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BeeHive8S Multiprogramming system

Extremely fast universal 8x 48-pindrive Stand-Alone concurrent multiprogramming system.

Short description:

36218 supported devices by 2.45 version of SW (14. Dec. 2007)
eight independent universal programming modules (BeeProg+ based) in one unit
extremely fast programming, one of the fastest programmers in this category. Programs 64Mbit NOR Flash memory less than 46 seconds and 1Gbit NAND Flash less than 120 sec.
powerful independent pin driver circuit for each and every pin of the programmer
in-circuit programming capability through ISP connector
graphics control unit with touch screen
very low voltage support for the latest Flash memory chips
ESD protection on each pin of the sockets
no adapter required for any DIL devices
Windows XP Embedded driven control PC inside of the programmer
warranty - 3 years

Optional accessories:

socket converters
Diagnostic POD for ISP connector

Features

GENERAL

BeeHive8S is extremely fast universal 8x 48-pindrive Stand-Alone concurrent multiprogramming system designed for high volume production programming with minimal operator effort. The chips are programmed at near theoretical maximum programming speed.
BeeHive8S consists of 8 independent isolated universal programming modules, based on the BeeProg+ programmer hardware. Therefore the sockets can run asynchronously (concurrent programming mode). Each programming module starts programming at the moment the chip is detected to be inserted in the socket properly - independently on the status of other programming modules. It result, seven programming modules works while you replace the programmed chip at the eighth.
Graphics control unit with touch screen provide basic control and easy monitoring of the programming flow.
Modular construction of hardware - the programming modules works independently - allows for continuing operation when a part of the circuit becomes inoperable. It also makes service quick and easy.
Hands-free operation: asynchronous and concurrent operation allows a chip to begin programming immediately upon insertion of a chip. The operator merely removes the finished chip and inserts a new chip. Operator training is therefore minimized.
Supports all kinds of types and silicon technologies of today and tomorrow programmable devices without family-specific module. You can be sure the next devices support require the software update and (if necessary) simple package convertor (programming adapter), therefore the ownership costs are minimized.
Using built-in in-circuit serial programming (ISP) connector, the programmer is able to program ISP capable chips in circuit.
Provides very competitive price coupled with excellent hardware design for reliable programming. Probably best "value for money"programmer in this class.
Very fast programming due to high-speed FPGA driven hardware and execution of time-critical routines inside of the programmer. At least fast than competitors in this category, for many chips much faster than most competitors. As a result, when used in production this programmer waits for an operator, and not the other way round.
Banana jack for ESD wrist straps connection to easy-to-implement the ESD protection control.

HARDWARE (valid for each programming module)

FPGA based totally reconfigurable 48 powerful TTL pindrivers provide H/L/pull_up/pull_down and read capability for each pin of socket. Advanced pindrivers incorporate high-quality high-speed circuitry to deliver signals without overshoot or ground bounce for all supported devices. Pin drivers operate down to 1.8V so you'll be ready to program the full range of today's advanced low-voltage devices.
Each programming module performs device insertion test (wrong or backward position) and contact check (poor contact pin-to-socket) before it programs each device. These capabilities, supported by overcurrent protection and signature-byte check help prevent chip damage due to operator error.
The selftest capability allows to run diagnostic part of software to thoroughly check the health of the each programming module.
Built-in protection circuits eliminate damage of the programming module and/or programmed device due to environment or operator failure. All ZIF socket pins inputs and all pins of ISP connector of BeeHive8S programmer are protected against ESD up to 15kV.
BeeHive8S programmer performs programming verification at the marginal level of supply voltage, which, obviously, improves programming yield, and guarantees long data retention.
Various socket converters are available to handle device in PLCC, SOIC, PSOP, SSOP, TSOP, TSSOP, TQFP, QFN (MLF), SDIP, BGA and other packages.

SOFTWARE (production mode control part)

This part of the software is focused to the easy monitoring of high-volume production operations.
There are two ways how to control and to monitor programming flow of BeeHive8S Stand-Alone multiprogramming system: using control unit or using standard display/keyboad/mouse.
The Graphics control unit with touch screen provide basic information about programming flow and allow basic level of controlling of the BeeHive8S programmer.

Usage of display/keyboard/mouse allow to gain all necessary information about programming flow and provide more comfort for operator.
Operator-friendly control software combines many powerful functions with ease of use. Graphic user interface provides overview of all important activities result without burden of operator with non-important details.

There is used a project file to control the BeeHive8S Stand-Alone multiprogramming system. Project file contains user data, chip programming setup information, chip configuration data, auto programming command sequence, etc. Therefore the operator error is minimized, because the project file is normally created and proofed by engineering and then given to the operator. The optional protected mode can be set for project file to avoid a unwanted changes of the project file.

Each chip may be programmed with different data such as serial number, configuration and calibration information.

SOFTWARE (programming modules driver, engineering mode control)

This part of the software is focused to the quick and easy preparation of the project file for usage in the production mode control software.
Each programming module is driven by an easy-to-use control program with pull-down menu, hot keys and on-line help. Selecting of device is performed by its class, by manufacturer or simply by typing a fragment of vendor name and/or part number. It is the same years-proven software, as is used for all other Elnec single-site programmers.
Standard device-related commands (read, blank check, program, verify, erase) are boosted by some test functions (insertion test, connection check, signature-byte check), and some special functions (autoincrement, production mode - start immediately after insertion of chip into socket).
All known data formats are supported. Automatic file format detection and conversion during loading of file. There is possible to use Jam files (JEDEC standard JESD-71) and VME files
The rich-featured auto-increment function enables one to assign individual serial numbers to each programmed device - or simply increments a serial number, or the function enables one to read serial numbers or any programmed device identification signatures from a file.
The software also provide a many information about programmed device. As a special, the drawing of all available packages are provided. The software provide also explanation of chip labelling (the meaning of prefixes and suffixes at the chips) for each supported chip.

CARE FOR CUSTOMERS

It is important to remember, that a support of most of the new devices requires only a software update, because the BeeHive8S is based on the truly universal (BeeProg+) programmer. With our prompt service you can have new device added to the list of supported devices within hours! See AlgOR (Algorithm On Request) service for details.
Free software updates are available by download from our WEB site.
Keep-Current and AlgOR services, our next step towards customer satisfaction.
- Keep-Current service means, that ELNEC ships the latest version of programmer software and updated user documentation (Keep-Current package) to customer . The Keep-Current service is your hassle-free guarantee that you achieving the highest quality programming on ELNEC programmers, at minimal cost.
- AlgOR (Algorithm On Request) service gives the user a tool to influence amount and types of programmed devices as needed.
Advanced design of the BeeHive8S multiprogrammer, including protective circuits, original brand components, and careful manufacturing and hours-long burning-in allows us to provide a three-year warranty on parts and labor for the programmer (limited 25 000-cycle warranty on ZIF sockets). Although we care as possible to integrate high quality of build-in computer, we can't provide higher warranty as we get from suppliers of computer parts. Therefore it is limited warranty one year to all computer parts such as motherboar, CPU, HD, ... .
Online technical support (WebForm/e-mail based) is available within promised 24 hours time limit.

Specification (BeeHive8S multiprogramming system)

8x universal programming module (8x 48-pin DIL ZIF sockets and 8x ISP connector)
operation result LEDs, LED power
banana jack for ESD wrist straps connection
banana jack for connection to ground

Specification (PC system inside of programmer)

Microsoft Windows XP Embedded operation system
PC Intel Core 2 Duo 1.8 GHz
1024 MB RAM
160 GB HDD

Specification (valid for each programming module)

HARDWARE

Base unit, DACs

USB 2.0 high-speed compatible port, up to 480 Mbit/s transfer rate
on-board intelligence: powerful microprocessor and FPGA based state machine
three D/A converters for VCCP, VPP1, and VPP2, controllable rise and fall time
VCCP range 0..8V/1A
VPP1, VPP2 range 0..26V/1A
autocalibration/selftest
selftest capability

ZIF sockets, pindriver

48-pin DIL ZIF (Zero Insertion Force) socket accepts both 300/600 mil devices up to 48-pin
pindrivers: 48 universal
VCCP/VPP1/VPP2 can be connected to each pin
perfect ground for each pin
FPGA based TTL driver provides H, L, CLK, pull-up, pull-down on all pindriver pins
analog pindriver output level selectable from 1.8 V up to 26V
current limitation, overcurrent shutdown, power failure shutdown
ESD protection on each pin of socket (IEC1000-4-2: 15kV air, 8kV contact)
continuity test: each pin is tested before every programming operation

ISP connector

20-pin male type with missinsertion lock
6 TTL pindrivers, provides H, L, CLK, pull-up, pull-down; level H selectable from 1.8V up to 5V to handle all (low-voltage including) devices.
1x VCCP voltage (range 2V..7V/100mA), can be applied to two pins
programmed chip voltage (VCCP) with both source/sink capability and voltage sense
1x VPP voltage (range 2V..25V/50mA), can be applied to six pins
target system supply voltage (range 2V..6V/250mA)
ESD protection on each pin of ISP connector (IEC1000-4-2: 15kV air, 8kV contact)
two output signals, which indicate state of work result = LED OK and LED Error (active level: min 1.8V)
input signal, switch YES! equivalent (active level: max 0.8V)

DEVICE SUPPORT

Programmer, in ZIF socket

EPROM: NMOS/CMOS, 27xxx and 27Cxxx series, with 8/16 bit data width, full support for LV series
EEPROM: NMOS/CMOS, 28xxx, 28Cxxx, 27EExxx series, with 8/16 bit data width
Flash EPROM: 28Fxxx, 29Cxxx, 29Fxxx, 29BVxxx, 29LVxxx, 29Wxxx, 49Fxxx series, from 256Kbit to 1Gbit, with 8/16 bit data width, full support for LV series
Serial E(E)PROM: 24Cxxx, 24Fxxx, 25Cxxx, 45Dxxx, 59Cxxx, 25Fxxx, 25Pxxx, 85xxx, 93Cxxx, NVM3060, MDAxxx series, full support for LV series
Configuration (EE)PROM: XCFxxx, XC17xxxx, XC18Vxxx, EPCxxx, AT17xxx, 37LVxx
1-Wire E(E)PROM: DS1xxx, DS2xxx
PROM: AMD, Harris, National, Philips/Signetics, Tesla, TI
NV RAM: Dallas DSxxx, SGS/Inmos MKxxx, SIMTEK STKxxx, XICOR 2xxx, ZMD U63x series
PLD: Altera: MAX 3000A, MAX 7000A, MAX 7000B, MAX 7000S, MAX7000AE, MAX II
PLD: Lattice: ispGAL22V10x, ispLSI1xxx, ispLSI1xxxEA, ispLSI2xxx, ispLSI2xxxA, ispLSI2xxxE, ispLSI2xxxV, ispLSI2xxxVE, ispLSI2xxxVL, LC4xxxB/C/V/ZC, M4-xx/xx, M4A3-xx/xx, M4A5-xx/xx, M4LV-xx/xx
PLD: Xilinx: XC9500, XC9500XL, XC9500XV, CoolRunner XPLA3, CoolRunner-II
other PLD: SPLD/CPLD series: AMI, Atmel, AMD-Vantis, Gould, Cypress, ICT, Lattice, NS, Philips, STM, VLSI, TI
Microcontrollers 48 series: 87x41, 87x42, 87x48, 87x49, 87x50 series
Microcontrollers 51 series: 87xx, 87Cxxx, 87LVxx, 89Cxxx, 89Sxxx, 89LVxxx, all manufacturers, Philips LPC series
Microcontrollers Intel 196 series: 87C196 KB/KC/KD/KT/KR/...
Microcontrollers Atmel AVR: AT90Sxxxx, ATtiny, ATmega series
Microcontrollers Cypress: CY7Cxxxxx, CY8Cxxxxx
Microcontrollers ELAN: EM78Pxxx
Microcontrollers MDT 1xxx and 2xxx series
Microcontrollers Microchip PICmicro: PIC10xxx, PIC12xxx, PIC16xxx, PIC17Cxxx, PIC18xxx, PIC24xxx, dsPIC series
Microcontrollers Motorola (Freescale): 68HC05, 68HC08, 68HC11, HCS08, HCS12 series
Microcontrollers Myson MTV2xx, 3xx, 4xx and 5xx series
Microcontrollers National: COP8xxx series
Microcontrollers NEC: uPD78Fxxx series
Microcontrollers Novatek: NT68xxx series
Microcontrollers Scenix (Ubicom): SXxxx series
Microcontrollers SGS-Thomson: ST6xx, ST7xx, ST10xx, STR7xx series
Microcontrollers TI: MSP430 and MSC121x series
Microcontrollers ZILOG: Z86/Z89xxx and Z8xxx series
Microcontrollers other: EM Microelectronic, Fujitsu, Goal Semiconductor, Hitachi, Holtek, Princeton, Macronix, Winbond, Infineon(Siemens), Samsung, Toshiba, ...

Programmer, through ISP connector

Serial E(E)PROM: IIC series, MW series, SPI series, KEELOQ series, serial data Flash, PLD configuration memories
Microcontrollers Atmel: AT89Sxxx, AT90Sxxxx, ATtiny, ATmega series
Microcontrollers Cypress: CY8C2xxxx
Microcontrollers Elan: EM78Pxxx, EM6xxx series
Microcontrollers EM Microelectronic: 4 and 8 bit series
Microcontrollers Microchip PICmicro: PIC10xxx, PIC12xxx, PIC16xxx, PIC17xxx, PIC18xxx, PIC24xxx, dsPIC series
Microcontrollers Motorola/Freescale: HC11 series, HC908 series (both 5-wire, All-wire), HCS08, HCS12
Microcontrollers NEC: uPD7xxx series
Microcontrollers Philips: LPC2xxx series, LPC series, 89xxx series
Microcontrollers Scenix (Ubicom): SXxxx series
Microcontrollers TI: MSP430 (both JTAG and BSL series), MSC12xxx series
PLD: Lattice: ispGAL22xV10x, ispLSI1xxxEA, ispLSI2xxxE, ispLSI2xxxV, ispLSI2xxxVE, ispLSI2xxxVL, M4-xx/xx, M4LV-xx/xx, M4A3-xx/xx, M4A5-xx/xx, LC4xxxB/C/V/ZC
Various PLD (also by JAM player/JTAG support):
Altera: MAX 3000A, MAX 7000A, MAX 7000B, MAX 7000S, MAX 9000, MAX II
Xilinx: XC9500, XC9500XL, XC9500XV, CoolRunner XPLA3, CoolRunner-II

Notes:

for all supported devices see actual DEVICE LIST

Package support

support all devices in DIP with default socket
package support includes DIP, SDIP, PLCC, JLCC, SOIC, SOP, PSOP, SSOP, TSOP, TSOPII, TSSOP, QFP, PQFP, TQFP, VQFP, QFN (MLF), SON, BGA, EBGA, FBGA, VFBGA, UBGA, FTBGA, LAP, CSP, SCSP etc.
support devices in non-DIP packages up to 48 pins with universal adapters
programmer is compatible with third-party adapters for non-DIP support

Programming speed

Notes:

It is important to know, we always use random numbers data pattern for programming speed testing. Some our competitors use "sparse" data pattern, where only few non-blank data are programmed or are there are used data with only few 0 bits (FE, EF, etc.). This cheating approach can "decrease" programming time considerable. If you plan to compare, ask always which pattern they use.

Device	Size [bits]	Operation	Time
M50FW080 (parallel Flash)	100000Hx8 (8 Mega)	programming and verify	22 sec.
MX28F640C3BT (parallel Flash)	400000Hx16 (64 Mega)	programming and verify	57 sec.
K9F1G08U0M (parallel NAND Flash)	8400000Hx8 (1 Giga)	programming and verify	229 sec.
AT45D081 (serial Flash)	108000Hx8 (16 Mega)	programming and verify	36 sec.
AT89C51RD2 (microcontroller)	10000Hx8	programming and verify	15 sec.
PIC18LF452 (microcontroller)	4000Hx16	programming and verify	4 sec.

SOFTWARE

Algorithms: only manufacturer approved or certified algorithms are used.
Algorithm updates: software updates are available regularly, approx. every 4 weeks, free of charge (Internet download). OnDemand version of software is available for highly needed chips support and/or bugs fixes. Available nearly daily.
Main features: revision history, session logging, on-line help, device and algorithm information.

Device operations

standard:
- intelligent device selection by device type, manufacturer or typed fragment of part name
- automatic ID-based selection of EPROM/Flash EPROM
- blank check, read, verify
- program
- erase
- configuration and security bit program
- illegal bit test
- checksum
- interprets the Jam Standard Test and Programming Language (STAPL), JEDEC standard JESD-71
- interprets the VME files compressed binary variation of SVF files
security
- insertion test, reverse insertion check
- contact check
- ID byte check
special
- production mode (automatic start immediately after device insertion)
- lot of serialization modes (more type of incremental modes, from-file mode, custom generator mode)
- statistic
- count-down mode

Buffer operations

view/edit, find/replace
fill/copy, move, byte swap, word/dword split
checksum (byte, word)
print

File load/save

no download time because programmer is PC controlled
automatic file type identification/recognition
Supported file formats
- unformatted (raw) binary
- HEX: Intel, Intel EXT, Motorola S-record, MOS, Exormax, Tektronix, ASCII-SPACE-HEX, ASCII HEX
- Altera POF, JEDEC (ver. 3.0.A), eg. from ABEL, CUPL, PALASM, TANGO PLD, OrCAD PLD, PLD Designer ISDATA, etc.
- JAM (JEDEC STAPL Format), JBC (Jam STAPL Byte Code), STAPL (STAPL File) JEDEC standard JESD-71
- VME (ispVME file VME2.0/VME3.0)

GENERAL

Operation

supply voltage AC 100-240V, 50-60Hz
power consumption max. 300W active
maximal outside dimensions 625x465x115 mm (24.6x18.3x4.5 inch)
weight (programmer) 14.9kg (32.85 lb)
temperature 5°C ÷ 35°C (41°F ÷ 95°F)
humidity 20%..80%, non condensing

Package includes

Standard accessories:

BeeHive8S programmer
diagnostic POD for ZIF socket selftest of the programmer (1x)
diagnostic POD for ISP connector selftest of the programmer (1x)
ISP cable (8x)
anti-dust cover for ZIF socket (8x)
user manual
software
registration card
calibration test report
transport case

Bonus pack:

ESD wrist strap with cord and banana plug
Vacuum pen
Gift (surprise)

Additional services

Keep Current - ELNEC sends to user the latest version of programmer software and updated user documentation (Keep-Current package)
AlgOR (Algorithms On Request) - add new supported devices on customer request

Programmer price also includes

free technical support (hot line)
free life-time software update via Internet

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