PIC Kit 3

PICkit3 In-Circuit Debugger, Programmer-To-Go function

Microchip PICkit3 development programmer



The PICkit 3 allows debugging and programming of PIC and dsPIC microcontrollers using the powerful graphical user interface of the MPLAB Integrated Development Environment (IDE)



Microchips PICkit 3 In-Circuit Debugger/Programmer uses in-circuit debugging logic incorporated into each chip with Flash memory to provide a low-cost hardware debugger and programmer



PICkit 3 Features :



* USB (Full speed 12 Mbits/s interface to host PC)



* Real-time execution



* MPLAB IDE compatible (free copy included)



* Built-in over-voltage/short circuit monitor



* Firmware upgradeable from PC/web download



* Totally enclosed



* Supports low voltage to 2.0 volts (2.0v to 6.0v range)



* Diagnostic LEDs (power, busy, error)



* Read/write program and data memory of microcontroller



* Erase of program memory space with verification



* Freeze-peripherals at breakpoint







PICkit3 Status LEDs



The Status LEDs indicate the status of the PICkit3.



Power (green) Power is supplied to the PICkit3 via the USB port.

Active (blue) The PICkit3 has connection to the PC USB port and the communication link is active.

Status:

Busy (yellow) The PICkit3 is busy with a function in progress, such as programming.

Error (red) The PICkit3 has encountered an error.