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Modular Cable and Connector

For standard communication, a modular cable connects the debugger and the target application. The specifications for this cable and its connectors are listed below.

Modular Connector Specification

•	Manufacturer, Part Number – AMP Incorporated, 555165-1

•	Distributor, Part Number – Digi-Key, A9031ND

The following table shows how the modular connector pins for an application correspond to the microcontroller pins. This configuration provides full in-circuit debugger functionality.

Figure: Modular Connector Pinout of Target Board

Modular Plug Specification

•	Manufacturer, Part Number – AMP Incorporated, 5-554710-3

•	Distributor, Part Number – Digi-Key, A9117ND

Modular Cable Specification

Manufacturer, Part Number – Microchip Technology, 07‑00024

The length of this cable (L) is 6 inches. It is not recommended that you use a modular cable longer than 6 inches to avoid potential communication problems.

Figure: Modular Cable

Microchip Support Help Updated: 2019-06-25 10:29:54Z Help Page: 71