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Acroview, a leader in chip programming, has officially announced the expansion of its compatible chip portfolio with the release of its latest programming software. The company's core product, the universal programming platform AP8000, now offers full compatibility with Fanstel's ultra-low power Bluetooth Low Energy (BLE) module, the BC833M.

The BC833M is a high-performance, highly flexible, ultra-low power BLE module built on the Nordic nRF52833 Series-on-Chip (SoC). It features an ARM Cortex™-M4F core processor, 512KB of embedded Flash, and 128KB of RAM. The module integrates a 2.4GHz multi-protocol transceiver and a PCB onboard antenna, significantly reducing time-to-market and development costs.

• Minimal PCB Footprint: Measuring only 10×14.3mm, the BC833M integrates the inductor required for the VDD DCDC converter, the 32MHz main crystal, a 32.768kHz (20PPM) sleep crystal, and its load capacitors.

• No External Components Needed: Operates without any external components when powered by VDD.

• Wide Operating Temperature: -40℃ to +105℃.

• Extended Communication Range: Achieves ultra-long communication distances without requiring a Power Amplifier (PA); maximum transmit power of +8.73dBm.

  
  

Features

• Core: nRF52833, ARM Cortex-M4F, 64MHz main frequency.

• Integrated Antenna: Provides a complete RF solution.

• Bluetooth LE 5.2 Data Rates: 2Mbps, 1Mbps, 500kbps, 125kbps.

• IEEE 802.15.4 (Thread, Zigbee) Data Rate: 250kbps.

• 2.4 GHz Proprietary Protocol Data Rates: 2Mbps, 1Mbps.

• Direction Finding: Supports Bluetooth Angle of Arrival (AoA) and Angle of Departure (AoD).

• Onboard Power: Includes VDD power DC-DC conversion inductor.

• Direct Power Supply: Can be powered directly from a lithium battery or USB (up to 5.5V).

• Low Power Consumption: 4.9mA peak current at 0dBm Tx; 4.7mA peak current Rx.

• Onboard Crystals: Includes 32MHz main crystal and 32.768kHz sleep crystal.

• Debugging: Supports Serial Wire Debug (SWD).

• Protocol Stack: Compatible with Nordic SoftDevice stacks.

• Firmware Updates: Supports Over-the-Air (OTA) firmware updates.

• Memory: 512KB Flash / 128KB RAM.

• I/O: 18 general-purpose I/O pins.

• USB: Full-speed USB 2.0 controller (12Mbps).

• Peripherals: Programmable Peripheral Interconnect (PPI).

• ADC: 12-bit ADC, 200kSPS sampling rate.

• Comparators: 64-level comparator; 15-level comparator with wake-up from shutdown mode.

• Sensors: Built-in temperature sensor.

• Timers: Four 32-bit timers (including counter mode).

• Serial Interfaces: Supports up to 2 SPI (master/slave), up to 2 I2C compatible 2-wire (master/slave), 1 UART (with CTS/RTS).

• Other Peripherals: Quadrature Decoder (QDEC), 2 Real-Time Counters (RTC).

• Security: 128-bit AES/ECB/CCM/AAR crypto co-processor (on-the-fly packet encryption).

• Receiver Sensitivity: -95dBm at 1Mbps data rate.

• Transmit Power: Programmable from +8dBm to -20dBm.

• Package: 28-pin LGA.

• Antenna Options: Integrated PCB onboard antenna or u.FL antenna interface.

• Operating Voltage: 1.7V to 5.5V.

• Operating Temperature: -40℃ to +105℃.

• Certifications:

• QDID: 138767

• FCC ID: X8WBC833M

• IC (Canada): 4100A-BC833M

• CE: Compliant

• Japan: R218-417364

• RCM (Australia): Compliant

Internal Block Diagram

The AP8000 universal programmer, independently developed by Acroview, has established itself as a benchmark professional programming solution within the industry. The device supports flexible configurations, including 1-to-1 and 1-to-8 modes, and offers both online and offline operation. It features dedicated programming solutions for memory chips like eMMC and UFS, comprehensively covering the needs for off-line programming of裸片 (bare die) and on-board programming for Fanstel's entire series of chips. The AP8000 employs an innovative modular design comprising three core components: a main unit, a base board, and an adapter board, granting it excellent compatibility and scalability. As a universal programming platform, it not only adapts to various programmable chips on the market but also delivers stable and efficient performance, serving as a core component of Acroview's automated mass production programmer, the IPS5800S, to efficiently handle large-scale chip programming tasks and meet high-volume production demands.

The AP8000 main unit offers flexible connectivity options, equipped with both USB and NET interfaces for easy networking of multiple programmers. Through this networking function, users can effortlessly achieve synchronized control over several programmers for efficient parallel programming operations. Regarding safety, the main unit features an intelligent safety protection circuit that continuously monitors chip placement and circuit connections. Upon detecting anomalies like reverse insertion or short circuits, it immediately triggers a power-off protection mechanism, ensuring the safety of both the chip and the programmer. A high-speed FPGA chip inside the main unit significantly boosts data transfer and processing efficiency, guaranteeing a smooth and efficient programming process. To enhance user convenience, an SD card slot is located on the back of the main unit. Users can save project files generated on a PC to an SD card, insert it into the slot, and use the programmer's physical buttons to select, load, and execute programming operations, enabling standalone operation without a PC. This design reduces dependency on computer hardware specifications, simplifies workspace setup, and significantly improves operational flexibility.

In terms of expandability and compatibility, the AP8000's modular design, combining base boards and adapter boards, effectively extends the functionality of the main unit. Currently, the device supports products from all major semiconductor manufacturers, covering renowned brands such as SK hynix, Micron, SANDISK, ASR, and Kingston. It supports a wide array of device types, including NAND, NOR, MCU, CPLD, FPGA, and eMMC, and is fully compatible with various industry-standard file formats like Intel Hex, Motorola S, Binary, and POF, providing users with a one-stop, all-scenario chip programming solution.

Company Profiles

About Fanstel: Founded in 2002, Fanstel is an innovative electronics technology company dedicated to the development and manufacturing of advanced wireless communication and electronic products. Their aim is to meet the demands of the globally growing Internet of Things (IoT) and smart device markets. Fanstel offers a diverse range of wireless communication and electronic products, including but not limited to: Bluetooth modules, wireless sensors, WiFi modules, LoRa modules, and Zigbee modules. Fanstel's products play a key role in various application fields such as: Internet of Things (IoT), Smart Home, Industrial Automation, Medical Devices, and Smart Cities.

About Acroview: Acroview is a national-level "Little Giant" enterprise specializing in the R&D, production, and sales of semiconductor chip testing and programming equipment. The company is committed to empowering clients across the entire industry chain, including Fabless companies, IDMs, OSATs, wafer fabs, and end-device manufacturers, through innovative semiconductor testing technology and solutions. Acroview's pioneering automatic Burn-In (ABI) system significantly enhances customers' chip burn-in testing efficiency and reduces Per DUT testing costs. Acroview also provides equipment and solutions for various stages including PSV, CP, FT, ABI, SLT, and programming. The company perfectly integrates leading product technology, system-level expertise, and a globally deployed R&D and sales service network to create value for customers, helping them gain a competitive edge in the market.