Overview

Description

The JP167-PLCDCPOCKITZ kit enables quick prototyping and demonstration of an LED lighting system controlled over the DC power lines. PLC makes it possible to transmit control signals over power lines, thereby reducing the amount of wiring needed in the system and correspondingly lowering the associated costs and installation time. The Renesas PLC solution provides flexible protocol and frequency band control for varying countries thanks to its CPU + DSP dual core and allows long-distance communication of over 1km without a relay. Communication speeds up to 1Mbps are supported, and the AES128 cryptographic hardware engine provides high-level security if needed.

Features

  • Superior robustness and long-distance communication over 1km, with speeds up to 1Mbps
  • PLC communication reduces costs by saving wiring or other physical deployment
  • Small module reference design (30mm x 40mm) for easy integration into developing systems
  • Users can add on sensors or control via Pmod™ for additional PLC applications

Applications

Documentation

Type Title Date
Manual - Hardware PDF 1.16 MB
Quick Start Guide PDF 659 KB
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Design & Development

Software & Tools

Software Downloads

Type Title Date
PCB Design Files ZIP 1.74 MB
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Lab on the Cloud

Lab on the Cloud

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This solution uses a small PLC modem module to control lighting on a DC power line to show very high speed (1Mbps) communication over a 1km distance.