JTAG Technologies Answers Demand for On-board Test Control

We are pleased to let you know that a new support package for board-level and system designers looking to implement a convenient BIT (Built-In Test) access for boundary-scan testing and on-board device (re)programming.

For the first time since the introduction of the IEEE Std. 1149.1 in 1990 existing USB to JTAG resources can be linked to high-level boundary-scan test software. In conjunction with FTDI Ltd, we are pleased to offer a support option for the popular FTDI 2232D and the new FT2232H/4232H (Hi-speed USB 2.0) devices that allow direct connection from PC to target (UUT) via a standard USB cable.

Anticipated users of this support option will include field repair technicians, who will be able to reduce their tool inventory, and design engineers looking to exercise JTAG circuitry during the hardware debug phase. The device support extends from the JTAG ProVision application development software through to its run-time, production solutions - as well as the free 'BUZZ' and low-cost 'CLIP' and 'SCRIPT' JTAG Live modules, which can be downloaded from www.jtaglive.com

If you are a user of JTAG Technologies' software with a valid support contract you can apply for the ‘bolt-on' FDTI support package via your local sales representative. Prospective users of JTAG ProVision or PIP/xx can also request a demonstration of the technology in action.

FTDI Ltd has been at the forefront of IC USB to serial bus conversion hardware development for over 15 years, initially supplying devices to help convert legacy PC peripherals to USB. Its full range now includes USB 2.0 full speed and Hi Speed converter ICs with fully supported drivers, and the new Vinculum 2 USB host interface IC with its own royalty-free IDE.