Freescale Semiconductor is adding a device family designed primarily for the mainstream automotive instrument cluster market to its S12 MagniV mixed-signal microcontroller (MCU) portfolio. The new S12 MagniV S12ZVH enables developers to create a comprehensive instrument cluster solution with a single chip, significantly reducing time to market and the overall bill of materials.
The S12ZVH 16-bit mixed-signal MCU family is based on Freescale's LL18UHV technology, which enables extensive analog integration on the MCU so automotive developers can connect high-voltage signals and power supplies directly to the MCU, helping save board space and reduce system complexity. By designing with the S12ZVH, developers also can minimize sourcing from multiple suppliers and improve overall system reliability.
Ray Cornyn, Vice President, Automotive Microcontrollers, Freescale said, "With our S12ZVH mixed-signal MCU family, Freescale is the first to market with a single-chip solution for automotive instrument clusters. These highly integrated devices enable streamlined design, making them ideal for entry-level cluster applications in which cost and board space are key drivers."
