| Problem | Solution | |---------|----------| | “Programmer not found” | Run WinPIC800 as Admin. Reinstall libusb-win32 via Zadig. | | Verify errors | Reduce programming speed in WinPIC800 settings. | | Driver still fails | Disable Windows Driver Signature Enforcement (Shift + Restart → Advanced startup). | | Software freezes | Set compatibility mode to Windows 7 for WinPIC800.exe. | | K150 gets hot | Do not leave USB plugged in without use; some clones overheat. |
Alex discovered that for frequent use on Windows 10, the or TL866 programmer is more reliable. But for those committed to the K150, WinPIC800 + libusb-win32 on Windows 10 Pro (64-bit) works solidly. k150 pic programmer software windows 10
Note: You must do this every boot or permanently disable Secure Boot in BIOS. | | Driver still fails | Disable Windows