MProg

Programming special types of devices is a very specialized activity that requires a lot of knowledge in this are, as well as the appropriate utilities to get the job done. Insofar as FTDI devices are concerned, there are many dedicated software tools that the hardware manufacturer made available for developers.

Among the applications that are created for the above mentioned purpose, MProg is tailored for a specific range of EEPROMs and devices. It offers a simple yet very functional interface that allows programmers to write the instructions from scratch or use the built-in template that will get them started on the spot.

When editing the loaded file, it is possible to select the type of device, Vendor ID (VID) and Product ID (PID). The later two can be left to their default values or customized as necessary by making the right choice from the corresponding drop-down menu.

When it comes to the BM / C specific options for the selected device, MProg allows the user to pick the USB version (either 1.1 or 2.0), disable the USB serial number and more. The power options for the FTDI device are also configurable through this application, as are the product and manufacturer descriptors.

With device detection and programming capabilities embedded by default, MProg offers quite a strong package for professional developers and is on top of the list in its category. Thanks to the ease of use, this tool could easily become one of the favorites for those involved in the programming of the hardware devices supported by this application.