Chapter 1 Introduction
This user manual introduces the ELAN Display WRITER’s hardware, PC software for
window version , and how to use it.
Display WRITER is a very user-friendly and highly portable
programmer used to program the all 8-bit family OTP (One Time Programmable) EM78P153S/
P156E/ P156N/ P257/ P447S/ P447N/ P451/ P451S/ P458/ P459/ P468N microcontrollers and
other EM78 family’s OTP microcontrollers in the future. It communicates with IBM PCs or
compatibles through a printer port. Moreover, the window version software ELAN supplies is
very easy to use and is available either in the compact disk or on the ELAN’s website. Due to
the result of its fast and accurate programming, the writer is quite suitable for pilot run, and
mass production as well.
1. Features
Easy-To-Use
LCM Display status
Internal RC frequency auto trim
One fits all programming (Multi-programming)
Either Corporate with PC or program by itself
File saved in binary format [filename.cds]
Offer versatile function: Read, Blank Check, Verify, Program, Save, Protect, and
Auto-Program
Self-diagnosis as power on
Search for printer port automatically
Portable, durable, and nice-looking
Clear indication between processes
2. Package checklist
ELAN DWTR 40-pin texttool (socket)
Compact Disk (Including MTP WRITER window version software, user’s manual,
Spec.)
18VDC switching power adaptor
WRITER User’s Guide
Printer cable
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