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How to fix initialization issues with XDS110 on TI microcontrollers?

October 14, 2024

Solve XDS110 initialization issues on TI microcontrollers with this expert guide tailored for firmware developers, ensuring a smooth debugging experience.

How to fix initialization issues with XDS110 on TI microcontrollers?

 

Understanding the Problem

 

Initialization issues with XDS110 on TI microcontrollers can stem from several areas such as driver issues, hardware incompatibility, or incorrect configuration settings. This section will elaborate on common solutions to tackle these problems for a smooth debugging experience.

 

Check and Update Drivers

 

  • Before troubleshooting further, ensure that your drivers are up-to-date. Visit the Texas Instruments website to download the latest XDS110 drivers compatible with your operating system.
  • Open the Device Manager in Windows and locate the XDS110 entry. Right-click it and select "Update driver" to let Windows search for available updates.
  • If issues persist, consider uninstalling and reinstalling the drivers manually.

 

Verify Firmware Version

 

  • The XDS110 debugger comes with built-in firmware that may occasionally need updating. Use the following commands to check and update the firmware.
xdsdfu -m    // Checks the current firmware version
xdsdfu -f firmware_file_name -r    // Updates the firmware and reboots the debugger
  • Ensure that the firmware_file_name corresponds to the latest version available in the TI website.

 

Hardware Connections

 

  • Inspect all wiring thoroughly between the XDS110 and your microcontroller. Loose or damaged connections can cause initialization failures. Use stable connectors and ensure proper grounding.

  • Make certain that the pin configurations match the pinouts specified in the microcontroller's technical documentation.

 

Adjust Launch Configurations

 

  • Open your development environment, such as Code Composer Studio (CCS). Navigate to the project settings to check if the correct microcontroller device is selected.

  • Examine the Debug Configurations to ensure that the XDS110 is set as your local debugger and that the connection type is correctly specified. Modify if necessary.

<configurations>
    <configuration hardware="XDS110 USB Debug Probe" type="LAUNCH" id="your.debug.config">
        <!-- Inspect your setup -->
    </configuration>
</configurations>

 

Isolation and Debugging

 

  • Try running a basic code snippet on your microcontroller to determine if the problem is with your current firmware:
#include <msp430.h>

int main(void) {
    WDTCTL = WDTPW | WDTHOLD;   // stop watchdog timer
    P1DIR |= BIT0;              // set P1.0 as output

    while (1) {
        P1OUT ^= BIT0;          // toggle P1.0
        __delay_cycles(1000000);
    }
}
  • Load this code using your development environment to see if the XDS110 initializes without errors.

 

Software and Configuration Tweaks

 

  • Navigate to the CCS application settings, ensuring the configuration options like memory mapping or optimization levels do not interfere with the debugger startup.

  • Consider resetting the CCS perspectives and preferences by deleting the workspace .metadata directory (after backing it up).

 

Microcontroller-Specific Considerations

 

  • Review the silicon errata for your particular microcontroller model to identify any known bugs or features that might affect debugger initialization.

  • Double-check if any pre-initialization scripts or custom startup code might interfere with debugger operations.

 

Community and Support Channels

 

  • Visit Texas Instruments community forums or the TI E2E Support Community to identify if similar issues have been addressed.

  • Engage with fellow community members or contact TI support directly if the problem persists despite following these troubleshooting steps.

 

With these detailed steps, you should be in a more robust position to fix initialization issues with the XDS110 on TI microcontrollers. Following through these ensures proper diagnostics and remedial actions are taken in line with both hardware and software perspectives.

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