DV251001 Microchip Technology, DV251001 Datasheet - Page 6

• Manufacturer Part Number: DV251001
• Description: KIT DEVELOPMENT CAN MCP2510
• Manufacturer: Microchip Technology

Specifications of DV251001

• Main Purpose: Interface, CAN Controller
• Embedded: Yes, MCU, 8-Bit
• Utilized Ic / Part: MCP2510, MCP2515
• Primary Attributes: Stand alone CAN Controller with SPI
• Silicon Manufacturer: Microchip
• Application Sub Type: CAN
• Kit Application Type: Interface
• Silicon Core Number: MCP2510, MCP2515
• Kit Contents: Board Cable Power Supply CD
• Lead Free Status / RoHS Status: Lead free / RoHS Compliant
• Secondary Attributes: -
• Lead Free Status / RoHS Status: na, Lead free / RoHS Compliant
• Other names: DV251001R; DV251001R

1.4
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MULTIPLE USES FOR THE MCP2515 DEVELOPMENT KIT
The MCP2515 Development Kit is used for evaluation of CAN node development uti-
lizing the MCP2515. The tool is ideal for beginner CAN designers and/or those new to
the MCP2515. Basic input and output functionality can be easily demonstrated by
transmitting and receiving CAN messages.
The MCP2515 Development Kit also has multiple board configurations (via cutting
traces between jumper holes) that allow the user to customize as needed.
1.4.1
Evaluation of the CAN protocol and the MCP2515 is easily accomplished by utilizing
the software supplied with the kit. The software controls only one of the two nodes on
the board. There are two templates that can be used, depending on what end result is
desired. See Chapter 3 ”Getting Started” for more details on the templates.
1. The Register template is used primarily for configuring/controlling individual reg-
2. The Basic template is designed to observe the MCP2515 while on a CAN bus.
1.4.2
The MCP2515 Developer's Tool can assist in development of a MCP2515-based CAN
node by utilizing node 1, either by itself, or in conjunction with node 0. Example, node 0
could be used as a simple bus monitor (using the Basic template) in order to monitor the
development of node 1 (microcontroller node).
Node 0 may also be used to set/verify bit timings, masks and filters.
isters in the MCP2515. All of the registers are modifiable, both bit-by-bit and
byte-by-byte. This template allows the user to manipulate the MCP2515 registers
and observe the affect on functionality. Different configurations can be set up and
tested. Communication on the CAN bus is, typically, of secondary importance in
this template.
Direct register manipulation is not possible with this template, though bit rates
and messages can be changed. Timed transmissions can also be achieved
using this template. This template also serves as a simple bus monitor.
Use as an Evaluation Tool
Use as a Development Tool
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