Introduction
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Introduction
The RF430FRL152HEVM, including the user software, is a complete evaluation platform to evaluate the
key features of the of the RF430FRL15xH devices:
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Passive communication and sensor measurement using ISO/IEC 15693
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Can program user code to FRAM memory through JTAG
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Collect sensor measurements over I
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Can develop drivers for custom digital sensors
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Interfaces with the PC GUI application to fully experiment with application functionality
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Overview
To start evaluating the RF430FRL152H device, an RF430FRL152HEVM is available. This evaluation
board allows you to experiment with all of the capabilities of the low-voltage (1.5-V) dynamic tag with an
MSP430™ core.
Because this dynamic tag uses ISO/IEC 15693 (NFC-capable) passive communication, it needs an
ISO/IEC 15693 reader/writer to explore its full capabilities. TI recommends that you use either a
TRF7970AEVM in conjunction with a PC application or a custom NFC/RFID-capable handset.
Features and benefits of the RF430FRL152H MCU include:
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ISO/IEC 15693 RF interface
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Low-voltage MSP430 MCU (L092 based)
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Nonvolatile low-power FRAM memory (2kB)
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Sigma-delta 14-bit analog-to-digital converter
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Single-cell battery (1.5-V) operation
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Can run batteryless from RF scavenged energy provided by NFC/RFID reader
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Supports temperature measurement using a thermistor
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Single-chip solution for a contact-less sensor
The RF430FRL152HEVM is a development platform to evaluate the capabilities of the RF430FRL15xH
devices and allows experimenting with all the features of the RF430FRL152H.
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Integrated PCB antenna
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Power over RF, battery, or USB
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Onboard thermistor and reference resistor for temperature measurement
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Onboard light sensor
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NFC/RFID ISO 15693 communication with NFC/RFID enabled reader/writer or smart phone
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Connector to enable compatibility with TI LaunchPads and BoosterPacks
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JTAG header for connection of MSP430-FET Emulation tool for programming
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RF430FRL152HEVM User's Guide
SLAU607 – December 2014
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