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| This blog post describes many of the new, more advanced features that are included with the Cyclone FX Universal. Current users of the legacy Cyclone for Renesas may also wish to take advantage of PEmicro's Cyclone Trade-In Program. It can provide a substantial discount when transitioning to the latest hardware. ------------------------------------------- Cyclone for Renesas (Legacy) PEmicro's Cyclone for Renesas is an extremely flexible tool designed for in-circuit flash programming of Renesas R8C, RL78, RH850, RX600, M16C and M16C/80, M32C, H8 and H8S/Tiny devices. By connecting to the debug header on the target, the Cyclone can program internal memory on a Renesas processor or external flash connected to the processor's address/data bus. The processor or memory device can be mounted on the final printed circuit board before programming. The Cyclone may be operated through batch or dll commands from a PC. Once loaded with data by a PC it can be disconnected and operated manually in a completely stand-alone mode via the LCD menu and control buttons. The Cyclone has over 7Mbytes of non-volatile memory, which allows for the onboard storage of multiple programming images. When connected to a PC for programming or loading it can communicate via the ethernet, USB, or serial interfaces. |
| Supported Devices | SUPPORTED DEVICES: - R8C Family
- RL78 Family (Rev. C Only)
- RH850 Family (Rev. C Only)
- RX600 (Rev. C Only)
- M16C and M16C/80 Family
- M32C Family
- H8 and H8S/Tiny Family
You may view a list of supported devices here. Is there a Renesas device you would like this Cyclone to support? Please let us know!
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Cyclone for Renesas At A Glance
| FEATURES:- Multiple Communications Interfaces
USB, Serial, and Ethernet interfaces.
- On-Board Storage
The Cyclone for Renesas may be pre-programmed with a non-volatile programming image and controlled via the LCD/Buttons or remotely from a PC. Stand-alone programming operation does not require a PC
- Multiple Image Support
Multiple programming images may be stored in Cyclone memory. Learn more about managing multiple images in our Expert's Corner
- LCD Display
An LCD menu display, in conjunction with the status LEDs and buttons, allows stand-alone control and configuration of the Cyclone.
 Cyclone for Renesas LCD Menu
| FUNCTIONS:- Stand-alone Operation
- PC Controlled Stand-alone Programming
- User Controlled Stand-alone Programming
- Third-party API
Explore Cyclone functions...
WHAT'S INCLUDED: Software
Highly intuitive configuration software and automated control software. View complete list...
Power Supply/Cables
Ships with a power supply, communications interface cables, and target connection cables for a variety of microcontrollers. View complete list...
OPTIONAL ADD-ONS: CompactFlash ActivationExpand the Cyclone's memory by activating the CompactFlash expansion port.
Cyclone Automated Programming Package.DLL that allows control of multiple Cyclones, dynamic data programming, access to multiple programming images, and more.
| Device
| Download
Size
| Renesas FDT
with E8
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| Cyclone Renesas, Rev. B
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| Improvement
with Cyclone
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Cyclone for Renesas Programming Speed Comparison
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| M16C/6NK
M306NKFJ
| 512KB
| 81.9
| 39.8
| 51.4%
| M16C/29
M30290FC
| 128KB
| 32.5
| 18.4
| 43.4%
| M16C/26A
M30260F8A
| 64K
| 20.5
| 12.7
| 38.1%
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| R8C/25
R5F21256SNFP
| 32K
| 14.4
| 10.4
| 27.8%
| R8C/13
R5F21134FP
| 16K
| 14.3
| 7.1
| 50.4%
| R8C/2D
R5F212D8SNFP
| 64K
| 20.5
| 15.7
| 23.4%
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| H8/36079
DF36079GHV
| 128K
| 38.2
| 34.2
| 10.5%
| Test performed: erase, program, and full verify.
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Cyclone for Renesas In Depth
| In the following sections we show you the main working modes of the Cyclone.
| Cyclone for Renesas Functionality
Cyclone for Renesas Contents |
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- Host PC Command Packet Launches Programming
- Cyclone Image Programmed To Target
- Cyclone Recovers Successful Result Or Error To PC
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Stand-alone Operation
One of the Cyclone's best features is its ability to work in a pre-configured, stand-alone mode. This ability is very useful for tasks like upgrading firmware in the field, or programming target boards on production lines. In this mode, the user pre-configures the Cyclone with an image that is to be programmed into the target hardware. Once the Cyclone is configured, the programming process may be initiated from the Host PC or by an operator in the field.
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PC Controlled Stand-alone Programming
In this mode, an image has already been programmed into the Cyclone. The PC launches the programming process with a simple command packet. Flash programming occurs directly from the Cyclone image to the target. The result is sent back to the host computer. As part of the command packet, dynamic data such as a serial number may be added to the fixed image being programmed into the target.
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PC Control Of Multiple Cyclones
| The Cyclone for Renesas includes the Basic Edition of PEmicro's Classic Cyclone Automated Control Package. This allows the user to automate programming with one programming image on one Cyclone. PEmicro also offers enhanced editions of the control package which include features like:
Multiple Cyclone Control Error Detection Dynamic Data Programming Image Maintenance
For more information about the Classic Cyclone Automated Control Package, please see the product page. The beauty of this process is that multiple Cyclone units may be controlled at the same time.
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User Control In Stand-Alone Mode
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User Controlled Stand-alone Programming
When detached from a PC, the Cyclone can still operate as a stand-alone programmer. The buttons are used to launch the programming process, and the LEDs display the status of the programming operation. This is ideal for short programming runs or for field updates, where having a PC may not be desirable.
* The Cyclone hardware supports multiple architectures and comes with flash programming software and configuration utilities for all such architectures. |
| System Requirements |
Windows 7 (32- or 64-bit)
Windows 8 (32- or 64-bit)
Windows 10 (32- or 64-bit)
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