The LoonBoard Cable
[Background]
The LoonBoard uses a connection with the computer to download new programming files, so some sort of serial connection is required. The lb-cable solves this using USB, so you don't have to tie up a serial port which newer computers often don't have. As well it provides a regulated and fused source of power to the LoonBoard - perfect for protecting your investment. Interested in how much power the LoonBoard is drawing? Remove the fuse and clip your meter in it's place - measuring current draw couldn't be easier.
[Feature Set]
The LoonBoard cable balances features with price:
- FTDI USB chips allow maximum compatibility with Linux, MacOS, and Windows
- Bridge rectifier on input removes possibility of reverse polarity
- Fast-blow fuse protects your investment in the LoonBoard (and we throw in some extra's, no one's perfect)
- LEDs indicate Power, LoonBoard Connected, and Fuse Blown
[Downloads]
| Name | Description | Last Update | Price | File |
| LB-Cable V1.0 Manual | The manual for the LB-Cable V1.0 | Nov 25, 2005 | Free - Copyright NewAE | lbcable-manual.pdf PDF [800K] |
| LB-Cable V1.0 Driver CDROM | The drivers and manual in one spot | Nov 25, 2005 | Free - Various Copyrights | lbcable-cdrom.zip ZIP [3.5M] |
| Drivers | FTDI Drivers for the LB-Cable V1.0 | See Website | Free - FTDI's | Drivers |
[Errata]
Despite our best efforts errors come up. However they will be disclosed as fast and throughly as possible to help you make a better decision. This page lists know problems and fixes.
| Name | Description | Rev Affected | Last Update | File |
| NAE-ER-002 | USB reliability problems | Rev 1.0 | Jan 9, 2006 | nae-er-002.pdf PDF [114K] |
[Ordering Information]
Note that the cable requires a power source between 7.5 and 20 volts DC. You should aim for the range between 7.5V to 12V, as beyond 12V the power dissipation from the linear regulator is excessive. The plug is the same size as used on the STK500, JTAG ICE, and ICE200 from Atmel as well as many other products, a 2.1mm jack. This is not included as the shipping costs would be increased beyond any reasonable level.
Quantity on hand (approx): 15
Quantity backordered: 0
Expected date for backorder: N/A
| lb-cable 1.0 | Fully Assembled LoonBoard | ||||||
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