Renesas PCA7401 User Manual
PCA7401
PROM Programming Adapter for M37266EESP/SS, M37270EFSP/SS/ERSS, M37280EKSP/SS/ERSS
User's Manual
Rev. 1.00
July 1, 2003
REJ10J0185-0100Z
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• This product is a development supporting unit for use in your program development and evaluation stages. In mass-producing your
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Contents
Chapter 1. Precautions for Safety ......................................................................................................4
Chapter 2. Introduction...................................................................................................................... 6
2.1 Things to Check When Unpacking .................................................................................. 6
Chapter 3. Usage ............................................................................................................................... 7
3.1 Programming Procedure...................................................................................................7
3.2 Attaching the Adapter to a PROM Programmer ..............................................................8
3.3 Mounting an MCU into the Adapter ................................................................................9
3.4 Setting the Programming Areas ..................................................................................... 10
3.5 Recommended PROM Programmers ............................................................................. 10
Chapter 4. Specifications................................................................................................................. 11
4.1 Specifications .................................................................................................................11
4.2 Memory Maps ................................................................................................................12
Chapter 5. Troubleshooting .............................................................................................................15
5.1 Errors That Occur When Writing to PROM .................................................................. 15
(1) When Newly Purchased............................................................................................ 15
(2) Previously Written Normally.................................................................................... 15
5.2 MCUs Do Not Function Normally................................................................................. 15
5.3 Other Precautions ...........................................................................................................16
(1) About the Recommended PROM Programmers....................................................... 16
(2) About Reading Out of Device Identification Code .................................................. 16
5.4 How to Request for Support........................................................................................... 16
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Chapter 1. Precautions for Safety
In both the user's manual and on the product itself, several icons are used to insure proper handling
of this product and also to prevent injuries to you or other persons, or damage to your properties.
This chapter describes the precautions which should be taken in order to use this product safely and
properly. Be sure to read this chapter before using this product.
If the requirements shown in the "WARNING"
WARNING
CAUTION
IMPORTANT
In addition to the three above, the following are also used as appropriate.
means WARNING or CAUTION.
Example: CAUTION AGAINST AN ELECTRIC SHOCK
sentences are ignored, the equipment may
cause serious personal injury or death.
If the requirements shown in the "CAUTION"
sentences are ignored, the equipment may
malfunction.
It means important information on using this
product.
means PROHIBITION.
Example: DISASSEMBLY PROHIBITED
means A FORCIBLE ACTION.
Example:
The following pages describe the symbols "WARNING", "CAUTION", and "IMPORTANT".
UNPLUG THE POWER CABLE FROM THE RECEPTACLE.
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WARNING
Warnings for Use Environment:
• This equipment is to be used in an environment with a maximum ambient temperature of 35˚C. Care
should be taken that this temperature is not exceeded.
• Select the proper programming mode of the PROM programmer.
CAUTION
Caution to Be Taken for Modifying This Product:
• Do not disassemble or modify this product. Disassembling or modifying this product can cause
damage. Disassembling and modifying the product will void your warranty.
Cautions to Be Taken for Handling This Product:
• Use caution when handling this product. Be careful not to apply a mechanical shock such as falling.
• Do not directly touch the connector pins of this product.
• Be careful with the static electricity when handling this product and the MCU.
Caution for Keeping This Product:
•When not using this product for a long time:
(1) Attach the connector pins of this product to the conductive sponge.
(2) Put it into a conductive polyvinyl, and keep it in the package case shipped from the factory.
(3) Store it in the place where humidity and temperature are low and direct sunshine does not
strike.
IMPORTANT
Note on This Product:
•We cannot accept any request for repair.
When Using The Product:
• Attach this product to the IC socket on the PROM programmer properly.
•Mount the MCU to the IC socket of this product properly.
•When opening and closing the IC socket of this product, be sure to keep it horizontal.
•Be sure to specify the programming area of the PROM programmer properly.
• Do not use the PROM programmer's device identification code readout function.
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Chapter 2. Introduction
The PCA7401 is a PROM programming adapter for Renesas 8-bit 7200 Series MCUs. The adapter
is a tool that can be used to write programs into an internal PROM of MCUs using a commercially
available PROM programmer.
This manual describes the specifications and the operation of the PCA7401.
Figure 2.1 shows the external view of the PCA7401 and its constituent parts.
Figure 2.1 External view of the adapter and its constituent parts
2.1 Things to Check When Unpacking
This product consists of the following parts listed in Table 2.1. When unpacking, check to see that
it contains all of the components shown in Table 2.1 below.
Table 2.1 Package components
Main unit
Connector
User's manual
If any part is missing or there is any doubt about your product package, contact your local distributor.
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