STM32 Primer

ST has produced the STM32 Primer as an introduction to the 32-bit STM32 with ARM Cortex™-M3 core microprocessor.

It is an innovative, low-cost evaluation and development package that is fun and interesting to use whilst still providing a platform for learning and evaluation.

The unit features an attractive, ergonomic design with MEMS-based controls and LCD display that makes navigation easy, simply by tilting the unit left, right, forward or back.

The included demonstration firmware has a graphical user interface and various games, making it a fun unit to use, as well as having pre-installed configuration and test applications that enable a full evaluation of the units capabilities.

As well as the maze and breakout games that come pre-installed on the unit, more applications may be added by downloading them from the projects pages at www.stm32circle.com.

The unit has two USB connectors that allow connection to a running PC for programming and debugging, and for embedded applications to communicate with an external USB host.

• Simple, one push button operation for switching on and launching menu
• Two USB connectors for debug and external communications
• LCD monitor with 64K colours, 128 x 128 pixels
• Change configuration setting of CPU freq., backlight, clock
• Self-test facility
• MEMS sensor captures the 3D motion of the unit and drives menus and pointer
• Onboard buzzer for audio output
• Unit case easy to open for access to PCB
• Powered by NiMH batteries (rechargeable via USB connector)