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SILICON LABS APPLICATION GUIDE 2013
1. AUTOMOTIVE APPLICATIONS
SILICON LABS APPLICATION GUIDE 2013
Body Electronics / Infotainment and Driver Information / Power, Isolation and Motor Control
www.silabs.com/automotive
2. 1 / BODY ELECTRONICS
Silicon Labs’ portfolio of mixed-signal ICs offers many of
the industry’s most highly integrated, best performing
microcontrollers, broadcast audio products, short range
wireless solutions, isolators, and touch and proximity sensors
optimized for automotive applications. Our proven mixed-
signal capability enables reduced design and manufacturing
complexity, increased reliability, lower costs, new features
and improved performance.
As an ISO/TS 16949 registered company, our highly reliable
mixed-signal IC solutions include AEC-Q100 qualified parts for
better performing body electronics, infotainment, telematics
and more. Our products are designed to address several
of the most important trends in automotive applications:
increasing complexity of new features and functionality to
sustain differentiation and the need to reduce system and
manufacturing costs while maintaining the highest standards
of quality and reliability.
Our ability to offer low power, high performance and mixed-
signal solutions in highly integrated devices gives customers
a head start in their development process. Years of shipping
history and automotive grade products give customers
confidence our technology can be reliably applied from entry-
level to premium applications. We look forward to earning
your business and becoming your preferred supplier and
partner for automotive solutions.
3. AUTOMOTIVE APPLICATIONS GUIDE / 2
Table of Contents
3 COMMITMENT TO QUALITY
6 BODY ELECTRONICS
7 ANTI-PINCH WINDOW GATE LIFTER
8 POWER SEATS
9 REMOTE KEYLESS ENTRY
10 PASSIVE KEYLESS ENTRY
11 NETWORKED DOOR AND MIRROR
12 VENTILATING AND A/C SYSTEM
13 WINDSHIELD AND REARVIEW MIRROR SYSTEMS
14 STEERING ANGLE MEASUREMENT
15 INFOTAINMENT AND DRIVER INFORMATION
16 AUTOMOTIVE AUDIO SYSTEM
17 GPS/NAVIGATION SYSTEMS
18 HUMAN-MACHINE INTERFACES (HMI)
19 TIRE PRESSURE MONITOR
20 BACK-UP CAMERA
21 POWER, ISOLATION AND MOTOR CONTROL
22 B
23 HYBRID ELECTRIC VEHICLE (HEV)
24 STEPPER MOTOR
25 BRUSHED AND BRUSHLESS DC MOTOR
26 AC INDUCTION MOTOR
27 PRODUCT SELECTOR TABLES
27 MICROCONTROLLERS
30 AUDIO/VIDEO
31 OPTICAL SENSORS
31 WIRELESS RF
31 WIRELESS MCU
32 ISOLATION AND POWER
ATTERY MANAGEMENT/HIGH VOLTAGE DOMAIN
4. 3 / AUTOMOTIVE COMMITMENT
Silicon Labs Automotive Commitment
REQUEST SAMPLES AND DOWNLOAD DOCUMENTATION AT: www.silabs.com/automotive
Automotive electronics address a demanding application area,
encompassing a wide range of products from body electronics, engine
controls, sensors, access systems, occupant comfort, safety and
infotainment. Products must offer ever-increasing integration and
system value, with zero defects for the life of the vehicle. At Silicon
Labs, we’re creating innovative products for the cars of tomorrow — helping make vehicles more efficient,
greener, safer and more enjoyable.
Dedication to Automotive Quality and Operational Excellence
Silicon Labs is a registered ISO/TS 16949 company. Automotive offerings include Grade 1, 2, and 3
products that meet and exceed AEC-Q100, JEDEC and most OEM specifications, including EMC and ESD.
A zero defect objective is built into Silicon Labs’ automotive products from the early design stage
and continuing through the manufacturing, order fulfillment and delivery processes. Automotive
manufacturing flows are engineered to ensure delivery of defect free products that remain trouble free
throughout the life of the vehicle:
• 100% inspections and testing to all data sheet specifications
• Implementation of statistical yield management
• Early warning systems to identify potential problems
Once production commences, the procurement and delivery processes provide responsive order
confirmation and visible status for customer delivery. Products are delivered on-time, defect free, and
ready for 10+ years of automotive use.
An Automotive Partner Commited to Your Business
Silicon Labs believes in partnering with its customers every step of the way to ensure mutual success.
Automotive products are designed and manufactured for long production lifetimes, utilizing mainstream
fab and packaging technology whenever possible. Strong automotive roadmaps ensure next-generation
features and products will suit the ever-growing requirements for vehicle electronics.
5. AUTOMOTIVE APPLICATIONS GUIDE / 4
REQUIREMENTSREQUIREMENTS SILICON LABS SOLUTIONSILICON LABS SOLUTION
SILICONLABSCAPABILITIES
Industry’s smallest, best performing
and most integrated solution for best-in-class
AM/FM performance, RDS display and audio
RF signal processing; industry’s smallest,
best performing monolithic data receiver, AEC-Q100 qualified
Si824x
Class D
Audio Drivers
Isolated gate drivers that provide superior audio
performance for Class D audio systems, delivering from
30 W up to 1000 W of audio power
Industry’s smallest, best performing
and most integrated solution for best-in-class
AM/FM performance, RDS display and audio
RF signal processing; industry’s smallest,
best performing monolithic data receiver, AEC-Q100 qualified
Si824x
Class D
Audio Drivers
Isolated gate drivers that provide superior audio
performance for Class D audio systems, delivering from
30 W up to 1000 W of audio power
Audio Infotainment
and Telematics
Efficient battery operation
More reliability at lower
distortion levels
Extremely small design
Optimized AM/FM tuners
for automotive
C8051F7xx/8xx/99x
Capacitive Sense
MCUs
Low power MCU with capacitive sensing,
wake-on-touch LED lighting and haptic feedback control;
touch screen support MCUs for center stack
Si11xx Infrared
Proximity Sensor ICs
Industry’s most sensitive active infrared
proximity sensor IC to enable touchless
human interface applications
C8051F7xx/8xx/99x
Capacitive Sense
MCUs
Low power MCU with capacitive sensing,
wake-on-touch LED lighting and haptic feedback control;
touch screen support MCUs for center stack
Si11xx Infrared
Proximity Sensor ICs
Industry’s most sensitive active infrared
proximity sensor IC to enable touchless
human interface applications
Human Interface
Capacitive sensing
Extended range
infrared motion
Low power levels
Enhances driver satisfaction
and save energy
C8051F5xx
MCUs
AEC-Q100 qualified, enables full operation across
the entire automotive voltage and temperature range
with no design trade-offs, integrated precision oscillator (±0.5%),
1.8 - 5.25 V supply voltage, 12-bit ADC
C8051F9xx
Low-Power
MCUs
Industry’s lowest active and sleep mode current
consumption with internal wake up clock;
capacitive sensing versions also available
C8051F30x/T60x
Small Form Factor
MCUs
Optimized for space-constrained, low-power,
lost-cost applications; cost sensitive, pin-compatible
OTP options available
C8051F5xx
MCUs
AEC-Q100 qualified, enables full operation across
the entire automotive voltage and temperature range
with no design trade-offs, integrated precision oscillator (±0.5%),
1.8 - 5.25 V supply voltage, 12-bit ADC
C8051F9xx
Low-Power
MCUs
Industry’s lowest active and sleep mode current
consumption with internal wake up clock;
capacitive sensing versions also available
C8051F30x/T60x
Small Form Factor
MCUs
Optimized for space-constrained, low-power,
lost-cost applications; cost sensitive, pin-compatible
OTP options available
Mixed Signal 8-bit MCUs
Automotive qualified
Industry’s smallest footprint
102 devices with 50 MIP cores,
up to 128 kB flash and CAN/LIN
Si4xxx EZRadioPRO®
RF ISM Receivers/
Transceivers
Industry-leading wireless solutions (highest sensitivity,
longest range, lowest system cost); multi channel to
support access and TPMS with one device, AEC-Q100 qualified
Si4010 EZRadio
RF Transmitters
Single-chip remote control IC, embedded MCU ,
crystal-less design; AES-128 H/W encryption,
ultra low power standby, AEC-Q100 qualified
Si1000
Wireless MCUs
Industry’s lowest power single-chip wireless
MCU in all modes: active, sleep, and deep sleep
Si4xxx EZRadioPRO®
RF ISM Receivers/
Transceivers
Industry-leading wireless solutions (highest sensitivity,
longest range, lowest system cost); multi channel to
support access and TPMS with one device, AEC-Q100 qualified
Si4010 EZRadio
RF Transmitters
Single-chip remote control IC, embedded MCU ,
crystal-less design; AES-128 H/W encryption,
ultra low power standby, AEC-Q100 qualified
Si1000
Wireless MCUs
Industry’s lowest power single-chip wireless
MCU in all modes: active, sleep, and deep sleep
Wireless Connectivity
High performance sub GHz
receivers, transmitters and
transceivers for vehicle access,
remotes and TPMS
Robust radio link budgets
Shorter design cycles
Lower overall
power consumption
Frequency agile receivers
Si84xx Digital
Isolators
Safety-certified, multi-channel, single package, reliable
low power digital isolation with high speed (DC-150 Mbps)
operation over a wide temperature range, AEC-Q100 qualified
Si822x/823x Isolated
Gate Drivers
Small size, single package gate driver solution with
programmable dead time, latch-free level shifting
Si84xx Digital
Isolators
Safety-certified, multi-channel, single package, reliable
low power digital isolation with high speed (DC-150 Mbps)
operation over a wide temperature range, AEC-Q100 qualified
Si822x/823x Isolated
Gate Drivers
Small size, single package gate driver solution with
programmable dead time, latch-free level shifting
Digital Isolation
Voltage protection for
equipment and humans
in a small footprint
Smaller, faster, more
reliable and lower power
than optocouplers
CP2400
LCD Controller
Low power LCD controller, easily interfaced
with SPI or I2
C
CP210x
USB to UART Bridge
Single-chip, full speed (12 Mbps) USB-to-UART bridge
to interface to service ports
CP2400
LCD Controller
Low power LCD controller, easily interfaced
with SPI or I2
C
CP210x
USB to UART Bridge
Single-chip, full speed (12 Mbps) USB-to-UART bridge
to interface to service ports
Other I/O and
Peripheral Support
Easy communication
between devices
Expandable architecture
Reduce power consumption
Remotely receive power
Si474x/5x
AM/FM Receivers,
RDS Data Receivers
LW/SW/WB Bands
HD Ready
Innovative Automotive Solutions/Diversified Portfolio
Silicon Labs’ strong mixed-signal core competencies increase end system value and driver satisfaction.
6. 5 / AUTOMOTIVE COMMITMENT
Strong Customer Support
Silicon Labs offers a variety of resources to help reduce development time and provide
differentiated end solutions to OEMs that meet or exceed end customer requirements, including
development kits, reference designs, application notes, code examples, white papers, knowledge
bases and user forums.
A staff of highly qualified field application engineers (FAEs) is deployed in key automotive regions
worldwide.
Factory engineers consult with and assist customers during the development and early prototyping
phases. Schematic and PCB reviews are fully supported.
Si4010 EZRADIO®
KEY FOB TRANSMITTER
Si1120 SLIDER
DEMO BOARD
TOOLSTICK
C8051F530A
DAUGHTER CARD
ISOLATOR
EVALUATION BOARD
7. AUTOMOTIVE APPLICATIONS GUIDE / 6
Body Electronics Applications
REQUEST SAMPLES AND DOWNLOAD DOCUMENTATION AT: www.silabs.com/automotive-body-electronics
Automotive body electronics applications are becoming increasingly complex as the demands on these
systems extend to enable higher interaction between systems and the rest of the vehicle while adapting
to space and energy consumption constraints.
At the foundation of our body electronics portfolio is a family of AEC-Q100 qualified microcontrollers and
wireless solutions. Silicon Labs’ products excel in body electronics applications such as anti-pinch window
gate lifters for power windows, networked door controls, power seat controls, remote keyless entry and
passive keyless entry, heating ventilation and A/C (HVAC) system for climate and comfort control, windshield
wiper and rain systems, steering angle measurement and more.
Human Interface and Body Electronics
• Silicon Labs offers the best performing capacitive touch sense solutions in the automotive market.
The C8051F7xx/99x families have ultra low standby power for fast system wake-up and keyless
functionality.
• LCD displays are commonly used in electronic digital displays because of the extremely low electrical
power and low voltage requirements. Silicon Labs’ CP240x can drive those LCD displays up to 128
segments for viewing in bright as well as dark conditions. USB interfaces are also available as bridge
ICs for several serial bus standards (UART, I2
C, etc..)
• The Si114x infrared proximity and ambient light sensor family, using one to three infrared LEDs, powers
functions such as back-lighting control and touchless motion/gesture recognition when driving.
8. 7 / BODY ELECTRONICS
Window, Sunroof, Gate or Door (Sensorless BLDC)
6
H-BridgeH-Bridge
Window
Motor
Window
Motor
Membrane Switch
Fiber Optic
Ultrasonic/IR Curtain (Si11xx)
Si11xx
Interlock
System
Si11xx
Interlock
System
Window, Sunroof, Gate or Door
ADC
PCA
C8051F5xx
MCU
C8051F7xx/99x
Capacitive Touch
Sense MCU
C8051F7xx/99x
Capacitive Touch
Sense MCU
C8051F7xx/99x
Capacitive Touch
Sense MCU
C8051F7xx/99x
Capacitive Touch
Sense MCU
6
H-BridgeH-Bridge
Window
Motor
Window
Motor
C8051F5xx
MCU
PWM IRQ
ANTI-PINCHWINDOW/GATELIFTER
(Optional)
(Optional)
Anti-Pinch Window Gate Lifter
Designers can significantly reduce system cost by using C8051F5xx automotive microcontrollers. High processing power allows
interlock and a pinch signature algorithm to simplify automotive window obstruction detection and eliminate the need for a
separate interlock system. CAN and LIN bus controls are also available.
PRODUCT DESCRIPTION SILICON LABS SOLUTIONS CUSTOMER BENEFITS
AUTOMOTIVE QUALIFIED MCUs
C8051F5xx
Automotive
Microcontroller
AEC-Q100 qualified, with temperature
operation up to 125 °C
Small packages, enables full operational
specification across the entire
automotive voltage and temperature
range with no design trade-offs
HUMAN INTERFACE CAPABILITIES
Si11xx
Infrared Proximity
Sensor ICs
Industry’s most sensitive active infrared
proximity sensor IC to enable touchless
human interface applications
Implement extended range
infrared motion sensing with
unusually low power levels
C8051F7xx/99x Capacitive Sense MCU
Low power MCU with capacitive sensing,
wake-on-touch, and LED lighting control
Enables stylish and differentiated
user interfaces
9. AUTOMOTIVE APPLICATIONS GUIDE / 8
Power Seats
Silicon Labs C8051F5xx automotive microcontrollers are ideal for power seat control where three or more motors are employed
to optimize driver seat safety and comfort. The C8051F5xx MCUs, with a built-in 0.5% oscillator over the entire temperature range,
allow direct connection to HS CAN and LIN buses without the need for external crystals. Seat control is mostly motor control with
mechanical switches. Higher-end seat systems include driver/motor position memory and recall (see page 24) as well as seat
surface heaters and cooling systems. Motors in this application are typically brushed. For BLDC and sensor-less BLDC motors see
page 25.
Si82xx isolators are added to motor control modules to isolate and eliminate unwanted electrical noise from the motors. Having a
low noise floor is critical to the occupant infotainment experience and performance of RF modules.
POWERSEAT
CAN
CAN
Switches
Motor Motor Motor Heat
LIN / I2
C
LIN or
I2
C
Additional Seat Options
• Massage / Driver Alert
• Cooling (Fans or Active)
• Seat Width & Length
CAN
PHY
CAN
PHY
BCMBCM
Seat
Control
Seat
Control
SwitchesSwitches
Seat Control
C8051F5xx MCU
Seat Control
C8051F5xx MCU
Seat Angle
M
Back Angle
M
Lumbar Motor/Pump
M
Headrest Height
M
Headrest Angle
M
Height
M
Forward/Backward
Power Seat
M
Heater
Si822x/823x
ISOdriver*
Si822x/823x
ISOdriver*
Si822x/823x
ISOdriver*
Si822x/823x
ISOdriver*
Si822x/823x
ISOdriver*
Si822x/823x
ISOdriver*
Si822x/823x
ISOdriver*
Si822x/823x
ISOdriver*
Si822x/823x
ISOdriver*
Si822x/823x
ISOdriver*
Si822x/823x
ISOdriver*
Si822x/823x
ISOdriver*
Si822x/823x
ISOdriver*
Si822x/823x
ISOdriver*
Si822x/823x
ISOdriver*
Si822x/823x
ISOdriver*
PRODUCT DESCRIPTION SILICON LABS SOLUTIONS CUSTOMER BENEFITS
AUTOMOTIVE QUALIFIED MCUs
C8051F5xx
Automotive
Microcontroller
AEC-Q100 qualified, with temperature
operation up to 125° C
Small packages, enables full operational
specification across the entire
automotive voltage and temperature
range with no design trade-offs
RELIABLE, SAFE AND EFFECTIVE ISOLATION
Si822x/Si823x
ISOdriver Isolated
Gate Driver
Isolated gate drivers in 0.5 A and
4.0 A peak output current ratings. 2.5
and 5.0 kVrms isolation, AEC-Q100
Small, single package gate
driver solution. Programmable dead time,
latch-free level shifting DC working
voltages up to 1 kV, 60 nS prop time;
more reliable than HVIC drivers
*Isolated drivers can be used when system noise needs to be reduced or minimized.
10. 9 / BODY ELECTRONICS
Remote Keyless Entry - Uni Bi-Directional
A remote keyless entry system (RKE) is designed to remotely permit or deny access to an automobile. Our tiny
footprint solutions and expertise in RF and mixed-signal MCUs enable customers to deliver reliable, cost effective RKE
systems to market.
REMOTEKEYLESSENTRY(RKE)
Combined RKE/TPMS Receiver
Si4010
(MCU, Memory,
AES Encryption,
OSC + RF
Transmitter)
Si4010
(MCU, Memory,
AES Encryption,
OSC + RF
Transmitter)
Transmitter
Basic Unidirectional RKE Fob
Engine Start
Door Lock / Unlock
Immobilizer
2 Way Long Distance RF Fob
LED
LED
TX
Antenna
RX
Antenna
EZRadioPRO®
Si4x3x
RF Receiver
EZRadioPRO®
Si4x3x
RF Receiver
C8051F9xx
MCU
C8051F9xx
MCU
Si4x3x
EZRadioPRO®
RF TRX
Si4x3x
EZRadioPRO®
RF TRX
C8051F5xx
MCU
C8051F5xx
MCU
OR
BodyControl
Module
BodyControl
Module
Push
Buttons
OR
EZRadio
Si431x
RF Receiver
EZRadio
Si431x
RF Receiver
OR
Push
Buttons
VehicleKey FOB
RF Combined RKE/TPMS Receiver
RKE Transceiver
Si10xx Wireless MCU
MCU/
Memory
MCU/
Memory
RF TRX
Automotive
RF TRX
Automotive
RX
Antenna
TRX
Antenna
RF
RF
PRODUCT DESCRIPTION SILICON LABS SOLUTIONS CUSTOMER BENEFITS
WIRELESS RANGE AND ROBUSTNESS
Si4010 Wireless RKE SoC
Single-chip remote control IC,
embedded MCU, crystal-less design;
AES-128 H/W encryption, ultra low
power standby, AEC-Q100 qualified
Extremely small design, minimal BOM and
maximum performance and programmability
Si4x3x
EZRadioPRO®
Sub GHz
Receivers, Transmitters
and Transceivers
Integrated ISM, OOK, FSK single
channel receivers (240-960 MHz) with
-118 dBm sensitivity, high blocking, low
IMD, digital RSSI, frequency hopping,
AGC, low power and wakeup timer
Fully integrated RF solution for cost
sensitive sub-GHz applications including
in-vehicle RKE/PKE and TPMS
Si431x
EZRadio®
Wireless RF
Receiver
INTEGRATED SUB-GHZ RF TRANSCEIVER MCU
Si10xx
Wireless
Microcontroller
Industry’s lowest power single-chip wireless
MCU, lowest power consumption in all
modes: active, sleep and deep sleep
Extended range, higher bandwidth and
lower overall power consumption
LOW POWER OPERATION AND MICROCONTROLLER CONTROL
C8051F5xx
Automotive
Microcontroller
Microcontroller with embedded
CAN/LIN interface, AEC-Q100 qualified
Easily implement industry standard
CAN/LIN connectivity
C8051F9xx
Ultra Low-Power
MCU
Industry’s lowest active and sleep
mode current consumption with
operation down to 0.9 V; capacitive
sensing versions also available
Single cell operation and extended
battery life; very low power
standby with wakeup and RTC
11. AUTOMOTIVE APPLICATIONS GUIDE / 10
Passive Keyless Entry
Passive keyless systems perform two simple functions: opening a door or trunk hatch with a touch on the handle and
allowing the driver to start and stop the car with the push of a button. To realize these functions, a technologically advanced
system is required that includes a new generation HF/LF fob and an in-cabin base station with its associated set of LF
antennas plus touch sensors. The Si401x is an excellent choice for a single IC fob, integrating the MCU, AES-128 encryption,
and RF transmitter. Silicon Labs’ EZRadioPRO®
transceiver, complimented by the ultra low power C8051F98x/9x MCU offers
a very high communication link budget (130 dB) as well as very low power while in standby mode to preserve battery life.
PRODUCT DESCRIPTION SILICON LABS SOLUTIONS CUSTOMER BENEFITS
WIRELESS RANGE AND ROBUSTNESS
Si4010 Wireless RKE SoC
Single-chip remote control IC,
embedded MCU, crystal-less design;
AES-128 H/W encryption, ultra low
power standby, AEC-Q100 qualified
Extremely small design, minimal BOM and
maximum performance and programmability
Si4x3x
EZRadioPRO Sub GHz
Receivers, Transmitters
and Tranceivers
Integrated ISM, OOK, FSK single
channel receivers (240-960 MHz) with
-118 dBm sensitivity, high blocking, low
IMD, digital RSSI, frequency hopping,
AGC , low power and wakeup timer
Fully integrated RF solution for cost
sensitive sub-GHz applications including
in-vehicle RKE/PKE and TPMS
Si431x
EZRadioWireless
RF Receiver
INTEGRATED SUB-GHZ RF TRANSCEIVER MCU
Si10xx
Wireless
Microcontroller
Industry’s lowest power single-chip wireless
MCU, lowest power consumption in all
modes: active, sleep and deep sleep
Extended range, higher bandwidth and
lower overall power consumption
PRECISION PROCESSING
C8051F5xx
Automotive
Microcontroller
Microcontroller with embedded
CAN/LIN, AEC-Q100 qualified
Easily implement industry standard
CAN/LIN connectivity
HUMAN INTERFACE CAPABILITIES
C8051F9xx Capacitive Sense MCU
Low power MCU with capacitive sensing,
wake-on-touch, and LED lighting control
Enables stylish and differentiated
user interfaces
PASSIVEKEYLESSENTRY(PKE,PEG,PEPS)
LF
Dead Battery
Power
Body Control
Module
Body Control
Module
125 KHz
3D AFE
Encryption
Memory
LF Base Station
for Immobiler
Antenna
Drivers
Si4010
(MCU, Memory,
AES Encryption,
OSC + RF
Transmitter)
Si4010
(MCU, Memory,
AES Encryption,
OSC + RF
Transmitter)
EZRadio PRO
Si4x3x
RF Receiver
EZRadio PRO
Si4x3x
RF Receiver
C8051F5xx
MCU
C8051F5xx
MCU
Key FOB
Si10xx Wireless MCU
Transmitter
TX
Antenna
RX
Antenna
Combined PKE + TPMS
Receiver
Vehicle
RF
LF
RF
OR
CAN LIN
LED
MCU/
Memory
MCU/
Memory
RF TRX
Automotive
RF TRX
Automotive
Push
Buttons
C8051F99x
Touch Sense
MCU
C8051F99x
Touch Sense
MCU
Door/Lid Handle
LF TX Wake Up
12. 11 / BODY ELECTRONICS
Networked Door and Mirror
Vehicle doors continue to evolve in the areas of safety and functionality. Silicon Labs’ C8051F5xx automotive MCUs are
compelling solutions for controlling all door and integrated mirror functions. The C8051F5xx MCUs offer a crystal-less CAN
bus and LIN bus communication gate between the body control module (BCM) and the door functions. For the motor control
for window lift and mirror position (see page 7) the C8051F5xx provides high processing power, providing interlock and pinch
signature algorithms to simplify automotive window obstruction detection and eliminate the need for a separate interlock system.
For vehicles with passive entry systems, the door handles need a touch sensor with excellent outdoor performance and are
suitable for use with gloves. Silicon Labs’ C8051F99x capacitive touch sense MCUs lead the industry in lowest power, highest
capacitive touch performance, and best value/performance ratio.
PRODUCT DESCRIPTION SILICON LABS SOLUTIONS CUSTOMER BENEFITS
PRECISION PROCESSING
C8051F5xx
Automotive
Microcontroller
Microcontroller with embedded
CAN/LIN interface, AEC-Q100 qualified
Easily implement industry standard
CAN/LIN connectivity
RELIABLE, SAFE AND EFFECTIVE ISOLATION
Si822x/823x
ISOdriver
Isolated Gate Driver
Isolated gate drivers in 0.5 A and
4.0 A peak output current ratings.
2.5 and 5.0 kVrms isolation
Minimum space, single package gate driver
solution; programmable dead time, latch-free
level shifting dc working voltages up to 1 kV, 60 nS
prop time; more reliable than HVIC drivers
HUMAN INTERFACE CAPABILITIES
C8051F99x
Capacitive
Sense MCU
Low power MCU with capacitive sensing,
wake-on-touch, and LED lighting control
Enables stylish and differentiated
user interfaces
NETWORKEDDOOR
LIN
Advanced Mirror Options
• Lane Change Warning / Blind Spot Detection
• ALS (Sunlight sense) + Tint Control
BCMBCM
Switches
Window,
Lock,
Mirror
Switches
Window,
Lock,
Mirror
LIN BLDC
Motor Control +
Anti Pinch
C8051F5xx MCU +
Si822x/823x
ISOdriver
LIN BLDC
Motor Control +
Anti Pinch
C8051F5xx MCU +
Si822x/823x
ISOdriver
LIN Mirror
System Control
C8051F5xx MCU
LIN Mirror
System Control
C8051F5xx MCU
Courtesy Light
V Position
Window Lift
H Position
Fold
Defrost w/
Temp Sense
Door Lock
Solenoid
Illumination
(effects)
Turn Indicator
Puddle Light
M
M
M
M
M
Door
—OR—
C8051F99x
Capacitive
Touch
Control
MCU
C8051F99x
Capacitive
Touch
Control
MCU
PKE Door Handle
C8051F5xx MCUC8051F5xx MCU
Lock
Lighting
Control
Door Control
13. AUTOMOTIVE APPLICATIONS GUIDE / 12
Ventilating and A/C System - Climate Comfort Control
An automotive heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC) system is an excellent application for the C8051F5xx automotive
microcontroller family. The ADC variable attenuation feature is very useful when interfacing to a variety of sensors.
Communications are through the integrated LIN 2.1 controller that operates off the internal 0.5% precision oscillator. Add to this
the built-in 1.8 V to 5.25 V LDO regulator, and you have a high performance system solution at a very low cost.
Outside Temp.
1.3 V - 1.6 V
Outside Temp.
1.3 V - 1.6 V
Mixer
Motor
Passenger
Fan Motor
LIN PHY
LIN PHY
Driver
Fan Motor
LIN PHY
LIN PHYLIN PHY
HVAC Control
LCD Display
Cabin Temp.
1.3 V - 1.6 V
Cabin Temp.
1.3 V - 1.6 V
User Interfaces
Humidity Sensor
0.4 V - 4.3 V
Humidity Sensor
0.4 V - 4.3 V
Air Flow
2.2 V - 4.1 V
Air Flow
2.2 V - 4.1 V
CAN
BCMBCM
C8051F99x
Capacitive Touch
Control MCU
C8051F99x
Capacitive Touch
Control MCU
CAN PHYCAN PHY
VENTILATINGANDAIRCONDITIONINGSYSTEM
C8051F5xx
MCU
ADC
PRODUCT DESCRIPTION SILICON LABS SOLUTIONS CUSTOMER BENEFITS
PRECISION PROCESSING
C8051F5xx
Automotive
Microcontroller
Microcontroller with embedded
CAN/LIN interface, AEC-Q100 qualified
Easily implement industry standard
CAN/LIN connectivity
HUMAN INTERFACE CAPABILITIES
C8051F99x Capacitive Sense MCU
Low power MCU with capacitive sensing,
wake-on-touch, and LED lighting control
Enables stylish and differentiated
user interfaces
14. 13 / BODY ELECTRONICS
Windshield and Rearview Mirror Systems
Automotive windshield systems are rapidly evolving from the three basic functions: wipers, washers, and defrost. Silicon Labs’
C8051F5xx helps modernize these functions with features such as CAN, LIN or other serial networking to reduce wiring harness
weight and cost as well as opening the design for new features, including efficient motor control for wiper and fluid pump motors
which is especially important for vehicle electrification in mild hybrids with stop/start functionality and HEV/EVs.
The rearview mirror is becoming an increasingly complex system (compass, outside temperature, rain sensing, and glass
dewpoint/condensation detecting). Silicon Labs’ Si114x is ideal for motion detection associated with rain on the glass, day
or night. Coupled with the C8051F5xx MCU, the system provides the interface, control and data for rain detection, outside
temperature, glass condensation, compass sensors and automated HVAC windshield defrost.
PRODUCT DESCRIPTION SILICON LABS SOLUTIONS CUSTOMER BENEFITS
HUMAN-MACHINE INTERFACE
Si11xx
Infrared Proximity
Sensor ICs
Industry’s most sensitive active
infrared proximity sensor IC to
enable touchless human interface applications
Implement extended range
infrared motion sensing with
unusually low power levels
PRECISION PROCESSING
C8051F5xx
Automotive
Microcontroller
Microcontroller with embedded
CAN/LIN interface, AEC-Q100 qualified
Easily implement industry standard
CAN/LIN connectivity
HUMAN INTERFACE CAPABILITIES
C8051F99x Capacitive Sense MCU
Low power MCU with capacitive sensing,
wake-on-touch, and LED lighting control
Enables stylish and differentiated
user interfaces
RELIABLE, SAFE AND EFFECTIVE ISOLATION AND POWER
Si822x/23x
ISOdriver
Isolated Gate Driver
Combines an isolator and two independent
drivers into a single package with ultra-fast
50 ns propagation delays for better timing
margins, safety certified to 5.0, 3.75 or 2.5
kVrms and withstand ±1500 VDC between
outputs for dual drivers; CSA, VDE and UL
certified, AEC-Q100 qualified
High integration, low propagation delay,
small PCB footprint, flexibility, and
cost-effectiveness ensure rock-solid
operation over temperature and time,
and unparalleled size and cost benefits
*Isolated drivers can be used when system noise needs to be reduced or minimized
WINDSHIELDANDREARVIEWMIRRORSYSTEMS
Wipers
M
Washer
Fluid Pump
M
C8051F5xx MCU
Si82xx/3x ISOdriver*
(DC Motor Drive)
C8051F5xx MCU
Si82xx/3x ISOdriver*
(DC Motor Drive)
C8051F5xx
MCU
C8051F5xx
MCU
Si11xx
Ambient Light
Sensor
Si11xx
Ambient Light
Sensor
C8051F5xx MCU
Si82xx/3x ISOdriver*
(DC Motor Drive)
C8051F5xx MCU
Si82xx/3x ISOdriver*
(DC Motor Drive)
LIN
PHY
LIN
PHY
LIN
PHY
LIN
PHY
LIN
PHY
LIN
PHY
CAN
PHY
CAN
PHY
Wiper Stalk
Switch
Wiper Stalk
Switch
Outside
Temp Sensor
Outside
Temp Sensor
Basic SensorBasic Sensor
Integrated SensorIntegrated Sensor
Windshield
Condensation
Sensor
Temp Humidity
Windshield
Condensation
Sensor
Temp Humidity
BCMBCM
HVAC Control
(Defrost)
HVAC Control
(Defrost)
C8051F5xx MCU
CAN
IRIR
Serial
or GPIO
or
Magneto Resonance Compass
Outside Temp Display
Compass
LIN
PHY
LIN
PHY
C8051F99x
Capacitive Touch MCU
C8051F99x
Capacitive Touch MCU For mirror touch buttons
Rear View Mirror
72° S
ADC SPI
15. AUTOMOTIVE APPLICATIONS GUIDE / 14
Steering Angle Measurement
Silicon Labs C8051F5xx highly integrated automotive microcontrollers can provide steering angle position from an anisotropic
magneto resistance (AMR) sensor input via a high-speed CAN bus. In this application, calibration measurements are provided
and then the full range of the ADC is maximized with the variable attenuation feature for each sensor. An integrated 0.5%
oscillator and 1.8 V to 5.25 V regulator are included as well.
PRODUCT DESCRIPTION SILICON LABS SOLUTIONS CUSTOMER BENEFITS
PRECISION PROCESSING
C8051F5xx
Automotive
Microcontroller
Microcontroller with embedded
CAN/LIN interface, AEC-Q100 qualified
Easily implement industry standard
CAN/LIN connectivity
HUMAN-MACHINE INTERFACE
Si11xx
Infrared Proximity
Sensor ICs
Industry’s most sensitive active
infrared proximity sensor IC to
enable touchless human
interface applications
Implement extended range
infrared motion sensing with
unusually low power levels
C8051F5xx
MCU
ADC Ch. 1
CAN_RX
ADC Ch. 2
y
x
ADCPCA
CAN
G=200
G=200
AMRAMR
AMRAMR XCVRXCVR
OR
LED
Si11xx Infrared
Proximity
Sensing
Si11xx Infrared
Proximity
Sensing
x
I2
C
LED
Si11xx Infrared
Proximity
Sensing
Si11xx Infrared
Proximity
Sensing
y
CAN_TX
CAN_RX
XCVRXCVR
CAN_TX
C8051F5xx
MCU
STEERINGANGLEMEASUREMENT
16. 15 / INFOTAINMENT DRIVER INFORMATION
Infotainment Driver Information Applications
REQUEST SAMPLES AND DOWNLOAD DOCUMENTATION AT: www.silabs.com/automotive-infotainment
Drivers now expect advanced infotainment applications and telematics as
standard features on most vehicles. Silicon Labs helps designers build
high-performance driver information systems that offer benefits in terms
of energy efficiency and advanced user interfaces.
Silicon Labs’ patented touch and proximity sensors enable intuitive human-machine interface design,
including advanced touchless gesture recognition, and fast, responsive touch sensing. Silicon Labs’ AM/FM
receivers, transmitters and RDS tuners have shipped into more than a billion devices worldwide. Features
like multi-path cancellation, programmable soft muting, radio and amplifier coexistence, digital audio
processing, touchless tuning, song “tagging,” album art and song display, wireless remotes and automated
display read out brightness are features Silicon Labs enables without introducing problematic trade-offs
or adding unnecessary complexity or cost to the design.
Whether you are designing an automotive audio system, a GPS/navigation system, tire pressure monitor,
back-up camera, or other interactive system, Silicon Labs can help.
17. AUTOMOTIVE APPLICATIONS GUIDE / 16
Automotive Audio System - Infotainment Systems (Audio, Video, Web)
Silicon Labs’ high-performance solutions for car sound systems include high fidelity radio ICs that improve the end user
experience, reduce system cost and take advantage of the latest digital features.
AUTOMOTIVEAUDIOSYSTEMS
LCDLCD
TouchTouch
USBUSB
Antennas
Motion Sensor
CD
Speaker
Auxilliary
Line In
Si474x/5x AM/FM/RDS
Tuner (Companion)
and/or AF scanner
Si474x/5x AM/FM/RDS
Tuner (Companion)
and/or AF scanner
Si474x/5x AM/FM/RDS
Tuner (Primary)
Si474x/5x AM/FM/RDS
Tuner (Primary)
CP210x
USB to UART Bridge
CP210x
USB to UART Bridge
C8051F5xx
Automotive MCU
C8051F5xx
Automotive MCU
CP2400 LCD
Controller
CP2400 LCD
Controller
C8051F7xx/99x
Capacitive Sensing
C8051F7xx/99x
Capacitive Sensing
Si11xx Infrared
Proximity Sensing
Si11xx Infrared
Proximity Sensing
(Optional)
Filter
Si824x
Class D
Audio Driver
Si824x
Class D
Audio Driver
PMP/
Smart
Phone
Digital
Media
Processor
Digital
Media
Processor
Digital
Media
Processor
CD
Servo
CD
Servo
PRODUCT DESCRIPTION SILICON LABS SOLUTIONS CUSTOMER BENEFITS
HIGHLY INTEGRATED, SMALL FOOTPRINT AM/FM
Si474x/5x
Automotive AM/FM
Receiver
Optimized for entry-level
automotive radios, the Si4740/5
multi-band recievers are small,
low BOM count and economically
priced, AEC-Q100 qualified
Ease of design, customization of audio performance
and entry-level automotive performance; ideal for
fast-growing emerging automotive markets
Si824x Class D Audio Driver
Advanced isolated gate drivers,
delivering from 30 W up to 1000 W of
audio power, AEC-Q100 qualified
Superior high-fidelity audio performance for
high-power Class D digital audio systems, robust
noise tolerance and precise dead-time control
AUTOMOTIVE QUALIFIED MCUs
C8051F5xx Automotive MCU
AEC-Q100 qualified, with temperature
operation up to 125 °C
Small packages, enables full operational
specification across the entire automotive voltage
and temperature range with no design trade-offs
HUMAN INTERFACE CAPABILITIES
Si11xx
Infrared Proximity
Sensor ICs
Industry’s most sensitive active
infrared proximity sensor IC to
enable touchless human
interface applications
Implement extended range infrared motion
sensing with unusually low power levels
C8051F7xx/
99x
Capacitive Sense MCU
Low power MCU with capacitive
sensing, wake-on-touch, and
LED lighting control
Enables stylish and differentiated
user interfaces
LOW POWER LCD CONTROLLER
CP240x LCD Controller
Low power LCD controller, easily
interfaced with SPI or I2
C
Works efficiently with the MCU to reduce
system size and power consumption
COMPLETE USB 2.0 CONNECTIVITY
CP210x USB to UART Bridge
Easily converts data traffic between
USB and UART formats
Connect to any UART to provide instantaneous USB
connectivity; free software drivers provided
18. 17 / INFOTAINMENT DRIVER INFORMATION
GPS/Personal Navigation Device
Silicon Labs’ small footprint audio and MCU solutions offer navigation device makers a comprehensive, full-featured solution for
traffic message channel (TMC), capacitive touch sense, FM transmit and LCD control.
GPS/PERSONALNAVIGATIONDEVICE
FlashFlash
WLAN/
Bluetooth
Receiver
WLAN/
Bluetooth
Receiver
GPS
Receiver
GPS
Receiver
Antenna
Si471x FM
Transmitter
Si471x FM
Transmitter
C8051F9xx
Ultra
Low-Power
MCU
C8051F9xx
Ultra
Low-Power
MCU
GPS DSP/
Processor
GPS DSP/
Processor
CP2400 LCD
Controller
CP2400 LCD
Controller
Stereo OutStereo Out
Antenna
Si4706
FM RDS
Receiver
Si4706
FM RDS
Receiver
Antenna
Si11xx
Infrared
Sensing
Si11xx
Infrared
Sensing
Voice
Commands
Keypad
Motion
Sensor
Battery
USB
LCD
Microphone
Headphones
Speaker
Si3000
Audio
Codec
Si3000
Audio
Codec
CP210x
USB to UART
CP210x
USB to UART
Memory Card
PRODUCT DESCRIPTION SILICON LABS SOLUTIONS CUSTOMER BENEFITS
TIMING SYNCHRONIZATION
Si4706
FM RDS/TMC
Data Receiver
The industry leader in RDS performance,
offering the most highly integrated and
smallest monolithic companion data receiver
Highest performance of any monolithic companion
data receiver for monitoring traffic data
Si471x/2x
FM Transmitter
FM Transceiver
The market leading FM transmitter (Si471x)
and transceiver (Si472x) for sharing
songs, transmitting voice commands,
RDS and music to in-car stereos
The industry’s best performing, most highly integrated FM
transmit and receive device in a single, small footprint;
achieves regulatory transmit output limits more reliably
and at lower distortion levels than any competitor
PRECISION PROCESSING
C8051F9xx
Ultra Low-Power
MCU
Industry’s lowest active and sleep mode current
consumption with operation down to 0.9 V;
capacitive sensing versions also available
Single cell operation and extended
battery life
I/O COMMUNICATIONS AND SUPPORT
CP2400 LCD Controller
Low power LCD controller, easily
interfaced with SPI or I2
C
Works efficiently with the MCU to reduce
system size and power consumption
CP210x
USB to UART
Bridge Device
Single-chip bridge converts data traffic
between USB and UART formats
Eliminates external devices;
free software drivers included
Si3000 Audio Codec
Highly integrated, voice codec; direct
interface to Si24xx modems
Create a modular architecture that can
be readily expanded and changed
HUMAN-MACHINE INTERFACE
Si11xx
Infrared Proximity
Sensor ICs
Industry’s most sensitive active infrared
proximity sensor IC to enable touchless
human interface applications
Implement extended range infrared motion
sensing with unusually low power levels
19. AUTOMOTIVE APPLICATIONS GUIDE / 18
Human-Machine Interfaces - Controls, Displays, Driver Feedback
Silicon Labs C8051F7xx/99x MCUs offer the best capacitive touch sense solutions in the automotive market. The C8051F99x has
ultra low standby power for fast system wakeup and keyless functions essential in odometer and gas gauge reading (especially
in rental cars) and infotainment. The Si114x, used for proximity and ALS, facilitates back-lighting control and motion/gesture
recognition when driving two or three infrared LEDs. The CP240x drives the LCD display for easy readability.
PRODUCT DESCRIPTION SILICON LABS SOLUTIONS CUSTOMER BENEFITS
AUTOMOTIVE QUALIFIED MCUs
C8051F5xx Automotive MCU
AEC-Q100 qualified, with
temperature operation up to 125 °C
Small packages, enables full operational
specification across the entire automotive voltage
and temperature range with no design trade-offs
HUMAN-MACHINE INTERFACE
Si114x
Proximity and Ambient
Light Sensor
Low power proximity detection
and ambient light sensing
Senses an individual’s presence with up to 3 LEDs and can
control power to the LCD display and backlight; Capable
of advanced motion sensing with a range of up to 15 cm
while ensuring the lowest possible current consumption
C8051F7xx/99x Capacitive Sense MCU
Low power MCU with capacitive
sensing, wake-on-touch,
and LED lighting control
Enables stylish and differentiated
user interfaces
I/O AND COMMUNICATION SUPPORT
CP210x
USB to UART
Bridge Device
Single-chip bridge converts
data traffic between USB
and UART formats
Eliminates external devices;
free software drivers included
CP240x LCD Controller
Low power LCD controller, easily
interfaced with SPI or I2
C
Works efficiently with the MCU to reduce
system size and power consumption
HMI:CENTERSTACK
Video Scaler
LCD Graphics
Driver
Video Scaler
LCD Graphics
Driver
IR and Ambient Light Port
LCD Touch Screen
Camera
SPI
LED
Driver
LED
Driver
CP210x
USB to
UART
Bridge
CP210x
USB to
UART
Bridge
BCMBCM
CAN
C8051F99x
Capacitive
Touch Sense
MCU
C8051F99x
Capacitive
Touch Sense
MCU
I2
C
HVAC Control Buttons
Slider
Buttons
Wheel
Audio Control
IR
Backlight
Motion
IR IR
C8051F7xx
Capacitive
Touch Sense
MCU
C8051F7xx
Capacitive
Touch Sense
MCU
Center
Stack/
Infotainment
C8051F5xx
MCU
Center
Stack/
Infotainment
C8051F5xx
MCU
Si114x
Proximity
and Ambient
Light Sensor
Si114x
Proximity
and Ambient
Light Sensor
CP240x
LCD Display
Driver
CP240x
LCD Display
Driver
LED Backlights/
Haptic Feedback
C8051F7xx
Capacitive
Touch Sense
MCU
C8051F7xx
Capacitive
Touch Sense
MCU
Navigation
LCD Display
Video
MUX
Video
MUX
PWM
20. 19 / INFOTAINMENT DRIVER INFORMATION
Tire Pressure Monitor
Tire pressure monitoring systems (TPMS), required in the US and increasingly elsewhere, demand a high-performance, frequency
hopping receiver such as Silicon Labs’ Si4xxx EZRadioPRO®
that can be shared with RKE/PKE access systems. The wheel
component of TPMS monitors the pressure and temperature every few seconds and transmits the data over RF frequency. The
monitoring is typically done in short bursts every few seconds to save battery life. The tire module batteries are rated at 85 °C max
and are expected to last 7-10 years in the application. Most of the time, batteries are sealed into the TPMS module and cannot be
replaced. Coupled with an RF transmitter and pressure sensor, Silicon Labs’ C8051F99x with RTC wake-up is the lowest power
solution available. An alternate option is the Si401x, which integrates the MCU and TX functions in a single chip.
TIREPRESSUREMONITORSYSTEM-TPMS
TPMS Transmitter
Or
TX Antenna
TX Antenna
Pressure SensorPressure Sensor
RX
Antenna
Combined RKE /
TPMS Receiver
EZRadioPRO
Si4xxx RF
Receiver
EZRadioPRO
Si4xxx RF
Receiver
C8051F5xx
MCU
C8051F5xx
MCU
RX
Antenna
Body Control
Module
Body Control
Module
CAN or LIN
Display
RF
Transmitter
RF
Transmitter
Optional Battery
or Energy Harvester
Optional Battery
or Energy Harvester
C8051F98x
Low Power MCU
with RTC Wake Up
C8051F98x
Low Power MCU
with RTC Wake Up
Optional
Accelerometer
Optional
Accelerometer
Optional Battery
or Energy Harvester
Optional Battery
or Energy Harvester
Optional
Accelerometer
Optional
Accelerometer
Optional LF RXOptional LF RX
Si4010
MCU, Memory,
OSC + RF Transmitter
Si4010
MCU, Memory,
OSC + RF Transmitter
Pressure SensorPressure Sensor
Tires Cabin
RX
Antenna
Optional LF RXOptional LF RX
PRODUCT DESCRIPTION SILICON LABS SOLUTIONS CUSTOMER BENEFITS
PRECISION-AUTOMOTIVE PROCESSING
C8051F5xx
Fully integrated mixed-
signal system-on-a-chip
MCU
On-board oscillator (±0.5%) with clock
multiplier, integrated flash, 12-bit analog,
CAN, 125 °C, AEC-Q100 qualified
Few external components, wide
temperature range and voltage
operating range
C8051F98x
Ultra Low-Power
MCU
Industry’s lowest active and sleep
mode current consumption with
operation down to 0.9 V; capacitive
sensing versions also available
Single cell operation and extended
battery life; very low power
standby with wakeup and RTC
WIRELESS RANGE ROBUSTNESS
Si4xxx
EZRadio/EZRadioPRO
RF ISM Receiver
High sensitivity, minimal external
components, automatic antenna tuning
Low power consumption,
robust radio links
Si4010
EZRadio
RF Transmitter
Single-chip remote control IC, embedded
MCU, crystal-less design, AEC-Q100 qualified
Simpler design, shorter design
cycles than traditional solutions
21. AUTOMOTIVE APPLICATIONS GUIDE / 20
Back-Up Camera (Rearview Video, Parking Assistance System)
Rear vision systems are a rapidly growing safety related application that will be accelerated to 100% in the US if proposed
legislation is passed, requiring MY2014 vehicles to be in compliance.
Silicon Labs’ C8051F5xx automotive MCU solutions have the right balance of functionality, size and cost for this application. The
MCU is the central controller, interfacing via CAN or LIN (without an external oscillator) to the body control module (BCM). The
C8051F5xx MCU enables the camera when the vehicle is shifted in reverse, and can then transmit steering angle position (see page
12) for dynamic visual overlay guides calculated by the image processor.
BACK-UPCAMERA/PARKINGASSIST
V batt +12 V
(OR +24 V)
CAN or LIN
SPI
I2C
NTSC / PAL / S VIDEO
PRNDL
Reverse
Switch
PRNDL
Reverse
Switch
Steering
Wheel Angle
Sense*
Steering
Wheel Angle
Sense*
BCMBCM
CAN or LIN
PHY
CAN or LIN
PHY
C8051F5xx
MCU w/
Internal OSC
C8051F5xx
MCU w/
Internal OSC
VREGVREG
Overlay
FLASH
Overlay
FLASH
Image
Processor
Camera
Lens
System
Display
Camera
PRODUCT DESCRIPTION SILICON LABS SOLUTIONS CUSTOMER BENEFITS
PRECISION-AUTOMOTIVE PROCESSING
C8051F5xx
Fully integrated mixed-
signal system-on-a-chip
MCU
On-board oscillator (±0.5%) with clock
multiplier, integrated flash, 12-bit analog,
CAN,125 °C., AEC-Q100 qualified
Few external components, wide
temperature range and voltage
operating range
* See page 14 for Silicon Labs solutions for Steering Angle Measurement using the C8051F5xx automotive MCU and the Si11xx QuickSense Infrared
Proximity Sensor ICs
22. 21 / POWER, ISOL ATION MOTOR CONTROL
Power, Isolation and Motor Control Applications
REQUEST SAMPLES AND DOWNLOAD DOCUMENTATION AT: www.silabs.com/automotive-isolation
Small motors (less than 300 W) are found in a variety of automotive
applications, including seat control, power window lift and more. High-
voltage applications, such as HVAC motors, inverters and high-voltage
brushless designs require reliable isolation to protect both vehicle
occupants and equipment.
Our products are designed to reduce system and manufacturing cost while maintaining safety and reliability.
Our lower power, higher performance, mixed-signal processing and highly integrated solutions gives
customers a head start in their development process.
Silicon Labs’ AEC-Q100 qualified microcontrollers and digital isolator products offer outstanding mixed-
signal capabilities and integration, making them ideal for battery management and motor control
applications. Silicon Labs’ motor control reference designs provide complete system solutions for all of
the popular small motor types (dc, brushless dc and stepper motors), speeding time to market and reducing
development costs.
CAN PHY
Transceiver
CAN PHY
Transceiver
Si84xx
Digital
Isolators
Si84xx
Digital
Isolators
C8051F5xx
Automotive
MCU
C8051F5xx
Automotive
MCU
BMSBMS
+
–
+
–
+
–
+
–
BATTERYPACKMODULE
COMMUNICATION
23. AUTOMOTIVE APPLICATIONS GUIDE / 22
PRODUCT DESCRIPTION SILICON LABS SOLUTIONS CUSTOMER BENEFITS
PRECISION PROCESSING
C8051F5xx Automotive MCU
AEC-Q100 qualified, with temperature
operation up to 125 °C
Small packages, enables full
operational specification across the entire
automotive voltage and temperature
range with no design trade-offs
RELIABLE, SAFE AND EFFECTIVE ISOLATION AND POWER
Si84xx Digital Isolator
2.5 and 5.0 kVrms isolators with 10x higher
reliability than optos. Data rates from dc to
150 Mbps, AEC-Q100 qualified
Safety certified, single package digital
isolator (1-6 ch/pkg); smaller, faster, more
reliable and lower power than optocouplers
Battery Management / High Voltage Domain
Pairing a C8051F5xx MCU and Si84xx digital isolator is well-suited to eliminate ground loops that are present in automotive CAN
and LIN networks. These solutions are ideal for applications in electrically noisy environments.
Battery Module 1 Battery Module 2
HV Battery Pack
Battery Module n
Cells Cells Cells
200-400 VDC External CAN
Local CAN or I2
C
CAN
PHY
CAN
PHY
CAN
PHY
CAN
PHY
Isolated DC-DCIsolated DC-DC Isolated DC-DCIsolated DC-DC Isolated DC-DCIsolated DC-DC
Pack Cooling/
Heating
Pack Cooling/
Heating
Temp
Sensors
Temp
Sensors
Main HV
Switch
Main HV
Switch
BCM
Battery Charge, Balance,
VMon, Temp
BCM
Battery Charge, Balance,
VMon, Temp
BCM
Battery Charge, Balance,
VMon, Temp
BCM
Battery Charge, Balance,
VMon, Temp
BCM
Battery Charge, Balance,
VMon, Temp
BCM
Battery Charge, Balance,
VMon, Temp
Battery Pack Master
Control MCU
C8051F5xx
Battery Pack Master
Control MCU
C8051F5xx
MCU
C8051F5xx
MCU
C8051F5xx
MCU
C8051F5xx
MCU
C8051F5xx
MCU
C8051F5xx
MCU
C8051F5xx
Si84xx
Digital Isolator
Si84xx
Digital Isolator
Si84xx
Digital Isolator
Si84xx
Digital Isolator
Si84xx
Digital Isolator
Si84xx
Digital Isolator
CAN
I2
C
CAN
PHY
CAN
PHY
BATTERYMANAGEMENT/HIGHVOLTAGEDOMAIN
24. 23 / POWER, ISOL ATION MOTOR CONTROL
Hybrid Electric Car
Hybrid Electric Vehicles utilize a battery system that works in conjunction with an electric motor drive system to power the
automobile. Silicon Labs’ multi-channel isolators, isolated gate drivers and isolated current sensors provide higher levels of
integration when compared to traditional digital optocouplers and optocoupler plus gate driver solutions.
HYBRIDELECTRICVEHICLE(HEV)
Si84xx
Digital
Isolator
Si84xx
Digital
Isolator
Si822x/823x
ISOdriver
Si822x/823x
ISOdriver
Inverter Assembly
Battery
ECU
Inverter
Boost
Converter
A/C Inverter
DC/DC
Converter
HV BatteryHV Battery
A/C Electric
Compressor
Inverter
A/C Electric
Compressor
Inverter
Analog
Isolator
Analog
Isolator
Analog
Isolator
Analog
Isolator
Temp
Sensor
Front
Wheels
Drive Train
Transaxle
Temp
Sensor
Si822x/823x
ISOdriver
Si822x/823x
ISOdriver
Si84xx
Digital
Isolator
Si84xx
Digital
Isolator
Aux BatteryAux Battery
High Voltage Electronic Control Unit (HVECU)High Voltage Electronic Control Unit (HVECU)
C8051F5xx
Automotive MCU
C8051F5xx
Automotive MCU
Si85xx
AC Current
Sensor
Si85xx
AC Current
Sensor
ECM
Si84xx
Digital
Isolator
Si84xx
Digital
Isolator
EngineEngineMG2MG2
MG1MG1
Si84xx
Digital
Isolator
Si84xx
Digital
Isolator
C8051F5xx
MCU
C8051F5xx
MCU
Si84xx
Digital
Isolator
Si84xx
Digital
Isolator
C8051F5xx
MCU
C8051F5xx
MCU
Si84xx
Digital
Isolator
Si84xx
Digital
Isolator
C8051F5xx
MCU
C8051F5xx
MCU
Si84xx
Digital
Isolator
Si84xx
Digital
Isolator
C8051F5xx
MCU
C8051F5xx
MCU
PRODUCT DESCRIPTION SILICON LABS SOLUTIONS CUSTOMER BENEFITS
RELIABLE, SAFE AND EFFECTIVE ISOLATION AND POWER
Si84xx Digital Isolator
2.5 and 5.0 kVrms isolators with 10x
higher reliability than optos. Data rates
from dc to 150 Mbps, AEC-Q100 qualified
Safety certified, single package digital
isolator (1-6 ch/pkg). Smaller, faster,
more reliable and lower power
than optocouplers
Si822x/823x
ISOdriver Isolated
Gate Driver
Isolated gate drivers in 0.5 A and 4.0 A
peak output current ratings. 2.5 and
5.0 kVrms isolation, AEC-Q100 qualified
Minimum space, single package gate driver
solution; programmable dead time,
latch-free level shifting DC working voltages
up to 1 kV, 60 nS propagation time;
more reliable than HVIC drivers
PRECISION-AUTOMOTIVE PROCESSING
C8051F5xx
Automotive
Microcontroller
On-board oscillator (±0.5%) with
clock multiplier, integrated flash,
12-bit analog, CAN, 125 °C,
AEC-Q100 qualified
Few external components, wide
temperature range and voltage
operating range
SENSORS
Si85xx AC Current Sensor
High frequency (50 kHz to 1
MHz) tiny CMOS replacement for
current sense transformer
Single package CMOS ac current sensor with
2 V full-scale output, signal conditioning
and 5% pf measurement accuracy
25. AUTOMOTIVE APPLICATIONS GUIDE / 24
Stepper Motor
Stepper motors are used when accurate positioning is required. Controlling the position of a stepper motor is achieved by
energizing stator windings that allow the stator to align with permanent magnets mounted on the rotor. The MCU controls the
sequence of pulses that are applied to the windings to control speed and direction.
CAN2.0B
Communications
Position Drivers
Feedback
LV HV
HV DC
Stepper
Motor
C8051F5xx
MCU
C8051F5xx
MCU
Si822x/823x
ISOdrivers
Si822x/823x
ISOdrivers
Linear
Isolator
Linear
Isolator
Voltage
and Current
Sensor
Voltage
and Current
Sensor
STEPPERMOTOR
PRODUCT DESCRIPTION SILICON LABS SOLUTIONS CUSTOMER BENEFITS
RELIABLE, SAFE AND EFFECTIVE ISOLATION AND POWER
Si822x/823x
ISOdriver Isolated
Gate Driver
Isolated gate drivers in 0.5 A and 4.0 A
peak output current ratings.
2.5 and 5.0 kVrms isolation
Minimum space, single package gate driver
solution; programmable dead time,latch-free
level shifting DC working voltages up to 1 kV, 60 nS
propagation time; more reliable than HVIC drivers
PRECISION PROCESSING
C8051F5xx
Fully integrated mixed-
signal system-on-a-chip
MCU
AEC-Q100 qualified,
on-board oscillator (±0.5%) with
clock multiplier, integrated flash,
12-bit analog, CAN, 125 °C.
Few external components, wide
temperature range and voltage
operating range
26. 25 / POWER, ISOL ATION MOTOR CONTROL
Brushed and BLDC Motor
BLDC motors are popular as their current-to-torque and voltage-to-speed relationships are linear. Brushless dc motors have the
advantage of electronic commutation and do not require brush maintenance typical of mechanically commutated motors. The MCU
generates gate drive signals and the on-chip analog-to-digital converter is used to measure feedback from voltage, current and
position sensors.
BRUSHEDANDBLDCMOTOR
CAN2.0B
Communications
Gate
Control
Protection Circuits
BDLC
Motor Rotor
Stator
LV HV DC
C8051F5xx
MCU
C8051F5xx
MCU
Si822x/823x
ISOdrivers
Si822x/823x
ISOdrivers
Position
Detector
Position
Detector
Commutator
Switches
(IGBT)
Commutator
Switches
(IGBT)
Si84xx
Digital
Isolators
Si84xx
Digital
Isolators
Si850x/1x
AC Current
Sensor
Si850x/1x
AC Current
Sensor
PRODUCT DESCRIPTION SILICON LABS SOLUTIONS CUSTOMER BENEFITS
RELIABLE, SAFE AND EFFECTIVE ISOLATION AND POWER
Si84xx Digital Isolator
2.5 and 5.0 kVrms isolators with 10x
higher reliability than optos. Data rates
from dc to 150 Mbps, AEC-Q100 qualified
Safety certified, single package digital isolator
(1-6 ch/pkg) smaller, faster, more reliable and
lower power than optocouplers
Si822x/823x
ISOdriver Isolated
Gate Driver
Isolated gate drivers in 0.5 A and 4.0 A
peak output current ratings.
2.5 and 5.0 kVrms isolation,
AEC-Q100 qualified
Minimum space, single package gate driver
solution; programmable dead time,
latch-free level shifting dc working voltages
up to 1 kV, 60 ns propagation time;
more reliable than HVIC drivers
PRECISION PROCESSING
C8051F5xx
Fully integrated mixed-
signal system-on-a-chip
MCU
On-board oscillator (±0.5%) with
clock multiplier, integrated flash,
12-bit analog, CAN, 125 °C,
AEC-Q100 qualified
Few external components, wide
temperature range and voltage
operating range
SENSORS
Si850x/1x
Isolated
AC Current Sensor
High frequency (50 kHz to 1 MHz) tiny
CMOS replacement for current sense
transformer, AEC-Q100 qualified
Single package CMOS ac current sensor
with 2 V full-scale output, signal conditioning
and 5% of measurement accuracy,
4 mm x 4 mm x 1 mm package
27. AUTOMOTIVE APPLICATIONS GUIDE / 26
AC Induction Motor
The ac induction motor is very popular in industrial and consumer applications because of its reliability and low cost. AC
induction motors require three PWM signals with sine wave modulation. These signals are generated by the microcontroller.
This example circuit uses a three-phase transistor bridge to drive an ac induction motor.
Gate
Control
ACINDUCTIONMOTOR
CAN2.0B
Communications
Inverter
Voltage and Current Feedback
HV
DC
C8051F5xx
MCU
C8051F5xx
MCU
Si822x/823x
ISOdrivers
Si822x/823x
ISOdrivers
Si84xx
Digital
Isolators
Si84xx
Digital
Isolators
Position
Detector
Position
Detector
ßF
AC
Induction
Motor
PRODUCT DESCRIPTION SILICON LABS SOLUTIONS CUSTOMER BENEFITS
RELIABLE, SAFE AND EFFECTIVE ISOLATION AND POWER
Si84xx Digital Isolator
2.5 and 5.0 kV rms isolators with 10x
higher reliability than optos. Data rates
from dc to 150 Mbps, AEC-Q100 qualified
Safety certified, single package digital isolator
(1-6 ch/pkg) smaller, faster, more reliable and
lower power than optocouplers
Si822x/823x
ISOdriver
Isolated
Gate Driver
Isolated gate drivers in 0.5 A and 4.0 A
peak output current ratings.
2.5 and 5.0 kVrms isolation,
AEC-Q100 qualified
Minimum space, single package gate driver
solution; programmable dead time,
latch-free level shifting DC working voltages
up to 1 kV, 60 nS propagation time;
more reliable than HVIC drivers
PRECISION PROCESSING
C8051F5xx
Fully integrated mixed-
signal system-on-a-chip
MCU
On-board oscillator (±0.5%) with
clock multiplier, integrated flash,
12-bit analog, CAN, 125 °C,
AEC-Q100 qualified
Few external components, wide
temperature range and voltage
operating range
28. 27 / PRODUCT SELECTOR
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PART
NUMBER
FLASH
MEMORY
MIPS
(PEAK)
RAM
(BYTES)
DIG.
I/O
COMMUNICATIONS
TIMERS
(16-BIT)
PWM/
PCA
INTERNAL
OSC
ADC
TEMP
SENSOR
VREF COMP. OTHER PACKAGE DEV KIT
C8051F930 64 kB 25 4352 24 EMIF, I2
C,
2 x SPI, UART 4 6 ±2% 10-bit, 23-ch.,
300 ksps • • 2 170 μA/MHz active
50 nA sleep
QFN32/
LQFP32 C8051F930DK
C8051F931 64 kB 25 4352 16 I2
C, 2 x SPI,
UART 4 6 ±2% 10-bit, 15-ch.,
300 ksps • • 2 170 μA/MHz active
50 nA sleep QFN24 C8051F930DK
C8051F920 32 kB 25 4352 24 EMIF, I2
C,
2 x SPI, UART 4 6 ±2% 10-bit, 23-ch.,
300 ksps • • 2 170 μA/MHz active
50 nA sleep
QFN32/
LQFP32 C8051F930DK
C8051F921 32 kB 25 4352 16 I2
C, 2 x SPI,
UART 4 6 ±2% 10-bit, 15-ch.,
300 ksps • • 2 170 μA/MHz active
50 nA sleep QFN24 C8051F930DK
C8051F911 16 kB 25 768 16 I2
C, 2 x SPI,
UART 4 6 ±2% 10-bit, 15-ch.,
300 ksps • • 2 160 μA/MHz active
50 nA sleep
QFN24/
SOIC24 C8051F912DK
C8051F912 16 kB 25 768 16 I2
C, 2 x SPI,
UART 4 6 ±2% 12-bit, 15-ch.,
75 ksps • • 2 160 μA/MHz active
10 nA sleep
QFN24/
SOIC24 C8051F912DK
C8051F901 8 kB 25 768 16 I2
C, 2 x SPI,
UART 4 6 ±2% 10-bit, 15-ch.,
300 ksps • • 2 160 μA/MHz active
50 nA sleep
QFN24/
SOIC24 C8051F912DK
C8051F902 8 kB 25 768 16 I2
C, 2 x SPI,
UART 4 6 ±2% 12-bit, 15-ch.,
75 ksps • • 2 160 μA/MHz active
10 nA sleep
QFN24/
SOIC24 C8051F912DK
C8051F980 8 kB 25 512 16 I2
C, SPI, UART 4 3 ±2% 12-bit • • 1 160 μA/MHz active
10 nA sleep QFN20 C8051F996DK
C8051F981 8 kB 25 512 16 I2
C, SPI, UART 4 3 ±2% • • 1 150 μA/MHz active
10 nA sleep QFN20 C8051F996DK
C8051F986 8 kB 25 512 17 I2
C, SPI, UART 4 3 ±2% 12-bit • • 1 150 μA/MHz active
10 nA sleep
QFN24/
QSOP24 C8051F996DK
C8051F987 8 kB 25 512 17 I2
C, SPI, UART 4 3 ±2% • • 1 150 μA/MHz active
10 nA sleep
QFN24/
QSOP24 C8051F996DK
C8051F982 4 kB 25 512 16 I2
C, SPI, UART 4 3 ±2% 10-bit • • 1 150 μA/MHz active
10 nA sleep QFN20 C8051F996DK
C8051F983 4 kB 25 512 16 I2
C, SPI, UART 4 3 ±2% • • 1 150 μA/MHz active
10 nA sleep QFN20 C8051F996DK
C8051F988 4 kB 25 512 17 I2
C, SPI, UART 4 3 ±2% 10-bit • • 1 150 μA/MHz active
10 nA sleep
QFN24/
QSOP24 C8051F996DK
C8051F989 4 kB 25 512 17 I2
C, SPI, UART 4 3 ±2% • • 1 150 μA/MHz active
10 nA sleep
QFN24/
QSOP24 C8051F996DK
C8051F985 2 kB 25 512 16 I2
C, SPI, UART 4 3 ±2% • • 1 150 μA/MHz active
10 nA sleep QFN20 C8051F996DK
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PART
NUMBER
FLASH
MEMORY
MIPS
(PEAK)
RAM
(BYTES)
DIG. I/O COMMUNICATIONS
TIMERS
(16-BIT)
PWM/PCA
INTERNAL
OSC
ADC
TEMP
SENSOR
VREF COMP. OTHER PACKAGE DEV KIT
C8051F580 128 kB 50 8448 40
CAN2.0,I2
C
LIN2.1,SPI,2xUART
6 2x6 ±0.5%
12-bit, 32-ch.,
200 ksps
• • 3
–40 to 125 ºC,
Volt. Reg.
QFP48/
QFN48
C8051F580DK
C8051F581 128 kB 50 8448 40 I2
C,SPI,2xUART 6 2x6 ±0.5%
12-bit, 32-ch.,
200 ksps
• • 3
–40 to 125 ºC,
Volt. Reg.
QFP48/
QFN48
C8051F580DK
C8051F582 128 kB 50 8448 25
CAN2.0,I2
C
LIN2.1,SPI,2xUART
6 2x6 ±0.5%
12-bit, 25-ch.,
200 ksps
• • 3
–40 to 125 ºC,
Volt. Reg.
QFP32/
QFN32
C8051F580DK
C8051F583 128 kB 50 8448 25 I2
C,SPI,2xUART 6 2x6 ±0.5%
12-bit, 25-ch.,
200 ksps
• • 3
–40 to 125 ºC,
Volt. Reg.
QFP32/
QFN32
C8051F580DK
C8051F588 128 kB 50 8448 33
CAN2.0,I2
C
LIN2.1,SPI,2xUART
6 2x6 ±0.5%
12-bit, 32-ch.,
200 ksps
• • 3
–40 to 125 ºC,
Volt. Reg.
QFN40 C8051F580DK
C8051F589 128 kB 50 8448 33 I2
C,SPI,2xUART 6 2x6 ±0.5%
12-bit, 32-ch.,
200 ksps
• • 3
–40 to 125 ºC,
Volt. Reg.
QFN40 C8051F580DK
C8051F584 96 kB 50 8448 40
CAN2.0,I2
C
LIN2.1,SPI,2xUART
6 2x6 ±0.5%
12-bit, 32-ch.,
200 ksps
• • 3
–40 to 125 ºC,
Volt. Reg.
QFP48/
QFN48
C8051F580DK
C8051F585 96 kB 50 8448 40 I2
C,SPI,2xUART 6 2x6 ±0.5%
12-bit, 32-ch.,
200 ksps
• • 3
–40 to 125 ºC,
Volt. Reg.
QFP48/
QFN48
C8051F580DK
C8051F586 96 kB 50 8448 25
CAN2.0,I2
C
LIN2.1,SPI,2xUART
6 2x6 ±0.5%
12-bit, 25-ch.,
200 ksps
• • 3
–40 to 125 ºC,
Volt. Reg.
QFP32/
QFN32
C8051F580DK
C8051F587 96 kB 50 8448 25 I2
C,SPI,2xUART 6 2x6 ±0.5%
12-bit, 25-ch.,
200 ksps
• • 3
–40 to 125 ºC,
Volt. Reg.
QFP32/
QFN32
C8051F580DK
C8051F590 96 kB 50 8448 33
CAN2.0,I2
C
LIN2.1,SPI,2xUART
6 2x6 ±0.5%
12-bit, 32-ch.,
200 ksps
• • 3
–40 to 125 ºC,
Volt. Reg.
QFN40 C8051F580DK
C8051F591 96 kB 50 8448 33 I2
C,SPI,2xUART 6 2x6 ±0.5%
12-bit, 32-ch.,
200 ksps
• • 3
–40 to 125 ºC,
Volt. Reg.
QFN40 C8051F580DK
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