Programming nrf8002 on my own pcb

[CARLOS SANCHEZ]

Hi

I've have customized a state machine and output patterns for the nrf8002 using the development kit. Now i have my own pcb design and I'm aiming to build a small prototype production to give away to a few user.

How can I upload the programming to the nrf8002 that will be assemble on my custom PCB?

[Ole Morten]

This is what the production programming tool is meant to be used for. On the programming tab, you can find a button that will give you source code for the tool, and also a way to save a setup in such way that it can be used with the tool.

When using this tool, you just have to make sure that you have some way to hook up VDD, GND and UART TX/RX from a PC to a board with your nRF8002.

[Jay Tyzzer]

Hello, do you have an example of the nRF8002 being hooked up to a "PC Board"? Thank you.

[Ole Morten]

I'm not sure what you try to ask. You'll probably need some kind of level shifting between the nRF8002 and your PC, for which you can for example use the level shifter on the motherboard, at least to test the setup. By connecting the pins I say from the motherboard to a custom board with the nRF8002, you should be able to use the programming tool to program it.

[CARLOS SANCHEZ]

Understood. What about a large production? Will the same method apply or is there a more efficient alternative for high volumes, let's same 1000? 10000?

[Ole Morten]

This is the recommended way for all volumes.