Semtech TS8000 Flash Series Istruzioni operative
TS8000x Flash
Programming Guide
TS8000x Programming Guide www.semtech.com
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WIRELESS CHARGING
TS8000x Flash
Programming Guide
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Introduction
Onboard flash programming of the TS8000x allows numerous advantages, including:
Faster time-to-market: If a change is made to the flash memory image, the change can be sent
directly to the manufacturing line, speeding production revision time.
Improved reliability: When the processor is programmed during production, it is assured that
only the most up-to-date version of the firmware will be shipped. In addition, the time and
resources needed to track units to be reworked is eliminated.
Supply chain simplification: Traditionally, manufacturing operations track both programmed
and unprogrammed units, whereas with onboard programming, only unprogrammed flash units
are inventoried.
Table of Contents
Overview ......................................................................................................................................2
Option 1: Semtech USB-I2C Adapter & Wireless Power GUI .....................................................3
Option 2: Aardvark Adapter and Text-Mode Script......................................................................9
Option 3: In-Circuit Test Hardware and C Source Code............................................................12
Checklist 1: Semtech USB-I2C Adapter & Wireless Power GUI ...............................................13
Checklist 2: Aardvark Adapter and Text-Mode Script................................................................15
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Overview
TS8000x devices are provided with an installed bootloader program, which the OEM will use to install
their desired firmware image. This is typically done on the assembly line after the PCB has been
assembled and tested for functionality.
To invoke the bootloader program, the TS8000x DEBUG pin is held low during power-up. Firmware can
then be downloaded to the TS8000x over the I2C serial port, which is a three-pin interface: a data line:
SMB_SDA, a clock: SMB_SCL and a reference ground line: GND.
There are numerous ways that a firmware image may be downloaded to the TS8000x. Three such
methods are described in this document.
The simplest and lowest cost method employs the Semtech TS8000x GUI and USB to I2C adapter board.
This method requires some user interaction, and thus a bit of time and attention to implement, and is thus
best suited to low volume applications where the extra programming time is made up for by the minimal
setup cost and effort.
The use of the Aardvark USB to I2C adapter and a ‘one-click’ software solution provided by Semtech
presents an attractive solution for intermediate volume applications. The relatively low cost of the
Aardvark board is quickly offset by the faster and simpler programming process permitted.
High volume production environments will usually employ a bed of nails (In-Circuit Test, ICT) or flying
probe system. Semtech provides the simple C source code used to create the Aardvark-based software
implementation that the OEM can integrate into their existing automation equipment software. This
method allows for the fastest programming, either one board at a time or in parallel arrays.
In addition to the methods described here, CMs or ODMs may have their own methodology that they are
free to employ as they wish.
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Option 1: Semtech USB-I2C Adapter & Wireless Power
GUI
Semtech’s GUI developed for its wireless power controllers in combination with an adapter board allows
the internal states of the TS8000x to be inspected and modified. One of the features of this development
tool is the ability to download a firmware image, which is the key interest here.
In this section, the information needed to program the TS8000x using the Semtech USB/I2C Adapter
Board and Semtech Wireless Power GUI will be provided. First, the process for downloading and
installing the GUI will be considered. Next, obtaining and setting up the hardware will be covered. Finally,
the procedure for using the GUI to download the firmware image will be detailed.
The material presented here is in full detail with graphics included. At the end of this document, a
shorthand, ‘checklist’ version of these instructions is provided which many users should find to be
sufficiently detailed to document the steps involved in a much more condensed format.
Software Installation
1. On a PC running Windows 7 or greater, go to the Semtech website: www.semtech.com.
2. In the “Enter
keyword or Part No
search box, enter
TS80000
3. Click on the
Docs & Resources
tab
4. Under “Tools &
Software” click on
TS8000X GUI
5. Save the GUI archive file SemtechWirelessPowerGUI_setup.zip to your PC.
6. Extract the files setup.exe and WirelessPowerGUI_setup.msi from the ZIP archive to the directory of
your choice.
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7. Double-click on setup.exe to launch the installation program.
- The “Welcome…” window should open.
- Click Next to proceed.
8. On the “License Agreement” screen:
- Review the license terms.
- Select I Agree.
- Click Next to proceed.
9. The “Select Installation Folder” screen offers options for:
- Where to extract the GUI files to.
- Which users to make the software available to.
The default values will usually suffice.
If not, modify them to your requirements.
Once the selections are made:
- Click Next to continue.
10.On the “Confirm Installation” screen:
- Click Next to begin the software extraction and installation.
The software installation progress screen should appear briefly.
11. When finished, the “Installation Complete” confirmation screen
should appear, indicating successful installation of the TS80002 GUI.
- Click Close to complete the installation process.
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12. A new icon should now be present on your desktop: Semtech Wireless Power GUI.
- Double-click the icon to launch the program.
- If the program indicates a missing XML file, accept the option to auto-create a new one.
13. The GUI should
open to the screen
shown here:
If a window similar
to this has opened
on your screen, the
software setup was
successful.
14. Close the
program (by clicking
on the Xin the
upper right corner of
the window).
Software setup should only need to be performed once on a given PC, but if required can be reinstalled
by repeating the above procedure.
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Hardware Preparation
The Semtech USB to I2C adapter board is included as part of the TSWITX-G4-EVM, along with its
connector cable. Visit Semtech.com for the part number of the latest version of the EVM kit. EVM kits can
be found at: http://semtech.com/ wireless-charging.
Three wires are required between the adapter board and the board to be programmed:
- SDA
- SCL
- GND
A fourth, optional, interface line, Vcc, provides power from the adapter to the target board and is included
in the interface cable. If the target board is not provided power separately, this line provides a convenient
power solution. If the target board is being separately powered, this line should not be used, to avoid
possible conflicts between the power supplies.
USB cable
to PC
4 : GND
3 : SCK
2 : SDA
1: Vcc
Adapter Board Target Board
4 3 2 1
20 : GND
4 : SCL
3 : SDA
1 : Vcc
The cable for the adapter board is designed to plug directly into a 4 pin interface on the board containing
the TS8000x device. Ideally, the target board should have pinouts in the configuration as per the diagram
above. If the target board does not have this particular interface available, you will need to craft an
interface cable from the USB to I2C adapter board to the points on your board that match those identified
above.
Lastly, to invoke bootloader mode, the DEBUG line on the TS8000x must be grounded prior to application
of power to cause the processor to enter bootloader mode on powerup.
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Programming Sequence
1. Connect the Semtech USB-I2C adapter to the TS8000x target board via the 4 wire cable.
2. On the TS8000x target board, ground the Debug pin.
3. Connect the USB-I2C adapter board to your PC with a USB cable.
4. If separately powered, apply power to the TS8000x target board.
5. Launch the GUI by clicking on the icon:
6. On the Device tab,
select the TS8000x
version that matches
your device
7. Verify the Status
indicates the selected
TS8000x is Connected
8. Click on the
Firmware tab
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9. Locate
the firmware
BIN file to
be installed
via the …
button
10.Click
Program to
begin the
download
11.Note
the green
bar
indicating
the
progress of
the
download
followed by
the popup
window
verifying the
successful
download
The download is now complete. The GUI can be closed, boards powered down, and cables removed.
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Option 2: Aardvark Adapter and Text-Mode Script
In this section, the information needed to program the TS8000x using the Aardvark I2C/SPI Adapter
Board and Semtech Text-Mode Script will be provided. First, the preliminary steps of obtaining the
adapter board and downloading and installing the software will be considered. Next, setting up the
hardware and using the Text-Mode Script to download the firmware image will be detailed.
For clarity, the material presented here is in full detail with graphics included. At the end of this document,
a shorthand, ‘checklist’ version of these instructions is provided which many users should find to be
sufficiently detailed to document the steps involved in a much more condensed format.
Hardware Required
The Aardvark I2C/SPI Adapter kit may be obtained from http://www.totalphase.com/
Software Installation
1. On a PC running Windows XP or greater, go to the Semtech website: www.semtech.com
2. In the “Enter
keyword or Part No
search box, enter
TS80000
3. Click on the
Docs & Resources
tab
4. Under “Tools &
Software” click on
TS8000x
Programming using
text-mode script
5. Save the file TS80002_Programming.zip to your PC.
6. Extract the files within TS80002_Programming.zip, with subdirectories maintained, to the directory of
your choice.
7. Under the directory you installed the new files in, navigate to the subdirectory:
\TS80002_Programming\fw_flash_Semtech_v1.0\Aardvark USB Driver
8. Unzip TotalPhaseUSB-v2.12.exe from TotalPhaseUSB-v2.12.zip
9. Double-click TotalPhaseUSB-v2.12.exe to launch the driver installation wizard. Follow the instructions
below to install the Aardvark interface driver software.
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