User manual

PICkit 3 Programmer-To-Go
 2013 Microchip Technology Inc. DS52116A-page 39
5.4 SETTING UP PICKIT 3 FOR PROGRAMMER-TO-GO OPERATION
Before downloading a memory image to PICkit 3 for Programmer-To-Go functionality,
the PICkit 3 programmer software options and buffers should be set up as desired
during Programmer-To-Go operation. In fact, it is highly recommended to test by
programming a target device from the software first, with all desired options, to ensure
that the device programs as expected before downloading an image to
Programmer-To-Go. Refer to the MPLAB X IDE online help for information on using
MPLAB X IDE to program a device.
5.4.1 Set Up Programmer-to-Go
From MPLAB X IDE, follow these steps to set up the Programmer-To-Go option:
1. Click on your project and select File>Project Properties
. In the Hardware Tool
area, click on the serial number (SN) for the PICkit 3 you want to use for your
project. Click Apply.
FIGURE 5-1: PICKIT 3 PROJECT PROPERTIES
2. On the left side of the dialog under Categories, click on “PICkit 3”. Now you can
select “Programmer To Go” from the Options categories drop-down menu. See
Figure 5-2.
Note: The PICkit 3 is NOT a production programmer. It should be used for
development purposes only. The Programmer-To-Go operation offers
programming portability for field environments, not for production purposes.
Note: The Preserve Memories option is not supported in Programmer-To-Go
mode.