MCP2221 BREAKOUT MODULE
USER’S GUIDE
2014 Microchip Technology Inc. DS50002282A-page 11
Chapter 1. Product Overview
1.1 INTRODUCTION
This chapter provides an overview of the MCP2221 Breakout Module and covers the
following topics:
• MCP2221 Breakout Module General Description
• What the MCP2221 Breakout Module Kit Contains
1.2 MCP2221 BREAKOUT MODULE GENERAL DESCRIPTION
The MCP2221 Breakout Module is a development and evaluation platform for the
MCP2221 device. The module is comprised of a single DIP form factor board.
The MCP2221 Breakout Module has the following features:
• UART Tx and Rx signals
•I
2
C
™
/SMBus clock and data lines (SCL and SDA)
• Four GP lines, configurable for GPIO, dedicated or alternate function operation
• User-selectable (by using a jumper) power supply of 3.3V or 5V (up to 500 mA)
• DIP form factor (600 mil spacing between two 7-pin headers)
• PICkit™ Serial Analyzer header — used for UART and I
2
C/SMBus
communication only
The accompanying PC software is used to evaluate/demonstrate the MCP2221 device
as a USB-to-UART/I
2
C/SMBus protocol converter. It allows I/O control and custom
device configuration.
A DLL package is included to allow development of custom PC applications using the
MCP2221.
1.3 WHAT THE MCP2221 BREAKOUT MODULE KIT CONTAINS
The MCP2221 Breakout Module kit includes:
• MCP2221 Breakout Module (ADM00559)
• USB-to-mini-USB Cable
• Important Information Sheet
