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Duane Wood wrote:
> I am a software developer (Java, C++, C, ...) with
> some basic hobby experience breadboarding very simple
> circuits.  I want to get started with PICs, but I am
> having a tough time figuring out which chip,
> programmer, and compiler to use.
>
> What (I think) I want is:
> * a PIC using the newest CPU core -- i.e., 18Fxxx
> * in circuit programming -- I don't like the thought
> of moving the chip around, breaking pins, etc.
> * programmer software that runs on Windows XP
> * an inexpensive C compiler
> * All this for under $200 -- otherwise my wife will
> make me pay in other ways :)
>
> Am I asking too much?
>
> Here are some options I am considering:
> 1. Wouter van Ooijen's Wisp628 programmer. Uses
> bootloader, but I have to get the bootloader
> programmed.  Also, I think I would have to use JAL.
> While this seems like a reasonable language, I would
> prefer not to learn another language.  Also, it
> doesn't sound like the programmer software for the PC
> supports Windows XP.
> 2. Warp 13.  This looks like a decent programmer, but
> the disclaimer about in-circuit programming concerns
> me.  I really would like to do in-circuit programming.
> 3. MPLAB ICD 2.  This sounds like it might work, but
> is a bit expensive.  Also, I'm not sure if it supports
> 18Fxxx chips or whether I need additional parts.
>
> I would greatly appreciate any help with my decision
> so I can get started.
>
> -- DW
>
>
>
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