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title: "Digilent JTAG-HS3 Programming Cable"
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# 30Mbit/sec JTAG speed USB Micro-B powered Open-drain buffer for Zynq SoC reset Digilent JTAG-HS3 Programming Cable

**Brand:** digilent
**Price:** 16902 kr
**Availability:** ✅ In Stock

## Summary

> ⚡ Power your FPGA workflow with speed and simplicity!

## Quick Answers

- **What is this?** Digilent JTAG-HS3 Programming Cable by digilent
- **How much does it cost?** 16902 kr with free shipping
- **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship
- **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.is](https://www.desertcart.is/products/352980305-digilent-jtag-hs3-programming-cable)

## Best For

- digilent enthusiasts

## Why This Product

- Trusted digilent brand quality
- Free international shipping included
- Worldwide delivery with tracking
- 15-day hassle-free returns

## Key Features

- • **Plug & Play USB Power:** Powered directly via USB Micro-B—no extra power supply needed, simplifying your setup instantly.
- • **Seamless Zynq SoC Debugging:** Open-drain buffer on pin 14 enables effortless processor core resets during debugging sessions.
- • **Compact & Lightweight Design:** Small footprint and light weight means it stays firmly connected without cluttering your workspace.
- • **Blazing Fast JTAG Programming:** Drive your Xilinx FPGA at up to 30Mbit/sec with adjustable frequency for ultimate control and speed.
- • **Universal Xilinx Tool Compatibility:** Works flawlessly with iMPACT, ChipScope, EDK, and Vivado—your all-in-one programming companion.

## Overview

The Digilent JTAG-HS3 is a compact, high-speed USB2 programming cable designed for Xilinx FPGAs and SoCs. It supports up to 30Mbit/sec JTAG communication, features an open-drain buffer for advanced Zynq SoC debugging, and plugs directly into standard Xilinx JTAG headers. Compatible with all major Xilinx tools, it’s a cost-effective, reliable solution for professional developers seeking streamlined FPGA programming and debugging.

## Description

The JTAG-HS3 is an affordable high-speed Xilinx FPGA programming solutions. The HS3 builds on the successful JTAG-HS1 by adding an open-drain buffer to pin 14 allowing for the debugging of Xilinx Zynq-SOC processors. It can be attached to target boards using Xilinx's 2x7 connector*, and is compatible with all Xilinx tools, including iMPACT, ChipScope, and EDK. When connected to a PC via a standard A to micro-USB cable, the JTAG HS3 receives its power from USB and can be recognized as a Digilent programming cable, even if the HS3 is not attached to the target board. The JTAG bus can be shared with other devices as the HS3's signals are held in high-impedance, except when actively driven during programming. The HS3 is small and light, allowing it to be held firmly in place by the system board connector. * This is a unique programming header and is not compatible with the 1x6 MTE Digilent JTAG Connector.

Review: Likely have bought a couple dozen of these for work. If you are using the Xilinx red or blue JTAG boxes, please stop. These work as-well (or better?), cost *much* less, are simpler to work into experimental rigs. Working on an experimental radar, so not uncommon to have JTAG into three different FPGAs over a physically large rig, and more than one test rig. Saves time ($$$) when you can leave a rig in-place, and not have to shuffle around pricey Xilinx JTAG boxes.
Review: When I first connected the device, Vivado did not recognize it. When I checked device manager to be sure Windows recognized it as a device, I found that it showed up as a generic RS-232 device. I made sure I installed the cable drivers for Xilinx (ticking the box on the inital Vivado installer), and then I used device manager to uninstall the RS-232 device. Once windows stopped catagorizing it as an RS-232 generic adapter, The Xilinx cable driver was able to use it as a JTAG adapter. So it works, but not without some manual troubleshooting, without any documentation directly mentioning these driver problems, which to Digilent's credit, is not their fault. It works now. I hope this helps someone else wondering why the JTAG device doesn't show up at all in Vivado.

## Features

- Small, complete, all-in-one JTAG programming/debugging solution for Xilinx FPGAs and SoCs
- Plugs directly into standard Xilinx JTAG header
- High-Speed USB2 port that can drive JTAG bus up to 30Mbit/sec (frequency adjustable by user)
- Open drain buffer on pin 14 allows debugging software to reset the processor core of
- Uses USB Micro-B connector

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| ASIN | B0725Z7Q12 |
| Best Sellers Rank | #15,530 in Computers ( See Top 100 in Computers ) #1,106 in USB Cables |
| Item model number | JTAG HS3 |
| Manufacturer | Digilent |
| Product Dimensions | 7.62 x 12.7 x 1.27 cm; 27.22 g |

## Product Details

- **Brand:** Digilent
- **Cable type:** USB
- **Compatible devices:** PC
- **Connector type:** Micro USB, USB 2.0
- **Special features:** High Speed

## Images

![Digilent JTAG-HS3 Programming Cable - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/41yqGPjSz8L.jpg)

## Questions & Answers

**Q: Does this cable support ultrascale+ (16nm) xilinx devices including the mpsoc?**
A: The version of Vivado is what determines device support, not the cable.  The cable works for me in Vivado 2019.1 and beyond.

## Customer Reviews

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Review
*by P***R on 20 August 2022*

Likely have bought a couple dozen of these for work. If you are using the Xilinx red or blue JTAG boxes, please stop. These work as-well (or better?), cost *much* less, are simpler to work into experimental rigs. Working on an experimental radar, so not uncommon to have JTAG into three different FPGAs over a physically large rig, and more than one test rig. Saves time ($$$) when you can leave a rig in-place, and not have to shuffle around pricey Xilinx JTAG boxes.

### ⭐⭐⭐ Review
*by M***R on 16 September 2024*

When I first connected the device, Vivado did not recognize it. When I checked device manager to be sure Windows recognized it as a device, I found that it showed up as a generic RS-232 device. I made sure I installed the cable drivers for Xilinx (ticking the box on the inital Vivado installer), and then I used device manager to uninstall the RS-232 device. Once windows stopped catagorizing it as an RS-232 generic adapter, The Xilinx cable driver was able to use it as a JTAG adapter. So it works, but not without some manual troubleshooting, without any documentation directly mentioning these driver problems, which to Digilent's credit, is not their fault. It works now. I hope this helps someone else wondering why the JTAG device doesn't show up at all in Vivado.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Review
*by D***I on 7 December 2024*

Good product

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