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Originally Posted by Philips210
Whilst on the subject of PICs, I am looking into purchasing the Microchip PICKit 3 which seems to be a fairly comprehensive programmer. I've seen cheap versions on ebay but it appears these are not the genuine item. I think I'd rather pay the extra for peace of mind. Microchip will give a decent support by all accounts so it seems a false economy buying a counterfeit version. The inexpensive adapter boards which accept the PIC on a ZIF ic socket available on ebay are worth having though.
Any thoughts on members' experience of the PICKit 3?
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Dave Jones on his EEVBLOG had quite a rant about the PICKit 3 when it was introduce, to such an extent that the makers responded (positively).
Time has moved on and the last of the three links below is probably the most relevant and encouraging:
First review:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vfmLu6XzBtw
Maker's response:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3YUvlrVlNao
Update:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HWlpqSrabKs
Hope they're of interest.
PICs aren't in my skills portfolio - I'm not far enough up the food chain - old dogs/new tricks comes to mind!
Splendid gizmos of course - I've just ordered the pre-programmed PIC, and separately, the RDA5807M FM Radio Module.
(From a UK supplier at the ludicrous price of £2.19 for two with free P&P).