In <19970203.221309.4567.0.HZP_Electronics@juno.com>, on 02/03/97 at 10:45
PM,
   Bill Rodgers <hzp_electronics@JUNO.COM> said:

>I have bought the WARP3 from ITU.  So far, I have only programmed 16c54
>'s with good success.  There is a book which comes with the WARP3 which
>is helpful.  I have been told that there is work going on developing
>12c50x programming software.  Of course a socket adapter will be required
>for the WARP3 which will cost some $.   Good luck!

I was told that the inclusion of the 12C50x parts would require a firmware
change. Other than these parts and the 17Cxx units for which the Warp 17
is designed, the Warp 3 is a very cost effective programmer capable of
handling the wide range of PIC devices.

For more details on the Newfound Electronic programmers, here's a couple
of URL's;

   DonTronics
   http://www.labyrinth.net.au/~donmck/

   Newfound Electronics
   http://www.labyrinth.net.au/~newfound/

Either site will get you a pointer to the other one. Both sites have the
current release of the Warp-3 programming software available, as well as
the beta level upgrades. (Also good PDF and HTML details on the software
operation of these drivers.)

The ITU site doesn't have much information available on these programmers.
Getting the current software or programming manual from one of these
Australian sites should answer any questions about the Warp-3. The
ultimate source for details is Jim Robertson over at Newfound Electronics.

My own opinion - - I have a Warp-3 and like it very much. The user
interface is very straighforward and the software drivers are kept current
in response to new products and errata sheets from Microchip. The latest
software is always available on the 'net.

Hope this helps.

Best regards,

Mark


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