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Added Support for Elmos E523.63

PEmicro Blogger (www.pemicro.com) — Wed, 23 Sep 2026 14:04:59 EST

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With the release of Cyclone software v11.81 and PROGACMP software v10.13, PEmicro development and production programmers now support the Elmos E523.63 motor-controller SoC.

The E523.63 is a fully integrated motor controller with four half bridges, each rated for 1000 mA. It is based on a 40 MHz Arm® Cortex®-M23 core with 64 KB of flash program memory, and includes a system ROM with a bootloader and LIN stack. The device is a universal controller for brushed DC, stepper, and brushless DC motors. It provides a LIN 2.2 interface with autobaud and auto-addressing, and user-configurable GPIOs for SPI, SENT, analog input, and the Arm SWD interface. The E523.63 operates from a 7 V to 18 V supply, with limited operation from 5.5 V to 28 V and load-dump tolerance to 40 V, in a TSSOP16-EP package.

To request support for other Elmos Semiconductor devices, please submit a new flash algorithm request through our support ticket system: https://www.pemicro.com/SRS/create_SR_flashAlgRequest.cfm

Added Support for Infineon MOTIX TLE994x and TLE995x

PEmicro Blogger (www.pemicro.com) — Wed, 23 Sep 2026 14:00:10 EST

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With the release of Cyclone software v11.81 and PROGACMP software v10.13, PEmicro development and production programmers now support the Infineon MOTIX™ TLE994x and TLE995x devices.

The TLE994x and TLE995x are single-chip motor-control SoCs for small and medium automotive motors. Each device integrates a 32-bit Arm® Cortex®-M23 core running at up to 40 MHz, 72 KB of flash with EEPROM emulation, and 6 KB of RAM, together with a LIN transceiver, bridge driver, and power supply in a TSDSO-32 package. The TLE994x devices provide a two-phase bridge driver for brushed DC motors, such as seat adjustment and power windows. The TLE995x devices provide a three-phase bridge driver for brushless DC motors, such as pumps and fans in thermal-management systems. Both families meet ISO 26262 requirements up to ASIL B and include Arm® TrustZone® for software isolation. The devices are qualified to AEC-Q100 Grade 0 and Grade 1.

New device support added for the following part numbers: TLE9944EQA40, TLE9944EQW40, TLE9954EQA40, TLE9954EQW40, TLE9954QSA40, TLE9954QSW40

Added Support for STMicroelectronics STM32H543 and STM32H553 Devices

PEmicro Blogger (www.pemicro.com) — Wed, 23 Sep 2026 13:57:27 EST

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With the release of Cyclone software v11.81 and PROGACMP software v10.13, PEmicro development and production programmers now support the STMicroelectronics STM32H543 and STM32H553 microcontrollers.

The STM32H543 and STM32H553 devices are part of the STM32H5 series. They are based on the Arm® Cortex®-M33 core with TrustZone®, running at up to 250 MHz, and include up to 1 MB of dual-bank flash program memory with ECC and read-while-write support, and up to 304 KB of SRAM. The STM32H55x devices add hardware cryptographic acceleration for secure embedded designs.

These high-performance MCUs combine processing performance, security, and connectivity, including Ethernet, FD-CAN, USB, and Octo-SPI, for industrial and connected embedded applications.

New device support added for the following part numbers: STM32H543CET6, STM32H543CEU6, STM32H543CGT6, STM32H543CGU6, STM32H543RET6, STM32H543RGT6, STM32H543UGY6TR, STM32H543VEI6, STM32H543VET6, STM32H543VEZ3, STM32H543VGI6, STM32H543VGT6, STM32H543VGZ3, STM32H543ZEJ6, STM32H543ZET6, STM32H543ZEZ3, STM32H543ZGJ6, STM32H543ZGT6, STM32H543ZGZ3, STM32H553CGT6, STM32H553CGU6, STM32H553RGT6, STM32H553UGY6TR, STM32H553VGI6, STM32H553VGT6, STM32H553VGZ3, STM32H553ZGJ6, STM32H553ZGT6, STM32H553ZGZ3

Product origin

PEmicro Blogger (www.pemicro.com) — Mon, 21 Sep 2026 13:15:45 EST

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All PEmicro hardware and software are originated, produced, and made in USA

Determining Which Hardware (Multilink, Cyclone) is compatible with ICD, PROG, and UNIT software versions

PEmicro Blogger (www.pemicro.com) — Mon, 21 Sep 2026 13:15:26 EST

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PEmicro sells several models of the Multilink and Cyclone Programmers. PEmicro also sells different flavors of the PROG, ICD, GDB, PKG, and UNIT software products. It can be confusing to the customer which hardware can be used with a specific orderable software. This is actually relatively easy to determine however.

Each of the orderable part numbers for the PROG (PROG Flash Programming Software), ICD (ICD In-Circuit Debugger Software), GDB (GDB Server Plug-In for Eclipse-based ARM IDEs), PKG (PKG Software Packages) and UNIT (UNIT Library Modules) products indicate which product families (architectures) they are designed to work with as well as which Multilink and Cyclone orderable part numbers support them. This information is on the Pricing tab of each product which lists all of the orderable part numbers for that software product and which architectures and hardware products (multilink and cyclone) are compatible.

All algorithms are delivered with the PROG or PKG software for multilinks users. and within the cyclone software package for cyclone users. Algorithms can no longer be downloaded from PEmicro's website. Algorithm files may be listed on PEmicro's website for identification only.

The following hardware will not work with any of the hardware licenses for PROG, ICD, or PKG software:

All parallel port interfaces like CABLE BDM-Multilink and CABLE 16/32.

Legacy USB multilinks like USB BDM Multilink, USB ML 12, USB ML 16/32, USB ML PPCNEXUS, PowerPC Nexus Multilink, USB PPC BDM, PPC BDM Multilink, MON08 Multilink.

ECCN and HTS codes

PEmicro Blogger (www.pemicro.com) — Wed, 16 Sep 2026 12:31:17 EST

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ECCN codes for all products: EAR99

HTS codes for each product:

Cyclone Universal LC - 8471500150

Cyclone Universal FX - 8471500150

Cyclone ARM LC - 8471500150

Cyclone ARM FX - 8471500150

Multilink Universal - 8471410150

Multilink Universal FX - 8471410150

Multilink ACP - 8471410150

CAB_RIBBON_06-PIN - 8536694051

CAB_RIBBON_10-PIN - 8536694051

CAB_RIBBON_10-PIN_MINI - 8536694051

CAB_RIBBON_14-PIN - 8536694051

CAB_RIBBON_16-PIN - 8536694051

CAB_RIBBON_20-PIN - 8536694051

CAB_RIBBON_20-PIN_MINI - 8536694051

CAB_RIBBON_26-PIN - 8536694051

CAB_RIBBON_26-PIN_FF - 8536694051

CAB_RIBBON_ERNI_4-PIN - 8536694051

BERG14-TO-MICTOR38 - 8536694040

CABLE CF ADAPTER - 8536694040

CU-CUFX-STM8-ADPT - 8536694040

CUFX-RENESAS-ADPT - 8536694040

JTAG_SWD_Adapter - 8536694040

ML-MLFX-RS08-ADPT - 8536694040

CPRO_PWRSUPPLY - 8504409510

CYCLONE-9V-POWERPACK - 8507600000

SDCARD - 8523510000

NXP S32K1xx: CSEC and Mass Erase

PEmicro Blogger (www.pemicro.com) — Fri, 11 Sep 2026 13:40:58 EST

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The NXP S32K1xx devices have a Cryptographic Services Engine (CSEc) module that provides security features. With respect to flash operations, once CSEc flash keys have been allocated, flash mass erase on the S32K1xx is disabled. This article explains how to handle the different erases using PEmicro tools.

NXP Semiconductor (formerly Freescale, Formerly Motorola) Device Support

PEmicro Blogger (www.pemicro.com) — Wed, 09 Sep 2026 17:04:58 EST

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NXP Semiconductor (formerly Freescale, Formerly Motorola) Device Support

Part numbers are not case sensitive so ignore capitalization. Where programming is being done, for volume programming is done we generally recommend the Cyclone Programmer (any version) over the "PROG Flash Programming Software" as it is designed more for this scenario.

All algorithms are included in the Cyclone Installer as well as the appropriate PROG installer as well as coming with our plug-ins for many IDEs like CodeWarrior, MCU Xpresso IDE, and S32 design studio.

PEmicro supports NXP Arm devices as described here: https://www.pemicro.com/partners/index.cfm?manufacturer_id=1. This includes almost all devices in the families : MCX, LPC, i.MX RT, S32K, S32, and Kinetis. The Cyclone FX and Cyclone LC support these parts for programming. The "PROG Flash Programming Software" which has the part number PROG-HL-ARM also supports these devices with a Multilink LC/FX. Multilink LC/FX or Cyclone LC/FX supports these devices for debug and development with NXP IDEs including NXP Codewarrior (older Kinetis parts), MCUXPresso IDE or MCUXpresso VSCode Plugin (for MCX, i.MX RT, LPC, and newer Kinetis Parts), and S32 Design Studio (for S32 devices). The debug protocols most used for these devices are JTAG and SWD.

PEmicro does not support NXP LPC devices which start with the string "LPC2". These are based on an ARM7 core. The processors often have a part number that begin with the form LPC2??? where the ? are digits.

PEmicro does not support NXP LPC devices which start with the string "LPC3". These are based on an ARM9 core. The processors often have a part number that begin with the form LPC3??? where the ? are digits.

PEmicro supports NXP devices with the part number of the form MWCT10??S, MWCT1R24Z, MWCT1023IF, MWCT1123F, MWCT20??S, and MWCT2D??S where the ? signifies a digit and the X signifies a letter. The Cyclone FX and Cyclone LC support these parts for programming. The "PROG Flash Programming Software" which has the part number PROG-HL-ARM also supports these devices with a Multilink LC/FX. NXP S32 Design Studio with a Multilink LC/FX or Cyclone LC/FX supports these devices for debug and development.

PEmicro supports most NXP devices which start with FS32K. We refer to this family specifically as the S32K family or more broadly as part of the S32 Family (which supports more than just the K devices). Similarly we support some devices in the V, G, M, and N families as well (part numbers starting with FS32V, FS32G, FS32M, and FS32N). The customer can see specific device support here : https://www.pemicro.com/partners/index.cfm?manufacturer_id=1. The Cyclone FX and Cyclone LC support these parts for programming. The "PROG Flash Programming Software" which has the part number PROG-HL-ARM also supports these devices with a Multilink LC/FX. NXP S32 Design Studio with a Multilink LC/FX or Cyclone LC/FX supports these devices for debug and development.

PEmicro supports all NXP devices which have 9s08 in the part number. We refer to this product family as the MCS08, HCS08, 9S08, or MC9S08 family of devices. The Cyclone FX and Cyclone LC support these parts for programming. The "PROG Flash Programming Software" which has the part number PROG-HL-HCS08 also supports these devices with a Multilink LC/FX. NXP Codewarrior with a Multilink LC/FX or Cyclone LC/FX supports these devices for debug and development.

PEmicro supports all NXP devices which have 9s12z in the part number. We refer to this product family as the S12Z family of devices. The Cyclone FX and Cyclone LC support these parts for programming. The "PROG Flash Programming Software" which has the part number PROG-HL-S12Z also supports these devices with a Multilink LC/FX. NXP Codewarrior with a Multilink LC/FX or Cyclone LC/FX supports these devices for debug and development.

PEmicro supports all NXP devices which have 9s12 or mc912 or hc12 in the part number but do not have a z character after the 12. We refer to these product families (there are two families the HC12 is a bit older and the parts with an "s" character are newer) as the HCS12 and HC12 families and sometime we refer to them generically as the HC(S)12(X) families of devices. The Cyclone FX and Cyclone LC support these parts for programming. The "PROG Flash Programming Software" which has the part number PROG-HL-12Z also supports these devices with a Multilink LC/FX. NXP Codewarrior with a Multilink LC/FX or Cyclone LC/FX supports these devices for debug and development.

PEmicro supports all NXP devices which have hc908 or hc08 or mc908 in the part number. We refer to this product family as the HC08 family of devices. We refer to the debug protocol specific to this family as MON08. The Cyclone FX and Cyclone LC support these parts for programming. Version 6 of NXP Codewarrior (a Legacy product) with a Cyclone LC/FX supports these devices for debug and development. The Multilink LC/FX does not support these devices.

PEmicro support all NXP devices with an mcf51 in the part number. We refer to this product family as the ColdFire V1 or ColdFire V1+ family of devices. The Cyclone FX and Cyclone LC support these parts for programming. The "PROG Flash Programming Software" which has the part number PROG-HL-CFV1 also supports these devices with a Multilink LC/FX. NXP Codewarrior with a Multilink LC/FX or Cyclone LC/FX supports these devices for debug and development.

PEmicro support all NXP devices with an mcf52 or mcf53 or mcf54 in the part number. We refer to this product family as the ColdFire V2/V3/V4 family of devices which is comprised of the ColdFire V2 and ColdFire V3 and ColdFire V4 families. The Cyclone FX and Cyclone LC support these parts for programming. The "PROG Flash Programming Software" which has the part number PROG-HL-CFZ also supports these devices with a Multilink LC/FX. NXP Codewarrior with a Multilink LC/FX or Cyclone LC/FX supports these devices for debug and development.

Pemicro supports all NXP devices which have 9rs08 in the part number. We refer to this product family as the RS08 family of devices. The Cyclone FX and Cyclone LC support these parts for programming. The Cyclone FX and Cyclone LC support these parts. The "PROG Flash Programming Software" which has the part number PROG-HL-RS08 also supports these devices with a Multilink LC/FX as long as the ML-MLFX-RS08-ADPT adapter is installed. NXP Codewarrior with a Multilink LC/FX or Cyclone LC/FX supports these devices for debug and development, though the Multilinks require the ML-MLFX-RS08-ADPT adapter whereas the Cyclone supports it directly.

PEmicro does not support NXP devices which start with mpc51 or mpc52.

PEmicro supports all NXP devices with an mpc55?? or mpc56?? or mpc57?? in the part number where the ? signifies a digit and not a letter. We refer to this product family as the Qorivva MPC5xxx or PPCNexus or MPC55xx or MPC56xx or MPC57xx family of devices. The Cyclone FX and Cyclone LC support these parts for programming. The "PROG Flash Programming Software" which has the part number PROG-HL-PPCNEXUS also supports these devices with a Multilink LC/FX. NXP S32 Design Studio with a Multilink LC/FX or Cyclone LC/FX supports these devices for debug and development.

PEmicro supports most NXP devices with an mpc5??X or mpc8??X in the part number where the ? signifies a digit and the X signifies any letter, but the customer may want to contact PEmicro to be sure. We refer to this product family as the Power MPC5xx/8xx family of devices. The Cyclone FX and Cyclone LC support these parts for programming. The "PROG Flash Programming Software" which has the part number PROG-HL-PPCZ also supports these devices with a Multilink FX.

PEmicro does not support NXP DSP or DSC devices which start with the string "DSP56F". These are an older family of DSP processors. The processors often have a part number of the form DSP56F8??X where the ? are digits and the X is some string starting with a non-digit (parts are in the 800 family).

PEmicro supports all of the NXP DSC devices which start with the part number MC56F8 with either three or four digits after the 8. i.e. MC56F8??? and MC56F8???? where the ? are each a digit (the part numbers are 8000 or 80000 based). We refer to this product family as the DSC family of devices. The Cyclone FX and Cyclone LC support these parts for programming. The "PROG Flash Programming Software" which has the part number PROG-HL-DSC also supports these devices with a Multilink LC/FX/DSC. NXP Codewarrior with a Multilink LC/FX/DSC or Cyclone LC/FX supports these devices for debug and development.

PEmicro supports NXP DSC devices with the part number of the form MWCT10??, MWCT11??, MWCT12??, MWCT101?A, MWCT101?B, MWCT101?V, MWCT20D2, MWCT20D2A, MWCT2???A, and MWCT2?C?A where the ? signifies a digit and the X signifies a letter The Cyclone FX and Cyclone LC support these parts for programming. The "PROG Flash Programming Software" which has the part number PROG-HL-DSC also supports these devices with a Multilink LC/FX/DSC.

PEmicro supports most NXP devices which have a 68hc16 or 68hc916 in the part number. We refer to this product family as the 68HC16 family of devices or sometimes as the HC16 family. The Multilink FX support these parts for programming when used with the "PROG Flash Programming Software" which has the part number PROG-HL-16Z. The Multilink FX supports debugging these devices when used with the appropriate software.

PEmicro supports most NXP devices which have the MC683?? in the part number. We refer to this product family as the CPU32 family of devices. The Multilink FX support these parts for programming when used with the "PROG Flash Programming Software" which has the part number PROG-HL-32Z. The Multilink FX supports debugging these devices when used with the appropriate software.

When we refer to the family name we sometimes also refer to it as the architecture. i.e. 68HC16 devices are part of the 68HC16 architecture.

Regardless of chip architecture, we no longer provide downloads for internal or external flash algorithms on our website. We only deliver them inside our PROG or PKG software for multilink users, and all included within the cyclone software package for cyclone users. Customers should identify the correct software for their project and find the algorithms within that software.

EU Cyber Resilience Act (CRA) Reporting Begins September 11: Are You Ready? 15 min to Prepare

PEmicro Blogger (www.pemicro.com) — Fri, 21 Aug 2026 13:14:57 EST

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As part of our commitment to providing our customers with secure production programming solutions and strong IP protection for both local and remote production environments, we've put together this guide to help you understand the CRA's upcoming reporting requirements and prepare for the September 11 deadline.

If your company makes hardware or software products available on the European Union market, an important Cyber Resilience Act (CRA) deadline is approaching. Beginning September 11, 2026, manufacturers must report actively exploited vulnerabilities and severe security incidents involving products with digital elements. In some cases, you may have only 24 hours from the time you become aware of an issue to submit an initial report.

That means you should not wait for a security incident to determine who will investigate it, who will decide whether it is reportable, or who will submit the required information. Now is the time to establish your reporting process.

Renesas: RA Cortex-M85 Families Device Lifecycle Programming Support

PEmicro Blogger (www.pemicro.com) — Thu, 20 Aug 2026 12:34:53 EST

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PEmicro's Cyclone FX programmers have extended support for production programming of the Renesas RA family Device Lifecycle Management (DLM) and TrustZone boundary settings. With the release of Cyclone firmware version 11.77 and image creation utility version 10.11, Device Lifecycle Management and TrustZone boundary settings are now supported for Renesas Cortex-M85 devices. The newly supported Renesas security engines include RSIP-E51A (RA8D1, RA8M1, RA8T1) and RSIP-50D (RA8P1, RA8D2, RA8M2, RA8T2).

These settings are used to secure access to the on-chip Flash and RAM from external debug/bootloader access and from untrusted code running internally to the device on devices with DLM Technology and TrustZone support. Configuration and programming of these settings are made simple with PEmicro's stand-alone programmers.

This article is a continuation of a previous post which provided an introduction of Device Lifecycle for Renesas Cortex-M33 devices.

Multi-Channel (Gang) Programmer - Buyer's Guide

PEmicro Blogger (www.pemicro.com) — Tue, 18 Aug 2026 16:42:49 EST

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Things to consider when purchasing a multi-channel production flash programmer.

The questions below are intended to help compare multi-channel programmers on practical production concerns: throughput, reliability, automation, physical integration, data handling, security, and long-term cost. After each question, we explain why the point matters and what the answer is for the Cyclone MultiChannel Programmer.

Join us at the Microchip MASTERS 26

PEmicro Blogger (www.pemicro.com) — Tue, 04 Aug 2026 18:58:01 EST

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Join us at this year's Microchip MASTERS 26, August 10th to 13th 2026 at the JW Marriott Phoenix Desert Ridge Resort & Spa, in Phoenix, Arizona USA.

We'll be present at Innovation night from 7pm to 10pm on Tuesday, and on the Main Hall booth between 10am to 7pm MST on Wednesday.

We'll be demoing our new Cyclone MultiChannel, as well as providing the world's first sneak peak at our PEmicro Visual Studio Code Extension with Microchip MPLAB and its ability to do operating system tracing within Perfetto.

We hope to see you there!

Visit the Microchip MASTERS 26 official website

Introducing PEmicro’s Cyclone MultiChannel Programmer for ST Microelectronics

PEmicro Blogger (www.pemicro.com) — Thu, 23 Jul 2026 18:25:43 EST

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PEmicro has launched the Cyclone MultiChannel Programmer, a new production programming platform capable of simultaneously programming up to 16 devices in a compact, modular form factor.

In the video below we show you how we program 16 STmicro targets at once and at high speed, while also showing many of the features of the Cyclone MultiChannel.

Designed for manufacturing environments where throughput, reliability, automation, and form factor are critical, the Cyclone MultiChannel combines true independent-channel programming with a single point of control, enabling production teams to manage parallel programming operations without increased complexity.

Built on programming technology refined by PEmicro over decades and redesigned for today's automated manufacturing environments, the Cyclone MultiChannel represents a new generation of PEmicro production programming tools.

Ultra-Compact Design Without Sacrificing Capability

Fixture and benchtop space are at a premium.

The Cyclone MultiChannel packs a high channel count into an exceptionally compact footprint, making it ideal for fixture integration, benchtop operation, automated test systems, and scalable manufacturing environments.

Its modular architecture is built around quad-channel blocks that can be snapped together, mounted, or DIN-railed to fit the production environment. Standard configurations include 4-, 8-, 12-, and 16-channel systems, with even larger programming installations possible through SDK-based control of multiple units.

The result is a programming platform that scales with production requirements while minimizing fixture space and cabling complexity.

Built to Meet Production Challenges

Production programming requirements vary widely.

Some production environments program large volumes of a single product, while others support a continually changing mix of devices each with their own programming requirements. The Cyclone MultiChannel was designed to meet these challenges.

The platform supports thousands of ARM and non-ARM devices and a broad range of programming protocols including SWD, JTAG, Secure JTAG, BDM, DAP, Nexus, and more.

The Cyclone MultiChannel has a robust and varied set of capabilities including:

High-speed parallel programming
Dynamic per-device data and serialization
Robust production monitoring and status reporting
Corruption and Tamper Resistant Programming Images
Device verification and securing
Device traceability
Per-channel target power control
Electrically isolated USB and Ethernet communications
Secure image storage and IP protection
Extensive device support with no per-supported device costs

Whether the requirement is high-throughput programming, serialization, traceability, device testing, automation, or support for multiple device architectures, the Cyclone MultiChannel provides the flexibility needed to support a wide range of programming applications.

Designed for Automation

Manufacturing often depends on automation, and the Cyclone MultiChannel was built with that reality in mind.

Comprehensive SDK and console tools enable seamless integration into custom manufacturing applications, command-line interfaces, fixture controllers, Manufacturing Execution Systems (MES), and Automated Test Equipment (ATE).

Integration support includes:

LabVIEW
C and C++
C#
Java
Python
Rust
Visual Basic
Additional language support through standard APIs
Windows, Linux, and macOS

Whether integrating a single fixture or deploying a fully automated production line, the Cyclone MultiChannel provides the flexibility and control needed to fit into existing manufacturing infrastructure.

Learn more about the new Cyclone MultiChannel Programmer and explore available configurations, features, and supported architectures.

Available for ordering now!

Add Support For GigaDevice GD32A711 and GD32A712

PEmicro Blogger (www.pemicro.com) — Wed, 22 Jul 2026 10:57:29 EST

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With the release of Cyclone software v11.72 and PROG-HL-ARM software v10.07.01, PEmicro development and production programmers now support the GigaDevice GD32A71x microcontrollers.

The GD32A711 and GD32A712 automotive MCU series is based on a Cortex®-M7 with up to 2 MB of flash memory.

GD32A71x series high-performance MCUs features a mature integration of in-house developed IP to ensure strong system efficiency and design flexibility.

The device supports ISO 26262 functional safety up to ASIL-B, and incorporates advanced security capabilities, including EVITA-Full compliance and support for Chinese commercial cryptographic algorithms SM2, SM3, and SM4, ensuring robust protection for automotive applications.

The series provides rich automotive communication interfaces, including up to 8x CAN FD, 12x LIN, 6x USART/LIN, and 1x Ethernet, enabling flexible in-vehicle networking architectures. It also supports a wide 2.97V to 5.5V supply range, along with strong ESD/EFT immunity to enhance system reliability in demanding automotive environments.

Designed for demanding operating conditions, the GD32A71x operates across a wide ambient temperature range from -40°C to +125°C and is qualified to AEC-Q100 Grade 1 and IATF 16949:2016 standards, following a zero-defect quality philosophy for automotive-grade reliability.

Introducing PEmicro’s Cyclone MultiChannel Programmer for Renesas

PEmicro Blogger (www.pemicro.com) — Wed, 08 Jul 2026 10:30:15 EST

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PEmicro has launched the Cyclone MultiChannel Programmer, a new production programming platform capable of simultaneously programming up to 16 devices in a compact, modular form factor.

In the video below we show you how we program 8 Renesas RA4x targets at once and at high speed, while also showing many of the features of the Cyclone MultiChannel.

Ultra-Compact Design Without Sacrificing Capability

Fixture and benchtop space are at a premium.

The result is a programming platform that scales with production requirements while minimizing fixture space and cabling complexity.

Built to Meet Production Challenges

Production programming requirements vary widely.

The platform supports thousands of ARM and non-ARM devices and a broad range of programming protocols including SWD, JTAG, Secure JTAG, BDM, DAP, Nexus, and more.

The Cyclone MultiChannel has a robust and varied set of capabilities including:

High-speed parallel programming
Dynamic per-device data and serialization
Robust production monitoring and status reporting
Corruption and Tamper Resistant Programming Images
Device verification and securing
Device traceability
Per-channel target power control
Electrically isolated USB and Ethernet communications
Secure image storage and IP protection
Extensive device support with no per-supported device costs

Designed for Automation

Manufacturing often depends on automation, and the Cyclone MultiChannel was built with that reality in mind.

Integration support includes:

LabVIEW
C and C++
C#
Java
Python
Rust
Visual Basic
Additional language support through standard APIs
Windows, Linux, and macOS

Learn more about the new Cyclone MultiChannel Programmer and explore available configurations, features, and supported architectures.

Available for ordering now!

STMicroelectronics STM32C5 RDP Regression Guide

PEmicro Blogger (www.pemicro.com) — Tue, 23 Jun 2026 11:31:16 EST

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STMicroelectronics: Securing and Recovering STM32C5 Devices with RDP Regression

PEmicro's development tools and production programmers support life-cycle management with readout protection (RDP) on STM32C5 devices. This article explains the STM32C5 security model and walks through provisioning regression passwords and performing RDP regression using PROGACMP and related PEmicro utilities.

Tool support note: PEmicro tools support OEMKEY-based RDP regression from RDP2 to RDP0. Boundary scan operations are not currently supported — this includes the BSKEY transition from RDP2 with boundary scan to RDP2, and OEMKEY regression from the RDP2 with boundary scan state. If you use PEmicro tools for life-cycle management, plan to transition directly between RDP0 and RDP2.

For background on STM32 families that support OEM-password RDP regression, see our earlier article on [STM32U-series RDP regression]. The STM32C5 workflow is similar, but there are important differences in RDP levels, key sizes, and tool configuration that are covered below.

Cyclone MultiChannel Programmer Launched!

PEmicro Blogger (www.pemicro.com) — Wed, 10 Jun 2026 21:24:20 EST

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PEmicro has launched the Cyclone MultiChannel Programmer, a new production programming platform capable of simultaneously programming up to 16 devices in a compact, modular form factor.

Introducing PEmicro’s Cyclone MultiChannel Programmer

PEmicro Blogger (www.pemicro.com) — Wed, 03 Jun 2026 18:27:46 EST

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PEmicro has launched the Cyclone MultiChannel Programmer, a new production programming platform capable of simultaneously programming up to 16 devices in a compact, modular form factor.

Ultra-Compact Design Without Sacrificing Capability

Fixture and benchtop space are at a premium.

The result is a programming platform that scales with production requirements while minimizing fixture space and cabling complexity.

Built to Meet Production Challenges

Production programming requirements vary widely.

The platform supports thousands of ARM and non-ARM devices and a broad range of programming protocols including SWD, JTAG, Secure JTAG, BDM, DAP, Nexus, and more.

The Cyclone MultiChannel has a robust and varied set of capabilities including:

High-speed parallel programming
Dynamic per-device data and serialization
Robust production monitoring and status reporting
Corruption and Tamper Resistant Programming Images
Device verification and securing
Device traceability
Per-channel target power control
Electrically isolated USB and Ethernet communications
Secure image storage and IP protection
Extensive device support with no per-supported device costs

Designed for Automation

Manufacturing often depends on automation, and the Cyclone MultiChannel was built with that reality in mind.

Integration support includes:

LabVIEW
C and C++
C#
Java
Python
Rust
Visual Basic
Additional language support through standard APIs
Windows, Linux, and macOS

Learn more about the new Cyclone MultiChannel Programmer and explore available configurations, features, and supported architectures.

Available for ordering now, ships June 30th 2026.

PEmicro RENESAS high-speed Cyclone Flash Programmers get the job done FASTER

PEmicro Blogger (www.pemicro.com) — Mon, 06 Apr 2026 09:19:28 EST

Source: www.pemicro.com

PEmicro specializes in high-speed, high-reliability flash programming solutions for RENESAS, trusted by more than 30,000 customers worldwide.

Extensive RENESAS Device Support

Support for thousands of popular RENESAS device families like H8, H8S/Tiny, MC16C, M16C80, M32C, R8C, RH850, RL78, RX600, RA, SmartBand, Synergy and many of their variants - see our full list here

Why choose our Cyclone Programmers?

Ultra high-speed programming (usually limited only by by the target capabilities).
Simple to use and powerful control & automation SDK with support for several platforms and languages.
Strong IP protection, including image encryption and usage restrictions.
Cloud-enabled for optional control and observability.
Over 40 years of experience in the embedded systems space.
Over 30,000 customers worldwide.
A multi-channel support system that includes human chat, ticket system, forums, blog, AI agent, and local resellers by region/country.

Visit our Cyclone Flash Programmer page

Visit our Production Programming Learning Center

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With over 40 years of experience, PEmicro is known for delivering industry-leading programming performance, reliable hardware, and exceptional customer support.

PEmicro Infineon high-speed Cyclone Flash Programmers get the job done FASTER

PEmicro Blogger (www.pemicro.com) — Mon, 06 Apr 2026 09:19:28 EST

Source: www.pemicro.com

PEmicro specializes in high-speed, high-reliability flash programming solutions for Infineon, trusted by more than 30,000 customers worldwide.

Extensive Infineon Device Support

Support for thousands of 8/16/32 device parts (like TriCode, AUDO TC1xx & AURIX TC2xx/TC3xx), ARM device families, MOTIX, NFCtag, PRoC-BLE, PSOC4, PSOC6, Traveo-II, and XMC devices - see our full list here

Why choose our Cyclone Programmers?

Ultra high-speed programming (usually limited only by by the target capabilities).
Simple to use and powerful control & automation SDK with support for several platforms and languages.
Strong IP protection, including image encryption and usage restrictions.
Cloud-enabled for optional control and observability.
Over 40 years of experience in the embedded systems space.
Over 30,000 customers worldwide.
A multi-channel support system that includes human chat, ticket system, forums, blog, AI agent, and local resellers by region/country.

Visit our Cyclone Flash Programmer page

Visit our Production Programming Learning Center

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With over 40 years of experience, PEmicro is known for delivering industry-leading programming performance, reliable hardware, and exceptional customer support.