> For the complete documentation index, see [llms.txt](https://nxp.gitbook.io/rddrone-bms772/llms.txt). Markdown versions of documentation pages are available by appending `.md` to page URLs; this page is available as [Markdown](https://nxp.gitbook.io/rddrone-bms772/master/user-guide/getting-started-with-the-rddrone-bms772/required-equipment-and-software.md).

# Required equipment and software

To use this BMS772  kit, you will need: 

### Additional items needed

* LiPo battery pack 
  * 3S to 6S with cell balancing connector - Voltage range of 6V to 26V
* Suitable charger for the type of battery
* Soldering iron to configure the board
* External Thermistor temperature sensor with cable and JST-GH 2-pin connector (optional)
* Debugger: 
  * Segger J-Link Mini debugger
  * PEMicro universal multilink 
  * or other suitable JTAG/SWD debugger 

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***Note**:  The HoverGames Drone Kit (KIT-HGDRONEK66) and/or  FMU Kit (RDDRONE-FMUK66) both include a **DCD-LZ adapter** and **Segger J-Link Mini EDU** and an **FTDI USBUART-3v3** cable**.*** 

*By using the DCD-LZ interface and **USBUART** cable you will also gain access to the command line interface (CLI) of the board.*
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### Software tools and sources

* S32 Design Studio for ARM-based MCUs (recommended)
* Alternatively : PX4 or NuttX build environment depending on what code source is used. 
* PX4/NuttX board target example code (optional, see Software guide)

***Note**: The RDDRONE-BMS772 board allows to open the charge circuit when the battery is overcharging , to perform cell balancing and to monitor all cell voltages. Therefore the charger does not need to have a cell terminal connector.*