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Re: PIC16F1783: Erase algorithm incorrect

Hi,
No experience with the U2 here but according to the U2 supported device list (https://melabs.com/includes/compatibility/meprog.pics.htm) the 16F1783 is supported.

I don't know enough about...
HenrikOlsson Yesterday, 17:55

PIC16F1783: Erase algorithm incorrect

I have a Melabs U2 programmer. I have no problem programming a PIC16F886 and other microchip controllers of that type. I started a project planning to use a PIC16F1783 or a PIC16F1786. I tried to...
SuddyCamp - 11th November 2025, 23:15

Re: Has anyone tried AI with PICBASIC

I'm using AI to write PBP code for latest months and it has significantly improved - gone syntax issues, like using proton basic or C++ style code in PBP. Also, it no longer invents new types of...
CuriousOne - 11th November 2025, 08:59

Re: Barcode reader serial port

UPC-E

a barcode reader with a serial interface cable connected to a PIC chip

10003
jackberg1 - 8th November 2025, 12:08

Re: Barcode reader serial port

a data sheet and/or a representative sample of said bar code reader would eliminate need for guesswork

to do what exactly
richard - 8th November 2025, 02:20

Barcode reader serial port

Hello everyone,

does anyone have a simple code listing or can direct me on how to read barcode reader via serial port.

my guess would be with a serin2 command then writing each incoming byte...
jackberg1 - 7th November 2025, 15:06

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Microchip Tips and Tricks
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Published on - 17th June 2010 18:26 Number of Views: 14974
The link below has the most information about tips and tricks using PIC micro-controllers. The attachment is a smaller version ...

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Presetting Configuration Fuses (PIC Defines) into your Program
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Published on - 20th May 2010 17:27 Number of Views: 13565
1. What are the Configuration Fuses?
2. How can I preset them in my Program?
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Bits, Bytes Words and Arrays
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Published on - 23rd April 2010 20:39 Number of Views: 11557
1. How can I reference a BIT in a BYTE?
2. How can I reference a BIT in a WORD?
3. How can I reference a BIT in a BYTE ARRAY?
4. How can I reference a BIT in a WORD ARRAY?
5. How can I reference a BYTE in a WORD ARRAY?
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I’m Running Out of CodeSpace, What Can I Do?
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Published on - 23rd April 2010 20:28 Number of Views: 15089
I’m Running Out of CodeSpace, What can I do?
My progam is too slow - What can I do?

Apart from the obvious and move to a faster PIC with more program memory, there’s a few little known tricks you can try.
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