Tool Set

In addition to the intrinsic capabilities of our System on Chip (SoC), a comprehensive set of tools has been developed to facilitate extended feature development, user application creation, and large-scale production processes. This document offers a concise overview of these tools.

Here is a summary of the tools described:

Brief Description of Tools

File Name

Description

MP Tool

Used for R&D debugging or mass production.

MPCli

Commond-line version of MP Tool, which used for R&D debugging or mass production.

MP Pack Tool

Used to merge image files and generate data packet files for MP, OTA, CFU.

Flash Map Generate Tool

Used to generate flashmap.ini, flashmap.h, OTAHeader files.

RF Test Tool

Used for Bluetooth, Zigbee, and other RF performance testing and certification testing such as FCC, BQB, CE, SRRC, KC.

Debug Analyzer Tool

Used for system log analysis and debugging.

CFU Download Tool

Used for firmware upgrades via USB.

IOS OTA App

Used for OTA upgrades via IOS.

Android OTA App

Used for OTA upgrades via Android.

MP Tool

The MP Tool is a utility designed to support both mass production and debug modes.

  • Debug Mode: Offers developers a platform for debugging and feature development, with the main features including:

    • Image download

    • APP Config/System Config File setup

    • Flash erasure

    • Flash readback

  • MP Mode: Provides an array of capabilities, including the ability to program up to 8 devices concurrently and modify the device’s Bluetooth address.

The MP Tool is integrated with Pack and Flash Map Generate functionalities. For detailed instructions on utilizing these features, refer to the user guide located in each tool’s directory.

Please proceed to website: RealMCU to get MP Tool kits and consult the provided documentation.

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MP Tool Interface

MPCli

MPCli is the command-line version of the MP Tool, which can be used on Windows, Linux, and MacOS systems. The main features of MPCli include:

  • Image download

  • Modification of MAC, XTAL Internal Cap Calibration, and TX Power

  • EUID and MAC readback

  • Flash erasure

  • EFuse burn

Please proceed to website: RealMCU to get MPCli and consult the provided documentation.

MP Pack Tool

The MP Pack Tool serves to amalgamate sub-images and generate a consolidated packet file for operations such as mass production (MP), over-the-air updates (OTA), or component firmware updates (CFU).

Please proceed to website: RealMCU to get MP Pack Tool and consult the provided documentation.

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MP Pack Tool Interface

Flash Map Generate Tool

The Flash Map Generate Tool offers two essential functions:

  • Generation of flashmap.h and flashmap.ini files.

  • Creation of header required for OTA updates.

Flash Map Generate Tool and its documentation are integrated into the MP Tool kits, please proceed to website: RealMCU to get them and consult the provided documentation.

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Flash Map Generate Tool Interface

RF Test Tool

The RF Test Tool offers a suite of capabilities:

  • Support RF performance testing of technologies such as Bluetooth and Zigbee.

  • Support certification testing for various regulatory standards including FCC/BQB/CE/SRRC/KC.

Please proceed to website: RealMCU to get RF Test Tool and consult the provided documentation.

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RF Test Tool Interface

Debug Analyzer Tool

The Debug Analyzer Tool enables engineers to capture and decode system logs across various transport layers, enhancing the debugging process. Key features of this tool include:

  • Support for multiple input methods:

  • Compatibility with both MCU and DSP logs.

  • Capabilities for log saving and parsing.

  • Generation of Bluetooth snoop logs for in-depth analysis with the Frontline capture tool.

  • Support for Ellisys injection.

Please proceed to website: RealMCU to get Debug Analyzer Tool and consult the provided documentation.

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Debug Analyzer Tool Interface

CFU Download Tool

Used for upgrading the firmware of Realtek chips that comply with the CFU protocol.

Please proceed to website: RealMCU to get CFU Download Tool and consult the provided documentation.

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CFU Download Tool Interface

IOS OTA App

Used for upgrading the firmware of Realtek chips via IOS.

Please proceed to website: RealMCU to get IOS OTA App and consult the provided documentation.

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IOS OTA App Interface

Android OTA App

Used for upgrading the firmware of Realtek chips via Android.

Please proceed to website: RealMCU to get Android OTA App and consult the provided documentation.

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Android OTA App Interface