Review on 🔌 PRG-056 MCUmall GQ-4X V4 True USB Universal Chip Programmer: EPROM Flash, PIC BIOS, AVR - Full Pack (Canada Made, GQ Brand) by Marcus Block

Sturdy, tough, does the job perfectly for very little money. This is the fourth generation of the programmer line and still supports EPROM but also supports many other types of programmable integrated circuits. Fully connected to the computer via USB. The software works well but requires at least an older Windows 7 or newer Windows XP system to get the most benefit. You must first install the USB device driver and then connect the device so that its service device driver is added to the operating system. External power is not required to program many devices, but Wall Wart-type external power is required to erase or program some devices. what is not included. It comes with a mini CD-ROM with software (do not use; download the latest device driver and software from the manufacturer's website), a USB cable, and a programmer. Adapters for non-DIP programmers can be purchased separately. This requires some user experience and familiarity with what it's for and how to learn how to use it. It is not a tool for beginners. but in the right hands it's a very economical alternative for hobbyists and weekend electricians.