For standard communications, a modular In-Circuit Serial Programming™ (ICSP™) cable connects the emulator and the target application. The specifications for this cable and its connectors are listed below.
Modular Cable Specification
Manufacturer, Part Number – Microchip Technology, 07-00024
The length for this cable (L) is 6 inches. It is not recommended that you use a modular cable longer than 6 inches or you may experience communication problems. If you require a longer cable, consider purchasing the Performance Pak (AC244002).
Figure 1: Modular Cable
Modular Plug Specification
Manufacturer, Part Number – AMP Incorporated, 5-554710-3
Distributor, Part Number – Digi-Key, A9117ND
Modular Connector Specification
Manufacturer, Part Number – AMP Incorporated, 555165-1
Distributor, Part Number – Digi-Key, A9031ND
The following figure shows how the modular connector pins on an application correspond to the microcontroller pins. This configuration provides full ICD functionality.
Figure 2: Modular Connector Pinout of Target Board