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General| Programming Interface | USB |
|---|---|
| Operating Modes | Standalone |
| Category | Programmer/Debugger |
| Supported Devices | Microcontrollers |
| Interface | USB, JTAG, SWD, BDM |
| Dimensions | Varies by model |
| Weight | Varies by model |
Provides an overview of the features of the Cyclone Universal and Cyclone Universal FX.
Installing the necessary software and drivers for Cyclone configuration and control.
Configuring target power management and connecting the Cyclone to the PC.
Creating a self-sufficient data object for stand-alone programming using the Image Creation Utility.
Programming the target device using the created SAP image by pressing the Start button.
Displays configuration, process, and allows menu navigation.
Provide visual indication of programming process results (Error/Success).
Initiates the programming process manually when the Cyclone is configured.
Allows access to headers and power jumpers for configuration.
Describes the required power supply and its connection point.
Details the DB9 female connector for RS232 communication with a host computer.
Details the RJ45 socket for Ethernet communication with a host computer.
Details the USB connector for Universal Serial Bus communications.
Describes the two relays used for cycling target power and their specifications.
Describes input/output jacks for target power supply and their relay connections.
Performs a hard reset of the Cyclone system.
Allows storing programming images larger than internal memory.
Intended for future use and not currently enabled.
Intended for future use and not currently enabled.
Software configurable oscillator for MON08 debugging.
Module for keeping accurate timing even when the Cyclone is turned off.
Jumpers for configuring various power management options for the Cyclone.
Headers for target connections supporting various architectures.
Details pin definitions for JTAG and SWD modes for ARM targets.
Details pin definitions for JTAG and SWD modes for ARM targets.
Pinouts for Qorivva, SPC5, DSC, S32 targets.
Optional adapter that may be used on Port C.
Pinout for ColdFire V2/3/4 family microprocessors.
Pinout for MON08 debugging.
Pinout for various NXP MCUs like RS08, S12Z, ColdFire +/V1.
Pinout for Power MPC5xx/8xx BDM targets.
Pin definitions for JTAG and SWD modes for ARM targets.
Describes ribbon cables for connecting Cyclone to target devices.
Explains four power management schemes and required jumper settings.
Details target power connection via Cyclone's Power In and Out jacks.
Details target power connection using Cyclone's internal power and Power Out jack.
Details target power via Cyclone's internal power and Debug Connector TVCC.
Details target power via Power IN Jack and Debug Connector TVCC Pin.
Describes powering the target device independently of the Cyclone.
The primary screen displayed when the Cyclone is powered on or the Home button is tapped.
Icons on the home screen indicating Cyclone status, programming status, power, and connectivity.
Main area of home screen, configurable via IP Configuration Utility for displaying specific items.
Displays programming operation results in the lower left corner of the home screen.
An info icon appears when an error occurs, allowing access to detailed error descriptions.
An optional button to perform specific functions when pressed.
Accessible via the "Menu" button, contains selections for operation like "Current Image Options".
Allows the user to select one of the available programming images for programming operations.
Presents options to select or configure programming images on the Cyclone.
Configure the Cyclone's network settings, time/date, and LCD display settings.
View/edit IP settings, toggle static/dynamic IP, and rename the Cyclone.
Configure the Cyclone's date, time, timezone settings, and formatting options.
Adjust or customize the Cyclone's LCD touchscreen display brightness and calibration.
Configure the display detail level for programming and verifying procedures.
Choose specific information to display on home screen lines 2-8.
Format internal memory or the SD card (FX only).
Configure an auxiliary button for performing specific functions.
View status information regarding various aspects of the Cyclone.
Detailed guide to configuring the Cyclone Universal and FX for stand-alone programming.
Select the CPU manufacturer and architecture for the target device.
User selects the appropriate target architecture from a device tree for configuration.
Define the programming sequence and functions for the target device.
Specifies the algorithm, S-Record, and operations to be carried out in the programming sequence.
Select proper communication mode and rate for programming operations.
Configure target MCU I/O voltage and power management options.
Summarize the current configuration for future reference and image identification.
Configure additional security settings for the Cyclone Universal FX.
Place restrictions on image usage like date limits or program counts.
View statistics related to specified restrictions for programming images.
Program the current configuration into the Cyclone for operation.
Utility to store and manage multiple images in memory or on SD card.
Using the physical Start button for stand-alone programming operations.
Describes the two LEDs (Error, Success) indicating the current operation stage.
Step-by-step procedure for operating the Cyclone via the Start button and LEDs.
Illustrates stand-alone programming using the Start button and common operations.
Operating the Cyclone by making selections from the touchscreen LCD menu.
The primary screen displayed when the Cyclone is powered on or the Home button is tapped.
Icons on the home screen indicating various Cyclone attributes and status.
Main area of the home screen, configurable via IP Configuration Utility.
Displays programming operation results in the lower left corner of the home screen.
An info icon appears when an error occurs, allowing access to detailed error descriptions.
An optional button to perform specific functions when pressed.
Accessible via the "Menu" button, contains selections for operation like "Current Image Options".
Execute specific Stand-Alone Programming functions by tapping the desired function.
Execute the programming function, equivalent to pressing the Start button.
Performs a verification function on the data programmed into the target device.
Toggles target power and ensures ports are driven to debug mode level.
Performs CRC32 validation on the currently selected programming image.
Choose between validating the image each time or not validating it.
View and modify the current serial number for programming operations.
Displays statistics for programmed count, errors, and date range for FX models.
Using a PowerPack for portable field updates without PC or power outlet.
Overview of options for automating control of one or more Cyclone units.
Included edition with Cyclone Launch Application and DLL control for one unit.
Separate edition controlling up to three Cyclone units via DLL.
Separate edition controlling unlimited Cyclones via DLL, RS232, Ethernet.
Details of Launch Application, DLL, and RS232/Ethernet options for automated control.
Uses simple ASCII script files for PC control of Cyclone operations.
Creates PC applications to control Cyclone units using a dynamic link library.
Protocols for environments without Windows PCs or for production environments.
Brief description of Hubs, Switches, and Routers in network architectures.
Essential IP, Subnet Mask, and Gateway parameters for network operation.
Explains TCP/IP and UDP/IP protocols, focusing on UDP for real-time operations.
Methods for establishing a connection between Cyclone and PC via Ethernet.
Connecting devices via a Hub using standard Ethernet cables and setting IP numbers.
Direct connection using a cross-over Ethernet cable.
Configuring IP address and connection settings via the Cyclone's menu.
Accessing network settings via the Main Menu.
Displays current IP settings including mode, IP, mask, gateway, MAC address.
Explains Static IP addressing and Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol (DHCP).
Allows editing of IP, Mask, and Gateway in Static IP mode.
Utility to configure Cyclone with network parameters.
Configures specific items to display on the Cyclone's home screen.
Steps to update network parameters using the IP Configuration Utility.
Explains the serial number mechanism, types, and properties for products.
Utility to create, visualize, edit, and maintain serial number files.
Selecting and managing serial number files for programming.
Setting the length of the serial number in bytes.
Counting up or down through the serial number sequence.
Displaying serial number bytes in hexadecimal format.
Displaying and modifying upper bounds for serial number bytes.
Displaying and modifying lower bounds for serial number bytes.
Example demonstrating serial number file creation and properties.
Commands to invoke serial number file and program/increment serial numbers.
How the Cyclone firmware implements automatic serial number programming and incrementation.
List of error codes related to debug mode communication.
List of error codes related to SAP image storage, transfer, and validation.
List of error codes related to SAP communication.
List of error codes for algorithm header operations.
List of error codes for SAP operation failures.
List of error codes for blank check and module errors.
List of error codes for erase range and module errors.
List of error codes for programming byte, word, and module errors.
List of error codes for verify checksum operations.
List of error codes for verify range and module operations.
List of error codes for user function failures.
List of error codes related to trim operations.
List of unrecoverable fatal errors, advising to contact P&E.
List of error codes related to operation security.
List of error codes related to external memory.
List of error codes related to serial number operations.
List of error codes for download counter operations.
List of recoverable system hardware, firmware, or logic errors.
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