Summary of New STM32F4 discovery board features TFT LCD
The STM32F429 Discovery board accelerates development of high-performance STM32 F4 series applications. It features the STM32F429ZIT6 microcontroller, an ST-LINK/V2 debugger, a 2.4" QVGA TFT LCD, 64 Mbits SDRAM, and an L3GD20 gyroscope. The board supports USB OTG, includes six LEDs and two pushbuttons, and provides extension headers for prototyping. Free firmware examples are available online to facilitate quick evaluation for both beginners and experts.
Parts used in the STM32F429 Discovery:
- STM32F429ZIT6 microcontroller
- ST-LINK/V2 embedded debug tool
- 2.4" QVGA TFT LCD
- External SDRAM of 64 Mbits
- L3GD20 ST MEMS motion sensor
- USB OTG micro-AB connector
- Six LEDs (LD1 through LD6)
- Two pushbuttons
- Extension header for LQFP144 I/Os
The STM32F429 Discovery helps you to discover the high-performance microcontrollers of the STM32 F4 series and to develop your applications easily. It offers everything required for beginners and experienced users to get started quickly.
Based on the STM32F429ZIT6, it includes an ST-LINK/V2 embedded debug tool, a 2.4″ QVGA TFT LCD, an external SDRAM of 64 Mbits, a gyroscope ST MEMs, a USB OTG micro-AB connector, LEDs and pushbuttons.
A large number of free ready-to-run application firmware examples are available on www.st.com/stm32f4-discovery to support quick evaluation and development.
Key Features
- STM32F429ZIT6 microcontroller featuring 2 MB of Flash memory, 256 KB of RAM in an LQFP144 package
- On-board ST-LINK/V2 with selection mode switch to use the kit as a standalone
- ST-LINK/V2 (with SWD connector for programming and debugging)
- Board power supply: through the USB bus or from an external 3 V or 5 V supply voltage
- 2.4″ QVGA TFT LCD
- SDRAM 64 Mbits
- L3GD20, ST MEMS motion sensor, 3-axis digital output gyroscope
- Six LEDs:LD1 (red/green) for USB communicationLD2 (red) for 3.3 V power-onTwo user LEDs:LD3 (green), LD4 (red)Two USB OTG LEDs:LD5 (green) VBUS and LD6 (red) OC (over-current)
- Two pushbuttons (user and reset)
- USB OTG with micro-AB connector
- Extension header for LQFP144 I/Os for a quick connection to the prototyping board and an easy probing
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- What is the primary purpose of the STM32F429 Discovery board?
It helps users discover high-performance microcontrollers of the STM32 F4 series and develop applications easily. - Can the kit be used as a standalone device?
Yes, it includes an on-board ST-LINK/V2 with a selection mode switch to use the kit as a standalone unit. - How much Flash memory does the STM32F429ZIT6 feature?
The microcontroller features 2 MB of Flash memory. - What type of display is included on the board?
The board includes a 2.4 inch QVGA TFT LCD. - Does the board support external power supply options?
Yes, the board power supply can be provided through the USB bus or from an external 3 V or 5 V supply voltage. - What motion sensor is integrated into the discovery board?
The board integrates an L3GD20 ST MEMS motion sensor which is a 3-axis digital output gyroscope. - Are there application examples available for this board?
Yes, a large number of free ready-to-run application firmware examples are available on www.st.com/stm32f4-discovery. - How many user LEDs are present on the board?
There are two user LEDs labeled LD3 green and LD4 red. - Is there a way to connect to a prototyping board easily?
Yes, an extension header for LQFP144 I/Os allows for a quick connection to the prototyping board and easy probing.
