3.1 Debugger to Target Communication

Important: The MPLAB X IDE software must be installed prior to connecting the MPLAB PICkit 4 In-Circuit Debugger.

The debugger is connected to the computer via a USB cable for communication and debugger power.

The debugger is connected to the target application for communication and data collection and optional debugger power.

The debugger system configurations are discussed in the following sections.

Note: The MPLAB PICkit 4 In-Circuit Debugger is warrantied for operation using the provided cable. Cables from other vendors may result in communication errors.