2 Altera Corporation
Altera Programming Hardware Data Sheet
When used with the appropriate adapter, the APU automatically tests for
continuity between the device leads and the programming socket before
programming. It can also apply test vectors to functionally test and verify
programmed Altera devices. Test vectors can be created in waveform or
text format in the MAX+PLUS
®
II Waveform Editor or Text Editor and
applied to the device; results can be viewed in waveform or text format.
The APU will also be supported by the Quartus
TM
II development
software in the second half of 2001.
Ordering Code: PL-APU
Altera Stand-Alone Programmer
The Altera Stand-Alone Programmer (PL-ASAP2), together with the
appropriate programming adapters, provides the hardware and software
needed for programming EPROM- and EEPROM-based devices and
configuring SRAM-based devices. PL-ASAP2 includes an LP6 Logic
Programmer Card and MPU, the MAX+PLUS II Programmer software
(which requires Microsoft Windows 98, Windows NT, or Windows 2000),
and complete documentation. The MAX+PLUS II Programmer software
supports device programming for MAX
®
9000, MAX 7000, MAX 3000A,
Classic
TM
, and configuration devices.
Ordering Code: PL-ASAP2
Logic Programmer Card
The LP6 Logic Programmer card generates programming waveforms and
voltages for the MPU. The software-controlled card can be installed into
any full-length computer expansion slot in an IBM PC or compatible
computer. The LP6 card is available as part of PL-ASAP2 or individually.
Ordering Code: PLP6
Master Programming Unit
The MPU is a hardware module that is used together with an appropriate
adapter to program Altera devices. The MPU connects to a Logic
Programmer card via a 25-pin ribbon cable. The MPU receives power
from the Logic Programmer card and does not require an external power
supply. Programming and functional test information is transmitted from
the Logic Programmer card via the 25-pin ribbon cable to the MPU. A
programming status light on the MPU lights up when the unit is active.
