XinaBox Capacitive Touch Module for CAP1296

This xChip is a sensor module that is based on the CAP1296 by Microchip Technology, which is a multiple channel capacitive touch sensor controller. It contains four individual capacitive touch sensor inputs with programmable sensitivity for use in touch sensor applications. Each sensor input is calibrated to compensate for gradual environmental changes.

In addition, the CAP1296 can be configured to detect proximity on one or more channels with an optional signal guard to reduce noise sensitivity. The CAP1296 includes Multiple Pattern Touch recognition that allows the user to select a specific set of buttons to be touched simultaneously. If this pattern is detected, a status bit is set and an interrupt is generated.

● Four (4) capacitive touch sensor inputs
● Proximity detection

● Desktop and notebook PCs
● LCD monitors
● Consumer electronics
● Appliances

● Based on CAP1296 from Microchip Technology
● Signal guard
● Multiple button support
● Press and hold feature for volume-like applications
● Analog filtering for system noise sources
● RF detection and avoidance filters
● Digital EMI blocker
● Low power operations
● SMBus / I²C compliant communication interface
● Operating ambient temperature range: -40 to 125ºC
● Storage temperature range: -55 to 150ºC