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PRODUCT SHOWCASE Automotive-focused dsPIC33C family of microcontrollers For automotive developers looking to design scalable applications for future technology, Microchip has announced a comprehensive ecosystem around AUTOSAR-ready dsPIC33C digital signal controllers (DSCs) to enable accelerated development and a high level of system optimisation while reducing total system cost. Microchip is expanding its broad portfolio of dsPIC33C DSCs to cover the large memory segment with the new ISO 26262-compliant dsPIC33CK1024MP7xx family. This new family of dsPIC33C DSCs with 1MB of flash memory enables applications running automotive software like AUTOSAR, OS, MCAL drivers, ISO 26262 functional safety diagnostics and security libraries. The family of dsPIC33 DSCs also includes a high-performance CPU with deterministic response and specialised peripherals for general automotive, advanced sensing & control, digital power and motor control applications. AUTOSAR-ready devices like this one help customers improve their risk & complexity management while decreasing development time through reusability. Customers can take advantage of Microchip’s value-added solutions, customer support and product advantages. The AUTOSAR ecosystem for the dsPIC33C DSCs includes MICROSAR Classic from Vector, KSAR OS from KPIT Technologies Ltd. and ASPICE- and ASIL B-compliant MCAL drivers from Microchip. Microchip has expanded its safety packages that include FMEDA reports, safety manuals and diagnostic libraries to cover the dsPIC33C-series of DSCs. These dsPIC33C DSCs, when used together with Microchip’s TA100 CryptoAutomotive security ICs, enable the implementation of robust security in automotive designs. Microchip Technology 2355 West Chandler Blvd, Chandler Arizona 85224-6199 USA Phone: (480) 792 7200 www.microchip.com Valve amplifiers and loudspeakers from Bertrand Audio Started in 2021, Bertrand Audio has been able to bring very exciting products for the music lovers in Australia and New Zealand and is fast becoming a reputable supplier of products that provide visceral music. We introduce the following brands into the ANZ market: From KR Audio, the KR Kronzilla VA-680 is a 2-channel amplifier with 60W of output power. It uses a reverse hybrid circuit; solid state components on the first stage and two KR T-1610 valves (double triodes in parallel) on the outage stage. It comes in two versions: either as a stereo power amplifier or an integrated model. The T-1610 valves are some of the largest valves available worldwide! The VA-680 is our bestselling single-ended amplifier due to the increased dynamics, even finer resolution of detail from the recording be it vinyl, CD or audio streaming, and an Above: the VA-680 amplifier from KR Audio. Right: a close-up of a single speaker from the Custom loudspeaker system by the AER Company. siliconchip.com.au almost tangible imaging in the sound reproduction. The AER Company has over 30 years of experience in research, development and production of speaker systems. They are the designers of the “Custom” speaker system. It is an open baffle loudspeaker made with moulded Acryglass. Its high efficiency design provides 96dB/W and is suitable for use with single-ended amplifiers. Tonally accurate and without exertion, the Custom perfectly recreates the performance on stage or in the orchestra pit. All that’s required is some space at the sides and rear of the system for optimal sound. The Custom matches well with AER’s “Subway”, a compact active subwoofer with a 38cm bass driver, delivering an adjustable 210W of class-D amplification. This is just a taste of what is offered from the KR Audio and AER line of goods. Bertrand Audio are the exclusive distributors for AER Loudspeakers and KR Audio equipment in Australia & New Zealand. Contact Bertrand Audio for more details. Bertrand Audio Phone: 0426 981 319 sales<at>bertrandaudio.com.au Australia's electronics magazine September 2022  29