessary for proper operation. Specific package types and operating temperature ranges can vary.