ICDPPCNEXUS, P&E’s in-circuit debugger for the MPC55xx/MPC56xx processors, uses reset scripts to properly initialize the device when it comes out of reset. In this post we discuss why these reset scripts are necessary and also analyze the contents of these scripts in detail. Click through for more.

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Today's tip concerns P&E's Cyclone automated programmers. We've noticed that on rare occasions some users have observed that although a "PT" (program trim) command has been specified in the SAP programming sequence, the trim value is not programmed.

By working closely with Cyclone users, we've discovered that the issue is not that the Cyclone receives the command and fails to program the trim value to the target, but rather the PT operation was accidentally pre-empted by the user. Click through to read about this error and a simple preventative solution.

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One of the most valuable features of P&E's Cyclone PRO and Cyclone MAX is the stand-alone mode, which allows users to program their boards without the need for a host PC.  This purpose of this post is to visually show our newest users how to quickly configure their unit for production line programming.  Click through to learn more!

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