This manual describes the hardware tools that support the Texas Instruments MSP432™ device family of
ARM®Cortex®-M based microcontrollers.
How to Use This Manual
This manual describes the setup and operation of the hardware tools. It does not fully describe the
MSP432 microcontrollers or the development software systems. For details of these items, see the
appropriate TI documents listed in Important MSP432 Documents on the Web.
Important MSP432 Documents on the Web
The primary sources of MSP432 information are the device-specific data sheets and user's guides. The
MSP432 web site contains the most recent versions of these documents.
Documents that describe the Code Composer Studio™ tools (Code Composer Studio™ IDE, assembler,
C compiler, linker, and librarian). A Wiki page (FAQ) that is specific to the Code Composer Studio tools is
available at processors.wiki.ti.com/index.php/Category:CCS. The TI E2E™ Community support forums
provide additional help.
Documentation for third-party tools, such as the IAR Embedded Workbench®for ARM IDE or the Segger
J-Link debug probe, can be found on the respective third-party website.
Preface
SLAU571A–March 2015–Revised May 2016
Read This First
If You Need Assistance
Support for the MSP432 devices and the hardware development tools is provided by the Texas
Instruments Product Information Center (PIC). Contact information for the PIC can be found on the TI web
site. The TI E2E™ Community support forums for the MSP432 provide open interaction with peer
engineers, TI engineers, and other experts. Additional device-specific information can be found on the
MSP432 web site.
MSP432, Code Composer Studio, TI E2E are trademarks of Texas Instruments.
ARM, Cortex are registered trademarks of ARM Limited.
IAR Embedded Workbench is a registered trademark of IAR Systems AB.
This chapter contains information relating to the hardware tools and includes schematics, PCB pictorials,
and bills of materials. All other tools are described in separate product specific user's guides. Information
about the TI XDS100 and XDS200 debug probes is not included in this document, and can be found at
www.ti.com/tool/xds100 and www.ti.com/tool/xds200, respectively.
The MSP-FET-432ADPTR is an adapter to convert the 14-pin JTAG connector to either standard ARM 10pin or ARM 20-pin connectors. This allows for use of the MSP-FET debug probe with MSP432 Cortex-M
devices.
1.1.2 Key Features
•Use MSP-FET to debug MSP432 Cortex-M Devices
•10-pin ARM support
•20-pin ARM support
1.1.3 Kit Contents
•1x MSP-FET-432ADPTR 14-pin JTAG to ARM adapter
1.1.4 Configuration and Usage
The MSP-FET-432ADPTR allows the use of the MSP-FET debug probe with the MSP432 Cortex-M family
of devices. Operation is straight-forward, with only one selection for how the power is sourced. This
selection is required because of the difference in the power source and sense behavior of the MSP-FET
and the ARM debug standard.
The MSP-FET debug probe has two power states:
1. VCCOutput
•MSP-FET outputs a voltage to the target.
•Output voltage is configurable in the IDE.
•In VCCoutput state, the MSP-FET voltage sense functionality is not enabled.
2. VCCSense
•MSP-FET senses an existing external voltage (not from the MSP-FET itself).
•The JTAG signals are level shifted accordingly to match this voltage.
•In VCCSense state, the MSP-FET output voltage is not provided.
The Cortex-M debug standard works a bit differently. In this standard, the VCCSense is always active, no
matter where the external voltage is coming from. Some debug probes, such as the IAR I-jet and Segger
J-Link have a voltage output, all while still sensing the VCCSense.
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Table 1-1. Matrix of S1 Switch Orientation Compared to ARM Connector Option
ARM 20-pin connector
ARM 10-pin connector
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• External power is sensed through ARM pin 1
• External power needs to be connected to
debug target
• External power is sensed through ARM pin 1
• External power needs to be connected to
debug target
VCCSense (S1 Left)VCCOutput (S1 Right)
• Power is provided by the MSP-FET through
ARM pin 19.
• Alternatively, power can be wired to the target
using connector J4.
• This output matches other ARM debug probes
like IAR i-Jet and SEGGER J-Link
• Note that the IAR i-Jet outputs 3.3 V, and
SEGGER J-Link outputs 5 V on this pin.
Ensure the target accounts for the specific
voltage output by MSP-FET.
• There is no pin to connect the power output
on the 10 pin connector
• Power output is provided on connector J4.
This can be wired to the target board.
NOTE: This kit does not include MSP432 microcontroller samples. To sample the compatible
devices, visit the product page or select the related MCU after adding the tool to the TI Store
cart: MSP432P401R.
The MSP-TS432PZ100 is a stand-alone ZIF socket target board used to program and debug the MSP432
MCU in-system through the JTAG interface or the Serial Wire Debug (SWD 2-wire JTAG) protocol. Two
standard ARM Cortex-M debug connectors provide connectivity to a large number of debug probes from
Texas Instruments and third parties.
All device pins are readily accessible through dedicated headers, which makes the board the ideal center
of a prototype setup.
1.2.2 Key Features
•ZIF socket for 100-pin QFP (PZ) packages
•Access to all 100 device pins
•LEDs and buttons
•2 x Cortex-M JTAG connectors supporting all 10- or 20-pin compatible debug probes
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1.2.3 Kit Contents
•One READ ME FIRST document
•One MSP-TS432PZ100 target socket board
•One TI Terms and Conditions for Evaluation Modules
•One 32.768-kHz crystal from Micro Crystal
•Four SAM1029-25-ND 25-pin 100-mil through-hole male headers
1.2.4.1Board Configuration For External Target Power Supply
If the application needs to operate in stand-alone mode (for example, to measure current consumption
without debug overhead) or when using ARM Cortex-M debug probes that do not provide power for the
target device (for example, TI XDS100, XDS200, Keil ULINK2, or Keil ULINK Pro), power must be
supplied externally to the target socket board.
Always follow the voltage limits defined in the device data sheet. Also make sure that the following
jumpers have been set as shown here before connecting the debug probe and power supply (see
Figure 1-2):
•JP8: Open
•JP12: Open
•J1: Close 2-3
•JP1: Closed
•JP2: Closed
•J16: Closed
•J2: Connect external VCC to pin 1, and external GND to pins 2 or 3
MSP-TS432PZ100
Figure 1-2. Board Configuration For External Target Power Supply
1.2.4.2Board Configuration When Using ARM®Cortex®-M Debug Probes With Target Power Supply
Capability
Some third-party ARM Cortex-M debuggers (for example, Segger J-Link and IAR i-Jet) can optionally
supply a 5-V voltage to the target system through pin 19 of the debug connector. The LDO IC2 uses this
voltage to generate the 3.3-V target supply voltage. To use the LDO, make sure the following jumpers are
set as shown here before connecting the debug probe (see Figure 1-3):
•JP8: Closed
•JP12: Closed
•J1: Close 1-2
•JP1: Closed
•JP2: Closed
•JP16: Closed
If the debug probe supplies a logic level voltage through pin 19, the LDO can be entirely bypassed using
JP15. Always follow the voltage limits defined in the device data sheet.
Figure 1-3. Board Configuration For Debugger-Supplied Target Power
J1Selector between internal and external power supply.
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JP1Header to measure current flowing into AVCC and DVCC power domains.
JP2
J2Header to feed external voltage to device. If used, connect J1-2 and J1-3.
JP15Header to bypass 3V3 LDO in case a debug probe supplies a logic level voltage through pin 19 of header JA.
Header to disconnect 3.3-V LDO voltage input from pin 19 of header JA. Pin 19 of header JA is used by some
third party ARM Cortex-M debuggers (for example, Segger J-Link and IAR i-Jet) to supply a 5-V voltage to the
target system.
Header to disconnect 3.3-V LDO voltage output from INTVCC. Remove this header if your debugger does not
supply power to avoid current draw by the unpowered LDO.
Header to disconnect DVCC from VCC supply. Connect an ampere meter to measure current flowing into the
digital domain.
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