This professional USB PIC programmer from Cana Kit is a great tool for PIC programming. It comes with ZIF sockets, an ICSP header, and an ICD2 port, making it easy to program various PIC microcontrollers. It's 100% compatible with MPLAB (PICkit 2 interface), so you can program popular models like the PIC16F84A, PIC16F628, PIC18F458, and PIC16F877. Instead of using a traditional serial port, it uses a USB port for power and connection to your computer, eliminating the need for a separate power supply. With a wide range of optional adapters for 8 - 40 pin DIP sizes and a program - run switch, it supports in - circuit programming. It includes standalone Windows programming software fully supported by Microchip, and its firmware can be easily updated via Microchip’s official website as new devices are released. Features include being fully assembled and tested, having a USB connection with a cable, no need for a power supply, full compatibility with PicKit2 and Microchip’s MPLAB IDE, ZIF sockets for easy handling, 6 - pin ICSP and RJ - 11 ICD2 ports for programming, support for 8 - 40 pin PIC microcontrollers, and power and programming LEDs. It also comes with an instruction manual.
Using this PIC programmer is straightforward. First, connect it to your computer via the included USB cable. The programmer doesn't need a separate power supply, so you can start right away. If you're programming a PIC microcontroller, use the appropriate adapter for its pin size (it supports 8 - 40 pin devices). Insert the microcontroller into the ZIF socket for easy programming and removal. You can use the 6 - pin ICSP or RJ - 11 ICD2 port for programming. The program - run switch allows for direct in - circuit program execution. Make sure to use the standalone Windows programming software that comes with it, which is fully supported by Microchip. When new devices are released, you can update the firmware easily by downloading the updates from Microchip’s official website. As for maintenance, keep the programmer clean and free from dust. Don't expose it to extreme temperatures or humidity. Always handle the microcontrollers carefully when inserting and removing them from the ZIF socket to avoid damage.
