NEC PG-FP4 User manual

Document No. U15260EJ3V1UM00 (3rd edition)
Date Published March 2003 N CP(K)
Printed in Japan
2001
User’s Manual
PG-FP4
Flash Memory Programmer

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[MEMO]

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PG-FP4 complies with the EMC protection requirements
WARNING
This is a ‘Class A’ (EN 55022: 1998) equipment. This equipment can cause radio
frequency noise when used in the residential area. In such cases, the user/operator of
the equipment may be required to take appropriate countermeasures under their own
responsibility.
EEDT-ST-001-11
CAUTION
This equipment should be handled like a CMOS semiconductor device. The user must
take all precautions to avoid build-up of static electricity while working with this
equipment. All test and measurement tool including the workbench must be grounded.
The user/operator must be grounded using the wrist strap. The connectors and/or
device pins should not be touched with bare hands.
EEDT-ST-004-10

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MAJOR REVISIONS IN THIS EDITION (1/2)
Page Contents
Throughout Change of URL of NEC Electronics Corporation.
pp.18 to 21 CHAPTER 2 HARDWARE INSTALLATION
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•Addition of operating software Windouws 2000 and Windows XP
p.18 2.1 System Requirements
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•Change from “PC-9821 series”to “PC-9800 series”
p.20 2.3.2 PG-FP4 control panel and connectors
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•Change of status LED color from yellow to orange
pp.22 to 23 Addition of 2.3.9 I2C adapter
pp.27, 31 to 33 3.1.1 GUI software installation
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p.33 Addition of 3.1.2 USB driver installation
p.38 3.1.3 GUI software uninstallation
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p.39 3.2 Firmware and GUI Software Update Installation
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p.43 Change of Figure 4-3 GUI Software Main Window
p.44 Addition of [Programmer] −[Select Programming area…] button to Table 4-1 Toolbar Buttons
pp.52 to 54 4.4.2 [Programmer] menu
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pp.55 to 71 4.4.3 [Device] menu
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p.70 Change of Figure 4-32 About Window
pp.72 to 81 CHAPTER 5 SAMPLE PROGRAMMING SESSION USING GUI SOFTWARE
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pp.83, 84, 89 CHAPTER 6 PG-FP4 OPERATION IN STANDALONE MODE
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pp.90 to 94 CHAPTER 7 CONNECTORS AND CABLES
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interface connector and HD-Sub 25 parallel host connector.
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pp.97 to 100 CHAPTER 8 NOTES ON TARGET SYSTEMS
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pp.108 to 115 CHAPTER 10 ERROR MESSAGES
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p.116 Addition of APPENDIX A REVISION HISTORY
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PREFACE
Target Readers This manual is intended for users who use the PG-FP4 when designing and
developing a system using an NEC Electronics on-chip flash memory
microcontroller.
Purpose This manual is intended to give users an understanding of the basic specifications
and correct use of the PG-FP4.
By using the PG-FP4, programs can be easily erased from or written to the flash
memory of an NEC Electronics on-chip flash memory microcontroller, or can be
verified on WindowsTM screens, while the microcontroller is mounted on the user
board.
Organization This manual includes the following sections.
•Overview
•Hardware installation
•Software installation
•PG-FP4 operation using GUI software
•Sample programming session using GUI software
•PG-FP4 operation in standalone mode
•Connectors and cables
•Notes on target system
•Target system interface circuits
•Error messages
How to Read This Manual To understand the overall functions and usage of the PG-FP4, read this manual in
the order of the CONTENTS.
Be sure to read CHAPTER 4 PG-FP4 OPERATION USING GUI SOFTWARE
because this chapter presents important information for using the PG-FP4.
It is assumed that the readers of this manual have general knowledge of electricity,
logic circuits, and microcontrollers.
In the explanations of the operation of the applications, it is also assumed that the
readers have sufficient knowledge of Windows.
For the usage and terminology of Windows 95, Windows 98, Windows NTTM,
Windows Me, Windows 2000, and Windows XP, refer to each Windows manual.
Conventions Note: Footnote for item marked with Note in the text.
Caution: Information requiring particular attention
Remark: Supplementary information
Numeral representation: Binary … ×××× or ××××B
Decimal … ××××
Hexadecimal … 0××××H or ××××H
“ ”: Any character or item on screen
OK : Name of button
[]: Menu
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Terminology The meanings of the terms used in this manual are as follows.
Term Meaning
FP4 Abbreviation of flash memory programmer PG-FP4
GUI software Windows application to operate PG-FP4 using GUI software
Target device NEC Electronics on-chip flash memory microcontroller
Target system User-designed board on which NEC Electronics on-chip flash
memory microcontroller is mounted
FA adapter Adapter board to write programs to NEC Electronics on-chip flash
memory microcontrollerNote
Note The FA adapter board is a product of Naito Densei Machida Mfg. Co., Ltd.
If you have any questions about the FA adapter board, contact:
Naito Densei Machida Mfg. Co., Ltd. Tel: [phone]

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CONTENTS
CHAPTER 1 OVERVIEW ..........................................................................................................................16
1.1 Features .....................................................................................................................................16
1.2 PG-FP4 Configuration in Graphical User Interface (GUI) Mode ...........................................16
CHAPTER 2 HARDWARE INSTALLATION............................................................................................18
2.1 System Requirements...............................................................................................................18
2.2 Package Contents .....................................................................................................................18
2.3 System Configuration and Components ................................................................................19
2.3.1 Host computer ................................................................................................................................19
2.3.2 PG-FP4 control panel and connectors ...........................................................................................20
2.3.3 Target system.................................................................................................................................21
2.3.4 Power supply ..................................................................................................................................21
2.3.5 RS-232C host connection...............................................................................................................21
2.3.6 Parallel host connector ...................................................................................................................21
2.3.7 USB port .........................................................................................................................................22
2.3.8 Target cable....................................................................................................................................22
2.3.9 I2C adapter......................................................................................................................................22
CHAPTER 3 SOFTWARE INSTALLATION ............................................................................................24
3.1 Graphical User Interface...........................................................................................................24
3.1.1 GUI software installation.................................................................................................................24
3.1.2 USB driver installation ....................................................................................................................33
3.1.3 GUI software uninstallation.............................................................................................................38
3.2 Firmware and GUI Software Update Installation ....................................................................39
3.2.1 Firmware update installation...........................................................................................................40
CHAPTER 4 PG-FP4 OPERATION USING GUI SOFTWARE ............................................................41
4.1 Introduction ...............................................................................................................................41
4.2 Starting up the GUI Software ...................................................................................................42
4.3 Toolbar .......................................................................................................................................44
4.4 Menus .........................................................................................................................................44
4.4.1 [File] menu......................................................................................................................................44
4.4.2 [Programmer] menu........................................................................................................................51
4.4.3 [Device] menu.................................................................................................................................55
4.4.4 [Help] menu ....................................................................................................................................70
CHAPTER 5 SAMPLE PROGRAMMING SESSION USING GUI SOFTWARE..................................71
CHAPTER 6 PG-FP4 OPERATION IN STANDALONE MODE ...........................................................82
6.1 PG-FP4 Operation Menu ...........................................................................................................83
6.1.1 [Commands] menu .........................................................................................................................83
6.1.2 [Type Setting] menu .......................................................................................................................85
6.1.3 [Option Setting] menu.....................................................................................................................86
6.1.4 [Voltage Setting] menu ...................................................................................................................88
6.1.5 [Utility/Misc.] menu .........................................................................................................................89

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CHAPTER 7 CONNECTORS AND CABLES.........................................................................................90
7.1 Power Supply Connector .........................................................................................................90
7.2 HD-Sub 9 Serial Host Connector .............................................................................................91
7.2.1 RS-232C cable (crossed) ............................................................................................................... 91
7.3 HD-Sub 15 Target Interface Connector...................................................................................92
7.4 Target Cable Specifications.....................................................................................................93
7.5 Parallel Host Connector ...........................................................................................................95
7.6 USB Port ....................................................................................................................................96
CHAPTER 8 NOTES ON TARGET SYSTEMS .....................................................................................97
CHAPTER 9 TARGET SYSTEM INTERFACE CIRCUITS..................................................................101
9.1 SO/TxD, RESET .......................................................................................................................101
9.2 SCK...........................................................................................................................................102
9.3 SI/RxD, HS................................................................................................................................103
9.4 CLK...........................................................................................................................................103
9.5 FLMD0, FLMD1 ........................................................................................................................104
9.6 VDD, VDD2 ..................................................................................................................................104
9.7 VPP ...........................................................................................................................................105
CHAPTER 10 ERROR MESSAGES......................................................................................................106
10.1 Error Messages of PG-FP4 in Standalone Mode..................................................................106
10.2 GUI Software Fatal Error Messages ......................................................................................108
10.3 GUI Software Error Messages................................................................................................111
10.4 GUI Software Information Messages ....................................................................................114
APPENDIX A REVISION HISTORY ......................................................................................................116

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LIST OF FIGURES (1/3)
Figure No. Title Page
1-1 PG-FP4 Configuration in GUI Software Mode............................................................................................. 16
2-1 PG-FP4 System Configuration .................................................................................................................... 19
2-2 PG-FP4 Top View ....................................................................................................................................... 20
2-3 PG-FP4 Target Interface/Power/Serial Host Connectors............................................................................ 20
2-4 PG-FP4 Parallel Host Connector/USB Port Interface.................................................................................. 21
2-5 Connection Diagram.................................................................................................................................... 22
2-6 I2C Adapter .................................................................................................................................................. 22
2-7 Connection Diagram When Using I2C Adapter............................................................................................ 23
3-1 Initial Status of Setup Screen ...................................................................................................................... 24
3-2 <Japanese/English Selection> Dialog Box.................................................................................................. 25
3-3 Setup Preparation ....................................................................................................................................... 25
3-4 Welcome Window........................................................................................................................................ 25
3-5 Setup Type Selection Window .................................................................................................................... 26
3-6 Software License Agreement Window ........................................................................................................ 27
3-7 Installation Start Window............................................................................................................................. 28
3-8 Choose Folder Window ............................................................................................................................... 29
3-9 Select Program Folder Window................................................................................................................... 30
3-10 Start Copying Files Window ........................................................................................................................ 30
3-11 Installation Progress Window...................................................................................................................... 31
3-12 Setup Is Complete Window ......................................................................................................................... 31
3-13 Program Folder After Installation................................................................................................................. 32
3-14 When Connection of PG-FP4 to USB Port Is Detected............................................................................... 33
3-15 Welcome to the Found New Hardware Wizard Window.............................................................................. 34
3-16 Install New Hardware Wizard Window ........................................................................................................ 34
3-17 Locate Driver Files Window......................................................................................................................... 35
3-18 Window for Specifying Driver Files to Be Copied 1..................................................................................... 35
3-19 Locate File Window..................................................................................................................................... 36
3-20 Window for Specifying Driver Files to Be Copied 2..................................................................................... 36
3-21 Driver Files Search Results Window ........................................................................................................... 37
3-22 Completing the Found New Hardware Wizard Window .............................................................................. 37
3-23 Add/Remove Programs Window ................................................................................................................. 38
3-24 Warning About Old GUI Software Version .................................................................................................. 39
3-25 Warning About Old Firmware Version......................................................................................................... 39
3-26 Firmware Update Complete Message......................................................................................................... 40
3-27 [Update Firmware] Menu............................................................................................................................. 40
4-1 Fatal Error: No Parameter File Installed...................................................................................................... 41
4-2 Port Scanning at Startup of GUI Software................................................................................................... 42
4-3 GUI Software Main Window ........................................................................................................................ 43
4-4 [File] Menu................................................................................................................................................... 44
4-5 HEX Editor File Open Window .................................................................................................................... 45

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LIST OF FIGURES (2/3)
Figure No. Title Page
4-6 HEX Editor Main Window.............................................................................................................................46
4-7 HEX Editor <Save As...> Dialog Box ...........................................................................................................47
4-8 File Selection Window for Program Download.............................................................................................48
4-9 File Selection Window for Program Upload .................................................................................................49
4-10 Checksum Dialog Box..................................................................................................................................50
4-11 [Programmer] Menu .....................................................................................................................................51
4-12 <Host Connection> Dialog Box ....................................................................................................................51
4-13 <Log File> Dialog Box..................................................................................................................................52
4-14 Programming Area Selection .......................................................................................................................52
4-15 Firmware Update Window............................................................................................................................53
4-16 Select a File to Download Window...............................................................................................................53
4-17 Progress Status Display Window.................................................................................................................54
4-18 Firmware Update Complete Message..........................................................................................................54
4-19 [Device] Menu ..............................................................................................................................................55
4-20 Device Setup Window – Standard Menu .....................................................................................................58
4-21 Setup Window – Device Selection ...............................................................................................................59
4-22 Create New Customized Setup File Window ...............................................................................................60
4-23 Setup Window – Communication Interface to Device ..................................................................................61
4-24 Setup Window-Supply Oscillator..................................................................................................................63
4-25 Setup Window – Operation Mode ................................................................................................................64
4-26 Device Setup Window – Advanced ..............................................................................................................65
4-27 Setup Window – Supply Voltage..................................................................................................................66
4-28 Setup Window – Command Options ............................................................................................................67
4-29 Setup Window – Security Flag Settings .......................................................................................................68
4-30 Setup Window – Program Download/Upload...............................................................................................69
4-31 [Help] Menu..................................................................................................................................................70
4-32 About Window..............................................................................................................................................70
5-1 Connection Between GUI Software and PG-FP4.........................................................................................72
5-2 [Setup host connection…] Menu..................................................................................................................72
5-3 Setup Communication Parameters ..............................................................................................................73
5-4 GUI Software Initial Screen..........................................................................................................................73
5-5 [Device] →[Setup…] Menu..........................................................................................................................74
5-6 <Standard Device Setup> Dialog Box..........................................................................................................74
5-7 Creating New Customized Setup File ..........................................................................................................75
5-8 Selecting Parameter File..............................................................................................................................75
5-9 Saving Customized Setup File.....................................................................................................................75
5-10 <Advanced Device Setting> Dialog Box ......................................................................................................77
5-11 Completion of Parameter Settings ...............................................................................................................78
5-12 Opening Program File to Be Downloaded....................................................................................................79
5-13 Completion of Downloading .........................................................................................................................79
5-14 Erase>Program>Verify (EPV) Menu ............................................................................................................80

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LIST OF FIGURES (3/3)
Figure No. Title Page
6-1 Menu Status Transition by Key Input .......................................................................................................... 82
7-1 Power Supply Connector............................................................................................................................. 90
7-2 Pin Configuration of Power Supply Connector ............................................................................................ 90
7-3 HD-Sub 9 Serial Host Connector ................................................................................................................ 91
7-4 Pin Configuration of HD-Sub 9 Serial Host Connector ............................................................................... 91
7-5 Host Cable Connections.............................................................................................................................. 91
7-6 HD-Sub 15 Target Interface Connector....................................................................................................... 92
7-7 Pin Configuration of HD-Sub 15 Target Interface Connector ...................................................................... 92
7-8 Target Cable Outline ................................................................................................................................... 93
7-9 Pin Configuration of HD-SUB 15 ................................................................................................................. 93
7-10 Target Connector Outline (View from Solder Side) ..................................................................................... 93
7-11 HD-Sub 25 Parallel Host Connector............................................................................................................ 95
7-12 Pin Configuration of HD-Sub 25 Parallel Host Connector ........................................................................... 95
7-13 USB Port Connector.................................................................................................................................... 96
8-1 UART Interface Circuit Example ............................................................................................................... 100
8-2 SIO Interface Circuit Example ................................................................................................................... 100
9-1 SO/TxD and RESET Pins.......................................................................................................................... 101
9-2 SCK Pin..................................................................................................................................................... 102
9-3 SI/RxD and HS Pins .................................................................................................................................. 103
9-4 CLK Pin ..................................................................................................................................................... 103
9-5 FLMD0 and FLMD1 Pins........................................................................................................................... 104
9-6 VDD and VDD2 Pins ..................................................................................................................................... 104
9-7 VPP Pin....................................................................................................................................................... 105

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LIST OF TABLES
Table No. Title Page
4-1 Toolbar Buttons............................................................................................................................................44
4-2 Key Functions That Can Be Input in HEX Editor Window............................................................................47
7-1 Pin Configuration of HD-Sub 9 Serial Host Connector.................................................................................91
7-2 Pin Configuration of HD-Sub 15 Target Interface Connector.......................................................................92
7-3 Pin Configuration of Target Connector.........................................................................................................93
7-4 Pin Configuration of HD-Sub 25 Parallel Host Connector............................................................................95

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CHAPTER 1 OVERVIEW
The PG-FP4 is a tool that erases, writes, and verifies programs on an NEC Electronics on-chip flash memory
single-chip microcontroller on the target board or FA adapter board. This product can be used in graphical user
interface (GUI) mode using a host computer or in standalone mode.
1.1 Features
•The PG-FP4 allows on-board programming without removing the target device from the target system.
•The user program is stored in the internal 2 MB flash memory of the PG-FP4 and parameters for programming
are stored in 8 KB EEPROMTM, so that the target device can be rewritten in the standalone mode, without having
to connect the PG-FP4 to a host.
•Serial interface connection (RS-232C) to host systems, parallel interface for optional fast program download and
a USB interface are available.
•CSI, CSI+HS, UART, I2C and PORT interfaces are supported for data transfer to the target device.
•Programming voltage VPP can be selected from between 0 and 12 V.
•The PG-FP4 can supply 0 to 6 V on the VDD line (200 mA max.).
1.2 PG-FP4 Configuration in Graphical User Interface (GUI) Mode
The configuration of the PG-FP4 in GUI software mode is shown in the diagram below.
Figure 1-1. PG-FP4 Configuration in GUI Software Mode
(FlashPro4
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PG-FP4
Cancel
Enter
Next
Store in
EEPROM
1 MB
1 MB
Logfile
INI file
GUI software
operation USB/
RS-232C
Upload/download a target program
into PG-FP4 PRM file
SET file
Device parameter setup
Calculate
checksum
Hex Editor to modify
memory contents
•On-board programming
•FA adapter programming
Paralle Host USB Host
Device Power
+ - Serial Host
Use as one storage area o
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split into two areas

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The graphical user interface (GUI) of the PG-FP4 supports the device commands necessary for downloading and
uploading user programs, setting parameters necessary for writing the device, setting and selecting a writing
environment by the user, changing the user program downloaded to the PG-FP4, and calculating and rewriting the
memory checksum.
The parameters necessary for writing the device are saved to a parameter file (PRM file) and the setting of the
user’s writing environment is saved to a customized setup file (SET file). These files are downloaded to the PG-FP4
and stored in the internal EEPROM, so that the downloaded data can be used even in the standalone mode. The GUI
software is executed using the parameters that have been set last. Changed settings are saved to an INI file.
Communication between the GUI software and the PG-FP4 is recorded in an ASCII file.
The internal memory of the PG-FP4 is configured as a 2 MB flash memory and holds the user program that is
written to the target device. This memory’s area (progarea) can be divided into two 1 MB memory areas. Therefore,
the PG-FP4 can download two different user programs and select either of them as the valid user program.

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CHAPTER 2 HARDWARE INSTALLATION
2.1 System Requirements
Host PC A PC supporting Windows 95, Windows 98, Windows NT 4.0, Windows Me, Windows 2000, or
Windows XP is required to run the PG-FP4 in the graphical user interface (GUI) mode.
About 8 MB of free hard disk space is required to install the GUI software.
Host machine Any of the following can be used:
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CPU
PentiumTM 100 MHz or more
RAM
32 MB or more
Host interface Serial interface (RS-232C) capable of handling communication at 9,600 (minimum) baud up to
115,200 baud.
A parallel port may be used in addition to the serial interface to enable fast data download to
the PG-FP4.
Alternatively, a USB port (Rev 1.1) is available.
File formats Program files can be used in Motorola S file format or Intel HEX file format.
2.2 Package Contents
Please verify that you have received all the parts listed in the package contents list included with the PG-FP4
package. If any part is missing or seems to be damaged, please contact an NEC Electronics sales representative or
distributor.

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2.3 System Configuration and Components
The PG-FP4 system configuration is as given in the diagram below.
Figure 2-1. PG-FP4 System Configuration
RS-232C cable (cross)
FA adapterNote 2
or
User system
AC adapter (15 V/1 A)
Parallel interface cableNote 1
USB interface cable Target cable
Host machine
Notes 1. The parallel interface cable is not included in the PG-FP4 package.
2. The FA adapter board is a product of Naito Densei Machida Mfg. Co., Ltd.
The PG-FP4 is connected to the host system via an RS-232C serial interface cable or a USB interface cable. By
using the serial interface in combination with the optional parallel interface, the user program can be quickly
downloaded to the PG-FP4.
The PG-FP4 is connected to the user system by the target cable. For the detailed specifications of the target cable,
refer to CHAPTER 7 CONNECTORS AND CABLES.
2.3.1 Host computer
A PC is used to communicate with the PG-FP4. Windows 95, Windows 98, Windows NT, Windows Me, Windows
2000, or Windows XP is required for GUI software operation of the PG-FP4.
It also must be equipped with a serial interface or a USB port. An optional parallel interface may be used for fast
program download to the PG-FP4.
Remark USB support is not available on Windows 95 and Windows NT.

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2.3.2 PG-FP4 control panel and connectors
Figure 2-2. PG-FP4 Top View
The control buttons are used in the standalone mode of the PG-FP4.
Next button Proceeds to the next menu item in sequence.
Enter button Selects the item shown in the message display.
Cancel button Cancels the current selection and returns to the previous menu item.
Message display A 16 ×2-character LCD display indicates the operating mode. It is mainly used for the PG-
FP4’s standalone mode.
Status LED The LED shows the PG-FP4 operating status, indicated by the colors green for OK, red for
Error or orange for Operating.
(1) PG-FP4 connectors
The serial host connector, the target interface connector and the power connector are located on the right side
of the PG-FP4.
Figure 2-3. PG-FP4 Target Interface/Power/Serial Host Connectors
<Right side of PG-FP4>
Serial host
connector
Power
connector
Target interface
connector
Parallel host
connector
USB port
Message
display
Control
buttons
Status LED