Renesas Starter Kit+ for RZ/A1H Quick Start Guide

1. Installation

Do not connect the J-Link LITE ARM debugger module or any hardware until the software support has been installed.

1. Software for this Renesas kit is available for download from: http://www.renesas.com/rskrza1/install
2. After downloading, run the installer and follow the on-screen instructions to install the RSK+ software. This process takes several minutes.

Notes:

• Windows™ 10/8.1 users may encounter a "User Account Control" dialog. Enter administrator credentials and click 'Yes' if prompted.
• A Windows™ driver signing dialog may appear. Accept the driver to proceed.
• A Renesas trust certificate dialog may appear. Select the checkbox to trust the certificate if applicable.
• If prompted to update the J-Link firmware, select the option to update.
• The Segger J-Link LITE included is dedicated for use with this RSK+ and cannot be used for other boards or products.

2. Connection

Diagram Description: The Renesas Starter Kit+ board features numerous connectors and components. Key elements include the TFT Application Board (optional), TMDS (OUT), Reset Switch, Video IN, USB Func (Reverse), Pmod, LVDS, USB Host, Audio IN/OUT, Pmod LCD, SD Card (Reverse, Not Fitted), JTAG Header, CAN, USB Serial, Ethernet, and DC Power Jack. The board also has a TFT Touch Screen, J-Link LITE ARM connector, User Switches, Config Switches, Power LEDs, TFT Header, Analogue Adjust control, and User LEDs.

1. Connect the J-Link LITE ARM debugger module to the connector marked ‘CN14 ARM JTAG 20' (labeled 'JTAG Header' on the diagram) using the ribbon cable.
2. Connect the J-Link LITE ARM debugger module to a spare USB port on your PC. The green LED on the debugger will flash.
3. An icon will appear in the Windows™ toolbar, indicating installation completion. Administrator privileges are required for driver installation.
4. The green LED on the J-Link LITE ARM debugger will illuminate.
5. Connect the Pmod™ LCD to the CN25 (PMOD1) connector.
6. Ensure pins 2 and 3 of the PWR_SEL header are shorted to configure the board for a 5V power supply.
7. Connect a centre-positive +5V power supply to the connector marked PWR and apply power.

3. Importing Sample Code into e² studio

e² studio is an integrated development environment (IDE) that combines compiler, assembler, debugger, and editor.

1. Start e² studio:
   • Windows™ 8.1: From Apps View, navigate to Renesas Electronics e² studio > e² studio.
   • Windows™ 10: From the Start Menu > All Apps, navigate to Renesas Electronics e² studio > e² studio.
2. A firewall warning may be displayed for 'eclipse.exe'. Select 'Private networks, such as my home or work network' and click 'Allow access'.
3. If the 'Select a workspace' dialog appears, browse to a location to save your workspace and click 'OK'.
4. If the 'Toolchain registration' dialog appears, select available toolchains and click 'Register'.
5. In the 'Code Generator Registration' dialog, click 'OK'. A message box will state "Please restart e² studio to use Code Generator". Click 'OK'.
6. In the 'Restart e² studio' message box, click 'OK'. e² studio will restart for the Code Generator components to be registered.
7. In the e² studio Welcome screen, click ‘Workbench'.
8. Right-click in the Project Explorer window and select ‘Import...'.
9. Select 'General > Existing Projects into Workspace' and click 'Next'.
10. Click the 'Browse' button and locate the project directory: C:\Renesas\Workspace\RSK\RSK+RZA1_V4
11. Ensure 'Copy projects into workspace' is ticked, then click 'Finish'.

4. Programming and Debug

1. Left-click the 'Tutorial' project to select it. Click the dropdown arrow [dropdown-arrow] next to the build button [hammer-icon] and select 'HardwareDebug'.
2. e² studio will build the project. Once complete, click the dropdown arrow [dropdown-arrow] next to the debug button [bug-icon] and select 'Debug Configurations...'.
3. Click the symbol [expand-symbol] next to 'Renesas GDB Hardware Debugging' to expand the list. Select the configuration entry matching your project.
4. The debug configurations control page shows settings for the selected device. Default configurations typically do not need alteration.

5. Diagram Description: The 'New launch configuration' window shows various debugging options. Key entries include 'Debug-only', 'GDB Simulator Debugging', 'GHS Local C/C++ Launch', 'Renesas GDB Hardware Attach', 'Renesas GDB Hardware Debugging', and 'Renesas Simulator Debugging'. Specific project configurations like 'RZ_A1H_Tutorial_RSK HardwareDebug' are also listed.

6. In the 'Debugger' tab, verify 'Debug hardware' is set to 'J-Link ARM' and 'Target Device' is 'R7S721001_DualSPI'.
7. Click the 'Debugger' tab, then the 'Connection Settings' secondary tab. Review the settings.

8. Diagram Description: The 'Connection Settings' tab within the Debugger configuration details the connection parameters for the J-Link debugger. It shows settings for 'J-Link' interface, 'Type' as USB, 'Speed (kHz)' set to 4000, and various other parameters related to JTAG, connection, and reset behavior.

9. Click the 'Debug' button to download the code to the target and start debugging.
10. A firewall warning may appear for 'e2-server-gdb.exe'. Select 'Private networks, such as my home or work network' and click 'Allow access'.
11. A User Account Control dialog may appear. Enter administrator credentials and click ‘Yes'.
12. e² studio will ask to change to the 'Debug Perspective'. Click ‘Yes'.
13. Once code is downloaded, click the 'Resume' button [play-button] to run the code. The program will run up to the first line of the main function, R_RIIC_rza1h_rsk_init(). Click 'Resume' again to run the target through the code.
14. The LCD display will show a countdown. Press SW1, SW2, or SW3. The text 'STATIC' will appear, then be replaced by 'TESTTEST' character by character.
15. Rotate the analogue adjust control (RV1). The flashing rate of LED0 will change.
16. Click the 'Suspend' button [pause-button]. The program will stop, and the source code will open at the current program counter.

5. Running the TFT Touchscreen Sample Program

1. To disconnect from the target board, click the 'Disconnect' button [disconnect-button] on the toolbar. Select the C/C++ perspective to return to the editor view.
2. Power down the RSK+.
3. The TFT Touchscreen sample is programmed into the RSK+ NOR FLASH. To run it from NOR FLASH, ensure all SW6 switches are set to the ON position.
4. Connect the RSK TFT App Board to the RSK on connector CN44.
5. Connect a USB cable between the USB Serial connector (CN18) on the RSK+ and an available USB port on the host PC.
6. Use a serial terminal (e.g., HyperTerminal, Tera Term, or PuTTY). Select the appropriate COM port and set the baud rate to 115200 bps, Data bits to 8, Stop bits to 1, Parity to None, and Flow control to None.
7. Re-apply power to the RSK+.
8. The program responds to up to five simultaneous finger presses on the touchscreen. It will color the screen at the touch locations in various colors. The coordinates of all five touches are displayed in the serial terminal.

6. MAC Address

When using Ethernet software, a unique MAC address is required. A unique Renesas allocated MAC address is attached as a sticker to the RSK+RZA1H PCB. This address ensures compatibility with other Renesas hardware on an Ethernet connection.

7. Next Step

After completing this quick start guide, review the tutorial code and sample code provided with the kit. Additional samples can be found in the default folder C:\Renesas\Workspace\RSK\RSK+RZA1_V4 via Project Explorer. The Tutorial Manual will provide further understanding of the device and development process using Renesas tools.

The Hardware Manual supplied with this RSK+ is current at the time of publication. Check the Renesas internet site at www.renesas.com/rsk+rza1h for updates. To learn more about e² studio, access its help files via Help > Help Contents.

8. User Manuals

• Windows™ 8.1: From Apps View, navigate to Renesas Electronics Tools.
• Windows™ 10: Start Menu > All Apps > Renesas Electronics Tools.

9. Compiler Support

The RSK includes a fully functional GNU compiler. Support for the GNU ARM Embedded Compiler is available from https://gcc-renesas.com.

10. Support

Online technical support and information are available at: http://www.renesas.com/rskrza1.

The Hardware Manual supplied with this RSK is current at the time of publication. Check for updates and additional content on the Renesas internet site: http://www.renesas.com/rskrza1.

Technical Contact Details:

• America: techsupport.america@renesas.com
• Europe: http://www.renesas.eu/ibg-kitsupport
• Japan: csc@renesas.com

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