The TMP87C408N-4V17 is an 8-bit microcontroller manufactured by Toshiba Semiconductor and Storage. It belongs to the TLCS-870 series of microcontrollers. This microcontroller is designed for various embedded control applications requiring moderate processing power and a variety of peripheral interfaces.

Applications:

  
• Remote controls
  
• Consumer electronics control
  
• Industrial control systems
  
• Home appliances
  
• Toy and game controllers

Features:

  
• 8-bit CPU core
  
• On-chip ROM (Read-Only Memory)
  
• On-chip RAM (Random Access Memory)
  
• I/O ports for interfacing with external devices
  
• Timers/counters for timing and control functions
  
• Serial communication interface (e.g., UART)

Benefits:

  
• Integrated solution for embedded control
  
• Flexible I/O capabilities for connecting to various peripherals
  
• Programmable timers for precise timing control
  
• Cost-effective for high-volume applications
  
• Reduced component count due to on-chip peripherals

Technical Specifications:

The TMP87C408N-4V17 operates with a supply voltage of typically 5V. It has a specific amount of on-chip ROM and RAM (the exact size varies depending on the specific variant within the series). The clock frequency is determined by the crystal oscillator connected to the microcontroller. The number of I/O pins varies but is typically in the range of 20-40 pins. The device supports various interrupt sources for responsive control. The serial communication interface enables communication with other devices or systems. The microcontroller is packaged in a DIP (Dual In-line Package) or similar package for easy prototyping and production. The device is designed for low-power operation. Specific operating temperature ranges are dependent upon its specifications but are adequate for consumer electronic applications. This is an older microcontroller model, but can be found in legacy systems, and still performs well in less demanding applications.