VisualDSP++ 4.5 Loader and Utilities Manual - Analog Devices

6 LOADER FOR TIGERSHARC
PROCESSORS
This chapter explains how the loader utility (elfloader.exe) is used to
convert executable (.dxe) files into boot-loadable or non-bootable files for
ADSP-TSxxx TigerSHARC processors.
Refer to “Introduction” on page 1-1 for the loader utility’s overview; the
introductory material applies to all processor families. Loader operations
specific to ADSP-TSxxx TigerSHARC processors are detailed in the following
sections.
“TigerSHARC Processor Booting” on page 6-2
Provides general information on various booting modes, including
information on boot kernels.
“TigerSHARC Loader Guide” on page 6-5
Provides reference information on the loader utility’s command-line
syntax and switches.
Refer to the processor’s data sheet and hardware reference manual for
more information on system configuration, peripherals, registers, and
operating modes.
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