MB2146-401 F
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MC-8FX Family Evaluation Board Operation Guide, Doc. # 002-07324 Rev. *A
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Preface
Thank you for purchasing the evaluation board (Part number:MB2146-401) for the
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MC
-8FX
family.
The MB 2146-401 is a development support tool for developing and evaluating applied products
based on the
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MC-8FX
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family of the 8-bit microcontroller manufactured by Cypress.
This manual is intended for engineers who use the MB2146-401(hereafter called the evaluation
board)to develop applied products based on Cypress
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MC-8FX family of the 8-bit microcontroller.
The manual describes how to handle the evaluation board and its function and setting procedures.
Be sure to read it before using the evaluation board.
Consult the Sales representatives or the Support representatives of Cypress Limited for mass-
produced MCUs and evaluation MCUs.
*: Henceforth, Evaluation MCU is called.
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Using the product Safety
This manual contains important information required for using the MB2146-401 safely. Be sure to
read through the manual before using the product and follow the instructions contained therein to
use it correctly.
In particular, carefully read “Caution of the products described in this document” at the beginning of
this manual to understand the requirements for safe use of the product before using it.
After reading the manual, keep it handy for future reference.
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Warranty and Liability Disclaimers
The specifications of the product are subject to change without notice.
In no event shall Cypress be liable for any loss or damages whatsoever directly or indirectly arising
out of the use of the product.
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Product Operating Environment
Use the product at an operating temperature between 5°C to 35°C and at an operating humidity
between 20% to 80%. Avoid using it in a hot or humid environment and prevent condensation.
The product is a frameless PC board unit with all electronic components exposed. Therefore, neither
put anything on the product nor touch or let an electrically charged material contact a metal part of it.
Once the product has been powered, try to keep those objects away from it which can short-circuit it
or easily catch fire and burn. Use the product as horizontal as possible and avoid operating it at a
place exposed to strong vibration, dust, or explosive gas.
