**Hardware & Firmware Update Feb 2024!

Now the AVR/ATmega/ATtiny Standalone Programmer has many improvements mostly loading and programming speeds. This programmer is now capable of programming a full 64K hex file in under 5 seconds!

If you have an older version of this programmer V3, V4, V4.5 up to V4.6 you can obtain a FREE firmware update. Please send me a message with your Tindie order number and the firmware version you have in your board.

What is it?

AVR/ATmega/ATtiny Standalone Programmer for programming AVR Devices Without a Computer. Just load the hex files and set up configuration with a terminal program (For best results, use TeraTerm), the programmer now operates as a standalone programmer.

Great for mass production programming or for updating devices for customers. If you need to program multiple devices with the same code, this programmer really simplifies the operation! Programs and Verifies Flash, Eeprom, Fuses, and Lock Bits. Each operation can be enabled or disabled in the configuration.

AVR/ATmega/ATtiny Standalone Programmer is most convenient for programming the bootloader in brand new chips. Just load the flash and fuses in the programmer. Now you can just leave the bootloader code stored in the programmer for multiple uses. The bootloader programs a new chip in just a few seconds!

The AVR Standalone Programmer uses the standard 10 pin ISP connector configuration. An ISP cable is include with the programmer.

Why did you make it?

In 2008, I needed a way to program a solar-powered sensing device on my property 350' away from any power source. I did not want to bring my expensive laptop outside every time, nor did I want to bring all the cables, power supply, etc.

So I developed the first version, and from there were 5 more versions this one being the latest with support for more devices.

What makes it special?

You do need a computer to set it up initially. I like to use TeraTerm for best results. Once set up, the AVR Standalone Programmer runs from the target power or a USB power supply. The data (Flash, Eeprom, Fuse and Lock bits) are stored in the programmers memory indefinitely or until they are changed. Standalone operation is invoked when jumper J1 is installed. I have used this programmer a thousand times because of its simplicity and reliability.

The AVR Standalone ISP Programmer can also be password protected for preventing unauthorized usage.

If you are purchasing this item, please check your email messages here on Tindie or the email address you provided when ordering the item. The instructions & user guide will be emailed to you.

Rest assured if you buy this item you will receive support for any questions you may have. I am the originator of this item, not a reseller so you will always receive an honest, quick & direct response to any emails.

When buying a cheap item from China and you ask the seller a simple question, do you quickly receive a straight answer? Probably not. Most of the time the seller doesn't even know what he/she is selling and cannot offer any type of support (even if there was no language barrier).

For any questions, just send me an email message here or look for the email address in the user guide you downloaded. I usually respond immediately and I will do my best to help you successfully program your device.

Device List For the AVR Standalone Programmer V5.0