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TMS320F280025C: Device for mass production

Bhavpreeta Charan
Expert 4610 points

Part Number: TMS320F280025C
Other Parts Discussed in Thread: UNIFLASH, LAUNCHXL-F280025C, C2000WARE

Hello experts,

We are considering writing software to a microcomputer for mass production.
Microcomputer type: TMS320F280025CPMSR

Q1. Is it possible to write software to MCU using following device? Is it possible to use it in firmware update etc.?

We used this device about 10years ago
Device: C2000-Gang Programmer
PN:C2000-Gang
Hardware rev:1.02


Q2. If the above device cannot be used, could you tell me which device can be used? I don't need the ability to write to multiple targets at the same time. I want a small device

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    TI__Mastermind 33653 points

    Hi Bhavpreeta,

    Please find responses for each of your questions below:

    Q1: Can Your Existing C2000-Gang Programmer (Rev 1.02) Be Used?

    Likely not without a software/firmware update from the manufacturer — and even then, compatibility is uncertain.

    The C2000-Gang Programmer is manufactured by Elprotronic, and there is documented evidence that older versions of the C2000-Gang software have encountered compatibility bugs with newer C2000 devices. For example, programming failures were reported with the F280049M that required Elprotronic to develop a software fix in collaboration with TI [1]. Your hardware revision 1.02 from ~10 years ago predates the F28002x device family entirely.

    Recommended action: Contact Elprotronic directly at support@elprotronic.com to confirm whether your hardware rev 1.02 can be updated to support the TMS320F280025C. They may be able to provide updated software, or they may advise that newer hardware is required [1][2].

    Q2: Smaller, Single-Target Alternatives

    Since you don't need multi-target gang programming, here are the most relevant options:

    Option 1: XDS110 Debug Probe + UniFlash (TI's Recommended Path)

    • Small, low-cost JTAG/cJTAG debug probe
    • Use with TI UniFlash (free), which provides a command-line interface that can be integrated into production scripts and automated workflows [3][4]
    • Supports both initial programming and firmware updates
    • Available standalone, or embedded on the LAUNCHXL-F280025C LaunchPad (which can program external targets) [5]
    • One option: XDS110ISO-EVM Evaluation board | TI.com

    Option 2: Serial Flash Programmer (SCI Bootloader-Based)

    • Uses the device's built-in SCI serial bootloader — no JTAG probe needed, just a serial/UART connection [6]
    • Third-party tools that support this approach:
    • C2000Ware includes a serial flash programmer utility with SCI flash kernel support for the F28002x family [6][9]
    • Note: When using tools like C2Prog, a full power cycle after programming is required for the application to execute correctly [8]

    Option 3: Updated C2000-GANG Programmer

    • If you later need multi-target capability, the current C2000-GANG tool is explicitly recommended by TI for production firmware updates on C2000 devices [2]. It also supports command-line automation via script files for production integration [10].

    Quick Comparison

    Solution
    Size
    Interface
    Multi-Target
    Production Automation
    XDS110 + UniFlash
    Small
    JTAG/cJTAG
    No
    CLI supported [4]
    SCI Serial (C2Prog/FlashPro2000)
    Small
    UART/SCI
    No
    Yes
    C2000-GANG (current)
    Larger
    JTAG
    Yes (up to 8)
    Script/DLL [10]

    To help refine this recommendation, it would be helpful to know:

    • Whether your production setup has JTAG/SWD connections to the target, or if you'd prefer serial (UART)-only programming
    • Your production volume and throughput requirements
    • Whether you need standalone operation (no PC) or can integrate with a PC-based workflow
    • Whether Elprotronic confirms your old C2000-Gang hardware rev 1.02 can be updated for F28002x support

    Resources:

    1. C2000-GANG: Can't load firmware to F280049M 64-pin device (TI E2E)
    2. DRV8316REVM: Guidance on Exporting Code to a Full Program (TI E2E)
    3. API for XDS100 and XDS110 (TI E2E)
    4. C2000 Flash Programming - C28x Academy
    5. LAUNCHXL-F280025C: XDS-110 Failed (TI E2E)
    6. C2000Ware Release Notes
    7. FAQ: SDFlash for C2000 Devices (TI E2E)
    8. TMS320F280025C: C2Prog Problem (TI E2E)
    9. TMS320F280025C: Flash Kernel in serial_flash_programmer.exe (TI E2E)
    10. C2000-GANG: Command Line Automation (TI E2E)

    Best Regards,

    Zackary Fleenor