683xx Freescale Microcontroller Programmer

The Freescale 683xx (formerly Motorola 683xx) is a family of compatible microcontrollers that use a Motorola 68000-based CPU core. The family was developed using a hardware description language, which makes the parts synthesizable and amenable to improved manufacturing processes such as shrinkage. Two CPU cores are used in the 683xx family: the 68EC000 and the CPU32. The instruction set of the CPU32 core is similar to that of the 68020 without bit field commands and contains some commands that are unique to the CPU32 core, such as table search and interpolation commands and a stop mode with low power consumption.The tools provided here by eVision Systems help you to understand the complexity of Reduce application and product tests and implement their application on your MCU without errors.

1. Compatible Debug Interfaces

The Multilink models greatly simplify programming and debugging of embedded target systems. They allow a PC to communicate with a target processor via a high-speed USB interface on the PC and a debug port on the microcontroller. The PC can then control the microprocessor through the target chip's debug port. Debug mode allows full control over processor operation, regardless of whether the processor has already been programmed. For example, a controlling application can access the memory from the CPU's point of view.

If you are new to on-chip debugging, you can access a short tutorial here.

The Multilink Series

Features of the FX models

Fast, trouble-free USB 2.0 communication interface
Draw your power directly from the USB port - no external power supply required
Multi-voltage support for targets from 1.6 to 5.25 volts
Contains all ribbon cables for all supported architectures
The Multilink FX Universal model, which, in addition to enhanced security and automation functions, enables debugging and programming at 4 to 10 times the speed. The FX Universal model supports the same wide range of MCU families as the Universal version plus devices from the MPC5xx/8xx and HC16/683xx series. (see supported device list)

683xx Flash Programming Software

The addition of the flash programming software PROG-HL-32Z enables the Multilink to program flash memories and EEPROMs on the chip. The Multilink series in combination with the 683xx programming software is suitable for both development and small series

Supported Development Tools

NXP/Freescale CodeWarrior 10.6, IAR Embedded Workbench, Keil -Vision

Integrated support for Multilink Universal & FX as well as Cyclone Universal for debugging and programming

Atollic True STUDIO, KDS Kinetis Design Studio, Kosmische IDE & ZAP

Use the free PEmicro GDB Server to support the Multilink Universal & FX and the Cyclone Universal for debugging and programming

In addition, interface routines are available, consisting of a set of C libraries that allow calling the APIs for the BDM interface.

2. Compatible In System programmers

PEmicro's CYCLONE Flash Programmers are powerful tools for in-circuit programming, debugging and testing of microcontrollers (MCU), either in standalone mode or controlled from a PC. The PE Micro programmers are reliable, easy to configure and extremely easy to use.

Key Features

Stand alone programming
Delimitation and encryption of the programming image
Cyclone powers the target system
Manual and automated programming
Support for serial number setting
Use as a debug probe during development

Operating Modes

Interactive programming packages are provided for all supported CPU families.
Link to a PC: Multiple target programs downloadable. The Cyclone can then be used as a manually controlled, standalone flash programmer for on-chip or off-chip memory.
Control via a PC (Ethernet, USB, serial interface): Automated commands, batch commands or a C program from the DLL included in the package allow the Cyclones to be controlled.