10.2 MPLAB PICkit 5 In-Circuit Debugger
The debugger consists of an internal main board and an external USB Type-C connector and an 8-pin SIL connector. On the
front of the debugger enclosure is an indicator light strip and a hidden push button
located underneath the logo.
- Lanyard Connection - An opening through the top and side for a lanyard (not included) to be attached.
- Emergency Recovery Button - If needed, this recessed button is used for Recovery Boot Mode.
- USB Type-C Connector - Used to connect the debugger to the computer with the supplied USB cable.
- Indicator Light Strip - Displays the operational modes of the debugger (see 10.2.2 Indicator Lights Strip).
- Button Area - The area in the center of the shield logo is used for the Programmer-To-Go1 option and for invoking the bootload mode (see 6.4 How to Invoke the Bootload Mode).
- Pin 1 Marker - This designates the pin 1 location for proper connector alignment.
- Programming Connector - The connector is an 8-pin SIL connector (0.100" spacing) that connects to the target device (see Target Connection Pinouts).
- MicroSDHC Card Slot - The microSDHC card slot supports a large variety of microSDHC cards with various speed requirements.