iSystem iC5000 CI BlueBox On-Chip User manual

iC5000 CI BlueBox
User Manual
V1.3, August 2023
isystem.com/start

General safety instructions
Please read the following safety precautions carefully before putting this device to use to avoid
any personal injuries, damage to the instrument, or to the target system. Use this instrument
only for its intended purpose as specified by this manual to prevent potential hazards.
Use included power cord and power supply
The enclosed power supply has been approved for use by iSYSTEM. Please contact iSYSTEM if
you need to consider an alternative power.
Use grounding wire
Prior to applying power to either the BlueBox or the target, connect the device and the target
system together with the included grounding wire. This is to avoid potential damage caused by
any voltage difference between the device and the target system.
Use proper overvoltage protection
Ensure proper protection to avoid exposing the BlueBox device or the operator to overvoltage
surges (e.g. caused by thunderstorm, mains power).
Do not operate without cover
Do not operate the device with cover removed.
Avoid circuit and wire exposure
Do not touch exposed components or wires when the device is powered.
Do not operate with suspected damage
If you suspect damage may have occurred, the BlueBox device must be inspected by qualified
service personnel before further operation.
Do not operate the device outside its rated supply voltage or environmental range
Consult with iSYSTEM before using equipment outside of the parameters provided in this
manual.
This symbol is used within the manual to highlight further safety notices.

Contents
Package content ................................................................................................................................ 4
Specifications ....................................................................................................................................... 5
Operation ............................................................................................................................................... 6
Device description ................................................................................................................................... 7
Hardware Setup and Configuration ..................................................................................................... 9
Accessories ......................................................................................................................................... 10
Declarations ....................................................................................................................................... 11

Package content
iC5000 CI BlueBox On-Chip Analyzer is a hardware platform which allows hardware debugging
and testing a wide range of embedded microcontroller platforms that are based on a variety of
processor architectures and is implemented into Continuous Integration (CI) infrastructures.
Functionality can be further extended with the addition of our Active Probes. iC5000 CI comes
with almost the same functionality as the standalone products and is licensed on yearly
subscription basis.
The standard iC5000 CI order is delivered with the following components:
iC5000 CI with
pre-assembled DTM module
25 cm 40-pin ribbon cable
Power supply
Ordering code:
IC50000-CI
Ordering code:
IC50020-25
Ordering code:
IC30000-PS
USB 2.0 cable
Ethernet cable
Grounding wire
Ordering code:
BB-USB20-180
Ordering code:
BB-ETHCAT5-200
Ordering code:
BB-WIRE

Specifications
GENERAL
Operating temperature
10°C to 40°C
Storage temperature
-10°C to 60°C
Humidity
5% to 80% RH
MECHANICAL
Size
122 x 127 x 45 mm (W x D x H)
Weight
approx. 500g
OPERATION
Communication
interfaces to PC
USB 2.0, 10/100 Mbps Ethernet
Supply voltage
10V to 24V DC
Power consumption
< 8W
ELECTRICAL
Debug signal valid
input voltage range
1.8V to 5.5V DC
Debug signals
47 series termination/protection resistors, ESD protection devices.
Depending on the specific debug adapter, termination might be
different from 47 on some critical signals.
All inputs except the
TDO
10 kOhm pull-up resistor
TDO input
10 kOhm pull-down resistor
TMS and TDI debug
signals
10 kOhm pull-up resistor
RESET
1 kOhm pull-up resistor, buffer-driven to prevent current flow into an
unpowered iC5000 from a powered target board
TAR_VREF (target
reference voltage) pin
100 kOhm input impedance

Operation
Device overview

Device description
A – Two connectors, marked #1 and #2. These connectors are the interface to the target
microcontroller. Depending on the target microcontroller debug features, the supplied ribbon-
cables will need to be connected to either connector #1 only or connectors #1 and #2.
B – The indicator lights provide the status of the hardware:
Power Indicator
· On – Powered on
· Off – Powered off
R – Running Indicator
· On – Target microcontroller is executing code
· Off – Target microcontroller is halted
F –Free Indicator
· On – BlueBox is available for a connection from a host PC
· Off – Active connection to the BlueBox from a host PC exists
C – The grounding socket (GND) should be used, together with the supplied Grounding wire to
create an electrical connection between the BlueBox and the target circuitry. The socket is
suitable for a 2 mm Multi Contact Plug (also known as a Banana Plug) if building a longer or a
replacement cable on your own.
D– Power Switch
E – Power Supply Socket
The socket and plug are latching to stop the plug from being accidentally pulled out of the
socket. To remove the power plug from the socket, always pull gently of the sleeve of the plug
and never on the wire.

F – 10/100 Ethernet Socket
G– USB 2.0 Socket
Recommended to use the USB 2.0 cable. The USB 2.0 interface provides the highest possible
data transfer rate of the two available interfaces. Use of alternate cables must be undertaken at
your own risk.
Both the 10/100 Ethernet Socket and the USB 2.0 Socket can be connected to a network/PC
simultaneously. The active interface will be determined by whichever interface winIDEA connects
to first.
When powering on the system, switch the BlueBox unit on before powering on the Target.
When powering down the system, power off the Target before powering off the BlueBox
unit!
FBridge port is not Ethernet port!
Use only original iSYSTEM accessories for powering and connecting with the BlueBox
unit. Consult with iSYSTEM before attempting to use any other accessory.
Differences between BlueBox CI and BlueBox
BlueBox CI
BlueBox
Business Model
Subscription
Perpetual or Subscription
System price
*
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Debug & Test functionalities
via winIDEA GUI
Debug & Test functionalities
via SDK APIs
For more information refer to [e-mail].

Hardware Setup and Configuration
For a detailed visual presentation of the hardware setup and configuration, refer to
Getting started tutorial. Use short link isystem.com/start.
1. Connect the power supply cable. BlueBox should be switched off.
2. First connect via USB. Later you can configure TCP/IP connection to work remotely.
3. Connect the Grounding wire to the BlueBox and the Target.
If the Grounding wire is not connected, the ground potential difference between the
BlueBox and the Target can exceed well over 1000V even before any of the devices are
powered up. This voltage difference is discharged over the BlueBox and the Target,
leading to the possible destruction of electronic components.
4. Connect the ribbon cable to the Debug Adapter. Connect the ribbon cable to the Debug
Adapter.
5. Connect the ribbon cable to the BlueBox connector(s).
6. Connect the Debug Adapter to the Target. To disconnect squeeze the two metal latches on
the ribbon cables.
7. Power on procedure:
· BlueBox
· Target
8. Install winIDEA and create a new workspace.

Accessories
Various debug adapters are available to connect the iC5000 CI to a wide range target debug
connector as commonly found on microcontroller development boards.
More information about our products on www.isystem.com or via [e-mail].