We've always programmed (DIP) PIC chips using our PicStart+ programmers,=20
but this can be a real pain when debugging code and precludes the use of=20
SMD packages. So, I'm wanting to implement ICSP on all new boards where=20
possible.

The current board under design requires an on-board 5V (@ 50mA)=20
regulator as the external supply is 8 - 12V.  Ideally, I'd like the ICSP=20
to supply the 5V (during programming), so these boards can be programmed=20
without another harness.

My first thought is to use a 5V regulator (SOIC-8 or SOT-23) that=20
doesn't mind having the 5V from the ICSP connection being applied to its=20
output.  How do other people approach this problem?
David...

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Unit 8, 10 Hook St, Capalaba 4157 Australia
Ph: +61 7 38235717      Fax: +61 7 38234717
Our Web Site: www.audiovisualdevices.com.au
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