MCUs/MPUs FAQs

What does the "Q" in the part number of a part like the MSM66Q573 stand for?

 

Is it possible to use the flash memory in the Oki 66Q5XX micro controllers for program memory?

 

Can the flash memory in the Oki 66Q5XX micro controllers be used for data memory?

 

How many sectors are available? How big are they?

 

Is it true that the flash memory in the Oki 66Q5XX micro controllers can be used to replace an external serial EEPROM memory?

 

Can the flash memory in the Oki 66Q5XX micro controllers be programmed before they are mounted on the PC board?

 

Would it be possible to program the flash memory in the Oki 66Q5XX micro controllers after they are mounted on the PC board?

 

Is the flash memory in the Oki 66Q5XX micro controllers programmable by the internal firmware?

 

Are extra power supply voltages needed just for programming?

 

Do the Oki 66Q5XX micro controllers have "protected" sectors?