DESCRIPTION

· The NS16C552 and PC16552D are dual universal asynchronous receiver/transmitters (UARTs) with FIFOs.

· Designed for high-performance serial communication applications.

· Includes two independent UART channels with 16-byte FIFOs for both transmitter and receiver.

FEATURES

· Dual UART channels with independent control.

· 16-byte transmit and receive FIFOs to reduce CPU overhead.

· Programmable baud rate generator with prescaler.

· Supports modem control functions (CTS, RTS, DSR, DTR, RI, DCD).

· Compatible with industry-standard 16450/16550 UARTs.

APPLICATIONS

· Embedded systems requiring serial communication.

· Industrial automation and control systems.

· Networking equipment such as routers and switches.

· Point-of-sale (POS) terminals and kiosks.

· Telecommunication systems and modems.