Programming Cables

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Contents
Contents ............................................................................................................................................................................... 3
1. Features ......................................................................................................................................................................... 5
2. Programming Cables ..................................................................................................................................................... 5
3. Programming Cable Pin Definitions ............................................................................................................................... 6
4. Programming Software ................................................................................................................................................. 8
5. Target Board Design Considerations ............................................................................................................................. 8
6. Programming Flywire and Connection Reference ......................................................................................................... 9
7. Connecting the Programming Cable ............................................................................................................................ 12
8. Programming Cable TRST Pin ...................................................................................................................................... 12
9. Programming Cable ispEN Pin ..................................................................................................................................... 12
10. Ordering Information .................................................................................................................................................. 13
Appendix A. Troubleshooting the USB Driver Installation .................................................................................................. 14
Appendix B. USB Programming Cable Firmware Update ................................................................................................... 18
Technical Support Assistance ............................................................................................................................................. 19
Revision History .................................................................................................................................................................. 20

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Figures
Figure 1.1. USB Cable – HW-USBN-2B ..................................................................................................................................5
Figure 3.1. Programming Cable In-System Programming Interface for the PC (HW-USBN-2B)*..........................................6
Figure 3.2. Programming Cable In-System Programming Interface for the PC (HW-USB-1A or HW-USB-2A)* ...................7
Figure 3.3. Programming Cable In-System Programming Interface for the PC (HW-DLN-3C and Equivalents)*..................7
Figure 3.4. Programming Cable In-System Programming Interface for the PC (pDS4102-DL2 or pDS4102- DL2A) .............7
Figure 3.5. Programming Cable In-System Programming Interface for the PC (HW7265-DL2 or HW7265-DL2A)* .............7
Figure A.1. Device Manager ................................................................................................................................................14
Figure A.2. Unknown Device Properties .............................................................................................................................14
Figure A.3. Update Driver Software ....................................................................................................................................15
Figure A.4. Lattice EzUSB Driver .........................................................................................................................................15
Figure A.5. FTDI FTUSB Driver .............................................................................................................................................15
Figure A.6. Windows Security .............................................................................................................................................16
Figure A.7. USB Installation Completed ..............................................................................................................................16
Figure A.8. Installation Completed .....................................................................................................................................17
Figure A.9. Installation Completed .....................................................................................................................................17

Tables
Table 3.1. Programming Cable Pin Definitions .....................................................................................................................6
Table 6.1. Pin and Cable Reference ......................................................................................................................................9
Table 10.1. Programming Cable Feature Summary ............................................................................................................13
Table 10.2. Ordering Information .......................................................................................................................................13

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1. Features
• Support for all Lattice programmable products
• 2.5 V to 3.3 V I2C programming (HW-USBN-2B)
• 1.2 V to 3.3 V JTAG and SPI programming (HW-USBN-2B)
• 1.2 V to 5 V JTAG and SPI programming (all other cables)
• Ideal for design prototyping and debugging
• Connect to multiple PC interfaces
• USB (v.1.0, v.2.0)
• PC Parallel Port
• Easy-to-use programming connectors
• Versatile flywire, 2 x 5 (.100”) or 1 x 8 (.100”) connectors
• 6 feet (2 meters) or more of programming cable length (PC to DUT)
• Lead-free/RoHS compliant construction

Figure 1.1. USB Cable – HW-USBN-2B

2. Programming Cables
Lattice Programming Cable products are the hardware connection for in-system programming of all Lattice devices.
After user complete the logic design and create a programming file with the Lattice Diamond®/ispLEVER®
Classic/Radiant development tools, user can use Diamond/Radiant Programmer or ispVM™ System software to
program devices on board. The ispVM System/Diamond/Radiant Programmer software automatically generates the
appropriate programming commands, programming addresses and programming data based on information stored in
the programming file and parameters set in Diamond/Radiant Programmer/ispVM System. Programming signals are
then generated from the USB or parallel port of a PC and directed through the programming cable to the device. No
additional components are required for programming.
Note: Port A is for JTAG programming. Radiant programming software can use the built-in cable via the USB hub on the
PC, which detects the cable of the USB function on Port A. While Port B is for UART/I2C interface access.
Diamond Programmer/Radiant Programmer/ispVM System software is included with all Lattice design tool products
and is available for download from the Lattice web site at www.latticesemi.com/programmer.

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3. Programming Cable Pin Definitions

The functions provided by the programming cables correspond with available functions on Lattice programmable
devices. Since some devices contain different programming features, the specific functions provided by the
programming cable may depend on the selected target device. ispVM System/Diamond/Radiant Programmer software
automatically generates the appropriate functions based on the selected device. See Table 3.1 for an overview of the
programming cable functions.
Table 3.1. Programming Cable Pin Definitions
Programming Cable Pin Name Programming Cable Pin Type Description
VCC Programming Input Connect to VCCIO or VCCJ plane of the target
Voltage device. Typical ICC = 10 mA. The target board
provides the VCC supply/reference for the cable.
TDO/SO Test Data Input Used to shift data out via the IEEE1149.1 (JTAG)
Output programming standard.
TDI/SI Test Data Input Output Used to shift data in via the IEEE1149.1
programming standard.
ISPEN/PROG Enable Output Enable device to be programmed.
Also functions as SN/SSPI Chip Select for SPI
programming with HW-USBN-2B.
TRST Test Reset Output Optional IEEE 1149.1 state machine reset.
DONE DONE Input DONE indicates status of configuration
TMS Test Mode Output Used to control the IEEE1149.1 state machine.
Select Input
GND Ground Input Connect to ground plane of the target device
TCK/SCLK Test Clock Input Output Used to clock the IEEE1149.1 state machine
INIT Initialize Input Indicates device is ready for configuration to
begin. INITN is only found on some devices.
I2C: SCL1 I2C SCL Output Provides the I2C signal SCL
I2C: SDA1 I2C SDA Output Provides the I2C signal SDA.
5 V OUT1 5 V Out Output Provides a 5 V signal for the iCEprogM1050
Programmer.
Note:
1. Only found on the HW-USBN-2B cable. Nexus™ and Avant™ I2C programming ports are not supported.

TCK/SCLK* TMS *
I2C: SCL TDI/SI *
5 V OUT TDO/SO *

I2C: SDA VCC *

DONE ISPEN/PROG
GND * TRST
* Indicates flywire connections required for most basic JTAG programming.

Figure 3.1. Programming Cable In-System Programming Interface for the PC (HW-USBN-2B)*

*Note: Requires Diamond Programmer 3.1 or later.

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Function Color
V CC Red
SDO/TDO Brown
SDI/TDI Orange
ispEN/Enable/PROG Yellow
To PC ® TRST/DONE Gree n To System
MODE/TMS Purple Board

61 HW-USB-1A GN D Black
SCLK/TCK W hite
IN IT Blue

Figure 3.2. Programming Cable In-System Programming Interface for the PC (HW-USB-1A or HW-USB-2A)*

*Note: Lattice PAC-Designer® software does not support programming with USB cables. To program ispPAC devices with these cables,
use the Diamond Programmer/ispVM System software.

HW7265-DL3 and HW7265-DL3A – Grey Housing with RJ-45 Connector

Other Cables are Labeled with Part Number Function Color
V CC Red
SDO/TDO Brown
SDI/TDI Orange
25-pin To
ispEN/Enable/Prog Yellow
To PC Parallel System
Port TRST Green
Board
Adapter
61 MODE/TMS Purple
GND Black
SCLK/TCK White

Figure 3.3. Programming Cable In-System Programming Interface for the PC (HW-DLN-3C and Equivalents)*

*Note: HW7265-DL3, HW7265-DL3A, HW-DL-3B, HW-DL-3C and HW-DLN-3C are functionally equivalent products.

End View
pDS4102-DL2 – Blue Housing
pDS4102-DL2A – Grey Housing Function Pin #
V CC 1
.100" Center-Spacing
SDO/TDO 2
RJ-45 Connector Eight Positions
Eight Positions SDI/TDI 3
25-pin
ispEN/Enable/PROG 4 To System
To PC Parallel
Port .01 f* TRST 5 Board
Adapter Capacitor MODE/TMS 6
6'
GND 7
SCLK/TCK 8

Note: Capacitor Recommended on System Board

Figure 3.4. Programming Cable In-System Programming Interface for the PC (pDS4102-DL2 or pDS4102- DL2A)

Figure 3.5. Programming Cable In-System Programming Interface for the PC (HW7265-DL2 or HW7265-DL2A)*

*Note: For reference purposes, the 2 x 10 connector on the HW7265-DL2 or HW7265-DL2A is equivalent to Tyco 102387-1. This will
interface to standard 100-mil spacing 2 x 5 headers, or a 2 x 5 keyed, recessed male connector such as the 3M N2510-5002RB.

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4. Programming Software
Diamond/Radiant Programmer and ispVM System for Classic devices is the preferred programming management
software tool for all Lattice devices and download cables. The latest version of Lattice Diamond/Radiant Programmer or
ispVM System software is available for download from the Lattice web site at www.latticesemi.com/programmer.

5. Target Board Design Considerations

A 4.7 kΩ pull-down resistor is recommended on the TCK connection of the target board. This pull-down is
recommended to avoid inadvertent clocking of the TAP controller induced by fast clock edges or as VCC ramps up. This
pull-down is recommended for all Lattice programmable families.
The I2C signals SCL and SDA are open drain. A 2.2 kΩ pull-up resistor to VCC is required on the target board. Only VCC
values of 3.3 V and 2.5 V for I2C are supported by the HW-USBN-2B cables.
For Lattice device families that feature low power, it is recommended to add a 500 Ω resistor between VCCJ and GND
during the programming interval when a USB programming cable is connected to a very low power board design. A
FAQ is available that discusses this in more depth at:
http://www.latticesemi.com/en/Support/AnswerDatabase/2/2/0/2205
The JTAG programming port speed may need to be governed when using the programming cables connected to
customer PCBs. This is especially important when there is long PCB routing or with many daisy-chained devices. The
Lattice programming software can adjust the timing of TCK applied to the JTAG programming port from the cable. This
low-precision port setting of TCK depends on many factors, including the PC speed and the type of cable used (parallel
port, USB or USB2). This software feature provides an option to slow the TCK for debug or noisy environments. A FAQ is
available that discusses this in more depth at: http://www.latticesemi.com/en/Support/AnswerDatabase/9/7/974.aspx
The USB download cable can be used to program Power Manager or ispClock products with Lattice programming
software. When using the USB cable with the Power Manager I devices, (POWR604, POWR1208, POWR1208P1), user
must slow do TCK by a factor of 2. A FAQ is available that discusses this in more depth at:
http://www.latticesemi.com/en/Support/AnswerDatabase/3/0/306.aspx

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6. Programming Flywire and Connection Reference

Refer to Table 6.1 to identify, per Lattice device, how to connect various Lattice programming cable flywires. JTAG, SPI and I2C configuration ports are
unambiguously identified. Legacy cables and hardware are included for reference. In addition, various header configurations are tabulated.
Table 6.1. Pin and Cable Reference
HW-USBN-2B TDI/SI TDO/SO TMS TCK/SCLK ISPEN/PROG DONE TRST(OUTPUT) VCC GND I2C: SCL I2C: SDA 5 V Out
Flywire color Orange Brown Purple White Yellow Blue Green Red Black Yellow/White Green/White Red/White

HW-USBN-2A TDI TDO TMS TCK ispEN/PROG INIT TRST(OUTPUT)/DONE(INPUT) VCC GND
Flywire color Orange Brown Purple White Yellow Blue Green Red Black
na
HW-DLN-3C TDI TDO TMS TCK ispEN/PROG TRST(OUTPUT) VCC GND
na
Flywire color Orange Brown Purple White Yellow Green Red Black
Output Input Output Output Output Input Input/Output Input Input Output Output Output
Programming cable pin type 4.7 kΩ 4.7 kΩ (Note 3) (Note 3)
— — Pull-Up Pull-Down
(Note 1) — — (Note 2) — —
Target Board Recommendation (Note 6) (Note 6)
Connect the programming cable wires (above) to the corresponding device or header pins (below).
JTAG Port Devices
ECP5™ TDI TDO TMS TCK Required Required — — —

LatticeECP3™/LatticeECP2M™
LatticeECP2™/LatticeECP™/ TDI TDO TMS TCK Required Required — — —
LatticeEC™

LatticeXP2™/LatticeXP™ TDI TDO TMS TCK Required Required — — —

LatticeSC™/LatticeSCM™ TDI TDO TMS TCK Required Required — — —
MachXO2™/MachXO3™/MachXO3D™ TDI TDO TMS TCK Required Required — — —
Optional connections to device ispEN, PROGRAMN,
MachXO™ TDI TDO TMS TCK INITN, DONE and/or TRST signals Required Required — — —
ORCA®/FPSC TDI TDO TMS TCK (Define in Custom I/O settings in ispVM System Required Required — — —
or Diamond Programmer software.
ispXPGA®/ispXPLD™ TDI TDO TMS TCK Required Required — — —
Not all devices have these pins available)
ispMACH® 4000/ispMACH/ispLSI® 5000 TDI TDO TMS TCK Required Required — — —
MACH®4A TDI TDO TMS TCK Required Required — — —
ispGDX2™ TDI TDO TMS TCK Required Required — — —
ispPAC®/ispClock™ (Note 4) TDI TDO TMS TCK Required Required — — —

Platform Manager™/Power Manager/ TDI

Power Manager II/Platform Manager II TDO TMS TCK Required Required — — —
(Note 4)

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Optional connections to device ispEN, PROGRAMN,

INITN, DONE and/or TRST signals
CrossLink™-NX/Certus™-NX/
TDI TDO TMS TCK (Define in Custom I/O settings in ispVM System Required Required — — —
CertusPro™-NX/Mach™-NX/MachXO5™-NX
or Diamond Programmer software.
Not all devices have these pins available)

HW-USBN-2B TDI/SI TDO/SO TMS TCK/SCLK ISPEN/PROG DONE TRST(OUTPUT) VCC GND I2C: SCL I2C: SDA 5 V Out
Flywire color Orange Brown Purple White Yellow Blue Green Red Black Yellow/White Green/White Red/White

HW-USBN-2A TDI TDO TMS TCK ispEN/PROG INIT TRST(OUTPUT)/DONE(INPUT) VCC GND
Flywire color Orange Brown Purple White Yellow Blue Green Red Black
na
HW-DLN-3C TDI TDO TMS TCK ispEN/PROG TRST(OUTPUT) VCC GND
na
Flywire color Orange Brown Purple White Yellow Green Red Black
Output Input Output Output Output Input Input/Output Input Input Output Output Output
Programming cable pin type 4.7 kΩ 4.7 kΩ (Note 3) (Note 3)
— — (Note 1) — — (Note 2) — —
Target Board Recommendation Pull-Up Pull-Down (Note 6) (Note 6)
Connect the programming cable wires (above) to the corresponding device or header pins (below).
Slave SPI Port Devices
ECP5 MOSI MISO — CCLK SN Required Required — — —
Optional connections to device
LatticeECP3 MOSI MISO — CCLK SN Required Required — — —
PROGRAMN, INITN and/or DONE signals
MachXO2/MachXO3/MachXO3D SI SO — CCLK SN Required Required — — —

Opt.
CrossLink LIF-MD6000 MOSI MISO — SPI_SCK SPI_SS CRESET_B Required Required — — —
CDONE

iCE40™/iCE40LM/iCE40 Ultra™/ Opt.

SPI_SI SPI_SO — SPI_SCK SPI_SS_B CRESET_B Required Required — — —
iCE40 UltraLite™ CDONE
— Opt.Opt
CrossLink-NX/Certus-NX/CertusPro-NX SI SO SCLK SCSN — Required Required — — —
DONE

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I2C Port Devices

MachXO2/MachXO3/MachXO3D — — — — Required Required SCL SDA —
Optional connections to device PROGRAMN, INITN
and/or DONE signals SDA_M +
Platform Manager II — — — — Required Required SCL_M + SCL_S —
SDA_S
L-ASC10 — — — — — — — Required Required SCL SDA —

Opt.
CrossLink LIF-MD6000 — — — — — CRESET_B Required Required SCL SDA —
CDONE

Headers
1 x 10 conn (various cables) 3 2 6 8 4 9 or 10 5 or 9 1 7 — — —
1 x 8 conn (see Figure 3.4) 3 2 6 8 4 — 5 1 7 — — —
2 x 5 conn (see Figure 3.5) 5 7 3 1 10 — 9 6 2, 4,or 8 — — —
Programmers
Model 300 5 7 3 1 10 — 9 6 2, 4,or 8 — — —
iCEprog™ iCEprogM1050 8 5 — 7 9 3 1 6 10 — — 4 (Note 5)
Notes:
1. For older Lattice ISP devices, a 0.01 μF decoupling capacitor is required on ispEN/ENABLE of the target board.
2. For HW-USBN-2A/2B, the target board supplies the power - Typical ICC = 10 mA. For devices that have a VCCJ pin, the VCCJ must be connected to the cable’s VCC. For other
devices, connect the appropriate bank VCCIO to the cable's VCC. A 0.1 μF decoupling capacitor is required on VCCJ or VCCIO close to the device. Please refer to the device data
sheet to determine if the device has a VCCJ pin or what VCCIO bank governs the target programming port (this may not be the same as a target device’s core VCC/VSS plane).
3. Open drain signals. Target board should have ~2.2 kΩ pull-up resistor connected to the same plane to which VCC is connected. HW-USBN-2B cables provide internal 3.3 kΩ pull-
ups to VCC.
4. When using PAC-Designer® software to program ispPAC or ispClock devices, do not connect TRST/DONE.
5. If using a cable older than HW-USBN-2B, connect a +5 V external supply between iCEprogM1050 pin 4 (VCC) and pin 2 (GND).
6. For HW-USBN-2B, only VCC values of 3.3 V thru 2.5 V are supported for I2C.

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7. Connecting the Programming Cable

The target board must be unpowered when connecting, disconnecting, or reconnecting the programming cable. Always
connect the programming cable’s GND pin (black wire) before connecting any other JTAG pins. Failure to follow these
procedures can result in damage to the target programmable device.

8. Programming Cable TRST Pin

Connecting the board TRST pin to the cable TRST pin is not recommended. Instead, connect the board TRST pin to Vcc.
If the board TRST pin is connected to the cable TRST pin, instruct ispVM/Diamond/Radiant Programmer to drive the
TRST pin high.
To configure ispVM/Diamond/Radiant Programmer to drive TRST pin high:
1. Select the Options menu item.
2. Select Cable and I/O Port Setup.
3. Select the TRST/Reset Pin Connected checkbox.
4. Select the Set High radio button.
If the proper option is not selected, the TRST pin is driven low by ispVM/Diamond/Radiant Programmer. Consequently,
the BSCAN chain does not work because the chain is locked into RESET state.

9. Programming Cable ispEN Pin

The following pins should be grounded:
• BSCAN pin of the 2000VE devices
• ENABLE pin of MACH4A3/5-128/64, MACH4A3/5-64/64 and MACH4A3/5-256/128 devices.
However, user have the option of having the BSCAN and ENABLE pins driven by the ispEN pin from the cable. In this
case, ispVM/Diamond/Radiant Programmer must be configured to drive the ispEN pin low as follows:
To configure ispVM/Diamond/Radiant Programmer to drive ispEN pin low:
1. Select the Options menu item.
2. Select Cable and I/O Port Setup.
3. Select the ispEN/BSCAN Pin Connected checkbox.
4. Select the Set Low radio button.
Each programming cable ships with two small connectors that help to keep the flywires organized. The following
manufacturer and part number is one possible source for equivalent connectors:
• 1 x 8 Connector (for example, Samtec SSQ-108-02-T-S)
• 2 x 5 Connector (for example, Samtec SSQ-105-02-T-D)
The programming cable flywire or headers are intended to connect to standard 100-mil spacing headers (pins spaced
0.100 inch apart). Lattice recommends a header with length of 0.243 inches or 6.17 mm. Though, headers of other
lengths may work equally well.

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10. Ordering Information

Table 10.1. Programming Cable Feature Summary
Feature HW-USBN-2B HW-USBN-2A HW-USB-2A HW-USB-1A HW-DLN-3C HW7265-DL3, HW7265-DL2 HW7265-DL2A PDS4102-DL2 PDS4102-DL2A
HW7265-DL3A,
HW-DL-3B,
HW-DL-3C
USB X X X X — — — — — —
PC-Parallel — — — — X X X X X X
1.2 V Support X X X — — — — — — —
1.8 V Support X X X X X X — X — X
2.5-3.3 V X X X X X X X X X X
Support
5.0 V Support — X X X X X X X X X
2 x 5 Connector — X X X X X X X — —
1 x 8 Connector X X X X X — — X X
Flywire X X X X X X — — — —
Lead-free X X — — X — — — — —
Construction
Available for X — — — X — — — — —
order

Table 10.2. Ordering Information

China RoHS Environment- Friendly
Description Ordering Part Number
Use Period (EFUP)
Programming cable (USB). Contains 6' USB cable, flywire HW-USBN-2B
connectors, 8-position (1 x 8) adapter and 10-position (2 x 5)
adapter, lead-free, RoHS compliant construction.
Programming cable (PC only). Contains parallel port adapter, 6' HW-DLN-3C
cable, flywire connectors, 8-position (1 x 8) adapter and 10-
position (2 x 5) adapter, lead-free, RoHS compliant construction.
Note: Additional cables are described in this document for legacy purposes only, these cables are no longer produced. The cables
currently available for order are fully equivalent replacement items.

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Appendix A. Troubleshooting the USB Driver Installation

It is essential that user install the drivers before connecting user PC to the USB cable. If the cable is connected before
installing the drivers, Windows will try to install its own drivers that may not work.
If user have attempted to connect the PC to the USB cable without first installing the appropriate drivers, or have
trouble communicating with the Lattice USB cable after installing the drivers, follow the steps below:
1. Plug in the Lattice USB cable. Choose Start > Settings > Control Panel > System.
2. In the System Properties dialog box, click the Hardware tab and Device Manager button. Under Universal Serial
Bus controllers, user should see Lattice USB ISP Programmer. If user do not see this, look for the Unknown Device
with the yellow flag. Double click on the Unknown Device icon.

Figure A.1. Device Manager

3. In the Unknown device Properties dialog box, click Reinstall Driver.

Figure A.2. Unknown Device Properties

4. Select Browse my computer for driver software.

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Figure A.3. Update Driver Software

5. Browse to the isptools\ispvmsystem directory for the Lattice EzUSB driver.

Figure A.4. Lattice EzUSB Driver

6. Browse to the isptools\ispvmsystem\Drivers\FTDIUSBDriver directory for the FTDI FTUSB driver.

Figure A.5. FTDI FTUSB Driver

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7. For Diamond installations, browse to lscc/diamond/data/vmdata/drivers. Click Next.

8. Select Install this Driver software anyway. The system updates the driver.

Figure A.6. Windows Security

9. Click Close and finish installing the USB driver.

Figure A.7. USB Installation Completed

10. Under Control Panel >System >Device Manager > Universal Serial Bus Controllers should include the following:
a. For the Lattice EzUSB Driver: Lattice USB ISP Programmer device installed.

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Figure A.8. Installation Completed

b. For the FTDI FTUSB Driver: USB Serial Converter A and Converter B devices installed.

Figure A.9. Installation Completed

If user experiencing problems or need additional information, contact Lattice Technical Support.

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Appendix B. USB Programming Cable Firmware Update

There is a known issue where cable firmware with version V001 may cause the USB programming cable to malfunction
with LEDs light always on in certain scenario.
The workaround is to update the cable firmware and FTDI firmware version to V002 to resolve this issue.
Please download and install the HW-USBN-2B Firmware version 2.0 or later, available from our website. The firmware
and update instruction guide, is available from our website.

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Technical Support Assistance

For assistance, submit a technical support case at www.latticesemi.com/techsupport.
For frequently asked questions, refer to the Lattice Answer Database at
www.latticesemi.com/Support/AnswerDatabase.

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Revision History
Revision 26.7, April 2024
Section Change Summary
Programming Cable Pin Updated note 1 to Table 3.1. Programming Cable Pin Definitions to indicate that Nexus and
Definitions Avant I2C programming ports are not supported.
Programming Flywire and Table 6.1. Pin and Cable Reference:
Connection Reference • Grouped Nexus product lines into a single row for JTAG and SSPI ports.
• Added MachXO5-NX to the JTAG port devices list.
• Removed Nexus product lines for I2C port.

Revision 26.6, November 2023

Section Change Summary
Disclaimers Updated this section.
Appendix A. Troubleshooting the Added sentence There is a known issue where cable firmware with version "V001" may cause
USB Driver Installation the USB programming cable to malfunction with LEDs light always on in certain scenario.
The workaround is to update the cable firmware and FTDI firmware version to "V002" to
resolve this issue.
Please download and install the HW-USBN-2B Firmware version 2.0 or later, available from
our website.
Appendix B. USB Programming Added this section.
Cable Firmware Update

Revision 26.5, March 2023

Section Change Summary
Programming Flywire and Added Crosslink-NX, Certus-NX, CertusPro-NX and Mach-NX to the JTAG, SPI and I2C Port
Connection Reference Devices list in Table 6.1. Pin and Cable Reference.
Programming Cables Added note information for Port A and Port B “Port A is for JTAG programming. Radiant
programming software can use the built-in cable via the USB hub on the PC, which detects
the cable of the USB function on Port A. While Port B is for UART/I2C interface access.”.
All Added Radiant reference.
Technical Support Added FAQ website link.

Revision 26.4, May 2020

Section Change Summary
Programming Cables
Updated Lattice website link to www.latticesemi.com/programmer.
Programming Software

Revision 26.3, October 2019

Section Change Summary
Target Board Design Clarified VCC values that I2C interface supports. Added notes to Table 6.1.
Considerations;
Programming Flywire and
Connection Reference

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Revision 26.2, May 2019

Section Change Summary
— Added Disclaimers section.
Programming Flywire and Updated Table 6.1. Pin and Cable Reference.
Connection Reference • Added MachXO3D
• Added CRESET_B to Crosslink I2C.
• Updated items under I2C Port Devices
• Added Platform Manager II.
• Changed order of ispPAC.
• Updated items under I2C Port Devices.
• Changed Power Manager II to Platform Manager II and updated I2C: SDA value.
• Changed ASC to L-ASC10
• Updated footnote 4 to include ispClock devices.
• Adjusted trademarks.
Revision History Updated format.
Back cover Updated template.
— Minor editorial changes

Revision 26.1, May 2018

Section Change Summary
All Corrected entries in the Slave SPI Port Devices section of Table 6.1.

Revision 26.0, April 2018

Section Change Summary
All • Changed document number from UG48 to FPGA-UG-02024.
• Updated document template.
Programming Cables Removed redundant information and changed link to www/latticesemi.com/software.
Programming Cable Pin
Updated Programming Cable Pin names in Table 3.1. Programming Cable Pin Definitions.
Definitions
Programming Flywire and Replaced Table 2. Flywire Conversion Reference and Table 3 Recommended Pin Connections
Connection Reference with a single Table 6.1 Pin and Cable Reference.
Ordering Information Moved Table 10.1. Programming Cable Feature Summary under Ordering Information.

Revision 25.0, November 2016

Section Change Summary
Programming Flywire and Revised Table 3, Recommended Pin Connections. Added CrossLink device.
Connection Reference

Revision 24.9, October 2015

Section Change Summary
Programming Flywire and Revised Table 3, Recommended Pin Connections.
Connection Reference • Added CRESET-B column.
• Added iCE40 UltraLite device.
Technical Support Assistance Updated Technical Support Assistance information.

Revision 24.8, March 2015

Section Change Summary
Programming Cable Pin Revised description of INIT in Table 1, Programming Cable Pin Definitions.
Definitions

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Revision 24.7, January 2015

Section Change Summary
Programming Cable Pin • In Table 1, Programming Cable Pin Definitions, ispEN/Enable/PROG changed to
Definitions ispEN/Enable/PROG/SN and its description revised.
• Updated Figure 2, Programming Cable In-System Programming Interface for the PC
(HW-USBN-2B).
Programming Cable ispEN Pin In Table 4, Programming Cable Feature Summary, HW-USBN-2B marked as available for
order.
Ordering Information HW-USBN-2A changed to HW- USBN-2B.

Revision 24.6, July 2014

Section Change Summary
All Changed document title from ispDOWNLOAD Cables to Programming Cables User’s Guide.
Programming Cable Pin Updated Table 3, Recommended Pin Connections. Added ECP5, iCE40LM, iCE40 Ultra, and
Definitions MachXO3 device families.
Target Board Design Updated section. Updated FAQ link on ispVM tool control of TCK duty cycle and/or
Considerations frequency.
Technical Support Assistance Updated Technical Support Assistance information.

Revision 24.5, October 2012

Section Change Summary
Programming Flywire and Added iCE40 configuration port pin names to the Flywire Conversion Reference table.
Connection Reference
Programming Flywire and Added iCE40 information to Recommended Cable Connections table.
Connection Reference

Revision 24.4, February 2012

Section Change Summary
All Updated document with new corporate logo.

Revision 24.3, November 2011

Section Change Summary
All Document transferred to user’s guide format.
Features Added Figure USB Cable – HW-USBN-2A.
Programming Flywire and Updated Recommended Cable Connections table for MachXO2 devices.
Connection Reference
Target Board Design Updated section.
Considerations
Appendix A Added section.

Revision 24.2, October 2009

Section Change Summary
All Added information related to the physical specifications of the flywire connectors.

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Revision 24.1, July 2009

Section Change Summary
All Added Target Board Design Considerations text section.
Programming Flywire and Added section heading.
Connection Reference

Previous Revisions
Section Change Summary
— Previous Lattice releases.

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