Nuvoton Technology: USB-Based Multiple Virtual Devices Communication

With advances in chip technology, USB has become a standard interface for MCUs, offering flexibility and versatility in connecting external devices. Nuvoton is a pioneer in integrating USB interfaces into MCU/MPU chips, with ARM® Cortex® M0/M23/M4/ARM9/A35 core products featuring built-in USB support.

 

Key Features:

  • USB 2.0 FS/HS OTG and PHY support
  • USB 2.0 FS: Up to 25 configurable endpoints, 1.5KB buffer
  • USB 2.0 HS: Up to 12 configurable endpoints, 4KB buffer
  • Rich example code
  • Wide Packaging Options: Including compact QFN48 (5x5)

 

Nuvoton’s USB interface performance enables MCUs to handle not only typical device/host communication but also virtualize multiple devices or data channels via USB. This feature effectively meets the diverse needs of various applications.

 

USB Virtual Multiple Composite Devices:

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Figure 1: Multi-functional applications for computer peripheral devices/personal consumer products

 

USB Virtual Multiple Data Channels:

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Figure 2: In industrial communication gateways, expanding interfaces and simplifying data links

 

USB Series Product Portfolio:

USB Series Product Portfolio