The new LabTool-48UXP universal device programmer from ProMicro, operates through a PC's USB port or parallel port and features a 48-pin universal pin driver and an expandable TTL pin driver. It supports over 7000 different devices including memory, logic and single chip, in the current software release. New chips will be added to the support in quarterly-based software updates.
Each pin driver can supply four different voltages and can be configurable as TTL high/low levels with pull-high/pull-low, high-speed clock and high impedance. This advanced pin design lets the user program any DIL device of up to 48 pins without needing an adapter.
The device programmer has 100% more performance than its predecessor and can program an Intel 32 M bit flash chip in less then 60 s. It performs device insertion and contact checks before it programs each device and it can detect poor pin contact and devices inserted upside down or in the wrong position, eliminating expensive chip damage due to operator error.
Many EPROM and Flash memories have a built-in device ID and manufacturer ID. The LabTool-48UXP can read the device's ID to compare its database and to determine the chip's correct vendor and product number. This feature is especially useful with second-hand chips and devices that have had their part number accidentally or intentionally removed. This function only applies to 28 pin or 32 pin EPROM and Flash.
To meet mass-production requirements, the LabTool-48UXP features new patented technology in both its hardware and software. After entering the Mass-Production mode, the production line operator inserts a device into the ZIF socket. An LED on the LabTool-48UXP indicates the device is ready and the operator simply removes it and replaces it with a new one. No formal training is necessary, adding flexibility and saving both time and money.
The LabTool-48UXP's auto-sensing feature ensures the device has been inserted correctly and then automatically programs the device. In the mass-production mode, the system keyboard is automatically disabled preventing the operator from making any inadvertent mistakes.
Users can create and save a project file, which contains device selection, buffer data and all the programming set-up options. This project file can be called upon at any time for future use without repeating the setting up procedure. The design file can then easily pass to the production department eliminating errors. If the memory devices require individual serial numbers with different increment sequence and initial value, the Auto Increment function simply increments the serial numbers in the buffer each time a new device is inserted.
The LabTool-48UXP allows the user to select and verify the voltage after the device has been programmed, eg, Vcc, Vcc ±5%, Vcc ±10%. The Vcc voltage can be 2,0 V to 6,5 V. This feature ensures that the device has been programmed properly, preventing failures due to programming errors while ensuring data retention.
The capability of the universal pin driver lets it program all 48-pin DIL devices, as well as devices such as PLCC, SOP, TSOP, QFP and SDIP and there are over 100 different adapters to support these special-package devices. The universal pin driver on the LabTool-48UXP enables the user to support all 44-pin chips such as EPLD, EPROM, Flash, EPLD and Micro-controllers.
For more information contact Elton Prytz, ProMicro, 011 706 7913, [email protected], www.promicro.co.za
© Technews Publishing (Pty) Ltd | All Rights Reserved
printer friendly version