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  Quasar Plus PC based Universal Programmer

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     Features:

  Advanced PC based Universal Programmer
Universal device support - Memories, Microcontrollers and PLDs
All package styles supported with add-on modules
Connects via standard PC parallel port
Full screen informative user interface

Device support list


  Quasar Plus: Description and Technical Specification

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Stag's Quasar Plus PC based universal programmer is designed for engineering or production use. Interchangeable modules provide socketing for various device packages including DIP, PLCC, TSOP, PSOP, QFP, PGA and BGA. Devices supported include PROMs, EPROMs, FLASH, EEPROMs, PLDs, CPLDs & Microcontrollers. Device libraries and algorithms are stored in software modules on the PC allow easy user upgrades for new or changed algorithms.

Programmer Options
Two programmer options are available tailored to your requirements.
The Quasar Plus model 1044 has a 44pin DIP socket as standard and using the UPA-44 universal PLCC module can support 44 pin PLCC devices. 44 pindrivers are available for programming and testing devices. Larger devices may be supported depending on the programming module.
The Quasar Plus model 1084 has a 44pin DIP socket as standard and using the UPA-84 universal PLCC module can support 84 pin PLCC devices. 84 pindrivers are available for programming and testing devices. Larger devices may be supported depending on the programming module.

Memory, Micros and Logic
As expected from a Stag Programmer the Quasar Plus is feature rich and every area of programmable device behaviour is covered.
For memory devices, 8 and 16-bit modes are available as well as a full featured data editor.
All types of device security are implemented: security fuses; encryption; software data protection; and the software also provides an option for automatic device serial numbers and checksums for memory type devices.
A full programming sequence can be defined to fit the operator's requirements: Blank Check, Programming, Verification and the blowing of security fuses.
The Quasar Plus accepts standard JEDEC files from logic compilers, which provide all the necessary fuse data and test vectors for programming and testing PLDs.
 

Universal Device Support
CMOS PROMs, BPROMs, EPROMs, FLASH, EEPROMs, Microcontrollers, PLDs, EPLDs, GALs.

Pin Drivers
Model 1044 Entry level machine has 44 pin drivers as standard.
Model 1084 has 84 pin drivers.

PC Requirements
IBM 386/486/Pentium or compatible machine.
DOS 3.1 or above.
640K RAM minimum.
Hard disk with at least 1.5MB free disk space.
Uses standard parallel printer port.

Data Transfer
All popular file formats are supported including Intel Hex, ASCII, Motorola S-Record, Binary, Extended Hex, JEDEC, and POF.

Dimensions
280mm x 320mm x 76mm (11" x 12.5" x 3").

Weight
Model 1044 2.8kg (6.0lb).
Model 1084 3.0kg (6.5lb).  

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Expansion Capability
Programming Units
UPA-44: Universal socket for upto 44 pin PLCC.
UPA-84: Universal socket for upto 84 pin PLCC.
For other device specific modules refer to the Device Support List.
 


Power
85-264VAC 50W.
 


Environmental
EMC Emissions - Complies with EN 50081-1.
EMC Immunity - Complies with EN 50082-1.
Safety - Complies with EN 60950.
 


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