The ATMEGA325-16AU is a microcontroller manufactured by Atmel (now part of Microchip Technology). It belongs to the ATmega family, which is a series of 8-bit AVR microcontrollers.
Packaging Information:
The ATMEGA325-16AU typically comes in the TQFP (Thin Quad Flat Package) package, with 44 pins. It is designed to be mounted on a printed circuit board (PCB) and has a relatively compact form factor.
Pinout Overview:
The ATMEGA325-16AU has 44 pins, with the following key pin functions:
Pin Number Pin Name Pin Function Description 1 VCC Power supply (positive voltage) 2 GND Ground (negative voltage) 3 Port A (PA0) General-purpose I/O (input/output) pin 4 Port A (PA1) General-purpose I/O pin 5 Port A (PA2) General-purpose I/O pin 6 Port A (PA3) General-purpose I/O pin 7 Port A (PA4) General-purpose I/O pin 8 Port A (PA5) General-purpose I/O pin 9 Port A (PA6) General-purpose I/O pin 10 Port A (PA7) General-purpose I/O pin 11 Port B (PB0) General-purpose I/O pin 12 Port B (PB1) General-purpose I/O pin 13 Port B (PB2) General-purpose I/O pin 14 Port B (PB3) General-purpose I/O pin 15 Port B (PB4) General-purpose I/O pin 16 Port B (PB5) General-purpose I/O pin 17 Port C (PC0) General-purpose I/O pin 18 Port C (PC1) General-purpose I/O pin 19 Port C (PC2) General-purpose I/O pin 20 Port C (PC3) General-purpose I/O pin 21 Port C (PC4) General-purpose I/O pin 22 Port C (PC5) General-purpose I/O pin 23 Port D (PD0) General-purpose I/O pin 24 Port D (PD1) General-purpose I/O pin 25 Port D (PD2) General-purpose I/O pin 26 Port D (PD3) General-purpose I/O pin 27 Port D (PD4) General-purpose I/O pin 28 Port D (PD5) General-purpose I/O pin 29 Port D (PD6) General-purpose I/O pin 30 Port D (PD7) General-purpose I/O pin 31 RESET Reset input pin 32 XTAL1 Crystal oscillator input 33 XTAL2 Crystal oscillator output 34 AVCC Analog power supply pin 35 AREF Analog reference pin 36 GND Ground 37 VCC Power supply 38 TOSC1 Time oscillator input 39 TOSC2 Time oscillator output 40 RXD0 USART data receive pin 41 TXD0 USART data transmit pin 42 SCK Serial clock pin 43 MISO Master In Slave Out 44 MOSI Master Out Slave InThis detailed table lists the function of each pin in the 44-pin ATMEGA325-16AU microcontroller.
20 Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) about ATMEGA325-16AU
1. What is the voltage range for the ATMEGA325-16AU? The ATMEGA325-16AU operates with a voltage range from 2.7V to 5.5V. 2. What is the maximum clock speed of the ATMEGA325-16AU? The ATMEGA325-16AU can operate at a maximum clock speed of 16 MHz. 3. Does the ATMEGA325-16AU support external oscillators? Yes, the ATMEGA325-16AU supports external crystal oscillators through pins XTAL1 and XTAL2. 4. Can I use the ATMEGA325-16AU for ADC functions? Yes, the ATMEGA325-16AU has a built-in 10-bit ADC (Analog-to-Digital Converter) with up to 8 channels. 5. How many general-purpose I/O pins does the ATMEGA325-16AU have? The ATMEGA325-16AU has 32 general-purpose I/O pins, divided across Port A, Port B, Port C, and Port D. 6. Does the ATMEGA325-16AU support UART communication? Yes, the ATMEGA325-16AU supports UART communication through pins RXD0 and TXD0. 7. Can I use the ATMEGA325-16AU for PWM generation? Yes, the ATMEGA325-16AU supports PWM (Pulse Width Modulation) through certain pins, such as Port B and Port D. 8. How do I reset the ATMEGA325-16AU? The ATMEGA325-16AU has a dedicated RESET pin for resetting the device. 9. What is the purpose of the AREF pin? The AREF pin is used as the analog reference voltage for the ADC. 10. How do I connect the ATMEGA325-16AU to an external memory? External memory can be connected through the microcontroller’s address and data bus, but additional configuration is needed in the microcontroller’s firmware. 11. What is the maximum current rating for the I/O pins? The maximum current for each I/O pin is 40 mA, with a total current limit across all I/O pins. 12. Does the ATMEGA325-16AU have built-in EEPROM? Yes, the ATMEGA325-16AU includes a built-in EEPROM with 512 bytes of storage. 13. Can the ATMEGA325-16AU operate in sleep mode? Yes, the ATMEGA325-16AU supports several low-power sleep modes to save power during idle periods. 14. Does the ATMEGA325-16AU have internal timers? Yes, the ATMEGA325-16AU has three timers: Timer/Counter0, Timer/Counter1, and Timer/Counter2. 15. What is the role of the TOSC1 and TOSC2 pins? The TOSC1 and TOSC2 pins are used to connect to an external crystal oscillator for providing a precise time base. 16. Can the ATMEGA325-16AU interface with sensors? Yes, the ATMEGA325-16AU can interface with sensors through its analog-to-digital converter and general-purpose I/O pins. 17. What are the communication protocols supported by the ATMEGA325-16AU? The ATMEGA325-16AU supports USART, SPI, and I2C communication protocols. 18. What is the purpose of the AVCC pin? The AVCC pin is used to supply power to the analog circuitry, which is separate from the digital power supply. 19. Can I use the ATMEGA325-16AU for motor control? Yes, the ATMEGA325-16AU can be used for motor control, as it supports PWM output, which is essential for controlling motors. 20. Is there any protection for the I/O pins on the ATMEGA325-16AU? Yes, the ATMEGA325-16AU includes internal protection diodes for overvoltage and electrostatic discharge (ESD) protection.This document provides a detailed overview of the ATMEGA325-16AU, including its pin functions, FAQs, and specifications, giving you a clear understanding of the capabilities of this microcontroller.