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11 years ago

Error (209059): Can't communicate with device. Device will stop functioning...

Hi guys Im getting this error: Error (209059): Can't communicate with device. Device will stop functioning when it reaches its non-tethered mode timeout limit. I have a new Cyclone...
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11 years ago

For the tethered mode to work, you need to not only have the JTAG cable connected, but the Quartus II programmer running as well. Also, some/all of the licensed IP won't work if the FPGA is configured from flash at power up vs using the JTAG cable.