asmallri
Joined: 12 Aug 2004 Posts: 1634 Location: Perth, Australia
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Posted: Sat Oct 22, 2005 1:20 am |
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A bootloader is a small(ish) bit of code that you can program into your target with a conventional programmer. Once a bootloader is installed it is possible to load new code into the target without requiring an external progammer.
It allows you to quickly and simply upgrade a PIC locally or remotely.
Microchip have some good application notes on their site that describe some implementations. If you search the web you will find lots of bootloaders. DO a serach on "Tiny Bootloader" PIC and you will find a basic description. _________________ Regards, Andrew
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