IAR Systems has announced full tool support for all devices in the STM32 F4 family of ARM Cortex-M4 based microcontrollers, recently launched by STMicroelectronics.
There are compiler optimisations for the M4's DSP functions and the CMSIS DSP library is integrated into the tool which is part of the IAR Embedded Workbench.
STMicroelectronics has introduced its first microcontroller based on the ARM Cortex-M4 processor core, the STM32 F4. With its single-cycle DSP instructions the MCU will be aimed at digital signal control applications such as high-end motor control, medical equipment and security.
There is pin-to-pin and software compatibility with the existing STM32 F2 parts.
The key to the Cortex-M4 core is its built-in integer DSP, and an optional floating point unit.
As a result it is effectively a digital signal controller aimed at applications in audio, motor control, industrial automation and automotive.
Its instruction set is a superset of the Cortex-M3’s.
"The STM32 F4 microcontroller family represents a significant step forward in delivering control and signal-processing performance," said Michel Buffa, general manager of the microcontroller division at STMicroelectronics.
"Customers expect development tools that allow them to take full advantage of the true potential of the device and the IAR Embedded Workbench helps them do that," said Buffa.
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