HIGH-SPEED Hardware
GALEP-5 is uncompromisingly designed for speed.
The programming algorithms run on an internal 200 MIPS ARM-9
processor under Embedded Linux.
The processor directly controls the pin drivers via an FPGA,
which ensures the perfect adaptation of the components to the
programming algorithms.
The FPGA (user-programmable logic) allows the realization of
State Machines, UARTs etc. and thus supports time-critical
components that wouldn't be programmable at all with pure
software solutions. The programming cycle times are extremely
short, close to the specified minimum times of the components.
The internal 64 MB RAM serve as data storage and allows you to
transfer the data only once for programming multiple devices.
48 universal pin drivers
A universal
pin driver circuit especially designed for
GALEP guarantees optimal signal quality for the component to be
programmed.
Each of the 48 pins carries the following signals:
Logical high, adjustable
between 1.3V ... 5.0V
Logical input, threshold adjustable between 0.5V … 5.0V
Three independent programming voltages up to 25V
Ground
Three switchable resistors for pullup and pulldown
Adjustable clock rate
The switching regulators for
the programming voltages are controlled by D/A converters in 100
mV steps. Further D/A converters are used to control the logic
levels (1.3V ... 5.0V) and the input threshold (0.5V … 5.0V).
All voltages are permanently monitored by an independent
coprocessor.
A universal pin driver
concept with as many pins as possible reduces the requirements
of adapters and thus ensures an overall low cost programming
system.
No power supply required
GALEP-5 is powered through the USB bus and does normally not
require any additional power supply. The USB current limit of
500mA is kept. Some old NMOS components and some
microcontrollers consume more than 500 mA. Those components are
marked in the software. For ensuring USB compatibility we
recommend to use the included power supply, or insert batteries
(6xAAA) for such components.
In System Programming
The signals for in-system programming (ISP) can be taken from a
separately available ISP adapter or directly from the 48-pin ZIF
socket. The help system provides information about the wiring of
the target system for all supported components.
Software
GALEP-5 continues the established concept of the GALEP-32
software.
The program runs under Windows 95, 98, ME, NT4, 2000, XP, and
Vista. it features a comprehensive set of basic functions such
as read, program, compare and delete, along with easy-to-use
custom configuration options for any special functions required
by the selected component. The editor allows a multitude of
functions for editing component contents which can be saved and
loaded in binary, intel-hex, motorola-s or jedec file format.
Mass production is supported by providing statistics functions
and serial number generation.
JTAG Support: Delete, program
and verify components with JTAG interface (joint test action
group, IEEE Std. 1149.1 ). The following formats are supported:
SVF-Script in XSVF(Xilinx) format; JAM byte code player (ALTERA).
The software is permanently
improved for supporting new components. If you need a certain
device that's not yet supported, use our free Device on
Demand Service.
Free updates are available.
Security
Prior to each function, GALEP-5 checks the power consumption,
correct positioning,
and the contacts of all pins of the selected component.
This prevents accidental damage to the component or the device.
Adapters
GALEP-5 programs all components in DIL sockets up to 48 Pins
between 300 … 600 MIL (ca. 7,5 … 16 mm) wide, without additional
adapters. Modern electronics products however contain mostly SMD
components. Universal SMD adapters are available for all
components with up to 48 pins.
Only one adapter per socket is
required; few adapters = small system costs!
Of course adapters for
components with more than 48 pins are also available. Because
the pin number of the programming device is smaller than the pin
number of the components, such adapters are always specialized.
If you have to program components with a high pin number
frequently, a GALEP-5D (with
up to 240 pins) might be the more effective solution.
All GALEP-4 adapters can be
used with GALEP-5!
Technical Specifications
Pocket format: ca. 80 x 115 x 33 mm (+7mm socket)
Weight: ca. 185 g
48-pin ZIF socket with 48 universal pin drivers
Programs low-voltage components down to 1.3V
USB 2.0 high-speed port
Battery compartment for 6xAAA batteries
200 MIPS ARM-9 RISC processor, 64 MB RAM, 8 MB Flash
FPGA (50K gates, 64Kb RAM)
3 linear voltage regulators for internal power supply
4 switching regulators for programming voltages
2 linear voltage regulators for logic levels and input threshold
2 Microcontrollers for internal voltage monitoring
8-channel D/A converter, 16-channel A/D converter
Embedded Linux 2.6 inside
Kit contains
GALEP-5 device
USB cable
AC adaptor
CD with manual and software
System Requirements
PC or Laptop with Pentium Processor
Windows 95 / 98 / ME / NT4 / 2000 / XP / Vista
USB 1.0 or USB 2.0 port
