ASYNCHRONOUS COMMUNICATIONS ELEMENT WITH AUTOFLOW CONTROL The TL16C550CIPT is a UART (Universal Asynchronous Receiver/Transmitter) manufactured by Texas Instruments (TI). Below are its specifications, descriptions, and features:
### **Specifications:**
- **Manufacturer:** Texas Instruments (TI)
- **Part Number:** TL16C550CIPT
- **Type:** UART (Universal Asynchronous Receiver/Transmitter)
- **Package:** 48-Pin TQFP (Thin Quad Flat Package)
- **Operating Voltage:** 5V
- **Data Rate:** Up to 1.5 Mbps
- **FIFO Buffers:** 16-byte transmit and receive FIFOs
- **Interface:** Parallel (8-bit)
- **Operating Temperature Range:** -40°C to +85°C
### **Descriptions:**
The TL16C550CIPT is an enhanced UART with 16-byte FIFO buffers for both transmit and receive operations. It is designed to reduce CPU overhead in high-speed serial communication applications. The device supports programmable baud rates, automatic hardware/software flow control, and interrupt handling. It is compatible with industry-standard UARTs such as the 16450 and 16550.
### **Features:**
- **16-byte FIFOs** for transmit and receive to minimize CPU interrupts
- **Programmable Baud Rate Generator** with a divisor latch
- **Auto RTS/CTS Hardware Flow Control**
- **Auto Xon/Xoff Software Flow Control**
- **Modem Control Functions** (CTS, RTS, DSR, DTR, RI, DCD)
- **Fully Programmable Serial Interface** (5, 6, 7, or 8 data bits; 1, 1.5, or 2 stop bits)
- **Parity Generation and Checking** (even, odd, none, or forced)
- **False Start Bit Detection**
- **Line Break Generation and Detection**
- **Internal Loopback Mode for Diagnostics**
- **Industrial Temperature Range Support** (-40°C to +85°C)
This UART is commonly used in embedded systems, industrial automation, and communication interfaces.
