Bus Pirate, problems and solutions FAQ

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The manual (lots of demos)

P: I can't load firmware v4+. v4+ firmware doesn't work.
S: v4 firmware and the ds30 Loader require the v4 bootloader.

P: My Bus Pirate failed ADC and Vpullup checks on the self test.
S: Connect the IO pins as shown to complete the self test.

P: My Bus Pirate v3 preorder 2/3 MODE LED doesn't work.
S: There was a problem with dirty contacts on a reel of LEDs. Most will work if you reheat the LED or add a little solder.

P: My SparkFun Bus Pirate voltage readings are out of whack. Programming fails. Etc.
S: Check VR2, measure between 3.3volts and GND on the ICSP header. It should be 3.3volts, some SparkFun Bus Pirates have a 5volt regulator.

P: My Hack a Day preorder 2 v2go Bus Pirate doesn't work, is dead (first use).
S: It shipped with a bootloader only. Load firmware v3.6 or earlier, or upgrade to the latest bootloader and load firmware v4+..

Q: PIC A3/B4/B5 revisions - what's the difference?
A: All the features use by the Bus Pirate work on all PIC revisions.