The STM32H743VIT6 belongs to STMicroelectronics, a well-known manufacturer of microcontrollers and semiconductor solutions. It is part of the STM32H7 series, which is based on a high-performance ARM Cortex-M7 core.
Package and Pinout Specifications:
The STM32H743VIT6 comes in a LQFP (Low-Profile Quad Flat Package), specifically the LQFP-176 package. It features a total of 176 pins.
Pin Function Table (for STM32H743VIT6, LQFP-176):Here’s an outline of the key pins and their functionalities for this package. Please note that there are 176 pins, so I'll provide a sample overview of the pinout for the first 20 pins.
Pin Number Pin Name Function 1 VSS Ground Pin 2 VDD Power Supply Pin 3 NRST External Reset Pin 4 PA0 General Purpose I/O Pin (GPIO) – Can also function as ADCIN0, TIM2CH1, etc. 5 PA1 GPIO or ADCIN1, USART2TX, etc. 6 PA2 GPIO, USART2_RX, etc. 7 PA3 GPIO, USART2_CK, etc. 8 PA4 GPIO, SPI1_NSS, etc. 9 PA5 GPIO, SPI1_SCK, etc. 10 PA6 GPIO, SPI1_MISO, etc. 11 PA7 GPIO, SPI1_MOSI, etc. 12 PB0 GPIO, EXTI0, TIM3_CH3, etc. 13 PB1 GPIO, EXTI1, TIM3_CH4, etc. 14 PB2 GPIO, EXTI2, TIM3_CH1, etc. 15 PB3 GPIO, EXTI3, TIM3_CH2, etc. 16 PB4 GPIO, I2C1_SCL, etc. 17 PB5 GPIO, I2C1_SDA, etc. 18 PB6 GPIO, USART1_TX, etc. 19 PB7 GPIO, USART1_RX, etc. 20 PC0 GPIO, EXTI10, etc.This table is just a sample, and the full pinout for 176 pins would include all pins from PA0 to PI15 and many others such as PE, PF, PG, PH, PI.
Common Pin Functions:
GPIO: General Purpose Input/Output – Pins can be configured as input, output, or alternate functions. ADC: Analog-to-Digital Converter – Pins can serve as input channels for ADC conversion. USART: Universal Synchronous Asynchronous Receiver-Transmitter – Pins can be used for serial communication. SPI: Serial Peripheral interface – Used for data exchange between microcontroller and peripheral devices. I2C: Inter-Integrated Circuit – Used for communication between the microcontroller and I2C devices. PWM: Pulse Width Modulation – Pins can be used for generating PWM signals. EXTI: External Interrupt – Pins can trigger interrupts.20 Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs):
1. What is the main function of the STM32H743VIT6 microcontroller? The STM32H743VIT6 is a high-performance microcontroller based on the ARM Cortex-M7 core, designed for applications that require a lot of computational power, including industrial automation, automotive, and consumer electronics.
2. How many pins does the STM32H743VIT6 have? The STM32H743VIT6 comes in a 176-pin package (LQFP-176).
3. Can I use the pins as general-purpose I/O? Yes, many of the pins on the STM32H743VIT6 can be configured as general-purpose I/O (GPIO), enabling flexible usage for input or output signals.
4. How many ADC channels are available on this microcontroller? The STM32H743VIT6 features a 16-channel ADC with high-resolution (12-bit) conversion.
5. Is this microcontroller suitable for motor control applications? Yes, the STM32H743VIT6 includes advanced timers, which make it highly suitable for motor control applications.
6. What communication interfaces are supported? The microcontroller supports USART, SPI, I2C, and CAN interfaces for communication with external devices.
7. Can I use the STM32H743VIT6 for Bluetooth or Wi-Fi applications? While the STM32H743VIT6 does not have built-in Bluetooth or Wi-Fi, it can interface with external Bluetooth or Wi-Fi module s via its UART or SPI interfaces.
8. How many PWM outputs are available? The STM32H743VIT6 has multiple timers that can generate PWM signals on several pins.
9. What is the maximum operating frequency of the STM32H743VIT6? The STM32H743VIT6 can operate at a maximum frequency of 480 MHz.
10. What is the voltage range for the STM32H743VIT6? The microcontroller operates with a voltage range of 1.7V to 3.6V.
11. Does the STM32H743VIT6 have an integrated USB interface? Yes, it supports USB 2.0 Full-Speed and High-Speed interfaces.
12. Can the STM32H743VIT6 be used for audio applications? Yes, the STM32H743VIT6 has an audio interface, suitable for audio processing and communication.
13. What are the power consumption characteristics? The power consumption of the STM32H743VIT6 depends on the application but is optimized for low-power usage in most modes.
14. How is the microcontroller programmed? The STM32H743VIT6 can be programmed via JTAG, SWD (Serial Wire Debug), or UART bootloaders.
15. Does STM32H743VIT6 support external memory? Yes, the STM32H743VIT6 supports external memory interfaces including FSMC for static memory and SDIO for SD card interfaces.
16. Can I use interrupts with STM32H743VIT6? Yes, STM32H743VIT6 supports external interrupts via several GPIO pins, configurable in the interrupt vector table.
17. How do I handle analog signals with STM32H743VIT6? You can use the ADC channels to read analog signals or use DAC channels for outputting analog signals.
18. Is there any on-chip security feature in STM32H743VIT6? Yes, it includes security features like Flash encryption and cryptographic hardware accelerators.
19. What development environment can I use for STM32H743VIT6? You can use STM32CubeIDE or KEIL MDK for development.
20. Does STM32H743VIT6 support real-time applications? Yes, with its Cortex-M7 core running at high speeds, it is ideal for real-time applications requiring fast processing and response.
This overview provides a starting point for understanding the STM32H743VIT6. The full documentation and detailed pinout should be consulted for any specific project design needs, including exact pin functions and alternate pin mappings.
