Atmel AVR ISP, User Manual

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AVR
®
In System Programmer User Guide 1-1
Section 1
Introduction
Figure 1-1. AVRISP In-System Programmer
The AVR
®
In-System Programmer (AVRISP) from Atmel
®
is a professional low-cost In-
System Programmer covering all AVR 8-bit RISC Microcontrollers. The programmer
connects to a PC through a standard RS-232 serial interface and draws the necessary
power from the target board eliminating the need for an additional power supply.
AVR Studio
®
is used as front-end software, giving you a highly-integrated development
solution.
1.1 Features
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AVR Studio Interface
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ISP Programming of all AVR Devices
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Programs both Flash and EEPROM
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Supports Fuses and Lock Bit Programming
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Supports RC Oscillator Calibration
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Upgradeable to Support Future Devices
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Operates at Target Voltages from 2.7V to 5.5V
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Adjustable Speed – Supports all Target Boards Running at a Speed Higher than 8
kHz
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RS-232 Interface
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Powered from Target – No need for Additional Power Supply