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Vendor:
iWave Systems Technologies Pvt. Ltd.
Category:
CPU
80186EC 16-bit microprocessor
The 80186EC is a 16-bit microprocessor core, executes instruction list compatible with 80186EC microprocessor.
Overview
The 80186EC is a powerful 16-bit microprocessor core, executes instruction list compatible with 80186EC microprocessor. The 80186EC core has a broad set of integrated peripherals, which helps reduce system development time and cost and is compatible with wide range of compilers and debuggers. The design along with multiple peripherals can be fit into single FPGA.
Key features
- Interrupt Controller Unit
- Edge trigger / level trigger selectable
- Individually maskable interrupt requests
- Programmable interrupt request priority orders
- Supports Cascading and polling mode
- 8 external interrupt request inputs (INTx ; x=0,1,2,..,7)
- 7 internal interrupt input pins (SCU, TCU, and DMAU)
Block Diagram
80186EC Processor block diagram
Benefits
- Compatible with Intel 80186EC instruction set
- High FPGA integration enables lower BOM cost and smaller board design
- Supports retarget and merge external peripherals and traditional custom old ASICs
- Enhancements of system performance with increased operating frequency and integration
Applications
- Typical processor applications such as industrial, Automotive, Medical etc.
- Legacy platforms with obsolete components can be converted to new FPGA board
What’s Included?
- Design Document
- Verilog RTL or Netlist Source code
- Test Bench
- IP User Guide
Specifications
Identity
Part Number
80186EC Processor
Vendor
iWave Systems Technologies Pvt. Ltd.
Type
Silicon IP
Files
Note: some files may require an NDA depending on provider policy.
Provider
HQ:
India
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