How it works:
This software interacts with the LED sequencer to flash a Hex file generated from the Sequence Designer software. This process reprograms the sequencer with whatever programming you created using the Sequence Designer software. You will need a PICkit3 programmer to interface between the Ghozt LED Sequencer and your computer. You can purchase one HERE if you do not have one.
Video Tutorials:
MPLab IPE Demo/Overview
How to connect and flash your sequencer using MPLab IPE
How to use MPLab IPE:
- Download and install the latest MPLAB software
- During installation, you only need MPLAB IPE (you can uncheck MPLAB IDE)
- Set Device to PIC24F32KA304, Apply
- The sequencer needs power to be re-programmed, you can use the 12v power/ground inputs or you can power it via the PICkit3:
- Go to Settings > Advanced, microchip
- Click Power on the left, check Power Target Circuit from Tool
- Click Operate on the left
- Plug the PICkit3 USB cable into the computer, click Connect
- Plug the other end of the PICkit3 into the Sequencer – the pin with the square around it is pin 1 (or USB port if you wired one up)
- Click Ok on the warning regarding voltages
- Click Browse, locate your Hex file, click Program
If programming fails:
- Try unplugging the PICkit3’s USB cable from the computer and plugging it back in or restarting MPLab IPE (this fixes most issues)
- Make sure the programming pins have good connection with the programmer and is plugged in with pin 1 matching the square hole
- Make sure the board has 12v power or is powered by the Picket by selecting that option in the software