Experience the art of signal convergence with TMUX1208 and ATmega644P
Where signals converge, choices expand!
Published Aug 18, 2023
Click board™
MUX 3 Click
Dev. board
EasyAVR v7
Compiler
NECTO Studio
MCU
ATmega644P
Crafted for versatility and precision, our general-purpose CMOS multiplexer empowers you to effortlessly manage and direct various signals, expanding your options for seamless connectivity
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Hardware Overview
How does it work?
MUX 3 Click is based on the TMUX1208, a 5-V Bidirectional 8:1, 1-Channel Multiplexer from Texas Instruments. The TMUX1208 is a general-purpose complementary metal-oxide semiconductor (CMOS) multiplexer (MUX). A wide operating supply of 1.08 V to 5.5 V allows use in various applications, from personal electronics to building automation applications. The device supports bidirectional analog and digital signals on the source (Sx) and drain (D) pins ranging from GND to VDD. All logic inputs have 1.8 V logic-compatible thresholds, ensuring TTL and CMOS logic compatibility when operating in the valid supply voltage range. Fail-Safe Logic circuitry allows voltages on the control pins to be applied before the supply pin, protecting the device from
potential damage. Break-before-make delay is a safety feature that prevents two inputs from connecting when switching devices. The output first breaks from the on-state switch before making the connection with the next on-state switch. The time delay between the break and the make is known as the break-before-make delay. One useful application for the TMUX1208 features is multiplexing various signals into an ADC integrated into an MCU. Utilizing an integrated ADC in the MCU allows a system to minimize cost with a potential tradeoff of system performance when compared to an external ADC. The multiplexer allows for multiple inputs/sensors to be monitored with a single ADC pin of the device, which is critical in systems with limited I/O. Given
all the features the TMUX1208 offers, the MUX 3 Click is best used for Analog and Digital Multiplexing / Demultiplexing, HVAC: Heating, Ventilation, and Air Conditioning, Smoke Detectors, Video Surveillance, Electronic Point of Sale, Battery-Powered Equipment, Appliances, Consumer Audio. This Click board™ can operate with either 3.3V or 5V logic voltage levels selected via the VCC SEL jumper. This way, both 3.3V and 5V capable MCUs can use the communication lines properly. Also, this Click board™ comes equipped with a library containing easy-to-use functions and an example code that can be used, as a reference, for further development.
Features overview
Development board
EasyAVR v7 is the seventh generation of AVR development boards specially designed for the needs of rapid development of embedded applications. It supports a wide range of 16-bit AVR microcontrollers from Microchip and has a broad set of unique functions, such as a powerful onboard mikroProg programmer and In-Circuit debugger over USB. The development board is well organized and designed so that the end-user has all the necessary elements in one place, such as switches, buttons, indicators, connectors, and others. With four different connectors for each port, EasyAVR v7 allows you to connect accessory boards, sensors, and custom electronics more
efficiently than ever. Each part of the EasyAVR v7 development board contains the components necessary for the most efficient operation of the same board. An integrated mikroProg, a fast USB 2.0 programmer with mikroICD hardware In-Circuit Debugger, offers many valuable programming/debugging options and seamless integration with the Mikroe software environment. Besides it also includes a clean and regulated power supply block for the development board. It can use a wide range of external power sources, including an external 12V power supply, 7-12V AC or 9-15V DC via DC connector/screw terminals, and a power source via the USB Type-B (USB-B)
connector. Communication options such as USB-UART and RS-232 are also included, alongside the well-established mikroBUS™ standard, three display options (7-segment, graphical, and character-based LCD), and several different DIP sockets which cover a wide range of 16-bit AVR MCUs. EasyAVR v7 is an integral part of the Mikroe ecosystem for rapid development. Natively supported by Mikroe software tools, it covers many aspects of prototyping and development thanks to a considerable number of different Click boards™ (over a thousand boards), the number of which is growing every day.
Microcontroller Overview
MCU Card / MCU
Architecture
AVR
MCU Memory (KB)
64
Silicon Vendor
Microchip
Pin count
40
RAM (Bytes)
4096
Used MCU Pins
mikroBUS™ mapper
Take a closer look
Click board™ Schematic
Step by step
Project assembly
Start by selecting your development board and Click board™. Begin with the EasyAVR v7 as your development board.
Track your results in real time
Application Output
1. Application Output - In Debug mode, the 'Application Output' window enables real-time data monitoring, offering direct insight into execution results. Ensure proper data display by configuring the environment correctly using the provided tutorial.
2. UART Terminal - Use the UART Terminal to monitor data transmission via a USB to UART converter, allowing direct communication between the Click board™ and your development system. Configure the baud rate and other serial settings according to your project's requirements to ensure proper functionality. For step-by-step setup instructions, refer to the provided tutorial.
3. Plot Output - The Plot feature offers a powerful way to visualize real-time sensor data, enabling trend analysis, debugging, and comparison of multiple data points. To set it up correctly, follow the provided tutorial, which includes a step-by-step example of using the Plot feature to display Click board™ readings. To use the Plot feature in your code, use the function: plot(*insert_graph_name*, variable_name);. This is a general format, and it is up to the user to replace 'insert_graph_name' with the actual graph name and 'variable_name' with the parameter to be displayed.
Software Support
Library Description
This library contains API for MUX 3 Click driver.
Key functions:
mux3_set_channel- Set active MUX channel function
Open Source
Code example
The complete application code and a ready-to-use project are available through the NECTO Studio Package Manager for direct installation in the NECTO Studio. The application code can also be found on the MIKROE GitHub account.
/*!
* \file
* \brief MUX 3 Click example
*
* # Description
* This application sets multiplexing one input channel to eight single-ended output channels.
*
* The demo application is composed of two sections :
*
* ## Application Init
* Initialization driver enable's - GPIO, also write log.
*
* ## Application Task
* This is an example which demonstrates the use of MUX 3 Click board.
* Sets the current active and changes the channel every 1 sec.
* Results are being sent to the Usart Terminal where you can track their changes.
* All data logs write on Usart Terminal changes for every 1 sec.
*
* \author MikroE Team
*
*/
// ------------------------------------------------------------------- INCLUDES
#include "board.h"
#include "log.h"
#include "mux3.h"
// ------------------------------------------------------------------ VARIABLES
static mux3_t mux3;
static log_t logger;
// ------------------------------------------------------ APPLICATION FUNCTIONS
void application_init ( void )
{
log_cfg_t log_cfg;
mux3_cfg_t cfg;
/**
* Logger initialization.
* Default baud rate: 115200
* Default log level: LOG_LEVEL_DEBUG
* @note If USB_UART_RX and USB_UART_TX
* are defined as HAL_PIN_NC, you will
* need to define them manually for log to work.
* See @b LOG_MAP_USB_UART macro definition for detailed explanation.
*/
LOG_MAP_USB_UART( log_cfg );
log_init( &logger, &log_cfg );
log_info(&logger, "---- Application Init ----");
// Click initialization.
mux3_cfg_setup( &cfg );
MUX3_MAP_MIKROBUS( cfg, MIKROBUS_1 );
mux3_init( &mux3, &cfg );
}
void application_task ( void )
{
mux3_set_channel( &mux3, MUX3_ENABLE_CHANNEL_S1 );
log_printf( &logger, "Active channel: S1\r\n" );
Delay_1sec( );
mux3_set_channel( &mux3, MUX3_ENABLE_CHANNEL_S2 );
log_printf( &logger, "Active channel: S2\r\n" );
Delay_1sec( );
mux3_set_channel( &mux3, MUX3_ENABLE_CHANNEL_S3 );
log_printf( &logger, "Active channel: S3\r\n" );
Delay_1sec( );
mux3_set_channel( &mux3, MUX3_ENABLE_CHANNEL_S4 );
log_printf( &logger, "Active channel: S4\r\n" );
Delay_1sec( );
mux3_set_channel( &mux3, MUX3_ENABLE_CHANNEL_S5 );
log_printf( &logger, "Active channel: S5\r\n" );
Delay_1sec( );
mux3_set_channel( &mux3, MUX3_ENABLE_CHANNEL_S6 );
log_printf( &logger, "Active channel: S6\r\n" );
Delay_1sec( );
mux3_set_channel( &mux3, MUX3_ENABLE_CHANNEL_S7 );
log_printf( &logger, "Active channel: S7\r\n" );
Delay_1sec( );
mux3_set_channel( &mux3, MUX3_ENABLE_CHANNEL_S8 );
log_printf( &logger, "Active channel: S8\r\n" );
Delay_1sec( );
mux3_set_channel( &mux3, MUX3_DISABLE_ALL_CHANNELS );
log_printf( &logger, "Active channel: none\r\n" );
log_printf( &logger, "-------------------\r\n" );
Delay_1sec( );
}
void main ( void )
{
application_init( );
for ( ; ; )
{
application_task( );
}
}
// ------------------------------------------------------------------------ END
