Silicon Labs .hex To .svf Conversion Utility Link
| Tool/Software | Command | |---------------|---------| | | jtag> svf program.svf | | OpenOCD (with SVF plugin) | svf program.svf | | Xilinx iMPACT | svf -f program.svf | | FTDI FT2232H + libftdi | Custom SVF player |
Document Version: 2.0 Last Updated: February 2025 Compatible with: Silicon Labs Simplicity Studio v5+ devices Silicon Labs .HEX to .SVF Conversion Utility
While not as fast as dedicated programmers, its compatibility with universal JTAG tools makes it indispensable for high-mix, low-volume production, or when integrating into existing boundary-scan test suites. Future versions will further optimize speed and file size, making SVF-based programming viable even for large-flash devices. Device Configuration Database Structure (JSON) Appendix B: Sample SVF Player in Python (using pyftdi ) Appendix C: Silicon Labs Flash Controller Command Set Reference | Tool/Software | Command | |---------------|---------| | |
! Enter JTAG and select Flash Controller STATE RESET; STATE IDLE; STATE IRPAUSE; SIR 5 TDI(0x0C) TDO(0x00) MASK(0x1F); Enter JTAG and select Flash Controller STATE RESET;
Example using UrJTAG: