USB Blaster V2 ALTERA Programmers & Debuggers

The USB Blaster Download Cable interfaces a USB port on a host computer to an Altera® FPGA mounted on a printed circuit board. The cable sends configuration data from the PC to a standard 10-pin header connected to the FPGA. You can use the USB Blaster cable to iteratively download configuration data to a system during prototyping or to program data into the system during production.

It surpports the ALTERA total series FPGA/CPLD devices, Active Serial Configuration Devices, Enhanced Configuration Devices, and supports AS, PS, JTAG three download modes.

Key Features

• Performance
  • Supports ALTERA total series FPGA/CPLD devices.
  • Supports ALTERA total series Active Serial Configuration Devices.
  • Supports ALTERA total series Enhanced Configuration Devices.
  • Supports AS, PS, JTAG three download modes.
  • High-speed, stable, and internal FT245R+CPLD designed.
  • Supports 1.2-5V programming voltage.
  • Supports SignalTap II embedded logic analyzer.
  • Supports Nios II of embedded processor communication and debugging.
• Supported Softwares
  • Quartus II integrated development environment.
  • NIOS II IDE integrated development environment.
  • NIOS II EDS integrated development environment.
• Supported Devices
  • CPLD: MAX3000, MAX7000A/B/S, MAX9000 and MAX II etc.
  • FPGA: Stratix, Stratix II, Cyclone, Cyclone II, CycloneIII, ACEX 1K, APEX 20K and FLEX 10K etc.
  • Active Serial Configuration Devices including: EPCS1, EPCS4, EPCS16 etc.
  • Enhanced Configuration Devices including: EPC1, EPC4 etc.
• Other Features
  • High download speed: FT245+CPLD+244, close to the original ALTERA USB Blaster.
  • Download speed 1-3 times faster than other schemes, such as 68013 or C8051F.
• Connects to PC
  • Computer connection via USB 2.0 interface.
• Connects to target board

Target board connection via JTAG, AS, PS interfaces. The figure 1, 2,and 3 below shows the header pinouts of different interfaces.

LED Status

• Red LED: Power indicator
• Green LED: Signal indicator, the LED is on while downloading/programming

Downloads

Development resources:user manual, software, etc.
Wiki: www.waveshare.com/wiki/USB_Blaster_V2

FAQs:

Q: What is the primary function of the USB Blaster V2?

A: The USB Blaster V2 is a programmer and debugger for Altera FPGA devices. It enables users to configure, program, and debug FPGA designs efficiently.

Q: What types of devices are compatible with the USB Blaster V2?

A: The USB Blaster V2 is compatible with Altera FPGA devices and is supported by Quartus II software for development and debugging purposes.

Q: What interface does the USB Blaster V2 use for connection?

A: The USB Blaster V2 uses a USB 2.0 interface for fast data transfer, ensuring quick and reliable programming and debugging of FPGA devices.

Q: Is the USB Blaster V2 compatible with Quartus II software?

A: Yes, the USB Blaster V2 is fully compatible with Quartus II software, providing a seamless development and debugging experience for Altera FPGA users.

Q: What are the typical applications for the USB Blaster V2?

A: Typical applications for the USB Blaster V2 include programming and debugging FPGA designs, firmware development, and testing FPGA-based systems in various electronic projects.

Q: Can the USB Blaster V2 be used for real-time debugging?

A: Yes, the USB Blaster V2 supports real-time debugging, allowing developers to monitor and modify FPGA designs on-the-fly during the development process.

Q: What operating systems are supported by the USB Blaster V2?

A: The USB Blaster V2 supports multiple operating systems, including Windows, Linux, and macOS, providing flexibility for developers using different platforms.

Q: How is the USB Blaster V2 powered?

A: The USB Blaster V2 is powered directly through the USB connection, eliminating the need for an external power source and simplifying setup.