Freescale releases the S08LL, RS08LA and RS08LE

Freescale Semiconductor has introduced three 8-bit microcontroller (MCU) families to reduce system costs and power in LCD-based embedded applications.

The Freescale LCD MCUs include the S08LL, RS08LA and RS08LE families.

The L family devices offer LCD capabilities and ultra-low-power options at affordable price points.

The 8-bit MCUs address a range of cost- and power-sensitive LCD-based designs, from battery-backed handheld devices to wireless systems.

Target applications include thermostats, meters, timers, security systems, rice cookers, coffee machines and other small consumer appliances.

L family MCUs are also suited for personal diagnostic and portable health care products such as glucose meters and pulse oximeters, which require low power operation and advanced display capabilities.

L family MCUs feature an integrated LCD driver and eliminate the need for separate display driver ICs for standard 3V and 5V LCD glass applications.

The on-chip LCD drivers support up to eight backplanes, enabling developers to drive more segments with fewer pins, reducing system costs and design complexity.

The L family supports an LCD blink mode that operates without waking up the controller core, helping to reduce power consumption.

The MC9S08LL16/8 devices combine an integrated LCD driver with low-power performance for embedded applications with LCD screens.

The S08LL devices enhance portable performance, extend battery life and improve energy efficiency for a range of battery-operated applications and low-power devices.

The S08LL family's internally regulated voltage capability enables software contrast control, which reduces the need for extra components and extends temperature and operating voltage ranges.

The LL16 uses Freescale's low-power platform and an LCD peripheral optimised for low power to achieve low standby power consumption.

The LL16 supports a range of operation modes that allow LCD displays to be driven with 1.3 to 6.1 microamps.

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