STMicroelectronics AN2119 Getting Started with uClinux for STR71x Application Note

About this manual

This document serves as a guide for developers to get started using the uClinux operating system on ARM7TDMI core-based STR71x microcontrollers. It outlines the necessary software tools, including the arm-elf toolchain and specific uClinux distributions required for development.

The application note details step-by-step procedures for installing these tools on a host PC running Linux, configuring and building the kernel image, and using the bootloader to load the system onto an STR710 Evaluation Board via JTAG and serial interfaces.

What's inside

• Introduction
• Necessary software and hardware tools
• Install the arm-elf toolchain
• Install the uClinux distribution
• Patch the uClinux distribution for STR710
• Build the uClinux kernel
• Configure the uClinux kernel
• Use the bootloader
• Load the bootloader to the STR710-EVAL board

Specifications

Frequently asked questions

What host OS is required to build the uClinux kernel?

Building the uClinux kernel requires a host PC running the Linux OS.

Which programming tool is recommended for the STR710F?

The STR710F device can be programmed using the RealView ICE-ME JTAG run control device.