Function and Performance Comparisons Between PG-FP6 and PG-FP5
Functions
| Function | PG-FP6 | PG-FP5 |
|---|---|---|
| Supported MCUs | RL78, RX, RH850, Renesas Synergy™, some special-purpose ICs, SuperH, R8C, 78K or V850 (with single-power-supply Flash memory) | RL78, RX, RH850, SuperH, R8C, 78K or V850 (with single-power-supply Flash memory/dual-power-supply flash memory) |
| External Dimensions | 140mm × 90mm × 30mm (protruding parts excluded) | |
| Weight | Approximately 245g | Approximately 230g |
| Host Interface | USB 2.0 (USB 1.1), serial interface | USB 2.0 (USB 1.1), serial interface |
| External Control Interface | Provided | Provided |
| Terminal Control | Provided (command released) | Provided (command released) |
| Self-Testing Function | Provided | Provided |
| Target Interface | CSI, CSI-H/S, UART, FINE | CSI, CSI-H/S, UART, FINE, IIC, PORT |
| VDD Supply From the Programmer | Provided | Provided |
| ROM Code | Max. 256MB (divided by 8) | Max. 16MB (divided by 8, 4, 2, or 1) |
| MCU-Specific Information | Parameter file for the PG-FP6 (Included in FP6 Terminal) Note1 Multiple files (max. 8) can be read. |
Parameter file for the PG-FP5 Multiple files (max. 8) can be read. |
| MCU Security Settings | Provided | Provided |
| Main Unit Security Settings | Provided | Provided |
| Simple Mode | Provided | Provided |
| Bank Mode | Provided | Provided |
| Single Write Operation by a Programmer | The NEXT, ENTER or CANCEL buttons are used. The START button is used for write operation. |
The NEXT, ENTER or CANCEL buttons are used. The START button is used for write operation. |
| Target Cable | 14-pin cable | 14-pin cable, 16-pin cable |
| Power | Power supply adapter for the PG-FP6 (accessory) or USB power supply Note2 | Power supply adapter for the PG-FP5 (sold separately) |
| Programming GUI | Programming GUI for the PG-FP6: FP6 Terminal Note1 | Programming GUI for the PG-FP5 Note1 |
Notes:
- The FP6 Terminal for the PG-FP6 includes parameter files and firmware, which are provided separately for the PG-FP5, and USB drivers.
- This function facilitates use of USB power in places where power outlets are not available when reprogramming the field. When connecting the product directly to the USB port of a PC, use the power supply adapter that comes with the product.
Performance
Improved Download Speed
With the PG-FP6, the time required for downloading program files to the main unit was reduced compared with the PG-FP5.
Note: These numeric values were measured using a program with a file size of 16MB.
Improved Programming Speed
With the PG-FP6, the programming time to MCUs was reduced compared with the PG-FP5.
| RH850/E1M-S2 Code: 4MB Data: 64KB |
RX71M Code: 4MB Data: 64KB |
RL78/F15 Code: 512KB Data: 16KB |
|
|---|---|---|---|
| PG-FP5 | 26 sec. | 25 sec. | 11 sec. |
| PG-FP6 | 21 sec. | 15 sec. | 10 sec. |
| Effect Using PG-FP6 | Reduced by 19% | Reduced by 40% | Reduced by 9% |
Note: Numeric values are reference values.