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Features
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 Proximity Solution
Freescale has prepared a software, GUI and hardware solution to get your sensing application up and running right away:
- Proximity Sensing Software - Compatible with more than 300 Freescale 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 HCS08 BDM interface. Compatibility with ColdFire and RS08 coming soon.
These tools create a solid base to start your proximity sensing application.
Related Software & Tools
System Requirements
- Freescale 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.
*for GUI system requirements click here
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.
Learn more
from our Proximity Solutions
Featured Documentation
- PROXSENSSOFTWRFS: Proximity Sensing Software Solution Factsheet
- AN3579: Enabling an MCU for Touch Sensing with Proximity Sensor Software
- PROXQRUG: Proximity Sensing Software Quick Reference User Guide
Current Updates & Releases
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
This Software Includes
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
