Summary of ATmega USB Programmer
This project describes the design and construction of a USBasp in-circuit programmer for Atmel AVR microcontrollers, particularly the ATmega series. Using an ATmega8 or ATmega48 as the core IC, the programmer supports multiple platforms (Linux, Mac OS X, Windows) and offers a programming speed of 5kB/s. It includes features like SCK selection for low clock speed targets and plans for a serial interface for debugging. The guide provides schematics, PCB layouts, firmware hex files, Windows drivers, and software for burning hex files, making it a complete DIY solution without requiring special or SMD components.
Parts used in the USBasp Programmer:
- ATmega8 microcontroller (or ATmega48 alternative)
- USB interface components (standard USB connector)
- Basic passive components (resistors, capacitors)
- Crystal oscillator or clock source for microcontroller
- PCB for mounting components
- Programming and debugging interface connectors
USB programmer for Atmel AVR microcontrollers including ATmega series
This is USBasp in circuit Programmer for programming Atmel AVR Series using USB interface. It is a complete DIY guide to build this programmer project. Core IC used in development of this programmer is ATmega8 or you can also use ATmega48.
No special components are required to build this programmer.
Major Features
– USB programmer Works under multiple platforms. Linux, Mac OS X and Home windows are examined.
– USB programmer requires No special remotes or smd components are essential.
– USB programmer’s Programming speed can be 5kB per sec.
– SCK choice to support targets with low clock speed (< 1,5MHz).
– Planned: serial interface to target (e.g. for debugging)
AVR ATmega Programmer(USB) Schematic:
ATmega Programmer (USB) PCB:
ATmega Programmer (USB) PCB Component Side Layout:
ATmega Programmer (USB) PCB Top Side:
Click to download ATmega Programmer (USB) PCB Top Side in PDF format
ATmega Programmer (USB) Schematic for PCB Assembly:
Click to download ATmega Programmer (USB) Schematic for PCB Assembly PDF format
Final Product Using above PCB will be Look Like:
AVR ATmega Programmer(USB) Firmware Hex Files:
- Download AVR ATmega Programmer(USB) Firmware Hex File for ATmega8
- Download AVR ATmega Programmer(USB) Firmware Hex File for ATmega48
ATmega Programmer (USB) Windows Drivers:
ATmega Programmer (USB) Software GUI:
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