Portable ISP Programmer for
Atmel, Atmel Wireless (Temic) and
Philips FLASH Microcontrollers
User Guide
Contents
Copyright Information ............................................................................................................iii
Equinox Warranty Information ..............................................................................................iv
Electromagnetic Compatibility (EMC) Compliance.............................................................vi
RoHS Compliance...................................................................................................................vi
Technical Support..................................................................................................................vii
Product Documentation .......................................................................................................viii
1.0 Programmer Overview ......................................................................................................1
1.1 System Contents ............................................................................................................1
1.2 Hardware Overview (external layout) .............................................................................2
1.3 Hardware Overview (internal layout) ..............................................................................3
1.4 Push Button Functions....................................................................................................4
1.5 Programmer Specifications ............................................................................................5
1.5.1 Programmer Specifications Overview....................................................................5
1.5.2 Voltage range.........................................................................................................8
1.5.3 Current Consumption / Parameters .......................................................................9
1.5.4 DC Power Input Connector (CON1).....................................................................10
1.5.5 DC Power Cable Specification.............................................................................10
1.5.6 J5 – RS-232 Communications Port & Serial Cables ...........................................11
1.6 Device Support .............................................................................................................14
1.6.1 Devices supported by the programmer................................................................14
1.6.2 Programming Interface to Target Device.............................................................15
2.0 Getting Started Guide......................................................................................................17
2.1 Overview .......................................................................................................................18
2.2 Hardware Installation Procedure ..................................................................................19
2.3 Software Overview and Installation ..............................................................................22
2.3.1 Software Overview ...............................................................................................22
2.3.2 Programmer Control Mechanisms .......................................................................23
2.3.3 Software Installation.............................................................................................24
2.4 Operating the programmer ...........................................................................................25
2.5 Development Mode (EDS)............................................................................................27
2.5.1 Overview ..............................................................................................................27
2.5.2 Creating a new EDS (Development Mode) Project .............................................27
2.5.3 Testing an existing Programming Project in a Project Collection in EDS
(Development Mode).....................................................................................................28
2.5.4 Overview of EDS – Development Mode ..............................................................29
2.5.5 Buffer Window - Control Buttons..........................................................................31
2.5.6 Example of using EDS .........................................................................................32
2.6 Standalone Mode..........................................................................................................33
2.6.1 Overview ..............................................................................................................33
2.6.2 Steps required before operating the programmer in Standalone Mode ..............33
2.6.3 How to export your Development (EDS) project to Project Builder .....................33
2.6.4 Executing a Programming Project in Standalone Mode ......................................34
2.7 Script Mode...................................................................................................................35
2.8 ConsoleEDS – Command Line control.........................................................................35
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3.0 Programmer / Target System Power Supply Scenarios + Standalone Mode
Programming Instructions ....................................................................................................37
3.1 Overview .......................................................................................................................37
3.2 Programmer / Target System Power Supply Schematic ..............................................38
3.3 Earthing requirements...................................................................................................40
3.3.1 Overview...............................................................................................................40
3.3.2 Laptop earthing issues .........................................................................................40
3.3.3 Desktop PC earthing issues .................................................................................40
3.3.4 Earthing recommendations ..................................................................................41
3.4 Programmer Powers the Target System ......................................................................42
3.4.1 Overview...............................................................................................................42
3.4.2 Hardware Setup - Programmer powers the Target System.................................42
3.4.3 Circuit Schematic - Programmer powers the Target System...............................43
3.4.4 Set up instructions - Programmer powers the Target System .............................44
3.4.5 Programming Instructions (Standalone Mode) - Programmer powers the Target
System...........................................................................................................................46
3.5 Target System powers the Programmer.......................................................................48
3.5.1 Overview...............................................................................................................48
3.5.2 Hardware Setup - Target System powers the Programmer.................................48
3.5.3 Circuit Schematic - Target System powers the Programmer...............................49
3.5.4 Setup instructions - Target System powers the Programmer ..............................50
3.5.5 Programming Instructions (Standalone Mode) - Target System powers the
programmer ...................................................................................................................51
3.6 Programmer and Target System are independently powered......................................53
3.6.1 Overview...............................................................................................................53
3.6.2 Hardware Setup - Programmer and Target System independently powered......53
3.6.3 Circuit Schematic - Programmer and Target System independently powered....54
3.6.4 Set up instructions - Programmer and Target System independently powered ..55
3.6.5 Programming Instructions ....................................................................................56
4.0 ISP Header Selection .......................................................................................................57
4.1 Overview .......................................................................................................................57
4.2 ISP Header Selection Chart (by header) ......................................................................58
4.3 ISP Header Selection Chart (by Device) ......................................................................60
4.4 J3 - Atmel 6-way ISP Header (SPI Interface) ...............................................................61
4.5 J6(a) - Equinox 10-way Header (Generic SPI Interface) ..............................................63
4.6 J6(b) - Equinox 10-way Header (ATtiny11/12/15 HV Interface) ...................................66
4.7 J6(c) - Equinox 10-way Header (UART Boot Loader) ..................................................68
4.8 J7 - Atmel 10-way Header (SPI Interface) ....................................................................70
4.9 J8 - Atmel 10-way JTAG Header (JTAG Interface) ......................................................72
4.10 ISP Cable considerations............................................................................................74
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Copyright Information
Information in this document is subject to change without notice and does not represent a
commitment on the part of the manufacturer. The software described in this document is furnished
under license agreement or nondisclosure agreement and may be used or copied only in accordance
with the terms of the agreement.
It is against the law to copy the software on any medium except as specifically allowed in the license
or nondisclosure agreement.
The purchaser may make one copy of the software for backup purposes. No part of this manual may
be reproduced or transmitted in any form or by any means, electronic, mechanical, including
photocopying, recording, or information retrieval systems, for any purpose other than for the
purchaser’s personal use, without written permission.
© 2000 - 2007 Copyright Equinox Technologies UK Limited. All rights reserved.
AtmelTM and AVRTM are trademarks of the Atmel Corporation
Microsoft, MS-DOS, WindowsTM, Windows 95TM, Windows 98TM, Windows XPTM and Windows NT4TM
are registered trademarks of the Microsoft Corporation
IBM, PC and PS/2 are registered trademarks of International Business Machines Corporation
Intel, MCS 51, ASM-51 and PL/M-51 are registered trademarks of the Intel Corporation
Every effort was made to ensure accuracy in this manual and to give appropriate credit to persons,
companies and trademarks referenced herein.
Equinox guarantees that its products will be free from defects of material and workmanship under
normal use and service, and these products will perform to current specifications in accordance with,
and subject to, the Company’s standard warranty which is detailed in Equinox’s Purchase Order
Acknowledgment.
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Equinox Warranty Information
This product is guaranteed by Equinox Technologies UK Limited for a period of 12 months (1 year)
after the date of purchase against defects due to faulty workmanship or materials. One guarantee
covers both parts and labour. Service under the guarantee is only provided upon presentation of
reasonable evidence that the date of the claim is within the guarantee period (e.g. completed
registration/guarantee card or a purchase receipt).
The guarantee is not valid if the defect is due to accidental damage, misuse or neglect and in the
case of alterations or repair carried out by unauthorised persons. A number of exceptions to the
warranty are listed in the ‘Exceptions to warranty’ section below. Service (during and after guarantee
period) is available in all countries where the product is distributed by Equinox Technologies UK
Limited.
Exceptions to warranty
Over-voltage damage
This warranty does not cover damage to the programmer due to voltages beyond the specified
voltage limits being applied to the ‘DC Power Input’ (CON1) or any of the ISP Headers. The user must
ensure that sufficient care is taken to avoid over-voltage and static conditions on any of the ‘ISP
Header’ I/O pins.
Over-current damage
This warranty does not cover damage to the programmer due to excessive current being drawn from
the programmer power supply. The user must ensure that there is sufficient over-current protection
within the test fixture to protect against short circuit loads.
Short-circuit damage
This warranty does not cover damage to the programmer due to short-circuit loads being placed
across programmer I/O lines.
Damage to the Programmer Line Driver Circuitry
This warranty does not cover damage to the programmer ‘Line Driver Circuitry’ due to overvoltage, over-current or short-circuit of any of the programmer I/O lines. It is the responsibility of
the user to make sure that sufficient precautions are taken before plugging the ISP Cable into a
Target System.
Warning!
Any damage caused to the programmer by Electrostatic Discharge (ESD) through inadequate
earthing is not covered under the warranty of the product.
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Disclaimer
Whilst every effort has been made to ensure that programming algorithms are correct at the time of
their release, it is always possible that programming problems may be encountered, especially when
new devices and their associated algorithms are initially released. It is Equinox’s Company Policy to
endeavour to rectify any programming issues as quickly as possible after a validated fault report is
received.
It is recommended that high-volume users always validate that a sample of a devices has been
programmed correctly, before programming a large batch. Equinox Technologies UK Ltd. can not be
held responsible for any third party claims which arise out of the use of this programmer including
‘consequential loss’ and ‘loss of profit’.
Equinox Technologies UK Ltd. cannot be held responsible for any programming problems which are
‘out of our control’. This type of problem is usually listed in the ‘Errata Sheet’ for the particular device
being programmed and is available from the silicon vendor.
Information contained in this manual is for guidance purposes only and is subject to change. E&OE.
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Electromagnetic Compatibility (EMC)
Compliance
The ‘EPSILON5’ is a CE Approved Product. It is designed for use in an ESD controlled environment
i.e. development or production. This means, therefore, that the user must ensure that there is no
possibility of damage from electrostatic discharge (ESD). Since the devices and equipment to which
this product is likely to be connected may well themselves be susceptible to ESD, this should not
pose any difficulty.
For example, if you are handling microcontrollers and EEPROMS etc. then you will already be used to
appropriate precautions, such as the use of anti-static mats, wrist straps and so on. You should treat
your ‘EPSILON5’ with the same care as you would these types of devices. Always ensure that you
are not yourself carrying a static charge before handling the product. Wearing an earthed anti-static
wrist strap is recommended.
Equinox have taken great care in designing this product to be compliant with the European EMC
directive. When using the equipment be sure to follow the instructions provided. Although RF
emissions are within prescribed limits, care should be taken if you are using the product near to
sensitive apparatus. If you experience any difficulty please refer to Equinox Technical Support.
RoHS Compliance
The ‘EPSILON5’ is a RoHS compliant product.
ESD Points to remember
•
Work in a static-free environment.
•
Wear an earthed wrist strap when handling either the programmer and/or
any programmable device.
•
Ensure that the PC, programmer and Target system are connected to the
same EARTH (0V) potential.
•
Do NOT plug the ISP cable of the programmer into a Target System when
the Target power is ON.
Warning!
Any damage caused to the programmer by Electrostatic Discharge (ESD) through inadequate
earthing is not covered under the warranty of the product.
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Technical Support
It is often the case that users experience problems when installing or using a product for the first time.
If you have a technical support problem, please consult the following list for help:
Manual
On-line help
Press for help at any time when running EQTools or ISP-PRO.
The help system is context-sensitive. Simply press on any error message and the
Possible causes of the error should be listed. This help system is updated on a regular
basis. Please see software update details for information on keeping up-to-date with
software revisions.
Internet Web Site
The support page for all Equinox ISP Programmers can be found at:
http://www.equinox-tech.com/products/downloadsearch.asp
E-mail
Please e-mail any technical support questions about this product to:
support@equinox-tech.com
Fax
Please fax any technical support questions about this product to: +44 (0) 1942 844181
Equinox will try our best to answer your questions about this product as quickly as
possible. However, we cannot promise an immediate reply. Please consult our web site for new
software updates as the problem that you are enquiring about may have already been fixed in a new
version.
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Product Documentation
This manual provides an overview of the contents of the EPSILON5 Programming System plus
associated hardware and software. References may be made to other hardware and software
products which are not covered in detail in this manual. Please refer to the table below for a list of
sources of documentation and/or browse to:
http://www.equinox-tech.com/products/downloadsearch.asp
Software:
EQTools Script Builder – Manual
This software is used to create and upload ‘Programming Projects’ to
the programmer.
The following sources of documentation are available for this
software:
•
Installation and Getting Started Guide (pdf manual)
•
Help file
Upload Wizard - Standalone Project Upload Utility
This software utility is used to upload Programming Projects to any
Equinox programmer. These projects can then be used in
Standalone Mode, i.e. without a PC.
•
Please follow the on-screen instructions within the Upload
Wizard utility itself.
ASCII Text Communications Protocol – Application Note
This protocol can be used to control the programmer from an
external controller via RS-232.
The following sources of documentation are available for this
protocol:
•
Application Note – AN110 for a full description.
ConsoleEDS Pro – Application note
This software utility allows any Equinox programmer to be controlled
via simple Command Line instructions from a Command Window
within Windows.
The following sources of documentation are available for this
software:
•
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Application Note 111 – ConsoleEDS Manual
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ISP Pro – Manual
This software is used to control the programmer in a production
environment. It is not supplied as standard with this programmer.
The following sources of documentation are available for this
software:
•
Installation and User Manual
•
Help File
•
Configit – Firmware Upgrade Utility
This utility is used to upgrade the firmware of the programmer. A
firmware update may be required to add support for new devices
and to correct any firmware issues.
Labview – Remote Application Control – Application Note
This upgrade allows a production facility to control a single
programmer from a ‘Labview for Windows’ application. The
Application note describes how to control the programmer using a
custom Labview (from National Instruments) application.
The following sources of documentation are available for this
software:
•
Application Note - Remote Application Control of ISP-PRO
•
Remote Application Control – Application Note
Describes how to control the programmer using a custom Remote
Application written in e.g. Visual Basic, C++, C Builder, Delphi etc.
•
Error Message Descriptions
This document lists all the possible error messages which can be
generated by the EQTools / ISP-PRO applications.
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Downloading up-to-date documentation and software:
In line with our policy of continuous improvement, the software and associated documentation for this
product are updated on a regular basis. Please refer to the ‘Downloads Page’ for this product on our
website at http://www.equinox-tech.com/products/downloadsearch.asp for the most up-to-date
information for this product.
Browse to http://www.equinox-tech.com
• Click / select the tab Æ the ‘Downloads Search Page’ will appear.
• Type in the name of the programmer e.g. EPSILON5 into the ‘Product Name’ field
• Click the button
Æ a list of all the software and documentation available for this product are displayed.
• Click the button next to an individual item to see the details of the downloadable file
• Click the button to download the file
Please note:
You may be asked to register your programmer before downloading certain files. Equinox use the
registration information to send you up-to-date information about new software releases etc.
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1.0 Programmer Overview
1.1 System Contents
Hardware
•
EPSILON5 MKII Programmer
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2 x Jumper Links for internal jumpers
Cables
•
DC Power Cable
•
9-way Female to 9-way Male Serial Cable
•
25-way Female to 9-way Male Serial Adaptor
•
ISP Cables
1 x 10-way IDC to 10-way IDC Ribbon Cable
1 x 6-way IDC to 6-way IDC Ribbon Cable
Software
(Supplied on an Equinox CD-ROM)
•
EQTools
(Project Management Utility for Equinox
Production ISP Programmers)
Documentation
•
EPSILON5 - User Guide
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1.2 Hardware Overview (external layout)
Top Panel
ISP Cable Slot
ISP cable plugs into relevant ISP Header internally and
then exits the case through this slot.
Front Panel
LED
- Indicates when ‘Target Vcc (Power)’
is ON
- Does not indicate ‘Programmer
Power’ unless Jumper J9 is fitted.
Status LED’s:
LED
LED
LED
Button
- Used to cancel a programming
operation.
Button
- Used to start an ‘autoprogram’
operation.
Bottom Panel
1. RS-232 port (J5)
2. External DC Power Supply Input (CON1)
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1.3 Hardware Overview (internal layout)
Hardware
1. Atmel 6-way ISP (SPI) Header
2. Equinox 10-way ISP (SPI / UART) Header
3. Atmel 10-way ISP (SPI) Header
4. Jumper (J9) – Vcc Link
5. Jumper (J10) – Enable Target Power LED
6. Status LED’s
7. Firmware Update Jumper 2 (J11)
8. External DC Power Supply Input (CON1)
9. RS-232 port (J5)
10. Firmware Update Jumper 1 (J5)
11. button
12. button
13. Target Vcc Present – LED
14. Atmel 10-way JTAG Header
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1.4 Push Button Functions
The EPSILON5 programmer features two push buttons,
and , which are used to control the programmer
when it is operating in ‘Standalone Mode’.
The function of these buttons is described below.
Button
Function of button
The button has the following functions:
i. To cancel a programming action
ii. To return to the ‘Standby’ state
The button has the following functions:
i. To execute a programming project which has been pre-loaded
into the programmer ‘FLASH Memory Store’.
ii. To return to the ‘Standby’ state
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1.5 Programmer Specifications
1.5.1 Programmer Specifications Overview
The table below details the hardware specifications for the programmer. Please refer to the stated
section for further information about any specific parameter.
#
Parameter
Description / comment
Refer
to
section
1
Target Device
Support
See Device Support List
1.6.1
2
Target Device
Programming
Interfaces
The programmer supports the following programming
interfaces:
• Atmel Low Voltage SPI
• Atmel High Voltage SPI (+12V Vpp)
• Atmel AVR JTAG (chargeable update)
• Atmel (formerly Temic) 8051 Boot loader ISP
1.6.2
NXP (Phillips) 8051 - Boot Loader ISP
3
Operating modes
The programmer supports the following operating modes:
2.4
As standard:
• Development Mode (PC controlled)
• Project Upload Mode using Upload Wizard (PC
controlled)
• Standalone Mode - Keypad + LCD operation
• Standalone Mode – Run Target
• ConsoleEDS EVAL – Command Line control
Optional chargeable upgrades:
• Standalone Mode - Remote Controlled via ‘ASCII Text
Communications’ RS-232 Serial Protocol
• PC controlled via ISP-PRO software (chargeable
upgrade)
ConsoleEDS PRO – Command Line control
4
On-board FLASH
Memory Store
2 Mbits (256 kBytes) FLASH Memory
5
Project storage in
Memory Store
1 x Programming Project
or 2 x ‘Chained Projects’
6
Keypad entry
2 x Push Button - and
7
Status LED’s
3 x Status LED’s - , ,
8
Target Vcc
Voltage Detection
LED
•
•
Target Vcc (POWER) LED will light when Target Vcc is
detected.
Threshold detection voltage: approx 3.1V
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PC Control Software The programmer can be controlled using:
•
EQTools (as standard)
•
ISP-PRO (chargeable upgrade)
•
Standalone Upload Wizard (chargeable upgrade)
•
ConsoleEDS Evaluation version
•
ConsoleEDS PRO (chargeable upgrade)
•
ASCII Text Mode (chargeable upgrade)
10 PC requirements
PC running Windows 95 / 98 / 2000 or ME / NT4 / XP
11 Power Supply
Options
There are 3 possible modes for powering the Programmer /
Target System:
•
Programmer powers Target System
•
Target System powers the Programmer
•
Programmer and Target System are independently
powered
12 Voltage range
See specified section
13 Vpp Voltage
Generator
On Board +12.0V Vpp Voltage Generator
(Applies +12.0V to RESET pin for ATtiny HV programming)
14 DC Power Connector
(CON1)
•
•
•
DC Power Connector
2.5 mm Jack Socket – Centre Positive
DC Power Lead supplied with programmer – white
stripe is +ve.
2.3
3.0
1.5.2
1.5.2
15 Programmer Current This refers to the current consumption of the actual
Consumption
programmer circuitry. See specified section.
1.5.3
16 Max. current through This refers to the maximum current which can be supplied
programmer
through the programmer from CON1 (i.e. external power
supply) to the Target System.
Max current = 300 mA.
1.5.3
17 Target SPI
Frequency
Software SPI algorithm:
• SLOW SPI: 0 – 490.2 kHz (user selectable)
• MEDIUM SPI: 0 – 490.2 kHz (user selectable)
( SPI speeds are estimations only due to uneven mark/space
ratio and non-continuous waveforms)
Hardware SPI algorithm (requires firmware 3.04 or
greater):
• SLOW SPI: 115.2 kHz to 921.6 kHz (user selectable)
• FAST SPI: 115.2 kHz to 921.6 kHz (user selectable)
18 Target UART Speed
This is the Communications Speed (BAUD rate) from the
programmer to the Target Device when communicating via a
Boot Loader. The BAUD rate is configurable from 1,200 to 115
kBaud. This settings is completely independent from the BAUD
rate settings for the PC communicating with the programmer.
4.0
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19 ISP Headers
4 x ISP Headers (inside enclosure)
i.
Atmel 10-way (SPI)
ii.
Atmel 6-way (SPI)
iii.
Atmel 10-way (JTAG)
iv.
Equinox 10-way (SPI+UART)
20 Frequency generator Programmer can output a configurable square wave frequency
output (SCK2)
on the SCK2 pin. This is used to clock the Target Device in the
absence of a Target Oscillator.
21 PC Connection (J5)
•
•
•
•
RS232 9-way Female D Connector
Connects to spare PC COM port
All 9 connections must be made in serial cable.
Baud rate: 38,400 (fixed)
22 Temperature range
0 to 50 deg. C
23 Size (enclosure)
189H x 80L x 31D mm
24 Shipped Weight
0.75 kg
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1.5.2 Voltage range
The programmer is designed to operate from a supply voltage in the range defined in the table below.
Correct operation outside of these limits is not guaranteed. The programmer supply voltage can be
derived from either the CON1 connector or the Target Vcc pin on any of the ISP Headers. The
CON1 centre pin and the Target Vcc are physically joined together inside the programmer if the
jumper J9 is fitted.
Fig. 1.5.2 Programmer voltage supply range for reliable operation
#
Programmer mode
Min
Vcc
Max
Vcc
Units
1
Programming a Target Device
3.05
5.00
V
2
Uploading Programming Projects to programmer FLASH
3.10
5.00
V
Important note:
The programmer electronics should operate reliably between the ‘Min Vcc’ and ‘Max Vcc’ voltage
levels specified in the table above. This does NOT mean that every Target Device can also be
programmed within this voltage range.
To verify that a particular device can be programmed at a certain Vcc voltage:
• Check the supply / programming voltage parameters for the actual device (IC) in the
manufacturer’s datasheet.
• Many devices have two different voltage range versions eg. 2.7 – 6.0V and 4.0 – 6.0V.
Please ensure that you are programming the device within the stated voltage range.
• Ensure that you have selected the required Target Vcc Voltage in your EQTools –
Programming Project (*.ppm).
e.g. if you are programming at +3.3V, you must set up this voltage in your Programming
Project. This can be found in the EQTools - Project Builder tab.
• For most Atmel AVR and AT89S devices, the FLASH and EEPROM Write Times increase as
the Target Voltage decreases. The timings are automatically set for you in your project as
long as you have declared the correct Target Vcc voltage in your project.
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1.5.3 Current Consumption / Parameters
1.5.3.1 Current Consumption
The programmer can either be powered from the Target System via one of the ISP Headers or from
an independent power supply via CON1. The table below details the programmer current
consumption with a supply voltage of 5.0V and 3.3V for both ‘Standby’ mode and during a typical
programming operation when the programmer is independently powered. If the programmer is to be
powered from the Target System (typical of field use), then the Target System power supply must be
capable of supplying the maximum current that can be drawn by the programmer during a
programming operation.
Fig. 1.5.3.1 Programmer voltage supply range for reliable operation (independently powered)
#
Programmer mode
1
LED Status
CON1 Vcc (V)
Min
Typ
Max
Units
Standby Mode
5.0
-
28.0
35.0
mA
2
Standby Mode
3.3
-
28.0
35.0
mA
3
Programming (BUSY)
5.0
-
47.0
60.0
mA
4
Programming (BUSY)
3.3
-
44.0
60.0
mA
Status LED Key:
Notes:
The above measurements were taken with the programmer and Target System independently
powered (i.e. J9 removed). EPSILON BOM – 1.20/1.21. Target device – AT90S8515.
These measurements refer to the current taken by the programmer’s internal circuitry.
Standby Mode – All LED’s OFF (Target Vcc is OFF so the Target Vcc LED is also OFF)
1.5.3.2 Maximum Current handling of programmer
If the programmer is supplying power to the Target System, then the current drawn by the Target
System must be below the maximum value stated in the table below.
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Fig. 1.5.3.2 Programmer – maximum current ratings
#
Programmer mode
1
Programmer supplying
power to the Target System
Comments
•
•
Power is supplied from External
Power Supply via CON1
J9 is fitted connecting the CON1
Vcc to the Target Vcc
Typ
Max
Units
-
300
mA
1.5.4 DC Power Input Connector (CON1)
It is possible to power the programmer from an external power supply by plugging the DC Power
Cable supplied with the programmer into CON1. This connector is a 2.5mm jack socket.
Fig. 1.5.4 CON1 – pin-out
Description
Voltage
Centre pin
+3.1V to +5.0V from external power supply
Outer
0V (Ground connection)
1.5.5 DC Power Cable Specification
The programmer is supplied with a DC power cable which plugs into CON1. The other end of this
cable is supplied with bare wire ends for connecting to an external power supply. e.g. bench PSU.
Cable Specification:
• One end features a female 2.5mm DC jack plug
• The other end of the cable is supplied with bare wire ends for connecting to an external power
supply. e.g. bench PSU.
• The black lead with the white stripe is the +VE cable.
• The all black lead is the GROUND cable.
• The external voltage applied to CON1 must be between 3.1 and 5.0V !
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1.5.6 J5 – RS-232 Communications Port & Serial Cables
1.5.6.1 Connecting the programmer to the PC COM port
The EPSILON5 programmer communicates with a PC via the RS-232 Communications Port (J5). A
suitable 9-way to 9-way serial cable is supplied with the programmer.
The programmer is supplied with the following PC Serial Cables / Adaptors:
1. 9-way D (female) to 9-way D (Male) Serial Cable
This cable should be connected between the 9-way D-connector on the programmer and a spare 9way RS-232 COM port on your PC.
2. 9-way D (female) to 25-way D (Female) adaptor
If your PC has a 25-way D connector, you will need to plug the 9-25 way adaptor onto the end of the
9-9 way Serial Cable as shown in the diagram below.
1.5.6.2 Serial Cable Length
The serial cable supplied with the programmer is approximately 2m in length. If you wish to make your
own longer cable, please ensure that you connect all 9 pins at each end in a straight-through pin-topin fashion. See fig. 1.5.6.2 for the pin-out specifications. The programmer features an ESD protected
full RS-232 specification driver chipset and so should operate reliably when driving serial cables up to
10m in length. However, it is recommended to keep the serial cable as short as possible to enhance
EMI immunity and reduce EMI emissions.
Important note:
The programmer uses ALL of the NINE pins of the COM port for different purposes. It is therefore
imperative that the cable used to connect between the programmer and the PC COM port has all
NINE cables connected. Failure to do this will result in the programmer not operating correctly.
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1.5.6.3 Serial Cable Pin-outs
Fig. 1.5.6.1 Pin-out of J5 - RS-232 Communications Port
Pin No.
RS232 pin
Description
1
DCD
Not Connected
2
RXD
Receive
3
TXD
Transmit
4
DTR
Not Connected
5
0 Volt
0V
6
DSR
Not Connected
7
RTS
Not Connected
8
CTS
Not Connected
9
RING
Not Connected
Fig. 1.5.6.2 Connections for 9-way to 9-way Serial Cable (Straight through cable)
9-way (Male)
9-way (Female)
1
1
2
2
3
3
4
4
5
5
6
6
7
7
8
8
9
9
Fig. 1.5.6.3 Connections for 9-way to 25-way Adaptor
25-way (Female) 9-way (Male)
8
1
3
2
2
3
20
4
7
5
6
6
4
7
5
8
22
9
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1.6 Device Support
1.6.1 Devices supported by the programmer
The programmer supports the following devices:
#
Silicon
vendor
Family
Programming Device support
algorithm
1
Atmel
AT89S
LV SPI
- AT89(L)S8252/53
- AT89(L)S51/52
(including ‘L’ versions)
S
- AT89S 2051 / 4051
- AT89S8253
2
Atmel
AT90S (AVR)
LV SPI
- AT90(L)S1200(A) / 2313 / 2333 / 4433 / 2323 S
/ 2343 / 4414 / 8515 / 4434 / 8535
(including ‘L’ versions)
3
Atmel
AT90CAN
LV SPI
AT90CAN128 / AT90CAN64 / AT90CAN32
S
4
Atmel
AT90CAN
JTAG (AVR)
AT90CAN128 / AT90CAN64 / AT90CAN32
U
5
Atmel
AT90USB
LV SPI
AT90USB1286/ AT90USB1287/
AT90USB162/ AT90USB646/ AT90USB647/
AT90USB82
S
6
Atmel
AT90USB
JTAG (AVR)
AT90USB1286, AT90USB1287,
AT90USB646, AT90USB647
U
7
Atmel
ATmega (AVR) LV SPI
- ATmega 8 / 16 / 32 / 48 / 88 / 64 / 103 / 128 / S
1280 / 1281 / 168 / 169(V) / 169PV / 323 / 325
/ 329 / 2560 / 2561 2561V / 8515 / 8535
(including ‘L’ versions)
8
Atmel
ATmega
(AVR)
JTAG (AVR)
ATmega 8515 / 8535 / 32 / 64 / 128 / 1280 /
U
1281 / 161 / 162 / 163 / 169 / 323 / 325 / 329 /
3290(V) 406 / 640(V) / 2560 / 2561
(including ‘L’ versions)
9
Atmel
ATtiny (AVR)
LV SPI
ATtiny 12 / 13 / 15L / 22 / 24*/ 25 / 26 / 45 / 85 S
/ 2313
(including ‘L’ versions)
10 Atmel
ATtiny (AVR)
HV SPI (+12V
VPP)
S
ATtiny 11 / 12 / 15L
(including ‘L’ versions – Vcc must be +5V with
a +12V Vpp applied to the RESET pin)
HV ISP support for the ATtiny13, 25, 45 etc is
not currently available.
11 Atmel
(Temic)
T89C51Rx2
UART Boot
Loader
T89C51 RB2 / RC2 / RD2
T89C51 IB2 / IC2
T89C51CC01
(Support for the AT89Cxxxx devices is not
currently available)
S
12 NXP
(Philips)
T89C51Rx2
UART Boot
Loader
P89C51 RB2 / RC2 / RD2
P89C 660 / 662 / 664 / 668
S
13 Zensys
ZW series
LV SPI
ZW0102 / ZW0201 / ZW0301
S
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S – Device supported as standard
U – Chargeable license upgrade required
* – Device support not available at the time of this document going to press. Please contact Equinox
for a device support update.
1.6.2 Programming Interface to Target Device
The programmer supports the following programming interfaces to the Target Device:
#
Programming Family
Interface
Description / Comment
1
LV SPI
AT89S
AT90S
AT90USB
AT90CAN
ATmega
ATtiny
Zensys
Atmel Low Voltage Serial Programming Mode
• Atmel 3-wire SPI interface (SCK, MOSI, MISO )
• Target Device RESET
• Works at target voltage (no Vpp required)
2
HV SPI (+12V
Vpp)
ATtiny
Atmel High Voltage Serial Programming Mode
• Atmel 4-wire SPI Interface (SCK, MOSI, MISO, MOSI2)
• +12V Vpp is applied to the RESET pin to enter High
Voltage Serial Programming Mode
• Requires different connections to Target Device
compared with LV SPI.
• Requires all pins of target device to be accessible by the
programmer.
3
UART Boot
Loader
T89C51Rx2
P89X51Rx2
Atmel / Philips UART Boot Loader Interface
• Uses RXD, TXD, PSEN, and Target Device RESET pin
• TTL Levels from programmer to Target System
4
JTAG
(Atmel AVR)
ATmega
AT90USB
AT90CAN
Atmel ATmega AVR – JTAG ISP Interface
• Uses same connector as Atmel JTAG ICE
• A chargeable license upgrade is required to enable the
ATmega JTAG ISP libraries.
Please refer to section 4 for information on which ISP Header to use for the required programming
interface.
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2.1 Overview
This section gives a ‘Quick Start’ Guide to using the programmer. Please refer to the table below for
help installing the programmer hardware and software and also instructions on how to actually use
the programmer.
#
Description
Refer to
section
1
Hardware Installation Procedure
2.2
2
Software Installation Overview
2.3
3
Operating the programmer
2.4
4
Development Mode (EDS)
2.5
5
Standalone Mode
2.6
6
Script Mode
2.7
7
ConsoleEDS
2.8
Further help and instructions can be found in the ‘EQTools – Getting Started Guide’ (pdf manual) and
also in the ‘EQTools – On-line Help File’ (Press within EQTools).
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2.2 Hardware Installation Procedure
Please follow the instructions below to set up the programmer hardware:
#
Action
Observation
1
Remove programmer from all packaging
You will need the following items:
• Epsilon5 programmer
• 10-way ISP Ribbon Cable
• Jumper Link
You will find a ‘Jumper Link’ and the plastic feet
for the programmer inside a small plastic bag.
2
Ensure you are wearing an ESD strap and/or
you are working in an ESD protected
environment.
3
Remove all four screws from the back of the
programmer
4
Remove programmer cover
5
Select Power Supply Scenario
The screws are supplied in a small plastic bag
when you open the programmer packaging for
the first time.
You need to select how the programmer is to be
powered. The programmer can be powered from
the Target System or from an External Power
Please refer to section 3 for a full explanation Supply via the DC Jack Connector. The power
supply selection is set up via the Jumper Link
of which is the correct way of powering the
J9.
programmer for your application.
Where is Jumper Link J9?
You can find Jumper Link J9 next to the ‘J7
Atmel 10-way ISP Header’
Jumper J9 Fitted:
• Target Vcc is connected directly to
the Programmer CON1 Vcc (same as
plugging in the Jack Socket).
• In this mode, the programmer will
power from the Target system or the
Target System can power the
Programmer.
• The supply voltage must be between
3.0 and 5.0V.
Jumper J9 Not Fitted:
• Target Vcc is independent (not
connected) to the programmer Vcc.
• In this mode you will need to supply
power at 3.0 – 5.0V via the DC Jack
Connector (CON1)
6
•
Check J5 – Firmware Update Jumper - is
NOT fitted
•
•
st
This jumper can be found next to the 9way D connector.
It must NOT be fitted during normal
operation of the programmer.
It should only be fitted when the
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programmer firmware is being updated.
7
Select the required ISP Header and then plug !!! WARNING !!!
the ISP Cable into this Header.
• If you select the wrong ISP Header
then it is possible that you may
Please refer to section 4.
damage both the programmer and
Target System when power is
switched on.
• Please ensure you are using the
correct header. If in doubt, please
refer to section 4 of this manual and /
or contact Equinox Support for
assistance.
8
Apply power to the programmer
Æ Programmer circuitry powers up to 3.0V.
Connect 3.0-5.0V to CON1 via supplied lead
(white stripe is +ve)
or
Fit J9 and connect ISP Cable to powered
Target System
Æ If the Jumper Link J9 is fitted then the ‘Target
Vcc’ LED will illuminate.
Please refer to section 3 for further details.
9
Remove power from programmer
Æ All LED’s go out
10
Re-fit lid to programmer
The ISP Cable should fit through the slot in the
end panel.
11
Re-fit the four screws in the back of the case
12
Ensure that the PC, programmer and Target
System power is switched OFF.
13
Connect the PC serial cable to the
programmer RS-232 port (J5) and connect
the other end of the cable to a spare PC
COM port.
See section 1.5.6 for Serial Cable
specifications.
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20
Connect the ISP cable to the ISP Header on
your Target System
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Switch PC power ON
16
Switch Programmer / Target System power
ON
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Hardware installation is now complete.
Æ Target Vcc LED illuminates
Electrostatic Discharge (ESD) Warning!
There are a number of electrostatic issues which must be taken into account to avoid damage to the
programmer and/or the Target System during In-System Programming. Please see section 3.3.
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2.3 Software Overview and Installation
2.3.1 Software Overview
The Epsilon programmer is supplied with a comprehensive Integrated Development Environment
(IDE) called ‘EQTools Version 2.xx Software Suite’. This software supports creation and testing of
so-called Programming Projects which can then be uploaded to the programmer for use in
‘Standalone Mode’. EQTools contains many separate utilities most of which are enabled as standard
for this programmer. Certain options such as compiling and running of ‘Programming Scripts’ must be
purchased from Equinox as a ‘License upgrade.
The table below details the various EQTools components and whether they are enabled as standard.
Fig. 2.3.1 Software / Control Options for the Epsilon5 Programmer
EQTools - Project Builder
EQTools - Project Management Utility
EQTools - Project Upload/Download Utility
EQTools - Development Suite (EDS)
EQTools - Script Builder
EQTools - Script Editor
Development Mode (PC Controlled)
Standalone operation (Keypad – no PC)
ASCII Text Mode Control
ConsoleEDS – Evaluation version
ConsoleEDS – PRO version
ISP-PRO Software
- Network Management Utility
- Interface Database (Diagnostics Log)
- Labview Control (PC)
- Remote Application Control (PC)
YES
YES
YES
YES
U
U
YES
YES
U
YES
U
U
U
U
U
U
Key
YES – feature available as standard
U – a license upgrade must be purchased from Equinox to enable this feature.
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2.3.2 Programmer Control Mechanisms
The programmer can be controlled from EQTools, from a Remote System and via the Equinox ISPPRO software. An overview of the various control mechanisms is given below.
Standalone Operation (Keypad)
This indicates that the programmer can be operated without being connected to a PC or other control
system. In this case an operator can control programming operations using a keypad on the
programmer e.g. Epsilon5, FS2003, PPM3-MK2
ASCII Text Mode Control
This indicates that the programmer can be controlled using a simple 'ASCII Serial Communications
Protocol'. This is ideal for applications where a Remote System wishes to control the programmer
using a serial communications link e.g. RS-232.
ISP-PRO Software
This software suite is capable of controlling up to 16 x Equinox Production ISP programmers on an
RS-485 network at the same time. All programming operations are controlled via 'Programming
Scripts' and 'Programming Projects' which have been created using EQTools. The application
minimises user intervention during programming and logs all programming operations to an Interface
Database.
Labview Control (PC)
This allows an Equinox programmer to be controlled by a remote Labview Application. The Labview
application can launch 'Programming Scripts' and read/write unique data such as serial numbers and
calibration data.
Remote Application Control (PC)
This allows an Equinox programmer to be controlled by a Remote Application written in e.g. Visual
Basic, C++ etc. The Remote Application can launch 'Programming Scripts' and read/write unique data
such as serial numbers and calibration data.
ConsoleEDS
This is a powerful utility which allows any Equinox ISP Programmer to be controlled from a PC
application by executing simple command line instructions. This method of control is ideal for
interfacing the programmer to any Windows application.
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2.3.3 Software Installation
The Epsilon5 programmer comes with the software suite called EQTools as standard. The latest
version of this software which was available at the time of shipping is supplied on CD-ROM with the
programmer. However, this software version is likely to have been superseded by a newer version.
Please check the Equinox website for the latest version of this software.
Locate the latest version of the EQTools software by browsing to:
http://www.equinox-tech.com and clicking on the tab.
EQTools versions are quoted as e.g. EQTools V2.1.0 Build 412
The filename for this version would be ‘eqtools210_412.exe’
For further information, please locate the ‘EQTools – Getting Started Guide’ PDF document either
on the CD-ROM supplied with the programmer or from the Equinox Web Site. Refer to Section 2 of
the guide for detailed EQTools installation instructions.
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2.4 Operating the programmer
The EPSILON5 programmer can be used in the following Operating Modes as detailed in the table
below:
# Programmer
Mode
Connect Control Method Upgrade Functional description
to PC
/ Software
License
COM
Required
Port
Refer
to
section
1 Development
Mode
Yes
EQTools - EDS
Standard In this mode, the programmer
Feature is controlled by EQTools Equinox Development Suite
(EDS). EDS allows you to
read/write the target device
FLASH / EEPROM / FUSE /
LOCK bits interactively under
PC control without uploading
a ‘Programming Project’ to
the programmer.
2.5
2 Standalone
Mode
No
None
Standard In this mode, the programmer
Feature is not connected to a PC and
can program a single
‘Programming Project’ into
the Target Device when the
key is pressed. (A
valid project must have been
previously uploaded to the
programmer using EQTools –
Upload Wizard.)
2.6
3 Script Mode
Yes
EQTools – Script Upgrade
Debugger
Required
or
ISP-PRO
4 ConsoleEDS
Yes
ConsoleEDS
In this mode, the programmer
is controlled from a
‘Programming Script’ running
within either the EQTools or
ISP-PRO applications on a
PC.
Upgrade In this mode, the programmer
Required is controlled via the
ConsoleEDS utility which
allows control via simple
Command Line commands
and arguments.
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App
Note
AN111
25
5 ASCII Control Yes
Mode
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ASCII Text
Upgrade In this mode, the programmer
Communications Required is controlled via a simple
ASCII Protocol. A simple
Terminal Emulator is required
to test out this mode or the
ASCII commands can be
generated by an external
controller.
See
App
Note
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2.5 Development Mode (EDS)
2.5.1 Overview
In ‘Development Mode’, the programmer is controlled from the EQTools – EDS (Equinox
Development Suite) running on a PC. The Development utility is called Equinox Development Suite or
EDS for short. In this mode it is NOT necessary to upload the ‘Programming Project’ to the
programmer as the EDS utility co-ordinates all programming operations.
In EDS Mode, you can perform the following actions under PC control:
• Write data directly to a Target Device from the PC e.g. a HEX file
• Read data from a Target Device to a file on the PC
• Write / Read the Configuration Fuses of a Target Device
• Write / Read the Security Fuses of a Target Device
• Read the Target Vcc Voltage
2.5.2 Creating a new EDS (Development Mode) Project
To test a Target Chip in EDS (Development Mode), follow the instructions detailed below:
• Launch EQTools
• From the Welcome Screen, select the ‘Create a new Equinox Development Project (EDS)’
option.
OR
• From the left-hand pane, select the tab and then select ‘New Development
Project’.
Æ The EDS Wizard will now launch
•
Follow the EDS Wizard by filling in each tab and then clicking the button:
• Select Programmer – click button to detect your attached programmer
• Select Project Type – leave as the default ‘Standalone Keypad Operation’
• Select Device – This is your Target Chip.
• Select Target Oscillator – If unsure of settings leave all settings as the defaults and click
.
• Select Target Voltage
• Select FLASH Data File (optional – you can enter the file name at a later stage in EDS)
• Select EEPROM Data File (optional – you can enter the file name at a later stage in EDS)
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•
At the end of the EDS Wizard:
Click the button
Save the EDS file with an appropriate name eg. ATmega163.eds
Æ The EDS Window will now launch – see section 2.5.4
2.5.3 Testing an existing Programming Project in a Project Collection in
EDS (Development Mode)
If you have already created a Programming Project and want to test it in EDS (Development Mode),
please follow the steps below:
•
•
•
Æ
•
•
•
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From the left-hand pane, select
Select
Browse to and select a Project Collection (*.ppc) file
Project Collection File launches in Project Manager view
Select the Programming Project you wish to test in EDS
Click the button at the bottom right of the Project Manager window
Æ The EDS window now launches with all the settings of the select Programming Project –
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2.5.4 Overview of EDS – Development Mode
The EDS Utility consists of a series of tabs. Each tab controls a different area of functionality including
FLASH Area Programming, EEPROM Area programming, Configuration Fuse Programming and
Security Fuse programming. It is also possible to set up the SPI / JTAG / UART Target Speeds and
the Power Supply Settings from EDS.
Fig. 2.5.4.1 EDS – FLASH Tab Overview
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Fig. 2.5.4.2 FLASH / EEPROM tab – functional description
#
1
File name and
properties
This specifies the ‘File Name / path’ and ‘Last updated’ date of the file to be
loaded into the Buffer Window.
•
By default, this will point to the file specified in the associated
Programming Project (*.ppm).
•
To load a different file, click the button and browse to the
required file.
2
Re-load file to
buffer
Clicking the
icon re-loads the specified Flash / EEPROM file into the
Buffer Window.
This will overwrite any information already in the Buffer Window.
3
Buffer Control
Buttons
This group of buttons control operations on the EDS – Buffer Window.
4
•
To use these buttons or to manually edit the Buffer Window, it is
necessary to check the ‘Edit Buffer’ check box.
•
This extra step helps to avoid accidental modification of data in the
buffer.
Target Control
Buttons
This group of buttons control operations on the actual Target Device.
5
Signature of
Target Device
This is the signature (Device ID) which is expected for the Target Device.
6
Buffer
Address
This is the address of the currently selected location in the Buffer Window.
7
Buffer Window
The Buffer Window displays a hexidecimal and alphanumeric
representation of the data which has either been loaded from file or read
back from a Target Device.
•
A programmer and suitable Target System must be connected
when using these buttons.
•
The bytes are grouped into rows of 16 bytes with the start address
of each row displayed in the left-hand column.
•
The Hexadecimal representation of the 16 bytes is displayed in the
middle column
•
The ASCII representation of the 16 bytes is displayed in the righthand column.
8
CRC
This is a CRC Checksum of the entire Buffer (ie. from address 0x00000 to
the end address specified in the buffer.
9
Size
This is the physical address range in bytes of the entire Buffer.
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2.5.5 Buffer Window - Control Buttons
The Buffer Window within EDS is used as a virtual data store which allows data to be transferred from
file Æ Buffer Window Æ Target Device and vice-versa.
The ‘Buffer – Control Buttons’ support operations on the data in the Buffer Window including loading a
file into Buffer or saving the contents of the Buffer to file. These buttons do NOT initiate any actual
programming operation of the Target Device.
#
1
Button
Description / Purpose
•
Re-loads the specified HEX / Binary file into the Buffer Window.
Re-load File
2
Edit Buffer
•
•
Tick the box to enable manual editing of the Buffer Window.
This will also allow the , and buttons to be
selected.
3
•
This button allows you to manually browse to select a file to be load
into the Buffer Window.
•
The path will default to the path set up in the Programming Project
(if a file is specified).
•
This button allows you to save the contents of the Buffer Window to
a file.
4
It is possible to specify the following properties for the file:
5
•
File type (HEX / Binary)
•
File Start and End Address
•
This button erases the entire contents of the Buffer Window.
•
All locations are set to the value 0xFF.
6
•
This button allows you to fill a specified area of the Buffer Window
with a specified value.
7
Calc CRC
•
This button calculates the CRC Checksum of the specified range of
the Buffer Window.
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2.5.6 Example of using EDS
Here is an example of how to use EDS:
• Select the tab
• Click the button to load a file
• Click the button to check the Device Signature of the Target Chip
• Click the button to write the data in the Buffer Window to the Target Device
• Click the tab to select operations on the EEPROM area of the Target Chip/
• Click the tab to read / write the Target Chip ‘Configuration Fuses’
• Click the tab to read / write the Target Chip ‘Security Options’
For further instructions about how to use the EDS utility, please refer to the ‘EQTools – Getting
Started Guide’ which can be found on the CD-ROM supplied with the programmer.
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2.6 Standalone Mode
2.6.1 Overview
In ‘Standalone Mode’, the programmer is not connected to the PC and is controlled via the
and push buttons on the front panel instead. This is ideal for both field and production ISP
requirements as the programming data is held locally in FLASH memory on the programmer so a PC
is not required.
The LED Status Indicators are used to display the current status of the programmer. A single
‘Programming Project’ must be uploaded to the programmer using the EQTools ‘Upload Wizard’
before the programmer can be operated in Standalone Mode.
2.6.2 Steps required before operating the programmer in Standalone Mode
Before operating the programmer in Standalone Mode, you will need to:
• Create a Development Mode Project in EDS
• Use EDS to test that all the project parameters are correct by attempting to program the
FLASH, EEPROM, Fuses and Security Options of the Target Chip
• Once you are happy that the EDS project is working correctly, you then need to export
your EDS project to Project Builder.
• Compile the Project in Project Builder
• Add the Project to a Project Collection using Project Manager
• Upload the Project Collection to the attached programmer using Upload Wizard.
2.6.3 How to export your Development (EDS) project to Project Builder
To export your Development (EDS) project to Project Builder:
• In EDS Mode, select the tab
• Click the button
Æ EDS window will close and your project will be opened by Project Builder
• On the top icon bar within EQTools, click the icon
Æ the project will be compiled
• Select
Æ your project will be added as an entry in the Project Manager window
• Save the Project Collection with a suitable name eg. Myprojects.ppc
• Click the icon on the icon bar to upload the Project Collection to the
programmer.
Æ the utility will launch
• Follow the on-screen instructions to upload the Project Collection to the programmer.
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2.6.4 Executing a Programming Project in Standalone Mode
#
Action
Observation / comment
1
Connect the programmer to a spare PC COM
port
2
Apply power to the Programmer / Target
System
Æ Programmer Target Vcc LED illuminates
See section 3 for Power Supply scenarios
3
Upload your ‘Programming Project(s)’ to the
programmer
To upload ‘Programming Project(s)’ to the
programmer:
• Locate your Project Collection (*.ppc)
file.
• Click the