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White GQ-4X V4 programmer with 40pin ZIF socket and ADP-098 adapter

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GQ-4X V4 Programmer + ADP-098 Adapter

SKU CH-EAB8-7KHHE

Universal programmer with 40-pin ZIF socket, JTAG, and fast SPI programming for wide chip support

  • ColorWhite
  • Programs chips automatically with 40-pin ZIF socket
  • Updates software free for life via True USB
  • Speeds SPI programming up to 20 times faster
  • Supports Windows XP through 11 on 32-bit and 64-bit
  • Expands device coverage using ADP-098 and ADP-097 adapters

Universal Programmer with 40-pin ZIF socket

The GQ-4X V4 is a True-USB universal programmer housed in a robust enclosure with a 40-pin ZIF socket. It targets engineers, hobbyists and repair technicians who need to read, write or verify a wide range of chips without manual jumper configuration. The bundle includes an ADP-097 Altera CPLD PLCC44 to DIP JTAG adapter for extended device support.

USB interface limits and OS support

The unit draws both data and power from a single USB connection, removing the need for an external supply on most tasks. It runs on Windows XP through Windows 11 in both 32-bit and 64-bit editions. Fast-mode SPI and JTAG capabilities widen the application range, but the USB link sets the practical throughput ceiling for very large memories.

Plug-and-play installation with adapter care

Driver installation is automatic on modern Windows versions and the GQ-USB software provides free lifetime updates. The ZIF socket eliminates manual setup, yet the included ADP-097 adapter must be aligned precisely with the PLCC44 package to avoid bent pins. Users unfamiliar with JTAG pinouts should consult the datasheet before connecting target boards.

Highlights

  • Programs chips automatically with 40-pin ZIF socket
  • Updates software free for life via True USB
  • Speeds SPI programming up to 20 times faster
  • Supports Windows XP through 11 on 32-bit and 64-bit
  • Expands device coverage using ADP-098 and ADP-097 adapters

Specifications

ColorWhite

Questions about this item

Which adapter should I choose for the GQ-4X V4 programmer?

The package includes the ADP-098 SPI SOIC16 to DIP8/16 adapter and the ADP-097 Altera CPLD PLCC44 to DIP JTAG adapter; use ADP-098 for SPI SOIC16 chips and ADP-097 for Altera CPLD PLCC44 JTAG programming.

What does the 20 times faster claim mean in practice?

The manufacturer states exponentially increased speed up to 20 times faster than previous designs, enabled by the True USB interface and fast mode SPI programming for high-speed data transfer.

What interface does the programmer use and what does it cap?

It uses a True USB interface for both data transfer and power supply, supporting Windows XP through 11 on 32-bit and 64-bit systems with free lifetime software upgrades.

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