Acroview, a leader in chip programming, has officially announced further expansion of its compatible chip model coverage with the release of its latest programming software. The company's core product – the universal programming platform AP8000 – has now achieved full adaptation with SPINTROL's system-on-chip (SoC) microcontroller SPC2188LAPE.

The SPC2188LAPE is a dual-core, high-performance, highly integrated system-on-chip (SoC) microcontroller. It integrates two 32-bit high-performance ARM® Cortex-M4F cores, supporting a maximum clock frequency of 240 MHz, providing up to 2 MB of QSPI Flash memory (supporting execute-in-place with a 16 KB read cache) and up to 384 KB of RAM, along with rich I/O and peripheral resources. The dual cores can exchange data via RAM and also send messages and interrupts to each other through a dedicated mailbox. The SPC2188LAPE includes two direct memory access controllers (DMAC), offering a total of 16 data channels to offload CPU resources and enable fast data transfer between memories, between memory and peripherals, and between peripherals.

The SPC2188LAPE features three 14-bit ADCs, three programmable gain amplifiers, twelve enhanced PWM modules, eight enhanced capture modules, two quadrature encoder pulse modules, one 4-channel Sigma-Delta filter module, and six general-purpose 32-bit timers. It also provides communication interfaces such as UART/LIN, I2C, SPI, and CAN/FDCAN, making it an ideal platform for motor control applications.

The SPC2188LAPE supports a single 3.3V ±10% power supply and an operating junction temperature range of -40 to +125°C. It is offered in a 100-pin LQFP package.

Features

• Two 32-bit ARM® Cortex-M4F cores
-- Single-precision floating-point unit (FPU)
-- Up to 240 MHz main frequency

• On-chip memory
-- Up to 2 MB QSPI Flash (optional ECC protection), supporting execute-in-place (optional 16 KB read cache)
-- One 256-byte OTP Flash
-- Up to 384 KB RAM (ECC protection)

• Clock, reset, and power management
-- 3.3V single-supply operation
-- Power-on reset and over-voltage/under-voltage detection
-- Supports 4~32 MHz external crystal oscillator
-- Built-in 32 MHz factory-calibrated oscillator
-- Built-in phase-locked loop (PLL) clock

• Three 14-bit analog-to-digital converters (24 external channels)
-- 140 ns conversion time
-- Conversion range: 0~3.339V
-- Differential sampling
-- Open/short circuit detection
-- Supports simultaneous sampling on multiple channels

• One temperature sensor

• Three programmable gain amplifiers (PGA)
-- Programmable gain range
-- Single-ended mode: 1/2/4/8/12/16/24/32
-- Differential mode: 2/4/8/16/24/32/48/64
-- Typical settling time: 600 ns

• Sixteen analog comparators (COMP)
-- Built-in digital output filter
-- Five 10-bit DAC reference sources
-- One 12-bit DAC reference source
-- Can be used for overvoltage protection or phase comparison

• Twelve pulse-width modulation modules (PWM)
-- 24 flexibly configurable waveform outputs
-- Multiple events that can trigger ADC conversion

• Eight enhanced capture modules (ECAP)
-- Selectable capture input pins (all GPIO channels)
-- Four 32-bit capture registers
-- Supports auxiliary PWM functions

• One 4-channel Sigma-Delta filter module (SDFM)

• Two enhanced quadrature encoder pulse modules (EQEP)
-- 32-bit counter
-- Supports quadrature counting, bidirectional counting, unidirectional counting, and CW/CCW counting
-- Supports event-based count value latching and reset

• One 24-bit system tick timer per CPU

• Two 32-bit watchdog timers per CPU

• Six 32-bit general-purpose timers

• Two DMA controllers
-- Provides up to 16 channels

• Up to 82 GPIO pins
-- Independent pull-up/pull-down resistors, output drive strength, and input filter configuration

• Communication interfaces
-- 8x UART/LIN, 3x SPI, 3x I2C, 2x CAN/FDCAN, 1x external QSPI

• Debug interface
-- Supports SWD (default) and JTAG

• Security modules
-- 1x CRC, 1x AES, 64-bit unique identifier

• Operating temperature
-- Junction temperature: -40~+125°C
-- Ambient temperature: -40~+105°C

• Package
-- LQFP-100, 14x14x1.4 mm, 0.5 mm pitch

System Block Diagram

The AP8000 universal programmer independently developed by Acroview has become a benchmark professional programming solution in the industry. The device supports flexible and adjustable one-to-one and one-to-eight configuration modes, and offers both online and offline operating modes. It has developed dedicated programming solutions for memory chips such as eMMC and UFS, and can fully cover the bare-chip offline programming and on-board programming needs of SPINTROL's entire series of chips. The AP8000 adopts an innovative modular design with three core modules – main unit, baseboard, and adapter socket – endowing the device with outstanding compatibility and expandability. As a universal programming platform, it not only adapts to various programmable chips on the market but also serves as a core component of Acroview's automated batch programming system IPS5800S with stable and efficient performance, capable of handling large-scale chip programming tasks to meet mass production requirements.

The AP8000 main unit features flexible connectivity, equipped with both USB and NET interfaces, enabling convenient networking of multiple programmers. Through networking, users can easily achieve synchronized control of multiple programmers and efficiently carry out parallel programming operations. In terms of safety, the main unit incorporates an intelligent safety protection circuit that monitors chip placement status and circuit connections in real time. Once abnormalities such as reverse insertion or short circuits are detected, it immediately triggers a power-off protection mechanism, safeguarding the safe operation of both the chip and the programmer. The main unit is equipped with a high-speed FPGA chip, significantly improving data transmission and processing efficiency to ensure a smooth and efficient programming process. To enhance user convenience, an SD card slot is provided on the back of the main unit. Users only need to store the project files generated on a PC to the SD card and insert it into the slot, then use the physical buttons on the programmer to select, load, and execute programming operations, enabling standalone operation without a PC. This design not only reduces dependence on computer hardware configuration but also simplifies the working environment setup process, significantly improving operational flexibility.

In terms of expandability and compatibility, the AP8000 adopts a modular combination of baseboard and adapter boards, effectively extending the main unit's functionality. Currently, the device supports products from all major semiconductor manufacturers, covering well-known brands such as SK hynix, Micron, SANDISK, ASR, and Kingston. Its supported device types are extensive, including NAND, NOR, MCU, CPLD, FPGA, eMMC, etc., and it is fully compatible with various industry-standard file formats such as Intel Hex, Motorola S, Binary, and POF, providing users with a one-stop, full-scenario chip programming solution.

Company Introduction

About SPINTROL: SPINTROL was formerly the motor product line division of Fairchild Semiconductor. It was spun off and operated independently through a management buyout at the end of 2014. The company focuses on the development of highly integrated motor control chips, system components, and advanced core algorithms. SPINTROL has successfully mass-produced two generations of motor control chips, which are widely used in consumer electronics, white goods, and industrial control applications.

About Acroview: Acroview is a national-level "Little Giant" enterprise specializing in R&D, production, and sales of semiconductor chip testing and programming equipment. The company is committed to empowering the entire industry chain – including Fabless, IDM, OSAT, wafer fabs, and end-device manufacturers – through innovative semiconductor testing technologies and solutions. Acroview's pioneering fully automatic burn-in (Auto Burn-In, ABI) system greatly improves chip burn-in testing efficiency and reduces per-DUT testing costs. The company also provides equipment and solutions covering all stages from PSV, CP, FT, ABI, SLT to programming. By perfectly integrating product technology leadership, system-level expertise, and a globally deployed R&D and sales service network, Acroview creates value for customers to gain a competitive edge in the market.