Texas Instruments MSP-FET430, User Manual

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Frequently Asked Questions
A-6
software can prevent the C-SPY/FET driver from accessing the
parallel port, and, hence, communicating with the device.
It may be necessary to reboot the computer to complete the installation
of the required parallel port drivers.
Revisions 1.0, 1.1, and 1.2 of the FET Interface module require a
hardware modification; a 0.1uF capacitor needs to be installed
between U1 pin 1 (signal VCC_MSP) and ground. A convenient
(electrically equivalent) installation point for this capacitor is
between pins 4 and 5 of U1. Refer to Figure A-1. Modification to
FET Interface module.
Note: The hardware may already be modified
The hardware modification may have already been performed during
manufacturing, or your tool may contain an updated version of the FET
Interface module.
Revisions 0.1 and 1.0 of the MSP-TS430PM64 Target Socket module
require a hardware modification; the PCB trace connecting pin 6 of
the JTAG connector to pin 9 of the MSP430 (signal XOUT) needs
to get cut.
Notes: The hardware may already be modified
1) The hardware modification may have already been performed during
manufacturing, or your tool may contain an updated version of the
Target Socket module.
2) If the modified Target Socket module is used with the PRGS430,
Version 1.10 or greater of the PRGS software is required.
Ensure that the MSP430 device is securely seated in the socket (so
that the “fingers” of the socket completely engage the pins of the
device), and that its pin 1 (indicated with a circular indentation on
the top surface) aligns with the “1” mark on the PCB.
CAUTION
CAUTION: Possible Damage To Device
Handle devices with fine pitch pins (64/80/100 pins) using
only a vacuum pick-up tool; do not use your fingers as they
can easily bend the device pins and render the device
useless.