WinLV Software Installation - Windows 9x/NT4

The Windows SETUP program will install the libraries and software for all of the programmers listed below. If you have more than 1 programmer model, you only need to install the software once. For full setup information, including troubleshooting guides and basic tutorials, just click on the required programmer model:

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Micromaster LV48

Speedmaster LV48

EPMaster LV48

Matrix Programming System

LV40 Portable

GLV-32

 
 

 
Utilities various add-on WindowsTM utilities for the programmer range that run outside of WinLV

 

 
 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 Win9x/NT/2000 Software for Micromaster LV48, Speedmaster LV48 and EPMaster LV48

Make sure that your PC has the following minimum requirements before you install the software:

  • IBM Compatible PC

  • 8 MB RAM (16MB recommended)
  • 12MB Free hard disk space
  • WindowsTM 9x/NT4 (SP1 upwards)
  • Parallel port - Standard SPP or ECP mode selected in PC BIOS
  • Standard serial/PS2 mouse

Connecting the programmer:
Connect one end of the parallel cable to the programmer and the other into one of the parallel ports on the PC. Tighten the holding screws to ensure the cable is properly attached to the ECP or SPP printer port. Connect the power supply provided into the back of the programmer and plug into any mains socket. NOTE: The programmer does not have a power on switch. It will power up (indicated by the red power LED) automatically when it receives a signal from the PC and then power down when not in use.

Software installation:

  • Software is provided for WindowsTM 9x, NT4 and 2000 platforms

  • Contained on the CD is the Setup programme for WindowsTM 9x/NT4, Emulator options software, Chiptest software and Selftest diagnostics. The CD also contains the relevant library files for all programmers
  • Just click here to install the software, and select "Run this program from its current location".
  • Follow the instructions on your screen
  • Run WinLV for all programmer operations, including programming memory, microcontroller and logic devices, initialising the emulator options and the built in ChipTester
  • Select Programmer/Diagnostics/Selftest from the menu bar to check the functionality of the programmer
  • Should you encounter any installation problems, before contacting ICE Technology or your local sales office, please consult the troubleshooting guide.

QuickStart Tutorials:

Although a manual is not provided with the programmer, there is one available as a PDF document. It includes full details on installing the programmer and software, a guide to the various utilities and diagnostics. There are also a number of application notes available in PDF format.

The Windows software comes complete with comprehensive on-line Help covering all aspects of the programmer software. Once the programmer has been successfully connected to the PC, and the software installed, you should encounter very few problems using WinLV. Intuitive menus assist the ease of operation, however, we have included some tutorials to help with getting you started.

TUTORIAL 1: Programming an EPROM from a master device

  1. Double click on the WinLV icon to start the software

  2. Select the Device you are using, either by clicking on the SELECT DEVICE icon from the toolbar, or by choosing PROGRAMMER/SELECT DEVICE from the menu bar.
  3. In the Database viewer, select the Manufacturer (for example, SGS Thomson) in the left hand box, expand this manufacturer and select EPROMs. All the supported SGS Thomson EPROMs are then listed in the Right Hand column. Select the required part, and package. If a package adapter is required, the adapter code is displayed at the bottom of the Viewer box. Press Accept to select the part.
  4. All the device specific information is listed at the bottom of the screen.
  5. Now select the DEVICE OPERATIONS icon from the toolbar, or select PROGRAMMER/ OPERATIONS from the menu bar.
  6. If the READ icon is ‘greyed’ out on the Operations toolbar, Close the Operations box and select FILE/ENABLE EDIT MODE. Now open the Operations menu again as per #5.
  7. Now place the device in the programmer socket and select READ. Change any of the parameters as required and press Accept.
  8. The contents of the device are now read into the buffer. Any available register information is displayed.
  9. Now place the Blank device in the socket.
  10. Select the ERASE, PROGRAM, VERIFY icon. This option also performs a pre-program test as set in the Programming Options. Select the required Programming Parameters (by default, they will be set to the same as those read from the Master device), and press Accept.
  11. The device will then be programmed and verified. If all is well, the Programming Successes counter will be incremented by one.

TUTORIAL 2: Programming a Microcontroller from a file on disk

  1. Double click on the WinLV icon to start the software

  2. Select the Device you are using, either by clicking on the SELECT DEVICE icon from the toolbar, or by choosing PROGRAMMER/SELECT DEVICE from the menu bar.
  3. In the Database viewer, select the Manufacturer (for example, Motorola) in the left hand box, expand this manufacturer and select Microcontrollers. All the supported Motorola Micros are then listed in the Right Hand column. Select the required part, and package. If a package adapter is required, the adapter code is displayed at the bottom of the Viewer box. Press Accept to select the part.
  4. All the device specific information is listed at the bottom of the screen.
  5. Now select FILE/OPEN. In the parameters box, select the file type in the "open as" box, this gives the default extensions in the "files of type" box. Select the required file using the browse window, select the required Load options, then press OPEN.
  6. Select the DEVICE OPERATIONS icon from the toolbar, or select PROGRAMMER/ OPERATIONS from the menu bar.
  7. Now place the Blank device in the socket.
  8. Select the ERASE, PROGRAM, VERIFY icon. This option also performs a pre-program test as set in the Programming Options. Select the required Programming Parameters, and press Accept.
  9. The device will then be programmed and verified. If all is well, the Programming Successes counter will be incremented by one.

Although these tutorials should get you started, a PDF document is available which contains the whole of the on-line help for WinLV, covering all aspects of the software.

 

 Win9x, NT4 and 2000 Software for Matrix Programming System (Universal & EP versions)

Make sure that your PC has the following minimum requirements before you install the software:

  • IBM Compatible PC

  • 8 MB RAM (16MB recommended)
  • 12MB Free hard disk space
  • WindowsTM 9x/NT4 (SP1 upwards)
  • ECP parallel port selected in PC BIOS (ECP is required to achieve the enhanced programming speeds of the Matrix)
  • Standard serial/PS2 mouse

Connecting the programmer:
Connect one end of the parallel cable to the programmer LPT-IN socket (black port) and the other into one of the parallel ports on the PC. Tighten the holding screws to ensure the cable is properly attached to the ECP printer port. Connect the power supply cable into the back of the programmer and plug into any mains socket. Switch on the programmer using the mains rocker switch on the back panel of the unit. The large red button on main panel will light up, and the red fail/reset LEDs will light, indicating RESET/DISABLED state.

Software installation:

Running Setup will install WinLV on WindowsTM 95, 98, NT4 and 2000 systems (Please Note: NT and 2000 users will need to logon in Administrator mode)

  • Just click here to install the software, and select "Run this program from its current location"

  • Follow the instructions on your screen
  • Run WinLV. The software will then attempt to initialise all active sites. The red LEDs on the programmer will indicate which site is being initialised
  • The ‘WinLV Password Manager’ is then displayed. Type in your required “new” password (leave the "Old Password" box blank), confirm, then press the “change” button. You will then need to exit the Password manager and restart WinLV
  • Select Administrator as the user, then type in your Administrator password
  • From WinLV, select PROGRAMMER/DIAGNOSTICS/SELFTEST from the menu bar to check the functionality of the programmer. The time this will take depends on the number of programmers/active sites. Once SELFTEST has passed, the Matrix Programming System is ready for use
  • Additional users can be added, with different access rights and privileges, using FILE/ADMINISTRATOR FUNCTIONS. A session log file is produced for each user
  • Should you encounter any installation problems, before contacting ICE Technology or your local sales office, please consult the troubleshooting guide

QuickStart Tutorials:

Although a manual is not provided with the programmer, there is one available as a PDF document. It includes full details on installing the programmer and software, a guide to the various utilities and diagnostics. There are also a number of application notes available in PDF format.

WinLV software comes complete with comprehensive on-line Help covering all aspects of the programmer software. Once the programmer has been successfully connected to the PC, and the software installed, you should encounter very few problems using WinLV. Intuitive menus assist the ease of operation. However, we have included some tutorials to help with the getting you started.

TUTORIAL 1: Programming Devices from a master device

  1. Double click on the WinLV icon to start the software, and select the required User.

  2. Select the Device you are using, either by clicking on the ‘Select Device’ icon from the toolbar, or by choosing PROGRAMMER/SELECT DEVICE from the menu bar.
  3. In the Database viewer, select the Manufacturer (for example, SGS Thomson) in the left hand box, expand this manufacturer and select, for example, EPROMs. All the supported SGS Thomson EPROMs are then listed in the Right Hand column. Select the required part, and package. The ICE Technology module code is displayed at the bottom of the Viewer box. Press Accept to select the part.
  4. All the device specific information is listed at the bottom of the screen, including the required Module.
  5. Now select the either the ‘Device Operations’ icon from the toolbar, or select PROGRAMMER/OPERATIONS from the menu bar.
  6. Your are prompted to insert the correct module for the device you have selected.
  7. You will then be shown the Programmer Parameters window. Simply enter all the required options. The on-line Help will explain all the appropriate settings in detail. Select the Site number you want to Read from. To re-select this parameters window, just select the ‘Programming Options’ icon in the operations window.
  8. Once all the other required parameters have been selected, press Accept, and the operations window will then be shown.
  9. Now place the device in the programmer socket and select READ. Change any of the parameters as required and press Accept.
  10. The contents of the device are now read into the buffer. Any available register information is displayed.
  11. Now place the Blank devices in the sockets.
  12. Select the ‘Erase, Program, Verify’ icon. This option also performs a pre-programme test as set in the Programming Options. Select the required Programming Parameters (by default, they will be set to the same as those read from the Master device), and press Accept.
  13. The devices will then be programmed and verified. Green Ticks will indicate sites that have passed, Red Crosses indicate devices that have failed, an orange Question mark will indicate faulty sites, modules, or device position check errors. The Programming Successes counter maintains a percentage count of successfully programmed & failed devices.

TUTORIAL 2: Programming a device from a file on Disk

  1. Double click on the WinLV icon to start the software, and select the required User.

  2. Select the Device you are using, either by clicking on the ‘Select Device’ icon from the toolbar, or by choosing PROGRAMMER/SELECT DEVICE from the menu bar.
  3. In the Database viewer, select the Manufacturer (for example, ATMEL) in the left hand box, expand this manufacturer and select, for example, Microcontrollers. All the supported Atmel micros are then listed in the Right Hand column. Select the required part, and package. The ICE Technology module code is displayed at the bottom of the Viewer box. Press Accept to select the part.
  4. All the device specific information is listed at the bottom of the screen, including the required Module.
  5. To load the file, use FILE/OPEN. Using the ‘File of Type’ box to filter out unwanted file types, select the required file. Then select the ‘Open As’ box to match the specific file type you are using. Select other file/open options as required. Press OPEN to accept all the options.
  6. Now select the either the ‘Device Operations’ icon from the toolbar, or select PROGRAMMER/OPERATIONS from the menu bar.
  7. Your are prompted to insert the correct module for the device you have selected.
  8. You will then be shown the Programmer Parameters window. Simply enter all the required options. The on-line Help will explain all the appropriate settings in detail. Select the Site number you want to Read from. To re-select this parameters window, just select the ‘Programming Options’ icon in the operations window.
  9. Once all the other required parameters have been selected, press Accept, and the operations window will then be shown.
  10. Now place the Blank devices in the sockets.
  11. Select the ‘Erase, Program, Verify’ icon. This option also performs a pre-programme test as set in the Programming Options. Select the required Programming Parameters, and press Accept.
  12. The devices will then be programmed and verified. Green Ticks will indicate sites that have passed, Red Crosses indicate devices that have failed, an orange Question mark will indicate faulty sites, modules, or device position check errors. The Programming Successes counter maintains a count of successfully programmed devices.

TUTORIAL 3: Hands-Free Programming, from a Master Device

  1. Follow steps 1-10 from Tutorial 1.

  2. Select the ‘Hands Free Mode’ icon. You are now prompted that the software is waiting for a ‘User Signal’.
  3. Now place the Blank devices in the sockets, and press the illuminated red button on the programmer. For the first programming cycle only, the device programming parameters are displayed. Enter the required options, and press Accept. The PC keyboard or mouse will no longer be needed, until ‘Hands Free Mode’ is deactivated.
  4. Once the ‘Erase, Program, Verify’ cycle has completed, the appropriate LEDs will light on the programmer. On the PC screen, Green Ticks will indicate sites that have passed, Red Crosses indicate devices that have failed, an orange Question mark will indicate faulty sites, modules, or device position check errors. This matches the LED display.
  5. You are now prompted to remove the devices. The programmer will auto-sense device removal, and new device insertion. Once all the blank devices have been inserted, just press the illuminated red button for continued programming.
  6. The Programming Successes counter maintains a count of successfully programmed devices.
  7. When you have finished programming all your parts, use the mouse to End ‘Hands Free Mode’.

Although these tutorials should get you started, a PDF document is available which contains the whole of the on-line help for WinLV, covering all aspects of the software.
 

 Win9x/NT/2000 Software for LV40 Portable

Make sure that your PC has the following minimum requirements before you install the software:

  • IBM Compatible PC

  • 8 MB RAM (16MB recommended)
  • 12MB Free hard disk space
  • WindowsTM 9x/NT4 (SP1 upwards)
  • Parallel port - Standard SPP or ECP mode selected in PC BIOS
  • Standard serial/PS2 mouse

Connecting the programmer:
Connect one end of the parallel cable to the programmer and the other into one of the parallel ports on the PC. Tighten the holding screws to ensure the cable is properly attached to the ECP or SPP printer port. Connect the power supply provided into the back of the programmer and plug into any mains socket. NOTE: The programmer does not have a power on switch. It will power up ( indicated by the red power LED) automatically when it receives a signal from the PC and then power down when not in use.

Software installation:

  • Software is provided for WindowsTM 9x, NT4 and 2000 platforms

  • Contained on the CD is the Setup programme for WindowsTM 9x/NT4/2000, Emulator options software, Chiptest software and Selftest diagnostics. The CD also contains the relevant library files for all programmers
  • Just click here to install the software, and select "Run this program from its current location"
  • Follow the instructions on your screen
  • Run WinLV for all programmer operations, including programming memory, microcontroller and logic devices, initialising the emulator options and the built in ChipTester
  • Select Programmer/Diagnostics/Selftest from the menu bar to check the functionality of the programmer
  • Should you encounter any installation problems, before contacting ICE Technology or your local sales office, please consult the troubleshooting guide.

QuickStart Tutorials:

Although a manual is not provided with the programmer, there is one available as a PDF document. It includes full details on installing the programmer and software, a guide to the various utilities and diagnostics. There are also a number of application notes available in PDF format.

The Windows software comes complete with comprehensive on-line Help covering all aspects of the programmer software. Once the programmer has been successfully connected to the PC, and the software installed, you should encounter very few problems using WinLV. Intuitive menus assist the ease of operation, however, we have included some tutorials to help with getting you started.

TUTORIAL 1: Programming an EPROM from a master device

  1. Double click on the WinLV icon to start the software.

  2. Select the Device you are using, either by clicking on the SELECT DEVICE icon from the toolbar, or by choosing PROGRAMMER/SELECT DEVICE from the menu bar.
  3. In the Database viewer, select the Manufacturer (for example, SGS Thomson) in the left hand box, expand this manufacturer and select EPROMs. All the supported SGS Thomson EPROMs are then listed in the Right Hand column. Select the required part, and package. If a package adapter is required, the adapter code is displayed at the bottom of the Viewer box. Press Accept to select the part.
  4. All the device specific information is listed at the bottom of the screen.
  5. Now select the DEVICE OPERATIONS icon from the toolbar, or select PROGRAMMER/ OPERATIONS from the menu bar.
  6. If the READ icon is ‘greyed’ out on the Operations toolbar, Close the Operations box and select FILE/ENABLE EDIT MODE. Now open the Operations menu again as per #5.
  7. Now place the device in the programmer socket and select READ. Change any of the parameters as required and press Accept.
  8. The contents of the device are now read into the buffer. Any available register information is displayed.
  9. Now place the Blank device in the socket.
  10. Select the ERASE, PROGRAM, VERIFY icon. This option also performs a pre-program test as set in the Programming Options. Select the required Programming Parameters (by default, they will be set to the same as those read from the Master device), and press Accept.
  11. The device will then be programmed and verified. If all is well, the Programming Successes counter will be incremented by one.

TUTORIAL 2: Programming a Microcontroller from a file on disk

  1. Double click on the WinLV icon to start the software.

  2. Select the Device you are using, either by clicking on the SELECT DEVICE icon from the toolbar, or by choosing PROGRAMMER/SELECT DEVICE from the menu bar.
  3. In the Database viewer, select the Manufacturer (for example, Motorola) in the left hand box, expand this manufacturer and select Microcontrollers. All the supported Motorola Micros are then listed in the Right Hand column. Select the required part, and package. If a package adapter is required, the adapter code is displayed at the bottom of the Viewer box. Press Accept to select the part.
  4. All the device specific information is listed at the bottom of the screen.
  5. Now select FILE/OPEN. In the parameters box, select the file type in the "open as" box, this gives the default extensions in the "files of type" box. Select the required file using the browse window, select the required Load options, then press OPEN.
  6. Select the DEVICE OPERATIONS icon from the toolbar, or select PROGRAMMER/ OPERATIONS from the menu bar.
  7. Now place the Blank device in the socket.
  8. Select the ERASE, PROGRAM, VERIFY icon. This option also performs a pre-program test as set in the Programming Options. Select the required Programming Parameters, and press Accept.
  9. The device will then be programmed and verified. If all is well, the Programming Successes counter will be incremented by one.

Although these tutorials should get you started, a PDF document is available which contains the whole of the on-line help for WinLV, covering all aspects of the software.
 

 Win9x/NT/2000 Software for GLV-32 Gang/Set programmer

Make sure that your PC has the following minimum requirements before you install the software:

  • IBM Compatible PC

  • 8 MB RAM (16MB recommended)
  • 12MB Free hard disk space
  • WindowsTM 9x/NT4 (SP1 upwards)
  • Parallel port - Standard SPP or ECP mode selected in PC BIOS
  • Standard serial/PS2 mouse

Connecting the programmer:
Connect one end of the parallel cable to the programmer and the other into one of the parallel ports on the PC. Tighten the holding screws to ensure the cable is properly attached to the ECP or SPP printer port. Connect the power supply provided into the back of the programmer and plug into any mains socket. NOTE: The programmer does not have a power on switch. It will power up ( indicated by the red power LED) automatically when it receives a signal from the PC and then power down when not in use.

Software installation:

  • Software is provided for WindowsTM 9x, NT4 and 2000.

  • Contained on the CD is the Setup programme for WindowsTM 9x/NT4/2000, Emulator options software, Chiptest software and Selftest diagnostics. The CD also contains the relevant library files for all programmers
  • Just click here to install the software, and select "Run this program from its current location"
  • Follow the instructions on your screen
  • Run WinLV for all programmer operations, including programming memory, microcontroller and logic devices, initialising the emulator options and the built in ChipTester
  • Select Programmer/Diagnostics/Selftest from the menu bar to check the functionality of the programmer
  • Should you encounter any installation problems, before contacting ICE Technology or your local sales office, please consult the troubleshooting guide.

QuickStart Tutorials:

Although a manual is not provided with the programmer, there is one available as a PDF document. It includes full details on installing the programmer and software, a guide to the various utilities and diagnostics. There are also a number of application notes available in PDF format.

The Windows software comes complete with comprehensive on-line Help covering all aspects of the programmer software. Once the programmer has been successfully connected to the PC, and the software installed, you should encounter very few problems using WinLV. Intuitive menus assist the ease of operation, however, we have included some tutorials to help with getting you started.
 

TUTORIAL 1: Programming an EPROM from a master device

  1. Double click on the WinLV icon to start the software.

  2. Select the Device you are using, either by clicking on the SELECT DEVICE icon from the toolbar, or by choosing PROGRAMMER/SELECT DEVICE from the menu bar.
  3. In the Database viewer, select the Manufacturer (for example, SGS Thomson) in the left hand box, expand this manufacturer and select EPROMs. All the supported SGS Thomson EPROMs are then listed in the Right Hand column. Select the required part, and package. If a package adapter is required, the adapter code is displayed at the bottom of the Viewer box. Press Accept to select the part.
  4. All the device specific information is listed at the bottom of the screen.
  5. Now select the DEVICE OPERATIONS icon from the toolbar, or select PROGRAMMER/ OPERATIONS from the menu bar.
  6. If the READ icon is ‘greyed’ out on the Operations toolbar, Close the Operations box and select FILE/ENABLE EDIT MODE. Now open the Operations menu again as per #5.
  7. Now select "Programming Options" and choose which socket you wish to read from, 0 - 7 or the Master socket.
  8. Place the device in the programmer socket and select READ. Change any of the parameters as required and press Accept.
  9. The contents of the device are now read into the buffer. Any available register information is displayed.
  10. Now place the Blank device in the socket.
  11. Select the ERASE, PROGRAM, VERIFY icon. This option also performs a pre-program test as set in the Programming Options. Select the required Programming Parameters (by default, they will be set to the same as those read from the Master device), and press Accept.
  12. The device will then be programmed and verified. If all is well, the Programming Successes counter will be incremented by one.

Although these tutorials should get you started, a PDF document is available which contains the whole of the on-line help for WinLV, covering all aspects of the software.
 

 Win9x/NT software utilities

These utilities are seperate, stand-alone programmes from WinLV. See the application notes for Installation and usage instructions.
 
BCHARGER for WindowsTM 9x/NT - Windows battery charger application for LV48 and LV40 programmers, as well as the old LV range.

 
 
 
 

 
 
 

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