Overview

The IECUBE for RL78 Family is a high-performance full-spec emulator for the RL78 MCU family. It provides high-performance debugging functions such as time measurement, coverage, and trace. In addition, a self-testing function detects faults in the IECUBE and performs maintenance.

The IECUBE for 78K

RL78-IECUBE
RL78-IECUBE
  • Simple setup
    Full-spec emulator and emulation board in a single unit
  • Rich debugging functions
    Enhanced time measurement and real-time RAM monitoring functions
  • Enhanced maintenance features
    Self-testing function to detect faults in the IECUBE and performs maintenance
  • Compact and lightweight
    Easy to carry. Fits in the palm of your hand.
Software to be usedTarget devicesLatest VersionReleasedOperating Environment
CS+
*Evaluation Software Download		RL78
[Details] Functions Supported by CS+ (PDF | English, 日本語)		V8.12.00Note2Jul. 22, 2024Operating Environment
e² studio
*Download		RL78
[Details] Target Devices		(64-bit version)
2024-10		Oct. 22, 2024
(32-bit version)
V7.8.0		Apr. 20, 2020
IAR Embedded WorkbenchNote1RL78For the details, contact IAR Systems.

Note:

  1. As for tools produced by partners, contact IAR Systems.
  2. If you hope to continue to use the product on the Windows 32-bit version, use the CS+ IDE V8.06 and earlier that supports the 32-bit versions.
    [Notification] End of Support: CS+ Integrated Development Environment for Windows 32-Bit Versions (PDF | English, 日本語)

Details of upgrade (See Tool News)

Downloads

Documentation

Additional Details

Functions

Real-Time RAM Monitor Function

Updates RAM values in real time.

 

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Trace Function with Time Tag Function

The time per instruction unit can be recorded in the trace window. 

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Performance Measurement Function

Measures the time required for program functions to execute. 

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Coverage Measurement Function

The executed ratio can be measured for specific functions and actions. 

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Components

  • Emulator main unit (IECUBE)
  • Software CD-ROM (USB driver is included)
  • USB interface cable
  • User's Manuals

For development work, a power supply adapter and optional products such as probe or socket compatible with the target device, all sold separately, are required. Refer to the system configuration example below for details.

System Configuration Example

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Optional Products (Sold Separately)

  • Emulation Probe (Required)
  • Exchange Adapter (Required)
  • Space Adapter
  • YQ Connector (Required)
  • Target Connector (Required)
  • Mount Adapter
    For the details of above products, see Optional product list of IECUBE for RL78 family (PDF | English, 日本語)

  • Check pin adapter Drawings of QB-144-CA-01 (PDF)
    * Usable in common with RL78, 78K0R, 78K0, 78K0S, V850.
    The pin header cover corresponded to the pin arrangement of the MCU is required. You can get the pin header cover package from the following package list. Please print the package and cut out the pin header cover for using.

    Package list of pin header cover (PDF | English, 日本語)
    Usage of Pin Header Cover

  • Power Supply Adapter
    Specifications of the power supply adapter, QB-COMMON-PW-xx, vary depending on the region. Be sure to use an adapter designed for your region.

Specifications

ItemDescription
Maximum operating frequencyDepending on the target MCU
Emulation memory capacityInternal ROMInternal ROM capacity of target MCUs
Internal RAMInternal RAM capacity of target MCUs
EventFor execution8 points
For access8 points
BreakHardware break20 points Note1
Software break2,000 points
Forced breakSupported
Step executionSupported
Fail-safe breakSupported
TraceTrace capacity128K frame
Trace item
  • All orders (Address/ Data)
  • Access (Address/ Data)
  • Time stamp
Performance measurementExecution time measurement between the start and the stop of the programSupported
Measurement between eventsSupported (2 segments)
Result-display item of measurement between eventsTotal value, Number of passage,
Maximum value, Minimum value, Average value
Time-out breakSupported
Real-time RAM monitorPC/ Internal RAM area Note2
CoverageMemory capacityInternal ROM gamut  +  External memory area
Mask functionTARGET RESET, INTERNAL RESET, WAIT, NMI
PC interfaceUSB (USB 2.0, Full-speed/ High-speed, USB 1.1)
Operating EnvironmentRefer to Operating Environments of Products.
External dimension (mm)113mm × 109mm × 58-67mm Note3
Conformance with overseas standardsEuropean Standards: EN 55022 Class A, EN 55024
US FCC Standard: FCC part 15 Class A

Notes:

  1. Items are 8 points of post-execution break, 8 points of Access break, and 4 points of before-execution break. The number of before-execution break varies depending on the settings position.
  2. For all memory areas except target memory area (out of the range that real-time RAM monitor is supported), pseudo RRM function that implements monitoring while pausing program execution is supported.
  3. Not including the protruding parts.