Microchip Technology Universal Device Programmer DV007004 DV007004 User Manual
Product codes
DV007004
© 2006 Microchip Technology Inc.
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MPLAB
®
PM3
USER’S GUIDE
Chapter 5. Using MPLAB PM3 in Stand-Alone Mode
5.1
INTRODUCTION
This chapter briefly describes how to use the MPLAB PM3 device programmer in
Stand-Alone mode. The device programmer provides a graphical LCD interface that
gives complete control over a programming session. Topics covered in this chapter
include:
• Getting Started in Stand-alone Mode
• Programming a Device
See Chapter 8. “Stand-Alone Reference” for detailed descriptions on how to use
MPLAB PM3 in Stand-Alone mode.
Stand-Alone mode. The device programmer provides a graphical LCD interface that
gives complete control over a programming session. Topics covered in this chapter
include:
• Getting Started in Stand-alone Mode
• Programming a Device
See Chapter 8. “Stand-Alone Reference” for detailed descriptions on how to use
MPLAB PM3 in Stand-Alone mode.
5.2
GETTING STARTED IN STAND-ALONE MODE
MPLAB PM3 operating in Stand-Alone mode allows you to read, program and verify a
device without using a PC. Stand-Alone mode is useful in situations where a PC may
not be available or even required, such as in the field or in a lab production
environment.
device without using a PC. Stand-Alone mode is useful in situations where a PC may
not be available or even required, such as in the field or in a lab production
environment.
5.2.1
Installing a Socket Module
See Section 2.3.3 “Installing a Socket Module or ICSP Cable” for instructions.
Be sure to install the appropriate socket for the device being programmed. When the
MPLAB PM3 device programmer is powered up, the unit automatically detects the type
of socket module installed. If the part does not support the installed socket, MPLAB
PM3 will list the appropriate sockets to use.
MPLAB PM3 device programmer is powered up, the unit automatically detects the type
of socket module installed. If the part does not support the installed socket, MPLAB
PM3 will list the appropriate sockets to use.
5.2.2
Downloading a Hex File into MPLAB PM3 Memory
To set up MPLAB PM3 for Stand-Alone mode, you will need either a PC to download
the hex file or a master device to read into MPLAB PM3 memory. Refer to Chapter
2. “Installing MPLAB PM3” and Section 4.5.3 “Loading the Hex Code into Pro-
gram Memory” for instructions on connecting MPLAB PM3 to a PC and downloading
a hex file, respectively.
Now you are ready to use MPLAB PM3 in Stand-Alone mode.
the hex file or a master device to read into MPLAB PM3 memory. Refer to Chapter
2. “Installing MPLAB PM3” and Section 4.5.3 “Loading the Hex Code into Pro-
gram Memory” for instructions on connecting MPLAB PM3 to a PC and downloading
a hex file, respectively.
Now you are ready to use MPLAB PM3 in Stand-Alone mode.
Note: An 18-inch ICSP cable is included with MPLAB PM3, eliminating the need
for an ICSP socket.
Note 1: MPLAB PM3 allows hot swapping of socket modules. If the status LED is
not lit, feel free to switch sockets.
2: In order to use PRO MATE II socket modules with MPLAB PM3, you must
obtain an AC164350 adapter kit. See the “Development System Ordering
Guide” (DS30177).
Guide” (DS30177).