ApolloICD

Built for Apollo SoCs. Designed for Developers

ApolloICD is a USB-powered in-circuit debugger and programmer designed exclusively for Ambiq’s Apollo SoCs, offering a high-speed Serial Wire Debug (SWD) interface with broad toolchain support. It simplifies development with ultra-fast programming, multiple standard connectors, and seamless integration with SEGGER J-Link compatible environments.

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

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)

Target Communication Interfaces

Onboard 4-pin header for VCOM serial communication interface

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 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

USB Host Interface

USB 2.0 full speed with USB-C connector

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

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