To get you started with ultra-low power applications, MSP-EXP430FR5994 Launchpad kit is on your desk , featuring ULP(Ultra Low Power) hardware configuration inside a 16 bit high performance MSP430FR5994 Microcontroller running up to speed of 16 MHz. The controller features the MSP ULP FRAM (Ferroelectric Random Access Memory) which is a high endurance and super-fast non-volatile RAM. The board has plenty of embedded devices to support user’s multivariate target applications with the devices like Micro SD Card Holder, Super Capacitor for enabling standalone applications running without board power, user programmable LEDs and buttons etc. Programming of the board is facilitated by the on board debugger.
The board has adequate memory and processing speed for easy and fast rapid prototyping work including 256KB FRAM, 8 KB SRAM and peripherals include ADCs, Timers etc. backup by a new technology feature of low energy accelerator which allows user to design vector maths build application very fast and efficiently. A fast and easy prototyping facility is more cultivated by additional 40 pin boosterpack input headers. The board has micro-B USB connector for PC connection and a set of Tools and IDE are provided for making the application design experience more rich and powerful.
Key Features:

MSP ULP FRAM technology based MSP430FR5994 16-bit MCU
Energy Trace++ Technology available for ultra-low-power debugging
40-pin Launchpad development kit standard leveraging the Boosterpack plug-in module ecosystem
On-board eZ-FET debug probe
Two buttons and two LEDs for user interaction
On-board microSD card
Super capacitor (0.22 F)

Package Contents:

1x MSP-EXP430FR5994 Launchpad Development Kit
1x Micro USB cable
1x Quick start guide

Relevant Resources:
MSP-EXP430FR5994 Kit ManualMSP-EXP430FR5994 TI website technical documentation

FAQs:

Q: What are the main features of the MSP-EXP430FR5994 LaunchPad Evaluation Board?
A: The MSP-EXP430FR5994 features the MSP430FR5994 microcontroller with 128KB of FRAM, 16KB of SRAM, integrated USB debugging, a range of I/O options, and onboard sensors. Its designed for low-power embedded system development.
Q: What kind of microcontroller is used in the MSP-EXP430FR5994 LaunchPad?
A: The board uses the MSP430FR5994 microcontroller, which is part of Texas Instruments MSP430 family. It includes a 16-bit CPU, 128KB of FRAM memory, 16KB of SRAM, and a variety of integrated peripherals.
Q: What development tools are compatible with the MSP-EXP430FR5994 LaunchPad?
A: The LaunchPad is compatible with development tools like Code Composer Studio (CCS) and IAR Embedded Workbench. Texas Instruments also provides free MSP430Ware software and libraries for code development and debugging.
Q: What types of applications is the MSP-EXP430FR5994 LaunchPad suitable for?
A: The MSP-EXP430FR5994 is suitable for a range of low-power applications including sensor interfacing, data logging, and real-time processing. It is ideal for embedded systems development and prototyping.
Q: How do I power the MSP-EXP430FR5994 LaunchPad?
A: The LaunchPad can be powered via USB or an external power supply. It includes a micro-USB connector for USB power and also supports an external 3.3V power source through a dedicated pin.
Q: What onboard sensors are included with the MSP-EXP430FR5994 LaunchPad?
A: The board includes a variety of onboard sensors such as a temperature sensor, accelerometer, and magnetometer, which are useful for developing and testing sensor-based applications.