iSystem iC5000 CI BlueBox On-Chip User manual

iC5000 CI BlueBox On-Chip Analyzer
User Manual
V1.1

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Contents
iC5000 CI BlueBox
Important safety notice ......................................................................................................................... 5
Package content ...................................................................................................................................... 6
Specifications ........................................................................................................................................... 7
Operation ................................................................................................................................................... 8
Device description ..............................................................................................................................................................................................................9
Connecting the iC5000 CI to the Target ...........................................................................................................................................................11
Accessories ............................................................................................................................................. 14
Declarations ............................................................................................................................................ 16
User Notes .............................................................................................................................................. 17
User Notes .............................................................................................................................................. 18
User Notes .............................................................................................................................................. 19

iC5000 CI BlueBox
iC5000 CI BlueBox On-Chip Analyzer - 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.
iC5000 CI comes with almost the same functionality as the standalone products and is
licensed on yearly subscription basis.
Continuous Integration (CI) - A combination of iSYSTEM BlueBox hardware, software and
consulting services on how to setup the hardware and software of a CI infrastructure, which is
based on building test racks with multiple hardware setups – each consisting of the
embedded target hardware and iC5000/iC5700 CI.
winIDEA IDE - Integrated Software Development Environment delivers the visual insights
required to debug the embedded application, performs timing analysis, measures code
coverage, visualizes RTOS task states and much more. More information
isystem.com/winideaide.
testIDEA - The testIDEA environment simplifies the development of unit tests for embedded
applications. More information isystem.com/testidea.
isystem.connect - Application programming interface (API) with Software Development Kit
(SDK) and supporting a variety of programming languages makes almost the entire range of
features provided by our software, such as winIDEA, its Analyzer and testIDEA, and the
capabilities of our hardware development tools, such as our BlueBox technology and their IOM
accessories. More information isystem.com/sdk.
iSYSTEM's solutions run under the Microsoft® Windows® operating system or optionally
within the Eclipse environment through a plugin. All our software can be downloaded from the
Downloads page at http://www.isystem.com.

Important safety notice
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 - Please 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.

Package content
The standard iC5000 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
User Manual

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
The top face of the iC5000 CI features two key areas; the DTM connectors A and the indicator
lights B:
A – The Debug Trace Module (DTM) provides 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 iC5000 CI hardware as follows:
Power Indicator – Green
§ On – Powered on
§ Off – Powered off
R - Running Indicator – Red
§ On – Target
microcontroller is
executing code
§ Off – Target
microcontroller is
halted
F - Free Indicator – Yellow
§ On – BlueBox is
available for a
connection from a
host PC
§ Off – Active
connection to the
BlueBox from a host
PC exists
The front face of the iC5000 CI features:
C – The grounding socket (marked GND) should be used, together with the supplied Grounding
Wire to create an electrical connection between the iC5000 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.
The rear face of the iC5000 CI features the remaining connectors as follows:
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
It is recommended to use the supplied USB 2.0 cable delivered with your iC5000 CI as it has
been confirmed to fulfill the maximum USB 2.0 transfer rate. Use of alternate cables must be
undertaken at your own risk. The USB 2.0 interface provides the highest possible data transfer
rate of the two available interfaces. It is highly recommended to use the USB 2.0 when using
the trace feature due to the quantity of data to be uploaded to the PC.
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 iC5000 and iC5000 CI
iC5000 CI
iC5000
License type
Subscription
Perpetual or Subscription
System price
Lower
Regular
Debug & Test functionalities
via winIDEA GUI
Debug & Test functionalities
via SDK APIs