ApolloICD

Designed for Developers

ApolloICD is a USB-powered in-circuit debugger and programmer for Ambiq’s Apollo SoCs, featuring a high-speed SWD interface, fast programming, standard connectors, and seamless compatibility with SEGGER J-Link.

ApolloICD Highlights

Lightning-Fast Programming and Debugging

Experience rapid development with programming and debugging speeds up to 48 MHz, accelerating time-to-market and boosting productivity.

Versatile Connectivity Options

Connect effortlessly using 20-pin, 10-pin, and VCOM header interfaces, offering flexibility for various board configurations.

Universal Compatibility with Apollo SoCs

Unlock the full potential of all Apollo SoCs with one powerful, all-in-one debugging tool.

SEGGER J-Link Debugger Toolchain Support

Enjoy seamless integration with industry-standard IDEs like Visual Studio Code, IAR, Keil, and SEGGER Embedded Studio.

Specifications

Target Apollo SoC Compatibility

Apollo3 Family
Apollo4 Family
Apollo5 Family

USB Host Interface

USB 2.0 full speed with USB-C connector

Target Programming Interfaces

Standard 20-pin male 1.27mm pitch IDC keyed box header (ribbon cable included)
Standard 10-pin male1.27mm pitch IDC keyed box header (ribbon cable not included)

Ultra-Fast Programming and Debugging

Ultra-fast programming and debugging interface with support up to 48 MHz
Flash program and verify up to 100 KB/s
VCOM interface with support up to 1Mbps

Target Communication Interfaces

Onboard 4-pin header for VCOM serial communication interface

Target Operating Voltage

Supports wide range of target operating voltage from 1.5 V – 5.0 V
Hardware auto-detect and voltage tracking of target operating voltage

SEGGER J-Link Compatibility

SEGGER J-Link Debug Out license included
Supports SEGGER J-Link debugger compatible toolchains

Power Management

Powered over USB-C host interface (target powered separately)
Onboard system voltage regulation and target voltage tracking

Onboard Features

Diagnostic LED indicator

Package Contents

ApolloICD In-Circuit Debugger
20-pin ribbon cable assembly, length 304.8 mm / 1’
USB-C to USB-A cable, length 1 m / 3.28‘
Adhesive rubber mounting feet

Device Dimensions

25 x 51.5 x 9.65 mm

Ordering Information

APOLLOICD

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Design Resources

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