Microchip Technology MPLAB® PM3 Universal Device Programmer

Microchip Technology MPLAB PM3 Universal Device Programmer (DV007004) enables designers to quickly program the Microchip PIC^® MCUs and dsPIC^® DSCs. The programmer features an LCD display, integrated ICSP support, fast programming, 40-programmable socket pins, and a Secure Digital/Multimedia Card slot for secure data storage and transfer. The 128x64 pixel LCD display shows menus, programming statistics, and status information.

An optional adapter (AC164350) allows the use of the current PROMATE.II socket modules on the MPLAB PM3 programmer. Using interchangeable socket modules, the DV007004 MPLAB PM3 can support the entire line of Microchip devices and package options. Each socket module can be configured to support many different devices. Designers can use the programmer in PC host mode for full control, a safe mode for secure data, or a standalone mode for programming without a PC.

Features

RS-232 or USB interface
Integrated In-Circuit Serial Programming™ (ICSP™) interface
Fast programming time
Three operating modes
- PC Host mode for full control
- Safe mode for secure data
- Standalone mode for programming without a PC
Complete line of interchangeable socket modules to support all Microchip devices and package options (sold separately)
SQTPsm serialization for programming unique serial numbers while in PC Host mode

An alternate DOS command-line interface is available for batch control
Supports PROMATE® II socket modules via an adapter (AC164350 - sold separately)
Large easy-to-read display
Field upgradeable firmware allows quick device support
Secure Digital (SD) and Multimedia Card (MMC)
Buzzer notification for noisy environments

Tools

MPLAB PM3 System Components
- MPLAB PM3 Universal Device Programmer

Socket connectors
- USB interface cable to connect to any standard PC USB port
- ICSP cable
- Power supply and power cables
- MPLAB X IDE Software
- MPLAB X IPE Software