Melabs Serial Programmer 

Our latest PIC Programmer uses a serial port to interface to your computer.  This makes it compatible with computers that don't have parallel ports.  It also allows the use of a USB-to-Serial adapter for those computers that only have USB ports.

The programmer consists of two parts.  The programmer board is specifically designed for In-Circuit Serial Programming (ICSP).  An adapter is included to allow the programming of DIP-packaged PICs from 8 to 40 pins.  The programmer is compatible with the complete line of Programming Adapters.  This allows you to program almost any ICSP-capable PIC in almost any package.

The new design is small and compact.  The programmer board measures only 1.8" x 2.3".  Power is supplied by a 16VDC, 500mA, AC adapter (center-pin positive).  A dual color LED indicates programmer status.  The connection to the computer is via a standard 9-pin serial cable.

Included in the melabs Serial Programmer package:

  • melabs Serial Programmer
  • ZIF Adapter for 8 through 40-pin, DIP packaged PICs
  • melabs Programmer Software
  • 9-pin Serial Cable

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 may be run as a standalone application or launched from most program editor/IDE packages like MicroCode Studio.

The melabs programmer 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 Compiler, or PicBasic Pro Compiler.

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 right-click gives you the choice of viewing ASCII, Decimal, or Hexadecimal.

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.

melabs Serial Programmer Features:

  • Fast serial operation at 115,200 bps
  • Can be used with USB-to-Serial adapters
  • Dual-color indicator shows ready/busy states
  • In-Circuit Serial Programming (ICSP) connector for interface to project board
  • Full featured software included with support for all ICSP-capable PICmicro MCUs
  • Compatible with Microchip HEX format files
  • Compatible with all Programming Adapters

 

Current PICmicro support, melabs Serial Programmer for Windows 98/Me/NT/2000/XP:

12C508(A), 12C509(A), 12CE518, 12CE519, 12C671, 12C672, 12CE673, 12CE674, 12F629, 12F675: Supported.

14000: Supported using PIC14000 ZIF Adapter.

16C432, 16C433: Supported using In-Circuit Serial Programming.

16C52, 16C54, 16C55, 16C56, 16C57, 16C58, 16HV540: Not supported.

16C505, 16C554, 16C557, 16C558, 16C61, 16C62(AB), 16C63(A), 16C64(A), 16C642, 16C65(AB), 16C66, 16C662, 16C67, 16C620(A), 16C621(A), 16C622(A), 16CE623, 16CE624, 16CE625, 16C71, 16C710, 16C711, 16C712, 16C715, 16C716, 16C717, 16C72(A),  16C73(AB), 16C74(AB), 16C745, 16C76, 16C765, 16C77, 16C773, 16C774, 16C84: Supported.

16C770, 16C771, 16C781, 16C782: Supported using 8/18/20 Pin ZIF Adapter.

16C923, 16C924, 16C925, 16C926: Supported using 68 Pin PLCC Adapter.

16F627(A), 16F628(A), 16F630, 16F676, 16F72, 16F73, 16F737, 16F74, 16F747, 16F76, 16F767, 16F77, 16F777, 16F818, 16F819, 16F83, 16F84(A), 16F87, 16F88, 16F870, 16F871, 16F872, 16F873(A), 16F874(A), 16F876(A), 16F877(A): Supported.

17C42(A), 17C43, 17C44: Not supported.

17C752, 17C756(A): Supported using 1768 PLCC Adapter.

17C762, 17C766: Supported using 1784 PLCC Adapter.

18F1220, 18F1320, 18F2220, 18F2320, 18C242, 18F242, 18F2439, 18F248, 18C252, 18F252, 18F2539, 18F258, 18F4220, 18F4320, 18C442, 18F442, 18F4439, 18F448, 18C452, 18F452, 18F4539, 18F458: Supported.

18F6520, 18F6525, 18F6585, 18F6620, 18F6621, 18F6680, 18F6720: Supported using 1864 TQFP Adapter.

18F8520, 18F8525, 18F8585, 18F8620, 18F8621, 18F8680, 18F8720: Supported using 1880 TQFP Adapter.

18C601, 18C658: Supported using 1868 PLCC Adapter.

18C801, 18C858: Supported using 1884 PLCC Adapter.

rfPIC12C509AF, rfPIC12C509AG, rfPIC12F675F, rfPIC12F675H, rfPIC12F675K: Supported.

PicStic1, PicStic1 2K, PicStic2, PicStic2 2K, PicStic3, PicStic 3 2K, PicStic4, PicStic4 2K, and PicStic5: Supported using 
 
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