Atmel AVR ISP - Section 1 Introduction; 1.1 Features

AVR
®
In System Programmer User Guide 1-1
Section 1
Introduction
Figure 1-1. AVRISP In-System Programmer
The AVR
®
In-System Programmer (AVRISP) from Atmel
®
is a professional low-cost In-
System Programmer covering all AVR 8-bit RISC Microcontrollers. The programmer
connects to a PC through a standard RS-232 serial interface and draws the necessary
power from the target board eliminating the need for an additional power supply.
AVR Studio
®
is used as front-end software, giving you a highly-integrated development
solution.
1.1 Features ■ AVR Studio Interface
■ ISP Programming of all AVR Devices
■ Programs both Flash and EEPROM
■ Supports Fuses and Lock Bit Programming
■ Supports RC Oscillator Calibration
■ Upgradeable to Support Future Devices
■ Operates at Target Voltages from 2.7V to 5.5V
■ Adjustable Speed – Supports all Target Boards Running at a Speed Higher than 8
kHz
■ RS-232 Interface
■ Powered from Target – No need for Additional Power Supply