This adapter is not “configured” via software but rather through physical wiring. Here is how to set it up:

1. Identify Your PIC Chip: Find the exact part number of your PIC microcontroller (e.g., PIC16F877A, PIC18F46K22, etc.).

2. Locate the ICSP Pins: Consult the chip’s datasheet to find which physical pins are used for the five ICSP signals:

   • VPP/MCLR: Programming Voltage (Usually pin #1)

   • VDD: Positive Supply Voltage

   • VSS: Ground

   • PGC: Serial Programming Clock

   • PGD: Serial Programming Data

3. Configure the ZMorph Socket: Using the pinout diagram that comes with the adapter (or a standard ZMorph chart found online), place jumper wires on the board to connect the ICSP header pins (from your programmer) to the specific socket pins that correspond to the target chip’s VPP, VDD, VSS, PGC, and PGD.

4. Connect the Programmer: Plug your PICkit 3 (or other supported programmer) into the 6-pin ICSP header on the adapter board via a standard RJ-11 cable (for PICkit) or a ribbon cable.

5. Insert the Chip: Carefully place the PIC chip into the configured ZIF socket and lock it in place.

6. Power the Board:

   • Option A (Self-Powered): The board can often be powered directly from the programmer (via the VDD pin from the ICSP header). Ensure your programmer can supply enough current.

   • Option B (External Power): For chips requiring more power, provide an external regulated +5V (or the chip’s required voltage) to the VEXT and GND terminals on the board. You must ensure the external power supply’s ground (GND) is connected to the programmer’s ground.

7. Program: Use Microchip’s MPLAB X IDE or the standalone software to program the chip as you normally would.