• Compile in Lite mode:

A free C compiler is now available that supports all Microchip PIC10/12/16 devices, has no memory restriction and never expires. The industries preferred choice of professional C development tools can now be installed and operated in "Lite mode" which is essentially the same easy-to-use HI-TECH C PRO compiler, however compiler optimizations are disabled. The licence also permits the Lite mode compiler to be used for commercial development.

• Includes latest HI-TECH Universal Toolsuite (for use with Microchip MPLAB IDE)

The latest version of this plug-in allows more selection of the build summaries that are available, Option to extended address zero of the Intel hex file, Displays compiler serial number and other details upon build completion.

• PICKit2 support

Now the MPLAB PICKit2 debugger is a selectable debug tool compatible with this compiler.

• Easier installation

The compiler quickstart guide is available during product installation which makes it easier for first-time users to start programming.

• More control over RAM banking

A new driver option, --BANKQUAL can be used to specify the compiler's response to bank qualified C variables. Bank qualifiers can be ignored completely allowing the compiler unrestricted preferences for variable allocation. Qualifiers can be taken as user suggestions allowing the compiler to relocate to another bank if the request cannot be met. Adherance to bank qualifiers can be made mandatory and an inability to facilitate request result in build failure (compatible with PICC STD functionality).

• Improved debugging

This version of the compiler includes various fixes and improvements to debugging for greater visibility of variables.

• Extended zero address in Intel Hex file

It is now possible to extend address zero in the Intel hex file from the PICC^™ command line (and MPLAB project settings). This is done to comply with the requirements of some device programmers and debuggers.

The release notes installed with the HI-TECH C PRO for the PIC10/12/16 MCU Family v9.60PL2 detail the new enhancements, changes, fixes and limitations of this release. Please read the Release Notes before using this product.

Availability

HI-TECH C PRO for the PIC10/12/16 MCU Family v9.60PL2 is freely available to customers who have registered their serial number and currently have HI-TECH Priority Access^™. You may download the patch level update from the updates page and find "HI-TECH C PRO for the PIC10/12/16 MCU Family (v9.60PL2)" for the O/S of your choice.

Please visit our product webpage where you will find information about:

• Free 45-day evaluation version;
• Release Notes;
• Manual;
• Supported Devices;
• Embedded Development Environment; and
• Pricing and Ordering Methods.

PICC is licensed exclusively to HI-TECH Software by Microchip Technology Inc. HI-TECH C is a registered trademark of HI-TECH Software. HI-TECH Priority Access is a trademark of HI-TECH Software.