KITPF09FRDMPGM – Wrong Board Included?

[danny_john]

I ordered a KITPF09FRDMPGM. The delivery included the KITPF09FRDMPGM and a separate FRDM-KL25Z board.

However, I don't think the two boards are compatible, or at least I don't see how they are supposed to be connected. For example, the J21 header on the FRDM-KL25Z is mechanically in the way.

In addition, the pin headers required to plug the KITPF09FRDMPGM into the FRDM-KL25Z are missing.

Could somone please confirm whether the correct board was included with the kit? Shouldn't it look similar to the board supplied with the KITPF7100FRDMPGM?

[ErikaC]

Hello,

The board included with the KITPF09FRDMPGM is the correct board. The KITPF09FRDMPGM and the FRDM-KL25Z are supplied as separate boards and are compatible when assembled as intended.

The required pin headers are not included pre-installed and must be purchased separately and soldered onto the boards. Once the appropriate headers are installed, the boards can be connected correctly.

I have tested the KITPF09FRDMPGM board without any problems, so the board itself is correct and functional.

Hope this helps!

[danny_john]

I have now soldered on the headers. However, nothing happens when I try to connect the kit using the NXP_GUI. I also found an old kit for the PF8100 with an older FRDM-KL25Z; that one is detected. What could be wrong?

[danny_john]

I’m still surprised that it’s supposed to fit. The outline is different, and connector J21 interferes with the board. Should I desolder it?

Shouldn't the controller board look more like this?

  

[danny_john]

Okay, I’ve thought about it again. J21 is probably just a jumper and won't interfere with the top board if the pin headers are installed. I'll give it a try.