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Acroview, a leader in chip programming, has officially announced further expansion of its supported device portfolio alongside the release of a new version of its programming software. The company’s core product – the universal programming platform AP8000 – has now been fully adapted to support HOLTEK’s enhanced touch-key Flash microcontroller BS83B08C.

The BS83B08C is an 8-bit high-performance RISC Flash MCU with fully integrated touch-key functionality. This series features built-in touch-key sensing and multiple-time programmable Flash memory, providing a simple yet effective solution for various touch-key applications.

The touch-key function is fully integrated into the MCU and requires no external components. In addition to Flash program memory, it includes RAM data memory and True EEPROM memory for non-volatile data storage such as sequence data and calibration parameters. On-chip protection features including a Watchdog Timer and Low-Voltage Reset, combined with excellent noise immunity and ESD protection, ensure reliable operation even in harsh electromagnetic interference environments.

The BS83B08C offers flexible internal and external high/low speed oscillator options and incorporates a complete internal system oscillator that requires no external components. Its ability to dynamically switch between different operating modes provides users with a means to optimize MCU operation and reduce power consumption. The built-in SPI and I2C interfaces facilitate easy communication with external devices, while flexible I/O, timer modules and other features enhance the functionality and flexibility of this MCU series.

The BS83B08C is widely used in various touch-key products, such as instrumentation, home appliances, electronic control tools, and more.

Features

CPU Features

• Operating Voltage
  -- fSYS=8MHz: 2.2V~5.5V
  -- fSYS=12MHz: 2.7V~5.5V
  -- fSYS=16MHz: 3.3V~5.5V

• Instruction cycle of 0.25μs at VDD=5V and system clock of 16MHz

• Halt and wake-up functions to reduce power consumption

• Oscillator Types
  -- Internal High-Speed RC – HIRC
  -- Internal Low-Speed 32kHz RC – LIRC

• Multiple operating modes: Fast, Slow, Idle and Sleep

• Integrated internal oscillator, no external components required

• All instructions can be executed in 1 or 2 instruction cycles

• Table read instructions

• 61 instructions

• 6-level stack

• Bit-manipulation instructions

Peripheral Features

• Flash Program Memory: 2K×16

• Data Memory: 288×8 ~ 512×8

• True EEPROM Memory: 64×8

• Watchdog Timer

• Up to 22 bidirectional I/O pins

• One external interrupt input shared with an I/O pin

• One 10-bit PTM for time measurement, capture input, compare match output, PWM output and single pulse output

• One Time Base function for generating fixed interrupt signals

• Serial Interface Module supporting SPI and I2C communication

• Low-Voltage Reset

• 8/12/16 touch-key functions

• Multiple package types: 16-pin NSOP/SSOP/QFN, 20/24-pin SOP/SSOP/QFN

Block Diagram

Acroview’s self-developed AP8000 universal programmer has become a benchmark professional programming solution within the industry. The device supports flexible configurable modes from single-site to eight-site parallel programming, and offers both online and offline operation modes. Dedicated programming solutions have been developed for memory chips such as eMMC and UFS. It fully covers the programming needs of HOLTEK’s entire MCU series, including both off-board (socket) and on-board programming. The AP8000 adopts an innovative modular design comprising three core modules – mainframe, baseboard, and adapter socket – endowing the device with outstanding compatibility and scalability. As a universal programming platform, it not only supports various programmable chips on the market but also serves as the core component of Acroview’s automated batch programming system IPS5800S, delivering stable and high-performance handling of large-scale programming tasks to meet mass production requirements.

The AP8000 mainframe offers flexible connectivity, equipped with both USB and NET interfaces for easy networking of multiple programmers. Through networking, users can conveniently achieve synchronized control of multiple programmers and efficiently carry out parallel programming operations. In terms of safety, the mainframe features an intelligent safety protection circuit that continuously monitors chip placement status and connection conditions. Once anomalies such as reverse insertion or short circuits are detected, it immediately triggers a power-off protection mechanism, safeguarding both the chip and the programmer. The mainframe is equipped with a high-speed FPGA chip that significantly enhances data transmission and processing efficiency, ensuring smooth and efficient programming. For improved convenience, an SD card slot is provided on the rear panel. Users can save project files generated on a PC to an SD card, insert it into the slot, and 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 dependency on computer hardware but also simplifies the setup process, significantly enhancing operational flexibility.

In terms of expandability and compatibility, the AP8000 adopts a modular combination of baseboard and adapter boards, effectively extending the mainframe’s capabilities. The device currently supports products from all major semiconductor manufacturers, including SK hynix, Micron, SANDISK, ASR, Kingston and more. Its supported device types cover a wide range, including NAND, NOR, MCU, CPLD, FPGA, EMMC, etc., and it is fully compatible with 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 HOLTEK: HOLTEK Semiconductor was established in 2012 and is a subsidiary of the Taiwan-based HOLTEK SEMICONDUCTOR INC. Group. Its business scope primarily includes the design, development, and sales of microcontroller (MCU) ICs and their peripheral components. HOLTEK’s product strategy has consistently focused on “MCUs and MCU Peripherals” as its main development axis. Its product range includes both general-purpose and application-specific microcontrollers (MCUs), covering touch sensing, health measurement, industrial control/instrumentation, computer peripherals, home appliances, automotive, and security monitoring applications. In addition, it provides various power management, LCD/LED driver/control, RF communication chips, and various sensor modules.

About Acroview: Acroview is a national-level “Little Giant” enterprise specializing in the R&D, manufacturing, 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 automated Burn-In system ABI (Auto Burn-In) significantly improves customers’ chip burn-in testing efficiency and reduces per-DUT testing costs. It also provides equipment products and solutions across various stages, from PSV, CP, FT, ABI, SLT, to programming. By seamlessly integrating leading product technology, system-level expertise, and a globally deployed R&D and sales service network, Acroview creates value for customers to achieve competitive leadership in the market.