Description Waveshare Platform Cable USB Programmer & Debugger for Xilinx Devices is a practical Xilinx FPGA and CPLD programming cable for in-circuit configuration, programming, and debugging. It is built as a USB-compatible platform cable for working with a wide range of Xilinx devices, making it suitable for FPGA development, CPLD programming, hardware verification, and development board bring-up. This Platform Cable USB uses a CY7C68013A + FPGA hardware solution and supports JTAG, Slave Serial, and SPI connection methods. For engineers, students, and embedded developers working with Xilinx ISE, FPGA labs, CPLD projects, and production programming tasks, this Waveshare Xilinx programmer and debugger provides a reliable and flexible workflow. Features Platform Cable USB programmer for in-circuit configuration and programming of Xilinx devices. CY7C68013A + FPGA solution, compatible with the original Xilinx Platform Cable USB workflow. Supports JTAG, Slave Serial, and SPI download modes. Suitable for FPGA programming, CPLD debugging, and hardware bring-up work. Compatible with Xilinx ISE software environments and related driver workflows. Compact programmer kit with multiple cables and adapters for different target board interfaces. Specifications Item Details Product Type Platform Cable USB Programmer & Debugger Core Solution CY7C68013A + FPGA Host Interface USB Supported Modes JTAG, Slave Serial, SPI Target Range Xilinx FPGA, CPLD, and related programmable devices Typical Software Xilinx ISE and related cable driver environment Applications Xilinx FPGA development for configuration, debugging, and repeated programming during prototyping. CPLD programming and design verification in lab or development environments. Board bring-up and hardware debugging for custom programmable logic designs. Teaching and training for digital design, logic development, and FPGA courses. Production programming of supported Xilinx-based target boards and systems. Product List Platform Cable USB main unit x1 JTAG adapter x1 USB cable x1 8-pin header to 7-pin separated cable x1 8-pin header to 6-pin header cable x1 14-pin (2.54mm pitch) JTAG cable x1 14-pin (2mm pitch) JTAG cable x1 10-pin (2.54mm pitch) JTAG cable x1 Other Content LED statusRed: USB connectedYellow: USB connected and Vref from the target board is powered How to connectConnect the programmer to the PC through USB. For the target board, the Platform Cable USB provides JTAG, Slave Serial, and SPI interfaces. Important wiring notePlease make sure VCC and GND are connected correctly to avoid damaging the Platform Cable USB. Resources Wiki / User Guide User Manual XILINX Software XILINX Datasheets Platform Cable USB II Installation Guide Manual Driver Install Package Windows 10 Cable Driver Quick Install Guide Xilinx ISE 14.7 Windows 10 Installation Video Configuring Xilinx FPGAs with SPI Serial Flash FAQ What devices can this Platform Cable USB work with?It is designed for Xilinx FPGA and CPLD programming and debugging, and is intended for in-circuit configuration workflows. Which connection modes are supported?This programmer supports JTAG, Slave Serial, and SPI interfaces for target board connection. Does it need a separate driver?Usually the driver is included with the Xilinx ISE software. If the device is not recognized correctly, Waveshare also provides a manual driver install package and related installation references. What should I check if the cable is not recognized on Windows 10?Review the Platform Cable USB II Installation Guide, the Windows 10 quick install guide, and the manual driver install package linked in the resources section. What is the most important hardware safety note?Make sure VCC and GND are wired correctly before connecting to the target board, otherwise the programmer may be damaged.
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