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Overall Context:

️· PIC16C71X Family: This document describes a family of microcontrollers (MCUs) from Microchip. These MCUs are designed for various embedded applications.

1. Device Varieties:

️· UV Erasable Devices: Ideal for prototype development and initial testing. Can be erased and reprogrammed repeatedly. Packaged in CERDIP.
️· One-Time-Programmable (OTP) Devices: Suitable for production runs where code updates are infrequent. Can be programmed *once*. Available in plastic packages.
️· Quick-Turnaround-Production (QTP) Devices: A factory programming service for orders of moderate to high volumes, streamlining production.
️· Serialized Quick-Turnaround Production (SQTP) Devices: Microchip programs specific locations in each device with unique serial numbers. Useful for authentication, identification, or as a form of code protection.
️· Device Types (identified by the suffix in the part number):
- 'C': Standard voltage range, uses EPROM memory.
- 'LC': Extended voltage range, uses EPROM memory.

2. Programming:

️· Programming Tools: The PICSTART Plus and PRO MATE II programmers support programming of these microcontrollers.
️· Serial Programming: Utilizing RB6 and RB7 pins.

3. Key Features Highlighted:

️· Flexibility: Offers choices for development (UV Erasable), initial production (OTP), and high-volume, serial identification (SQTP).
️· EPROM Memory: All the "C" and "LC" devices utilize EPROM technology for their memory.



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