PICkit3 USB Debugger Programmer Emulator Controller Development Board
PICkit3 USB Debugger Programmer Emulator Controller Development Board
The PICkit3 is a powerful and feature-rich development board designed for debugging, programming, and emulating Microchip PIC microcontrollers. This board serves as a versatile tool for developers, engineers, and hobbyists to design, test, and deploy a wide range of IoT and embedded systems projects.
| The PICkit3 USB Debugger Programmer Emulator Controller Development Board is a multi-functional tool that offers the following capabilities |
PIC24FJ256GB110 microcontroller
Up to 32 MHz
256 KB Flash, 16 KB RAM
USB 2.0 Full-Speed
USB-powered or external power source (optional)
0C to 70C
85 mm x 55 mm x 17 mm (3.35 in x 2.17 in x 0.67 in)
| The PICkit3 USB Debugger Programmer Emulator Controller Development Board is ideal for a wide range of applications, including |
IoT devices and sensors
Embedded systems and robotics
Industrial automation and control systems
Consumer electronics and wearables
Prototyping and proof-of-concept development
Education and research
PICkit3 USB Debugger Programmer Emulator Controller Development Board DocumentationOverviewThe PICkit3 USB Debugger Programmer Emulator Controller Development Board is a versatile development tool designed for Microchip's 8-bit, 16-bit, and 32-bit PIC microcontrollers. This board provides a comprehensive debugging, programming, and emulation solution for developers, allowing for efficient testing and development of IoT applications.FeaturesUSB interface for connecting to a computer
In-circuit debugger and programmer
Emulator controller for debugging and testing
Supports various Microchip PIC microcontrollers
Compatible with various development environments, including MPLAB X IDEGetting StartedTo use the PICkit3 USB Debugger Programmer Emulator Controller Development Board, follow these steps:1. Connect the board to your computer using a USB cable.
2. Install the necessary drivers and software, such as MPLAB X IDE.
3. Connect the target PIC microcontroller to the board using a suitable adapter or cable.Code Examples### Example 1: Blinking an LED using a PIC16F877A MicrocontrollerIn this example, we will use the PICkit3 to program and debug a PIC16F877A microcontroller to blink an LED connected to port RB0.Hardware RequirementsPIC16F877A microcontroller
LED connected to port RB0
Resistor (1k)
Breadboard and jumper wiresSoftware RequirementsMPLAB X IDE
XC8 compilerCode
```c
#include <xc.h>#define _XTAL_FREQ 8000000 // 8MHz crystal frequencyvoid main(void) {
TRISB = 0x00; // Set port B as output
while (1) {
RB0 = 1; // Set RB0 high
__delay_ms(500); // Delay for 500ms
RB0 = 0; // Set RB0 low
__delay_ms(500); // Delay for 500ms
}
return;
}
```
Steps1. Connect the PIC16F877A microcontroller to the PICkit3 board.
2. Create a new project in MPLAB X IDE and select the PIC16F877A as the target device.
3. Write and compile the code above.
4. Program the microcontroller using the PICkit3.
5. Connect the LED and resistor to port RB0.
6. Run the program and observe the LED blinking.### Example 2: Debugging a PIC18F4520 Microcontroller using the PICkit3In this example, we will use the PICkit3 to debug a PIC18F4520 microcontroller running a simple program that increments a counter.Hardware RequirementsPIC18F4520 microcontroller
Breadboard and jumper wiresSoftware RequirementsMPLAB X IDE
XC8 compilerCode
```c
#include <xc.h>unsigned char counter = 0;void main(void) {
TRISC = 0x00; // Set port C as output
while (1) {
counter++;
PORTC = counter; // Display counter value on port C
__delay_ms(100); // Delay for 100ms
}
return;
}
```
Steps1. Connect the PIC18F4520 microcontroller to the PICkit3 board.
2. Create a new project in MPLAB X IDE and select the PIC18F4520 as the target device.
3. Write and compile the code above.
4. Program the microcontroller using the PICkit3.
5. Open the MPLAB X IDE debugger and connect to the PICkit3.
6. Set breakpoints in the code and run the program.
7. Use the debugger to step through the code, examine variables, and debug the program.These examples demonstrate the versatility of the PICkit3 USB Debugger Programmer Emulator Controller Development Board in various contexts, including programming, debugging, and testing of Microchip PIC microcontrollers.