Z8F042APH020EG2156

Microcontrollers Overview

The Z8F042APH020EG2156 is an 8-bit microcontroller from the Zilog Z8 Encore! XP F082A Series, built on the eZ8 CPU core. It features 4 KB of Flash memory, 1 KB of register RAM, and 128 B of Non-Volatile Data Storage (NVDS). The device includes a single-pin On-Chip Debugger (OCD), a full-duplex UART with IrDA capability, two 16-bit timers, and an 8-channel 10-bit ADC. Operating voltage ranges from 2.7 V to 3.6 V, with a maximum clock frequency of 20 MHz.

Microcontrollers Feature Summary

• Integrated 8-channel 10-bit Analog-to-Digital Converter (ADC) supporting single-ended and differential modes.
• Full-duplex Universal Asynchronous Receiver/Transmitter (UART) with Infrared Data Association (IrDA) encoding and decoding.
• Single-pin On-Chip Debugger (OCD) interface for simplified in-circuit programming and code development.
• On-chip Internal Precision Oscillator (IPO) providing trimmed clock sources without external components.

Microcontrollers Applications

• Infrared data communication systems utilizing IrDA capabilities.
• Applications requiring analog signal acquisition via multi-channel ADC inputs.
• Embedded control systems needing non-volatile data storage for configuration parameters.
• Development environments utilizing single-pin debugging interfaces.

Microcontrollers Procurement Notes

Verify the specific ordering suffix against official manufacturer documentation to confirm package type, temperature range, and environmental compliance. Ensure the selected variant matches the required pin count and peripheral configuration for the target application design.

Microcontrollers Selection Notes

Select this component when 4 KB of program memory and 1 KB of RAM are sufficient for the application logic. Consider the integrated 10-bit ADC and NVDS features if analog sensing or persistent data retention is required within the standard operating temperature range.

Microcontrollers Part Context

This part belongs to the Z8 Encore! XP F082A Series, which offers varying Flash sizes from 1 KB to 8 KB. The '04' designation indicates 4 KB Flash capacity, while '2A' signifies the inclusion of advanced analog peripherals such as the 10-bit ADC and operational amplifier.

Microcontrollers FAQ

Does the Z8F042APH020EG2156 support differential ADC input modes?

Yes, the integrated 8-channel 10-bit ADC supports both single-ended and differential input modes for flexible analog signal acquisition.

What is the function of the IPO in this microcontroller?

The Internal Precision Oscillator (IPO) provides a trimmed clock source at 5 MHz or 32 kHz, eliminating the need for external oscillator components.