The Microchip Technology Pro Mate II is a universal device programmer for PIC microcontrollers, KEELOQ security products, and serial EEPROMs. It operates as a standalone unit or integrates with a PC-compatible host system running MPLAB IDE. The programmer supports Host Mode, Safe Mode, and Stand-Alone Mode, providing flexibility across development and production workflows. Its modular architecture features interchangeable socket modules (sold separately) to accommodate various package options and enable future Microchip product support.
Technical Specifications
• Supported Devices: PIC microcontrollers, KEELOQ Code Hopping devices, Microchip Memory parts, serial EEPROMs
• Operating Modes: Host Mode, Safe Mode, Stand-Alone Mode
• Power Requirements: +9 V DC at 750 mA
• Power Connector: 2.5 mm DC jack (Switchcraft P/N RAPC-712)
• Circuit Protection: 0.75 A fuse (Littlefuse Nano2Smf, P/N 451.750)
• Host Interface: RS-232 serial connection
– Key Features
• Programs memory, configuration bits, ID locations, and calibration data into PICmicro devices
• Verifies blank microcontroller status and code integrity against firmware
• Reads code from unprotected PICmicro devices into MPLAB program memory
• Supports SQTP (Serial Quick Turn Programming) for serialized ID programming
• Modular socket platform for multi-package compatibility
• Full MPLAB IDE integration with automatic object file download
– Typical Applications
• Development environments requiring flexible programming modes
• Production programming with standalone operation capability
• Firmware development and verification workflows
• Security device programming with KEELOQ support
– Compatibility & Integration
Operates with MPLAB IDE on PC-compatible systems via RS-232 serial port. Package includes RS-232 serial cable, power supply, user guide, MPLAB PRO MATE II User’s Guide, and Technical Library CD-ROM with comprehensive PICmicro datasheets.
