ASYNCHRONOUS COMMUNICATIONS ELEMENT WITH AUTOFLOW CONTROL The TL16C550CPFB 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:** TL16C550CPFB
- **Type:** UART (Universal Asynchronous Receiver/Transmitter)
- **Package:** 48-LQFP (Low-Profile 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:** 0°C to 70°C (Commercial)
- **Clock Input:** Up to 24 MHz
### **Descriptions:**
- The TL16C550CPFB is a high-performance UART designed for serial communication applications.
- It supports asynchronous data transfer with programmable baud rates.
- Features include a 16-byte FIFO for both transmit and receive operations to reduce CPU overhead.
- Compatible with industry-standard UARTs (e.g., 16450, 16550).
### **Features:**
- **16-byte FIFOs** for transmit and receive to minimize CPU interrupts.
- **Programmable Baud Rate Generator** with a wide range of selectable speeds.
- **Modem Control Signals** (RTS, CTS, DSR, DTR, RI, DCD).
- **Autoflow Control** (Xon/Xoff or hardware-based).
- **Software-Selectable Data Formats** (5, 6, 7, or 8-bit characters; 1, 1.5, or 2 stop bits).
- **Parity Generation and Detection** (even, odd, none, stick).
- **False Start Bit Detection** and **Break Detection**.
- **Fully Programmable Serial Interface** for flexible communication.
This UART is commonly used in embedded systems, industrial controls, and communication interfaces.
