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MSP432P401R: MSP432 Launchpad

Sudhir Gupta
Intellectual 285 points

Part Number: MSP432P401R

Hi,

Is ir possible to cut off MSP432 Launchpad at Jumper Block Isolation Line without any issues. What will be the recommended setup for programming it.

Thanks,

Sudhir Gupta

  • 0
    TI__Mastermind 22580 points
    Sudhir,

    Are you asking if the Launchpad can be broken at the XDS110? If so is there a reason you want to break it?

    Thanks,
    Sai
  • 0 in reply to Sai Reddy
    Intellectual 285 points

    I am interested in using the Launchpad for a target application, including a robot controller. It is easier to design a smaller pcb that will mate with launchpad minus XDS emulator. Does Ti have any policy as not to allow the launchpads be used in a final application?

    Thanks,

    Sudhir Gupta

  • 0 in reply to Sudhir Gupta
    TI__Genius 10610 points

    Sudhir,

    You can view the terms for TI's EVMs here: http://www.ti.com/lit/ml/sszz027n/sszz027n.pdf

    These terms do not allow our EVMs to be used in final applications. This is because the EVMs are not tested or certified for end applications and do not undergo the same quality processes that our semiconductor products go through. 

    You can detach the XDS portion of the MSP432 LaunchPad using the debug jumper block (J101) for testing purposes. I can’t guarantee that if you physically cut off the XDS110 portion of the EVM it will work, but there aren’t any signals that pass over this barrier so it may still work. I would recommend looking at the schematics and layout for the LaunchPad here: http://software-dl.ti.com/msp430/msp430_public_sw/mcu/msp430/MSP-EXP432P401R/latest/index_FDS.html  If you want to reprogram the MSP432 device, you can use the 10-pin ARM header (J8) with an external debugger or another XDS110 emulator.

  • 0 in reply to daniel_o
    Intellectual 285 points

    Hi Daniel,

    Thank you for the long awaited reply. I shall try separating the MSP432 board. I have a few questions and comments about product usage and these may best be answered by your legal dept.

    1. I can understand that TI does not want to be held responsible for use it target device. But the wording is somewhat poor. Will it not be better for TI to state that ".. boards are not intended to be used in a consumer,  commercial, or industrial application. Ti will not held responsible for any possible damage that may arise from any such use.." 
    2. Once a person has paid for a board, the person may use it the way he/she see fit in his/her education and research process
    3. Venturing into developing a product for consumer and/or commercial purpose is also part of learning and development for a person and the person may use any product available at disposal.
    4. Ti itself has been promoting a commercial product (MSP432 based robot) and it will seem that Ti is not abiding by its own rules.
    5. Ti is promoting the development of Booster packs by individuals and companies. These booster packs are designed to be used with TI EV boards. Ti also provides links on how to get the booster pack boards made in bulk by a third party. This is indirectly promoting the use of TI EV boards.
    6. Above all, the individual or company marketing a product based upon EV boards, is first to be held liable for improper design and is expected to do burn testing of its product.

    Looking forward to Ti reply.

    Kind Regards,

    Sudhir Gupta

  • 0 in reply to Sudhir Gupta
    TI__Genius 10610 points
    Sudhir,

    I would again point you to the TI terms of use for EVMs and re-emphasize that TI EVMs are not intended for use in end applications. www.ti.com/.../sszz027n.pdf

    Unfortunately I can't comment on legal matters. I am happy to help with any other technical questions you may have regarding the LaunchPad kit.

    Regards,
    Daniel

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