I had the same problem at first.  Instead using the 8 pin socket, use edit
(or such) to edit the file PIC-1.CNF from the ITU disc.  I think default is
1024 or something.  change it to 512.  After that, I have had no problems
whatsoever.   


At 08:56 PM 2/21/98 -0600, you wrote:
>I need help.  I purchased a Pic-1 Programmer from ITU Technologies.  This
>unit
>is supposed to be able to program 12C508 Chips.  I have tried several times.
>I think I nuked 5 chips so far.  The schematics Title is:  PIC16C6x/7x, 84
>Programmer.  Yet the manual says it supports the 12C508 chips.  I called ITU
>to make sure I was putting the chip in write.  It has an 18pin connector.  I
>just put the 8pin all the way to the right side where pin 1 meets pin1 on the
>12c508 chip.  Still didnt work.  Im wondering if the hookup is different.
>Since that connector is an 18pin connector.  Any help on this would GREATLY
>be
>appreciated.
>
>ITU Web Page:  www.itutech.com
>
>
>Please EMAIL me:  hellfire@wwti.com
>
>Thank You
>
>
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