Atmel AVR STK500 User Guide

This document introduces the use of AVR STK500, including hardware description, software installation and use methods.

Brand: AVR
Category: Other Electronics
Document type: User Manual
Language: English
Pages: 61
File format: PDF
File size: 2.3 MB
Published: 14 March, 2012
Updated: 30 September, 2023
MD5 checksum: E5B71EEF9A9656699D7693FD7AF7DBF3
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About this manual

The AVR STK500 Flash Microcontroller Starter Kit is a complete development system for Atmel AVR microcontrollers. It includes a control board, power supply, RS‑232 interface, sockets for various AVR devices, LEDs, push‑buttons, and expansion connectors.

The guide covers unpacking, system requirements, quick start wiring, detailed hardware description, installation of AVR Studio, step‑by‑step programming procedures, troubleshooting tips, technical support information, and example applications using the kit’s LEDs and switches.

What's inside

Introduction
Getting Started
Hardware Description
Installing AVR Studio
Using AVR Studio
In-System Programming of an External Target System
Troubleshooting Guide
Technical Support
Example Applications
Appendix A

Specifications

Power Supply	10 – 15 V DC
Supported Socket Types	8‑pin, 20‑pin, 28‑pin, 40‑pin
LEDs	8 general‑use LEDs
Push Buttons	8 general‑use push buttons
RS‑232 Interface	PC programming and control

Frequently asked questions

How do I program a target AVR device with the STK500?

In AVR Studio select “STK500” from the Tools menu, choose the target device, load the Intel‑hex file, then press the Erase button followed by the Program button.

What does the green status LED indicate?

The green LED shows that the target VCC is present and the board is powered.

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