jonecool Posted June 5, 2018 Share Posted June 5, 2018 Received my TL866, never used an EPROM programmer until yesterday. But, it was very easy. Erased the EPROM with the eraser. Identified the ERPOM, verified the EPROM reported "FF"'s for all addresses, took the TIP-dsr file and loaded it up in the MiniPro software and wrote the code to the EPROM. Haven't popped it into the TIPI yet, I'll wait for a bigger upgrade. But, wanted to make sure I knew how to do it so I'm ready to go when it's time. I'm sure I'll be able to use it for my classic arcade games at some point. Thanks to this thread, I'm good to go. I appreciate it! 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
+helocast Posted June 23, 2018 Share Posted June 23, 2018 My TL866CS has more than paid for itself in three years of use - at last count I have about two dozen adapters I've acquired over the years. So ..., I pried open my piggy bank to buy just the new base TL866II+ model and cables, hoping all the money I've put into collecting every CS adapter would not be wasted. I can happily report that the Windows installer also keeps both devices in separate paths as well as distinguishing between the two different USB drivers. It appears the II+ recognizes the several common adapters I use with my older CS unit (just grabbed a few random/workhorse ones out of my collection). I'll let you know if I find one that doesn't work. Also very stoked with the new SPI port on the II+ too - versatility is good for future projects! Still, I think I'll be keeping my older CS unit for those times that I need the 21 volts (vs. 18 volts max) programming ability for older chips. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
atrax27407 Posted June 23, 2018 Author Share Posted June 23, 2018 I doubt that the TL866II will do TMS2532s. Even 21V is pushing the envelope a bit. A Vpp of 18V would likely be insufficient. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fabrizio Posted June 27, 2018 Share Posted June 27, 2018 I've used my Minipro to test a lot of different 74LS chips. . .it does this quite well. ok, it does not work well for me- Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
+Ksarul Posted June 28, 2018 Share Posted June 28, 2018 I also use my TOPWIN 3000 a lot, as I've found that it tests a lot more chips than the Minipro. . . Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
atrax27407 Posted July 1, 2018 Author Share Posted July 1, 2018 New upgrade for the TL866II - now at Vn 7.30. Fixed a couple of errors and added some more chips. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
atrax27407 Posted July 21, 2018 Author Share Posted July 21, 2018 (edited) New upgrades for both products. The TL866CS is upgraded to Vn 6.80 and the TL866II is upgraded to Vn 7.32 with several more chips added. Also, there is a piracy notice on the site to identify "cloned" programmers. Edited April 14, 2019 by atrax27407 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
atrax27407 Posted July 24, 2018 Author Share Posted July 24, 2018 (edited) New upgrade for the TL866CS/A. I don't see any difference in what has been added or changed. However, it is now Vn 6.81 and dated 7/24/18. Edited April 14, 2019 by atrax27407 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
atrax27407 Posted July 26, 2018 Author Share Posted July 26, 2018 (edited) Jim Fetzner suggested that, since there is no obvious reason for the version update from 6.80 to 6.81, there might be some 'security" code in Vn 6.82. It is indeed possible since the version change occurred simultaneously with the piracy announcement. It is likely that the latest version (and subsequent versions) will include code that is either hostile or destructive to "cloned" copies of the TL866. I can't blame the manufacturer. Check the pictures to make sure you have the genuine article! Edited April 14, 2019 by atrax27407 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
atrax27407 Posted August 23, 2018 Author Share Posted August 23, 2018 The TL866II has been upgraded to Vn 7.35. A bunch of chips added and the total is above 15,000. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
+arcadeshopper Posted August 28, 2018 Share Posted August 28, 2018 I also use my TOPWIN 3000 a lot, as I've found that it tests a lot more chips than the Minipro. . . yes but it doesn't work on modern os's. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
+Ksarul Posted August 30, 2018 Share Posted August 30, 2018 I use the TOPWIN on Windows 7, and version 8 of the Topall software works with WIN8 and WIN10 as well. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
atrax27407 Posted September 6, 2018 Author Share Posted September 6, 2018 TL866II has been updated to Vn 7.38 on 9/5/18. A bunch more chips added. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
atrax27407 Posted October 1, 2018 Author Share Posted October 1, 2018 TL866II has been updated to Vn 8.00 on 09/30/18. More chips added. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
atrax27407 Posted October 9, 2018 Author Share Posted October 9, 2018 tl866II has been updated to Vn 8.01 effective 10/9/18. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
atrax27407 Posted October 18, 2018 Author Share Posted October 18, 2018 TL866II has been upgraded to Vn 8.02 as of 10/16. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
+arcadeshopper Posted October 19, 2018 Share Posted October 19, 2018 got mine in the mail today and tried getting 8.02.. and winderz defender says "no" https://www.microsoft.com/en-us/wdsi/threats/malware-encyclopedia-description?name=Trojan%3aScript%2fCloxer.A!cl&threatid=2147725998 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RickyDean Posted October 19, 2018 Share Posted October 19, 2018 got mine in the mail today and tried getting 8.02.. and winderz defender says "no" https://www.microsoft.com/en-us/wdsi/threats/malware-encyclopedia-description?name=Trojan%3aScript%2fCloxer.A!cl&threatid=2147725998 Are you using the Windows 10 version, I just downloaded with Windows 7 and there was no issues. Just updated the definitions yesterday morning. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
+arcadeshopper Posted October 19, 2018 Share Posted October 19, 2018 Are you using the Windows 10 version, I just downloaded with Windows 7 and there was no issues. Just updated the definitions yesterday morning.Yep 10 Sent from my LG-H872 using Tapatalk Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
atrax27407 Posted October 19, 2018 Author Share Posted October 19, 2018 TL866A/CS has been updated to Vn 6.85 on 10/19/2018. A couple of fixes and an addition. Now supports 14337 chips. FYI, you might have to "negotiate" with Windows Defender and Norton since the software presents a reputation issue since it is a new software package. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
atrax27407 Posted October 20, 2018 Author Share Posted October 20, 2018 (edited) TL866II has been updated to Vn 8.05 as of 10/20/2018. Total supported chips at 15360 Edited October 20, 2018 by atrax27407 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
atrax27407 Posted October 23, 2018 Author Share Posted October 23, 2018 TL866II updated to Vn 8.07 on 10/23/18 - total chips: 15401 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Southerner Posted October 26, 2018 Share Posted October 26, 2018 TL866II updated to Vn 8.07 on 10/23/18 - total chips: 15401 I thought version 8.xx was for the TL866 plus and not for the TL866A or TL866CS? Or is the TL866 II the same as the TL866 plus? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
atrax27407 Posted October 26, 2018 Author Share Posted October 26, 2018 The series starting with Vn 7.0 are for the TL866II which is the same as the TL866 plus. It is designated as the TL866II on their website. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
atrax27407 Posted October 30, 2018 Author Share Posted October 30, 2018 (edited) The TL866II has been updated to Vn 8.08 (10/30/18) with more chips added. Total is up to 15411. Edited October 30, 2018 by atrax27407 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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