Applications Engineering
SKP8CMINI15
SKP8CMINI17
User’s Manual
Rev. 1.1
March 2005
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MCU Applications Engineering
Table of Contents
1.0 Introduction ................................................................................................................. 3
2.0 Kit Contents................................................................................................................. 4
3.0 Limited Guarantee and Support .................................................................................. 5
4.0 System Connectivity.................................................................................................... 6
4.1 Host Computer Requirements..................................................................................... 6
4.2 Mini R8C Board........................................................................................................... 5
4.3 ICD Board ................................................................................................................... 6
4.4 Development Tools ..................................................................................................... 6
4.4.1 HEW......................................................................................................................... 6
4.4.2 NC30 C-Compiler/Assembler/Linker ........................................................................ 7
4.4.3 HEW Debugger ........................................................................................................ 7
4.4.4 FoUSB (Flash-over-USB™) Programmer ................................................................ 7
5.0 Hardware..................................................................................................................... 8
5.1 Mini R8C Board........................................................................................................... 8
5.1.1 R8C/Tiny Series of Microcontrollers......................................................................... 9
5.1.2 Block Diagram.......................................................................................................... 9
5.1.3 External Battery Points........................................................................................... 10
5.1.4 External Power Supply Points................................................................................ 10
6.0 System Operation & Limitations................................................................................ 11
6.1 Kernel (ROM Monitor) Introduction ........................................................................... 11
6.2 Pin Usage Limitations ............................................................................................... 11
6.3 Memory Map ............................................................................................................. 11
6.4 Status After Reset ..................................................................................................... 12
6.5 Register Operation Limitations.................................................................................. 12
6.6 Limitations on Interrupts............................................................................................ 12
6.7 Stop Mode or Wait Mode Limitations ........................................................................ 13
6.8 User Program’s Real-Time Capability....................................................................... 13
6.9 Performing Debug Using Symbols ............................................................................ 13
7.0 Mini R8C Board Specifications.................................................................................. 14
7.1 Hardware Specifications ........................................................................................... 14
7.2 Operating Environment ............................................................................................. 14
Appendix A. Troubleshooting Guide ............................................................................... 15
A.1 USB Driver Problems................................................................................................ 15
A.2 Debugging Problems ................................................................................................ 16
Appendix B. Reference Manuals..................................................................................... 18
Appendix C. J1 & J2 Pin Assignment.............................................................................. 19
Appendix D. Board Dimensions ...................................................................................... 20
Appendix E. Expansion Circuit........................................................................................ 21
Appendix F. Schematic and Bill of Materials................................................................... 22
Appendix G. In-Circuit Debugger .................................................................................... 22
SKP8CMINI-17 User’s Manual Rev. 1.1
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1.0 Introduction
The SKP8CMINI-17* (and the SKP8CMINI-15) Starter Kit Plus (SKP) is a compact system to
evaluate Renesas software development tools and the R8C/Tiny microcontrollers (MCU). The kit
also includes sample code, documentation, and tutorial to jumpstart development.
The software development tools that come with the kit include the High-performance Embedded
Workshop HEW, NC30WA C-compiler/Assembler/Linker, and FoUSB (Flash-over-USB™)
Programmer.
The HEW Debug Interface, together with the In-Circuit Debugger (RTA-FoUSB-MON), provides a
real-time, source-level debug environment. The FoUSB Programmer application, with the In-
Circuit Debugger (ICD), allows in-system programming of the R8C/Tiny flash MCU.
The ICD provides a convenient USB (Universal Serial Bus) interface between the Mini R8C board
and the PC. This interface reduces resource requirements on the R8C/Tiny MCU, allows faster
code downloads and, can also be used to program other Renesas Flash MCU’s using Flash-over-
USB
TM.
*NOTE: this manual also applies to the SKP8CMINI-15. If using the SKP8CMINI-15, replace any
references to the SKP8CMINI-17 with SKP8CMINI-15.
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2.0 Kit Contents
This section describes the contents of SKP8CMINI-17 product package. When unpacking your
kit, please check to see that all products listed below are included.
2.1 SKP8CMINI-17 Starter Kit Plus (SKP) Product List
Table 2-1 lists the products included in the kit.
Table 2-1 SKP8CMINI-17 Product List
Product Name
Mini R8C Board
In-Circuit Debugger (RTA-FoUSB-
MON)
6’ Mini USB Cable
CD ROM
Qty
1
1
1
1
Remark
R8C/Tiny target board
Hardware programmer & debugger
ICD to PC
Auto-install program
HEW4 IDE & software debug
interface
NC30WA Compiler/Assembler
FoUSB programming software
Manuals
Sample programs
2.1.1 CD-ROM
The CD-ROM contains the electronic manuals and software necessary for developing programs.
Your computer must have Netscape Navigator or Microsoft’s Internet Explorer to view the
help files and Acrobat Reader to view the manuals.
Insert the enclosed CD into your computer and SKP installer will auto-start. The SKP installer
program will create a C:\Workspace and C:\RENESAS\SKP8CMINI17 folder on your machine.
Development tools can be found under C:\RENESAS (NC30WA Compiler, and FoUSB
Programmer) and HEW (High-performance Embedded Workshop) is installed into c:\program
files. Documentation, sample code, and other SKP related files could be found in the
C:\RENESAS\SKP8CMINI17 folder.
If the SKP installer program
does not start up, browse the CD’s root folder and double-click on ‘SKP-
Installer.exe’
to start installation.
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3.0 Limited Guarantee and Support
Renesas Technology America, Inc., warrants the SKP8CMINI-17 Starter Kit Plus and the
SKP8CMINI-15 Starter Kit Plus to be free from component or assembly defect for a period of 180
days from the date of purchase. Settlement is limited to repair or replacement of the product only.
Renesas Technology America, Inc., does not assume any liability arising out of the application or
use of any product, circuit or procedure described herein. No other liability or warranty apply,
expressed or implied. Software warranty is limited to replacement of the CD only. While every
attempt has been made to ensure accurate documentation, Renesas Technology America, Inc.,
cannot be held responsible for error or omissions and reserves the right to make changes without
further notice.
“Flash-Over-USB” is a trademark of Renesas Technology America, Inc. All trademarks are the
property of their respective owners.
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