Windows Embedded port suits low-cost peripherals

Edited by the Electronicstalk editorial team Apr 2, 2008

Windows Embedded CE 6.0 BSP for NXP Semiconductors LH7A404 ARM9 processor-based microcontrollers gives users access to low-power, cost-effective peripherals, including an integrated LCD display.

Adeneo has released the Windows Embedded CE 6.0 BSP for NXP Semiconductors' LH7A404 ARM9 processor-based microcontroller.

The LH7A404 ARM-based microcontroller features high-resolution integrated LCD controllers and provides system-on-chip capability for customers in consumer, entertainment, industrial, medical and automotive industries.

This BSP targets the LH7A404 development kit, a standard development platform from LogicPD.

It supports all key features of the LH7A404, including display touchscreen, audio and USB drivers.

A binary evaluation version is available for free, for testing and demonstration purposes.

For OEMs willing to perform in depth evaluation and qualification of Adeneo BSP, a free 20-day evaluation of the source code is available under NDA.

Adeneo also provides for commercial design the complete source code through a one-time license, without royalties.

The free binary evaluation version of the BSP and the NDA for 20 days access to the source code, can be obtained on the Adeneo website.

Yannick Chamming, General Manager of Windows Embedded activity at Adeneo and CEO of Adeneo America says, "After the release of the NXP LPC3180 CE 6.0 BSP and the acquisition of the BlueStreak LH7 processor family by NXP a few months ago, releasing a Windows Embedded CE 6.0 BSP for the LH7A404 shows the close collaboration between Adeneo and NXP to help OEMs with their Windows Embedded CE designs using LPC3000 or LH7 platforms".

Geoff Lees, Vice President and General Manager, Microcontroller Product Line, NXP Semiconductors said "Leveraging the successful integration of our BlueStreak microcontroller line, this port gives LH7A404 users access to low-power, cost-effective peripherals including an integrated LCD display with the added benefit of working with an experienced Windows Embedded CE Gold Partner".

"Microsoft is proud to be working with Adeneo to help OEMs deliver innovative products to market faster", said Olivier Fontana, Group Product Manager, Worldwide Partner and Regional Marketing, Windows Embedded Business, Microsoft.

"Our close collaboration with Adeneo ensures that its BSP solutions incorporate the best, most advanced features that Windows Embedded CE has to offer".

Because of its compliance with Microsoft PQOAL (Production-Quality OEM Adaptation Layer) and PQD (Production Quality Device) specifications, Adeneo BSPs are a cost-effective way to develop custom solutions on NXP Chips under Windows Embedded CE with minimal redesign work.

Only the portions of the BSPs handling board features need to be reviewed and redesigned and all code linked to the core CPU can be re-used without modifications.