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SAM V71 Xplained Ultra Evaluation Kit

MCHPSAM V71 Xplained Ultra Evaluation Kit

MPN: ATSAMV71-XULT
Microchip Technology
ATSAME70, ATSAMS70, ATSAMV70, ATSAMV71 SAM V71 Xplained Ultra - ARM® Cortex®-M7 MCU 32-Bit Embedded Evaluation Board
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Overview

The ATSAMV71-XULT is a hardware platform for evaluating the Microchip SAM V71, V70, S70, and E70 series of ARM Cortex-M7 based microcontrollers. This kit provides a high-performance development environment with 2048 KB of Flash and 2048 KB of RAM, specifically designed for automotive and industrial connectivity applications. It features integrated Ethernet, dual CAN interfaces, and MediaLB support to facilitate complex networking and multimedia designs.

Why Choose This Part

The board offers massive memory resources with 2MB of Flash and 2MB of SRAM, making it ideal for memory-intensive RTOS applications. It includes specialized automotive peripherals like MediaLB and dual CAN interfaces alongside standard high-speed USB and Ethernet. The integrated supercap backup and external PLL support provide robust power and timing management for safety-critical prototyping.

Applications

Automotive Infotainment
Utilizing MediaLB and high-speed USB to develop in-car entertainment systems and head units.
Industrial Ethernet Gateways
Leveraging the built-in 10/100 Ethernet MAC for high-reliability industrial communication bridges.
CAN Bus Networking
Implementing dual-channel CAN communication for vehicle diagnostics or automated factory control systems.
High-Performance Embedded Graphics
Using the Cortex-M7 core and substantial 2MB SRAM to drive complex HMIs and displays.

Key Specifications

Type MCU 32-Bit
Contents Board(s)
Platform SAM V71 Xplained Ultra
Mounting Type Fixed
Core Processor ARM Cortex-M7
Utilized IC / Part ATSAME70, ATSAMS70, ATSAMV70, ATSAMV71

Getting Started

Start development by connecting the board to a PC via the micro-USB debug port, which provides an on-board Embedded Debugger (EDBG). Use Microchip Studio or MPLAB X IDE to access example projects and the Advanced Software Framework (ASF). The board is fully compatible with the Xplained Pro extension ecosystem for adding sensors and wireless connectivity modules.

Also Consider

STM32H743ZI Nucleo-144 STMicroelectronics - A high-speed Cortex-M7 alternative with a different peripheral set and competitive price point for general industrial use.
SAM V71B Xplained Ultra MCHPMicrochip Technology - A newer revision of the V71 evaluation kit supporting the latest silicon stepping and updated automotive features.