Project Development Tools

1) Computer:

• The computer is used to draw schematic and PCB for the system. Computer can be used  to compile and download program into PIC through C-compiler and downloader software.

2) Laser printer:

• The laser printer is used to print the PCB drawing for PCB fabrication.

3) PCB development tools:

•  Blade: to cut suitable size for PCB.

•  Fluorescence light: to do photo etching for PCB.

•  PCB developer, etching powder and thinner: to develop track from PCB.

4) PCB assembly tools:

•  Cutter: used to cut wire and components legs.

•  Pliers: used to bend component legs and place components on PCB.

•  Soldering iron: used to solder components on PCB.

•  Mini drill: used to drill holes on PCB to place components.

5) Programming development tools

• PCW C-Compiler: Edit and compile C-language program. It will generate .hex file for downloading application. The trial version of C-compiler can download from www.ccsinfo.com.

•  Winpic800 USB Downloader Software: This software is used to download program to PIC. This software comes with Bizchip USB PIC programmer.

•  Universal PIC Programmer: it is an electronics device used to download PIC program into PIC. Through Winpic800 USB downloader software, this programmer can download PIC program (machine code, .hex file) into PIC.