Overview
Description
The Renesas Starter Kit for RX140 is the perfect starter kit for developers who are new to the RX140 (Code Flash 256KB, Pin Count 80-pin). The kit includes an LCD display module and an on-chip debugging emulator. Download the integrated development environment installer for Renesas Starter Kit from the Renesas website and start evaluating RX140 performance, right after unboxing the Renesas Starter Kit.
Features
- Devices: RX140 (R5F51406BDFN: Supported Encryption function, Code Flash 256KB, Pin Count 80-pin)
- RX140 builds in Security function. AES encryption, true random number generator can be evaluated.
- Touch feature (self-capacitive type) can be evaluated. Download the sample code including project for Touch feature evaluation on Renesas Web site (CS+ version and e² studio version).
- Application combining functions using FIT (Firmware Integration Technology) module can be evaluated.
- Required IBM-PC compatible PC(need USB interface, Processor 1GHz over), OS: Windows 11/10/8.1(other than the listed OS is not supported)
Applications
Documentation
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| Manual - Development Tools | PDF 390 KB 日本語 | |
| Manual - Development Tools | PDF 554 KB 日本語 | |
| Manual - Development Tools | PDF 937 KB 日本語 | |
| Application Note |
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12.71 MB
日本語
By using the FIT module, users can easily incorporate firmware update functionality and secure boot functionality into their applications.
The firmware update module provides middleware that functions as a component when adding firmware update functionality to the user's system.
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AI-generated Summary:
Azure RTOS sample projects demonstrate how to develop applications using ThreadX, FileX, GUIX, NetX Duo, and USBX on Renesas RX family microcontrollers with e2 studio or IAR Embedded Workbench. The projects support various RX devices and include examples for IoT connectivity, low power operation, and secure bootloader integration. Microsoft has contributed Azure RTOS to open source under Eclipse ThreadX, discontinuing official updates. Renesas discontinues the RYZ014A LTE module, recommending Sequans GM01Q as a compatible replacement. Development tools and supported sample projects vary by device, with detailed setup instructions and sample descriptions provided.
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2.96 MB
日本語
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The sample program implements touch key and serial LCD display functions using the RX140 Starter Kit and an external 240x320 LCD module. It simulates a microwave oven UI controlled via touch buttons and sliders. The software stack includes emWin GUI middleware, RSPI drivers, and capacitive touch middleware, integrated through Renesas development tools like e2 studio and Smart Configurator. The document details hardware setup, program flowcharts, peripheral configurations, and step-by-step usage instructions, enabling developers to create interactive HMI applications with low power consumption and efficient touch sensing on RX140 MCUs.
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| Tool News - Release | PDF 210 KB 日本語 | |
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2.77 MB
日本語
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QE for Display [RX,RA] enables graphical interface development for embedded systems using Renesas RX microcontrollers with serially connected LCDs, supporting emWin and Aeropoint GUI middleware. It integrates with e2 studio, Smart Configurator, and Firmware Integration Technology (FIT) modules to simplify GUI creation, display control, and system development flow. The tool supports various RX family starter kits and target boards, facilitating efficient GUI design with AppWizard and PowerPoint-based Aeropoint GUI. It covers from initial display setup to project building, debugging, and execution, enabling high-performance, memory-efficient GUI solutions on microcontrollers without graphic LCD controllers.
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The document provides detailed instructions for installing and using sample code for the RX140 Group Renesas Starter Kit with the CS+ IDE and CC-RX compiler. It guides users through setting up the development environment, opening sample projects, and navigating source code files organized by peripheral functionality. Each project demonstrates peripheral initialization and includes descriptive files explaining its operation. Support resources and contact information are also provided. The package contains example projects and source files to facilitate embedded system development on RX140 devices.
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798 KB
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The document provides step-by-step instructions for setting up the development environment and importing sample projects for the RX140 Group using e2 studio and the Renesas CC-RX compiler. It guides through installation, project workspace creation, and opening source files. The sample code demonstrates peripheral initialization and includes main C source files to facilitate development with Renesas Starter Kits. Users can expect practical examples for embedded system development using RX140 microcontrollers.
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374 KB
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The document explains how to develop and operate a system bootloader on an RX140-based platform using the Renesas Starter Kit. It covers the bootloader sample program's functionality and guides users on integrating and managing firmware updates. The package includes hardware manuals, tutorial guides, quick start instructions, smart configurator tutorials, schematics, and application notes for comprehensive support. PCB design files typically include BOM, schematics, and Gerber files to assist in hardware development.
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| Manual - Development Tools | PDF 3.88 MB 日本語 | |
| Manual - Development Tools | PDF 1.00 MB 日本語 | |
| Manual - Development Tools | PDF 4.20 MB 日本語 | |
| Manual - Development Tools | PDF 1.27 MB 日本語 | |
| Manual - Development Tools | PDF 363 KB 日本語 | |
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| Software & Tools - Software | Product Software for the RX140 Renesas Starter Kit (Installer: CS+ version)
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| Software & Tools - Software | Product Software for the RX140 Renesas Starter Kit (Installer: e² studio version)
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| Software & Tools - Other | RSK USB Serial Driver
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Sample Code
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| Sample Code | RX Family Firmware Update module Using Firmware Integration Technology Application Notes Rev.2.06 - Sample Code
[Software=RX Driver Package|V1.48],[Toolchains=CC-RX|V3.07.00;GNURX|14.2.0.202505;IAR Compiler for RX|v.5.20.1]
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156.61 MB
Application:
Consumer Electronics
Compiler:
CC-RX, ICCRX
Function:
Driver or Library
IDE:
e2 studio, GCC EWRX, IAR EWRX
By using the FIT module, users can easily incorporate firmware update functionality and secure boot functionality into their applications.
The firmware update module provides middleware that functions as a component when adding firmware update functionality to the user's system.
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| Sample Code | RX140 HMI sample program with touch keys and LCD Rev.1.00
[Software=RX Driver Package|V1.38],[Toolchains=CC-RX|V3.05.00]
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105.07 MB
日本語
Application:
Consumer Electronics, Industrial
Compiler:
CC-RX
Function:
HMI
IDE:
e2 studio
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| Sample Code | RX140 Renesas Starter Kit Sample Code (CS+ for CC-RX)
[Software=RX Driver Package|v1.34],[Software=Smart Configurator|V2.13.0],[Toolchains=CC-RX|v3.04.00]
ZIP
56.29 MB
Compiler:
CC-RX
Function:
Analog, Application Example, Clock, Communication Interface, Memory, Other, Starter Kit, Timer
IDE:
CS+
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| Sample Code | RX140 Renesas Starter Kit Sample Code (e² studio for CC-RX)
[Software=RX Driver Package|v1.34],[Software=Smart Configurator|V2.13.0],[Toolchains=CC-RX|v3.04.00]
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56.19 MB
Compiler:
CC-RX
Function:
Analog, Application Example, Clock, Communication Interface, Memory, Other, Starter Kit, Timer
IDE:
e2 studio
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Product Options
| Part Number | Status | Stock | Budgetary Price (USD) | Description | Security | Debugger supplied |
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| RTK551406BS00000BE | Active | In Stock | 1u | $211.76 | Renesas Starter Kit for RX140 MCUs | Support | E2 Lite |
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