PULSARC6 Development Board

PULSARC6 Development Board#

Introduction#

This guide will help you get started with the PULSAR C6 development board. The PULSAR C6 is a development board based on the ESP32C6 microcontroller. It is designed for prototyping and developing IoT applications. The board features a variety of interfaces, including GPIO, I2C, SPI, UART, and more. It also has built-in support for Wi-Fi and Bluetooth connectivity.

**PULSAR C6** Development Board

Fig. 2 PULSAR C6 Development Board#

ESP32C6 Microcontroller#

The ESP32-C6 is a versatile ultra-low-power microcontroller with advanced connectivity and peripheral features, making it suitable for a wide range of IoT and embedded applications.

Architecture#

  • CPU Architecture:

    • Based on RISC-V 32-bit ISA.

    • Includes:

      • A High-Performance (HP) CPU running up to 160 MHz with a 4-stage pipeline.

      • A Low-Power (LP) CPU running up to 20 MHz for energy-efficient tasks.

  • Memory:

    • 320 KB ROM for booting and essential functions.

    • 512 KB High-Performance SRAM (HP SRAM) for data and instructions.

    • 16 KB Low-Power SRAM (LP SRAM), retaining data during sleep modes.

    • Optional external flash and SRAM support through SPI, Dual SPI, Quad SPI, and QPI.

  • Security Features:

    • Secure boot and memory encryption.

    • Cryptographic hardware accelerators for AES, RSA, SHA, ECC, and HMAC.

    • Support for Trusted Execution Environment (TEE).

  • Wireless Capabilities:

    • Wi-Fi 6 (2.4 GHz), Bluetooth 5.3, Zigbee, and Thread (802.15.4) for versatile connectivity options.

    • Integrated coexistence for simultaneous operation of Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, and 802.15.4.

General Features#

  • GPIOs and I/O Functionality:

    • Up to 30 GPIOs (QFN40) or 22 GPIOs (QFN32).

    • Multiple I/O functions through pin multiplexing.

    • Support for digital and analog configurations:

      • 12-bit SAR ADC with up to 7 channels.

      • Integrated Temperature Sensor.

  • Peripheral Interfaces:

    • Digital interfaces:

      • Two UARTs.

      • I2C and I2S for communication and audio processing.

      • SPI with multiple modes for fast data transfer.

    • PWM controllers:

      • LED PWM with up to 6 channels.

      • Motor Control PWM (MCPWM) for precision control.

    • Pulse Counter for frequency and signal measurement.

    • USB Serial/JTAG Controller for debugging and serial communication.

  • Timers:

    • 52-bit System Timer for accurate timekeeping.

    • Two 54-bit General-Purpose Timers.

    • Multiple Digital Watchdog Timers for reliability.

Power Management#

  • Supports four power modes for optimal energy usage:

    • Active, Modem-sleep, Light-sleep, and Deep-sleep.

  • Ultra-low power consumption in Deep-sleep mode (7 µA).

  • Retains memory and critical functions in low-power modes.

Security and Hardware Acceleration#

  • General DMA Controller for efficient data transfers.

  • Built-in hardware accelerators for cryptography:

    • AES, RSA, SHA, and ECC.

  • Secure boot and flash encryption for system integrity.

Applications#

The ESP32-C6 is ideal for various applications, including:

  • Smart Home devices.

  • Industrial Automation.

  • IoT sensor hubs and data loggers.

  • Consumer Electronics and more.

Development Support#

  • Fully compatible with Espressif’s ESP-IDF (IoT Development Framework) for professional-grade development.

  • Arduino IDE support for hobbyists and simpler programming tasks.

  • Compatibility with third-party SDKs for integration into various workflows.

Physical Dimensions#

  • Compact form factor suitable for embedded applications.

  • Available in QFN40 (5×5 mm) and QFN32 (5×5 mm) packages, ensuring versatility for different designs.

Caution

These are the general specifications; depending on the manufacturer and the specific ESP32-C6 module, there may be differences in features or additional capabilities.

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