1 GETTING STARTED
1.1 GENERAL
The TFP2 Flash Programmer, Model TFP2 provid a stand-alone, FLASH memory programming tool for
Teridian Semiconductor’s embedded controllers. The TFP2 facilitat FLASH programming in a
manufacturing production environment requiring minimum ancillary equipment. Once the TFP2 has been
initialized with the target’s program code, the target’s FLASH memory can be programmed either
manually via operator push button, or controlled via a factory automation computer (ATE).
The target’s program code is stored in a standard 32-pin PLCC 256 KB x 8 Flash PROM (EEPROM). A
RS-232 interface is provided for connection to a PC allowing for downloading of the target’s program
code to the TFP2’s internal EEPROM. This downloading utility along with target programming and
additional status information is provided via a simple text based user interface.
The TFP2 supports target flash memory siz of: 8KB, 16KB, 32KB, 64KB, 128KB, and 256KB.
Once the TFP2’s internal EEPROM is programmed, the PC may be removed for standalone operation.
Standalone operation only performs the target FLASH memory programming. Once programmed, the
target’s FLASH memory contents are verified and a PASS or FAIL indication is reported. The TFP2 front
panel incorporat two status LEDs. The status indications are also provided at the ATE connector
and displayed by the PC User Interface.
Two target connectors are provided to facilitate custom target connections. The standard ADM-51 ribbon
cable connector is provided along with a discrete wire connector. The discrete wire connector
accommodat low cost, custom cable harns. The two cable connector interfac are hardwired
together and are t two separate interfac.
1.2 SAFETY AND D T
Standard D handling precautions should be employed whe handling electronic equipment. The
TFP2 Flash Programmer utiliz D protection devic on its cable interfac. Potential equipment
damage and/or malfunction is possible if work surface grounding procedur are t incorporated.
1.3 KIT CONTENTS
§ Model TFP2 Flash Programmer
§ 5VDC/1,000mA universal wall transformer with 2.5mm plug
§ Serial cable, DB9, Male/Female, straight cable, 2m length (Digi-Key AE1020-ND)
§ ATE cable housing and crimp pins
§ Target-LS cable housing and crimp pins
§ CHKSUM.EXE Utility Diskette or CD-ROM
§ Model TFP2 User Manual
§ TFP2 Quick Start Guide
1.4 COMPATIBILITY
This manual appli to the following hardware and software revisions:
§ TFP2 firmware revision 1.53 or later
§ TFP2 hardware revision 1
