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Acroview Technology, a leader in chip programming, has officially announced an expansion of its compatible chip model coverage with the release of its latest programming software. The company's core product, the universal programming platform AP8000, now fully supports OnMicro's low-power Bluetooth chip, the OM6626B.

The OM6626B is a highly efficient System-on-Chip (SoC) solution designed for low-power Bluetooth and proprietary 2.4GHz applications. This chip integrates a high-performance, low-power RF transceiver, a Bluetooth baseband processor, and a rich set of peripheral I/O expansion interfaces. Additionally, the OM6626B incorporates a Power Management Unit (PMU) for efficient power control. Its target applications include 2.4GHz low-power Bluetooth systems, proprietary 2.4GHz systems, human-computer interaction devices (keyboards, mice, remote controls, sports & leisure equipment, mobile phone accessories, and consumer electronics). The on-chip Bluetooth system of the OM6626B is compatible with Bluetooth version 5.3.

The chip integrates a high-performance microcontroller (MCU) with a maximum main frequency of 64MHz, and is equipped with a Direct Memory Access Controller (DMA), General-Purpose Input/Output pins (GPIO), Serial Peripheral Interface (SPI), Universal Asynchronous Receiver/Transmitter (UART), Timers, and a Watchdog. It supports an external 32MHz crystal oscillator input and integrates a versatile Analog-to-Digital Converter (ADC) with up to 12-bit precision.

Furthermore, the OM6626B features 80KB of built-in SRAM and 256 bits of EFUSE, and supports microcontroller development with on-chip Serial Flash (SFLASH) based on the user's custom Integrated Development Environment (IDE), as well as software upgrades via the JTAG interface.

Features

• RF Transceiver

• Sensitivity: -99dBm (@1Mbps GFSK modulation)

• Sensitivity: -96dBm (@2Mbps GFSK modulation)

• TX Power: -30 to +8dBm

• Auto Gain Control (AGC)

• Received Signal Strength Indicator (RSSI, 1dB resolution)

• CPU and Debug Interface

• Core: ARM® Cortex™-M4, maximum main frequency 64MHz

• Debug Interface: SWD (Serial Wire Debug)

• Memory

• EFUSE: 256 bits

• SRAM: 80KB

• Serial Flash: 1MB

• I-Cache RAM: 8KB

• Clocks

• Crystal Oscillators: 32MHz, 32.768kHz

• RC Oscillators: 32MHz, 32.768kHz

• Link Controller

• BT 5.3 LE PHY and Link Controller

• Proprietary 2.4GHz Link Controller

• Power Management

• Single Supply Voltage: 1.71V ~ 3.6V

• RX Peak Current: 3.4mA

• TX Peak Current: 4.2mA (@0dBm output power)

• Sleep Mode Current: 1.2μA (supports 16KB RAM data retention, 32kHz RC oscillator active)

• Integrated DCDC BUCK Converter

• Software

• Compatible with Bluetooth 5.3 protocol

• Supports data rates: 1Mbps, 2Mbps (BLE mode)

• Configurable on-air data rate: 25kbps to 2Mbps (2.4GHz proprietary mode)

• Supports mesh network

• Provides sample applications and profiles

• Supports Over-the-Air (OTA) updates

• Peripherals

• GPIO: Up to 25

• DMA: 8 channels

• UART: 2

• I2C: 1 (Master mode only)

• SPI: 2

• 16-bit Timer/Counter: 1 (with 4 compare/capture/PWM channels)

• 16-bit Timer/Counter: 2 (each with 4 compare/PWM channels, combinable into one 32-bit PWM timer)

• 32-bit Real-Time Counter (RTC): 1 (with 3 compare channels)

• 16-bit Low Energy Timer: 1 (with 2 compare/PWM channels)

• Watchdog Timer: 1

• GPADC: 8-channel single-ended input, 12-bit precision, max sampling rate 333.3ksps (precision and sampling rate configurable)

• Security

• AES HW encryption

• Supports key sizes: AES-256/AES-128

• HW Random Number Generator

• Package and Work Environment

• Package: QFN32 (4x4mm)

• Operating Temperature Range: -40℃ to +85℃

Applications

• Smart Bracelets

• Bluetooth Keyboards & Mice

• Smart Locks

Functional Block Diagram

Acroview Technology's independently developed AP8000 universal programmer has become a benchmark professional programming solution in the industry. This device supports flexible configurations, including 1-to-1 and 1-to-8 modes, and offers both online and offline operation modes. It features dedicated programming solutions developed specifically for memory chips like eMMC and UFS, comprehensively covering the needs for off-line programming of bare chips and on-board programming for OnMicro's entire series of chips. The AP8000 adopts an innovative modular design with three core modules: main unit, motherboard, and adapter socket, granting the device excellent compatibility and expandability. As a universal programming platform, it not only adapts to various programmable chips on the market but also serves as a core component of Acroview's automated mass production programmer, the IPS5800S, with its stable and efficient performance, efficiently handling large-scale chip programming tasks to meet mass production requirements.

The AP8000 main unit features flexible connectivity, equipped with both USB and NET interfaces, enabling easy networking of multiple programmers. Through the networking function, users can effortlessly achieve synchronized control of multiple programmers for efficient parallel programming operations. Regarding safety, the main unit incorporates an intelligent safety protection circuit that monitors chip placement status and circuit connections in real-time. Upon detecting anomalies such as reverse insertion or short circuits, it immediately triggers a power-off protection mechanism, safeguarding the chip and programmer comprehensively. The main unit houses a high-speed FPGA chip, significantly enhancing data transfer and processing efficiency, ensuring a smooth and efficient programming process. To enhance user convenience, an SD card slot is located on the back of the main unit. Users simply need to save the project file generated on a PC to an SD card, insert it into the slot, and use the programmer's physical buttons to select, load, and execute programming operations, enabling standalone operation without a PC. This design not only reduces dependency on computer hardware specifications but also simplifies the setup of the working environment, significantly enhancing operational flexibility.

In terms of expandability and compatibility, the AP8000 employs a modular design combining a motherboard and adapter boards, effectively extending the main unit's functional boundaries. Currently, the device supports products from all major semiconductor manufacturers, covering well-known brands such as SK hynix, Micron, SANDISK, ASR, and Kingston. It supports a wide range of device types, including NAND, NOR, MCU, CPLD, FPGA, and EMMC, and is fully compatible with various industry-standard file formats like Intel Hex, Motorola S, Binary, and POF, providing users with a one-stop, all-scenario chip programming solution.

Company Profiles

About OnMicro: OnMicro is a composite IC design company deeply engaged in the fields of radio frequency front-end and wireless communication, with diversified forward-looking布局. OnMicro consistently adheres to the design, production, and sale of high-performance, high-quality chips, as well as the R&D and promotion of overall application solutions. Based on processes such as CMOS, GaAs, SiGe, SOI, and GaN, OnMicro has extensive experience in chip design and mass production. Its core product lines cover six major categories, with over four hundred chip models: 2G/3G/4G/5G full-series RF Front-End (L-PAMiD/F, L-DiFEM, MMMB PA, Tx Module, RF Switch, LNA, Tuner Switch, etc.), Filters (Saw Filter, TC/TF-Saw Duplexer, etc.), IoT SoC chips (Bluetooth BLE, Dual-mode Bluetooth, 2.4GHz wireless chips, etc.), MCUs, Analog Signal Chain, and Power Management chips. Their key indicators and quality are comparable to similar products from world-class manufacturers, primarily applied in fields such as smartphones, automotive electronics, energy storage, industry, high-performance computing, IoT, and smart wearables.

About Acroview Technology: Acroview Technology is a national-level "Little Giant" specialized and sophisticated enterprise engaged in the R&D, production, and sales of semiconductor chip testing and programming equipment. The company is dedicated to empowering the entire industry chain, including Fabless, IDM, OSAT, wafer fabs, and end-device companies, through innovative semiconductor testing technology and solutions. Acroview's pioneering fully automated Burn-In system (ABI) has significantly enhanced customers' chip burn-in testing efficiency and reduced Per DUT test costs. It also provides customers with equipment products and solutions for various stages including PSV, CP, FT, ABI, SLT, and Programming. Acroview perfectly integrates leading product technology, system-level expertise, and a globally deployed R&D, sales, and service network, creating value for customers to gain a competitive edge in the market.