1.2.1 Installing X2C Libraries

Pre-requisites

Before proceeding with the installation, ensure you have the following software installed:

Installation Steps for X2C Library

  1. Download X2C Library:

    Visit the X2C download page and download X2C v6.3 or above.

    Selecting X2C Installer

  2. Run the X2C Installer:

    Execute the downloaded X2C Installer and follow the on-screen instructions.

  3. Select Installation Components:

    At the "Select Components" menu, choose "Compact Installation with Microchip Support" and click "Next".

    Components Selection

  4. Configure Harmony 3 Path:

    Certain library files from X2C need to be copied to your local MPLAB Harmony 3 X2C installation folder. The X2C Installer can handle this automatically if you provide the local Harmony 3 installation path. This step is crucial for adding Scilab/Xcos + X2C model-based development support in the MPLAB Harmony 3 environment.

    Set Harmony 3 Path
    Note: This is an important step that integrates Scilab/Xcos with the X2C model-based development support in the MPLAB Harmony 3 environment.

  5. Complete the Installation:

    Follow the remaining self-explanatory installation instructions to complete the X2C installation.

    The X2C Installer will also download and install the requisite version of Scilab/Xcos if it is not already installed.

By following these steps, you will successfully install the X2C Library and integrate it with the MPLAB Harmony 3 environment, enabling model-based development using Scilab/Xcos.