Equinox Systems ISP juno User manual

User
Guide

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Contents
Copyright Information ...........................................................................................................3
Equinox Warranty Information .............................................................................................4
Electromagnetic Compatibility (EMC) Compliance.............................................................6
Technical Support..................................................................................................................7
Product Documentation........................................................................................................8
i. Overview..........................................................................................................................8
ii. Documentation and software for the ISPJUNO programmer...........................................9
iii. Device algorithm - Application notes..............................................................................9
iv. Programmer related - Application notes.......................................................................10
1.0 Introduction....................................................................................................................11
2.0 Programmer Overview / Specifications .......................................................................13
2.1 Programmers covered in this manual.........................................................................13
2.2 ISPjuno programmer - Main Features.........................................................................14
2.3 ISPjuno - System Contents.........................................................................................15
2.4 Hardware Overview (external layout)..........................................................................16
2.5 Programmer Status LEDs...........................................................................................17
2.6 Programmer – Controlled Power Supplies..................................................................18
2.7 Communication / Control Ports...................................................................................18
3.0 Powering the ISPjuno programmer..............................................................................19
3.1 Overview.....................................................................................................................19
3.2 Programmer power connectors...................................................................................19
3.3 ISPjuno - Power Supply overview...............................................................................20
3.4 External mains power adaptor via DC jack socket......................................................22
3.5 External DC supply via DC jack socket.......................................................................23
3.6 PC USB port power via programmer USB port...........................................................24
3.7 Customer Target System / Target Supply...................................................................25
3.8 Power the Juno with an External USB 'Power bank'...................................................26
4.0 Powering the Target System.........................................................................................27
4.1 Overview.....................................................................................................................27
4.2 Target System – independently powered....................................................................28
4.2.1 Overview of external powering...........................................................................28
4.2.2 Instructions for target independent powering .....................................................29
4.3 Target System – powered by the programmer............................................................30
4.3.1 Overview ............................................................................................................30
4.3.2 Pre-set Output voltages......................................................................................30
4.3.3 Programmer signal IO (line driver) voltage range...............................................31
4.3.4 Programmer power supply - current limit............................................................31
4.3.5 Configuring the programmer to power the Target System..................................32
5.0 Target ISP connection – Selection Guide....................................................................33
5.1 Overview of ISP connectors........................................................................................33
5.2 Programmer – Target I/O Signals...............................................................................34
5.3 Supported programming interfaces.............................................................................35
5.4 Programmer Target I/O Capability..............................................................................35
5.5 Overview of Target Interface Connector Modules (TIMs)...........................................36
5.6 Target ISP Port – 16-way connector pin-out...............................................................38

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5.6 Equinox 10-way Header - Generic pin-out..................................................................40
6.0 ISPjuno - Standalone Mode Operation.........................................................................42
6.1 Overview.....................................................................................................................42
6.2 Standalone Programming Project...............................................................................42
6.3 Keypad functions ........................................................................................................43
6.4 Entering ‘Project selection’ mode................................................................................44
6.5 Selecting a project from the ‘Project List’....................................................................44
6.6 Selecting a project to execute.....................................................................................45
6.7 Project execution mode - sequence............................................................................45
6.8 Project - PASS............................................................................................................46
6.9 Project – FAIL – error messages ................................................................................46
6.10 Repeatedly executing the same project....................................................................47
6.11 Programmer power-up – auto-selection of project....................................................48
Appendix 1 - 10-way ISP Header - Selection Guide ..........................................................49
1.0 Overview.....................................................................................................................49
2.0 10-way IDC connector – Equinox generic pin-out.......................................................49
3.1 Equinox 10-way Header - AVR SPI Interface..............................................................51
3.2 10-way JTAG header - non-standard pin-out..............................................................52
3.3 Equinox 10-way Header (ATtiny11/12/15 HV Interface) .............................................53
3.4 Equinox 10-way Header (UART Boot Loader)............................................................55
Appendix 2 – ARM Target Interface Module (TIM).............................................................57
Appendix 3 – AVR Target Interface Module (TIM) .............................................................58

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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 – 2018 Copyright Equinox Technologies UK Limited. All rights reserved.
MicrochipTM and AVRTM are trademarks of the Microchip Corporation
Microsoft, MS-DOS, WindowsTM, Windows 95TM, Windows 98TM, Windows XPTM and Windows NT4TM
are registered trademarks of the Microsoft Corporation
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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 over-voltage,
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 ‘ISPjuno Programmer’ is a CE Approved Products. They are designed for use in an ESD
controlled environment i.e. in 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 programmer 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.
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
If you have a technical support problem regarding this product, please consult the following
list for help:
i. User Manual
ii. On-line help
Press <F1> for help at any time when running EQTools or ISP-PRO.
The help system is context-sensitive. Simply press <F1>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.
iii. Internet Web Site
The support page for all Equinox ISP Programmers can be found at:
http://www.equinox-tech.com/products/downloadsearch.asp
iv. E-mail
Please e-mail any technical support questions about this product to:
[e-mail]
v. Fax
Please fax any technical support questions about this product to: [phone]
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
i. Overview
This manual provides an overview of the contents of the ISPjuno programming systems 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
Software:
EQTools Script Builder – Manual
This software is used to create and upload ‘Standalone
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 ‘Standalone 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.
•
Application Note - AN117
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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ii. Documentation and software for the ISPJUNO programmer
In line with our policy of continuous improvement, the software and associated documentation for this
product are updated on a regular basis. You can download the latest software, firmware, User
Manuals and application notes for the ISPJUNO programmer from the following pages on the Equinox
website:
1. ISPJUNO programmer
See http://www.equinox-tech.com/products/details.asp?ID=1543&displ=tl
You may be asked to register / log in to download some of these files.
iii. Device algorithm - Application notes
The table below lists the Application Notes available for helping to create ‘Programming Projects’
for different device families.
Application
Note
Device Family
Programming
Interface
AN100
Atmel - AT89Sxxxx FLASH microcontrollers
SPI
AN101
Atmel - AVR FLASH microcontrollers via the SPI Interface
SPI
AN105
Atmel - AVR FLASH microcontrollers via the JTAG Interface
JTAG
AN118
Generic I2C 24xxx Serial EEPROM memories
I2C
AN122
Atmel - AT91SAM7 ARM7 FLASH microcontrollers
JTAG / SWD
AN128
NXP – LPCxxx ARM7 FLASH microcontrollers
JTAG / SWD
AN140
ST STM32 Fxxx - ARM Cortex FLASH microcontrollers
JTAG / SWD
AN146
In-System Programming (ISP) of Silicon Labs - Gecko - ARM
FLASH microcontroller families SWD
These application notes can be found in PDF format on the CD-ROM which was supplied with the
programmer. You can also find the very latest versions on the “ISPJUNO Download Page" on the
Equinox website.