Production programming for nrf52832 device

[SK]

Hello all, 

I am developing an IoT module using nrf52832. My dilemma here is on how to make it able for programming for production? 

What i require in production:

1. I would like to have unique ID's to our devices and so, they should be able to program that into the chip.

2. Read any register value they intend to

What i know from what i have read: 

1. I have seen this link: https://devzone.nordicsemi.com/f/nordic-q-a/32818/use-of-command-line-tools-in-production

 1.1 Does this mean production can use the command line tools for doing what i require?

 1.2 What other tools will they require apart from command line tools to do the task? Will they be require the jlink debugger as well?

Kindly let me know on what will be best suited to the requirements stated. Any other alternatives that you know of and can share? 

It will be really helpful.

Sorry, i do not have any production development experience. Any help is appreciated.

[Andreas]

Hi,

 

Yes, the command line tools is enough for your requirements. You need a J-Link debugger or programmer though to use it. You might also be interested in this getting started guide on production programming.

 

Best regards,

Andreas

[SK]

Thanks Adreas for getting back.

Yea, i tried with that yesterday. Works great! 

I had one more question to follow up: We will be required to do our own HW calibration and stuff. I don't think command line tools would be able to do that? Like adding in new commands? 

Would  you suggest using UART then, getting my own remote commands? or any other alternative?

Thanks!

[Andreas]

Hi,

 

Depending on exactly what you mean by doing your own HW calibration, like just writing to a register, the command line tools might do. If you intend to set up and run test you might want to use an UART terminal. E.g. our radio test example uses this.

 

Best regards,

Andreas