Lattice Development / Evaluation Boards
7556 - How to determine UART pin direction of the on-chip FTDI for Lattice Boards?
Lattice boards use the FTDI chip for onboard debugging and programming. One of the interfaces that can be used is the UART port. To easily identify FPGA port assignments for UART, users can refer below information. TXD_UART (BDBUS0) is an ...
3634 - LatticeECP3: Why the PCIe demos for ECP3 Versa Development Kit do not run on hardware after some time?
The demos available on Lattice website for various development boards are generated without IP license feature rows added to the license file. So, the demos are always functional for a limited period only. If you want to run a demo continuously, you ...
5530 - Why is the Embedded VIP kit dual camera demo resets every after 4hrs?
For all our demo boards/designs we have an internal counter that runs for about 4 hours, after that the demo with stop working. However, if the customer has bought these EVDK kits, then they should ask for a new license file for the ECP5 device so ...
3621 - LatticeECP3: Is the source code for the Helion Ionos Configuration GUI (ICG) tool available for use with HDR-60 kit?
Lattice Semiconductor neither has access nor permission to distribute the source code for the Helions ICG tool. The Graphical User Interface (GUI) source is not required for development on HDR-60. By signing a evaluation license agreement Lattice ...
3591 - How to measure board-related parameters, such as board dimension, mounting hole position, and mounting hole diameter?
To measure board-related parameters: 1. Download the board file from Lattice Semiconductor website. Products -> Development Kits & Boards -> "Board Name" -> Downloads. Note: "Board Name" is the board for which you want to download the board file. 2. ...
1794 - ispMACH 4000ZE: How does the Lattice ispMACH 4000ZE PICO Development Kit which uses the FT2232H for programming, connect TDO from the CPLD which is 1.8V (Vcc) to the FT2232H which is at 3.3V?
For systems that cannot interpret the TDO of the ispMACH 4000 Family, a voltage translator can be used to translate the TDO to 3.3V. One possible device to use in this situation is the 74LVC07A. Lattice evaluation boards use 3.3V pull up on TDO to ...
3445 - LatticeECP3: Why is the bit-stream which is provided with the HDR-60 board not showing any video stream at output?
The bit-stream provided with HDR-60 board is only used to access the I2C registers via Aptina Devware. User can't see stream video output through the Cypress USB PHY.
3292 - MachXO2: From where can I download the Demo Design Files for the MachXO2-7000HE/1200ZE Breakout Board?
The MachXO2-7000HE/1200ZE Breakout Board Demo Design Project can be downloaded from the Lattice Website from the below link: http://www.latticesemi.com/en/Products/DevelopmentBoardsAndKits/MachXO2BreakoutBoard.aspx On the above page, go to section ...
1747 - LatticeECP3: What are the mechanical positions of the mounting holes and J58 pin A1 on the LatticeECP3 IO Protocol Evaluation Board?
For the Rev C version of the LatticeECP3 IO Protocol evaluation board, the mounting hole positions are at: (0.000, 7.606) - upper left (3.460, 5.940) - upper center (7.606, 7.606) - upper right (0.000, 0.000) - lower left (5.000, 2.040) - lower ...
6893 - How can I use CrossLink-NX evaluation board for UART communication?
To use UART for CrossLink-NX, we need to do the following: Hardware: 1. Remove I2C resistors, R20 and R21, on the evaluation board. 2. Connect a 0-ohm resistor, R15 and R17, for the UART connection on the evaluation board.
6886 - Can user use FT2232HQ CHANNEL B JTAG CONFIGUARATION for configuration purpose?
FT2332 Channel B is not usable for configuration. It is used for UART and I2C.
6859 - What do user need to do or consider to make the 16-bit counter project work for the AVANT Evaluation board?
Two things to check/do to make the 16-bit counter project work for the AVANT Evaluation board: 1. The 16-bit counter project does not have port assignments on the PDC file for the AVANT Evaluation board. User need to assign the reset_n port of the ...
4667 - Does Lattice provide datasheet of third party vendor whose devices have been used on Lattice Development or Evaluation Board?
Lattice does not provide third party datasheet for the devices used on Lattice Development or Evaluation board. We request customer to contact the third party vendor directly.
2699 - The Lattice layout file is in Allegro .brd format, can Lattice translate the file to other formats?
Description:Lattice provides the Allegro .brd formatted layout file for the Lattice all evaluation boards. A designer would like to import the layout into another preferred PCB layout tool. Solution:The formal answer is no, in that PCB layout ...
4299 - MachXO2: Can I update the sensor registers for the Lattice Sensor Extender while the MACHXO2 device is in running state?
Yes, you can update the sensor registers while the device is in running state. Lattice Sensor Extender's MachXO2 device based Transmit module, that configures the sensor, can be updated in background mode while it is still functioning in user mode. ...
1652 - LatticeECP3: What tools and IP are available for the HDR-60 evaluation board and are they free?
Design tools specifically for the HDR-60 evaluation board consists of the Lattice Diamond software which also includes a number of other tools within it. You can read more about the Lattice Diamond software ...
5915 - CrossLink: Where can I find documentation about Master Link board Rev D?
Please use documentation on CrossLink Rev C for your customers who are using Rev D. Generally, the change is just an improvement of the circuit layout on the board in order to remove the wire jumper that is present in Rev C and implement in Rev D. ...
4087 - LatticeECP3: How to explore Aptina sensor on the HDR60 Video Camera Development Kit?
To setup and explore the Aptina sensor on the HDR60 Video Camera Development Kit, use the Aptina Devware software. The software can access the sensor by using the Cypress chip through the lower USB Type-A connector. You can obtain a copy of the ...
7030 - Crosslink-NX: Do you have any connector board which can be connected to the J12 of VVML board?
There's no available connector board for this.
1645 - Where can I find more information about other manufacturer's new devices on the Lattice evaluation board?
Recently introduced Lattice evaluation boards often uses new devices from other manufacturers. Information about those new devices can initially be hard to find. Your best source of information is to contact either their sales or technical support to ...
4035 - How to view Ball Grid Array (BGA) breakout and routing examples provided by Lattice for FPGA product?
Use the Mentor Graphics Pads tool for viewing the BGA breakout and routing examples provided by Lattice. Download the free Mentor Graphics Pads tool from here. OR Use the Cadence Allegro Viewer after converting the .asc file to .brd file. Follow ...
1636 - LatticeECP3: What is the recommended specifications to connect between Lattice Devices to Aptina HiSPi interface chip?
If it’s to connect a sensor like the Nanovesta board close to the HDR-60, I’d recommend using flex cable, the metal layers are much the same work as laying out a PCB except the material used is now flexible mylar instead of FR4 material or others ...
2642 - ECP3: How do I restore the LatticeECP3 IO Protocol evaluation board back to the original factory programming?
Description: An engineer has been learning to use the Lattice tools, trying out IPs and experimenting with the features available in the Lattice devices on the LatticeECP3 IO Protocol evaluation board. During the course of use, one of the two ...
1613 - Where can I find detailed information about the Lattice evaluation boards?
The Detailed information of any Lattice Evaluation Board, For example: Theory of Operation, Configuration and Programming, Schematic etc are available in the respective Evaluation Board User's Guide/ User's Manuals. To get the User's Guide or User ...
2619 - High temperature is observed on Lattice development/evaluation board and user application cannot afford these temperatures, can Lattice help me ?
The Lattice evaluation/demo boards are developed with an intention to demonstrate the functionality of the device. The development boards are for your reference (specifically schematics and evaluation of design), and we do not do mechanical or ...
3859 - MachXO2: What is the part number of the socket used for QFN32 (for MachXO2 device) Socket Adapter PN-S32-LCMXO2 ?
It uses a Plastronics socket and the part number is 32QN50S15050.
1449 - Power Manager II: Can I program Hercules Demo Board using the USB cable provided with the kit?
Yes, you can program using the USB cable provided with the kit. Using ispVM System one can download the JEDEC file created from PAC Designer. To make devices on the Hercules Demo Board available for loading the board JTAG_SEL(SW2) pins on the board ...
6135 - Crosslink-NX: What is the difference between the Crosslink-NX evaluation boards LIFCL-40-EVN and LIFCL-40-EVNG?
LIFCL-40-EVN and LIFCL-40-EVNG are the same boards. The added G on the part number is just an internal classification but rest assured that all of its features and functions are all the same.
3755 - iCE40: Why did the iCEstick board get damaged while loading a bitmap to iCEstick's FLASH memory? How to recover the damaged board?
While loading a bitmap to iCEstick's flash memory ensure that: - In your design no dedicated General Purpose Input/Output (GPIO) pin has been used as an output pin. If, for example, pin 21 has been assigned for output, please replace it with another ...
5576 - Do I need a modified the FTDI firmware If I'm going to build a custom board similar to Lattice's evaluation boards?
You don’t need any firmware for the FTDI chip as long as you keep the default FTDI ID.