Any Windows PC with serial port (or USB to serial
adapter)
programming cable
Needs only 3 wires - can use an old mouse
cable
Soldering iron & wire cutters, etc.
A Solderless Development Package is available from www.phanderson.com for <
$20.00
2 to 5.5 volt power supply (3 @ AA cells)
Show cables (mouse
& DB-9)
PHANDERSON.COM has
solderless development kit for around $20.00 (+/- depending on cable /
psupply)
Show & pass
around programming cable can also be made from DB9 (from Hosfelt) and
old computer wires if Internet available go to PICAXE.com and/or
PHAnderson.com