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1. SAMPLE ASH 8x8 Software Multiplier for 16Cxxx Family 36 36 36 The 16 bit result is stored in 2 bytes Before calling the subroutine mpy the multiplier should be loaded in location mulplr and the multiplicand in mulcnd The 16 bit result is stored in locations H byte amp L byte JE JE JE 3 3 3 3 JE JE 36 36 LIST p 16F8h PIC16F844 is the target processor include P16F8h INC Include header file cblock 8 Temporary storage mulcnd 8 bit multiplicand nulplr 8 bit multiplier this register will be set to zero after multiply H byte High byte of the 16 bit result huto stow huto af the 44 hit socult Figure 4 5 Copying Source Code from sample asm Use the MPLAB Editor copy the source code in the sample asm window
2. 8 56 D Read Device 58 Default Voltages 03 INHX IZ eco ene 54 Development Mode ere nette les 54 And Program Memory 52 Installation Device Hardware 17 1 1 1 1 1 rii aaas 62 MPLAB Software 19 Device ID oa ett iei ii 63 Internet Address 5 Setting Manually 63 J Device Programmer Dialog 38 43 50 Disable Programmer 68 JW package cet tegit tts 55 Document Conventions 2 2001 Microchip Technology Inc DS51028D page 81 PICSTART Plus User s Guide L FEDS tt oai 79 Loading a Hex File 53 M Microchip Internet Web Site 5 petente diete de 9 16 54 MPLAB Development Tools 16 MPLAB Editor 16 MPLAB IDE iati ettet 14 15 Install irit ann 9 etes 19 Starting 20 MPLAB Project 27 MPLAB Projects 16 MPLAB C17 C Compiler 16 MPLAB ICE
3. 56 R Read Device Dialog 58 67 Reading Calibration Memory 59 68 as 58 Entire Device 64 Reset Programmer 69 Restoring Calibration Values 46 232 Paese ede E Rud de 15 17 21 S Selecting Development Mode 52 Serial Port 15 17 21 71 Software Installation MPLAB 19 SOT Pe r A E 63 Starting PICSTART Plus 23 Storing Calibration Data 36 System Requirements Host Computer 17 Troubleshooting 75 V 56 Voltages t 63 nie 63 Vpp Adjustment eese 73 W Windowed Device 55 WWW Address 5 DS51028D page 82 2001 Microchip Technology Inc Index NOTES 2001 Microchip Technology Inc DS51028D page 83 PICSTART Plus User s Guide NOTES DS51028D page 84 2001 Microchip Technology Inc Index NOTES 2001 Microchip Technology Inc DS51028D page 85 PICSTART Plus User s Guide NOTES DS51028D page 86 2001 Microchip Technology Inc Index NOTES 2001 Microchip Technology Inc DS51028D page 87 PI
4. 59 Example 09180018 57 67 Creating an MPLAB Project and Programming Example HAS Anita T 8 34 Source Code 27 Read Device ied es 59 68 Mid Range PlCmicro MCU Programming 25 re An nd 59 68 Programming a PIC12C508A 35 43 Calibration Memory Programming Calibration Memory Programming 34 DEVICES 34 GE Compliance 14 Restoring Calibration Values 46 Coda Protect 78 Storing Calibration Data 36 2611018 ep 57 67 COMO Problems E File Formats 10110011 54 Communication 71 Firmware Communications Port 15 17 21 75 Copying from Programmed Device 58 Components 14 55 Configuration Bits sn corso etsi Tess 31 51 H Erasing ceret et ee et dires 69 Hardware Installation 17 Program Verify 56 11 inte iib ie 77 Read Device 58 Generating from MPLAB Project 54 Setting iie ER Re aris 11 Loading into Program Memory 53 Copying Firmware from Programmed Device 58 ID bocatlons ie 63 Customer Support
5. Figure 5 5 Windowed Device 2 Place the device in an Ultraviolet UV EPROM Eraser The amount of time required to completely erase a UV erasable device depends on the wavelength of the light its intensity distance from UV source and the process technology of the device the size of the memory cells 3 Before attempting to program the device perform the blank check again to verify that it is blank If the device is EEPROM FLASH you do not have to erase it before reprogramming it These devices are electrically erased before programming p weegenq 2001 Microchip Technology Inc DS51028D page 55 PICSTART Plus User s Guide 5 3 6 Programming a Device To program the entire device i e all of program memory configuration bits etc click Program in the PICSTART Plus Device Programmer dialog To program selectively e g part of program memory only configuration bits select PICSTART Plus gt Program Verify to open the Program Verify dialog Figure 5 6 Select the options for programming then click Program in the Program Verify dialog to program the device Program Verify Ed Start Address End Address Program
6. 0098 1085 1505 0000 1585 0000 0000 0808 1185 0080 0060 1860 2893 1105 1683 3000 0088 1283 0088 0008 1283 0185 0188 1683 3000 0088 3000 0080 0085 1283 0185 3038 0088 0000 1585 0000 PL 0088 1185 3000 0060 2079 2079 2079 2079 2079 JUUUJ 1 Figure 5 4 Program Memory Code Display If you do not have a hex file with which to program your device you can build one using MPLAB Projects The MPLAB IDE User s Guide contains several tutorials that instruct you on using MPLAB Projects to develop your own firmware Each time you rebuild your project the Program Memory window will be updated 5 3 4 File Formats Used by PICSTART Plus PICSTART Plus can use information directly from the MPLAB IDE projects without any intermediate steps MPASM can be used separately from the MPLAB IDE to produce hex files for PICSTART Plus Alternatively devices can be programmed with hex files from any PlCmicro MCU compatible cross assembler or cross compiler If you are using MPASM separate from the MPLAB IDE or are using the MPLAB IDE to generate hex files for use with PICSTART Plus you should use either INHX8M or INHX32 hex formats MPASM s default output format for hex files is INHX8M If you are programming PIC17CXXX or PIC18CXXX devices you should use INHX32 format See the MPASM User s Guide with MPLINK and MPLIB for details on file formats DS51028D page 54 2001 Microchi
7. MICROCHIP PICSTART PLUS USER S GUIDE DS51028D MICROCHIP All rights reserved Copyright 2001 Microchip Technology Incorporated USA Information contained in this publication regarding device applications and the like is intended through suggestion only and may be superseded by updates No rep resentation or warranty is given and no liability is assumed by Microchip Technology Incorporated with respect to the accu racy or use of such information or infringement of patents or other intellectual property rights arising from such use or oth erwise Use of Microchip s products as critical components in life support systems is not authorized except with express written approval by Microchip No licenses are conveyed implicitly or otherwise under any intellectual property rights The Microchip logo and name are registered trademarks of Microchip Technology Inc in the U S A and other countries All rights reserved All other trademarks mentioned herein are the property of their respective companies No licenses are conveyed implicitly or otherwise under any intellectual prop erty rights DNV Certification Inc DNV MSC The Netherlands Accredited by the RvA ANSI RAB ES TINA ISO 9001 QS 9000 REGISTERED FIRM 0 k M Trademarks The Microchip name logo PIC PICmicro PICMASTER PIC START PRO MATE KEELOQ SEEVAL MPLAB The Embedded Control Solutions Company are registered trad
8. 6646 6648 8858 8858 8868 3FFF 0068 0070 8878 0080 0088 8898 E 7 Figure 6 4 Program Memory Window You can view the Program Memory as hex code machine code or disassembled with symbols if available Change display mode by clicking on the system button and selecting the display option from the system menu 2001 Microchip Technology Inc DS51028D page 65 PICSTART Plus User s Guide 6 6 Program Verify Dialog To program or verify selectively e g part of program me
9. mE Figure 4 11 PIC16F84 Code in Program Memory EEE UN DS51028D page 32 2001 Microchip Technology Inc Programming Examples 4 2 7 Programming the Device Now that the data is in program memory you can program the device Click Program in the PICSTART Plus Device Programmer dialog window will indicate the progress and will indicate success or failure when finished Program Verify x Start Address p Programming End Address 3FF C4 Program Memory Configuration Bits ID Locations EEPROM Data Memory Code Protect Setting Valid Addresses Off 0000 03FF 6 Program Verify lose Figure 4 12 Programming the PIC16F84 4 2 8 Verifying the Programming Click Verify to double check the programming in the device If any address locations on the device do not match program memory an error log will display the discrepancies mn P4 X 14 2001 Microchip Technology Inc DS51028D page 33 PICSTART Plus User s Guide 43 Example Programming Calibration Devices 4 3 1 4 3 2 The two part tutorial in this section leads you through the steps involved in programming devices that have been supplied by the factory with calibration memory Thi
10. PlCmicro Mid Range MCU Family Reference Manual 0533023 This manual explains the general details and operation of the MCU family architecture and peripheral modules It is designed to complement the device data sheets Microsoft Windows Manuals This manual assumes that users are familiar with Microsoft Windows operating system Many excellent references exist for this software program and should be consulted for general operation of Windows Troubleshooting See Appendix C for information on common problems DS51028D page 4 2001 Microchip Technology Inc General Information The Microchip Internet Web Site Microchip provides online support on the Microchip World Wide Web WWW site The web site is used by Microchip as a means to make files and information easily available to customers To view the site the user must have access to the Internet and a web browser such as Netscape Communicator or Microsoft Internet Explorer Files are also available for FTP download from our FTP site Connecting to the Microchip Internet Website The Microchip web site is available by using your favorite Internet browser to attach to http www microchip com The file transfer site is available by using an FTP program client to connect to ftp ftp microchip com The web site and file transfer site provide a variety of services Users may download files for the latest Development Tools Data Sheets Application Notes User s
11. 1 mplab Cy c progra 1 mplab example help oldfirm Drives Sc m Figure 5 3 Import Emulation Memory Dialog The Program Memory window should now contain the hex code from the hex file Figure 5 4 If the Program Memory window is not open select Window gt Program Memory to open it 2001 Microchip Technology Inc DS51028D page 53 PICSTART Plus User s Guide E Program Memory Window 0 0000 P805 3FFF 3FFF 3FFF 1683 3007 009F 0008 1283 0186 O1A8 0105 1683 0186 1283 3008 0010 0083 2089 2079 2079 201C 0824 1903 2812 yy 0018 4 00 1283 2070 2812 01884 0805 1003 2835 5 0020 1003 0083 1603 2826 3010 0003 0186 1683 0028 300F 0086 1283 0823 0086 300F 0506 1903 0030 2845 0186 0423 O0A4 0005 0100 2079 0186 E H y 0038 1683 300F 0086 1283 0823 0086 0825 0606 H X 0040 1903 2845 0186 O1A4 0105 0186 1683 0186 0048 1283 0828 0086 300F 0524 0000 1903 2867 9 0050 30FF 3E01 0660 1603 2851 0060 OE24 390F 0 0058 0066 30FF 3E01 066 1603 285A 0066 1003 2 0060 0066 0066 0826 0720 2068 006 0068 8 amp h 0068 0782 3446 3442 3430 3441 3445 3439 3438 FBORE98 0070 3437 3444 3436 3435 3434 3443 3433 3432 2 0078 3431 0000 OBAO 2879 0008 0061 2093 0821 Ts 0080 0088 1105 1485 0000 1585 0000 1185 0008 0088 0001 2093 0821 0088 1105 1085 0000 1585 M px 0090 0000 1185 0008 0188 1683 30FF 0088 1283
12. 2001 Microchip Technology Inc PICSTART Plus Reference EEPROM Data For devices with data program or verify the data memory from data in the ory window Refer to the MPLAB IDE User s Guide for more information on data EEPROM and the Memory window Calibration Memory For devices with calibration memory program or verify the calibration memory from data in the Cali bration Memory window Refer to the MPLAB IDE User s Guide for more information on calibration memory and the Calibration Memory window Code Protect Settings Shows the status and availability of code protection for the selected device 6 7 Read Device Dialog To read selectively e g part of program memory only configuration bits etc select PICSTART Plus gt Head Device to display the Read Device dialog Figure 6 6 Select the options to be read and then click Read in this dialog to read the device The memory area corresponding to the checked boxes will be read Areas that are grayed out are not available on the device Close will exit the dialog Read Device Ed Start Address End Address Program Memory Configuration Bits ID Locations EEPHOM Data Calibration Close Figure 6 6 Read Device Dialog IS To selectively read you will need to adjust the following settings in the Read Device dialog Start Address The starting address in progra
13. Then select the Untitled source code window and paste the code into it When you are finished placing the source code in the Untitled window save your file Select File gt Save As and specify the name psp16f 84 asm Save File As xi File Name Directories psp16f84 asm c Sprogra 1 mplab Cancel 12c50871 asm goces 12c508a asm 5 12c508a2 asm 14000 2 mplab dii demo877 asm example asm oldfirm UNIX format example asm CN template Keep backup example2 asm List Files of Type Drives Network Source files c7 asm c Figure 4 6 Saving Your Source File 2001 Microchip Technology Inc DS51028D page 29 PICSTART Plus User s Guide 4 2 5 Building the Project s Hex Code Now build the project and create the hex file Select Project gt Build All Build Results olx Building PSP16F84 HEX E Compiling PSP16F84 ASH Command line C PROGRAT1 MPLABAMPASMWIN EXE p16F84 q C PROGRA 1 MPLAB PSP16F84 ASt Build completed successfully WZ Figure 4 7 Build Results Window 4 2 6 Starting PICSTART Plus To enable PICSTART Plus select PICSTART Plus gt Enable Programmer from the MPLAB menu The PICSTART Plus Device Programmer dialog and Configuration Bits dialog will appear when the programmer is enabled The Program Memory will also open and will display the hex file you built If the Program Memor
14. make sure PICSTART Plus is checkmarked in the list of com ponents to install As a minimum install the MPLAB IDE software and MPASM MPLINK You should also install the MPLAB SIM and help files Continue with the installation by following the instructions displayed by the installation program Under Language Components select All If you previously installed the MPLAB IDE software but did not install PICSTART Plus you must repeat the installation You can clear all the checkmarks except PICSTART Plus 2001 Microchip Technology Inc DS51028D page 9 PICSTART Plus User s Guide 1 4 Connecting PICSTART Plus to Your PC Follow these steps to connect the PICSTART Plus to your PC WARNING DO NOT connect power with a device in the socket Damage to the device may result 1 Use the RS 232 communications cable to connect the PICSTART Plus to an available COM port on your PC 2 Install the power supply You are now ready to start using PICSTART Plus with the MPLAB IDE 1 5 Using PICSTART Plus with MPLAB IDE 1 5 1 Starting PICSTART Plus 1 Start the MPLAB IDE by double clicking the MPLAB desktop icon or by selecting Programs Microchip MPLAB MPLAB from your Start menu 2 Select Options gt Programmer Options gt Communications Port Setup from the MPLAB menu Select the COM port that the PICSTART Plus is on 3 Ifthe PICSTART Plus menu item is not on the MPLAB menu you must select the PICSTART Plus programmer
15. 6 5 Program Memory Window 65 6 6 Program Verify Dialog uni Ear iter ea cor en 66 6 7 Read Device Dialog IE Ed 67 6 8 PICSTART Plus Menu Items 68 6 9 Upgrading the PICSTART Plus Operating System 69 DS51028D page ii 2001 Microchip Technology Inc Table of Contents Appendix Connecting to a 25 Pin Serial Port Pell APOASE E ee 71 10111101715 aee exe ad e ei ix nn se tin etae 71 3 Connection Description s dcr do 71 Appendix B PICSTART Plus VPP Adjustment D 111000601011 stato esas D ver en Een aita addet Du XE oue x 73 B 2 19101111019 io ne oe DU CA ME 73 73 66606 73 Bib Validation MA NA Aer 73 Appendix C Troubleshooting Gis 111001016110117 75 C2 STING MNS ce ee 75 0 3 gt denim 75 lilo de ENS 81 Worldwide Sales and 90 2001 Microchip Technology Inc DS51028D page iii PICSTART Plus User s Guide NOTES DS51028D page iv 2001 Microchip Technology Inc MICROCHIP PICSTART PLUS USER S GUIDE General Information Int
16. Emulator 16 MPLAB SIM rr eater aies 9 MPLAB SIM Simulator 16 c dire 16 MPLINK tan ge ae dee 16 0 Operating System Rer hene 24 Operating System Upgrade 69 OTP Blank Check sss 55 P PIC12C508A Programming Example 35 43 PIC16C9XX iiini ieoi 13 PIGTACTXX 13 210 54 001800702006 54 PICSTART Plus Device Programmer Dialog nent 50 PICSTART Plus Menu Items 68 PICSTART Plus Programmer Menu 23 Power Supply 18 Program Memory 52 Editor Only nete Dea 65 Emulator ef 65 Erasing mranani 69 Importing a Hex File 53 SimuUlator ete eden 65 Window 52 65 Program Statistics 63 Program Verify Dialog 56 66 Programming Calibration Memory 57 67 Code Protect Settings 57 67 EEPROM Data 57 67 Entire Device 64 49 Selectively 56 66 Verifying
17. In the MPLAB desktop select Options gt Programmer Options gt Select Programmer Select PICSTART Plus Device Programmer and click OK A message will prompt you to restart the MPLAB software in order for the change to take effect Click Yes The MPLAB IDE will shut down and the PICSTART Plus menu will appear on the MPLAB menu when you restart the MPLAB IDE software 4 Select Options gt Development Mode Select the MPLAB SIM or Editor Only development mode and select the device you are going to program Click OK 5 Select PICSTART Plus gt Enable Programmer from the MPLAB menu The MPLAB IDE will attempt to establish communications with the PICSTART Plus and the Program Memory window as well as the PICSTART Plus Device Programmer and Configuration Bits dialogs will appear DS51028D page 10 2001 Microchip Technology Inc Quick Start 1 5 2 Setting up the Device Programmer and Configuration Bits The PICSTART Plus Device Programmer dialog is open whenever the programmer is enabled Closing this dialog disables the programmer 1 Make sure the correct device is displayed If the device you want to pro gram is not listed you may need to upgrade your PICSTART Plus oper ating system see Section 6 9 You may only need to upgrade to the latest version of the MPLAB IDE software 2 f you want to identify the programming on a device e g version con trol click Device ID and edit the device ID or select unprotected check
18. MPASM s _ CONFIG directive to set the configuration bits for the device to be programmed Each time you rebuild your project or reload your hex file the configuration bits will be set according to the values from this directive If you do not set configuration bits in your source code these bits will not be changed If you manually change these bits from their default values using this dialog they will be programmed into the PICmicro MCU device when you program the microcontroller An ID value set in the Edit ID dialog overrides any value set in the program Note Setting configuration bits in the Configuration Bits dialog will not effect emulator or simulator operation To do so use Options gt Development Mode 77 7 77 SS SST 2001 Microchip Technology Inc DS51028D page 51 PICSTART Plus User s Guide 5 3 3 Loading a Hex File into Program Memory About Program Memory When PICSTART Plus is enabled the Program Memory window will be opened in Hex Code format if it is not already open You can view the Program Memory as hex code machine code or disassembled with symbols if available To change display mode click on the system button in the upper left corner of the window and select the display mode from the system menu When in MPLAB ICE emulator mode Program Memory shows the data that is in the emulation memory of the MPLAB ICE pod This memory is read by the MPLAB ICE pr
19. Memory Configuration Bits ID Locations EEPROUM Data _ a amp ibiation Memory Code Protect Setting Valid Addresses Off 0000 0FFF 800 FFF 0000 07FF 400 FFF 0000 03FF All None verify Close Figure 5 6 Program Verify Dialog To compare the contents of the device to the values shown in the MPLAB IDE click Verify Close will exit the dialog To selectively program you will need to adjust the following settings in the Program Verify dialog The memory area corresponding to the checked boxes will be programmed Areas that are grayed out are not available on the device Start Address The starting address in program memory for programming or verification End Address The ending address in program memory for programming or verification Program Memory Program or verify the program memory for the range specified by Start Address and End Address Configuration Bits Program or verify the configuration bits ID Locations Program or verify the ID locations You can set the ID locations using the PICSTART Plus Device Programmer dialog DS51028D page 56 2001 Microchip Technology Inc Using PICSTART Plus EEPROM Data For devices with data EEPROM program or verify the data memory from data in the EEPROM Memory window Refer to the MPLAB IDE User s Guide for more information on data EEPROM and the EEPROM Memory window Calibration Memory For devices with calibration mem
20. Memory shows the data that is in the emulation memory of the MPLAB ICE pod This memory is read by the MPLAB ICE probe when you run single step or trace using the emulator When in the simulator mode or editor only mode the Program Memory window reflects the contents of a memory buffer on the PC This memory is read by MPLAB SIM when you run single step or trace If you read program memory with PICSTART Plus while in emulator or simulator mode it will overwrite the program memory being emulated or simulated This can cause mismatches between the program memory and debug information if you have an MPLAB IDE project open You will be given an option to either close the current MPLAB IDE project or to continue and read the device s memory into the Program Memory window Subsequent debug operations might not work properly Program Memory Window OI x 6666 8192 6193 3008 6694 6816 1663 9691 8888 1803 8792 0092 0093 6B94 2807 3408 81803 J 6616 3835 8891 3020 6696 2881 2818 3FFF 3FFF 0018 3FFF 0020 0028 0030 0038
21. Plus User s Guide Appendix PICSTART Plus Adjustment Describes how to change the VPP programming voltage of older PICSTART Plus hard ware units to comply with revised programming specifications mon problems tions of this document locations and telephone numbers worldwide Conventions Used in this Guide Appendix C Troubleshooting Provides information on solving com Index Provides a cross reference listing of terms features and sec Worldwide Sales and Service Lists Microchip sales and service This manual uses the following documentation conventions Documentation Conventions Description Represents Examples Code Courier font Plain characters Sample code define START Filenames and paths c autoexec bat Angle brackets Variables label exp lt gt Square brackets Optional arguments MPASMWIN main asm Curly brackets and pipe character Choice of mutually exclusive arguments An OR selection errorlevel 0 1 nis a hexadecimal digit Lower case charac Type of data filename ters in quotes Ellipses Used to imply but not show list additional text that is not rele list_option vant to the example list option Oxnnn A hexadecimal number where OxFFFF 0x007A Italic characters A variable argument it can be char isascii click either a type of data lower char ch case characters
22. Ports selection by clicking the sign next to it Double click the port that PICSTART Plus is connected to This is where you can set flow control to Hardware To turn off FIFO click the Port Settings tab and click the Advanced button Deselect the Use FIFO box and click OK DS51028D page 76 2001 Microchip Technology Inc Troubleshooting No PICSTART Plus Menu Visible If you have been using another programmer e g PRO MATE Il the PICSTART Plus menu might not be available SOLUTION Select Options gt Programmer Options gt Select Programmer to open the Select Programmer dialog and choose PICSTART Plus from the list After you select the programmer MPLAB IDE will issue you a warning prompt and shut itself down You must restart MPLAB IDE before the programmer options are available The PICSTART Plus menu will appear on the menu bar when you restart MPLAB IDE Operating System Update Needed If the device you selected when setting up the development mode in MPLAB IDE is not supported by the PICSTART Plus operating system a message box will appear when you try to enable the programmer SOLUTION Upgrade your version of the PICSTART Plus operating system as described in Section 6 9 Make sure to get the latest versions for MPLAB IDE software and PICSTART Plus operating system Section 6 9 When trying to enable the PICSTART Plus with the MPLAB IDE this message appears Incompatible Software and
23. This is to indicate that you are about to program version 2 of your code This will allow you to identify the version of firmware on the device after it is programmed and code protected User Entry 0002 Hex Unprotected Checksum OK Figure 4 24 Using Device ID to Identify Firmware or Other Information 2001 Microchip Technology Inc DS51028D page 43 PICSTART Plus User s Guide 4 3 4 3 Setting Up the Configuration Bits Dialog The Configuration Bits dialog opens when PICSTART Plus is enabled If you closed the Configuration Bits dialog reopen it by clicking Configuration Bits in the PICSTART Plus Device Programmer dialog Configuration Bits Oscillator Watchdog Timer Code Protect Master Clear Figure 4 25 Configuration Bits Dialog PIC16F84 Use the default values for the configuration bits Make sure Code Protect is Off DS51028D page 44 2001 Microchip Technology Inc Programming Examples 4 3 4 4 Loading the Hex File to be Programmed Before you load the device s calibration data into program memory load the file to be programmed Select File gt Import gt Import to Memory to load the hex code into the MPLAB Program Memory window Select 1250822 hex This is similar to the program you originally used to program the part but it has been modified slightly for this exercise The Program Memory window should now con
24. Wokingham Berkshire England RG41 5TU Tel 44 118 921 5869 Fax 44 118 921 5820 01 30 01 All rights reserved 2001 Microchip Technology Incorporated Printed in the USA 2 01 es Printed on recycled paper Information contained in this publication regarding device applications and the like is intended through suggestion only and may be superseded by updates It is your responsibility to ensure that your application meets with your specifications No representation or warranty is given and no liability is assumed by Microchip Technology Incorporated with respect to the accuracy or use of such information or infringement of patents or other intellectual property rights arising from such use or otherwise Use of Microchip s products as critical components in life support systems is not authorized except with express written approval by Microchip No licenses are conveyed implicitly or otherwise except as maybe explicitly expressed herein under any intellec tual property rights The Microchip logo and name are registered trademarks of Microchip Technology Inc in the U S A and other countries All rights reserved All other trademarks mentioned herein are the property of their respective companies DS51028D page 90 2001 Microchip Technology Inc
25. are set to a 1 unprogrammed state 2001 Microchip Technology Inc DS51028D page 63 PICSTART Plus User s Guide Read Program Verify Reads all program memory configuration bits ID locations EEPROM data and calibration memory on the device Programs all program memory configuration bits ID locations EEPROM data and calibration mem ory on the device Verifies that the programming on the device matches the program memory configuration bits ID locations EEPROM and calibration memory val ues in the MPLAB IDE and in the PICSTART Plus Device Programmer dialog 6 4 Configuration Bits Dialog The Configuration Bits dialog Figure 6 3 is displayed whenever the programmer is enabled If you close the Configuration Bits dialog you can reopen it by clicking Configuration Bits in the PICSTART Plus Device Programmer dialog The bits listed in the Configuration Bits dialog depend on the device you have selected Configuration Bits cd x Oscillator Watchdog Timer Power Up Timer Code Protect pff Brown Out Detect DS51028D page 64 Figure 6 3 Configuration Bits Dialog 2001 Microchip Technology Inc PICSTART Plus Reference 6 5 Program Memory Window When PICSTART Plus is enabled the Program Memory window will be opened in Hex Code format if it is not already open When in the MPLAB ICE emulator mode Program
26. listname yourname Here is an example subscribe programmers John Doe To UNSUBSCRIBE from these lists send a message to listserv mail microchip com with the following as the body unsubscribe lt listname gt yourname Here is an example unsubscribe programmers John Doe The following sections provide descriptions of the available Development Systems lists Compilers The latest information on Microchip C compilers Linkers and Assemblers These include MPLAB C17 MPLAB C18 MPLINK MPASM as well as the Librarian MPLIB for MPLINK To SUBSCRIBE to this list send a message to listserv mail microchip com with the following as the body subscribe compilers yourname DS51028D page 6 2001 Microchip Technology Inc General Information Emulators The latest information on Microchip In Circuit Emulators These include MPLAB ICE and PICMASTER To SUBSCRIBE to this list send a message to listservGmail microchip com with the following as the body subscribe emulators yourname Programmers The latest information on Microchip device programmers These include PRO MATE Il and PICSTART Plus To SUBSCRIBE to this list send a message to listservGmail microchip com with the following as the body subscribe programmers yourname MPLAB The latest information on Microchip MPLAB the Windows Integrated Development Environment for development systems tools This list is focused on MPLAB MPLAB SIM M
27. page 61 PICSTART Plus User s Guide 6 3 PICSTART Plus Device Programmer Dialog The PICSTART Plus Device Programmer dialog Figure 6 1 is displayed whenever the programmer is enabled Closing the PICSTART Plus Device Programmer dialog will disable the programmer The options in the dialog will show the current values if active or will be disabled grayed out The Voltage section is set to default voltages and cannot be changed PICSTART Plus Device Programmer Device Specifications Device gt Confiquration Bits ID s and Checksum Program Statistics Device ID 2F7F7F7F Pass 000000 Checksum 2F7F Fail 000000 Voltages Total 000000 VDD Min 5 v Reset VDD Max Close SOTE File emend ps SU TP File Used Blank Read Program Verify Figure 6 1 PICSTART Plus Device Programmer Dialog To program a device you will need to set the following options in the PICSTART Plus Device Programmer dialog Device Sets the PlCmicro MCU device type to use with PICSTART Plus The default is the device that was selected when you set up the development mode Note Setting the device type here will close any open MPLAB IDE projects except in Edi tor Only mode and clear the program memory configuration bits and ID locations DS51028D page 62 2001 Microchip Technology Inc PICSTART Plus Reference ID s and Checksum Click Device ID to open
28. the Edit ID dialog to edit the ID value or program the unprotected checksum to the device User Entry 0001 Hex gt Unprotected Checksum OK Cancel Figure 6 2 Edit ID Dialog If a particular ID value is to be programmed select User Entry and enter the 4 or 8 digit hex value for the ID To have the unprotected checksum auto matically programmed into the ID value for the device select Unprotected CheckSum Click OK to set the option or click Cancel to return to the PICSTART Plus Device Programmer dialog without setting the ID option You can also use the _ _ IDLOCS directive to set the ID bytes Each time you rebuild your project or reload your hex file the ID locations will be set according to the values from this directive An ID value set in the Edit ID dialog overrides any value set in the program Program Statistics Shows the number of successful Pass and unsuc cessful Fail programming instances as well as the Total Click Reset to reset the counters Voltages Lists default voltages The Voltages section is set to default voltages and cannot be changed Close Closes the PICSTART Plus Device Programmer dialog and disables the programmer SQTP File Serialized Quick Turn Production SQTPSM pro gramming is not available for PICSTART Plus Blank Verifies that the device is completely blank all bits are set to a 1 This will also verify that all configu ration bits
29. the README PLS file ASCII text file included with the PICSTART Plus software The README PLS file contains update information that may not be included in this document MPLAB IDE User s Guide DS51025 Comprehensive guide that describes installation and features of Microchip s MPLAB Integrated Development Environment IDE as well as the editor and simulator functions in the MPLAB environment User s Guide with MPLINK 8 MPLIB 0933014 Describes how to use Microchip Universal Microcontroller Assembler MPASM Linker MPLINK and Librarian MPLIB 2001 Microchip Technology Inc DS51028D page 3 PICSTART Plus User s Guide Technical Library CD ROM DS00161 This CD ROM contains comprehensive data sheets for Microchip MCU devices available at the time of print To obtain this disk contact the nearest Microchip Sales and Service location see back page or download individual data sheet files from the Microchip web site http www microchip com Embedded Control Handbook DS00711 This handbook consists of several documents that contain a wealth of information about microcontroller applications To obtain these documents contact the nearest Microchip Sales and Service location see back page The application notes described in these manuals are also obtainable from Microchip Sales and Service locations or from the Microchip web site http www microchip com
30. 0060 8868 8878 3FFF 3FFF 3FFF 3FFF 3FFF c progra 1 mplab psp16f84 asm LIST p 16F84 PIC16F844 is the target processor include P16F85 INC Include header file Configuration Bits cblock 8x18 Temporary storage nulcnd 8 bit multiplicand Oscillator mulpir 8 bit multiplier this register will be set H byte High byte of the 16 bit result Watchdog Timer On L byte Low byte of the 16 bit result Power Up Timer off count loop counter Code Protect endc org 8 goto start Begin Multiplier Routine 6 36 36 J ET All Figure 4 8 Desktop with PICSTART Plus Enabled DS51028D page 30 2001 Microchip Technology Inc Programming Examples 4 2 6 1 PICSTART Plus Device Programmer Dialog The PICSTART Plus Device Programmer dialog must remain open during your programming session PICSTART Plus Device Programmer E3 Device Specifications Device PIC16F84 7 Confiquration 5 ID s and Checksum Program Statistics Device ID TF7F7F7F Pass 000000 Checksum 8775 Fail 000000 Voltages Total 000000 VDD Min Reset VDD PP Close SUTP ile 50117 File Being Used Blank R
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32. 4 0 or Windows 2000 From the Start menu select Programs Microchip MPLAB MPLAB The MPLAB desktop should look like Figure 3 2 Z MPLAB Project Edit Debug PicstartPlus Options Tools Window Help OE 81 PIC18C74 000 000 zdcc BkOn EO 2 Debug Figure 3 2 MPLAB Desktop DS51028D page 20 2001 Microchip Technology Inc PICSTART Plus Installation 3 7 Configuring the Serial Port for PICSTART Plus From the MPLAB IDE select Options gt Programmer Options gt Communications Port Setup dialog similar to the one shown in Figure 3 will appear Communications Port Setup x 1 gt ERM 3 gt COM 2 gt CUM 4 1 Help Figure 3 3 Communications Port Setup Dialog The Communications Port Setup Dialog shows the possible PC serial communication ports Select the COM port to which you connected the PICSTART Plus and click OK The MPLAB IDE will attempt to contact PICSTART Plus to verify the port Click Cancel if you want to close the dialog without selecting a COM port If PICSTART Plus is not found on the selected COM port the dialog shown in Figure 3 4 appears Communications Error x PICSTART PLUS not found on 1 Try again Figure 3 4 Communications Error Dialog Clicking No will retain the new COM port setting without trying to contact PICSTART Plus ag
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34. 792 6C92 6093 6B94 2887 3406 9103 6616 3635 6691 3920 6696 2661 2816 E 6618 6626 3FFF 6628 3FFF S3FFF 6636 3FFF 6638 6646 3FFF 6648 3FFF 6656 6658 6666 6668 3FFF 6676 S3FFF 8878 3FFF 6686 6688 3FFF 6696 S3FFF
35. 876 hex C3 oldfirm mE 5 E 22 template Calibration memory pm ex psf20100 hex tut877 sample hex tutor hex Output format gt Disassembled code List Files of Type Drives Hex file Files hex c v INHX32 INHX8S Figure 4 16 Saving Calibration Data If you had several new windowed parts that you wanted to program you would repeat this procedure for each one being careful to name each calibration hex file after the correct part 2001 Microchip Technology Inc DS51028D page 37 PICSTART Plus User s Guide 4 3 3 5 Setting Up the Device Programmer Dialog The PICSTART Plus Device Programmer dialog Figure 4 17 is always open when PICSTART Plus is enabled Closing this dialog will disable the programmer PICSTART Plus Device Programmer x Device Specifications 12 508 Configuration Bits ID s and Checksum Program Statistics Device ID FFFF Pass 000000 Checksum EE20 Fail 000000 Voltages Total 000000 VDD Min Reset VDD Close SOTE File SUTP File Used Figure 4 17 PICSTART Plus Device Programmer Dialog The Device box shows the PIC12C508A device that you selected when you set up the development mode Click Device ID Enter 0001 This will allow you to identify the version of firmware on the device after it is programmed and code protect
36. ART Plus Setting up the PICSTART Plus Device Programmer Dialog Setting the Configuration Bits Programming the Device Verifying the Programming 4 2 2 Before You Begin Before you can begin this tutorial you must install the PICSTART Plus hardware Section 3 4 and the MPLAB IDE software Section 3 5 Make sure you have read and completed the instructions in Section 3 6 through Section 3 9 Make sure that your PC and PICSTART Plus are communicating and the PICSTART Plus menu item appears on the MPLAB menu before you begin this tutorial 2001 Microchip Technology Inc DS51028D page 25 PICSTART Plus User s Guide 4 2 3 Setting Up the MPLAB Development Mode Select Options gt Development Mode to open the Development Mode dialog Figure 4 1 and select a processor module or device Under Tools select None Editor Only Select the PIC16F84 device and click OK Development Mode Configuration 1 Power Pins 1 Tools Ports Clock Memory Processor PIC16F84 x P None Editor Only gt MPLAB SIM Simulator gt MPLAB ICE Emulator gt PICMASTER Emulator gt MPLAB ICD Debugger Inquire Details OK Cancel Apply Figure 4 1 Setting the Development Mode DS51028D page 26 2001 Microchip Technology Inc Programming Examples 4 2 4 Creating the MPLAB Project and Assembly Code In order to program the device you n
37. Bits dialog Section 5 3 2 3 Load a hex file into program memory or Section 5 3 3 assemble compile one in program mem ory from your source code 4 Check that your device is blank Section 5 3 5 5 Program the device Section 5 3 6 2001 Microchip Technology Inc DS51028D page 49 PICSTART Plus User s Guide 5 3 1 Setting Up the Device Programmer Dialog The PICSTART Plus Device Programmer dialog Figure 5 1 is always open when PICSTART Plus is enabled Closing this dialog will disable the programmer PICSTART Plus Device Programmer ii x Device Specifications Device 2212 1 88 _Confiquration Bits ID s and Checksum Program Statistics Device ID 2F7F7F7F Pass 000000 Checksum 2F7F Fail 000000 Voltages Total 000000 VDD Hin Reset VDD Close SUTE File SH TP hie Used Blank Read Program Verify Figure 5 1 PICSTART Plus Device Programmer Dialog The device list shows the device that was selected when you set up the MPLAB IDE development mode If you wish to program a different device you may select it here or through Options gt Development Mode However changing the device at this point will close any open MPLAB IDE projects unless you are in Editor Only mode and clear the program memory configuration bits and ID locations If your device is not listed in the PICSTART Plus Device Programmer dialog you will need to upgrade your
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39. Dialog If you are going to use the MPLAB IDE to develop your firmware you may choose from the following modes None Editor Only to write your source code and then assemble or compile it into a hex file Select the relevant Processor from the pull down list MPLAB SIM Simulator to write your source code assemble or com pile it into a hex file and then simulate the PICmicro MCU program exe cution via a simulator Select the relevant Processor from the pull down list MPLAB ICE PICMASTER or ICEPIC Emulator to write your source code assemble or compile it into a hex file and then emulate the PlCmicro MCU program execution via an emulator The MPLAB IDE will select the relevant processor from the hardware Click the Ports tab to select the I O port for emulator communication DS51028D page 22 2001 Microchip Technology Inc PICSTART Plus Installation MPLAB ICD Debugger to write your source code assemble or com pile it into a hex file then debug the PlCmicro MCU code via a debug ger Select the relevant Processor from the pull down list Click Apply to display the MPLAB ICD dialog and select any applicable communica tion port options If you already have hex code that you wish to program into a device select Editor Only for the development mode and choose your desired processor device for programming from the pull down list Click OK Refer to the MPLAB IDE User s Guide for more infor
40. E User s Guide for more detailed instructions Insert the MPLAB IDE CD ROM into your CD ROM drive Example drive D the Setup program For Windows 3 x NT 3 51 From the Program Manager Run option type D setup exe For Windows 95 98 Windows NT 4 0 or Windows 2000 From the Start menu select Run In the Run dialog type D setup exe assuming that D is your computer s CD ROM drive Follow the on screen instructions to install the MPLAB IDE Be sure the checkbox to install PICSTART Plus is checked Figure 3 1 MPLAB v4 99 03 Installation Select Components Choose which components to install by checking the boxes below MPLAB IDE Files 2386 M MPASM MPLINK MPLIB Files 7281 MPLAB SIM Simulator Support Files 4776k MPLAB CE Emulator Support Files 3665 PICMASTER Emulator Support Files PRO Support Files 481 k PICSTART Plus Support Files 158k MPLAB ICD Debugger Support Files 202k Help Files 7332k Disk Space Required 21933k Disk Space Remaining 2072381 k Cancel lt Back Figure 3 1 Select Components Dialog 2001 Microchip Technology Inc DS51028D page 19 PICSTART Plus User s Guide 3 6 Starting MPLAB IDE Once the MPLAB IDE is installed on your PC you run it by one of the following methods For Windows 3 x NT 3 51 Double click on the MPLAB icon For Windows 95 98 Windows NT
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42. ICSTART PLUS USER S GUIDE Appendix C Troubleshooting C 1 Introduction This appendix describes some common problems associated with using PICSTART Plus and steps to follow to resolve those problems C 2 Highlights Topics covered in this appendix Common Problems Common Problems MPLAB IDE displays this message Failed to Establish Communication MPLAB IDE attempts to establish communication with the PICSTART Plus device programmer upon enabling the programmer If communication cannot be established no programming can occur A dialog box appears if the attempt to establish communication fails If a communication attempt fails try again after correcting the problem or cancel SOLUTIONS Make sure that the RS 232 cable is connected the power supply is con nected and the Power LED on the PICSTART Plus is on Try connecting the PICSTART Plus to a different serial port If your PC has a 25 pin serial port you will need a 25 to 9 serial port adapter Make sure that a COM port is properly set up exclusively for use by PICSTART Plus Check the resources to ensure they are operating properly and that there are no conflicts with other devices This com monly happens when you have a modem or other serial device that is improperly configured Consult your Windows manual or other refer ence literature You can try removing reconfiguring or disabling the conflicting device but do so only if you are familia
43. Operating System Versions The versions of software and operating system are mixed PICSTART Plus and the MPLAB IDE include compatibility checks to ensure that version requirements are met SOLUTION Make sure to get the latest versions for the MPLAB IDE software and PICSTART Plus operating system Section 6 9 MPLAB IDE displays this message Hex file not found The project did not generate a hex file SOLUTION Check the Make Project panel on MPLAB IDE to ensure that a hex file is being generated when you assemble or compile Errors in your code will prevent hex file generation MPLAB IDE displays this message Program memory contains code protected data Proceed with programming Program memory contains data that was read from a code protected device Most or all of this data is not usable SOLUTION Obtain the original hex code from a file or a nonprotected device 2001 Microchip Technology Inc DS51028D page 77 PICSTART Plus User s Guide When reading a device MPLAB IDE gives the following warning message Device is code protected Program memory may be invalid If you attempt to read a code protected device you will get this warning SOLUTION Obtain the original hex code from a file or a nonprotected device Available menu functions are not operating Like many other applications MPLAB IDE and PICSTART Plus use Borland s bwcc dl1 Therefore other versions of this DLL may interfere wi
44. PLAB s Project Manager and general editing and debugging features For specific information on MPLAB compilers linkers and assemblers subscribe to the COMPILERS list For specific information on MPLAB emulators subscribe to the EMULATORS list For specific information on MPLAB device programmers please subscribe to the PROGRAMMERS list To SUBSCRIBE to this list send a message to listservGmail microchip com with the following as the body subscribe mplab yourname Otools The latest information on other development system tools provided by Microchip For specific information on MPLAB and its integrated tools refer to the other mail lists To SUBSCRIBE to this list send a message to listserv mail microchip com with the following as the body subscribe otools yourname 2001 Microchip Technology Inc DS51028D page 7 PICSTART Plus User s Guide Customer Support Users of Microchip products can receive assistance through several channels Distributor or Representative Local Sales Office Field Application Engineer Corporate Applications Engineer CAE Hotline Customers should call their distributor representative or field application engineer FAE for support Local sales offices are also available to help customers See the back cover for a listing of sales offices and locations Corporate applications engineers CAEs may be contacted at 480 792 7627 In addition there is a Systems I
45. Registered Applications Your PICSTART Plus operating system is now upgraded DS51028D page 70 2001 Microchip Technology Inc MICROCHIP PICSTART PLUS USER S GUIDE Appendix A Connecting to a 25 Pin Serial Port A 1 Introduction This appendix describes how to connect the PICSTART Plus programmer to 25 pin serial port A 2 Highlights Topics covered in this appendix Connection Description A 3 Connection Description The following table provides the data for connecting the PICSTART Plus programmer 9 pin straight through to a 25 pin serial port Connect the corresponding terminals indicated on each line of the table Table A 1 PC Host to PICSTART Plus Signals 25 pin PC Host 9 pin PICSTART Plus 2 TX 2 RX 3 RX gt 3 TX 20 DTR gt 4 DTR 7 Common 4 5 Common 6 DSR gt 6 5 volts pulled up 4 RTS lt gt 7 CTS 5 CTS 4 gt 8 RTS 2001 Microchip Technology Inc DS51028D page 71 PICSTART Plus User s Guide NOTES DS51028D page 72 2001 Microchip Technology Inc MICROCHIP PICSTART PLUS USER S GUIDE Appendix PICSTART Plus Adjustment B 1 Introduction This appendix describes how to change the VPP programming voltage of older PICSTART Plus hardware units to comply with revised programming specifications 8 2 Highlights Topics covered in this appendix Overview Procedure Validation B 3 Overview In order to remain cu
46. TART Plus menu item appears on the MPLAB menu before you begin this tutorial DS51028D page 34 2001 Microchip Technology Inc Programming Examples 4 3 3 PIC12C508A Part 1 Initial Programming of a Windowed Calibration Memory Device 4 3 3 1 Setting Up the MPLAB Development Mode Select Options gt Development Mode to open the Development Mode dialog Figure 4 13 Development Mode Configuration 1 Power Pins Break Options Tools Ports Clock Memory None Editor Only Processor PIC12C508A MPLAB SIM Simulator Not all peripherals have support for 4 simulation METAL ELENA Serial 1 0 is not simulated PICMASTER Emulator Click Details for additional ICEPIC information on 12 508 MPLAB ICD Debugger Inquire Details OK Help Figure 4 13 Development Mode Dialog Select the MPLAB SIM Simulator development mode Select the PIC12C508A processor Note When working with calibration memory it is important that the MPLAB IDE not be in Emulator mode This ensures that the cali bration data is correctly loaded from the device or file rather than from the emulator probe 4 3 3 2 Changing the Environment Settings A default setting in the MPLAB IDE clears all memory on download You don t want to do that when working with a device with calibration memory because you want to
47. X and PIC17C7XX devices Note The PICSTART Plus development system is designed for use in firmware development and is not intended for production use 2001 Microchip Technology Inc DS51028D page 13 PICSTART Plus User s Guide 24 Components of PICSTART Plus System The PICSTART Plus device programmer system consists of the following 1 PICSTART Plus device programmer 2 RS 232 Interface cable to connect to any standard PC serial port 3 MPLAB IDE software an Integrated Development Environment includ ing a text editor project manager MPASM assembler and MPLAB SIM simulator 4 Blank chips for programming 5 9 power supply not shown Figure 2 1 PICSTART Plus System 25 PICSTART Plus CE Compliance The PICSTART Plus development system is designed tested and certified to meet the Electromagnetic Compatibility requirements known as the CE compliance directives These standards set by the European Union EU countries include limiting radiated emission reducing susceptibility to radiated emission and reducing susceptibility to Electrostatic Discharge ESD DS51028D page 14 2001 Microchip Technology Inc PICSTART Plus Preview 2 6 How PICSTART Plus Helps You PICSTART Plus device programmer system has the following features Programs PlCmicro MCUs including program memory configuration bits and ID locations Communicates with the PC via a standard RS 232 cable O
48. age 46 2001 Microchip Technology Inc Programming Examples 4 3 4 7 Verifying the Programming Now that you have programmed a device click Verify in the PICSTART Plus Device Programmer dialog to verify that the contents of the device match the values shown in the Program Memory window and PICSTART Plus Device Programmer dialog 2001 Microchip Technology Inc DS51028D page 47 PICSTART Plus User s Guide NOTES DS51028D page 48 2001 Microchip Technology Inc MICROCHIP PICSTART PLUS USER S GUIDE Chapter 5 Using PICSTART Plus 5 1 Introduction This chapter describes the steps required to program and read a device using the PICSTART Plus development programmer 5 2 Highlights Topics covered in this chapter Procedure for Programming a Device Verifying the Programming Reading a Device 5 3 Procedure for Programming a Device To program a device you will need A hex file to program into the MCU device A blank MCU device to program Before you can program a device you must Install the PICSTART Plus hardware and MPLAB IDE software Chapter 3 Establish communications between the PICSTART Plus and PC Set up the MPLAB IDE development mode Enable start PICSTART Plus Section 3 9 The following table lists the steps to program a device Step Description See Section 1 Set up the Device Programmer dialog Section 5 3 1 2 Setupthe Configuration
49. ain Clicking Yes will cause the MPLAB IDE to try again to contact PICSTART Plus on the specified COM port If you cannot establish communications between the PC and PICSTART Plus make sure you have installed the hardware and software correctly see Chapter 3 If you still cannot establish communications between the PC and PICSTART Plus please see Appendix C 2001 Microchip Technology Inc DS51028D page 21 PICSTART Plus User s Guide 3 8 Setting Up the MPLAB Development Mode Select Options gt Development Mode and click the Tools tab to change the current Development Mode setting and select a processor module or device To view complete information on the inherent limitations of the device in the development mode you ve selected click Details Scroll to the device and double click on it to view the details Note that this feature does not apply if you are in None Editor Only mode To see which device your emulator is configured for make sure that the correct tool MPLAB ICE or PICMASTER is selected click Inquire The device will appear in the Processor box Development Mode x Configuration Power 1 Pins Break Options Tools Ports Clock None Editor Only Processor MPLAB SIM Simulator A gt MPLAB ICE Emulator PICMASTER Emulator IEP HL MPLAB ICD Debugger Inquire Details Apply Figure 3 5 Development Mode
50. and off socket with OSC2 pin 26 clipped DS51028D page 78 2001 Microchip Technology Inc Troubleshooting Program and reading problems with PIC16F87X Devices PIC16F87X devices are shipped with low voltage programming enabled PICSTART Plus uses the high voltage programming method Some devices do not exit programming mode properly if low voltage programming is enabled resulting in invalid read and programming operations SOLUTION Place a 10 kOhm resistor between the 883 pin and one of the ground pins the programming socket Refer to the device data sheet for the pinout of the specific device A power interruption occurred PICSTART Plus v1 20 and greater can account for power interruptions between functions Earlier versions do not SOLUTION If a power interruption occurs using an earlier version of the PICSTART Plus DLL apply power to the programmer and reselect the desired device from the Programmer Status window LEDs flicker or power LED does not come on Wrong part selected and thermal fuse is blown or device inserted wrong and thermal fuse is blown SOLUTION Remove the device and cycle power on the PICSTART Plus to reset the internal thermal fuse Power LED does not light Incompatible power supply or power supply polarity is reversed SOLUTION Make certain power supply used is the one included with the PICSTART Plus or a compatible one as specified in Section 3 4 2 If the unit still doe
51. apter 4 Chapter 5 Chapter 6 PICSTART Plus Installation 15100106110137 T 17 3 2 Selle 17 3 3 Host Computer System Requirements 17 3 4 Installing PICSTART Plus Hardware 17 3 5 Installing MPLAB IDE Software 19 3 6 Starting MPLAB IDE bets itid 20 3 7 Configuring the Serial Port for PICSTART Plus 21 3 8 Setting Up the MPLAB Development Mode 22 3 9 Starting PICSTART Plus aere oot oor rp See 23 Programming Examples 2 71 1011800061601 ir rs redeo eom Lai ete 25 4 2 Example Programming a Mid Range PlCmicro MCU Device 25 4 3 Example Programming Calibration Devices 34 Using PICSTART Plus Dal xIntroduetioli o a laa Ma andata tatit ah 49 5 272 fn 49 5 3 Procedure for Programming a Device 49 5 4 Verifying the Programming 57 5 5 Reading a D6VviGG ito eti sas peto enr 58 PICSTART Plus Reference 60 1 1 00016161 61 6 2 alfo oll e oi 61 6 3 PICSTART Plus Device Programmer Dialog 62 6 4 Configuration Bits Dialog o rotor re o tar e ca d s 64
52. d Reading 3 1 900165101116 1 1 1 1 1 1 ETE nue 4 The Microchip Internet Web Site 5 Development Systems Customer Notification Service 6 Customer Sheers ee 8 Chapter 1 Quick Start 1 71 ON nn rt Re thin ed net ns 9 1 2 AILE EEA 9 1 3 Installing MPLAB IDE and PICSTART Plus 9 1 4 Connecting PICSTART Plus to Your 10 1 5 Using PICSTART Plus with MPLAB IDE 10 Chapter 2 PICSTART Plus Preview 21 au 1 1 1212 1 2121212 212121212121212 2 2 Delect 13 2 2 01110151 13 2 39 5 5 iniit co RE ne 13 2 4 Components of PICSTART Plus System 14 2 5 PICSTART Plus CE Compliance 14 2 6 How PICSTART Plus Helps Yours 15 2 7 MPLAB Integrated Development Environment 15 2 8 MPLAB Development Tools otio e recae 16 2001 Microchip Technology Inc DS51028D page i PICSTART Plus User s Guide Chapter 3 Ch
53. dd Node 71 File name Folders 01 psp16f84 asm c Sprogra 1 Xmplab Cancel 12c508 1 asm 12c508a asm 12c508a2 asm a pcd 1 14000 asm S demo877 asm C3 example ex16f84 asm C3 oldfirm example asm template example2 asm stt Network List files of type Drives Source files c asm Figure 4 4 Adding the Assembly File Type psp16 84 asmin the File name box and click OK The psp16f84 asm appears below 16 84 hex in the Project Files list in the Edit Project dialog Click OK to close the Edit Project dialog Select Project Save Project to save your project DS51028D page 28 2001 Microchip Technology Inc Programming Examples 4 2 4 2 Creating the Assembly Code At this point you still need to create the source code that you will assemble to create your hex file Select File gt New An Untitled source code window will open on your MPLAB desktop For this example you will use the same source code that is in the file sample asm Select File gt Open and open sample asm It is included with the standard MPLAB IDE installation and is located in the MPLAB directory 5
54. e marks of Microchip Technology Incorporated in the U S A and other countries Total Endurance In Circuit Serial Programming ICSP Filter Lab fuzzyLAB ICEPIC microID MPASM MPLIB MPLINK MXDEV PICDEM and Migratable Memory are trademarks of Microchip Technology Incorporated in the U S A Serialized Quick Term Programming SQTP is a service mark of Microchip Technology Incorporated in the U S A All other trademarks mentioned herein are property of their respective companies 2001 Microchip Technology Incorporated Printed in the U S A Rights Reserved Microchip received QS 9000 quality system certification for its worldwide headquarters design and wafer fabrication facilities in Chandler and Tempe Arizona in July 1999 The Company s quality system processes and procedures are QS 9000 compliant for its 8 bit MCUs KEELOQ code hopping devices Serial EEPROMs and microperipheral products In addition Microchip s quality system for the design and manufacture of development systems is ISO 9001 certified DS51028D 2001 Microchip Technology Inc S MICROCHIP PICSTART PLUS USER S GUIDE Table of Contents General Information ntt OO rna e Dapper aoo Der tetes 1 0 11601115 dM A MM es 1 About This GUI suce eld E is 1 Warranty Registration ote nt A ac nt 3 Recommende
55. e 4 20 Download Emulation Memory Dialog 2001 Microchip Technology Inc DS51028D page 39 PICSTART Plus User s Guide The Program Memory window should now contain the hex code from the hex file Figure 4 21 If the Program Memory window is not open select Window gt Program Memory to open it a Program Memory Window OI X 8888 has FFF FFF FFF FFF 866 C66 886 f a 8888 566 98D 466 98D 6 08 CFF 828 829 0010 C07 030 2ES A12 2E9 A12 2F8 A12 9 8018 808 FFF FFF FFF FFF FFF FFF FFF 8028 FFF FFF FFF FFF FFF FFF FFF FFF 8828 FFF FFF FFF FFF FFF FFF FFF FFF 8038 FFF FFF FFF FFF FFF FFF FFF FFF 0038 FFF FFF FFF FFF FFF FFF FFF FFF 0090 FFF FFF FFF FFF FFF FFF FFF 9048 FFF FFF FFF FFF FFF FFF FFF FFF 8058 FFF FFF FFF FFF FFF FFF FFF 8058 FFF FFF FFF FFF FFF FFF FFF 0060 FFF FFF FFF FFF FFF FFF FFF FFF 8868 FFF FFF FFF FFF FFF FFF FFF FFF 8078 FFF FFF FFF FFF FFF FFF FFF FFF 8878 FFF FFF FFF FFF FFF FFF FFF FFF 9080 FFF FFF FFF FFF FFF FFF FFF 8888 FFF FFF FFF FFF FFF FFF FFF FFF EC FFF Figure 4 21 12c508a hex in Program Memory Hex Code Display DS51028D page 40 2001 Microchip Technology Inc Programming Examples 4 3 3 8 Programming a Calibration Device C
56. ead Program Verify Figure 4 9 Device Programmer Dialog PIC16F84 The Device ID is useful for tracking the version of firmware on a device once it is code protected The calibration memory tutorial incorporates instructions on using this feature see Section 4 3 3 You ll use the Read Blank Check Program and Verify buttons to perform those functions on an entire device 4 2 0 2 Configuration Bits Dialog The Configuration Bits dialog opens when you enable the programmer If you close the Configuration Bits dialog you can click Configuration Bits in the PICSTART Plus Device Programmer dialog to reopen it Configuration Bits Oscillator Watchdog Timer Power Up Timer Code Protect Figure 4 10 Setting Configuration Bits 2001 Microchip Technology Inc DS51028D page 31 PICSTART Plus User s Guide 4 2 6 3 The Program Memory Window The MPLAB Program Memory window displays the hex code that you will program onto the PIC16F84 device If the Program Memory window is not open select Window gt Program Memory to open it If your Program Memory window does not look similar to Figure 4 11 click the system icon to the left of the window s title and select Hex Code Display The window displays the hex values and the ASCII text from the source code Program Memory Window OL x 6666 28 6 6192 6193 3008 6694 6816 1663 9691 6668 1803 6
57. ed Click OK User Entry gt Unprotected Checksum OK Figure 4 18 Using Device ID to Identify Firmware or Other Information DS51028D page 38 2001 Microchip Technology Inc Programming Examples 4 3 3 6 Setting Up the Configuration Bits Dialog The Configuration Bits dialog Figure 4 19 opens when PICSTART Plus is enabled If you closed the Configuration Bits dialog reopen it by clicking Configuration Bits in the PICSTART Plus Device Programmer dialog Configuration Bits Oscilator Watchdog Timer Code Protect Master Clear External Figure 4 19 Configuration Bits Dialog PIC16F84 Use the default values for the configuration bits Make sure Code Protect is Off 4 3 3 7 Loading the Hex File to be Programmed Now that you have saved the calibration data to a hex file load the file to be programmed Select File Import Import to Memory to load the hex code into the MPLAB Program Memory window Select 12c508a hex It is included in the MPLAB installation Import Emulation Memory Ed File Name 12c508a hex 12 508 14000 hex calib a hex d877 hex demo877 hex mpl876 hex p14000 hex pm51 000 hex List Files of Type Hex Files hex m Directories c progra 1 mplab Cy c y progra 1 mplab CA example CA template OK Help Figur
58. eed a hex file In this example you ll create your own source code and compile it into a hex file using MPLAB Projects 4 2 4 1 Creating the Project Select Project gt New Project Name the new project psp16f84 and select the drive and directory you want to store it in In this example use the MPLAB directory Click OK New Project File Name Directories OK psp16f84 pit c progra 1 mplab Cancel 12c508a pit ec 12c508a2_ pit 1 14000 pit 3 Help demo877 pit al mpla ex16f84 pit example example pit C3 oldfirm how pit CA template memaa02 pit List Files of Type Drives Proiect Files c v Figure 4 2 Creating a Project The Edit Project dialog will appear It should show the Editor Only development mode and the PIC16F84 device The name of the hex file that this project will create appears in the Project Files area 2001 Microchip Technology Inc DS51028D page 27 PICSTART Plus User s Guide Project Target Filename OK psp16f84_hex Include Path Cancel Library Path Help Linker Script Path Development Mode Editor Only16F84 DA Language Tool Suite Microchip Ls 1 Project Files sp16f84 hex Add Node Delete Node Build Node Node Properties Figure 4 3 Edit Project Dialog Select the hex file 16 84 hex and click Add Node A
59. evice is not blank it must be erased before programming 7 Click Program in the PICSTART Plus Device Programmer dialog to pro gram the hex file into the device 8 Remove the PIC17C44 from the programming socket and label it with the upgrade version e g VER 2 01 00 9 Exit the MPLAB IDE and disconnect the PICSTART Plus from the com puter serial port and power supply 10 Carefully remove the four Phillips head screws from the back of the PICSTART Plus Remove the back cover 11 Remove the PICSTART Plus PCB from the housing 12 Carefully remove the PIC17C44 from the PICSTART Plus PCB Save this version as it may be needed for future upgrades 13 Carefully insert the PIC17C44 you just programmed into the socket making sure that Pin 1 is properly oriented Pin 1 should be close to the serial port connector 14 Place the PICSTART Plus PCB back into the housing 15 Carefully insert the Phillips head screws into the holes in the back cover then tighten each screw slowly The plastic housing can be damaged if too much torque is applied to the screws 16 Reconnect the PICSTART Plus programmer to the computer serial port and power supply 17 Startthe MPLAB IDE software and enable the PICSTART Plus programmer 18 As the programmer is being enabled the dialog box will indicate the PICSTART Plus operating system version You can also check the ver sion by selecting Help gt About MPLAB and locating PICSTART Plus in the list of
60. ger to create a project and work with the specific files related to the project When using a project you can rebuild source code and download it to the simulator or emulator with a single mouse click MPLAB Editor Use the MPLAB Editor to create and edit text files such as source files code and linker script files MPLAB SIM Simulator The software simulator models the instruction execution and I O of the PlCmicro MCUs MPLAB ICE Emulator The MPLAB ICE emulator uses hardware to emulate PICmicro MCUs in real time either with or without a target system MPASM Assembler MPLINK Linker MPLIB Librarian The MPASM assembler allows source code to be assembled without leaving MPLAB MPLINK creates the final application by linking relocat able modules from MPASM MPLAB C17 and MPLAB C18 MPLIB manages custom libraries for maximum code reuse MPLAB CXX C Compilers The MPLAB C17 and MPLAB C18 C Compilers provide ANSI based high level source code solutions Complex projects can use a combina tion of C and assembly source files to obtain the maximum benefits of speed and maintainability PRO MATE Il and PICSTART Plus Programmers Develop code with the simulator or an emulator assemble or compile it and then use one of these tools to program devices This can all be accomplished with the MPLAB IDE Although PRO MATE II does not require the MPLAB IDE to operate programming is easier using the MPLAB IDE Third Party Tools Many
61. he Pro gram Memory Data Memory and Calibration Memory windows to 1 2 Insert the part that you labeled A in the PICSTART Plus 3 Click Read in the PICSTART Plus Device Programmer dialog to read the device Read Device x Start Address p Reading End Address 19B Program Memory Configuration Bits ID Locations _ EEPHOM Data Calibration Memory Head lose Figure 4 14 Reading the Device DS51028D page 36 2001 Microchip Technology Inc Programming Examples 4 Select Window gt Calibration Data to see the calibration information that was uploaded from the device to the MPLAB IDE Click OK Calibration Constants x Oscillator Trim Figure 4 15 Calibration Data 5 Now that the device s calibration data is in memory make a note of the setting and save it to a file for later use Select File Export Export Memory Check only the checkbox labeled Calibration memory Clear the Program memory Configuration bits and IDs check boxes Name the calib a hex so that you will be able to match the file to the part that is in the socket now Click OK Export Memory File Name Directories Memory areas c Sprogra 1Nmplab Program memory OK 12c508a hex 9 Stat o End 510 0 12c508a2 hex y 1 ey bits 14000 hex lab d877 hex 2 3 IDs demo877 hex example T mpl
62. lick Program in the PICSTART Plus Device Programmer dialog to program the entire device all of program memory configuration bits etc Program Verify Start Address p Programming End Address 01 17A Program Memory Configuration ID Locations Data Calibration Memory Code Protect Setting Valid Addresses Off 0000 01 On 0000 003F Program Verify lose Figure 4 22 Programming the PIC12C508A The Program Verify dialog will appear while the device is being programmed The areas being programmed are automatically selected based on the device When the programming is finished Success or Failure will appear to the right of the Start Address If the programming failed an error window will appear showing the good expected data and the bad actual data for each address it attempted to program 2001 Microchip Technology Inc DS51028D page 41 PICSTART Plus User s Guide 4 3 3 9 Verifying the Programming Now that you have programmed a device click Verify in the PICSTART Plus Device Programmer dialog to verify that the contents of the device match the values shown in the Program Memory window and PICSTART Plus Device Programmer dialog Program Verify x Start Address p Success End Address Program Memory Configuration ID Locations EEPROUM Data Calibration Memory Code P
63. ly to occur in Windows 95 98 Make sure you are not using a third party communications driver Open your system ini file and look for the line in the OPTIONS section that reads COMM DRV COMM DRV If this line reads differently you are using a different communications driver Windows 3 1 A serial mouse will use a COM port as will an external modem An internal modem has its own COM port so if you have a second COM port on your PC set it so it won t conflict with either the mouse or the modem Windows 95 98 Windows NT Windows 2000 Windows 95 98 Windows NT and Windows 2000 require special attention to setting up COM ports If you suspect a driver hardware incompatibility try changing Flow Control to Hardware and or turning off the FIFO for the serial port This is done in the Control Panel In Windows 95 98 click the System Icon Click the Device Manager tab and click Ports If necessary expand the Ports selection by clicking the sign next to it Double click the I O port that PICSTART Plus is connected to This is where you can set flow control to Hardware To turn off FIFO click the Advanced button deselect the Use FIFO box and click OK In Windows NT click the Ports Icon Select the COM port click Settings and then click the Advanced button Deselect the FIFI box and click OK In Windows 2000 click the System Icon Click the Hardware tab and click the Device Manager button If necessary expand the
64. m memory for reading End Address The ending address in program memory for reading Program Memory Read the program memory for the range specified by Start Address and End Address Configuration Bits Read the configuration bits ID Locations Read the ID locations 2001 Microchip Technology Inc DS51028D page 67 PICSTART Plus User s Guide Data For devices with data EEPROM read the data in the data memory into the EEPROM Memory window For more information on data EEPROM and the EEPROM Memory window refer to the MPLAB IDE User s Guide Calibration Memory For devices with calibration memory read the data in the calibration memory into the Calibration Memory window For more information on calibration memory and the Calibration Memory window refer to the MPLAB IDE User s Guide Note f you have an MPLAB ICE connected to the MPLAB IDE your code will be downloaded to the emulated program memory of the MPLAB ICE If you have a project open you will be asked if you want to close it before reading memory from a device If you keep your project open the Absolute Listing window and the Source Code window may not match the data you have read into the Pro gram Memory window Symbols may not match the proper addresses in the Program Memory window 6 8 PICSTART Plus Menu Items The PICSTART Plus menu items perform the following functions Enable Disable Programmer Enables or disables the progra
65. mation on developing firmware using the MPLAB IDE When you have finished your development mode selections click OK 3 9 Starting PICSTART Plus To enable PICSTART Plus select the PICSTART Plus menu and click Enable Programmer Figure 3 6 The PICSTART Plus Device Programmer dialog and the Configuration Bits dialog will appear when the programmer is enabled If these dialogs appear refer to Section 6 8 for an overview of PICSTART Plus menu item functions then read Chapter 5 for information on using the PICSTART Plus programmer Terram v Head Device Blank Gheck All Blank Check OTR Display Error Log Erase Program Memory Erase Bits Reset Programmer Figure 3 6 PICSTART Plus Programmer Pull Down Menu 2001 Microchip Technology Inc DS51028D page 23 PICSTART Plus User s Guide If you have been using another programmer e g PRO MATE II the PICSTART Plus menu might not be available Select Options Programmer Options gt Select Programmer to open the Select Programmer dialog and choose PICSTART Plus from the list After you select the programmer the MPLAB IDE will issue you a warning prompt and shut itself down You must restart the MPLAB IDE before the programmer options are available The PICSTART Plus menu will appear on the menu bar when you restart the MPLAB IDE software Once the programmer is enabled this menu item will change to Disable Programmer and can be used
66. mmer Once the programmer is enabled this menu item changes to Disable Programmer Program Verify Opens the Program Verify dialog which allows you to program the device selectively e g program part of program memory or only configuration bits or to verify that the device was programmed properly Read Device Opens the Read Device dialog which allows you to read the device selectively e g part of program memory only configuration bits of the device Blank Check All Checks that the device is completely blank all bits are set to a 1 This will also check that all configuration bits are set to a 1 unprogrammed state Blank Check This function is intended for use with devices that come with factory programmed configuration bits Before using this function set the displayed configuration bits to match the factory pro grammed settings The function verifies that all program memory bits are set to 1 and that the configuration bits match the settings displayed in the Configuration Bits dialog Display Error Log When you have programmed a device or verified a device an error window will show you data from memory in the device that do not match the corresponding memory in the MPLAB IDE DS51028D page 68 2001 Microchip Technology Inc PICSTART Plus Reference Erase Program Memory Sets all bits in MPLAB IDE Program Mem ory Calibration Memory and Data Memory if a
67. mory only configuration bits etc select PICSTART Plus gt Program Verify to open the Program Verify dialog Figure 6 5 Program Verify x Start Address End Address Program Memory Configuration Bits ID Locations _ EE PREM Data a amp ibriation Memory Code Protect Setting Valid Addresses Off 0000 800 FFF 0000 07FF 400 FFF 0000 03FF All None Figure 6 5 Program Verify Dialog Select the options for programming or verifying Then click Program in this dialog to program the device The memory area corresponding to the checked boxes will be programmed Areas that are grayed out are not available on the device Click Verify to verify that the programming on the device matches the program memory configuration bits ID locations EEPROM and calibration memory values in the MPLAB IDE and in the PICSTART Plus Device Programmer dialog and Configuration Bits dialog Start Address The starting address in program memory for pro gramming or verification End Address The ending address in program memory for pro gramming or verification Program Memory Program or verify the program memory for the range specified by Start Address and End Address Configuration Bits Program or verify the configuration bits ID Locations Program or verify the ID locations You can set the ID locations using the PICSTART Plus Device Pro grammer dialog DS51028D page 66
68. nformation and Upgrade Line This line provides system users a listing of the latest versions of all of Microchip s development systems software products Plus this line provides information on how customers can receive any currently available upgrade kits The Hotline Numbers are 1 800 755 2345 for U S and most of Canada and 1 480 792 7302 for the rest of the world DS51028D page 8 2001 Microchip Technology Inc MICROCHIP PICSTART PLUS USER S GUIDE Chapter 1 Quick Start 1 1 Introduction This chapter provides the limited information that experienced users of PCs and embedded application development tools need in order to quickly start using PICSTART Plus 1 2 Highlights Topics covered in this chapter Installing MPLAB IDE and PICSTART Plus Connecting the PICSTART Plus to your PC Using PICSTART Plus with MPLAB IDE Enabling starting PICSTART Plus Setting up the Device Programmer and Configuration Bits Loading a HEX File Checking for a Blank Device Programming Verifying and Reading a Device 1 3 Installing MPLAB IDE and PICSTART Plus 1 PICSTART Plus is a component of the MPLAB Integrated Development Environment IDE To install the MPLAB IDE software insert the MPLAB IDE installation CD and run MPXXXX EXE where XXXX repre sents the version of the MPLAB IDE software This executable is in the root directory of the CD 2 When the component selection window of the installation program appears
69. o program the entire device click Program in the PICSTART Plus Device Programmer dialog Note f you are programming a windowed calibration device be sure to store its calibration data as described in Section 4 3 3 4 to ensure proper operation of the device To program selectively part of program memory or configuration bits select PICSTART Plus gt Program Verify Select the memory range and items to be programmed and click Program in the Program Verify dialog When programming has completed Success or Failure will appear to the right of the Start Address An error window displaying the expected and actual data will appear if programming failed DS51028D page 12 2001 Microchip Technology Inc MICROCHIP PICSTART PLUS USER S GUIDE Chapter 2 PICSTART Plus Preview 2 1 Introduction This chapter will present an overview of the PICSTART Plus development programmer The features and requirements of PICSTART Plus are presented 2 2 Highlights Topics covered in this chapter What is PICSTART Plus Components of PICSTART Plus System PICSTART Plus CE Compliance How PICSTART Plus Helps You MPLAB Integrated Development Environment MPLAB Development Tools 2 3 What is PICSTART Plus The PICSTART Plus is a Microchip microcontroller development programmer that enables you to program user software into PICmicro microcontroller MCU devices DIP packages only adapters available for PIC16C9X
70. o the checked boxes will be read Areas that are grayed out are not available on the device Close will exit the dialog Read Device x Start Address p End Address Program Memory Configuration Bits ID Locations _ EEPROM Data Close Figure 5 7 Read Device Dialog I IRIS To selectively read adjust the following settings in the Read Device dialog Start Address The starting address in program memory for reading End Address The ending address in program memory for reading Program Memory Read the program memory for the range speci fied by Start Address and End Address Configuration Bits Read the configuration bits ID Locations Read the ID locations DS51028D page 58 2001 Microchip Technology Inc Using PICSTART Plus Data For devices with data read the data in the data memory into the Memory window For more information on data EEPROM and the EEPROM Memory window refer to the MPLAB IDE User s Guide Calibration Memory For devices with calibration memory read the data in the calibration memory into the Calibra tion Memory window For more information on calibration memory and the Calibration Memory window refer to the MPLAB IDE User s Guide Once the Read is complete the Program Memory window will display the data read from the device master You can then Modify the data in the MPLAB IDE by selec
71. obe when you run single step or trace using the emulator When in MPLAB SIM simulator mode or Editor Only mode the Program Memory window reflects the contents of a memory buffer on the PC This memory is read by MPLAB SIM when you run single step or trace If you read program memory with PICSTART Plus while in emulator or simulator mode it will overwrite the program memory being emulated or simulated This can cause mismatches between the program memory and debug information if you have an MPLAB IDE project open You will be given an option to close the current MPLAB IDE project or to continue and read the device s memory into the Program Memory window Subsequent debug operations may not work properly DS51028D page 52 2001 Microchip Technology Inc Using PICSTART Plus Loading a Hex File into Program Memory If you have a hex file e g code hex ready for programming into a MCU select File gt Import gt Import to Memory to load your hex code into MPLAB IDE s Program Memory Select the Hex file type in the lower left of the Import Emulation Memory dialog and then browse through the drives and directories to locate your hex file Select your hex file and click OK see Figure 5 3 File Name Directories d877 hex p14000 hex pm50037 hex psf20100_hex sample hex tutor hex tutor84 hex List Files of Type Hex Files hex OK Cancel Help c progra
72. oftware drivers to take advantage of the features in the new operating system Phillips head screwdriver Before You Begin PICSTART Plus hardware and the MPLAB IDE software should be installed and the programmer should be communicating with the PC via a serial port See Section 3 4 for installation procedures and Section 3 7 for serial port configuration information 2001 Microchip Technology Inc DS51028D page 69 PICSTART Plus User s Guide Procedure 1 Select Options gt Development Mode Set up MPLAB IDE s development mode as follows Editor Only PIC17C44 device 2 Select PICSTART Plus gt Enableto enable the PICSTART Plus programmer 3 Ensure that the PIC17C44 is the selected device the Device Program mer dialog If not select it from the Device list in the PICSTART Plus Device Programmer dialog 4 Ifthe Configuration Bits dialog is not displayed click Configuration Bits in the PICSTART Plus Device Programmer dialog Set the configuration bits in the Configuration Bit dialog as described below Oscillator XT Processor Mode Microcontroller Watchdog Timer TMR 5 Select File gt Import gt Import to Memory to import the upgrade hex file into the MPLAB IDE s program memory Select the upgrade hex file and click OK 6 Insert the PIC17C44 microcontroller into PICSTART Plus socket and click Blank in the PICSTART Plus Device Programmer dialog to check that it is blank see Section 5 3 5 If the d
73. or a specific example in uppercase characters Interface Helvetica font Underlined italic A menu selection from the File gt Save text with right arrow menu bar Bold characters A window or dialog button to OK Cancel Characters in angle brackets lt gt key on the keyboard Tab lt Ctrl C gt 2001 Microchip Technology Inc General Information Documentation Conventions Continued Description Represents Examples Documents Helvetica font Italic characters Referenced books MPLAB IDE User s Guide Updates All documentation becomes dated and this user s guide is no exception Since the MPLAB IDE PICSTART Plus and other Microchip tools are constantly evolving to meet customer needs some MPLAB dialogs and or tool descriptions may differ from those in this document Please refer to our web site at http www microchip com to obtain the latest documentation available Warranty Registration Please complete the enclosed Warranty Registration Card and mail it promptly Sending in your Warranty Registration Card entitles you to receive new product updates Interim software releases are available at the Microchip web site Recommended Reading This user s guide describes how to use PICSTART Plus The data sheets contain current information on programming the specific microcontroller devices README PLS For the latest information on using PICSTART Plus read
74. ory program or verify the calibration memory from data in the Calibration Memory window Refer to the MPLAB IDE User s Guide for more information on calibration memory and the Calibration Memory window Code Protect Settings Shows the status and availability of code pro tection for the selected device 5 4 Verifying the Programming Click Verify in the PICSTART Plus Device Programmer dialog or the Program Verify dialog to verify that the contents of the device match the program memory EEPROM data calibration memory ID locations and configuration bits in the MPLAB IDE and in the PICSTART Plus Device Programmer dialog and Configuration Bits dialog 2001 Microchip Technology Inc DS51028D page 57 PICSTART Plus User s Guide 5 5 Reading a Device To copy the firmware from a programmed PICmicro MCU device into unprogrammed device you first read the programmed firmware program memory configuration bits etc into the MPLAB IDE and then program the new device based on this information To read the entire device e g all of program memory configuration bits etc click Read in the PICSTART Plus Device Programmer dialog To read selectively e g part of program memory only configuration bits etc select PICSTART Plus gt Head Device to display the Read Device dialog Figure 5 7 Select the options to be read and then click Read in the Read Device dialog to read the device The memory area corresponding t
75. other companies have development tools for Microchip products that work with the MPLAB IDE Consult the Microchip Third Party Guide DS00104 DS51028D page 16 2001 Microchip Technology Inc MICROCHIP PICSTART PLUS USER S GUIDE Chapter 3 PICSTART Plus Installation Introduction The PICSTART Plus development system requires connecting the hardware to the PC as well as the installation of the MPLAB IDE software This chapter covers the details of both hardware and software installation Highlights Topics covered in this chapter Host Computer System Requirements Installing PICSTART Plus Hardware Installing MPLAB IDE Software Starting MPLAB IDE Configuring the Serial Port for PICSTART Plus Setting Up the MPLAB IDE Development Mode Starting PICSTART Plus Host Computer System Requirements The following minimum configuration is required to run the MPLAB IDE Pentium class PC e Microsoft Windows 3 x Windows 95 98 Windows or Windows 20009 16 MB memory 32 MB recommended 45 MB of hard disk space One serial port Installing PICSTART Plus Hardware The PICSTART Plus hardware is simple to set up First the communications cable is attached and then the power supply is connected 3 4 1 Installing the Cable PICSTART Plus provides communications with the host PC via an RS 232 9 pin D type connector PICSTART Plus is Data Communication Equipment DCE and hardware handshaking is via Clea
76. p Technology Inc Using PICSTART Plus 5 3 5 Checking For a Blank Device Insert the device to be programmed into the PICSTART Plus socket Position pin one on the device to be in the pin one position as shown by the 1 immediately to the left of the socket Secure the device by pulling the silver lever on the socket toward you up Click Blank in the PICSTART Plus Device Programmer dialog to verify that the device is completely blank all bits are set to a 1 This will also verify that all configuration bits are set to 1 unprogrammed state You can also perform a blank check by selecting P CSTART Plus gt Blank Check All from the MPLAB menu If you are using a one time programmable OTP device some configuration bits might already be programmed from the factory e g oscillator bits Use the Configuration Bits dialog to set the configuration bits to the factory settings and then select PICSTART Plus gt Blank Check OTP This will check that all program memory bits are set to 1 and that the configuration bits match the value in the dialog An OTP device cannot be erased and reprogrammed If the EPROM device is not blank you will have to erase it before programming To erase a windowed device 1 Remove any labels covering the device window If you do not have a win dowed device Figure 5 5 you cannot reprogram it A windowed version of all EPROM devices may be ordered by requesting the JW package
77. perates as a Microsoft Windows9 application on a PC compatible host system within the MPLAB Integrated Development Environment With the MPLAB IDE you can create display and edit files to be pro grammed into PlCmicro MCUs In addition you can verify that the MCUs are blank and verify that the code in the target microcontroller matches your firmware You can also read code from an unprotected PICmicro MCU into the MPLAB IDE s program memory window for debugging and programming into other 0 devices 2 7 MPLAB Integrated Development Environment The MPLAB IDE desktop provides an integrated development environment IDE for developing and debugging your application PICSTART Plus is integrated into the MPLAB IDE This document covers the basic setup and operation of the PICSTART Plus device programmer but it does not cover all functions of the MPLAB IDE Read the MPLAB IDE User s Guide DS51025 to get a full understanding of the features and debugging capabilities of the MPLAB IDE Hn queup pi 2001 Microchip Technology Inc DS51028D page 15 PICSTART Plus User s Guide 2 8 MPLAB Development Tools The MPLAB IDE integrates several tools to provide a complete development environment MPLAB Project Manager Use the Project Mana
78. pplicable to 1 Erase Configuration Bits Sets all available configuration bits and ID location bits to 1 If you reload your hex file or your project after using this menu item to erase configuration bits the values in the Configura tion Bits dialog will be updated to reflect the newly loaded configuration bit data in your hex file or code You can select this menu item after you have loaded your hex file or rebuilt your project if you want to override the configuration bit values in your hex file or code Reset Programmer Resets the PICSTART Plus hardware and reestablishes RS 232 communications Use this option if power has been disconnected from the PICSTART Plus This option does not reset programming information in the Program Memory window configuration bits or IDs 6 9 Upgrading the PICSTART Plus Operating System The PICSTART Plus operating system may need to be upgraded periodically to support new devices You can obtain these upgrades on our web site at http www microchip com To install the upgrade perform the steps in this section Required Equipment PICSTART Plus programmer with the MPLAB IDE software Blank erased PIC17C44 microcontroller 25 MHz or faster Upgrade hex file e g ps 20100 hex from the Microchip web site http www microchip com Note This file is included with the latest version of MPLAB IDE Most likely you will need new MPLAB IDE software and new PICSTART Plus s
79. preserve that memory in the device Select Options gt Environment Setup Locate the Global Switches area in the General tab of the Development Mode dialog Remove the check mark in the Clear Memory on Download check box Select OK or Apply 2001 Microchip Technology Inc DS51028D page 35 PICSTART Plus User s Guide 4 3 3 3 Starting PICSTART Plus To enable PICSTART Plus select Enable Programmer from the PICSTART Plus menu The PICSTART Plus Device Programmer dialog Figure 4 17 and the Configuration Bits dialog Figure 4 19 are displayed whenever the programmer is enabled 4 3 3 4 Storing Calibration Data Calibration parts such as the PIC12C508A are calibrated at the factory with the calibration parameters stored in a special section of program memory When you erase a windowed device JW in order to reprogram it you also erase its calibration data In order for the device to operate properly once it is reprogrammed you must restore that individual device s calibration data The device may not operate properly if you use another individual device s calibration data Before you program a windowed device for the first time store its calibration data in a hex file on your PC This tutorial will use a PIC12C508A device Number it with a small label For this tutorial label the part A 1 Before you place your device in the PICSTART Plus socket select PICSTAHT Plus Erase Program Memory This sets all bits in t
80. r To Send CTS and Request To Send RTS 2001 Microchip Technology Inc DS51028D page 17 PICSTART Plus User s Guide 3 4 2 A 6 foot data cable with DB 9 connectors is supplied with PICSTART Plus All lines on the data cable are wired straight through This cable is NOT a null modem cable Connect one end of the cable to an available COM port on your PC Check your PC set up to see which communications port is available Usually a mouse device is connected to COM1 or COM2 If you have a modem you might not have a third serial port on your PC Connect the cable from your COM port to the PICSTART Plus develop ment programmer Installing the Power Supply The PICSTART Plus comes with a 9V input power supply PICSTART Plus requires 9 volts 10 at 500 mA max on the center positive 2 5 mm terminal Plug the power supply into a power socket and connect the power sup ply cable to the PICSTART Plus WARNING DO NOT connect power with a device in the socket Damage to the device may result DS51028D page 18 2001 Microchip Technology Inc PICSTART Plus Installation 3 5 Installing MPLAB IDE Software 3 5 1 Install the MPLAB IDE software by following the instructions in the MPLAB IDE User s Guide DS51025 A brief summary of this procedure as well as how to obtain and install the PICSTART Plus upgrades is discussed in the next sections Installation Summary Refer to the MPLAB ID
81. r with those proce dures See the steps below for Windows 3 1 or Windows 95 98 Some system errors are caused by driver and hardware incompatibility See the steps below for Windows 95 98 2001 Microchip Technology Inc DS51028D page 75 PICSTART Plus User s Guide If you have a port but the MPLAB IDE will not let you select it the option is grayed out you may be able to assign the port manually by editing the mplab ini file Typically this occurs if you have gap in your COM port list e g you have a COM1 COM2 and COM but no COM3 In this case you may be able to fix it by opening mplab ini use FIND to locate this file and editing the section called programmers so that the setting CommPort 1 is set to the port you want selected This is just a work around to a deeper problem in which the Windows operating system is incorrectly reporting port availability through the 16 bit driver You must use the Microsoft Windows communications driver that is native to the version of Windows that you use If you use Windows 3 10 look for the file COMM DRV in your WINDOWS SYSTEM directory That file MUST have a time of 3 10a The time denotes the version If you are using Windows for Workgroups look for the same file as above but the time stamp on that file should be 3 11a If these files differ you may need to reinstall the Windows operating system or install that file from another source This problem is not like
82. rammed part to operate correctly 1 Select File Import Import to Memory and select the saved calibration parameters file calib a hex Import Emulation Memory x File Name Directories OK 5 Cancel 12c508a hex ec 12c508a2 hex 14000 hex 3 progra 1 Help calib a hex Sy mplab d877 hex example demo877 hex CA oldfirm mpl876 hex templat 214000 hex C template List Files of Type Drives Hex Files hex Figure 4 27 Restoring Calibration Data to an Erased Device 2 Adefault setting in the MPLAB IDE clears all memory on download You don t want to do that when you re working with a device with calibration memory because you want to preserve that memory in the device Select Options Environment Setup Locate the Global Switches area in the General tab of the Development Mode dialog Make sure there is no check mark in the Clear Memory on Download check box Click OK 4 3 4 6 Programming a Calibration Device Click Program in the PICSTART Plus Device Programmer dialog This will program the entire device including program memory calibration memory configuration bits etc The Program Verify dialog will appear while the device is being programmed The areas being programmed are automatically selected based on the device When the programming is finished Success or Failure will appear to the right of the Start Address DS51028D p
83. roduction This chapter contains general information about this manual and contacting customer support Highlights Topics covered in this chapter About this Guide Recommended Reading Warranty Registration Troubleshooting The Microchip Internet Web Site Development Systems Customer Notification Service Customer Support About This Guide Document Layout This document describes how to use PICSTART Plus as a development tool to program firmware in a PlCmicro device The manual layout is as follows Chapter 1 PICSTART Plus Preview What PICSTART Plus is and how it works Chapter 2 Installing and Setting Up PICSTART Plus Describes how to install PICSTART Plus hardware and the MPLAB IDE software Explains how to set up the MPLAB IDE and PICSTART Plus to work together and how to start PICSTART Plus from the MPLAB IDE Chapter 3 Programming Examples Contains several examples tutorials for programming calibration memory devices memory devices and other PICmicro MCU devices Chapter 4 Using PICSTART Plus with MPLAB Provides step by step instructions on using PICSTART Plus to program read and verify devices Chapter 5 PICSTART Plus MPLAB Reference Describes PICSTART Plus dialogs and menu options Appendix A Connecting to a 25 Pin Serial Port Describes how to connect PICSTART Plus to a 25 pin serial port 2001 Microchip Technology Inc DS51028D page 1 DS51028D page 2 PICSTART
84. rotect Setting Valid Addresses Off 0000 01 On 0000 003F Program Veny dose Figure 4 23 Verifying the Programming DS51028D page 42 2001 Microchip Technology Inc Programming Examples 4 3 4 PIC12C508A Part 2 Reprogramming Windowed Calibration Memory Device 4 3 4 1 Before You Begin This tutorial is intended to be used after you have completed the tutorial on initially programming a windowed device in Section 4 3 3 Before you can reprogram the windowed part you must erase it in a UV eraser Remove the covering on the device s window Place the part in a UV eraser The amount of time required to completely erase a UV erasable device depends on the wavelength of the light its intensity distance from UV source and the process technology of the device the size of the memory cells This erases the entire device including its calibration memory In order to work properly the calibration memory for that individual device must be restored by importing the calibration file you created for the chip earlier 4 3 4 2 Setting Up the Device Programmer Dialog When you first programmed the part in the previous tutorial Section 4 3 3 you established a device ID to keep track of the version of firmware you programmed into it You ll update that number for this step of the tutorial Click Device ID in the PICSTART Plus Device Programmer dialog Enter 0002
85. rrent with Microchip s programming specifications any PICSTART Plus Revision 7 or lower might need a slight adjustment of the VPP voltage This adjustment will bring the VPP voltage from a nominal 13 75 volts to a nominal 13 00 volts This is due to the update of the programming specifications after the introduction of the PICSTART Plus B 4 Procedure To identify the revision of PICSTART Plus look at the label on the back The serial number will end in a Rx where x is the current revision of the PICSTART Plus e g R7 or R13 If this number is R7 or lower use one of the following two methods to adjust the VPP voltage to the nominal 13 00V Method 1 Locate resistor R4 and solder a 562 kOhm 1 resistor across R4 This will lower the value of R4 and lower the VPP voltage to a nominal 13 00V Method 2 Locate resistor R4 and remove R4 and replace with a 22 6 kOhm 196 resistor This will lower the VPP voltage to a nominal 13 00V B 5 Validation After completing the procedure apply 9V to the PICSTART Plus and measure the voltage across Capacitor C5 It should be a nominal 13 00 12 75 13 25 volts If the voltage is correct the modification is complete If not make sure that the procedure was properly followed and there are no solder shorts near the rework area 2001 Microchip Technology Inc DS51028D page 73 PICSTART Plus User s Guide NOTES DS51028D page 74 2001 Microchip Technology Inc MICROCHIP P
86. s not turn on contact Microchip support When importing a 14 or 16 bit hex file for a 12 or 14 bit device PICSTART Plus programs the device without errors but a manual verify fails SOLUTION MPLAB IDE automatically truncates the hex file to fit the core size For example if you generate a hex file containing value AAAAh and then load the file for a 14 bit device the value displayed is 2AAAh PICSTART Plus will program the device without errors However because the value being stored in memory is AAAAh manual verify will fail Values put into program memory by loading a hex file or the Modify dialog should be truncated to the core size 2001 Microchip Technology Inc DS51028D page 79 PICSTART Plus User s Guide NOTES DS51028D page 80 2001 Microchip Technology Inc MICROCHIP PICSTART PLUS USER S GUIDE Index Symbols E m etd 51 EEPROM 1 e 03 Data ne oui 59 B LAS 55 Blank Check All e C 55 68 Eau s Blank Check 11 55 68 Enable Programmer 23 68 0 EPROM rer 55 Calibration 12 Erase Configuration Bits 69 Restoring nn AE 46 Erase Program Memory 69 ess ans 36 Error Log ane eee 68 Calibration Memory
87. s two part example provides step by step instructions for initially programming and reprogramming a windowed PIC12C508A calibration memory device Calibration Programming Process Overview The steps required to initially program a new unprogrammed calibration memory device are Configuring the Serial Port for PICSTART Plus Setting Up the MPLAB Development Mode Enabling PICSTART Plus Preparing for Programming a Device Storing Calibration Data to a File Checking the Device and Setting the Device ID or Checksum Checking the Configuration Bit Settings Loading the Hex File to be Programmed Programming the Device Verifying the Programming The steps required to reprogram an erased windowed calibration memory device are Configuring the Serial Port for PICSTART Plus Setting Up the MPLAB Development Mode Enabling PICSTART Plus Preparing for Programming a Device Checking the Device and Setting the Device ID or Checksum Checking the Configuration Bit Settings Loading the Hex File to be Programmed Restoring the Calibration Data from a File Reprogramming the Device Verifying the Programming Before You Begin Before you can begin this tutorial you must install the PICSTART Plus hardware Section 3 4 and MPLAB IDE software Section 3 5 Make sure you have read and completed the instructions in Section 3 6 through Section 3 9 Make sure that your PC and PICSTART Plus are communicating and the PICS
88. sum Click OK 3 Setthe configuration bits in the Configuration Bits dialog If you set con figuration bits in your source code this dialog will be updated with those values when you rebuild your project The values in this dialog will be programmed into the device you program If the Configuration Bits dialog is not visible click Configuration Bits in the PICSTART Plus Device Programmer dialog to reopen it 1 5 3 Loading a Hex File If you have a hex file ready for programming into a device select File gt Import gt Import to Memory to load the hex code into the MPLAB Program Memory window Select Window Program Memory to view the contents of program memory 1 5 4 Checking for a Blank Device Insert the device to be programmed into the PICSTART Plus socket Click Blank in the PICSTART Plus Device Programmer dialog to verify that the device is blank all bits set to 1 If you are programming a one time programmable OTP device use the Configuration Bits dialog to set the configuration bits to their factory settings Select PICSTART Plus gt Blank Check OTP to make sure that all program memory bits are set to 1 and that the configuration bits match the value in the Configuration Bits dialog 2001 Microchip Technology Inc DS51028D page 11 PICSTART Plus User s Guide 1 5 5 Programming Verifying and Reading a Device If you have followed the previous sections you are ready to program a device T
89. tain the hex code from the hex file If the Program Memory window is not open select Window Program Memory to open it Program Memory Window ioj has FFF FFF FFF FFF 866 C88 666 6668 586 96D 466 98D AGS 828 829 9010 636 2ES 11 2E9 11 2 0 A11 808 8 9018 806 FFF FFF FFF FFF FFF FFF 9020 FFF FFF FFF FFF FFF FFF FFF 8828 FFF FFF FFF FFF FFF FFF FFF FFF 8038 FFF FFF FFF FFF FFF FFF FFF 0038 FFF FFF FFF FFF FFF FFF FFF 9040 FFF FFF FFF FFF FFF FFF FFF FFF 8848 FFF FFF FFF FFF FFF FFF FFF FFF 9050 FFF FFF FFF FFF FFF FFF FFF FFF 8858 FFF FFF FFF FFF FFF FFF FFF FFF 8068 FFF FFF FFF FFF FFF FFF FFF 8868 FFF FFF FFF FFF FFF FFF FFF FFF 0070 FFF FFF FFF FFF FFF FFF FFF FFF 8878 FFF FFF FFF FFF FFF FFF FFF FFF 9080 FFF FFF FFF FFF FFF FFF FFF FFF 8888 FFF FFF FFF FFF FFF FFF FFF FFF E FFF FFF FFF FFF FFF FFF FFF Figure 4 26 Program Memory Hex Code Display 2001 Microchip Technology Inc DS51028D page 45 PICSTART Plus User s Guide 4 3 4 5 Restoring Calibration Values to the Device Earlier you saved the part s calibration data to the hex file calib a hex Because the UV eraser erased that data from the device you must rewrite it to the device in order for the reprog
90. th tool operation SOLUTION Verify what other copies of this DLL exist on your machine and make sure they are all the latest available version BWCC DLL is backward compatible Then reboot your machine and execute the MPLAB IDE Blank Check failed on a known blank mid range device PICSTART Plus operating system versions prior to v1 01 16 would erroneously program the first ID location upon the first access to the device after power up Version 1 01 00 did this sporadically v1 01 06 did this consistently SOLUTION Upgrade to the latest operating system version following the procedure outlined in Section 6 9 PIC16C73 PIC16C74 known blank part shows to be nonblank When programming some PIC16C7X PIC16C73 PIC16C74 devices a known blank part will show to be not blank and will not program properly The problem occurs because the rise time of VPP is too fast to properly set the part into programming mode This occurs only on certain date codes of parts and only on non PIC16C7XA parts SOLUTION Insert a 0 01 UF capacitor between VPP Pin 1 and ground Pin 8 of the Socket before inserting part This will slow the VPP rise time and allow the device to enter programming mode When reading a blank PIC16C55A or PIC16C57C program memory values of 02277 are reported The oscillator circuit for these devices is different from that of previous devices and can cause contention during the read operation SOLUTION Use a st
91. ting Window gt Modify before you save to a hex file or program another device Save the data as a hex file by selecting File gt Export gt Export Memory Insert a new device into PICSTART Plus to copy the data into it Note If you have MPLAB ICE emulator connected the MPLAB IDE your code will be downloaded to the emulated program memory of the MPLAB ICE If you have a project open you will be asked if you want to close it before reading memory from a device If you keep your project open the Absolute Listing window and the Source Code window may not match the data you have read into the Program Memory window Symbols may not match the proper addresses in the Program Memory window If you have any problems when attempting to read a device refer to Appendix C 2001 Microchip Technology Inc DS51028D page 59 PICSTART Plus User s Guide NOTES DS51028D page 60 2001 Microchip Technology Inc MICROCHIP PICSTART PLUS USER S GUIDE Chapter 6 PICSTART Plus Reference 6 1 Introduction This chapter describes the dialogs windows and menu items of the PICSTART Plus development system 6 2 Highlights Topics covered in this chapter PICSTART Plus Device Programmer Dialog Configuration Bits Dialog Program Memory Window Program Verify Dialog Read Device Dialog PICSTART Plus Menu Items Upgrading the PICSTART Plus Operating System 2001 Microchip Technology Inc DS51028D
92. to disable PICSTART Plus If the device you selected when setting up the development mode in the MPLAB IDE is not supported by the PICSTART Plus operating system a message box will appear when you try to enable the programmer Where possible new device support on a previous version of the PICSTART Plus operating system is provided However some new devices require updates to the PICSTART Plus operating system Instructions on upgrading the operating system are listed in Section 6 9 Because the upgrade will require you to program a supported device read Section 5 3 before upgrading the operating system Loc PH J DS51028D page 24 2001 Microchip Technology Inc MICROCHIP PICSTART PLUS USER S GUIDE Chapter 4 Programming Examples Introduction The tutorials in this chapter lead you through the steps involved in programming the following PICmicro MCU devices PIC16F84 PIC12C508A Example Programming a Mid Range PlCmicro MCU Device This example leads you through the steps involved in programming the PIC16F84 one of Microchip s most popular PlCmicro MCU devices 4 2 1 Programming Overview Mid Range PlCmicro MCU Devices Programming a mid range PICmicro MCU device involves the following steps Configuring the Serial Port for PICSTART Plus Setting up the MPLAB Development Mode Creating the MPLAB Project and Assembly Code Building the Hex File Enabling PICST
93. version of MPLAB IDE software and possibly your version of the PICSTART Plus operating system Section 6 9 Configuration bits are set in the Configuration Bits dialog discussed in the next section If you close the Configuration Bits dialog you can reopen it by clicking Configuration Bits in this dialog You can edit the device ID value or program the unprotected checksum by clicking Device ID You can reset Program Statistics by clicking Reset The Voltages section is set to default voltages and cannot be changed DS51028D page 50 2001 Microchip Technology Inc Using PICSTART Plus 5 3 2 Setting Up the Configuration Bits Dialog The Configuration Bits dialog Figure 5 2 opens when PICSTART Plus is enabled If you close the Configuration Bits dialog you can reopen it by clicking Configuration Bits in the PICSTART Plus Device Programmer dialog Configuration Bits CE Watchdog Timer Power Up Timer Code Protect otf Brown Out Detect Figure 5 2 Configuration Bits Dialog PIC16C74A The configuration bits shown are for a PIC16C74A device The type and number of configuration bits depend on the device you have selected For more information on the functions of configuration bits for your device refer to the device data sheet You can specify the configuration bit values in your source code instead of entering them into the Configuration Bits dialog Use
94. y window did not open select Window gt Program Memory to open it You can resize and move the Program Memory window on your display You may wish to close the Build Results window MPLAB C PROGRA 1 MPLAB PSP16F84 PJT File Project Edit Debug Plus Options Tools miam B Program Memory Window PICSTART Plus Device Programmer BBE 6666 286F 6192 6193 8094 6816 3 Device Specifications 8808 1803 0792 0 92 0693 0894 2807 3580 6163 Device PICI6F84 7 Confi uration Bits 6616 3635 0091 362D 6696 2661 2816 3FFF 3FFF ID s and Checksum Program Statistics 8818 3FFF 3FFF 3FFF 8828 Device ID 7F7F7F7F Pass 000000 Checksum 8775 Fail 000000 0028 3FFF Voltages Total 0 0030 3FFF 3FFF Reset 6638 3 3 3 3 3 3 vep 6646 3FFF 3FFF 3FFF 3 3 SOTP File SATE File Used 6648 3FFF 3 3 3 3 3 Blank Read Program Verify 0050 0058

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