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Overview

Description

The RX231 Group of devices leverages an optimal combination of a 32-bit RXv2 CPU core with improved DSP/FPU and low-power consumption technology to realize extreme power efficiency. High-performance digital filtering, floating-point operations and other processing can be performed even in environments with low current supply capacity. The RX231 Group implements the industry's top level communication security and encryption functions, high sensitivity high level of noise tolerance capacitive touch sensor capabilities, as well as SD host interface, USB and CAN communication functionality. These products are suitable for applications in industrial, home appliance, healthcare, smart meter, IoT, and other fields.

Renesas offers a reference solution which enables users to immediately incorporate the RX231's features such as security function, encryption function, human machine interface (HMI), and touch key into their applications.

Solutions for RX231

Comparison

Applications

Documentation

Design & Development

Software & Tools

Software & Tools

Software title
Software type
Company
FAT File System [M3S-TFAT-Tiny] for the RX Family
FAT file system for RX Family
File System Renesas
RI600PX Real-time OS for RX Family
μITRON4.0/PX Specification real-time OS for RX Family [Required IDE : CS+] * RI600PX is not generally promoted to U.S. and European customers. Customers in U.S. and Europe who are interested in RI600PX are requested to contact our regional marketing departments for details.
ITRON OS Renesas
RI600V4 Real-time OS for RX Family
μITRON4.0 Specification real-time OS for RX Family [Required IDE : e2 studio, CS+] * RI600V4 is not generally promoted to U.S. and European customers. Customers in U.S. and Europe who are interested in RI600V4 are requested to contact our regional marketing departments for details.
ITRON OS Renesas
Data Flash Driver
Block type Device Drivers for data flash embedded microcontrollers
On-chip Flash Memory Renesas
TCP/IP protocol stack [M3S-T4-Tiny] for RX Family
Ultracompact TCP/IP protocol stack (high-speed version) for RX
Protocol Stack Renesas
SD Card Driver for RX Family
SD Card Driver for RX Family (SDHI)
SD Card Renesas
Trusted Secure IP Driver
Trusted Secure IP driver software: this software supports AES with 128- and 256-bit keys), AES-GCM, AES-CMAC, and random number generation. Safely executes AES key management, secure updating of firmware, and secure booting at high speeds.
Security / Crypto Renesas
RX Driver Package
Device driver set for the RX Family (including major middleware). Target devices : RX130, RX23W, RX231, RX24U, RX64M, RX65N, RX66T, RX71M, RX72M etc.
Software Package Renesas
Sound Playback/Compression System [M3S-S2-Tiny] for RX Family
Sound playback system for RX Family
Sound / Voice Renesas
C/C++ Compiler Package for RX Family [CC-RX]
C/C++ Compiler Package for RX Family [IDE: CS+, e² studio, High-performance Embedded Workshop]
Compiler/Assembler Renesas
QE for Capacitive Touch: Development Assistance Tool for Capacitive Touch Sensors
In developing embedded system using the capacitive touch sensor of MCUs, you can easily setup initial configurations of the touch interface as well as process the tuning of sensors, and reduce development time. [Plugin for Renesas IDE "e2 studio"] [Standalone Version] [Support MCU/MPU:RA, RL78, RX, Renesas Synergy™]
Solution Toolkit Renesas
QE for TCP/IP: A Dedicated Tool for TCP/IP Development [Technical Preview Edition]
Debugging assistance tool for developing systems which use the TCP/IP. For use in developing embedded systems which use the M3S-T4-Tiny communications protocol software library for the RX family. [Plugin for Renesas IDE "e² studio"]
Solution Toolkit Renesas
QE for UART: A Dedicated Tool for UART [Technical Preview Edition]
Debugging assistance tool for developing systems which use the UART communication function. [Plugin for Renesas IDE "e² studio"]
Solution Toolkit Renesas
RX Family Renesas FreeRTOS
FreeRTOS™ software platform for RX MCUs that makes it easy to create applications using FreeRTOS™ with Firmware Integration Technology (FIT).
FreeRTOS Renesas
SPI/QSPI Serial Flash Memory, QSPI Serial Phase Change Memory Driver
Device Driver for SPI and QSPI Serial Flash Memory and QSPI Serial Phase Change Memory
Serial Memory Renesas
SPI Serial EEPROM Driver
Device Drivers for SPI Bus Serial EEPROM R1EX25xxx Series and HN58X25xxx Series
Serial Memory Renesas
USB Drivers
Device drivers for USB communication using USB interface with built-in microcomputer and USB ASSP
USB Renesas
Code Generator Plug-in
Automatic driver generation tool for internal peripheral I/O modules through GUI settings [Standard features for Renesas IDE "e² studio" and CS+] [Support MCU/MPU: RL78, V850, 78K, RX]
Code Generator Renesas
E2 emulator [RTE0T00020KCE00000R]
On-chip debugging emulator. Also available as a flash memory programmer. [Support MCU/MPU: RA, RE, RH850, R-Car D1, RL78, RX, RISC-V MCU]
Emulator Renesas
E20 emulator [R0E000200KCT00]
On-chip debugging emulator. Also available as a flash memory programmer. For RX600 or RX700 Series MCU, trace functions and Real-time RAM monitor functions available. For MCUs other than RX600 or RX700, the available debugging function corresponds to that of E2 Emulator Lite. [Support MCU/MPU: RX, RL78, RH850, V850, 78K0R, 78K0, R8C]
Emulator Renesas
E2 emulator Lite [RTE0T0002LKCE00000R]
On-chip debugging emulator. Also available as a flash memory programmer. [Support MCU/MPU: RA, RE, RL78, RX, RISC-V MCU]
Emulator Renesas
PG-FP6
Flash memory programmer [Programming software: Dedicated GUI-based software, the "FP6 Terminal"] [Support MCU/MPU and devices: RA, RE, RX, RL78, RH850, RISC-V MCU, Renesas Synergy, Power Management, Renesas USB Power Delivery Family, ICs for Motor Driver/Actuator Driver, SuperH RISC engine, V850, 78K, R8C]
Programmer (Unit/SW) Renesas
Renesas Flash Programmer (Programming GUI)
Flash memory programming software [Support MCU/MPU and devices: RA, RE, RX, RL78, RH850, RISC-V MCU Renesas Synergy, DA1453x, DA1459x, DA1469x, DA1470x, Power Management, Renesas USB Power Delivery Family, ICs for Motor Driver/Actuator Driver, V850, 78K0R, 78K0]
Programmer (Unit/SW) Renesas
QE for Current Consumption: A Dedicated Tool for Current Measurement
Development assistance tool helps to shorten the times taken in operations for the tuning of currents drawn. [Standard item in the "e² studio" and CS+ (CS+ for CC only) IDEs] [Support MCU/MPU: RX, RL78]
Solution Toolkit Renesas
QE for USB: A Dedicated Tool for USB [Technical Preview Edition]
Debugging assistance tool for developing systems which use the USB [Plugin for Renesas IDE "e² studio"] [Support MCU/MPU: RX, RL78]
Solution Toolkit Renesas
CS+
Renesas integrated development environment (IDE) [Support MCU/MPU: RH850, V850, RX, RL78, 78K0R, 78K0] (Note: CS+ is not generally promoted to U.S. and European customers.) (Note: To use Smart Configurator on CS+ for RL78/G23 and RX family MCUs, install the Smart Configurator for each MCU family separately downloading from ”Design & Support” > ”Development Tools” > ”Smart Configurator”)
IDE and Coding Tool Renesas
DSP Library for RX Family
Software library that implements numeric operation function used in DSP with general purpose MCU
DSP / FFT Renesas
Sensor Software Modules for Renesas MCU Platforms
Middleware (FIT module and FSP module) and sample software packages that enable control and data acquisition for Renesas sensor products.
Sensor Renesas
RX Smart Configurator
RX Smart Configurator is a utility for combining software in ways that meet your needs. It simplifies the embedding of Renesas drivers in your systems through supports for importing middleware and drivers and configuring pins.
Solution Toolkit Renesas
Security Key Management Tool
Key wrapping tool for key management systems using Renesas security IP. Enables secure installation and update of user application and device lifecycle management (DLM) keys.
Solution Toolkit Renesas
QE for Display: Development Assistance Tool for Display Applications
This development assistance tool supports the development of embedded systems which use the LCD display functions of display controllers from Renesas. [Plugin for Renesas IDE "e² studio"] [Standalone Version] [Support MCU/MPU:RZ, RX, RA]
Solution Toolkit Renesas
e² studio - Information for the RX Family
Eclipse-based Renesas integrated development environment (IDE).
IDE and Coding Tool Renesas
Renesas IAR Embedded Workbench Device-Support-Packages
Renesas IAR Embedded Workbench Device-Support-Packages include all device-specific files to be used with the Embedded Workbench IDE.
IDE and Coding Tool Renesas
Crypto Library
Robust encode library to ensure security for all types of system developments
Security / Crypto Renesas
Reality AI Utilities
Plug-in module for Renesas e² studio
Solution Toolkit Renesas
I2C Serial EEPROM Driver
Device Drivers for I2C Bus Serial EEPROM R1EX24xxx Series, R1EV24xxx Series and HN58X24xxx Series
Serial Memory Renesas
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Software Downloads

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Sample Code

Boards & Kits

Models

ECAD Models

Schematic symbols, PCB footprints, and 3D CAD models from SamacSys can be found by clicking on products in the Product Options table. If a symbol or model isn't available, it can be requested directly from the website.

Diagram of ECAD Models

Videos & Training

FFT Demo Using RX Family DSP Library

Directly input analog signal to RX231 and perform FFT in real time.

News & Blog Posts

Say Goodbye to Hardware Manual Confusion with Our Comprehensive Guide! Blog Post Apr 6, 2023
Upgrade MCUs with the Latest Industry-leading 32-bit RX Family MCUs! RX Portfolio is Expanding Blog Post Mar 20, 2023
Tips for Selecting Low Power Consumption Modes on the RX MCU Blog Post Feb 27, 2023
RX Family Software – The Past and the Future - #6 Blog Post Jan 23, 2023
Introducing Waterproof Capacitance Solution for Self-Capacitive Touch Keys in Wet Area Blog Post Dec 5, 2022
Infusion Level Monitor Using Capacitive Touch Sensing Blog Post Sep 16, 2022
RX Family Software – The Past and the Future - #5 Blog Post Sep 1, 2022
Target Board for RX Family: where your creativity comes to life Blog Post Jul 22, 2022
Realizing Secure and High-Speed Communications with RX MCU and wolfSSL's TLS Library Blog Post Jun 27, 2022
Bringing DSPs Closer to You! Realizing Digital Filters with the Latest Low-End RX140 Microcontroller of the RX Family! Blog Post Jun 17, 2022
Design Guide for RX MCU Board Wiring Pattern Blog Post Apr 19, 2022
RX Family Software – The Past and the Future - #3 Blog Post Apr 5, 2022
RX Family Software – The Past and the Future - #2 Blog Post Mar 11, 2022
Realizing OTA Function of a Secondary MCU with the RX MCU – FreeRTOS Version Blog Post Mar 9, 2022
Supporting a Smooth Start of Your Development with RX by Video! Blog Post Mar 4, 2022
RX Family Software – The Past and the Future - #1 Blog Post Jan 27, 2022
To Seamlessly Switch to a 32-Bit RX Family MCU Blog Post Dec 1, 2021
Introducing the Smart Configurator Board Support Feature for Quick Project Setup Blog Post Oct 6, 2021
Interview with RX MCU Family User, HITACHI Solutions Technology Blog Post Sep 28, 2021
How Renesas Approaches Functional Safety over EtherCAT (FSoE) Blog Post Sep 17, 2021
DSP Experience with RX Family MCU! Visualizing DSP Behavior with Free Sample Program! Blog Post Aug 6, 2021
Introducing the RX Family Firmware Update Middleware that Can Easily Realize FOTA (Firmware Update Over-The-Air) Implementation Blog Post Aug 5, 2021
Introducing the RX MCU Product Longevity Program (PLP) that Goes Beyond 15 years of Support! Blog Post Jul 12, 2021
Let’s Get Started with RX MCU Software Development! First Step is to Start with e² studio. Blog Post Jul 1, 2021
Edge Trust Security Service Using RX Microcomputer CMVP Certified Blog Post May 20, 2021
Time flies in a flash of light! Renesas RXv2 Core has exceeded a CoreMark of 5.0. How does it achieve this result? Blog Post Apr 27, 2021
Solution that Strongly Supports the Development and Manufacturing of Secure IoT Devices Blog Post Apr 20, 2021
Implement Robust IoT Security Easily with RX Security Solutions Blog Post Feb 13, 2021
Rinnai’s Good Design Award - Winning Domino-Type Gas Built-in Stove Uses the RX 32-Bit MCU Touch Technology Blog Post Dec 9, 2020
Meeting the Needs of the New Normal with the RX HMI Solutions Blog Post Nov 26, 2020

Resonator Information

Please search for your resonator on its manufacturer's site linked below. If you require optimal oscillation circuit constants for your particular system, please ask the manufacturer of the oscillator.
For Main clock resonator :
KYOCERA: Click here for RX231 oscillation evaluation result.
Murata Manufacturing: For IC Manufacturer, select Renesas Electronics, and enter R5F5231 or R5F5230 into the IC Part Number search box.

For Sub clock resonator :
KYOCERA: Click here for RX231 oscillation evaluation result.

For information on resonators, please also refer to the following application note.
Design Guide for Main Clock Circuits and Sub-Clock Circuits Rev.1.01 (PDF | English, 日本語)