SainSmart
XL400 51 MCU Development Board
The SainSmart XL400 is an accessible 8051 development system built around the Atmel AT89S52 microcontroller. This board simplifies development by allowing users to interface the MCU with a wide array of external peripherals, focusing efforts primarily on software creation. It offers extensive onboard resources, including multiple LEDs, keyboard interfaces, and connectors for I2C and SPI EEPROMs. The system supports USB power and external circuit interfacing, making it versatile for experimentation. Programming is streamlined with an easy-to-learn BASIC syntax and advanced compiler features, ensuring a quick start for beginners.
$77.91
Owner Satisfaction
4.1
/ 5
Category Rank
1381
/ 1544
#1381 in Development Boards
Price vs Category Average
-11%
Below average
Microcontroller
895288051
/ Atmel ATS (-bit core)
Who it's for
- Excellent Value Proposition
- Robust Educational Foundation
- Integrated Peripheral Set
Who should skip it
- Legacy Architecture Limitations
- Steep Learning Curve for Toolchain
- Limited Modern Project Scalability
Key Specs
Microcontroller
Atmel AT89S52 (8-bit 8051 core)
PCB Dimensions
175 x 115 mm
Package Weight
1.1 KG
Onboard Peripherals
8-digit LED display, 32 status LEDs, 4x4 matrix keyboard, speaker, relay
Serial Communication
I2C (24C02 EEPROM) and SPI (93C46 EEPROM)
Display Support
1602 LCD connector and 128x64 LCD connector
Power Input
USB Power supply
Supported OS
Windows 98/ME/2000/XP/2003/Vista
Features
- Elegant dark PCB design with SMT art
- Full access to memory and SFRs for debugging
- Inline Assembler for real-time code changes
- Easy programming with BASIC syntax
- Connectors for motor control experiments
- Integrated infrared receiver for remote control
- Includes remote control and Mini 51 Debugger
What customers say
The XL400 51 MCU board offers excellent value for developers focused on the 8051 architecture. Customers appreciate the robust physical quality of the components provided. The main challenge noted is the initial ease of use, specifically regarding setup and documentation. New users often need to rely on external community resources to overcome the learning curve. Despite this minor hurdle, the board reliably serves its purpose, establishing itself as a solid, cost effective platform for dedicated microcontroller study.
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