Example code "Template Application" doesn't work.

RE: Example code "Template Application" doesn't work.

JONATHAN LL — Thu, 14 Oct 2021 10:53:26 GMT

Sorry missed that,

yes it is ok to flash the soft device once then flash again with the application.

Just make sure the chip is blank/erased first.

You can add a --chiperase in the command like so:
nrfjprog --program softdevice.hex --chiperase && nrfjprog --program app.hex -r

As for if you should uninstall 64 bit version, that would be up to you. If you are fine suing nrfjprog and the terminal to interface with the device then there is nothing wrong with that, and if you have other projects that use 64 versions then it might be a hassle. But if you don't have anything else and want to use nRFgo then you can go ahead and uninstall.

SDK 12 should work yes, but if you have more progress on SDK 10 then that should work also, its just that SDK 12 at least in theory is better supported.

Regards,
Jonathan

RE: Example code "Template Application" doesn't work.

Snakehater — Thu, 14 Oct 2021 07:47:13 GMT

JONATHAN LL ^

RE: Example code "Template Application" doesn't work.

Snakehater — Thu, 14 Oct 2021 07:46:32 GMT

Okay but are you able to check for nrf51822, because it should work the same right?

And for the DLL error, yes I believe I have 64 bit jlink, should I uninstall it and install 32 bit instead?

RE: Example code "Template Application" doesn't work.

JONATHAN LL — Wed, 13 Oct 2021 14:49:16 GMT

Hi Vigor,

I currently do not have a nrf51802 so i can not test this, but it should work.

As for the DLL error you got, do you have a 64 bit version of jlink installed? I think that there is some issues for nRFgo if you either have both 32 and 64 bit installed. nRfgo doe use 32 bit i belive.

Regards,
Jonathan

RE: Example code "Template Application" doesn't work.

Snakehater — Tue, 12 Oct 2021 20:15:53 GMT

Are you sure that I am flashing the softdevice and application code the right way? Cause I can't see how it is supposed to work, first flashing a hex for the softdevice, then flash yet another hex ontop of that with almost the same command. I only see that it should overwrite the softdevice by flashing the application code.

Regards, Vigor T

RE: Example code "Template Application" doesn't work.

Snakehater — Tue, 12 Oct 2021 19:08:44 GMT

Are you sure SDK 12.3 is working for my chipset though? Cause' I didn't even get blinky to work this time...

Regards, Vigor T

RE: Example code "Template Application" doesn't work.

JONATHAN LL — Mon, 11 Oct 2021 13:08:51 GMT

Hi Vigor,

Then i am not sure. I am not able to test this since i dont have the same HW, and the error seems to be JLINKARM.DLL_TO_OLD. Have you tested any other Bluetooth examples?

I would stil recommend that you consider upgrading to SDK 12.3

Regards,
Jonathan

RE: Example code "Template Application" doesn't work.

Snakehater — Mon, 11 Oct 2021 09:27:54 GMT

My SEGGER J-Link is up to date. First thing I checked.

Kind regards, Vigor.T

RE: Example code "Template Application" doesn't work.

JONATHAN LL — Mon, 04 Oct 2021 08:54:02 GMT

Looks like it is not able to read the memory of the device, It is most likely the DLL that is outdated, so I recommend that you try to update it.

This can be done by using SEGGER J-Link configurator.

Regards,
Jonathan

RE: Example code "Template Application" doesn't work.

Snakehater — Sun, 03 Oct 2021 12:53:51 GMT

This application just throws errors:

Regards, Vigor

RE: Example code "Template Application" doesn't work.

JONATHAN LL — Wed, 29 Sep 2021 07:07:48 GMT

[quote user="Snakehater"]What is the programmer app?[/quote]

It is a newer programmer app(not nrfgo), by downloading nrf connect for desktop you will have a option to install a plethora of other Nordic apps, one witch is a new programmer app called nrf connect programmer.

Looks like this:

You can download the app here: https://www.nordicsemi.com/Products/Development-tools/nRF-Connect-for-desktop/Download#infotabs

Regards,
Jonathan

RE: Example code "Template Application" doesn't work.

Snakehater — Wed, 29 Sep 2021 05:37:30 GMT

Sdk 10 is what I used and SD 130. What is the programmer app? If it is nrfgo, that one didn't work for my computer, just crashes.

RE: Example code "Template Application" doesn't work.

JONATHAN LL — Tue, 28 Sep 2021 15:24:00 GMT

Great thanks!

The module seems ok, so the radio looks like it should work.

nrf51802, here is a link to the SDKs and SoftDevices that are supported.

SD 130 and SDK 12.3 is recommended.

Is this what you are using ?

One thing I cant see in the picture is if there is a LF clock, looks like there is not one, so a typical issue is often that the clock source is not correct.

You should also be able to use nrf connect for desktop and the programmer app to program the device

Regards,
Jonathan

RE: Example code "Template Application" doesn't work.

Snakehater — Tue, 28 Sep 2021 10:41:32 GMT

RE: Example code "Template Application" doesn't work.

JONATHAN LL — Tue, 28 Sep 2021 10:19:41 GMT

You can add pictures or upload files here in Devzone:

It is preferable to do it this way as it will keep all the information here in the same thread on Devzone making it easier to follow in anyone else comes across a similar problem.

Regards,
Jonathan

RE: Example code "Template Application" doesn't work.

Snakehater — Tue, 28 Sep 2021 09:28:00 GMT

I have tested blinky but changed the board configuration and got the LED blinking. So it works. The custom board is not mine, it is salvaged from an old display controller, so therefore, I have no schematic. Here you have pic of the board, maybe not the best one but it's something: https://easyupload.io/vq7anl

RE: Example code "Template Application" doesn't work.

JONATHAN LL — Tue, 28 Sep 2021 07:15:25 GMT

Hi,

Are you using a development kit for the nrf51 or is it a custom board? I see that you are using a custom board, have you followed the reference design and the design guidelines when design ? Could you share schematic and layout(GERBER) maybe?

Using nrfjprog is ok.

have you tested any other application?

What SKD are you using ?

Regards,
Jonathan