Quick Start Guide for KwikStik
KwikStik
Cost-effective development board for the K40X256
Quick Start Guide for KwikStik
Get to Know the KwikStik
Microphone
Micro USB
Connector
(K40)
Touch Buttons
(E1, E3, E5)
LCD Display
Primary Connector
Figure 1: Front Side of KwikStik Development Board
KwikStik
The Kinetis KwikStik is a cost-effective development tool for the Kinetis family of MCUs. It
features the K40X256VLQ100 (144LQFP) MCU with USB, capacitive touch sensing and
segment LCD functionality. The KwikStik can function either as a standalone development
tool or with the Freescale Tower System (freescale.com/tower). The J-Link™ debug interface
can be used to program the on-board K40X256 MCU or an external Kinetis MCU. Explore the
Kinetis KwikStik DVD to find software installer and documentation. For additional information
on the Kinetis KwikStik and the Kinetis family of microcontrollers, please visit
freescale.com/KwikStik.
Miniplug
Audio Output
Buzzer
Micro USB
Connector
(J-Link)
Touch Buttons
(E2, E4, E6)
Quick Start Guide for KwikStik
Get to Know the KwikStik
Micro SD
Socket
Miniplug
Audio Output
Micro USB
Connector
(JLink)
JTAG Connector
JM128
Microcontroller
(J-Link)
Battery
Primary Connector
Figure 3: LCD Segment Display
of the KwikStik
Figure 2: Back Side of KwikStik Development Board
Infra-red
On/Off Switch
Micro USB
Connector
(K40)
K40X256
Microcontroller
General Purpose
Tower Plug-In
(TWRPI) Socket
Quick Start Guide for KwikStik
Demo Applications
These simple demo applications highlight some of the features of the
K40X256 MCU and the KwikStik evaluation and develoment board.
All of the applications run under the Freescale MQX
user manual for details on the features and functionality of these demos.
Remote Control
The remote control application uses the infrared transmitter to send SIRC protocol
commands that can control most Sony televisions.
Joystick
The KwikStik can used as a USB joystick device when running this application. Use the
touch-sensing electrodes to send commands to the PC.
Sound Recorder
Raw sound data can be recorded from the microphone, stored in the K40 internal memory
and reproduced using the audio output mini-plug connector. A pair of headphones or
external speakers are required for this demo application.
TM
RTOS. Refer to the
Quick Start Guide for KwikStik
Step-by-Step Installation Instructions
In this Quick Start Guide, you will learn how to set up the KwikStik board
and run the default demonstration applications.
Select an
Turn on the Board
Plug in the micro-USB cable into either
USB connector on the KwikStik. This
will turn on the KwikStik and start
charging the rechargeable battery.
Navigate through the
Demo Applications
Use electrodes 1 and 2 to navigate
through the different demo applications
available.
Use electrode 5 or 6 to select the
demo application to run. Refer to the
user manual for specific functionality
of each application.
Application
Learn More About
the Kinetis K40
Microcontrollers
Find more MQX and bare-metal labs
and software for the Kinetis K40
microcontrollers at
freescale.com/KwikStik
Quick Start Guide for KwikStik
J-Link Features
The KwikStik contains an on-board JLINK programmer which can program
the K40X256 or an external MCU using a JTAG connector.
To start, make sure the necessary software and tools are installed on the PC.
Programming the K40X256 MCUs
To program the on-board K40X256 MCU, the ON/OFF switch must be in the ON
position, this disables the JTAG connector.
Programming External MCUs
To program an external MCU, a JTAG connector must be placed on J8 and the
ON/OFF switch must be in the OFF position to deactivate the K40X256 MCU.
Quick Start Guide for KwikStik
Additional Features
Rechargeable Battery
The KwikStik contains an Li-Mg rechargeable battery. Both USB connectors can
recharge the battery when needed. Out of the box, the battery may be
discharged, thus it may be necessary to charge the battery before use.
Power Consumption Sensing Circuit
The KwikStik contains testpoints to precisely measure the amount of current the
system or the K40 MCU are consuming. Please consult the user manual for
further information regarding this feature.
Communication Testpoints
UART, SPI, I2C, and CAN signals of the K40X256 MCU can be accessed through
testpoints included on the board. Consult the user manual for further information
regarding this feature.
Quick Start Guide for KwikStik
To learn more about the KwikStik and other Freescale Kinetis microcontroller products,
please visit freescale.com/KwikStik and freescale.com/Kinetis.
Freescale, the Freescale logo and CodeWarrior are trademarks of
Freescale Semiconductor, Inc., Reg. U.S. Pat. & Tm. Off.
Kinetis is a trademark of Freescale Semiconductor, Inc.
All other product or service names are the property of their respective
owners. © 2011 Freescale Semiconductor, Inc.
Doc Number: KWIKSTIKQSG / REV 1
Agile Number: 926-78576 / REV B
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