The Lauterbach TRACE32 series—comprising models LA-7699, LA-7765, LA-7742X, LA-7843X, LA-7704, LA-7742, and LA-7830A—delivers integrated debugging, tracing, and analysis capabilities for embedded systems across multiple processor architectures. These modular tools provide real-time trace capture with minimal system impact, enabling engineers to diagnose performance bottlenecks, verify code execution, and validate functional behavior from pre-silicon development through in-field deployment.
– Technical Specifications
Debug & Trace Capabilities
• Comprehensive processor control: breakpoints, single-stepping, memory and register inspection
• Real-time trace capture supporting Arm® ETM, MIPI TWP, and Nexus 5001 protocols
• Performance measurements, timing analysis, and code coverage reporting
• Instruction Set Simulator (ISS) for application development without target hardware
Hardware Modules
• PowerDebug II Ethernet (LA-7699): Ethernet 10/100/1000 Mbit, USB 2.0; expandable to PowerTrace II
• PowerDebug Module USB 1.x (LA-7704): Universal BDM debug and JTAG controller with USB and PODBUS interfaces (discontinued)
• JTAG Debugger for Arm9 (LA-7742, LA-7742X): Multicore debugging support
• JTAG Debugger for Arm11 (LA-7765): Arm11 core support
• Armv7-A/R Debug License (LA-7843X): Cortex-A and Cortex-R with GTM, IPU, and multicore capability
• C5500 Debug License (LA-7830A): TMS320C55xx processor support (tool-locked)
Interfaces
• USB 2.0, Ethernet 10/100/1000 Mbit, JTAG, BDM, PODBUS, serial interfaces
– Key Features
• Multi-architecture support spanning numerous chip designs and microarchitectures
• Minimal performance overhead during live trace operations
• Modular design accommodates evolving processor technologies
• Combined debug and trace functionality in single platform
– Typical Applications
Embedded software development, real-time system analysis, safety-critical certification, performance optimization, and multicore processor validation.
– Compatibility & Integration
Platforms support Arm9, Arm11, Armv7-A/R (Cortex-A/R), and TMS320C55xx families. Integration via standard JTAG and BDM protocols.
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