nRF24LE how to start developing

[Haddock]

I am finding it difficult to figure out what is the minimum toolchain requirement to get started developing using the nRF24LE / U.

1. Is Kiel the only compiler ? Can SDCC or any other free tool work?
2. What is the least cost programmer / debugger that can be used?
3. I need a full reference design for the nRF24LU+ USB (non SoC) and LE+ (SoC) version. The smallest design with trace antenna to incorporate it into my board. What is the process to get this and who should I contact !

Can someone please help me with the above ?

Thanks!

[Håkon Alseth]

1. I would recommend using Keil. We do not have any reference code for SDCC.

2. As far as I know; The nRFgo Starter kit would be the cheapest debug/programming option for development.

3. For the nRF24LE1, the reference designs available on our website has a very small design area: www.nordicsemi.com/.../nRF24LE1

However, for the nRF24LU1P, you can take a look at the nRFready Desktop hardware files. However, this design requires a product key (I'll send you a PM).

Best regards, Håkon

edit: uploaded the antenna we use in our dongle ref design here.

[Haddock]

Hi Hakon,

We are almost set with Nordic. We have decided to use the L0+ RF Transmitter/Receiver as the front end.

We urgently require a good module board design for the same urgently. Can you please help out here. We WILL require Alitium files as we will be editing the design when we copy it into our board.

You quick help here would be most appreciated.

[Håkon Alseth]

Hi,

I am sorry, but we do not have any altium files for the nRF24L01+ reference design. We have the gerber files in this installer, in addition to the reference design in the datasheet: www.nordicsemi.com/.../23852113

Cheers, Håkon