S12Z microcontroller programming tools

The S12ZVH MCU integrates a sophisticated MCU with a voltage regulator, CAN and LIN physical layers, display controller, and instrument drivers for entry-level applications in automotive and industrial instrument clusters. The S12ZVH microcontrollers belong to the 16-bit S12 MagniV® mixed-signal MCU family and are part of an automotive instrument cluster solution that demonstrates a high level of single-chip integration. The S12ZVH MCU enables the design of an instrument cluster with a smaller and more energy-efficient footprint, thereby reducing costs and improving overall system reliability with a minimized number of components. The tools provided here by eVision Systems help you reduce the complexity of application and product testing and implement your application flawlessly on your MCU.

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

Compatible Multilink models for S12Z

The USB Multilink Universal is compatible with ARM Cortex, NXP Freescale, and other devices. (See supported device series.)

Common features of both models

Fast, trouble-free USB 2.0 communication interface
They draw their power directly from the USB port – no external power supply required.
Multi-voltage support for targets from 1.6 to 5.25 volts
Includes all flat ribbon cables for all supported architectures
The model Multilink FX Universal , in addition to enhanced safety and automation features, 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 series.)

S12Z Flash programming software

Adding the PROG-HL-S12Z flash programming software enables the Multilink to program on-chip flash memory and EEPROMs. The Multilink series, in combination with the S12Z programming software, is suitable for both development and small-batch production.

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, Cosmic IDE & ZAP

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

Additionally, interface routines are available, consisting of a group of C libraries that enable the retrieval of 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.