SMH Technologies FlashRunner LAN 2.0 NXG In-System Programmer

Ultra-compact, scalable 1-to-4 channel parallel programming system designed for seamless test fixture integration.

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Description

As an official reseller of SMH Technologies, Columbia Elektronik offer comprehensive support, setup, and expert technical integration for the FlashRunner LAN 2.0 NXG. This platform represents a direct technological evolution, incorporating highly advanced, patented FlashRunner 2.0 technology into the industry’s most popular in-system programming (ISP) footprint. Explicitly engineered to maximise production efficiency, productivity, and quality, this interconnected smart system transitions seamlessly from a standalone utility into a fully automated production system.

The FlashRunner LAN 2.0 NXG features an ultra-thin, highly space-saving architecture available in both open-frame and closed-frame configurations. It offers unique multi-channel scalability, enabling manufacturers to activate anywhere from 1 to 4 independent parallel channels step-by-step through a simple remote software upgrade, aligning your hardware investment perfectly with your active production deadlines.

Key Features & Technical Highlights

  • Scalable Parallel Architecture: Configuration supports 1 to 4 fully independent and parallel universal channels, allowing cost-effective software upgrades to expand channel capacity without changing the physical hardware unit.

  • Ultra-Compact Open or Closed Frame: Measures just 142 x 17.6 x 70 mm, making it uniquely suited for environments where vertical space is tight. It mounts effortlessly inside the configurable bottom enclosures of our manual and automated test fixtures.

  • Broad Device & Protocol Support: Fully compatible with a vast array of standard communication protocols (including JTAG, SPI, I2C, BDM, and UART). Specialised channel-sharing features allow the system to allocate lines to easily program large-scale eMMC and parallel NAND flash memories.

  • Robust Hardware & Signal Paths: Equipped with 1 GB of on-board Dynamic Memory and up to 256 GB of storage memory. Each channel features 8 digital I/O lines coupled with dedicated ground returns and two programmable output voltage lines for pristine signal delivery.

  • Optoisolated Industrial Interfaces: Includes a 1 Gbit/s Fast Ethernet interface with autocrossing, a USB-UART interface, and a dedicated fixture control interface for standalone mode—all fully digitally optoisolated to protect sensitive circuitry.

  • Advanced Diagnostics & Relay Barrier Control: Features built-in power voltage and continuous current monitoring for every individual channel, an on-board timekeeper for time-stamped logging, and integrated control lines for optional 1-2 or 3-4 channel Relay Barrier tools.

  • Uncompromising Production Security: Utilises encrypted FRB files to eliminate the risk of binary hacking and antipiracy concerns on the production floor. Comprehensive tracking includes user permission management, cycle counting, automated memory dump/compare, and detailed language-based error logs.

  • Expert Local Integration & Support: Backed by SMH’s three-year warranty, our engineering teams in Sweden and Denmark manage the entire deployment process, assisting with physical fixture nesting, customised internal wiring, algorithm packages, and ongoing software calibration.

Applications

This highly flexible and compact programming platform is ideal for low-to-medium volume production lines, automated ATE test environments, and manual benchtop fixtures where maximum performance, strict IP protection, and space optimisation are vital.

Björn Larsson

Head of Sales

Mats Klarholm

Senior Advisor and
Technical Sales

Sanel Merdovic

Head of Test and Service Department

Per Pedersen

Technical Sales and Projects