Hello Eric,

> I'm new to the list, so I apologize if this has been covered.  I've been
> using PICs for a few years, but never needed an external EPROM until now.
> I'm interested in using a 27x512.  Could someone recommend a cheap
> programmer?  Is the Xeltek RommasterII a good choice?  I'm not thrilled
with
> their DOS-only software, but the programmer is relatively cheap ($179).

    I've built the Willem's EPROM Programmer (www.willem.org). Bought the
PCB from him with a CD with instructions and DOS software (also on web) for
little US$.

    It can burn 24CXX, 27CXX, 28CXX, 28FXX, 29FXX, 16C84, 16F84, 12C50X,
16C6XX and 93CXX.

    Best regards,

    Brusque
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