Programming a PIC 16F886 on a FR28 I/O board

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The discussion focuses on programming a PIC 16F886 microcontroller on an FR28 I/O board, which requires 12V power and RS232 communication with a computer. Users can utilize MPLAB or C for programming, while communication can be established using terminal emulation software such as Minicom or HyperTerminal. The importance of obtaining the PIC firmware from the seller is emphasized, as it is essential for proper operation. Additionally, the board is intended for sensor data collection, which will later be uploaded to a computer.

PREREQUISITES
  • Understanding of PIC microcontroller programming using MPLAB or C
  • Familiarity with RS232 communication protocols
  • Knowledge of terminal emulation software (Minicom, HyperTerminal)
  • Basic concepts of data storage in flash memory
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  • Research how to set up RS232 communication with the PIC 16F886
  • Learn how to use MPLAB for programming PIC microcontrollers
  • Explore terminal emulation software options for Windows and Linux
  • Investigate methods for reading and writing data to flash memory on PIC devices
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This discussion is beneficial for hobbyists, embedded systems developers, and engineers working with PIC microcontrollers, particularly those interested in sensor integration and data communication.

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I need help in programming a pic on a FR28 I/O board that i bought off of ebay. no software came with it, only pdf's. Essentially i want to hook up sensors (Thermocouple, ph, photon) and have the pic store the data (using flash mem). the data stored will later be uploaded to a computer.

the board needs 12v and can be hooked up to a cpu with RS232 cable. i have hooked it up and supplied the power, but i don't have an idea how to communicate with the board. I know i can use mplab or c to program the pic, but how do i get the computer to read the hardware.

i have uploaded info about the board.

any advise, tips or help will be appreciated

thx
 

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oelias said:
but i don't have an idea how to communicate with the board. I know i can use mplab or c to program the pic
You have to set up a link over hardware to talk to the pic so that you can flash it. If you're using linux, minicomm/kermit
On windows, hyperterminal (or some free terminal emulation software).
tutorial
 
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Hi,
ask the seller for the PIC firmware. It should arrive with the board or send by e-mail. A PC sofware could be found in http://cgi.ebay.ca/FR88-RS232-Relay-Board-8-In%2F8-Out-Robot-VB-LabVIEW_W0QQitemZ110469872841QQcmdZViewItemQQimsxZ20091214?IMSfp=TL091214215001r675

Sergio
 
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