Device Programmer offers in-circuit serial programming.

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PC Compatible Model 844A has 3,628 device library and offers 40-pin DIP Zero Insertion Force Socket (both 300 and 600 mil). It also provides 1.8 V low-voltage device compatibility and Windows control program with pull-down menus. Able to perform Read, Blank Check, Program, Verify, and Erase commands, Model 844A also includes Buffer features such as Random Data Fill, Copy/Move/Swap Block, Buffer print, Find/Replace Text, and 8- and 16-Bit view modes.



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B + K Precision® Adds Low-Cost Device Programmer with In-Circuit Serial Programming Capability



YORBA LINDA, CA. August 30, 2002 - B&K Precision Corporation, one of the industry's leading suppliers of test and measurement products, today announced the addition of the Model 844A, a low cost PC Compatible Device Programmer with in-circuit serial programming capability, to its rapidly expanding product line. The device has been designed for ease-of-use, fast, reliable performance, and features an extensive library of 3,628 devices. The 844A's device library is constantly being updated and can be downloaded free from www.bkprecision.com.

Outstanding features of the Model 844A include:
o 40-pin DIP Zero Insertion Force Socket (both 300 and 600 mil)
o In-Circuit Serial Programming capability
o Small size and fast programming speed
o Windows 95/98/Me/NT/2000/XP(TM) compatible
o 1.8V Low-Voltage device compatibility
o Free software downloads from www.bkprecision.com
o Optional adapters support for surface mount chips
o Easy to use Windows control program with pull-down menus for Programming
o Performs all of the standard commands like Read, Blank Check, Program, Verify & Erase

B+K Precision also offers an extensive line of socket adapters to interface with just about any IC package including PLCC, SOIC, TSOP, DIP, TQFP, SSOP, PSOP, or QFP. Priced at a low $420.00, B+K Precision's newest Device Programmer is a must for anyone that tests, repairs, programs or re-programs any electronic device using a memory IC.

"Fast, Dependable, and Reliable, the Model 844A is the latest addition to our new family of Device Programmers," said Victor Tolan, President of B+K Precision Corporation. "The device is completely PC compatible and offers the user in-circuit serial programming capability. We only use vendor approved Windows(TM) based software to assure successful programming. Our extensive libraries, which are constantly being updated to reflect the latest in technology, are easily accessed from our web site. The Model 844A's outstanding accuracy, flexibility and price performance makes it an ideal choice for programming EPROM, EEPROM/Flash, Serial EPROM, Microcontroller, and PLD devices."

The Model 844A Device programmer comes with a 40-pin ZIF socket that eliminates the need of an adapter for any DIP device up to 40 pins. However, B+K Precision does maintain an extensive line of socket adapters to interface with many IC packages, if required. The Model 844A offers outstanding Buffer features including Erase, Random Data Fill, Fill Block, Copy Block, Move block, Swap Block, Buffer print, Find Text, Replace text, 8-Bit and 16-Bit View Modes, Go To Address, and Checksum Calculator. The unit is Windows 95/98/Me/NT/2000/XP(TM) compatible and comes equipped with a standard parallel printer port interface.

Priced at a low $420.00, The Model 844A, comes complete with a library of 3,628 devices, software (with the user manual in digital format), power supply, and parallel cable. It is available for immediate delivery.

For over 50 years, B&K Precision Corporation has developed a reputation for excellence in the design and manufacture of high quality, reliable and cost-effective test and measurement products. Recognized for their price-performance value, ease of use, measurement accuracy and application flexibility, B&K Precision Corporation products are available worldwide through a global network of authorized distributors.

For additional information or the name and location of an authorized distributor near you, contact B&K Precision Corporation, 22820 Savi Ranch Parkway, Yorba Linda, California, 92887, Tel: (714) 921-9095, Fax: (714) 921-6422 or visit our Web site at www.bkprecision.com

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