4.1 IPE Main Window

The following figure shows the main window of the IPE. The IPE Menu bar contains the following menus, with commands:

Commands are available based on several factors, such as the device selected or the settings selected in Advanced Mode.

Figure 4-1. IPE Main Window

Table 4-1. IPE Main Window Fields
ItemDescription
Select Device and Tool:
FamilyFilters devices by family or recently used.
DeviceSpecifies the device; click Apply to select.
ToolSpecifies the tool; click Connect or Disconnect as appropriate.
Results:
CP=OFF ChecksumThis field displays only if enabled in Advanced Mode.

Displays the imported hex checksum as if code protect is off for the device with current memory contents; value can be copied using CTRL+C.

ChecksumChecksum value for the device with current memory contents; value can be copied using CTRL+C.
Pass CountDetails the number of programming operations that passed.
Fail CountDetails the number of programming operations that failed.
Total CountThe total number of programming operations.
Command Buttons:
ProgramPrograms the device.
EraseErases the device.
ReadReads the device.
VerifyPerforms a verify operation on the device.
Blank CheckChecks whether the device is blank.
Other:
Hex FileThe Hex file location, Browse to locate the file.
SQTPThe SQTP file location, Browse to locate the file.
Output TabDisplay of output data.

Right-click in the Output window to access additional options.

Tool TabDisplay of specific tool data, for example, PM3, ICD 4, PICkit 4.