Programming is supported by a number of hardware solutions from Actel. The volume solution is the Actel Silicon explorer which can support socket module programming and ISP.
The Silicon Explorer II is Actel¡¯s low cost programming solution for ProASIC. It will support NT, win95 and Unix platforms. It should retail for under $499.
(If needed)
ProASIC can be programmed in the field by a microprocessor using external charge pumps and level shifters. The ProASIC device requires 16.5 and -12 volts for programming support.