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Thread: First time programming prop, what do i need??

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    Default First time programming prop, what do i need??

    ok i have 3 of rpm 4 port e131 boards. there ready to run but i cant figure out what i need to program the prop chip. i have the prop plug(thanks david) and i have the usb driver installed. i tried to download the basic stamp program with no luck. what am i missing?

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    Default Re: First time programming prop, what do i need??

    I use the Propeller Tool, load the hex and hit F11 to flash the eeprom with the code. Just make sure the PropTool is pointing to the correct com port.
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    Default Re: First time programming prop, what do i need??

    Quote Originally Posted by fathead45 View Post
    i tried to download the basic stamp program with no luck. what am i missing?
    You aren't dealing with a basic stamp you are dealing with a Propeller. Besides budude's suggestion you could try Propellent.
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