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Run a Sample Program
Once the RCM4300 is connected as described in the preceding pages, start Dynamic C by double-clicking on the
Dynamic C icon on your desktop or in your Start menu. Select Code and BIOS in RAM on the "Compiler"
tab in the Dynamic C Options > Project Options menu. Then click on the "Communications" tab and verify
that Use USB to Serial Converter is selected to support the USB programming cable. Click OK.
NOTE: The Code and BIOS in RAM BIOS memory compiler option is recommended while debug-
ging for faster download times. Remember to recompile the working application using the Code and
BIOS in Flash, Run in RAM option once you are ready to use the RCM4300 in a standalone instal-
lation.
Determine which COM port was assigned to the USB programming cable on your PC. Open Control Panel >
System > Hardware > Device Manager > Ports and identify which COM port is used for the USB connec-
tion. In Dynamic C, select Options > Project Options, then select this COM port on the Communications
tab, then click OK. You may type the COM port number followed by Enter on your computer keyboard if the
COM port number is outside the range on the dropdown menu.
Use the File menu to open the sample program PONG.C, which is in the Dynamic C SAMPLES folder. Press
function key F9 to compile and run the program.The STDIO window will open on your PC and will display a
small square bouncing around in a box.
Where Do I Go From Here?
If the sample program ran fine, you are now ready to go on to other sample programs, which are discussed in
Application Note AN417, Secure Embedded Web Application Kit 2.0. The source code for the sample programs
is provided to allow you to modify them for your own use. The RCM4300 User's Manual on the Dynamic C CD
also provides complete hardware reference information and describes the software function calls for the
RCM4300 RabbitCore modules and the Prototyping Board. Each Dynamic C module has complete documenta-
tion on the Dynamic C CD that describes the Dynamic C module and discusses the function calls and sample pro-
grams associated with the Dynamic C module.
Troubleshooting
If Dynamic C cannot find the target system (error message "No Rabbit Processor Detected."):
Check that the RCM4300 is powered correctly — the red PWR LED on the Prototyping Board should be lit
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when the RCM4300 is mounted on the Prototyping Board and the AC adapter is plugged in.
Check both ends of the programming cable to ensure that they are firmly plugged into the PC and the PROG
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connector, not the DIAG connector, is plugged in to the programming port on the RCM4300 with the marked
(colored) edge of the programming cable towards pin 1 of the programming header.
Ensure that the RCM4300 module is firmly and correctly installed in its socket on the Prototyping Board.
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If a program compiles and loads, but then loses target communication before you can begin debugging, it is
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possible that your PC cannot handle the default debugging baud rate. Locate the Serial Options dialog in the
Dynamic C Options > Project Options > Communications menu. Choose a lower debug baud rate.
Press <Ctrl-Y> to force Dynamic C to recompile the BIOS. You should receive a Bios compiled
successfully message once these steps are completed successfully.
If there are any other problems:
Use the Dynamic C Help menu to get further assistance with Dynamic C.
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Check the Rabbit Technical Bulletin Board and forums at
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and at
www.rabbit.com/forums/
Use the Technical Support e-mail form at www.rabbit.com/support/.
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NOTE: If you purchased your Secure Embedded Web Application Kit through a distributor or through a
Rabbit partner, contact the distributor or partner first for technical support.
www.rabbit.com/support/bb/
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020–0138 • 080414–A
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