DM183026 Microchip Technology, DM183026 Datasheet - Page 13

• Manufacturer Part Number: DM183026
• Description: KIT EVALUATION PIC16F/PIC24F
• Manufacturer: Microchip Technology
• Series: mTouch™r

Specifications of DM183026

• Sensor Type: Touch, Capacitive
• Embedded: Yes, Other
• Utilized Ic / Part: PIC16F727, PIC24FJ128GB106
• Processor To Be Evaluated: PIC16F, PIC24F
• Interface Type: USB
• Silicon Manufacturer: Microchip
• Kit Application Type: Sensing - Touch / Proximity
• Application Sub Type: Capacitive Touch
• Kit Contents: 6x Brds, Analyser, Cable, CD
• Lead Free Status / RoHS Status: Lead free / RoHS Compliant
• Voltage - Supply: -
• Interface: -
• Sensitivity: -
• Sensing Range: -
• Lead Free Status / Rohs Status: Lead free / RoHS Compliant

1.3
© 2009 Microchip Technology Inc.
INITIAL BOARD SETUP
With its pre-installed demo application, the mTouch Capacitive Evaluation Kit Boards
are designed to be used straight out of the box. Except for a single connection to a
computer, no additional hardware or configuration is necessary.
1.3.1
Before connecting the evaluation board to any computer for the first time, it is important
to install the PC software found on the accompanying CD first. This ensures that the
proper USB drivers for communicating with the evaluation board are installed and ready
to recognize the board.
To install the software and driver, insert the evaluation board CD into the CD-ROM drive.
The installation process starts automatically. The process pauses for user responses
to accept the Microchip software licenses, and to confirm the installation directories;
you must accept the license to use the software.
1.3.2
Prior to connection, place the mTouch Evaluation Board on a flat surface near the
computer. Check to make sure that there are no objects underneath the board.
Once the evaluation board software is installed, connect the provided USB cable (A
to mini-B) to any available USB port on the PC or powered hub, then to the board
at the mini-B receptacle. The PC USB connection provides power to the board.
The CSM Evaluation Board uses the PICkit Serial Analyzer to communicate to the PC.
Connect the USB cable to the PICkit Serial Analyzer, and connect it to connector J2 on
the board and the PC’s USB port. The default code uses the 8-button board.
The CTMU board will have a sequence of pop-up balloons in the system tray (lower
right of desktop) should appear, stating that (1) new hardware has been found, (2)
drivers are being installed and (3) the new hardware is ready for use. If you do not see
these messages and the evaluation board does not work, try unplugging and
reconnecting the USB cable. If this does not work, refer to Chapter
5. “Troubleshooting”.
Installing the Software
Connecting the Hardware
Introduction to the Evaluation Board
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