>> PIC24F08KA102-I/SP =A0 =A0 - =A0US$2.31 n singles.
>> .
>> The OP should forget about the existence of 10F, 12F, 16F,
>> 18F lines for some time (in my opinion).
>> The best PIC line for a newbie to start with is 24F line (in my
>> opinion). Start with 24F and don't look back.
>
> The only issue with these is the 3.3V instead of 5V power.

For his first projects to blink LEDs and build a frequency meter 3.3V
should be ok.


> But otherwise, going straight to one of the 24 bit core PICs
> makes a lot of sense. =A0The 30F3013 is a nice little chip with
> 12 bit A/Ds, 28 pin package, and runs at 5V. =A0If 3.3V is OK
> for you, then the PIC 24H line is worth a serious look.

Yes, that's a good point about 30F3013, but 24F08KA102 is much cheaper
than DSPIC30F3013, and is somewhat less confusing with its hardware
for a newbie. Though, as we know some list member did use DSPICs for
his first project (calculator), 30F3013 may be a good choice too.

BTW, the old topic which language to start with for a newbie is
getting even more debatable for such capable devices.

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