Introduction; Key Features; Kit Contents - Texas Instruments SimpleLink Wi-Fi LaunchPad CC3235 Series User Manual

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Introduction

1.1 CC3235x LaunchPad™ Development Kit
Created for the Internet of Things (IoT), the SimpleLink™ Wi-Fi
microcontroller (MCU) with built-in Wi-Fi
high-performance Arm
device. With on-chip Wi-Fi
for fast development.
The CC3235 LaunchPad™ kit, referred to by its part number LAUNCHXL-CC3235x, is a low-cost
evaluation platform for Arm
Internet-on-a chip™ solution and Wi-Fi
and accelerometer sensors, programmable user buttons, RGB LED for custom applications, and onboard
emulation for debugging. The stackable headers of the CC3235 LaunchPad™ XL interface demonstrate
how easy it is to expand the functionality of the LaunchPad™ when interfacing with other peripherals on
many existing BoosterPack™ add-on boards, such as graphical displays, audio codecs, antenna selection,
environmental sensing, and more. There are two variants of the LaunchPad™: LAUNCHXL-CC3235S and
LAUNCHXL-CC3235SF. This user's guide applies to both variants, and any differences are noted in
relevant sections.
Multiple development environment tools are also available, including the Eclipse-based Code Composer
Studio™ (CCS) integrated development environment (IDE) and IAR Embedded Workbench
Instruments™. More information about the LaunchPad™, the supported BoosterPack™ modules, and the
available resources can be found at the LaunchPad™ portal from TI. Also, visit the CC3235 Wiki page for
design resources and example projects.
NOTE: The maximum RF power transmitted in each WLAN 2.4-GHz band is 18.3 dBm. The
maximum RF power transmitted in each WLAN 5-GHz band is 17 dBm.
The antennas used for this transmitter must be installed to provide a separation distance of
at least 20 cm from all people, and must not be colocated or operating in conjunction with
any other antenna or transmitter.
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Key Features

• CC3235x Dual Band (2.4GHz and 5GHz) SimpleLink™ Wi-Fi
integrated MCU
• 40-pin LaunchPad™ pinout that leverages the BoosterPack™ ecosystem
• on-board XDS110-based JTAG emulation with serial port for flash programming
• Two buttons and RGB LED for user interaction
• Back-channel universal asynchronous receiver/transmitter (UART) through USB to PC
• Onboard chip antenna with U.FL connector for conducted testing
• Onboard accelerometer and temperature sensor
• Micro USB connector for power and debug connections
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Kit Contents

• CC3235 LaunchPad™ development tool (LAUNCHXL-CC3235x)
• Micro USB cable
• Quick Start Guide
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connectivity for the LaunchPad™ ecosystem, which integrates a
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Cortex -M4 MCU and lets customers develop an entire application with one
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, Internet, and robust security protocols, no prior Wi-Fi
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Cortex -M4-based MCUs. The LaunchPad™ design highlights the CC3235
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capabilities. The CC3235 LaunchPad™ also features temperature
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