RTOS supports Hot Swap capability

LynxOS v. 3.1 RTOS includes an implementation of the POSIX 1003.1c thread support, complementing Lynx full conformance to POSIX 1003.1 and compliance to 1003.1b. LynxOS v. 3.1 supports Hot Swap applications of Pentium-based CompactPCI systems targeted for high-availability telecom applications. The new LynxOS Messenger extension provides a high-performance data communications facility for linking distributed computing architectures in high-availability systems. LynxOS v. 3.1 will be available in November.

Lynx Real-Time Systems
San Jose, CA
(408) 819-3900
www.lynx.com

Single-user VPE

Rhapsody Solo is a single-user version of the Rhapsody Visual Programming Environment. It delivers features such as full production-quality code generation, mode/code associativity, design-level debugging, and a real-time framework, for either target or design host. It provides out-of-box support for Windows 98/NT OSes, as well as VxWorks and pSOS RTOSes. Rhapsody Solo is available via the company’s Web site for $895 for an individual PC license.

I-Logix
Andover, MA
(978) 682-2100
www.ilogix.com

Memory-protected RTOS

Integrity 2000 is the second-generation implementation of the memory-protected Integrity real-time operating system. Integrity 2000 features advanced memory protection capabilities, dynamic download, task- and system-level debug, a zoomable real-time EventAnalyzer, POSIX support, and TCP/IP networking. The MULTI EventAnalyzer builds on the baseline capabilities of the MULTI debugger. It logs events like semaphore calls, context switches, and interrupts on the target in real time. Integrity is integrated with the MULTI development environment. The Integrity 2000 RTOS and libraries are bundled with the MULTI Integrated Development Environment, a C/C++/EC++ compiler, a board support package, and a royalty-free run-time target project license. The complete package is $7,900 per user on a PC, and $13,900 per user on a Unix system.

Green Hills Software
Santa Barbara, CA
(805) 965-6044
www.ghs.com

Real-time flow analyzer

CMXTracker v. 1.0 for Windows is a real-time flow analyzer for the CMX-RTX real-time operating system. It provides the ability to log chronologically, in real time, the user’s task’s execution flow; the CMX-RTX functions called and their parameters; interrupts using CMX-RTX functions; and the CMX-RTX system TICK. Version 1.0 for Windows of CMXTracker incorporates the Windows 95/98 operating systems as its standard GUI for developers. The CMXTracker analyses may be viewed with different degrees of log resolution with the CMX system TICK being a “timeline” stamp (or any time stamp the user selects). This latest version of CMXTracker also allows for filtering in which users may customize their view of specific functions to only display those functions that they are interested in analyzing. Pricing for the CMXTracker v. 1.0 for Windows ranges from $400 to $800, depending on the target processor.

CMX Co.
Framingham, MA
(508) 872-7675
www.cmx.com

C compiler for PIC18CXXX architecture

The MPLAB-C18 C Compiler is a high-level language compiler for the PIC18CXXX eight-bit RISC microcontroller architecture. The compiler generates relocatable code that can be linked with PICmicro libraries, user-defined libraries, and relocatable MPASM assembled objects. The libraries contain numerous processor-specific routines written for the PIC18CXXX. The compiler allows users to write code for PICmicro MCU applications in a high-level language. The tool supports interrupt routines; and offers a relocatable linker/librarian, local and global optimization, re-entrant code, and floating-point support. MPLAB-C18 is compatible with MPLAB, allowing it to function with the MPLAB in-circuit emulator and MPLAB-SIM simulator. MPLAB-C18 runs on any IBM PC or compatible computer (386 and higher) running DOS 5.0 or later. It comes with the Windows-compatible MPLAB, including MPLINK, MPASM, MPLIB, and a set of PICmicro libraries. It’s available now for $495.

Microchip Technology
Chandler, AZ
(602) 786-7200
www.microchip.com

CORBA implementation expands platform coverage

ORBexpress ST and ORBexpress GT for C++ are the latest releases from the ORBexpress for C++ product line. ORBexpress ST is a high-performance, third-generation implementation of CORBA 2.3 technology and is the core of the ORBexpress product family. ORBexpress GT is an object request broker for embedded applications. This release expands platform coverage. ORBexpress ST is available on major platforms including DEC Unix, Linux, SGI Irix, Solaris, and Windows 95/98/NT. ORBexpress GT expands the platform list to include Tornado/ VxWorks and LynxOS.

Objective Interface Systems
Reston, VA
(703) 295-6500
www.ois.com

Debugger for MIPS 16 ISA

The EDB-MIPS debugger supports all MIPS 16-, 32-, and 64-bit instruction set architectures, including MIPS I, II, II, IV, MDMX, as well as the MIPS 16 instructions. The debugger consists of a host-based source-level debugger and a portable target resident debug kernel. The debugger automatically adapts to a variety of file formats, including ELF/DWARF, ELF/Stab Records, and several versions of COFF. Features of the EDB-MIPS include a GUI interface; Hyperlink, which allows the data and/or instruction displays to be automatically aligned; and an execution window that displays the instructions in the high-level source code, assembly code, or with the source and its associated disassembled instructions. It supports unlimited conditional software breakpoints, which may be qualified by a pass count and any arbitrary C expression. The EDB-MIPS is available now for $2,300 for a single-user license.

Embedded Performance Inc.
Milpitas, CA
(408) 957-0350
www.epitools.com

Development toolkit

The ARM Developer Suite (ADS) is the successor to the ARM Software Development Toolkit v. 2.5. The ADS v. 1 comprises an integrated development environment for Windows, enhanced GUI debuggers, code generation tools, instruction set simulators, and ROM-based debug tools. Complete support for all ARM and Thumb processors, including the new ARM9E and ARM10 cores, is also provided. The IDE is the CodeWarrior software from Metrowerks. ADS also features the eXtended Debugger, which provides the functionality of the ARM Debugger for Windows and Unix. Two add-ons to the ADS are also available: the Trace Debug Tools and the Real Time Monitor. The ARM Developer Suite v. 1 is available now, starting at $5,500 for a single-user license (PC only version). The add-ons will be available in the first quarter of 2000.

ARM
Los Gatos, CA
(408) 399-5199
www.arm.com

Network middleware

NDDS v. 2.2 is network middleware that simplifies network programming for distributed, real-time applications. This release adds dynamic node detection and multiple network interface card support. Dynamic node detection lets the developer add and remove publishers and subscribers without shutting down the network, modifying the application, or re-initializing NDDS configuration parameters. Version 2.2 adds Windows CE support, C++ support, and improved run-time modules. It’s available now in a toolkit that includes libraries and run times for a variety of real-time and workstation platforms, an automatic code generator, debugging tool, sample code, and performance analysis programs. Develop-ment licenses start at $4,000 each, with a one-time per project fee of $10,250.

Real-Time Innovations
Sunnyvale, CA
(408) 734-0148
www.rti.com

x86 tool suite for new processor

The x86 Tool Suite for AMD’s ÉlanSC520 processor includes a C++/ANSI-C cross-optimizing compiler, an assembler, a linker, and the XDB debugger. All these tools are embedded in a project-oriented integrated development envrionment, the Workbench. The x86 Embedded Tool Suite for the ÉlanSC520 processor supports Windows 95/98/NT and Unix. The full version of this product is $5,600.

CAD-UL
Scottsdale, AZ
(480) 945-8188
www.cadul.com

Interactive graphical modeling suite

Software through Pictures (StP) v. 7.2 suite for Windows NT provides developers with an interactive graphical modeling suite that brings multi-user UML and structured modeling to the desktop. The StP suite is customizable to the developer’s process, language, or development tools, and is suitable as either a single-user tool or a multi-user environment. Features of StP v. 7.2 include: UML 1.1 support (use-case, class, sequence, collaboration, state, activity, component, and deployment diagrams); structured analysis and design; requirements-based test-case generation; report generation in HTML; multi-user repository based on Microsoft Jet or Sybase; and integration with MS Visual C++, MS Visual J++, QXX/DOORS requirements management tool, and Aonix’s ObjectAda. StP v. 7.2 for Windows NT is available now starting at $4,500.

Aonix
San Diego, CA
(858) 457-2700
www.aonix.com

Hardware

Development kit for 68HC11 MCU-based systems

EasyFLASH-68HC11 is a prototyping and debugging environment for designers of 68HC11 MCU-based systems with external memory and logic provided by EasyFLASH PSD8XXF, PSD3XX, and PSD211R MCU support ICs. The EasyFLASH-68HC11 environment allows designers to prototype and debug complete embedded systems designs, including the MCU code, the PSD’s external logic and memory, external peripherals, memory mapping, and ISP capabilities. The development kit consists of an MCU mother board (68HC11 MCU included), a PSD daughter board (PSD813F1 included), a COSMIC CX68C11 compiler, PSDsoft v. 5.0 EDA software, and FlashLINK Programmer for in-system programming via the PSD’s JTAG interface. It’s available now for $399.

Waferscale Integration
Fremont, CA
(510) 656-5400
www.waferscale.com

Chips

Eight-bit MCUs in SSOP packaging

The ST62 family is a range of eight-bit microcontrollers housed in a compact SSOP package. The SSOP-packaged ST62 offers increased pin-count (up to twice as many) for the same footprint. Devices available include the 16-pin ST6201CN6, offering 2K of ROM, 64 bytes of RAM, a four-channel ADC and nine I/O pins; the 16-pin ST6262CN6 with 2K of ROM, 64 bytes of RAM, 64 bytes of EEPROM, a four-channel ADC, an auto-reload timer, and nine I/O pins; and the 28-pin ST6225CN6 with 4K of ROM, 64 bytes of RAM, a 16-channel ADC, and 20 I/O pins. Other features, such as high current outputs and noise immunity, are retained. All three are available now in one-time programmable, EPROM, and mask ROM versions. In 10,000-unit quantities, the ST62T01CN6 is $1.30 each, the ST62T25CN6 is $1.62 each, and the ST62T62CN6 is $1.75 each.

STMicroelectronics
Lexington, MA
(781) 861-2650
www.st.com

Stand-alone CAN controller

The MCP2510 18-pin stand-alone CAN controller features an industry standard SPI serial interface, enabling an easy connection to virtually any microcontroller. It supports the Controller Area Network Specfication 2.0B. The MCP2510 provides CAN support for the entire familiy of PICmicro eight-bit RISC MCUs. On-board features include interrupt capability, message masking and filtering, message prioritization, multi-purpose I/O pins, and multiple transmit/receive buffers. The controller is supported by the MCP2510 Development and Evaluation Tool. the MCP2510 CAN controller is available now for $3.25 each in 1,000-unit quantities. The developer’s kit is also available now for $239 each.

Microchip Technology
Chandler, AZ
(602) 786-7200
www.microchip.com

32-bit RISC MCU with PCI and memory controllers

The highly integrated TMPR3927 32-bit TX SystemRISC microprocessor is based on the TX39 core and integrates a memory controller and a PCI controller (rev. 2.1). It’s the first implementation of the 32-bit MIPS-based RISC processor to offer this level of integration. The TMPR3927 operates at 133MHz. It has a 32-bit bus and includes a PCI controller, memory controller (SDRAM, ROM, flash, and SRAM), direct memory access controller, timers, UARTs, and I/Os on a single chip. It consumes 1.2W of power at 133MHz and has an operating voltage of 2.5V for internal CPU operation and 3.3V for I/O operations. Real-time debugging is supported by on-chip debug support unit logic utilizing N-wire interfaces. The TMPR3927 will be available in the fourth quarter of 1999 for $20 each in 10,000-unit quantities.

Toshiba America Electronic Components
Irvine, CA
(800) 879-4963 x. 228
www.toshiba.com/taec

Scalar and vector processing on PowerPC chip

The MPC7400 PowerPC microprocessor integrates scalar processing with an independent vector-processing engine on a single copper technology based chip. The 128-bit vector engine works concurrently with the existing PowerPC floating-point and integer units. The MPC7400 processor uses the single instruction-multiple data model (SIMD) and is claimed to execute 20 operations per clock cycle. It supports up to 2MB of backside L2 cache. In addition, it implements an MPX bus featuring minimized signal setup times, reduced idle cycles, and the ability to operate the system bus at frequencies in excess of 100MHz. The MPC7400 PowerPC microprocessor is available in 350MHz, 400MHz, and 450MHz versions, with 500MHz versions available soon. Those versions are $210, $275, $355, and $475, respectively, in quantities of 1,000.

Motorola Semiconductor Products Sector
Austin, TX
(512) 895-8236
www.motorola.com

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