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For Release: September 7, 1999
Released by System General
System General and Exatron Announce Jam™ Programmer/Handler
- First Programmer-Handler Combination with Jam Programming and
Test Language Support
- Provides Fast, Low-Cost Programming of Altera PLDs
- Programmer-Handler Combination is Available Now
San Jose, Calif., September 7, 1999 - Programming equipment vendor System General
and handler manufacturer Exatron today announced that they have teamed up to
provide the first programmer-handler combination with Jam™ programming and test language support. The development means device programmers are now assured of a
low-cost, easy-to-use programmer/handler setup with instantaneous support for
Altera's programmable logic devices (PLDs).
"The combination of System General's Multi-APRO programmer, Exatron's H802
handler and Altera's Jam programming and test language provides customers with a
solution that provides superior speed, ease of use and cost," said Bob Beachler,
senior director of development tools marketing and product planning at
Altera.
System General first announced support of the Jam programming language one
year ago and has been improving Jam programming time ever since. System
General's Multi-APRO programs a 100-pin PQFP EPM7128AE 40% faster than using an
object file method.
"System General is pleased to play a key role in the development of this Jam
programmer/handler combination," said Don Yang, vice president of marketing at
System General. "With its high-speed programmer adapter (HSP), the Multi-APRO
can program up to eight devices at a time."
The Exatron Model H802 Handling System is a pick and place handling system
for a wide variety of applications, including testing, programming, inspection,
laser marking, and tape and reel docking. The 800 Series Handlers are configured
for two, three or four trays, including standard JEDEC outline trays, waffle
pack and custom trays. The simple design approach allows programmers to change
from device types easily with minimal time and parts required. A servo motor
control enables placement accuracy of +/- .001" or .25 mm.
"The Exatron Model H802 is an ideal low-cost handler for programming PLDs, as it can be easily configured for use with a wide variety of devices," said Robert Howell, President of
Exatron.
How the Jam Programming Language Works
The Jam programming and test language is a vender- and platform-independent
interpreted language optimized for programming devices via the standard IEEE
1149.1 TAP controller, commonly known as JTAG. The Jam language has recently
been standardized by JEDEC as STAPL.
There are two software components in the Jam programming solution: the Jam
Composer and the Jam Player. The Jam Composer writes the Jam file required to
program a specific design into a specific device. The Jam Player interprets the
Jam file and programs the target device. These elements create a universal
language and toolset that can address all JTAG PLDs and in-system
programming.
Availability, Packaging, and Pricing
The Jam programmer/handler system can be purchased now from either Exatron or
System General. System General's Multi-APRO programmer is available from System
General via the World Wide Web at http://www.systemgeneral.com or
http://www.sg.com.tw. The Exatron H802 Handling System is available from Exatron
at http://www.exatron.com. The Jam programming language is available from
the Jam website at http://www.jamisp.com.
About System General
System General has been in the IC Programmer business since 1984. Its
programmer models include the single socket Universal for laboratory
applications, the multi-socket Gang/Set for Memory duplication, and the
multi-site Asynchronous for concurrent operations.
Armed with a strong design team, System General is leading other IC
Programmer vendors by providing cutting edge solutions to this industry. The HSP
solution is a clear example of our technical superiority. By using a proprietary
hardware circuitry, the HSP sets a new programming speed limit by reducing the
software overhead to near zero.
About Exatron
Since its founding in 1974, Exatron has filled the need for low cost,
easy-to-use, reliable handling and test equipment. Today, Exatron offers
complete automated systems which include a wide variety of through-hole and SMD
handlers, integrated temperature chambers, dedicated open/short lead bond and
high-performance logic testers, laser markers, and labellers. More information
on Exatron can be found on the Internet at http://www.exatron.com.
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