Aditional Information
In-Circuit
Serial Programming: The U2 Programmer is capable of programming PIC MCUs in-circuit. This allows you to
solder the chip to your board before you program it, making both
development and production more convenient. To use this feature, your
target board must have some means of connecting to the 10-pin header on
the programmer.
Automated
Programming: The Programmer Software can be controlled with command-line
switches. This allows you to automate repetitive programming processes
for production or development. You can even disable the graphic user
interface (GUI) so that options and settings can't be changed
accidentally. This also makes it possible to perform multiple
programming tasks from a batch file or custom application.
Software:
The programmer includes software for Windows 98/Me/NT/2000/XP. This
software allows you to control the programmer and set the configuration
bits on the PIC.

The software is compatible with the standard
Microchip HEX format files. Any assembler or compiler for PICmicros can
be used to create the program, including MPASM, "C",
PICBASIC™, or
PICBASIC PRO™.
The software can even control multiple
programmers on one computer.
The software allows you to set configuration
bits on the PIC with an easy-to-use list of options. Each configuration
option is selectable in a drop-down list. Configuration data may be
read from a hex file or from a PIC.
The consolidated view-memory window lets you
view each section of memory in the PIC with a click.
A formidable list of options allow you to
customize the way you interact with the software. You control what
areas of the device are erased, programmed, and verified. Save mouse
clicks with options like "Disable completion messages" and "Erase before
programming".
The programmer's firmware can be upgraded
electronically with the click of the mouse. You don't have to worry
about whether your hardware is compatible when purchasing a software
upgrade. Any required firmware changes will be included in the
purchased upgrade.
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Configuration Window |

Memory Window |
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Options Menu |
USB PIC Programmer |