In December 2011, Microchip Technology launched its flexible Microstick II tools featuring an integrated an programmer and debugger, which enables designers to quickly start development.
Features and USP: The flexible Microstick II tool supports 3.3V 16-bit and 32-bit PIC microcontrollers (MCUs), as well as 16-bit ds PIC Digital Signal Controllers (DSCs) in 28-pin SPDIP packages. Features include an integrated debugger and programmer, user LED, reset button, and DUT socket for easy device swapping. The USB powered tool can be used as a standalone or plugged into a prototyping board for extremely flexible development, and is supported by the MPLAB X Integrated Development Environment (IDE).
For further details: Microchip Technology (India) Pvt Ltd; Ph: 01-51698632; www.microchip.com