Connecting an increasing number of sensors and actuators is becoming more difficult for designers as the automotive industry advances to zonal architectures for in-vehicle networking. Conventional methods often rely on microcontrollers and custom software for every network node, which increases system complexity, raises costs, and lengthens development cycles.
In order to get around these challenges, Microchip Technology presents its LAN866x family of 10BASE-T1S endpoint devices with Remote Control Protocol (RCP), which allows Software Defined Vehicles (SDVs) and extends Ethernet connectivity to the very edge of in-vehicle networks.
The LAN866x Endpoints Are Designed To Simplify:
- Network integration by serving as bridges that translate Ethernet packets directly to local digital interfaces.
- Unlike conventional solutions, these endpoints are designed to be software-less, reducing the need for node-specific software programming, streamlining silicon usage and physical footprint.
- With support for standard-based RCP protocols, the endpoints enable centralized control of edge nodes for data streaming and device management.
- By utilizing a 10BASE-T1S multidrop topology, this solution supports an all-Ethernet, zonal architecture that helps reduce cabling, software integration and cost.
The LAN866x endpoints are made to save hardware and engineering costs, shorten deployment times, and simplify system architecture by eliminating the need for software development at each node.
The endpoints are ideal for vital vehicle applications such music systems, a variety of control functions, and lighting, including front and rear headlamps and interior lighting.
In these applications, the endpoints offer direct Ethernet data bridging to local digital interfaces that control LED drivers for lighting, send audio data to and from speakers and microphones, and manage sensors and actuators via the network.
Microchip’s Single Pair Ethernet (SPE) solutions provide a broad range of transceivers, bridges, switches and development tools that enable reliable, high-speed data transmission over a single twisted pair cable, supporting 10BASE-T1S, 100BASE-T1, 1000BASE-T1 and higher speed grade standards.
These solutions are designed to simplify wiring, reduce costs and streamline Ethernet connectivity for automotive, industrial and building automation applications, while ensuring interoperability and scalability.
For more information about Microchip’s SPE solutions, visit the web page and its automotive Ethernet solutions web page.
Pricing and Availability
The LAN866x family is available in limited sampling.
To learn more, contact a Microchip sales representative.
