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ST STM32F401
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September 2013 DocID025174 Rev 1 1/39
UM1669
User manual
Discovery kit for STM32F401 line
Introduction
The STM32F401 Discovery kit (32F401CDISCOVERY) helps you to discover the entry level
of the STM32F4 series and to develop your applications. It is based on an
STM32F401VCT6 and includes an ST-LINK/V2 embedded debug tool interface, ST MEMS
Gyroscope, ST MEMS accelerometer + magnetometer, ST MEMS digital microphone, audio
DAC with integrated class D speaker driver, LEDs, pushbuttons and a USB OTG micro-AB
connector.
Figure 1. STM32F401 Discovery board
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ST STM32F401 Specifications

General IconGeneral
SeriesSTM32F4
CoreARM Cortex-M4
Clock Speed84 MHz
Communication InterfacesI2C, SPI, USART, USB
Operating Voltage1.7 V to 3.6 V
Number of I2Cs3
Number of SPIs3
Number of USARTs3
ADC12-bit
DAC12-bit
TimersAdvanced-control timers
Operating Temperature Range-40°C to 85°C
PackageLQFP64, LQFP48

Summary

Introduction

STM32 F401 Discovery Kit Overview

Introduces the STM32F401 Discovery kit for evaluating and developing STM32F4 applications.

Conventions

Document Conventions and Definitions

Explains conventions for jumpers, solder bridges, and other symbols used in the manual.

Quick start

Getting Started with STM32 F401 Discovery Kit

Step-by-step guide to configure and launch the DISCOVER application on the STM32F401 board.

STM32 F401 Discovery Kit System Requirements

Lists necessary PC, OS, and USB cable requirements for using the STM32F401 Discovery kit.

Development Toolchains for STM32 F401 Discovery Kit

Identifies compatible IDEs and toolchains for developing applications with the STM32F401 Discovery kit.

STM32 F401 Discovery Kit Order Code

Provides the official order code for purchasing the STM32F401 Discovery kit.

Features

Key Features of the STM32 F401 Discovery Board

Details the core features and benefits of the STM32F401 Discovery board, including MCU, sensors, and connectivity.

Hardware layout

STM32 F401 VCT6 Microcontroller Details

Details the STM32F401VCT6 microcontroller's specifications, performance, and power efficiency benefits.

Embedded ST-LINKV2 for Programming

Explains the integrated ST-LINK/V2 for programming and debugging the STM32F401 on-board.

Using ST-LINKV2 for On-Board STM32 F401 Programming

Instructions for utilizing the onboard ST-LINK/V2 to program the STM32F401 microcontroller.

Using ST-LINKV2 for External STM32 Application Debugging

Guide for using the board's ST-LINK/V2 to program an external STM32 application board via CN2.

Power Supply and Selection Options

Describes how the board receives power and the available selection options for power sources.

Board LEDs and Indicators

Details the function and location of all LEDs on the STM32F401 Discovery board.

User and Reset Pushbutton Functions

Explains the function of the user (B1) and reset (B2) pushbuttons on the board.

On-Board Audio Circuitry

Describes the audio DAC, MEMS microphone, and audio output capabilities of the board.

USB OTG Support and Status LEDs

Details the USB OTG full speed functionality and its associated status LEDs (LD7, LD8).

E-compass MEMS Sensor (LSM303 DLHC)

Describes the E-compass MEMS sensor (LSM303DLHC) and its 3D acceleration/magnetic measurement capabilities.

Gyroscope MEMS Sensor (L3 GD20)

Describes the Gyroscope MEMS sensor (L3GD20) and its three-axis angular rate measurement capabilities.

JP2 Jumper for Current Measurement

Explains the JP2 jumper's role in measuring the STM32F401VCT6's current consumption.

Oscillator Clock Supply Configurations

Details configurations for various oscillator clock supply sources and the 32 KHz clock.

Solder Bridge Configurations and Functions

Describes the function and states of various solder bridges for board configuration.

Extension Connector Pinouts and Usage

Details the male headers P1 and P2 for connecting to external prototyping boards and probing.

Mechanical drawing

STM32 F401 Discovery Board Mechanical Diagram

Provides a detailed mechanical drawing of the STM32F401 Discovery board with key dimensions and component placement.

Electrical schematics

STM32 F401 Discovery Board Overall Schematics

Presents the main electrical schematic diagram for the STM32F401 Discovery board.

ST-LINKV2 Interface Schematics

Electrical schematic detailing the ST-LINK/V2 programming and debugging interface.

STM32 F401 VCT6 Microcontroller Schematics

Schematic diagram showing the connections and configuration of the STM32F401VCT6 microcontroller.

Audio Circuitry Schematics

Electrical schematic for the board's audio DAC, MEMS microphone, and audio output components.

USB OTG Full Speed Schematics

Electrical schematic detailing the USB OTG Full Speed interface and associated components.

Peripherals Schematics (MEMS, Buttons, LEDs)

Electrical schematics for the board's MEMS sensors, pushbuttons, and LEDs.

Revision history

Document Revision History

Records the revision history and changes made to this document over its lifecycle.

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