P&E Microcomputer Systems Cyclone LC Series User manual

Cyclone LC Programmers
User Manual

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Manual version: 1.17
July 2019

1 INTRODUCTION.........................................................................................................................................9
1.1 Cyclone Feature Comparison..........................................................................................................................9
1.2 Advanced Feature Licenses............................................................................................................................9
1.2.1 ProCryption Security License ........................................................................................................................................9
1.2.2 Cyclone Control Suite Advanced Features License ....................................................................................................10
1.2.3 SDHC Port Activation License.....................................................................................................................................10
2 QUICK START GUIDE FOR SAP OPERATION.......................................................................................11
2.1 Installing The Cyclone Software....................................................................................................................11
2.2 Setting Up The Cyclone Hardware................................................................................................................11
2.3 Creating A Stand-Alone Programming Image ...............................................................................................13
2.3.1 Advanced Features .....................................................................................................................................................16
2.4 Launching Cyclone Programming .................................................................................................................16
3CYCLONE LC HARDWARE .....................................................................................................................18
3.1 Touchscreen LCD .........................................................................................................................................18
3.2 LED Indicators...............................................................................................................................................18
3.3 Start Button ...................................................................................................................................................18
3.4 Access Panel.................................................................................................................................................18
3.5 Cyclone System Power .................................................................................................................................19
3.6 RS232 Communication (Serial Port) .............................................................................................................19
3.7 Ethernet Communication...............................................................................................................................19
3.8 USB Communications ...................................................................................................................................19
3.9 Electromechanical Relays .............................................................................................................................19
3.10 Power Connectors.........................................................................................................................................20
3.11 Reset Button..................................................................................................................................................20
3.12 SDHC Port.....................................................................................................................................................20
3.13 Optional Oscillator (MON08 Only).................................................................................................................21
3.14 Cyclone Time / Real Time Clock ...................................................................................................................21
3.15 Power Jumper Settings .................................................................................................................................21
3.16 Debug Connectors ........................................................................................................................................21
3.17 Target Headers For Part# CYCLONE-LC-ARM ............................................................................................23
3.17.1 PORT A: 10-Pin Keyed Mini Connector (Kinetis, S32 (ARM), other PEmicro-Supported ARM devices) ...................23
3.17.2 PORT B: 20-Pin Keyed Mini Connector (Kinetis, S32 (ARM), other PEmicro-Supported ARM devices) ...................24
3.17.3 PORT C: 20-Pin Debug Connector (Kinetis, S32 (ARM), other PEmicro-Supported ARM devices) ..........................25
3.18 Target Headers For Part# CYCLONE-LC-UNIV ...........................................................................................26
3.18.1 PORT A: 10-Pin Keyed Mini Connector (Kinetis, S32 (ARM), other PEmicro-Supported ARM devices) ...................26
3.18.2 PORT B: 20-Pin Keyed Mini Connector (Kinetis, S32 (ARM), other PEmicro-Supported ARM devices) ...................27
3.18.3 PORT C: 14-Pin Debug Connector (MPC55xx-57xx, SPC5, DSC, S32 (Power)) ......................................................28
3.18.4 PORT D: 26-Pin Debug Connector (ColdFire V2/3/4).................................................................................................29
3.18.5 PORT E: 16-Pin Debug Connector (MON08)..............................................................................................................30
3.18.6 PORT F: 6-Pin Debug Connector (RS08, HCS08, HC(S)12(X), S12Z, ColdFire +/V1, STM8 w/ adapter).................31
3.18.7 PORT G: 10-Pin Debug Connector (Power MPC5xx/8xx) ..........................................................................................32

3.18.8 PORT H: 20-Pin Debug Connector (Kinetis, S32 (ARM), other PEmicro-Supported ARM devices) ..........................32
3.19 Ribbon Cable.................................................................................................................................................33
4 TARGET POWER MANAGEMENT .......................................................................................................... 34
4.1 Cyclone Configuration ...................................................................................................................................34
4.2 Cyclone Setup ...............................................................................................................................................36
4.2.1 Independently Powered Target ...................................................................................................................................36
4.2.2 Power provided by the Cyclone to the debug cable ....................................................................................................36
4.2.3 External Power passed through the Cyclone and out 2.5 mm barrel port...................................................................37
4.2.4 External Power passed through the Cyclone to the debug cable................................................................................37
4.2.5 Power provided by the Cyclone and out 2.5 mm barrel port .......................................................................................38
4.3 Setup Reminders...........................................................................................................................................38
5 TOUCHSCREEN LCD MENU...................................................................................................................39
5.1 Home Screen ................................................................................................................................................39
5.1.1 Icons............................................................................................................................................................................39
5.1.2 Configurable Display Area...........................................................................................................................................39
5.1.3 Status Window ............................................................................................................................................................40
5.1.4 Error Information Icon..................................................................................................................................................40
5.1.5 AUX Button (Appears If Configured) ...........................................................................................................................40
5.2 Main Menu.....................................................................................................................................................40
5.2.1 Select Programming Image.........................................................................................................................................42
5.2.2 Current Image Options ................................................................................................................................................42
5.2.3 Configure Cyclone Settings.........................................................................................................................................44
5.2.4 Status ..........................................................................................................................................................................47
6 CREATING AND MANAGING PROGRAMMING IMAGES....................................................................... 48
6.1 Cyclone Image Creation Utility ......................................................................................................................48
6.1.1 Specify CPU Manufacturer..........................................................................................................................................49
6.1.2 Security Settings - Qorivva (MPC55xx-57xx) Only......................................................................................................51
6.1.3 Programming Sequence..............................................................................................................................................51
6.1.4 Programming Operations ............................................................................................................................................54
6.1.5 Communication Mode and Rate Settings....................................................................................................................56
6.1.6 Target Voltage and Power Settings.............................................................................................................................56
6.1.7 Image Description .......................................................................................................................................................56
6.1.8 ProCryption Security License Features.......................................................................................................................56
6.1.9 FX Exclusive Features ................................................................................................................................................59
6.1.10 Store Image To Cyclone..............................................................................................................................................59
6.1.11 Store Image To Disk....................................................................................................................................................60
6.1.12 Save Cyclone Configuration........................................................................................................................................60
6.1.13 Load Cyclone Configuration ........................................................................................................................................60
6.2 Managing Multiple SAP Images ....................................................................................................................60
6.2.1 Delete Images From Internal/External Memory...........................................................................................................61
6.2.2 Add/Remove Images From The Commit Changes Panels .........................................................................................61
7 CYCLONE PROGRAMMER MANUAL CONTROL...................................................................................63

7.1 Operation Via Start Button ............................................................................................................................63
7.1.1 LED Indicators.............................................................................................................................................................63
7.1.2 Procedure via Start Button / LEDs ..............................................................................................................................63
7.1.3 Example ......................................................................................................................................................................63
7.2 Operation Via LCD Touchscreen Menu ........................................................................................................64
7.3 Home Screen ................................................................................................................................................64
7.3.1 Icons............................................................................................................................................................................64
7.3.2 Configurable Display Area...........................................................................................................................................64
7.4 Status Window ..............................................................................................................................................65
7.4.1 Error Information Icon..................................................................................................................................................65
7.4.2 AUX Button (Appears If Configured) ...........................................................................................................................65
7.4.3 Main Menu...................................................................................................................................................................65
8 CYCLONE PROGRAMMER AUTOMATED CONTROL (CYCLONE CONTROL SUITE) ........................ 68
8.1 Overview Of Cyclone Control Suite...............................................................................................................68
8.1.1 Components ................................................................................................................................................................68
8.1.2 Features ......................................................................................................................................................................68
8.1.3 PEmicro Compatible Hardware ...................................................................................................................................69
8.2 Cyclone Control SDK ....................................................................................................................................69
8.2.1 Introduction..................................................................................................................................................................69
8.2.2 Backwards Compatibility With Classic Cyclone Control API .......................................................................................70
8.2.3 Getting Started with the Cyclone Control DLL.............................................................................................................70
8.2.4 Application Programming Interface (API) ....................................................................................................................73
8.3 Cyclone Control Console...............................................................................................................................87
8.3.1 Startup.........................................................................................................................................................................87
8.3.2 Command-Line Parameters ........................................................................................................................................87
8.3.3 Examples.....................................................................................................................................................................89
8.4 Cyclone Control GUI .....................................................................................................................................90
8.4.1 The Connection Dialog................................................................................................................................................91
8.4.2 The Control Tabs.........................................................................................................................................................92
8.4.3 The Status and Error Window: ....................................................................................................................................97
8.5 License ..........................................................................................................................................................97
8.5.1 Hardware Licensing.....................................................................................................................................................97
9 SAP IMAGE COMPILER (SCRIPTED PROGRAMMING & IMAGE CREATION)..................................... 98
9.1 Launching From the Command Line .............................................................................................................98
9.1.1 Command-Line Example.............................................................................................................................................98
9.1.2 Filename and Additional Command-Line Parameters.................................................................................................99
9.1.3 List of Valid Command-Line Parameters.....................................................................................................................99
9.2 Configuration (.CFG) File Contents.............................................................................................................100
9.2.1 Sample .CFG File......................................................................................................................................................100
9.2.2 Configuration Commands..........................................................................................................................................101
9.2.3 Programming Commands .........................................................................................................................................106
9.2.4 Using Command Line Parameters Inside a .CFG File ..............................................................................................107

9.2.5 Sample Batch File .....................................................................................................................................................108
9.3 CSAP Error Returns ....................................................................................................................................108
10 ETHERNET CONFIGURATION..............................................................................................................111
10.1 Network Architectures .................................................................................................................................111
10.2 Network Parameters....................................................................................................................................111
10.3 Internet Protocol ..........................................................................................................................................112
10.4 Connecting The Cyclone Device .................................................................................................................112
10.4.1 Connecting the Cyclone to the PC over a network....................................................................................................112
10.4.2 Connecting Cyclone-to-PC via an Ethernet cable .....................................................................................................113
10.5 Cyclone IP Setup Via LCD Menu ................................................................................................................113
10.5.1 Configure Network Settings.......................................................................................................................................113
10.6 Configuring Cyclone Network Settings using the Cyclone Control GUI ......................................................114
11 SAP IMAGE ENCRYPTION ....................................................................................................................116
11.1 Overview .....................................................................................................................................................116
11.2 Encrypting/Decrypting a Programming Image.............................................................................................116
11.3 What is Encrypted in an eSAP File, and How .............................................................................................116
11.4 Managing Encryption For Production Programming ...................................................................................117
11.4.1 Provisioning a Cyclone with an ImageKey ................................................................................................................117
11.4.2 Removing ImageKeys From A Cyclone ....................................................................................................................119
11.4.3 Loading and Programming with Encrypted SAP Images ..........................................................................................119
11.4.4 Encryption Status of SAP Images .............................................................................................................................120
11.5 Safer Production That's Easy To Implement...............................................................................................121
12 AUTOMATIC SERIAL NUMBER MECHANISM......................................................................................122
12.1 Understanding Serialization ........................................................................................................................122
12.2 Serialize Utility.............................................................................................................................................122
12.2.1 Startup And File Options ...........................................................................................................................................123
12.2.2 Serial Number File.....................................................................................................................................................124
12.2.3 Serial File Unique ID .................................................................................................................................................124
12.2.4 Serial File Name To Display......................................................................................................................................124
12.2.5 Serial File Notes ........................................................................................................................................................124
12.2.6 Number of Bytes in Serial Number............................................................................................................................124
12.2.7 Starting HEX Address ...............................................................................................................................................124
12.2.8 Count Sequence........................................................................................................................................................124
12.2.9 Serial Number Bytes as Hex .....................................................................................................................................124
12.2.10 Hex Upper Bounds ....................................................................................................................................................125
12.2.11 Hex Lower Bounds ....................................................................................................................................................125
12.2.12 Binary, Numeric, Constant, Alpha Upper, Alpha Lower, and Printable .....................................................................125
12.2.13 Byte Program Order ..................................................................................................................................................125
12.3 Serial File Properties ...................................................................................................................................125
12.3.1 Serial File Example ...................................................................................................................................................125
12.4 Serial Number Handling ..............................................................................................................................126
12.4.1 Invoking A Serial File Via Command-Line.................................................................................................................127

12.5 Creating A SAP Image With Multiple Serial Numbers.................................................................................127
12.6 Shared Serial Numbers ...............................................................................................................................128
12.6.1 Example ....................................................................................................................................................................128
13 CYCLONE LICENSE INSTALLATION ....................................................................................................133
13.1 How to Install Your License.........................................................................................................................133
14 TROUBLESHOOTING ............................................................................................................................138
14.1 My Cyclone Is Non-Responsive, Is There A Way To Re-Activate It?..........................................................138
14.1.1 What Is Bootloader Mode?........................................................................................................................................138
14.1.2 When Is Bootloader Mode Used? .............................................................................................................................138
14.1.3 How Is Bootloader Mode Entered? ...........................................................................................................................138
14.2 I Received A “SAP Image Needs To Be Updated” Error Using A Next-Gen Cyclone, How Do I Update? .138
14.2.1 How Do I Use SAP_Convert_Console.exe? .............................................................................................................138
14.3 When Trying To Install The CYCLONE Software, A Popup WDREG Error Occurs Telling Me That There Are
Open Devices Using WinDriver...................................................................................................................139
15 ERROR CODES......................................................................................................................................140
15.1 Debug Mode Communication Related Errors..............................................................................................140
15.2 SAP Image Handling Related Errors...........................................................................................................140
15.3 SAP Communication Handling Related Errors............................................................................................141
15.4 SAP Algorithm Header Operation Handling Related Errors ........................................................................141
15.5 SAP Operation Related Errors ....................................................................................................................141
15.6 SAP Blank Check Range and Module Related Errors ................................................................................141
15.7 SAP Erase Range and Module Related Errors ...........................................................................................141
15.8 SAP Program Byte, Word, and Module Related Errors...............................................................................141
15.9 SAP Verify Checksum Related Errors.........................................................................................................142
15.10 SAP Verify Range and Module Related Errors ...........................................................................................142
15.11 SAP User Function Related Errors..............................................................................................................142
15.12 SAP Trim Related Errors.............................................................................................................................142
15.13 Unrecoverable Fatal Errors .........................................................................................................................142
15.14 Operation Security Related Errors ..............................................................................................................143
15.15 External Memory-Related Errors.................................................................................................................143
15.16 Serial Number Related Errors .....................................................................................................................144
15.17 Download Count Related Errors..................................................................................................................144
15.18 System Hardware/Firmware/Logic Recoverable Errors ..............................................................................144
16 CYCLONE FEATURE OVERVIEW / COMPARISON .............................................................................145
17 TECHNICAL INFORMATION..................................................................................................................149
17.1 Life Expectancy ...........................................................................................................................................149
17.2 Electrical Specifications...............................................................................................................................149
17.3 Mechanical Specifications ...........................................................................................................................149
17.4 Electromechanical Relays ...........................................................................................................................149
17.5 Debug Ports - CYCLONE-LC-ARM.............................................................................................................149

17.6 Debug Ports - CYCLONE-LC-UNIV ............................................................................................................149
17.7 International Shipping..................................................................................................................................149
17.8 Compliances/Standards ..............................................................................................................................149

User Manual For Cyclone LC Programmers 9
1 INTRODUCTION
PEmicro's Cyclone LC production programmers are powerful, fast, and feature rich in-circuit
programming solutions. PEmicro offers two models which have the same feature set and only vary
by the devices supported.
Part# CYCLONE-LC-ARM supports a wide variety of ARM Cortex devices.
Part# CYCLONE-LC-UNIV supports those ARM Cortex devices as well as the following NXP
device families: Kinetis, LPC, S32, MPC55xx-57xx), MPC5xx/8xx, DSC, S12Z, RS08, S08, HC08,
HC(S)12(X), ColdFire, and STMicroelectronics’ SPC5 & STM8.
Note: PEmicro refreshed Cyclone names and part numbers in July 2019. The part numbers listed on
earlier Cyclones will differ slightly. CYCLONE is now called Cyclone LC, however the hardware
has not changed.
Figure 1-1: Cyclone LC Supported Architectures
Cyclone LC programmers are designed to withstand the demands of a production environment.
They are Stand-Alone Programmers (SAP) that can be operated manually or used to host
automated programming. In manual SAP mode the Cyclone is operated using the touchscreen
LCD Menu and/or the Start button. Host-controlled SAP mode, for automated programming, is
accomplished using the Cyclone Control Suite.
1.1 Cyclone Feature Comparison
In addition to Cyclone LC programmers, PEmicro offers Cyclone FX programmers that include
enhanced speed, storage, and security features, plus advanced Cyclone control/automation
features which make them an incredibly powerful and versatile solution. See CHAPTER 16 -
CYCLONE FEATURE OVERVIEW / COMPARISON for a CYCLONE feature overview and
comparison with the Cyclone FX programmers.
1.2 Advanced Feature Licenses
PEmicro offers Cyclone LC users the flexibility to add many of the advanced security, automation/
control, and expandable memory features included with the Cyclone FX. These features can be
added by purchasing and installing the appropriate activation license.
1.2.1 ProCryption Security License
The ProCryption Security License offers two extremely valuable security features:

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1. RSA/AES encryption of programming images
Users create unique ImageKeys which are used to encrypt their programming images.
SAP images encrypted in this way can only be loaded onto a Cyclone or programmed with
a Cyclone if that Cyclone has been provisioned with the identical ImageKey.
2. The ability to restrict image programming by programming count or date range.
Programming restrictions on images are easily configured during the image creation
process.
Together these security features help keep the user’s valuable IP safe. The user should refer to
CHAPTER 11 - SAP IMAGE ENCRYPTION for more information on encrypted programming
images. Image restrictions are described in Section 6.1.8.2 - Image Restrictions.
1.2.2 Cyclone Control Suite Advanced Features License
Cyclone LC programmers include a basic version of the Cyclone Control Suite. The Advanced
Cyclone Control Suite Update license enables additional features that allow the user to:
• Add/Remove/Update many images in the Cyclone (Console, SDK, GUI)
• Gang program: Simultaneously control multiple Cyclones via the USB, Serial, or Ethernet
connections
• Program (and read) Dynamic Data in addition to fixed image data
• Access a Remote Display for the Cyclone
• Read/write Cyclone properties
• Read Image and target Properties and Status
• Compare images against a SAP file
This gives the user much more control and flexibility during the production process. The user
should refer to Section 8.1 - Overview Of Cyclone Control Suite for more information.
1.2.3 SDHC Port Activation License
The SDHC Port Activation License activates the SDHC port of the Cyclone LC. This allows the
user expand the storage capacity of the Cyclone by loading images onto SDHC cards. SDHC
cards can hold more and larger images than a Cyclone LC programmer can normally
accommodate. The Cyclone display and management tools allow the user to easily distinguish
between “internal” and “external” images. Section 6.2 - Managing Multiple SAP Images displays
an example of how external images are differentiated.

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2 QUICK START GUIDE FOR SAP OPERATION
This guide will allow the user to set up and program a simple Stand-Alone Programming (SAP) image
with the Cyclone by completing the following steps.
• Installing the Cyclone software
• Setting up the Cyclone hardware
• Creating a stand-alone programming image
• Launching Cyclone programming
This guide is intended as a supplement to the Cyclone’s User Manual, which contains in-depth
information about the topics covered here and much more.
2.1 Installing The Cyclone Software
First, the Cyclone software should be installed on the user’s PC. It can be downloaded from the
Support & Downloads tab on the pemicro.com Cyclone product page, or directly from https://
www.pemicro.com/downloads/download_file.cfm?download_id=481.
Once the software is downloaded, the user should install it on their PC. If Cyclone software is already
installed on the PC, it is recommended that the old installation be removed before the user installs the
latest software.
2.2 Setting Up The Cyclone Hardware
Step 1. Configure Cyclone power settings
The Cyclone has several different power configurations. The label on the bottom of the Cyclone
indicates the appropriate Jumper settings for each. The user should install the Jumpers as indicated
for their desired power configuration.
The Jumpers are located underneath the Cyclone’s access panel. They are labeled “Power Jumpers.”
and numbered from 1-4. The Cyclone-LC-ARM is shown in the example below; the jumper location will
be similar for all Cyclone models.

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If power is provided via the Cyclone, the user may need to configure the programming image
accordingly. Image creation and configuration is discussed in Section 2.3 - Creating A Stand-Alone
Programming Image.
For more information on the various power configurations, the user should refer to their Cyclone’s User
Manual. There is a also a blog post that covers this topic at: http://www.pemicro.com/blog/
index.cfm?post_id=121
Step 2. Connect Cyclone to a PC (for programming image setup)
The Cyclone programmer should be connected to the PC via USB, Serial, or Ethernet. Cables for each
of these options are included with the Cyclone.
Note: An Ethernet connection requires IP setup on the Cyclone unit; please refer to the Cyclone’s User
Manual for more information.
Step 3. Connect Cyclone to target
A ribbon cable should be connected from the appropriate Cyclone header (located under the Cyclone’s
access panel) to the header for your target device. Ribbon cables are provided with the Cyclone.
Step 4. Plug in power to the Cyclone
The provided power supply should be plugged into the System Power jack of the Cyclone programmer.
Other power connections should be made according to the power configuration selected in Step 1.
On power-up the user may need to agree to a firmware update on the Cyclone unit.

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2.3 Creating A Stand-Alone Programming Image
A stand-alone programming (SAP) image is the result of pre-processing the programming algorithms,
data to be programmed, programming options, and scripted programming commands. These are
combined into a single encrypted file. This SAP image can then be loaded onto the Cyclone and used
to program, without need for the Cyclone to be connected to a PC.
The Cyclone Image Creation Utility, shown below, allows the user to configure and save SAP images.
A simple programming image can be created in 6 steps:
Step 1. Run Cyclone Image Creation Utility
Step 2. Select Device Manufacturer & Device
Step 3. Set Up Programming Sequence
Step 4. Add Basic Programming Commands
Step 5. Configure Additional Settings
Step 6. Save SAP Image To Cyclone

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The following instructions walk the user through each of these steps:
Step 1. Run Cyclone Image Creation Utility
CreateImage.exe is in the “ImageCreation” folder, in the location where the Cyclone software was
installed. For an in-depth description of the Cyclone Image Creation Utility, see Section 6.1 - Cyclone
Image Creation Utility.
Step 2. Select Device Manufacturer and Device
Specify CPU Manufacturer and Select New Device are used to choose the manufacturer of the target
device, and then the specific device or architecture.
Step 3. Programming Sequence Setup
The user should double-click on CM in the Programming Sequence window to choose the appropriate
Algorithm for the target device. They can navigate to the algorithm using the dialog provided.
Based on the algorithm that was selected, additional commands will be made available in the box of
programming commands on the left.
The user should then double-click on the SS command to specify the Object Code.

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Step 4. Adding Basic Programming Commands
The user should then add other basic programming commands, using the list of commands on the left
side of the Programming Sequence area. The arrow and buttons allow the user to add, remove, and
re-sequence the commands, in the box on the right. As an example, some basic commands might be
• Erase
• Program
• Verify
Note: Launch Script Wizard can also be used to quickly complete Steps 3 and 4.
Step 5. Other Settings
The user should then specify any other settings that the SAP image should contain in order to program
correctly, such as
• Communication SWD vs JTAG
• Shift frequency
• Target Power and Voltage Settings

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These settings can be made using the corresponding areas of the Cyclone Image Creation Utility.
Step 6. Save SAP image to Cyclone
The user should then save the SAP image onto the Cyclone by clicking the button to save to “Cyclone
Only” or “Cyclone & Disk.” The image will be automatically selected as the current SAP image on the
Cyclone.
2.3.1 Advanced Features
Cyclone programmers can take advantage of several advanced features that are beyond the scope of
this Getting Started guide, such as RSA/AES encrypted programming images, programming
restrictions on images (see Section 6.1.8 - ProCryption Security License Features), and use of a
barcode scanner to launch programming (see CHAPTER 12 - USING A BARCODE SCANNER TO
SELECT AN IMAGE & INITIATE PROGRAMMING). CYCLONE FX programmers include all of these
features, and CYCLONE programmers can use many of these features with the appropriate activation
license.
2.4 Launching Cyclone Programming
There are three ways to launch programming.
1. Cyclone Start Button Press - The user simply presses the Start button located on top of
the Cyclone programmer.
2. Cyclone Control Console (command-line utility) - The user writes a script that specifies
parameters and initiates programming using the command line. More information is avail-

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able in the Cyclone’s User manual or at: http://www.pemicro.com/blog/
index.cfm?post_id=142
3. SDK - The SDK is a software library that is used in conjunction with the user’s own code.
The user writes a customer application that uses this library of functions to launch pro-
gramming. More information is available in the Cyclone’s User Manual, or at: http://
www.pemicro.com/blog/index.cfm?post_id=139
The “Success” or “Error” LED will illuminate to let the user know the result of programming.
Note: If programming is unsuccessful when using this quick start procedure, the user may instead wish
to use the included PROG software for their target device. The PROG software allows the user to
manually walk through the programming procedure step by step, which may help determine which
part of setup or programming function is causing difficulty.

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3 CYCLONE LC HARDWARE
The following is an overview of the features and interfaces of Cyclone LC programmers. Many of
these interfaces are labeled on the underside of the plastic case.
Figure 3-1: Cyclone LC Top View
3.1 Touchscreen LCD
The LCD Touchscreen displays information about the Cyclone’s configuration and the
programming process, and also allows the user to navigate the Cyclone’s menus. The location of
the Touchscreen LCD is shown in Figure 3-1.
3.2 LED Indicators
The LED indicators for Error or Success will illuminate depending on the results of the
programming process and provide a clear visual indication of the results. The location of the LED
Indicators is shown in Figure 3-1.
3.3 Start Button
The Start Button can be used to begin the programming process manually, provided that the
Cyclone is properly configured. The location of the Start Button is shown in Figure 3-1.
3.4 Access Panel
The Access Panel can easily be opened to allow the user to connect/disconnect ribbon cables
from the headers, or to configure the Cyclone’s Power Jumpers to select one of the available
Power Management setups. The location of the Access Panel is shown in Figure 3-1; a layout of
the headers and jumpers beneath the Access Panel is shown in Figure 3-5.

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Figure 3-2: Cyclone LC Right Side View
3.5 Cyclone System Power
The Cyclone LC programmer requires a regulated 6V DC Center Positive power supply with 2.5/
5.5mm female plug. Cyclones derive power from the Power Jack located on the right end of the
unit. The location of Cyclone System Power is shown in Figure 3-2.
3.6 RS232 Communication (Serial Port)
The Cyclone LC provides a DB9 Female connector to communicate with a host computer through
the RS232 communication (115200 Baud, 8 Data bits, No parity, 1 Stop bit). The location of the
Serial Port is shown in Figure 3-2.
3.7 Ethernet Communication
The Cyclone LC provides a standard RJ45 socket to communicate with a host computer through
the Ethernet Port (10/100 BaseT). The location of the Ethernet Port is shown in Figure 3-2.
3.8 USB Communications
The Cyclone LC provides a USB connector for Universal Serial Bus communications between the
Cyclone and the host computer. The Cyclone LC is a USB 2.0 Full-Speed compliant device. The
location of the USB Port is shown in Figure 3-2.
3.9 Electromechanical Relays
Inside the Cyclone LC programmer, two electromechanical relays are used to cycle target power.
The specifications of the relays are as following:
Maximum switched power: 30W or 125 VA
Maximum switched current: 1A
Maximum switched voltage: 150VDC or 300VAC
UL Rating: 1A at 30 VDC
1A at 125 VAC
PEmicro only recommends switching DC voltages up to 24 Volts.

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Figure 3-3: Cyclone LC Front Side View
3.10 Power Connectors
The Cyclone LC programmers provide a Target Power Supply Input Jack and a Target Power
Supply Output Jack with 2.5/5.5 mm Pin Diameter. The power jacks are connected or
disconnected by two electromechanical relays. When connected, the Center Pin of the Target
Power Supply Input Jack is connected to the Center Pin of the Target Power Supply Output Jack.
When disconnected, both terminals of the Target Power Supply Output Jack are connected to
GND via a 1W, 100 Ohm resistor. The location of Target Power In is shown in Figure 3-3, and the
location of Target Power Out is shown in Figure 3-3.
3.11 Reset Button
The Reset Button performs a hard reset of the Cyclone system. The location of the Reset Button is
shown in Figure 3-3.
Figure 3-4: Cyclone LC Rear Side View
3.12 SDHC Port
Note: The SDHC port is activated on all Cyclone FX programmers, and may be activated on Cyclone
LC programmers via purchase of the SDHC Port Activation License.
The SDHC port allows the user to store programming images that are, individually or collectively,
larger than the Cyclone’s internal memory. It also makes it quicker and more convenient to swap
programming images. PEmicro offers certified SDHC cards on our website at pemicro.com. The
location of the SDHC Port is shown in Figure 3-4.
Programming images are managed on the SD card in exactly the same way as they are in the
Cyclone’s internal memory. Please see Section 6.2 - Managing Multiple SAP Images for more
information about using the Manage Images utility.
Note: To view detailed information about the status of the SDHC card/port, tap the icon bar at the top of
the touchscreen menu. This status can provide you with relevant information if you are