I Pulled the Cover For Some Fall Dusting And a Quick Inspection of My FM-202’s!<\/p>\n Cover Off! (Cables Removed For Photo) Main CPU Renesas M38039FFFP<\/em>\u00a0 (Data Sheet<\/a>) CN8 Is an 8 Pin Programming Header.<\/span> Software Version Info By Serial # Can Be Found Here<\/a>.<\/p>\n I wanted to use a recently acquired FM-2024 with my FM-202’s and seen this notice on Hakko web site. So I called Hakko.<\/p>\n I was Informed by Hakko USA That firmware is not available from hakko for a self update\/recovery. Hakko will update the firmware for you on a working unit at no cost ($10 Bench Fee now in 2021) Hakko will even send you a label to send the unit to them and even cover the return postage. You cannot beat the type of customer service Hakko provides for a device that has been discontinued for almost 14+ Years. So I sent 2 of my units off to be updated. The upside you will receive back a updated and fully inspected unit that is good to go. The down side is it takes about 2 weeks total so be prepared to be without the Soldering Station for about 2 weeks or a little more.<\/p>\n On the other hand, If your device’s micro-controller is dead, you’re in trouble. Hakko’s policy is a harsh “F-U” to its customers, as they are forced to buy a new device or a Replacement PCB<\/a> (Never In Stock) and if it was costs more than a new device, instead of offering affordable repair options such as a pre-programmed microcontroller at a reasonable price hakko offers their customers a\u00a0 big F_U no way and it now been herd around the globe. It’s disappointing to see a lack of support for the Right To Repair from a top company that produces electronic repair tools in mass. This approach to customer service is simply bad business and is very anti-repair.<\/p>\n Seeking a firmware recovery solution for a Broken FM-202. Oh joy! I have a few FM-202s with the fancy double top secrete updated firmware. Now, let’s make a backup for repair purposes. Because we all know how much fun it is to have a device go kaput without any support form the manufacture. That’s been recycling the same design over and over. Also, who needs the frustration of dealing with an anti repair manufacturer which hakko is when we can take matters into our own hands? So that’ is what we will do!<\/p>\n My Xeltek Superpro 6100N Universal Programmer<\/a> can program the Renesas M38039FFFP with a DX3044<\/a> or DX3013<\/a> Adapter. However, it does not support in-circuit programming for this device and according to Xeltek, the M38039FFFP will not be supported for in-circuit programming due to hardware limitations :(. 09\/2022 Although I intend to back up the firmware of my FM-202’s, I keep forgetting to order the adapter when I buy other adapters. Frankly, it’s not a priority right now, especially since I have already upgraded to the current models. Nevertheless, I recognize the importance of having a backup in case one of my other units fails. Therefore, I commit to ordering the adapter as soon as possible and initiating the backup process.<\/p>\n As an Alternative It appears that only the Segger Flasher 5, which is now obsolete, supports in-circuit programming. Sadly, I have been searching for reasonably priced one on eBay, but I always seem to miss out on them.<\/span><\/p>\n Exciting news on the firmware recovery front!<\/strong><\/em> As of January 2023, I finally found a Segger Flasher 5 on eBay for a great price. After extensive searching and missing out on previous opportunities, I couldn’t believe my luck. With this device, I can now perform in-circuit chip programming on my Hakko FM-202 soldering station, which had previously been impossible due to Hakko’s anti-right to repair stance and lack of self-update options.<\/p>\n I’m thrilled to have this new tool in my arsenal of device programmers, and I can’t wait to start experimenting with it. The Segger Flasher 5 opens up a whole new world of possibilities.<\/p>\n Overall, this experience has taught me the importance of persistence and patience when it comes to finding the right tools and resources for a project. Despite facing numerous roadblocks and obstacles, I never gave up on my search for a solution. And in the end, my perseverance paid off with this incredible find on eBay. I can’t wait to see where this new device takes me in my ongoing journey to repair one of my Hakko FM-202 soldering stations. Unboxing Flasher 5 On Youtube, This is an older Flasher 5 Programming tool for ST9 and Renesas M16C\/20, M16C\/62, M16C\/80, M38 and M79 series of flash microcontrollers in serial mode I wish it was a Rev 3 But you get what you can get when you can get it.<\/p>\n![\"Hakko](\"http:\/\/www.stevenrhine.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/11\/20201105_0029091-scaled.jpg\")
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\nHeader Pin = M38039FFFP Pin \/ ” M3803 Group Flasher 5 Pin”<\/em><\/span>
\nPin 1 = Pin 12\u00a0 P47\/Srdy1 \/ (Busy) \/ “Pin<\/em><\/span> 2″
\nPin 2 = Pin 18 CNVSS (VPP) \/ “F5 Pin<\/em><\/span> 9″
\nPin 3 = Pin 57\/24 VCCS\/VSS \/ “F5 Pin<\/em><\/span> 1″
\nPin 4 = Pin 13 P46\/sclk1 (SCLK) \/ “F5 Pin<\/em><\/span> 3″
\nPin 5 = Pin 15 P44\/RxD1 (SDA) \/ “F5 Pin<\/em><\/span> 10″
\nPin 6 = Pin 49 P37\/Srdy3\/RD (OE) or (CS) \/ “F5 Pin<\/em><\/span> 5″
\nPin 7 = Pin 19 RESET \/\u00a0 “F5 Pin<\/em><\/span> 8″
\nPin 8 = Pin 59 P30\/DA1\/AVSS \/\u00a0 “F5 Pin<\/em><\/span> 7″<\/p>\n<\/a><\/p>\n
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