Texas Instruments TL16C554A, TL16C554AI ASYNCHRONOUS-COMMUNICATIONS ELEMENT Data Handbook (1) Specification Sheet User Manual
Summary
Elevate your communication system with this advanced quadruple Asynchronous-Communications Element (ACE). This module handles robust serial-to-parallel and parallel-to-serial data conversion across four channels, supporting high efficiency with built-in FIFO buffering and autoflow control to minimize software overhead. It is ideal for developers requiring reliable, low-error-rate interfaces for complex peripheral or modem data streams. The manual provides comprehensive technical details on programmable baud rates, error detection, DMA transfer capabilities, and system integration across 5V and 3.3V environments.
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查询TL16C554A供应商 TL16C554A, TL16C554AI
ASYNCHRONOUS-COMMUNICATIONS ELEMENT
SLLS509A – AUGUST 2001 – REVISED JULY 2003
Integrated Asynchronous-Communications Fully Programmable Serial Interface Element Characteristics:
– 5-, 6-, 7-, or 8-Bit Characters
Consists of Four Improved TL16C550C
– Even-, Odd-, or No-Parity Bit
ACEs Plus Steering Logic
– 1-, 1 1/2-, or 2-Stop Bit Generation
In FIFO Mode, Each ACE Transmitter and
– Baud Generation (DC to 1-Mbit Per
Receiver Is Buffered With 16-Byte FIFO to
Second)
Reduce the Number of Interrupts to CPU
False Start Bit Detection
In TL16C450 Mode, Hold and Shift
Complete Status Reporting Capabilities
Registers Eliminate Need for Precise Synchronization Between the CPU and Line Break Generation and Detection Serial Data
Internal Diagnostic Capabilities: Up to 16-MHz Clock Rate for up to 1-Mbaud – Loopback Controls for Communications Operation Link Fault Isolation – Break, Parity, Overrun, Framing Error
Programmable Baud-Rate Generators
Simulation
Which Allow Division of Any Input Reference Clock by 1 to (216–1) and Fully Prioritized Interrupt System Controls Generate an Internal 16 × Clock
Modem Control Functions (CTS, RTS, DSR, Adds or Deletes Standard Asynchronous DTR, RI, and DCD)
Communication Bits (Start, Stop, and
3-State Outputs Provide TTL Drive
Parity) to or From the Serial-Data Stream
Capabilities for Bidirectional Data Bus and Independently Controlled Transmit, Control Bus
Receive, Line Status, and Data Set
Programmable Auto-RTS and Auto-CTS
Interrupts
CTS Controls Transmitter in Auto-CTS
5-V and 3.3-V Operation
Mode, RCV FIFO Contents and Threshold Control RTS in Auto-RTS Mode,
description The TL16C554A is an enhanced quadruple version of the TL16C550C asynchronous-communications element (ACE). Each channel performs serial-to-parallel conversion on data characters received from peripheral devices or modems and parallel-to-serial conversion on data characters transmitted by the CPU. The complete status of each channel of the quadruple ACE can be read by the CPU at any time during operation. The information obtained includes the type and condition of the operation performed and any error conditions encountered. The TL16C554A quadruple ACE can be placed in an alternate FIFO mode, which activates the internal FIFOs to allow 16 bytes (plus three bits of error data per byte in the receiver FIFO) to be stored in both receive and transmit modes. In the FIFO mode of operation, there is a selectable autoflow control feature that can significantly reduce software overhead and increase system efficiency by automatically controlling serial-data flow using RTS output and CTS input signals. All logic is on the chip to minimize system overhead and maximize system efficiency. Two terminal functions allow signaling of direct-memory access (DMA) transfers. Each ACE includes a programmable baud-rate generator that can divide the timing reference clock input by a divisor between 1 and 216–1. The TL16C554A is available in a 68-pin plastic-leaded chip-carrier (PLCC) FN package and in an 80-pin (TQFP) PN package.
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Manual Details
| Brand | Texas Instruments |
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| Pages | 40 |
| File Size | 580.53 KB |
| Published | June 06, 2026 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What are the available package options for the TL16C554A?
The device is available in a 68-pin plastic-leaded chip-carrier (PLCC) FN package and an 80-pin (TQFP) PN package.
How does FIFO Mode improve system efficiency?
In FIFO mode, internal FIFOs store up to 16 bytes for both receive and transmit modes. It also includes a selectable autoflow control feature that reduces software overhead.
What is the maximum operating clock rate of this element?
It supports up to a 16-MHz Clock Rate for up to 1-Mbaud communication.
Does the device support direct memory access (DMA)?
Yes, two terminal functions allow signaling of direct-memory access (DMA) transfers.
What types of communications line faults can be detected?
Loopback controls provide isolation for common errors including Break, Parity, Overrun, and Framing Error.