The Gen6 touch controller platform is the latest generation ASIC from Cirque. Featuring an all-new analog sensing system and powerful multi-core architecture, Gen6 makes possible advanced functionality for future UX applications.
Multi-core Architecture
A modern and fast 32-bit RISC CPU combined with an analog co-processor core enables next generation touchpad applications and future innovation.
Self / Mutual Cap Support
The new analog front end in Gen6 supports both self and mutual capacitive sensing. This opens to door to proximity sensing applications and enhanced noise avoidance.
Programmable RX/TX
With Gen6 any transmit electrode can be swapped with a receive and vice versa. This makes chip placement more flexible for complicated PCB designs.
Available in two packages, the Gen6 QFN64 ASIC is ideal for high performance trackpads and touch screens, while the compact Gen6s QFN42 is perfect for game controllers, headphones and other small touch input applications.
Key Specifications
| Core Technology: | Cirque custom projected mutual capacitive sensing for x,y position tracking on trackpads and touch screens. Cirque custom self capacitive sensing for proximity sensing applications. |
| Sensing Electrodes: | Gen6: 48 (fully configurable as either transmit or receive). Gen6s: 30 (fully configurable as either transmit or receive). |
| Package Details: | Gen6: 64 pin QFN - 7mm x 7mm x 0.55mm Gen6s: 42 pin QFN - 4.5mm x 4.5mm x 0.55mm |
| Power Supply: | 2.7 - 3.6 V |
| Power Consumption: | Varies depending on firmware platform used, see the appropriate solution platform page for details. |
| Host Interface: | I2C, UART, PS/2 |
| Digital Processing: | On-board 32bit RISC CPU |
| Environmental: | Operating Temp Range: -40 to 85° C Storage Temp Range: -40 to 125° C |
| Ordering Details | Part Number: Gen6 QFN64: 10-02A1A3-XXX Gen6s QFN42: 10-02F1A3-XXX Contact Cirque sales for ordering details. |
Documentation
Datasheet
Developer Documentation
The Gen6 ASIC is used by several Cirque solution platforms. Check the resource page for the platform you are using for complete documentation.