Algocraft WriteNow! ISP programming technology

Algocraft has designed WriteNow! ISP programming technology that allows users to reach the theoretical programming speed for any given device on up to eight devices at once. The technology allows for universal device support, since the majority of ISP protocols are implemented by the same hardware platform. Standard and custom programming algorithms are transferred to the instrument and run at the programmer’s full speed.

The compact size and versatile interfacing possibilities of the programmers allow them to be conveniently integrated in an automatic test equipment (ATE) or programming/test fixture. Since binary codes, board parameters and programming flow reside inside the WriteNow! programmer, the programmer can work without a connection to a PC (stand-alone mode). When in stand-alone, a simple ‘start’ command string can be sent by an ATE or PC to initiate the programming flow. After the programming flow is started, the ATE or PC can switch to other tasks — no external resources are needed to carry out the programming flow.

The programmers enable the ability to custom-program each device with variable data. The data encryption feature, coupled with LAN connectivity, allows manufacturing companies to securely synchronise local data with distant production facilities. A built-in relay barrier allows ISP lines to be disconnected from the target system, thus allowing other operations to be performed by other equipment.