This tool is used for field upgrades of Atmel 8-bit AVR microcontrollers with ISP or PDI interfaces. Using the included AVR Studio® software, designers can program tinyAVR and megaAVR devices using the ISP Interface, tinyAVR devices using the TPI interface, and AVR XMEGA devices using the PDI Interface.This section describes how to connect the Atmel AVRISP mkII to the host PC and the target device for correct operation. Note that Atmel Studio and the USB driver must be installed. See the Atmel Studio documentation for help. AVRISP mkII must be connected to the computer before connecting it to the target device.When the AVRISP mkII is connected to the PC, and if the USB driver is installed, the green LED inside the AVRISP mkII close to the USB connector will be lit. The main status LED will be red before target is detected.

Features:

• Supports all AVR devices with ISP or PDI interface, and certain 51 Devices
• Programs both Flash and EEPROM
• Supports Fuses and Lock Bit Programming
• Based on AT AVRISP mkII firmware
• Upgradable to Support Future Devices
• Adjustable ISP programming speed up to 8M frequency
• USB 2.0 compliant (full speed, 12Mbps)
• 3 optional cables to target board
• Powered from USB bus, does not require external power supply