Development kit streamlines flexible MCU-based controls for power LEDs

To help designers quickly access the advantages of LED control using the µPD78F8024 lighting controller, such as colour-management algorithms and sensor-driven thermal management, NEC Electronics has introduced the EV-K0-HCD evaluation kit.

The evaluation board includes a µPD78F8024, controlling an on-board 4-channel buck regulator capable of driving LED strings at 350mA per channel. The kit also includes a power-supply unit and USB cable to connect to a host PC, as well as Applilet GUI-based development software. Applilet supports automatic code generation to control the four channels of the µPD78F8024 controller.

Also included on the evaluation board are an ambient light sensor and a temperature sensor, which developers can use to exercise the full range of intelligent functions available with the µPD78F8024 MCU. Four LUXEON Rebel LEDs are also integrated on-board, allowing rapid testing of new lighting designs and control schemes. The board also supports connection of Future Lighting Solutions LED boards or a Dialight light engine, providing additional flexibility to build and test flexible, low-power lighting solutions.

 

FEATURES Support for advanced µPD78F8024 control capabilities: Colour management Temperature sensor Ambient-light sensor Four LED dimmer programme options RS-232 and RS-485 connections

APPLICATIONS Interior and exterior lighting Signage and signaling LCD backlights Emergency lighting Gaming systems

 

 

 

The EV-K0-HCD starter kit is available to members of the Future Board Club. To apply for the development board, and membership of the Board Club, go to www.my-boardclub.com/manf-offers.htm This offer is free and subject to qualification.

 

NEC Electronics / EV-K0-HCD for µPD78F8024