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What is the primary role of the Central Processing Unit (CPU) in a microcontroller?

  • Interfacing with external devices
  • Storing data permanently
  • Producing audio signals
  • Fetching, decoding, and executing instructions (correct)

Which of the following is NOT a part of the microcontroller organization diagram?

  • Peripheral Devices (correct)
  • Memory
  • ADC
  • CPU

Which of these microcontroller word lengths is available today?

  • 512-bit
  • 1024-bit
  • 256-bit
  • 128-bit (correct)

Which type of memory is referred to as firmware?

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In which category would a washing machine typically fit regarding microcontroller applications?

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What is the function of I/O ports in a microcontroller?

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Which of the following applications is associated with the medical use of microcontrollers?

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Which part of a microcontroller is responsible for interfacing and implementation of desired functionalities?

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What is the primary function of the AVR CPU?

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Which register is used for indirect addressing in AVR architecture?

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Which characteristic is NOT associated with AVR architecture?

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What type of memory is used for long-term data storage in AVR?

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What does the Program Status Register (PSR) manage?

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Which aspect best characterizes a microcontroller in comparison to a microprocessor?

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In AVR architecture, what does the Stack Pointer Register specifically manage?

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Which of the following best describes the characteristics of Instruction Set Architecture (ISA)?

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Which of the following refers to a type of memory that retains data without power?

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What is a primary function of the Analog to Digital Converter (ADC)?

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Which component is primarily used to provide timing and counting functions in a microcontroller?

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What is the role of the Digital to Analog Converter (DAC)?

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Which of the following best describes Parallel I/O (PIO)?

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Which component is known to automatically reset the microcontroller system?

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What type of signals do interrupt inputs primarily respond to?

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Which of the following is a common example of a serial interface used in microcontrollers?

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Which of the following is NOT an advantage of using microcontrollers?

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What was significant about the microcontroller TMS1802NC introduced by Gary Boone?

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Which microcontroller could access up to 64 kbytes of external RAM?

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Which of the following statements about the Harvard architecture is false?

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In the typical computer block diagram, which of the following components is responsible for managing the data transfer?

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Which of the following statements correctly describes the MC6801 microcontroller?

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What is an essential feature of the R6500 microcontroller that adds to its reliability?

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Which component is typically found at the top of the extended memory hierarchy?

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What is the primary purpose of a Programmable Peripheral Interface (PPI)?

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Which characteristic describes the data bus in relation to the Programmable Peripheral Interface?

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Which port is associated with the internal data bus in the PPI structure?

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In which context is it suggested to use a microprocessor like the Jetson Nano?

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What is a notable feature of the Programmable Peripheral Interface in regards to microprocessor compatibility?

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What is the primary function of the Arithmetic Logic Unit (ALU) in a microprocessor?

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Which of the following registers holds the address of the instruction currently being executed?

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In what year did Intel release the improved 8-bit microprocessor known as 8085?

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Which of the following is NOT a major part of the microprocessor?

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What role does the Control Logic play in a microprocessor?

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Which of the following components stores intermediate answers during program execution?

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Which of the following statements accurately describes the purpose of the General Purpose Register?

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Which of the following microprocessors was widely utilized in various computers, leading to a decline in Intel's dominance?

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Flashcards

AVR CPU function

The AVR CPU fetches and decodes instructions.

AVR register file

32 8-bit general-purpose registers part of SRAM memory.

Special addressing registers (X, Y, Z)

16-bit registers built from registers 26-31, supporting indirect addressing.

AVR Memory types

Program Memory (Flash) and Data Memory (SRAM).

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EEPROM

Non-volatile memory for storing long-term data.

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Stack Pointer Register

Stores the address of the top of the stack in RAM and initially set to RAMEND.

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Program Status Register (PSR)

Contains status bits related to operations like carry, zero, and overflow.

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Instruction Set Architecture (ISA)

Specifies the set of instructions that a particular CPU can execute. It's the part of the CPU design visible to the programmer.

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Microcontroller

A single-chip microcomputer, typically built using VLSI fabrication.

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Microcontroller Advantages

Inexpensive, easily replaceable, has readily available development tools, easy I/O access, and interfaces easily with other devices.

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TMS1802NC

One of the first microcontrollers produced.

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8048/8049

Intel microcontrollers with onboard memory (ROM and RAM), external memory access, and timers/counters.

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Z8

Zilog microcontroller with onboard memory, external memory access, and timers/counters.

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MC6801

Motorola microcontroller with ROM, RAM, timer, UART, and an instruction set.

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Von Neumann Architecture

Uses a single memory space for both instructions and data.

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Harvard Architecture

Separates instruction memory from data memory, allowing concurrent access.

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Microprocessor (CPU)

The central processing unit of a microcontroller. It executes instructions.

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ROM (Read-Only Memory)

Memory that stores the program instructions permanently, often called firmware.

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RAM (Random Access Memory)

Memory for temporary data storage during program execution.

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I/O Ports

Connections for communicating with external devices.

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Embedded system

A computing system that is part of a larger system.

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Microcontroller Bit Length

Microcontrollers come in different bit sizes (4-bit, 8-bit, 16-bit, etc.) that affect the amount of data they can process.

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Applications of Microcontrollers

Microcontrollers are used in diverse fields such as consumer electronics, automotive systems, industrial control, and medical devices.

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Firmware

A type of ROM that holds permanently stored software necessary for a device to function.

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Parallel I/O

Inputs and outputs that transfer data in parallel, meaning multiple bits are sent simultaneously. This allows for faster data transfer.

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Serial Port

A communication interface that transfers data one bit at a time, sequentially.

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Analog to Digital Converter (ADC)

A circuit that converts analog signals, such as voltage, to a digital format that the microcontroller can understand.

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Digital to Analog Converter (DAC)

A circuit that converts digital signals to analog form, allowing the microcontroller to control analog devices like motors.

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Interrupt Inputs

Signals that can temporarily interrupt the microcontroller's normal operation and trigger a specific action, like responding to an external event.

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What is a Microprocessor?

It's a single component that combines the functions of the Arithmetic Logic Unit (ALU) and Control Unit (CU), essentially acting as the brain of a computer.

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What does ALU do?

The Arithmetic Logic Unit (ALU) is responsible for performing mathematical calculations (addition, subtraction, etc.) and logical operations (AND, OR, NOT).

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What does CU do?

The Control Unit (CU) coordinates and directs the flow of information within the microprocessor, telling other components what to do and when.

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What is a Register?

A register is like a small, fast temporary storage area inside the microprocessor. It holds data or instructions that are being actively worked on.

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What is the Program Counter?

The Program Counter keeps track of the memory address of the next instruction that needs to be executed.

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What is the Accumulator?

The Accumulator is like a temporary buffer where intermediate results are stored during program execution.

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What does the Status Register do?

The Status Register holds information about the results of recent operations, like if they resulted in a zero, a carry, or an overflow.

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What is the role of the Memory Address Register?

The Memory Address Register holds the address of the instruction or data that the microprocessor is currently accessing in memory.

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What does 'MORV' stand for?

'MORV' stands for "Memory, Output, Register, and Variable", which are the key elements of a microprocessor's architecture.

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What is the role of a PPI (Programmable Peripheral Interface)?

A PPI acts as a bridge between the CPU and external devices, allowing them to communicate and interact.

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What are the key components of a PPI?

A PPI consists of control, data bus, and ports (A, B, and C) for connecting to external devices.

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Why is the 'PC-Based' configuration important for research?

Using a 'PC-Based' configuration (like a mini PC or Jetson Nano) is efficient for research because it offers powerful processing and flexibility.

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Study Notes

Arduino

  • An open-source electronic platform based on easy-to-use hardware and software.
  • Can interface with many extended modules of different functionality.
  • Functions include reading input, processing data, and producing output.
  • Coding structure includes global declarations, setup (runs once), and loop (runs continuously).

Arduino Coding Structure

  • Global: Includes important variables, constants, and imported libraries.
  • Setup: Initializes pins and sensors, runs only once.
  • Loop: Runs continuously, reading sensors and controlling pins (HIGH or LOW).

Arduino Rules and Building Blocks

  • Every line of code must end with a semicolon (except for conditional statements, loops, function definitions, or imported libraries).
  • Comments begin with '//'.
  • Comments are ignored by the program; they explain the code.

Arduino Constants and Variables

  • Variables: Store different data types and change their value via mathematical operations.
  • Constants: Cannot change their value after being assigned. A constant is assigned like this: "constant int x".

Arduino Output Programming

  • Individual Pin Addressing: Uses pinMode(pinNo, INPUT/OUTPUT).
  • Port Addressing: Uses DDRx (Data Direction Register) to set pin values. Input pins have a value of 0, and output pins have a value of 1. Example DDRB = B00010101; sets pins 1,3,5, and 7 as inputs and others outputs.

Digital Output and Delay

  • Syntax: digitalWrite(pin, value) (pin number, HIGH or LOW).
  • Parameters: Pin number and value (HIGH or LOW).

Port Addressing

  • Syntax: PORTD = B00000000; sets Port D to all lows (0s).
  • Parameters: PORTD (the variable) and B00000000 (the pin value/bits).

ATmega328

  • An AVR CPU, using Harvard architecture.
  • Has flash memory, EEPROM, SRAM.
  • EEPROM for long-term storage.
  • SRAM for temporary data, stack, etc.
  • AVR CPU: Instruction fetch and decode function

AVR Register File

  • Has 32 8-bit general-purpose registers.
  • Part of the SRAM memory space.
  • Includes X, Y, and Z registers (16-bit registers).

AVR Memory

  • Program Memory (Flash): Read-only, 32K, 15 bit address, non-volatile.
  • Data Memory (SRAM): Temporary values, stack, and variables, volatile, limited space.
  • EEPROM: Non-volatile storage for long-term data.

Stack Pointer Register

  • A special register in I/O space ([3E, 3D]).
  • Enough bits to address the data space.
  • Initialized to RAMEND.

Program Status Register (PSR)

  • Status bits set by instructions, used by branch/skip instructions.
  • Symbols such as I (Global Interrupt Enable), T (Flag Bit), H (Half-Carry).

AVR Architecture

  • Has three timers.
  • Flexible in choosing clock rate, roll-over value, interrupt generation, and PWM signal generation.

Arduino Timing Functions

  • delay(ms): Waits for milliseconds.
  • delayMicroseconds(us): Waits for microseconds.
  • millis(): Returns milliseconds since program started.
  • micros(): Returns microseconds since start.

Arduino Digital and Analog I/O

  • Digital Pins: Pins 0-7 (Port D), 8-13 (Port B), 14-19 (Port C—analog).
  • Digital Pin Functions: pinMode(pin, mode), digitalWrite(pin, value), digitalRead(pin).
  • Analog Input Pins: 0-5.
  • Analog Output Pins: 3, 5, 6, 9, 10, 11 (digital pins).
  • Analog Input Function: analogRead(pin) converts voltage to a 10-bit number (0-1023).

Arduino Analog I/O Functions

  • analogReference(type): Modifies analog voltage conversion.
  • analogWrite(pin, value): Generates PWM output on specified digital pins. Values are 0-255; frequency is 490Hz.

Port Special Functions

  • Clock connection, timer connection, interrupts, analog references, and serial bus I/Os such as USART, PCI.

Arduino C Programs

  • C programs for Arduino are called "sketches."
  • Structure: Header (declarations), setup(), and loop().
  • setup(): Runs once.
  • loop(): Runs repeatedly.

Arduino Serial I/O

  • Communication with a PC via USB serial line.
  • Use the Serial Monitor in the Arduino IDE for communication.
  • Library calls: Serial.begin(baud-rate), Serial.println(string), Serial.read().

Microcontrollers pt. 2

  • Instruction Set Architecture (ISA): Defines commands for a computer architecture.
  • Two types: CISC, and RISC.
  • Microcontrollers: Combine CPU, RAM, ROM, and peripherals on a single chip. Cost-effective, easily replaceable.
  • Microprocessors: Contain only CPU.
  • Historical development of microcontrollers (TMS1802NC, Intel 8048/49, Zilog Z8).

Microcontrollers pt. 1

  • Definition: A single chip microcomputer, also known as Embedded Controller.
  • Parts: CPU, ROM (program memory), RAM (data memory), I/O ports, peripherals.
  • Applications: Consumer, Communications, Automotive, Military, Industrial, Medical.

Programmable Peripheral Interface (PPI)

  • A general-purpose I/O device to connect a CPU with external devices like ADC, DAC, keyboards.
  • Compatible with many microprocessors.

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