Detrick Merz wrote: > On 10/29/07, Jan-Erik Soderholm wrote: >> Detrick Merz wrote: >>> No local processor. Barely more than just a parallel cable. >> OK. You will see a few supporters of that kind of >> "programmer", and many opponents here... :-) > > What's the preferred programmer hardware these days then? Anything witrh a PIC on it... :-) Personaly I use Wisp628. > I know there are many factors, but being able to program many types of > chips (at least 'F84A, 'F628A and 'F877A) is important. Tip, check the 17F88x line instead. E.g. 16F887 is a better PIC then the 877A at aproxc half the price... Jan-Erik. -- http://www.piclist.com PIC/SX FAQ & list archive View/change your membership options at http://mailman.mit.edu/mailman/listinfo/piclist