DM183026-2 Microchip Technology, DM183026-2 Datasheet - Page 16

• Manufacturer Part Number: DM183026-2
• Description: KIT EVAL MTOUCH CAPACTIVIE
• Manufacturer: Microchip Technology
• Series: mTouch™r

Specifications of DM183026-2

• Sensor Type: Touch, Capacitive
• Sensing Range: 8 & 12 Buttons/Keys, 2 Sliders
• Interface: I²C
• Voltage - Supply: 5V, USB
• Embedded: Yes
• Utilized Ic / Part: PIC16F, PIC18F, PIC24F, PIC32MX
• Interface Type: USB, I2C, UART
• Operating Voltage: 5 V
• Data Bus Width: 32 bit
• Silicon Manufacturer: Microchip
• Kit Application Type: Sensing - Touch / Proximity
• Application Sub Type: Capacitive Touch
• Kit Contents: 8x Brds, Serial Anaylizer, USB Cable
• For Use With/related Products: PIC16F, PIC24F, PIC18F, PIC32
• Lead Free Status / RoHS Status: Lead free / RoHS Compliant
• Sensitivity: -
• Lead Free Status / Rohs Status: Lead free / RoHS Compliant

mTouch™ Advanced Capacitive Evaluation Kits User’s Guide
1.3
DS41385C-page 16
INITIAL BOARD SETUP
With its pre-installed demonstration application, the evaluation board is 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 kit 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 evaluation board on a flat surface near the computer.
Check to make sure that there are no objects underneath the board. Once the
evaluation kit software is installed, connect the provided USB cable (A to mini-B) to
any available USB port on the PC or powered hub, and then to the board at the
mini-B receptacle. The PC USB connection provides power to the board.
The PIC24F and PIC18F CTMU and PIC32MX Capacitive Voltage Divider (CVD)
evaluation boards use the USB connection to power up the boards and also to
communicate with the mTouch diagnostic tool. The PIC16F Cap Sense Module (CSM)
and PIC24H CVD evaluation boards use the PICkit Serial Analyzer to communicate to
the PC. Connect the USB cable to the PICkit Serial Analyzer, and connect it to the J2
connector on the board and the PC’s USB port. The default code uses the 8-button
board.
When connecting the PIC24F and PIC18F CTMU and PIC32MX CVD boards, a
sequence of pop-up messages should appear in the system tray (lower right of the
desktop), 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, see Chapter 5. “Troubleshooting”.
Installing the Software
Connecting the Hardware
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