New Solution from Microchip Makes it Easier to Build Sophisticated Graphical User Interfaces for MPLAB® Harmony v3 and Linux® Environments
Microchip Technology (Nasdaq: MCHP) has introduced the Microchip Graphics Suite (MGS), a comprehensive solution designed to simplify the creation of Graphical User Interfaces (GUIs) for embedded devices. MGS integrates seamlessly with Microchip's 32-bit microcontrollers and microprocessors, supporting both MPLAB® Harmony v3 and Linux® environments. The suite offers:
1. Compositional tools with a simulator for hardware-free prototyping
2. WYSIWYG interface for efficient design
3. Support for a wide range of devices and displays
4. Compatibility with Microchip's PIC32 MCUs, SAM MPUs, and maXTouch® controllers
MGS aims to reduce development costs, speed up time to market, and improve reusability across projects. It is now available for free download, supporting various development tools including MPLAB Harmony v3 and Microchip's mainlined Linux Distribution.
Microchip Technology (Nasdaq: MCHP) ha presentato il Microchip Graphics Suite (MGS), una soluzione completa progettata per semplificare la creazione di interfacce grafiche (GUI) per dispositivi embedded. MGS si integra perfettamente con i microcontrollori e i microprocessori a 32 bit di Microchip, supportando sia MPLAB® Harmony v3 che gli ambienti Linux®. La suite offre:
1. Strumenti compositivi con un simulatore per prototipazione senza hardware
2. Interfaccia WYSIWYG per un design efficiente
3. Supporto per un'ampia gamma di dispositivi e display
4. Compatibilità con i PIC32 MCU, SAM MPU e i controller maXTouch® di Microchip
MGS mira a ridurre i costi di sviluppo, aumentare la velocità di immissione sul mercato e migliorare la riutilizzabilità tra i progetti. È ora disponibile per il download gratuito, supportando vari strumenti di sviluppo tra cui MPLAB Harmony v3 e la distribuzione Linux principale di Microchip.
Microchip Technology (Nasdaq: MCHP) ha presentado el Microchip Graphics Suite (MGS), una solución integral diseñada para simplificar la creación de interfaces gráficas de usuario (GUI) para dispositivos embebidos. MGS se integra sin problemas con los microcontroladores y microprocesadores de 32 bits de Microchip, soportando tanto MPLAB® Harmony v3 como entornos Linux®. La suite ofrece:
1. Herramientas de composición con un simulador para prototipado sin hardware
2. Interfaz WYSIWYG para un diseño eficiente
3. Soporte para una amplia gama de dispositivos y pantallas
4. Compatibilidad con los microcontroladores PIC32, MPU SAM y los controladores maXTouch® de Microchip
MGS tiene como objetivo reducir los costos de desarrollo, acelerar el tiempo de comercialización y mejorar la reutilización en los proyectos. Ya está disponible para descarga gratuita, soportando diversas herramientas de desarrollo, incluyendo MPLAB Harmony v3 y la distribución de Linux principal de Microchip.
Microchip Technology (Nasdaq: MCHP)는 Microchip Graphics Suite (MGS)를 출시했습니다. 이 포괄적인 솔루션은 임베디드 장치용 그래픽 사용자 인터페이스(GUI) 생성을 단순화하도록 설계되었습니다. MGS는 Microchip의 32비트 마이크로컨트롤러 및 마이크로프로세서와 원활하게 통합되며, MPLAB® Harmony v3 및 Linux® 환경을 모두 지원합니다. 이 suite는 다음과 같은 기능을 제공합니다:
1. 하드웨어 없이 프로토타이핑을 위한 시뮬레이터와 구성 도구
2. 효율적인 디자인을 위한 WYSIWYG 인터페이스
3. 다양한 장치 및 디스플레이에 대한 지원
4. Microchip의 PIC32 MCU, SAM MPU 및 maXTouch® 컨트롤러와의 호환성
MGS는 개발 비용을 줄이고 시장 출시 시간을 단축하며 프로젝트 간 재사용성을 향상시키는 것을 목표로 합니다. 지금 다양한 개발 도구를 지원하며, 무료 다운로드가 가능합니다. 여기에는 MPLAB Harmony v3와 Microchip의 주류 Linux 배포판이 포함됩니다.
Microchip Technology (Nasdaq: MCHP) a introduit le Microchip Graphics Suite (MGS), une solution complète conçue pour simplifier la création d'interfaces graphiques utilisateur (GUI) pour dispositifs embarqués. MGS s'intègre parfaitement avec les microcontrôleurs et microprocesseurs 32 bits de Microchip, prenant en charge à la fois MPLAB® Harmony v3 et les environnements Linux®. La suite propose :
1. Outils de composition avec un simulateur pour le prototypage sans matériel
2. Interface WYSIWYG pour un design efficace
3. Support pour une large gamme de dispositifs et d'affichages
4. Compatibilité avec les PIC32 MCU, SAM MPU, et les contrôleurs maXTouch® de Microchip
MGS vise à réduire les coûts de développement, à accélérer le temps de mise sur le marché et à améliorer la réutilisabilité dans les projets. Il est maintenant disponible en téléchargement gratuit, prenant en charge divers outils de développement, y compris MPLAB Harmony v3 et la distribution Linux principale de Microchip.
Microchip Technology (Nasdaq: MCHP) hat die Microchip Graphics Suite (MGS) eingeführt, eine umfassende Lösung, die entwickelt wurde, um die Erstellung von grafischen Benutzeroberflächen (GUIs) für eingebettete Geräte zu vereinfachen. MGS lässt sich nahtlos mit Microchips 32-Bit-Mikrocontrollern und Mikroprozessoren integrieren und unterstützt sowohl MPLAB® Harmony v3 als auch Linux®-Umgebungen. Die Suite bietet:
1. Kompositionstools mit einem Simulator für hardwarefreies Prototyping
2. WYSIWYG-Oberfläche für effizientes Design
3. Unterstützung für eine breite Palette von Geräten und Displays
4. Kompatibilität mit Microchips PIC32 MCUs, SAM MPUs und maXTouch®-Controllern
MGS zielt darauf ab, die Entwicklungskosten zu senken, die Markteinführungszeit zu verkürzen und die Wiederverwendbarkeit über Projekte hinweg zu verbessern. Sie ist jetzt kostenlos zum Download verfügbar und unterstützt verschiedene Entwicklungstools, einschließlich MPLAB Harmony v3 und der Haupt-Linux-Distribution von Microchip.
- Introduction of Microchip Graphics Suite (MGS) to simplify GUI creation for embedded devices
- Seamless integration with Microchip's 32-bit microcontrollers and microprocessors
- Support for both MPLAB® Harmony v3 and Linux® environments
- Simulator for hardware-free prototyping, reducing development costs
- Wide range of device and display support, from resource-constrained to high-performance systems
- Complimentary availability of the MGS software
- None.
Microchip Graphics Suite is designed to enable seamless portability between Microchip product families and environments to help designers significantly reduce development costs and speed time to market
CHANDLER, Ariz., Sept. 19, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Designers are incorporating Graphical User Interfaces, or GUIs, into more electronic devices to enhance the user experience by providing intuitive and visually appealing interactions with today’s modern applications. To support embedded developers with their designs, Microchip Technology (Nasdaq: MCHP) today announces Microchip Graphics Suite (MGS), an easy-to-learn, comprehensive solution that simplifies the process of incorporating GUIs, animations and images into a touchscreen display.
Developing a GUI can be a complex and lengthy process, requiring significant time and resources to debug and integrate code from various tools. MGS is designed to easily integrate with Microchip’s 32-bit microcontrollers (MCUs) and microprocessors (MPUs) and supports multiple development platforms, including MPLAB® Harmony v3 and Linux® environments. This comprehensive solution to build a GUI interface aims to help designers improve reusability across projects and simplify design complexities.
MGS offers compositional tools, including a simulator for hardware-free prototyping. By leveraging the MPLAB® Code Configurator (MCC), the simulator builds the MCC-generated C code in either web or native mode. In web mode, the tool creates an HTML file that can run on most web browsers with simulated touch interactivity. In native mode, the simulator enables debugging of the GUI on Windows® desktop computers. These features enable accurate display and functionality demonstrations that are independent of hardware availability.
MGS provides an intuitive WYSIWYG interface with a modern design, enabling users to directly see and manipulate the final output, reducing errors and increasing efficiency. To make GUIs more accessible, MGS is versatile and can support a wide range of devices of varying performance. They can range from resource-constrained devices with significantly lower memory and system performance requirements to high-performance devices supporting tablet-sized touchscreens with high-fidelity video playback.
This solution is optimal for developers who want superior graphical performance without costly hardware upgrades. Additionally, MGS supports a wide range of displays, from monochrome OLEDs to 1080p 16.7M color TFTs, including MIPI® DSI®, LVDS, RGB, SPI, and HDMI® interfaces, along with touchscreens with 2D/3D gestures.
“At Microchip, we are committed to providing our customers with comprehensive solutions and cutting-edge tools that empower them to make high-quality products and get to market faster,” said Rod Drake, corporate vice president of Microchip’s MCU32 and MPU32 business units. “This innovative tool suite simplifies the process of creating engaging and responsive displays for everything from smart home devices to industrial equipment.”
This comprehensive solution simplifies the integration of a GUI from design phase to implementation across a wide range of applications. MGS is highly compatible with the company’s broad portfolio of PIC32 MCUs, SAM MPUs and maXTouch® touchscreen controllers. Additionally, Microchip can provide other key components including memory, power management and connectivity solutions.
Development Tools
Microchip Graphics Suite is supported by various development tools including MPLAB Harmony v3, MPLAB Code Configurator and Microchip’s mainlined Linux Distribution for 32-bit MCUs and MPUs.
Availability
Microchip Graphics Suite is complimentary and available now to download. For more information and to download the software, visit the website.
Resources
High-res images available through Flickr or editorial contact (feel free to publish):
- Application image: www.flickr.com/photos/microchiptechnology/53970922906/sizes/l
- YouTube demonstration video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2cZQuTGj9Ac
About Microchip Technology:
Microchip Technology Inc. is a leading provider of smart, connected and secure embedded control and processing solutions. Its easy-to-use development tools and comprehensive product portfolio enable customers to create optimal designs which reduce risk while lowering total system cost and time to market. The company’s solutions serve approximately 123,000 customers across the industrial, automotive, consumer, aerospace and defense, communications and computing markets. Headquartered in Chandler, Arizona, Microchip offers outstanding technical support along with dependable delivery and quality. For more information, visit the Microchip website at www.microchip.com.
Note: The Microchip name and logo, the Microchip logo, maXTouch and MPLAB are registered trademarks of Microchip Technology Incorporated in the U.S.A. and other countries. All other trademarks mentioned herein are the property of their respective companies.
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