[amsat-bb] Chip for LVB Tracker

[Kelly Keeton]

If the PIC died likely needs replaced direct from source - not a off the shelf part/ custom programmed chip. Also abnormal for a PIC to wipe clean. 

I also agree using mega to replace it has longer term viability. 

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> On Oct 30, 2016, at 3:37 AM, Rich/wa4bue <richard.siff at verizon.net> wrote:
> 
> K4AMG has a LVB tracker.  It lost memory and has been at least temporarily reset.  It was purchased in 2013.  The tracker and electronics are stored at another location.  I think the chip is U-1, PIC16F876.
> 
> What is a vendor source for the chip?
> 
> God Bless
> 
> R
> W4BUE
> Founder K4AMG
> K4AMG.org
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