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# 1   2009-05-14 21:15:43 Field Firmware Update

jetcode
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Registered: 2009-04-03
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Field Firmware Update

Typically a system will have the means to update firmware either by file or via communication. In a Primer2 like environment without the RLink is it possible to perform a firmware field upgrade?

Thanks,
Joe

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# 2   2009-05-15 06:10:12 Field Firmware Update

Francis
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Re: Field Firmware Update

Yes, but it has to be integrated in the firmware. ST generally provides 'DFU' libraries that performs dynamic programming. The principle is to keep within one sector the DFU management, and the application within the rest of the FLASH. With a CortexM3, the relocation of the interrupt vectors makes easier the mechanism. For reprogramming, USB is generally used by you can also use any other communication port.

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# 3   2009-05-15 10:48:55 Field Firmware Update

graham
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Registered: 2008-02-23
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Re: Field Firmware Update

The chip has a factory boot loader that autonegotiates baud rate on USART #1
I'm using it to program my own new design PCB.

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# 4   2009-05-15 19:48:52 Field Firmware Update

jetcode
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Registered: 2009-04-03
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Re: Field Firmware Update

Reprogramming by USB would be perfect. I'll check into it and make sure this feature makes it into the product. As we like to say from the West Coast of California ... far out!

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