If the PIC died likely needs replaced direct from source - not a off the shelf part/ custom programmed chip. Also abnormal for a PIC to wipe clean.
I also agree using mega to replace it has longer term viability.
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On Oct 30, 2016, at 3:37 AM, Rich/wa4bue richard.siff@verizon.net wrote:
K4AMG has a LVB tracker. It lost memory and has been at least temporarily reset. It was purchased in 2013. The tracker and electronics are stored at another location. I think the chip is U-1, PIC16F876.
What is a vendor source for the chip?
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