Overview
Description
・Supports e² studio Linux version
The QE for BLE is a dedicated tool for developing embedded software in systems which support the Bluetooth® Low Energy protocol stack. This tool makes it easy to test the communications features of Bluetooth Low Energy of Renesas MCU, thus reducing development periods up to products being placed on the market.
This product is a plug-in which extends the Renesas IDE "e² studio".
This product is available free of charge.
The Bluetooth® word mark and logos are registered trademarks owned by Bluetooth SIG, Inc. and any use of such marks by Renesas Electronics is under license.
Features
- You can try communications based on Bluetooth with a scripting feature for calling API commands for the Bluetooth® Low Energy protocol stack.
- Log communications between Bluetooth devices.
- Sample scripts for connection to smartphones
- You can test your rough ideas, even though your original hardware is not yet ready.
- Learn More
Release Information
| Product Name | Latest Ver. | Released | Target Device(Note1) | Details | Download(Note2) | Operating Environment |
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| QE for BLE[RA,RE,RX](Note3) | V1.8.0 | Jun 27, 2025 | RA Family | See Release Note | Download | Operating Environment |
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| QE for BLE | V1.0.0 | Mar 22, 2016 | RL78 Family | See Tool News | Download |
Notes
- For detailed support devices, refer to "Target Devices".
- Installing this Product >>
- Always use the latest version of QE for BLE[RA,RE,RX] Utility.
Updating QE for BLE[RA,RE,RX] Utility>>
Target Devices
Please contact Renesas sales division for RE Family.
Downloads
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| Software & Tools - Other | QE for BLE[RA,RE,RX] V1.8.0 : Development Assistance Tool for Bluetooth® low energy.
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| Software & Tools - Software | QE for BLE[RX] V1.1.0 : A Dedicated Tool for Bluetooth® low energy.
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| Software & Tools - Other | [technical preview version] QE for BLE V1.0.0
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Documentation
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| Release Note | PDF 243 KB 日本語 | |
| Flyer | PDF 752 KB 日本語 , 简体中文 | |
| Tool News - Note | PDF 153 KB 日本語 | |
| Tool News - Release | PDF 156 KB 日本語 | |
| Tool News - Release | PDF 146 KB 日本語 | |
| Release Note | PDF 195 KB 日本語 | |
| Tool News - Release | PDF 143 KB 日本語 | |
| Release Note | PDF 183 KB 日本語 | |
| Application Note |
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2.24 MB
日本語
AI-generated Summary:
The guide explains how to develop Bluetooth Low Energy (BLE) profiles using Renesas development tools such as QE for BLE and e2 studio. It covers the BLE communication protocol based on the Generic Attribute Profile (GATT), detailing client-server architecture, services, characteristics, and descriptors. The document outlines setting up the development environment, creating BLE communication projects for RX23W, RA4W1, and RE01B groups, and implementing profile programs including security, data operations, and connection management. It also provides references to related manuals and software packages to support comprehensive BLE profile development.
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| Tool News - Note | PDF 145 KB 日本語 | |
| Release Note | PDF 522 KB 日本語 | |
| Application Note |
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176 KB
日本語
AI-generated Summary:
The BLE QE Utility module integrates into QE for BLE (RA, RE, RX) v1.40, enabling easy configuration of Bluetooth Low Energy profiles via GUI. It supports various standard BLE services such as Battery, Heart Rate, and Environmental Sensing. The module generates programs compatible with the BLE protocol stack. The document details supported services, version updates, and improvements including FreeRTOS support, enhanced code protection, and API fixes for custom and SIG standard profiles.
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1.19 MB
日本語
AI-generated Summary:
Bluetooth LE communication uses the Generic Attribute Protocol (GATT) to enable client-server interactions through profiles composed of one or more services. The server holds profile data in a GATT database, which the client accesses and can receive notifications or indications from. The Bluetooth LE software structure includes a profile framework, GATT database, and API programs that allow user applications to interact with profiles. Services can be SIG adopted or custom-defined to extend functionality beyond standard specifications.
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| Release Note | PDF 531 KB 日本語 | |
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1.68 MB
日本語
AI-generated Summary:
The content explains how to generate Bluetooth Low Energy (BLE) code using e² studio and transfer it to Keil® MDK for Renesas RA microcontrollers, specifically targeting the EK-RA4W1 evaluation kit. It details the required software environment, including versions of Keil MDK, e² studio, Smart Configurator, FSP, and GNU Arm Embedded Toolchain. The guide walks through creating a new RA project in e² studio, selecting the appropriate device, board, toolchain, and project template, and preparing the project for BLE custom profile creation and code generation. It also outlines the integration process of generated code into Keil MDK for further development and debugging.
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| Application Note |
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1.49 MB
日本語
AI-generated Summary:
The content explains how to generate and transfer QE BLE code from e² studio to IAR Embedded Workbench for ARM, specifically for Renesas RA microcontrollers using the EK-RA4W1 evaluation kit. It details the setup of the development environment, including required IDE versions, toolchains, and configuration tools. Step-by-step instructions guide users through creating a new RA project in e² studio, selecting the appropriate board and device, and configuring project settings such as language, toolchain, and debugger. The process culminates in opening the project with the FSP Configuration perspective for further development.
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| Manual - Development Tools | PDF 1.94 MB 日本語 | |
| Manual - Development Tools | PDF 1.89 MB 日本語 | |
| Manual - Development Tools | PDF 1.92 MB 日本語 | |
| Release Note | PDF 136 KB 日本語 | |
| Release Note | PDF 215 KB 日本語 | |
| Tool News - Release | PDF 203 KB 日本語 | |
| Tool News - Release | PDF 157 KB 日本語 | |
| Application Note |
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2.33 MB
日本語
AI-generated Summary:
QE for BLE [RA,RE] facilitates testing Bluetooth Low Energy communication features on RA4W1 and RE01B MCUs, accelerating development cycles. It provides sample projects and dedicated programs to configure systems, prepare environments, and run R_BLE scripts for communication source and destination boards. The tool supports Windows OS with e2 studio IDE and Flexible Software Package (FSP). It includes instructions for connecting boards, importing projects, running scripts, and editing R_BLE scripts. Downloadable software packages and sample codes are available for seamless setup and operation.
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| Release Note | PDF 168 KB 日本語 | |
| Tool News - Release | PDF 105 KB 日本語 | |
| Release Note | PDF 141 KB 日本語 | |
| Application Note |
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314 KB
日本語
AI-generated Summary:
The Bluetooth LE Profile API provides standard service APIs for Bluetooth Low Energy application development using QE for BLE. It supports both standard and custom services, with custom services detailed separately. The environment supports Windows 8.1 and 10 (32/64 bit). The document includes hardware specifications, software libraries, and developer guides necessary for implementing Bluetooth LE profiles. It emphasizes careful adherence to usage notes, product quality grades, and legal disclaimers regarding product use and intellectual property.
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| Tool News - Release | PDF 487 KB 日本語 | |
| Release Note | PDF 131 KB 日本語 | |
| Application Note |
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1.25 MB
日本語
AI-generated Summary:
The document details the system configuration and software setup for using QE for BLE [RX] with RX23W boards. It specifies the operating environment, including supported Windows versions and required software like e2 studio V7.6.0 and QE for BLE [RX] V1.0.0. The system uses two target boards connected via USB cables for power, programming, and communication. It also outlines the project file structure, listing key source files and R_BLE scripts included in the sample project archive.
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| Release Note | PDF 77 KB 日本語 | |
| Tool News - Release | PDF 716 KB 日本語 | |
| Manual - Development Tools | PDF 1.82 MB 日本語 | |
| Application Note |
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1.75 MB
日本語
AI-generated Summary:
The document guides users through installing, building, and writing Bluetooth Low Energy (BLE) software to RL78/1D microcontrollers, enabling BLE connection and data communication. It explains two system configurations: Modem (two-chip) and Embedded (single-chip). Users download the BLE software package from Renesas, which includes manuals, sample programs, project files, and libraries for various development environments. It specifies PC requirements, evaluation boards, emulators, and programming tools needed for BLE software development and evaluation.
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| Application Note |
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1.24 MB
日本語
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The document explains the system configuration for using QE for BLE, including the integration of e² studio, QE for BLE GUI tool, and the Bluetooth® low energy protocol stack on the RL78/G1D evaluation board. It outlines the operating environment requirements such as supported Windows OS versions and software versions. The Bluetooth® low energy protocol stack GUI tool manages the protocol stack via serial communication, while QE for BLE automates control through rBLE script files within e² studio. The guide also details the necessary software downloads with URLs, including e² studio, QE for BLE, the Bluetooth® low energy protocol stack, the GUI tool, and Microsoft Visual C++ Redistributable.
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| Tool News - Featured Tool | PDF 155 KB 日本語 | |
| Application Note |
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1.66 MB
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AI-generated Summary:
The document details communication between APP-MCU and BLE-MCU in the Modem configuration of the RL78/G1D BLE protocol stack. It describes the system configuration using serial interfaces (UART, CSI, IIC) and the Renesas Serial Communication Interface Protocol (RSCIP) for data exchange. The physical communication specification covers connection methods, SLIP encoding rules for packet transmission, and packet formats including headers, sequence numbers, acknowledgements, and checksum-based data integrity checks.
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| Application Note | QE for Bluetooth® Smart Sample Script for the RenesasBLE Rev.1.00
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The document describes sample scripts for RenesasBLE supporting Bluetooth® Smart profiles. It details two sensor scripts: RunningSpeedAndCadenceSensor.rble and CyclingSpeedAndCadenceSensor.rble. Both operate as peripheral sensors on RL78/G1D, advertising and connecting to a smartphone central device. Once connected and notifications are enabled, each sensor sends 100 pseudo-measurements at one-second intervals. Firmware enabling the respective profiles (RSCP or CSCP) must be written into RL78/G1D.
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| Tool News - Release | PDF 413 KB 日本語 | |
| Manual - Development Tools | PDF 77 KB 日本語 | |
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Design & Development
Sample Code
Sample Code
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| Sample Code | RX23W Group BLE QE Utility Module Firmware Integration Technology Rev.1.11 - Sample Code
Application:
Consumer Electronics, Industrial
Compiler:
CC-RX
Function:
Communication Interface
IDE:
e2 studio
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| Sample Code | QE for BLE[RA,RE] Sample Projects and Dedicated Programs for the R_BLE Scripts Rev.1.01 - Sample Code
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| Sample Code | ZIP 6.08 MB | |
| Sample Code | RX Family QE for BLE[RX] R_BLE Script sample and dedicated program Application Notes Rev.1.00 - Sample Code
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| Sample Code | QE for BLE: A Dedicated Tool for Bluetooth® low energy. Usage Guide Rev.1.00 - Sample Code
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| Sample Code | Bluetooth® Low Energy Protocol Stack API Reference Manual Rev.1.18 - Sample Code
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| Sample Code | QE for Bluetooth® Smart Sample Script for the RenesasBLE Rev.1.00 - Sample Code
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Explore
Videos & Training
This video provides an overview of QE for BLE, a tool that generates code to implement standard Bluetooth® Low Energy profiles. To create Bluetooth LE-compatible devices, you need to define the device’s communication behavior. For applications requiring functionality beyond the available standard profiles, QE for BLE also enables you to design custom profiles and automatically generate the corresponding code.
Additional Details
Features
Easy Testing of Communications via the Bluetooth Specification
You can try communications based on Bluetooth with a scripting feature for calling API commands for the Bluetooth® Low Energy protocol stack, and log communications between Bluetooth devices.
With these features, you can soon start testing Bluetooth operations, leaving you to concentrate on understanding or studying the basic features of communications, without having to create a complicated embedded program requiring initial settings for an MCU and so on.
We will be providing users with sample scripts for connection to smartphones in each of the various profiles (communications protocols defined by Bluetooth). (Note1)
Note
- The supported functions differ depending on the QE for BLE for each MCU family.
Note: Some functions are supported by QE for BLE[RA,RE,RX] only.
Limitless Usages and Combinations
Since Bluetooth communications can be controlled by a PC (QE for BLE runs under the e² studio) instead of special hardware, you can test your rough ideas (e.g., for operation with a Heart Rate Profile (HRP) device) by using the scripting feature to verify its operation, even though your original hardware is not yet ready.
While developing applications for smartphones, you can check the various settings of the target devices by using a PC with the scripting feature of the QE as a pseudo other party.
Supported Library
The confirmed debugging tools
| Device | E2 emulator | E2 emulator Lite | SEGGER J-Link (J-Link OB) |
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| RA Family | ✔ | ||
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| RL78 Family | ✔ |
Support
Support Communities
- RA4W1 BLE: Alert notification profile
Dear Renesas team, We have added Alert notification profile in our BLE project on RA4W1 chipset. From the mobile app,, I am able to see the Alert Notification services available on RA4W1 EVK. I have configured, RA4W1 EVK as the client for this profile. I need to get the call ...
Apr 26, 2022
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