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Acroview, a leader in chip programming, while releasing a new version of its programming software, officially announced that it has further expanded the coverage of compatible chip models. Its core product, the universal programming platform AP8000, has now achieved full compatibility with Padauk's single-phase brushless DC motor controller MF610.

MF610 is a single-phase brushless DC motor controller built on an 8-bit MCU platform. The MCU can use six-wire programming mode or four-wire system programming mode. MF610 receives signals from a Hall chip and uses an H-bridge to enable efficient operation of the brushless DC motor. Through Padauk's host computer system for tuning, users can easily set speed curves, output modes, protection parameters, etc., and immediately view the motor's operating status on the host computer.

Features

• Single-phase sensored brushless DC motor control

• PWM input or analog input control

• FG/RD/ALM/RALN/RXX/RRXX output

• Open-loop or closed-loop control

• Current limiting protection and overcurrent protection

• Soft start, stall protection and auto-restart mechanism

• Hardware protection

• Under-voltage restart

• Program error restart

• MTP programming

• Supports six-wire programming mode

• Supports four-wire system programming mode

• DC Fan applications

• Operating voltage range: 3.5V~6.5V

• Operating temperature range: -40°C ~ 105°C

• Package information

• MF610-M10: MSOP10 (118 mil)

Application Circuit Block Diagram

Acroview's independently developed AP8000 universal programmer has become a professional programming solution with benchmark significance in the industry. The device supports flexible and adjustable one-to-one and one-to-eight configuration modes, and provides both online and offline working modes. In particular, it has developed dedicated programming solutions for memory chips such as eMMC and UFS, fully covering Padauk's entire series of chips for bare-die offline programming and on-board programming requirements.

AP8000 adopts an innovative modular design with three core modules: main unit, base board, and adapter socket, giving the device excellent compatibility and scalability. As a universal programming platform, it can not only adapt to various programmable chips on the market, but also, with stable and efficient performance, serves as the core component of Acroview's automated batch programming equipment IPS5800S, efficiently handling large-scale chip programming tasks and meeting mass production needs.

The AP8000 main unit has flexible connection methods and is equipped with both USB and NET interfaces, enabling convenient networking of multiple programmers. Through the networking function, users can easily achieve synchronous control of multiple programmers and efficiently carry out parallel programming operations. In terms of security, the main unit has a built-in intelligent safety protection circuit that can monitor chip placement status and circuit connection conditions in real time. Once abnormalities such as reversed chip insertion or short circuits are detected, it will immediately trigger a power-off protection mechanism, comprehensively safeguarding the safe operation of chips and programmers. The main unit is equipped with a high-speed FPGA chip, greatly improving data transmission and processing efficiency and ensuring a smooth and efficient programming process. To enhance ease of use, the back of the main unit has an SD card slot. Users only need to transfer project files generated on the PC side to an SD card and insert it into the slot, then complete file selection, loading, and programming through the physical buttons of the programmer, achieving standalone operation without a PC. This design not only reduces dependence on computer hardware configuration, but also simplifies the work environment setup process and significantly improves operational flexibility.

In terms of expandability and compatibility, AP8000 adopts a modular combination design of base boards and adapter boards, effectively expanding the functional boundaries of the main unit. At present, the device supports products from all mainstream semiconductor manufacturers, covering well-known brands such as SK hynix, Micron, SANDISK, ASR, Kingston, etc. It supports a wide range of device types, including NAND, NOR, MCU, CPLD, FPGA, EMMC, etc., and is fully compatible with various industry-standard file formats such as Intel Hex, Motorola S, Binary, POF, providing users with one-stop, full-scenario chip programming solutions.

Company Introduction

About Padauk: Padauk Technology was founded in February 2005, with microcontroller ICs as the core of its research and development. Padauk's product applications include interactive smart toys, various types of remote control devices, smart home appliance products, industrial control chips, and high-performance brushless DC motor control.

About Acroview: Acroview is a national-level specialized, refined, distinctive and innovative "little giant" enterprise engaged in the R&D, production, and sales of semiconductor chip testing and programming equipment. The company is committed to empowering customers across the entire industry chain, including Fabless, IDM, OSAT, wafer fabs, and terminal equipment companies, through innovative semiconductor testing technologies and solutions. Acroview's pioneering fully automated ABI (Auto Burn-In) system greatly improves customers' chip burn-in testing efficiency and reduces per DUT testing costs. At the same time, it also provides customers with equipment products and solutions for all stages including PSV, CP, FT, ABI, SLT, and programming. We perfectly integrate our leading product technology advantages, system-level professional knowledge, and globally deployed R&D and sales service network to create leading value for customers in market competition.