Sony Flasher Tool

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Vernon

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Aug 3, 2024, 4:30:19 PM8/3/24

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There is actually a .deb file for the tool. I really have no idea whether it is official sony or just unofficial linux port. All I know is that there is a .deb file for the tool which installs the flash tool on ubuntu. That actually left me wondering if there is any way out for Suse.

I did carry this out upon XA2 a few months ago, but I remember that one of main problems is that Androxyde flash tool no longer launches Xperifirm as API have changed so needing to use Newflasher instead after downloading firmware with latest version of Xperifirm

The Flasher Portable PLUS comes with an intuitive user interface. The 20-pin target connector adapts to multiple standard and proprietary connectors through a wide variety of adapters from SEGGER and optional optical and magnetic isolators provide galvanic isolation from both the power supply and the programming target. The Flasher Portable PLUS supports a large number of CPU cores and an even greater number of different devices from various vendors.

The Flasher Portable PLUS as a member of the SEGGER Flasher family supports a wide range of CPU cores and an even wider range of different devices in host-based mode. The list of supported manufacturers, families, and devices and SoCs includes support for tens of thousands of devices in hundreds of device families with billions of devices programmed.

Flasher Portable PLUS has a very flexible target and programming interface. This flexibility allows using the debug or dedicated programming interfaces of microcontrollers to program the on-chip memories as well as the programming of the off-chip parallel or (Q)SPI flashes. (Q)SPI can also be programmed directly.

As a multi-platform solution, Flasher Portable PLUS comes with the setup and control software for Linux, macOS and Windows. Software and firmware updates are included. Similarly, use on all currently supported target devices, and any that will be added, is also included.

For microcontrollers which are programmed via debug interface and which allow memory access while the CPU is running, the Flasher Portable PLUS is able to minimize overhead by simultaneously downloading and programming. This "turbo mode" makes it possible to reach speeds not achievable by other programmers.

The Flasher Portable PLUS is powered by a rechargeable internal lithium ion battery, no external power supply required. Due to its low power consumption, the Flasher Portable PLUS enables more than 10 hours of continuous, untethered, stand-alone operation with only one battery charge, so work can go on uninterrupted.

The Flasher Portable PLUS has a robust user interface with a "Select" and "Program" button. A built-in 1.8-inch LCD display, on which important information about the firmware can easily be checked, provides direct feedback. It also displays additional information about the programming process, such as the current programming status.

The Flasher Portable PLUS can limit the number of flash programming cycles, thereby limiting the number of devices to which the firmware can be transferred. This protects the IP against unauthorized access such as during external production or when a device is lost.

With the Flasher Portable PLUS, technicians are also able to instantly apply patches to a product without the need for access to a PC network or even wall power. Especially serviceable devices that cannot be updated over the air and are difficult to reach can easily be programmed with this handheld device and its simple interface.

This is the case, for instance, with hard-to-reach or hard-to-move devices like wind turbines. In the event of a bootloader faiure, it is hard to reset the device over the air so service technicians have to climb to reach it. In such as case it is helpful to have equipment that is not heavy or bulky. The Flasher Portable PLUS eliminates the need to carry heavy, cumbersome equipment and is quick and easy to operate.

With the customized Flasher Portable PLUS the customer, in addition to getting a state-of-the-art portable flasher, also benefits from in-field company marketing. Especially in highly frequented areas, shopping malls for instance, where bootloaders need to (sometimes can only) be updated offline in devices that aren't connected to the Internet, the portable Flasher is the ideal tool for the job while generating attention and gaining customer loyalty at the same time.