What programmer do you use?

KnHawke · 2019-11-08T03:07:12.000Z

Like the subject line says, what do you guys use to program the Attiny MCU’s?
I’m on the final leg of acquiring parts and tools to start building my own drivers, like the Texas Avenger 20mm FET+7.
Even though I know I need an SOIC8 clamp, I’m stuck on what programmer to procure since there are so many to choose from on Amazon.

Man_Without_Shadow · 2019-11-08T03:51:15.000Z

I used this one. Always a successful flash.

https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00AX4WQ00/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_search_asin_title?ie=UTF8&psc=1

amishbill · 2019-11-08T03:36:09.000Z

I listed the parts I bought in this FLash my SP36 thread.

As far as I can tell, most or all of the USBASP adapters that look the same will work the same. I can only state as fact that the one I got works, but I’m likely to grab a few more cheap ones from China to experiment on / with.

Tucson_Tom · 2019-11-08T04:42:56.000Z

I use the USBasp — you can buy it for about $5 on Ebay or even cheaper on AliExpress. You can even buy them on Amazon. I found that I had to install the slow SCK jumper before it would talk to ATTINY13 chips though. At that price, I bought several, which allowed me to use one to update the firmware on another, which was nice, though not entirely essential. I bought two on Ebay, and two from China. One of the four was DOA, so I was glad to buy several, and at that price and with long shipping times from Asia, it only makes sense.

KnHawke · 2019-11-08T10:25:23.000Z

Thanks guys!
Got a USBAsp on the way!
Little over $10 with the SOIC8 clip off Amazon

KnHawke · 2019-11-16T02:09:49.000Z

okay… Now I’m stuck again!
What do I need to do to program an Attiny85 for the TA 20mm Driver?
Or… What you guys do?

Man_Without_Shadow · 2019-11-16T02:45:44.000Z

Have an Android phone?
Here is a vid about programming with a pin programmer.

Works with a clip too…just plug the USB programmer in the phone with an OTG cable.

Otherwise will need a program called AVRDude downloaded and running on a Windows computer.

Read this thread about the Emisar D4v2. Same principles, just a different flashlight and uses pogo pins instead of a clip.

Emisar D4V2 Flash Kit Instructions (Official How To) LED Flashlights – General Info

Hank (from intl-outdoor.com) has requested my help in writing instructions to flash the D4V2, using the so-called “flash kit”. The flash kit can be ordered here: intl-outdoor.com/emisar-d4v2-reflashing-kits My instructions are only for Windows 10, using a command line, which is the only method I have experience with. Windows 7 and 8 should also work with these instructions. This is a collaborative project, others BLF members can contribute instructions for using other flashing …

Here is another thread about wiring the clip to the USBprogrammer:

Guide: how to flash ATtiny13a based drivers (NANJG, QLITE, etc.) with custom firmware Flashlight Modding and DIY Parts

This is a short “quickstart” guide on how to flash drivers that use the ATtiny13a MCU such as Qlite, AK-47, 105a/c/d, etc. Flashing drivers that have an ATtiny25/45/85 is similar but the “fuses” and firmware will be specific to the MCU being used. References and relevant links: http://flashlightwiki.com/AVR_Drivers USBASP V2.0 user guide ATtiny13a datasheet Flashlight Firmware Repository by ToyKeeper Attiny25/45/85 FW Development Thread BLF A6 FET+7135 Light Troubleshooting and Mod thread …

The chip is a different one, but the method the same.

Do you have the hex files to put on the chip?

I am not versed enough to suggest what files to flash on your driver and LED setup

KnHawke · 2019-11-16T13:51:07.000Z

Man Without Shadow:

Have an Android phone?
Here is a vid about programming with a pin programmer.

Works with a clip too…just plug the USB programmer in the phone with an OTG cable.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kyu7WOWApkc&feature=emb_logo

Otherwise will need a program called AVRDude downloaded and running on a Windows computer.

Read this thread about the Emisar D4v2. Same principles, just a different flashlight and uses pogo pins instead of a clip.

Emisar D4V2 Flash Kit Instructions (Official How To)

Here is another thread about wiring the clip to the USBprogrammer:

Guide: how to flash ATtiny13a based drivers (NANJG, QLITE, etc.) with custom firmware

The chip is a different one, but the method the same.

Do you have the hex files to put on the chip?

I am not versed enough to suggest what files to flash on your driver and LED setup

Most of my problem is getting the programmer to actually do something.
Since TexasAce was kind enough to package everything into one ZIP file, it includes AVRDude.
Also, because I have a Win10 Computer, figured out how to get a driver installed for the ASPAsp… and right now nosing about for a GUI or something that will interface with it.

Edit:
Found THIS
Hmmm… Not getting a response from target. yay, more research needed