Proximity Sensing Software
Our Proximity Sensing Software solution transforms any RS08, S08 and V1 ColdFire® MCUs into a proximity capacitive touch sensor controller.
The use of this software enables the user to implement simple touch sensing applications with little hardware requirements.
Just connect an electrode to the microcontroller GPIO, and the Proximity Sensing Software will detect presence with a simple measurement algorithm. There is no need for special peripherals such as ADC or an analog comparator.
Click on the block diagram for feature details.
Software Details
Features
- Proximity Sensing Software - Compatible with more than 300 NXP microcontrollers, the Proximity Sensing Software manages multiple configurations of touch pads, sliders, rotary positions and mechanical keys. Click on the block diagram for more features.
- KITPROXIMITYEVM - Generic Electrode Board. This board features three different electrode arrangements: a slider, a rotary whee and an 8-key touch pad.
- GUI Software - Graphical Interface that communicates through the S08 BDM interface. Compatibility with ColdFire® and RS08 coming soon.
Supported Devices
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Processors and Microcontrollers
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Legacy MCUs/MPUs
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Additional Architectures
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System Requirements
- NXP RS08, S08 or ColdFire V1 MCU. A demoboard is recommended for testing.
- BDM module for programming and debugging. Included in most demoboards.
- CodeWarrior 5.1 or later.
- Properly designed hardware for testing. KITPROXIMITYEVM is recommended.
Using Proximity Sensing
Proximity Sensing solutions allow you to detect the presence of objects without relying on physical contact.
- Intuitive - The use of sensing electrodes allows flexible user interface designs, from simple linear sliders, to rotary wheels and touch pads, providing significant usability advantages.
- Reliable - convenient to use without moving parts
- Cost Effective - Using proximity sensors allows the designer greater freedom, while reducing overall system cost
The consumer can now enjoy a more appealing, intuitive interface with a more contemporary look.
Get Started
- Order Electrode Board:
- Connect it to your development board. Expedite your development process
- Download Proximity Installer:
- Contains Proximity Sensing Software and GUI
- Proximity GUI:
- Learn more about the added Graphical Interface
Target Applications
- Appliance Applications:
- Dishwashers
- Washing machines
- Dryers
- Refrigerators
- Consumer Electronics:
- Handheld devices
- Toys
- Health Care:
- Home health monitors
- General Industrial Applications:
- Motor control
- Building control
- HVAC building and control systems
Downloads
Quick reference to our software types.
1 download
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Middleware
Proximity Software Installer
Note: For better experience, software downloads are recommended on desktop.
Documentation
Quick reference to our documentation types.
1-5 of 6 documents
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Application Note
Enabling an MCU for Touch Sensing with Proximity Sensor SoftwareFeatured
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User Guide
Proximity Sensing Software Quick Reference - User’s GuideFeatured
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Application Note
AN3747, Pad Layout - Application Notes
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Application Note Software
Enabling an MCU for Touch Sensing with Proximity Sensor Software
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Quick Reference Guide
Proximity Sensor Software Development Kit Quick Start Guide