OLIMEX AVR-ISP-MK2 User manual

AVR-ISP-MK2 programmer
USER’S MANUAL
Revision G, May 2013
Designed by OLIMEX Ltd, 2012
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SUITABLE ONLY FOR AVR-ISP-MK2.
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The product is based on Dean Ca era's LUFA USB stack. More info at:
http://www.fourwalledcubicle.com/
The LUFA library is currently released under the MIT license, included below.
Copyright 013 Dean Camera (dean [at] fourwalledcubicle [dot] com)
Permission to use, copy, modify, and distribute this software and its documentation for any purpose
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with the use or performance of this software.
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Table of Contents
DISCLAIMER ............................................................................................................. 2
CHAPTER 1 OVERVIEW .........................................................................................
1. Introduction to the chapter ....................................................................................................... 5
1.1 Features ..................................................................................................................................... 5
1.2 Target arket and purpose of the board ............................................................................... 5
1.3 Organization ............................................................................................................................. 6
CHAPTER 2 SETTING UP THE AVR-ISP-MK2 BOARD .................................... 7
2. Introduction to the chapter ....................................................................................................... 7
2.1 Electrostatic warning ............................................................................................................... 7
2.3 Require ents ........................................................................................................................... 7
CHAPTER 3 AVR-ISP-MK2 BOARD DESCRIPTION .......................................... 8
3. Introduction to the chapter ....................................................................................................... 8
3.1 Layout (top view) ..................................................................................................................... 8
CHAPTER 4 RECOMMENDED SOFTWARE TOOLS ........................................ 9
4. Introduction to the chapter ....................................................................................................... 9
4.1 AVR-STUDIO in Windows ...................................................................................................... 9
4.2 Arduino, AVRDude, Linux ...................................................................................................... 9
CHAPTER INTERFACES AND HARDWARE .................................................. 13
5. Introduction to the chapter ..................................................................................................... 13
5.1 Progra ing interfaces ........................................................................................................ 13
.1.1 10-pin ICSP ..................................................................................................................... 13
.1.2 6-pin PDI ......................................................................................................................... 13
.1.3 6-pin TPI ......................................................................................................................... 13
5.2 Upgrade fir ware button ..................................................................................................... 13
5.3 Ju pers description .............................................................................................................. 14
.3.1 TARGET jumper ............................................................................................................ 14
.3.2 POWER jumper ............................................................................................................. 14
5.4 LEDs explained ..................................................................................................................... 15
CHAPTER 6 REVISION HISTORY AND SUPPORT .......................................... 16
6. Introduction to the chapter ..................................................................................................... 16
6.1 Docu ent revision ................................................................................................................. 16
6.2 Useful web links and purchase codes ................................................................................... 17
6.3 FAQ ......................................................................................................................................... 17
6.4 Product support ..................................................................................................................... 19
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CHAPTER 1 OVERVIEW
1. Introduction to the chapter
Thank you for choosing the AVR-ISP-MK programmer from Olimex! This document provides a
user’s guide for the Olimex AVR-ISP-MK programmer. As an overview, this chapter gives the
scope of this document and lists the programmer’s features. The document’s organization is then
detailed.
1.1 Features
Tested and working with AVR Studio 4, AVR Studio 5, ATMEL Studio 6
Connects to PC via USB .0 Full speed
Does not need external power supply as it takes the power supply from USB
Uses Atmel's x5 pin ICSP and x3 pin PDI and TPI connector layout
Works with 5V and 3.3V targets (selectable) and can supply target with power
Programs both flash and EEPROM
Supports fuses and lock bit programming
Upgradeable for future device support
Supports target voltages from 1.8V to 5.5V
 ribbon female-female cables - 10pin and 6pin
Adjustable ISP programming speed (50Hz to 8MHz SCK frequency)
Dimensions: 45x30 mm (1.7x1. ") + 0 cm (8") ribbon cable
AVR-ISP-MK can program tinyAVR and megaAVR devices using the ISP Interface, tinyAVR
devices using the TPI interface, and AVR XMEGA devices using the PDI Interface.
1.2 Target market and purpose of the board
AVR-ISP-MK is a ready to use programmer low-cost clone of AVRISP-MKII. The board is
suitable for programming microcontrollers that according to their respective datasheets allow ICSP,
PDI or TPI programming modes.
OLIMEX AVR-ISP-MK is a programmer based on the hardware of AVRISP-MKII clone open
source project and the USB stack of the LUFA (Lightweight USB Framework for AVRs) project
started and maintained by Dean Camera. More info about the initial idea and Dean Camera can be
found here: http://www.fourwalledcubicle.com/AVRISP.php.
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1.3 Organization
Each section in this document covers a separate topic, organized as follow:
–Chapter 1 is an overview of the board usage and features
–Chapter provides a guide for quickly setting up the board
–Chapter 3 contains the general board diagram and layout
–Chapter 4 mentions the main software tools used with AVR-ISP-MK
–Chapter 5 is an explanation of the interfaces, the LEDs and the jumpers position
–Chapter 6 contains the revision history, useful links and support information
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CHAPTER 2 SETTING UP THE AVR-ISP-MK2 BOARD
2. Introduction to the chapter
This section helps you set up the AVR-ISP-MK development board for the first time.
Please consider first the electrostatic warning to avoid damaging the board, then discover the
hardware and software required to operate the board.
The procedure to power up the board is given, and a description of the default board behavior is
detailed.
2.1 Electrostatic warning
The AVR-ISP-MK comes in a plastic cover but make sure boards and devices interfacing with the
programmer are properly grounded.
2.3 Requirements
In order to set up the AVR-ISP-MK optimally, you might need to update your set of hardware
and/or software tools. The major needed components are listed below.
Hardware tools:
- USB-A to USB-B cable
- Atmel board or chip that can be programmed by AVR-ISP-MK . The list of supported devices can
be found in the official Atmel web-site: http://www.atmel.com/tools/AVRISPMKII.aspx?
tab=devices
- Personal computer with USB port
Software tools:
- AVR-STUDIO 4, 5 or ATMEL-STUDIO 6 with AVR-GCC compiler
- AVR-DUDE
Depending on the target you might need
https://www.olimex.com/Products/AVR/Programmers/AVR-ICSP/ since AVR-ISP-MK doesn't
provide 6-pin ICSP connector. Note it is bought separately.
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CHAPTER 3 AVR-ISP-MK2 BOARD DESCRIPTION
3. Introduction to the chapter
Here you get acquainted with the main parts of the board. Note the names used on the board differ
from the names used to describe them. For the actual names check the AVR-ISP-MK itself.
3.1 Layout (top view)
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CHAPTER 4 RECOMMENDED SOFTWARE TOOLS
4. Introduction to the chapter
Here you will find short info on the most popular choices for software that can be used with the
AVR programmer.
4.1 AVR-STUDIO in Windows
The most popular choice amongst AVR fans. The IDE has everything you need for software
development with AVR under Windows. You can download it from the official Atmel web-site.
If you have doubt that you have the latest firmware version (or if you have accidentally corrupted
the firmware or changed it with other software) you might want to refer to sub-chapter 5. , where
firmware changes for AVR-STUDIO are explained.
AVR-ISP-MK comes with firmware for AVR-STUDIO in order to use it with AVRDude or
Arduino IDE (which uses AVRDude) follow the procedure in next sub-chapter (4. ).
4.2 Arduino, AVRDude, Linux
AVR-ISP-MK comes with firmware that supports AVR-Studio. In order to use AVR-ISP-MK
with AVRDude (GCC, LibUSB, Arduino) you need to perform firmware change.
There is a way to use AVR-ISP-MK with Arduino/AVRDude using the LibUSB drivers and
changing the firmware BUT it is not possible at the moment to use the AVR-ISP-MK both at
Arduino/AVRDude and AVR Studio. It would depend on you which one you prefer. You need to
change the firmware of AVR-ISP-MK (using the Atmel Flip program) AND the Windows drivers
every time you switch between Arduino and AVR Studio (or vice versa).
How to proceed changing the firmware?
All files needed except for Atmel Flip (which is available at Atmel's web-site for free) should be
downloaded from our web site and the AVR-ISP-MK page.
1. Connect the device to the USB and with a needle or sharp object press the button on it's back side
(the one that the arrow points as "Upgrade"; the LEDs should turn off) which will put the processor
in bootloader state - ready for firmware upgrade.
. Download and install the Atmel Flip software. Check in device manager if the device is
recognized as AT90USB16 if it isn't search for proper drivers in Atmel Flip installation folder.
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3. After that run the Atmel Flip and select AT90USB16 in Device -> Select
4. Slect Settings -> Communication -> USB -> Open
5. From File -> Load hex files choose either AVR456-studio-AVRISP-MKII.hex or libUSB-
AVRISP-MKII.hex - the first hex is the firmware for AVR/Atmel Studio, the second one is for
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AVRdude/Linux/Arduino.
6. Click Run
7. Unplug and plug again AVR-ISP-MK from the USB
8. Uninstall any previous drivers (selecting delete option) from device manager and scan for
hardware changes or plug/unplug again
9. Install the new drivers corresponding for your needs (the picture below shows how to install the
LibUSB drivers over the Jungo ones – you have to browse to the LibUSB folder and install
anyway)
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CHAPTER INTERFACES AND HARDWARE
. Introduction to the chapter
In this chapter are presented the interfaces found on the programmed that can be found on the
board. Jumpers functions are described.
.1 Programming interfaces
AVR-ISP-MK has three programming interfaces aiming at different processors
.1.1 10-pin ICSP
The ICSP (in-circuit serial programming) interface is suitable for programming tinyAVR and
megaAVR chips.
The ICSP connector is not over-voltage/over-current protected. The two simple protection methods
implemented are (1) diodes for electrostatic discharge and ( ) series of resistors for basic protection.
Depending on the target you might need
https://www.olimex.com/Products/AVR/Programmers/AVR-ICSP/ since AVR-ISP-MK doesn't
provide 6-pin ICSP connector. Note it is bought separately.
.1.2 6-pin PDI
The 6-pin PDI is used for programming AVR XMEGA.
.1.3 6-pin TPI
The interface used for programming tinyAVR.
.2 Upgrade firmware button
There is a small hole between the PDI interface and the ICSP10 interface which nests a button
below. The button is used to enter bootloader mode. The memory can then be programmed with
new firmware. If you wish to update your firmware check if there is newer version in the web and
follow the algorithm:
1) Connect the programmer to the USB and with a sharp object (needle or pin) press the upgrade
pin - it is in a small hole at the back of the board (this will start the bootloader and will turn off the
LED, also probably will show a new unrecognized device in device manager for which we will
install driver in step 3)
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) Download and install the latest version of "Atmel Flip" software (it can be downloaded from the
Atmel's web-site)
3) Open its install folder and update the software of the unrecognized device (usually under "Other
devices" tab) with the drivers from folder named "usb"; the device should now be recognized as
AT90USB16 under "libusb-win3 " tab
4) Start "Atmel FLIP" and click "Select a target device" -> choose AT90USB16
5) Click "Select a Communication Medium" and then USB medium
6) From "File -> load HEX file" choose this HEX (CLICK FOR DOWNLOAD) and click "RUN"
in the "Operations Flow" section
7) Disconnect the AVR-ISP-MK from the USB and connect it again
Please refer to 4.2 Arduino, AVRDude, Linux for more detailed description.
.3 Jumpers description
Please note that the two jumpers on the board are PTH (plated-through hole) type and should be
easy to mount/dismount.
.3.1 TARGET ju per
TARGET jumper controls the powering of the target board. If it is in position ON (check the
diagram on the back of the plastic cover) it will provide either 3.3V or 5V to the target board
(depending on the position of the POWER jumper)
The default position is OFF.
.3.2 POWER jumper
If you have set the TARGET jumper to position ON POWER jumper controls whether 3.3V or 5V
are provided to the target board.
The maximum amperage available for both 3.3V and 5V modes is 300mA.
The default position is 5V.
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.4 LEDs explained
There are two 3mm LEDs – ORANGE and a double colored GREEN/RED.
Green – when GREEN LED is on – USB connection is active
Green – GREEN LED on and RED blink - USB connection active and programming activity
(erasing, flashing, programming) – unless TARGET is on
Orange – when ORANGE LED is off - TARGET jumper is in position OFF
Orange – ORANGE LED on - TARGET jumper is in position on, BLINK means programming
activity (erasing, flashing, programming)
After firmware change the LEDs might act in different way:
Orange – turns on during programmer initialization and after that turns off; flashes when target
operation is performed – read//write
Red – turns on after successful USB initialization
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CHAPTER 6 REVISION HISTORY AND SUPPORT
6. Introduction to the chapter
In this chapter you will find the current and the previous version of the document you are reading.
Also the web-page for your device is listed. Be sure to check it after a purchase for the latest
available updates and examples.
6.1 Document revision
Revision Changes Modified Page #
A,
11.07.12 Initial Creation All
B,
23.07.12 Incl ded LUFA license text 3
C,
30.08.12
Added info how to pdate the firmware for
AVRd de/Ard ino IDE 9, 10, 11
D,
21.01.13
Fixed a n mber of broken links and made a
co ple of points clearer 13, 14, 17
E,
05.02.13
Added info on maxim m power available;
added info on the LEDs and expanded the
ICSP information
13, 15
F,
10.05.13
Made a co ple of references to make
firmware changes clearer; Fixed several
links
5, 7, 9, 13, 14
G,
16.05.13 Added a FAQ section 17
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6.2 Useful web links and purchase codes
The web page you can visit for more info on your device is
http://www.atmel.com/tools/AVRISPMKII.aspx.
You can get the latest updates on the software at: http://www.fourwalledcubicle.com/LUFA.php.
ORDER CODES:
AVR-ISP-MK2 – assembled and tested AVR-ISP compatible programmer
How to purchase Olimex products?
You can order from our web-shop or from any of our distributors. The list of official Olimex
distributors might be found at: https://www.olimex.com/Distributors/.
Check https://www.olimex.com/ for ore info.
6.3 FAQ
Q1: The progra er is not recognized in AVR studio! What should I do?
A1: The most common ways to resolve such an issue are:
1. Make sure you have installed the proper driver. Sometimes the Jungo driver behaves strange. Try
to uninstall it completely from Control panel –> Add/Remove programs (Programs and
Features in Windows 7) – the driver is usually named “AVR Jungo USB”. Then install it again.
. When AVR-ISP-MK is connected to the USB, in Windows Device Manager you should see a
tab named “Jungo”. When you click to expand this tab you should see “AVR-ISP mkII” and
“WinDriver” devices and there SHOULD NOT be any warnings with exclamation marks!!! If there
is exclamation mark this probably means the driver is not enabled because the Third Party drivers
enforcement rules in Windows 7 and 8 (please seek more information for how to disable driver
enforcements). If the device is recognized as other tool you might need to change the firmware with
the Atmel compatible one (which is the default one).
Q2: I can connect to the progra er, but can't connect the progra er to the target. Also
when I try to read the device ID there are errors. What should I do?
A : The most common ways to resolve such an issue are:
1. Check if you have used the proper interface according to your target.
. If using ICP try changing the ISP frequency with lower or higher values – sometimes settings
lower ISP frequency restricts reading/writing – try to keep 4KHz at least.
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3. If you are using a custom made board or you connect the microcontroller directly with wires
make sure you follow the AVR ICSP programming standards.
4. Make sure you are using the ISP interface of AVR-ISP-MK . If your target board has a 6 pin
connector instead of the 10 pin on AVR-ISP-MK make appropriate adapter.
5. Ensure the target is powered. It can be powered from AVR-ISP-MK by changing the “Target”
jumper to position On (to the USB).
Q3: I use At el Studio 6. The device is visible and properly installed but y target
icrocontroller is nowhere to be found in the drop-down enus. How shall I proceed?
A3: Some target microcontrollers lack ready configuration files in the stock versions of Atmel
Studio 6. You might need to add such manually follow the pattern of the already existing .xml files
located by default in C:\Program Files (x86)\Atmel\Atmel Studio 6.x\tools\AVRISPmkII\xml
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6.4 Product support
For product support, hardware information and error reports mail to: [email protected]m. Note
that we are primarily a hardware company and our software support is limited.
Please consider reading the paragraph below about the warranty of Olimex products.
Warranty and ret rns:
O r boards have lifetime warranty against man fact ring defects and
components.
D ring development work it is not nlikely that yo can b rn yo r programmer
or development board. This is normal, we also do development work and we have
damaged A LOT of programmers and boards d ring o r daily job so we know how it
works. If o r board/programmer has worked fine then stopped, please check if
yo didn't apply over voltage by mistake, or shorted something in yo r target
board where the programmer was connected etc. Sometimes boards might get
damaged by ESD shock voltage or if yo spill coffee on them d ring yo r work
when they are powered.
Please note that warranty do not cover problems ca sed by improper se,
shorts, over-voltages, ESD shock etc.
If the board has warranty label it should be not broken. Broken labels void
the warranty, same applies for boards modified by the customer, for instance
soldering additional components or removing components - such boards will be
not be a subject of our warranty.
If yo are positive that the problem is d e to man fact ring defect or
component yo can ret rn the board back to s for inspection.
When we receive the board we will check and if the problem is ca sed d e to
o r fa lt and we will repair/replace the fa lty hardware free of charge,
otherwise we can q ote price of the repair.
Note that all shipping costs back and forth have to be covered by the
c stomer. Before yo ship anything back yo need to ask for RMA. When yo ship
back please attach to it yo r shipping address, phone, e-mail, RMA# and brief
description of the problem. All boards sho ld be sent back in antistatic
package and well packed to prevent damages d ring the transport.
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