Flasher PRO XL
The universal flash programmer for huge images
Flasher PRO XL is the extra-large-memory version of SEGGER’s universal flash programmer Flasher PRO. It includes all of Flasher PRO's features as well as expandable memory.
Overview
Flasher PRO XL is the extra-large-memory version of SEGGER’s universal flash programmer Flasher PRO. With all of the same features as the Flasher PRO, the Flasher PRO XL expands on the original’s 128 MB memory by 2 gigabytes, meaning it has 16 times as much internal flash memory as PRO. It can host a variety of large firmware images or variants, and it supports multiple configurations simultaneously.
These capabilities make it the ideal choice for handling large workloads and managing diverse product lines. Reconfiguration between batches is eliminated, which reduces downtime during product changeovers. With its huge memory capacity, Flasher PRO XL can also program target systems running large-footprint operating systems, such as Android, Linux, and Windows IoT.
Key features
Extra-large memory
Flasher PRO XL can program devices with up to 2 GB of memory (even in standalone mode). This expanded memory allows it to store and manage multiple large firmware images, enabling use in mass customization and complex systems with high-resolution GUIs.
High-speed programming
Flasher PRO XL achieves programming speeds that approach the theoretical maximum, often exceeding 95% percent efficiency and surpassing 1 MB/s. For MCUs that allow memory access while running, Flasher PRO XL’s "turbo mode" minimizes overhead by downloading and programming simultaneously, enabling unmatched speeds.
Flexible control
With SEGGER software tools, Flasher PRO XL is easy to set up and use. With its ability to operate as a standalone programmer or be controlled via PC, Flasher PRO XL offers flexibility for production. In standalone mode, it supports remote control via USB, UART, Ethernet, a TTL trigger, or the push of a button.
Use cases
Programming rich user interfaces in complex systems
The Flasher PRO XL can program large data sets. These can take the form of built-in color displays with high resolutions, touch screens integrated into complex in-vehicle infotainment systems, ultrasonic devices, or respirators. Graphics are not generated in the devices themselves; rather, they are stored as huge image files. If they need to be changed (during a firmware or design update, for example), rapid programming is important to avoid failure.
Multi-image storage for mass customization
Mass customization is a marketing and manufacturing technique that includes the flexibility and personalization required for custom-made products and the unit costs associated with mass production. Different product variants usually require different firmware versions. Flasher PRO XL production programmers have enough memory for parallel hosting of multiple firmware images and microcontroller configurations. They can easily be switched via the programming interface.
How Flasher PRO XL works
Just like Flasher PRO, Flasher PRO XL writes firmware to a device's non-volatile memory, verifies the contents, and provides immediate feedback through LEDs, software, or hardware interfaces. It connects to target devices via standard interfaces, and it operates in either PC-controlled or standalone mode. In PC-controlled mode, programming is managed directly from a host computer using SEGGER tools such as J‑Flash. In standalone mode, Flasher PRO uses preloaded firmware images stored in its internal memory. Programming can be triggered through the press of a button; a TTL signal; or remotely via USB, UART, RS232, or Ethernet. Since feedback can be read directly over host interfaces, software is not specifically required for evaluation.
Supported devices
The list of supported manufacturers, families, devices, and systems on a chip includes tens of thousands of devices in hundreds of device families.
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Flasher DSK
If a new device needs to be programmed and it does not already have Flasher support, users can obtain support themselves via the Flasher Device Support Kit (DSK), which is available directly from the Web Shop. The kit includes all documentation, example scripts, and tools needed to implement the programming process for targets not supported by default. This makes the Flasher DSK especially suitable for developers looking to integrate proprietary hardware or new components into their production workflows, as it ensures that a given production setup will work with any target memory.
Software
A multi-platform solution, Flasher PRO XL comes with SEGGER's Flasher Software and Documentation Pack for Windows, Linux, and macOS. This package provides the tools and resources necessary for configuring, managing, and using Flasher PRO XL effectively. In addition, it also includes flash loaders for all supported devices, including a wide range of target microcontrollers. The list of supported manufacturers, families and devices, and systems on a chip provides a detailed overview.
The Software and Documentation Pack can be downloaded free of charge, and it includes future software and firmware updates, as well as all new flash loaders for target devices added in the future.
Support
Flasher PRO XL comes with one year (12 months) of Basic Support. Beyond that, SEGGER's Extended Coverage gives users the option to extend the hardware warranty and Basic Support for one additional year (12 months) or two additional years (24 months). These options are only available at the time of purchase, either through the Web Shop or upon request; adding coverage at a later date is not possible.
Technical specifications
| Specifications | |||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Power supply | USB powered, 500 mA if target is powered by Flasher PRO XL | ||||
| USB host interface | USB 2.0 (High-Speed), USB Type B | ||||
| RS232 host interface | RS232 9-pin | ||||
| Target interface | Male 20-pin IDC keyed box header with 0.1" pitch (2.54mm), optional adapters available | ||||
| Max. target cable length | Recommended (delivered): 20 cm (8") Max. 2 m (6.5") allowed but might reduce max. target interface speed. | ||||
| Serial transfer rate between Flasher PRO XL and target | Max. target interface (JTAG, ...) speed: 50 MHz | ||||
| Supported target voltage | 1.2 - 5 V | ||||
| Current drawn from target voltage sense pin (VTRef) | < 25 µA | ||||
| Target supply voltage | 5 V | ||||
| Target supply current | Max. 400 mA | ||||
| Reset type | Open drain with 100 Ohms series resistor. Can be pulled low or tristated | ||||
| Operating temperature | + 5 °C ... + 60 °C | ||||
| Storage temperature | - 20 °C ... + 65 °C | ||||
| Relative humidity (non-condensing) | < 90 % rH | ||||
| Size (without cables) | 121 mm x 66 mm x 30 mm | ||||
| Weight (without cables) | 120 g | ||||
| Supported OS | Microsoft Windows (x64/Arm), Linux (x64/Arm), macOS (x64/Apple Silicon) | ||||
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Mounting brackets
SEGGER's mounting brackets are a reliable solution for securely fastening Flasher in-circuit programmers. Designed for stability and ease of use, these brackets ensure an organized and professional setup. Mounting brackets are available directly from the SEGGER Web Shop.
Alternatively, SEGGER offers users the option to 3D print mounting brackets themselves. A downloadable ZIP file is provided that contains a STEP file for modifications, an STL file ready for 3D printing, and a PDF file with detailed dimensions.
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