Lattice Semiconductor MachXO2 Pico Quick Start

This document provides a brief introduction and instructions to install and run the MachXO2™ Pico
Development Kit on Windows 7/Vista/XP/2000. Please refer to the complete documentation at
www.latticesemi.com/alpha-mxo2-pico-kit.

Check Kit Contents

The MachXO2 Pico Development Kit contains
the following items:
• MachXO2 Pico Evaluation Board pre-loaded
with the Environment Scanning Demo
• USB cable
• QuickSTART Guide
Note: Detailed information is provided in the
MachXO2 Pico Development Kit User's Guide at
www.latticesemi.com/alpha-mxo2-pico-kit.

Storage and Handling Tips:

Static electricity can shorten the lifespan of
electronic components. Please observe these tips
to prevent damage that could occur from electro-
static discharge:
• Use anti-static precautions such as operating on an anti-static mat and wearing an anti-static
wristband.
• Store the MachXO2 Pico Evaluation Board in the anti-static bag provided.
• Touch the metal USB housing to equalize voltage potential between you and the board.

Download Windows Hardware Drivers

Before you begin, you will need to obtain the necessary hardware drivers for Windows from
the Lattice web site.
1. Browse to www.latticesemi.com/alpha-mxo2-pico-kit and locate the hardware device
drivers for the USB interface.
2. Download the ZIP file to your system and unzip it to a location on your PC.
Linux Support:
The USB interface drivers for the evaluation board are included in Linux kernel v.2.4.20 or
later, including distributions compatible with Lattice Diamond™ 1.1 and ispLEVER
(Red Hat Enterprise v.3, v.4 or Novell SUSE Enterprise v.10).
MachXO2 Pico
Development Kit
8.1 SP1
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