​JCOP Tools 5.32.0.4

JCOP Tools 5.32.0.4 is a set of software tools designed for developing Java Card applets on NXP's JCOP smart card platform. This document serves as a guide to get started with these tools, covering installation, setup, and basic usage.

The tools are provided as plug-ins for the Eclipse IDE (Integrated Development Environment), a popular platform for software development. This integration allows developers to leverage the familiar Eclipse environment while working on Java Card applets.

The guide begins by outlining the system requirements for installing the JCOP Tools. It specifies the supported operating systems (Windows, Linux, Mac OS X), the minimum required version of Java, and the compatible Eclipse versions. It also mentions the need for a smart card reader to interact with the physical smart cards during development and testing.

The installation process is described in detail, starting with the JCShell, a command-line tool for interacting with the Java Card OS. It then moves on to installing the JCOP Tools plug-in within Eclipse. The guide provides step-by-step instructions, including screenshots, to make the installation process easier for users.

After installation, the JCOP Tools need to be activated before they can be used. The guide explains the activation process, which involves either referring to an existing installation, using a JCOP engineering sample card, or entering an activation code provided by NXP.

The document also covers the initial steps after installation, such as accessing the comprehensive help resources available within the JCOP Tools package. These resources include tutorials, API references, and command-line help within the JCShell.

Additionally, the guide touches upon some advanced topics like module management, which allows users to install or remove modules like the JCOP Simulator and JCOPx API. It also mentions the JCOP Trace Analyzer, a tool for analyzing traces generated by the JCOP simulator to aid in debugging Java Card applets.

Towards the end, the document lists some known issues and deprecations, which can be helpful for troubleshooting problems that users might encounter. It concludes with references to other relevant documents and a list of figures used in the guide.