MSP-TS430PZ100USB

The MSP-TS430PZ100USB is one type of programming adapter, sockets. It is designed for Texas Instruments MSP430™ microcontrollers and provides an interface to the software running on the PC. This programming adapter enables quick downloading and debug of the application code embedded on the MSP430 microcontroller.

Application Fields

The MSP-TS430PZ100USB is especially suitable for product development, production programming, field maintenance or educational use. It has multiple applications in electronic product development, application control and various embedded system areas.

Working Principle

The MSP-TS430PZ100USB is very simple to operate. It can be connected to the PC\'s USB port directly and no extra power supply is required， it includes a USB cable and a 10-pin flat cable. The adapter supports up to 100 MHz JTAG or Spy-Bi-Wire communication with MSP430 devices. The PC should install the corresponding programming software, such as IAR Embedded Workbench for MSP430, Code Composer Studio, etc.

After the connection is established, the firmware program in the PC will write the code into the MSP430 microcontroller. The MSP-TS430PZ100USB assisted by the software features secure data communication between the PC and the target device, along with sharing different software messages, such as open/close files, write/read, debug/verification, program completion/error message, etc. The input/output signals change of the peripheral devices connected with MSP430 core can also be monitored during the code debugging.

Using IAR Embedded Workbench for MSP430 software as an example, and by controlling the MSP-TS430PZ100 adapter, the PC-software can read or write the flash memory after receiving or sending the external initialization signals, outputting the reset signal in turn. At the same time, the internal memory or register can be read and written by simulating the internal JTAG protocol. The written code can be debugged and verified during the procedure. The debugging consists of breakpoints setting, single step instruction, data window, memory window, register window, watch window, and so on.

The MSP-TS430PZ100 adapter provides a convenient way for development and production of embedded applications on MSP430 microcontroller. It greatly improves the development efficiency and provides accurate debugging information and a better development environment.