Explorer 16/32 Development Board A Perfect Platform for Discovering the Full Capabilities of PIC MCUs and dsPIC DSCs Summary The Explorer 16/32 Development Board is a flexible development system for Microchips 16-bit and 32-bit PIC microcontrollers. It is a refreshed and cost-effective version of Explorer 16 Development Board (DM240001) with several new features. This board supports devices from the PIC24 and PIC32 MCU families and dsPIC DSC families as Processor Plug-In Modules (PIMs), allowing you to develop various applications quickly. The Explorer 16/32 Development Board provides a perfect platform to prototype applications using several function expansion capabilities through its wide ecosystem support. The board can be a starting point for all your embedded projects by developing a rapid proof of concept before migrating to actual design. Flexible Convenient Ready to Start Key Features 100-pin plug-in module socket 16-bit PIC24 32-bit Enhanced Integrated PICkit-On-Board (PKOB) MCUs and PIC32 MCUs Features Programmer/Debugger dsPIC DSCs MPLAB ICD3 and MPLAB REAL ICE In-Circuit Debugger/Programmer support for advanced operations Larger Backwards Multiple power options Ecosystem Compatible USB power for convenience 915V DC supply for higher power requirement Communication Backwards Compatibility USB host/device support The new Explorer 16/32 Development Board is backwards 2 Serial (UART/I C) communication via on-board compatible with the classic Explorer 16 Development Board USB-serial bridge in using existing codes, libraries, prototypes, PIMs and Wide ecosystem with mikroBUS, PICtail Plus and all the PICtail Plus daughter cards interfaced via the side Pmod interfaces PICtail Plus connector. Reuse the PICtail Plus daughter Alphanumeric LCD, push buttons, LEDs, potentiometer, cards interfaced via the vertical PICtail Plus connector by temperature sensor, debug connectors and more using an additional PICtail Plus Expansion Board. Whats New in the Explorer 16/32 Development Board Classic Explorer 16 New Explorer 16/32 Development Board Development Board Device Families Supported Via PIMs PIC24, dsPIC DSC, PIC32 PIC24, dsPIC DSC, PIC32 915V DC Power Supply Support PICkit 3, MPLAB ICD3 and MPLAB REAL ICE In-Circuit Programmer/Debugger Support LCD, User LEDs, Push Buttons, Potentiometer, Temperature Sensor (Using optional PICtail PICtail Plus Daughter Cards Plus Expansion Board) USB Power Support Integrated PICkit-On-Board Programmer/Debugger On-Board USB for Application On-Board USB to Serial Communication Bridge Current Measurement Capability mikroBUS Interface and Pmod Footprint Wide Ecosystem for All Your Application Needs The Explorer 16/32 Development Board provides a complete platform for all you embedded design. Designed to expand its capabilities as your needs grow, it can be operated as an all-in-one development platform or it can be customized to suit your specific needs. This can be achieved with the boards wide ecosystem support that offer a variety of options for function expansion. Plug-In Modules PICtail Plus Daughter CardsPICtail Plus Daughter Cards Choose PIMs supporting over 45 families of 16-bit MCUs and DSCs and 32-bit MCUs to explore the innovative features of the device you are interested in. For more information, please visit Microchip offerMicrochip offerMicrochip offerMicrochip offerMicrochip offers a range of complementars a range of complementars a range of complementars a range of complementars a range of complementary products y products y products y products y products www.microchip.com/PIMs. using over 50 PICtail Plus Daughter Cards directly via the side PICtail Plus connector or the vertical Add-On Boards via mikroBUS Interface PICtail Plus Connector with the additional PICtail Plus Expansion Board (AC240100). Add new functionality such as communication, graphics, audio, biometric sensor, machine-to-machine and more to your prototype. For more information, please visit www.microchip.com/PictailPlusCards. Add new functionality using MikroElektronikas mikroBus Extensive Libraries and Code Examples connector. Interface with hundreds of plug-and- The Explorer 16/32 Development Board is supported by play Click boards supporting a range of functions. an extensive array of software libraries and code examples Explore the options at www.mikroe.com/click and for quickly starting your design. www.mikroe.com/mikrobus. Get Started with the Explorer 16/32 Development Platform Explorer 16/32 Development Board with Explorer 16/32 Development Board (DM240001-2) PIC24FJ1024GB610 PIM (DM240001-3) Get the development board and choose from a wide This kit provides everything variety of PIMs available at you need to get started with www.microchip.com/PIMs. This evaluation and prototype right option also serves well when away. The kit contains: migrating from the classic Explorer Explorer 16/32 16 Development Board, while the Development Board necessary accessories like PIMs and cables are already PIC24FJ1024GB610 PIM available. For more information this development board, 16-bit PIC24F superset device with USB interface and visit www.microchip.com/Explorer1632Board. 1 MB Flash and 32 KB RAM Two USB cables (Type-C and micro-B cables) For more information, visit www.microchip.com/Explorer1632. PICtail Plus Expansion Board (AC240100) Connect vertical PICtail Plus Daughter Cards to the Explorer 16/32 Development Board using this PICtail Plus Expansion Board. This board also features a prototyping area and two mikroBUS interfaces. For more information, visit www.microchip.com/PICtailPlusExpansion. www.microchip.com/Explorer1632 Visit our web site for additional product information and to locate your local sales office. Microchip Technology Inc. 2355 W. Chandler Blvd. Chandler, AZ 85224-6199 The Microchip name and logo, the Microchip logo and dsPIC, MPLAB and PIC are registered trademarks and PICkit, PICtail and REAL ICE are trademarks of Microchip Technology Incorporated in the U.S.A. and other countries. All other trademarks mentioned herein are property of their respective companies. 2016, Microchip Technology Incorporated. All Rights Reserved. Printed in the U.S.A. 7/16 DS40001854A