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Who should be contacted for further permissions questions?

  • Mark Bernard
  • Erin Brennan
  • Wendy Troeger
  • Debbie Yarnell (correct)
  • Which position is held by Erin Brennan?

  • Senior Production Director
  • Technology Project Manager
  • Production Manager
  • Market Development Manager (correct)
  • What is the ISBN-10 number for the publication?

  • 978-1-133-60729-8
  • 978-1-133-60730-4
  • 1-133-60729-2 (correct)
  • 2012934976
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    What is the control number assigned to the publication?

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    Which of the following locations is NOT mentioned as a Cengage Learning office?

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    Which company represents Cengage Learning products in Canada?

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    Who holds the position of Senior Art Director?

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    What is the primary purpose of using pointers in C programming?

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    Which statement correctly describes the function prototype in C?

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    What does the 'typedef' statement accomplish in C?

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    Which of the following is NOT a control flow statement in C?

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    What does the 'goto' statement do in C programming?

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    What is the result of the following expression: $5 > 3 && 2 < 4$?

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    Which of these statements about arrays in C is correct?

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    What is the purpose of the preprocessor directive '#include' in a C program?

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    What does the 'switch' statement evaluate in C programming?

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    Which type of loop will always execute at least once in C programming?

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    What is a key topic discussed in Chapter 5?

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    Which chapter introduces the concept of direct memory access?

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    What does Chapter 6 primarily provide a tutorial on?

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    Which topic is NOT covered in Chapter 9?

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    What application of parallel I/O PORTs is discussed in Chapter 10?

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    Which of the following topics is covered in Chapter 8?

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    What is a focus of Chapter 7 in relation to the CPU?

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    Which concept is highlighted in Chapter 9 regarding interrupt mechanisms?

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    What is the role of the PMIC in the XMega device?

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    Which component is responsible for driving a stepper motor?

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    What is the primary function of the DMA in an XMega device?

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    Which types of interrupts are categorized as nonmaskable interrupts in the XMega?

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    Which of the following describes the function of the XMega's Watchdog Timer?

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    What is ASCII code primarily used for in computing?

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    In regards to the XMega Reset functionality, what is the purpose of the Brown-Out Reset?

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    How does the XMega device utilize sleep modes for power management?

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    Which part of a Liquid Crystal Display (LCD) is primarily concerned with character generation?

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    What function does 'Keyboard Debouncing' serve in keypad interfacing?

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    What is one of the key functions of the XMega event system?

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    Which mode is used for generating pulse-width modulation in the XMega timer system?

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    In the context of the XMega timer system, what does the term 'Input Capture' refer to?

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    What is the purpose of double buffering in the XMega timer operation?

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    Which of the following options is NOT part of the XMega timer configuration?

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    What is a significant application of the XMega event system?

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    How does the Frequency (FRQ) Waveform Generation Mode function?

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    What is the primary purpose of the DC motor driver ICs discussed in the content?

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    What is typically a characteristic feature of the TIA-232 standard?

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    Which timer operation mode allows for creating time delays in the XMega system?

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    What is the primary purpose of enabling interrupts in microcontroller applications?

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    Which register is essential for configuring interrupt settings in AVR Mega devices?

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    What is the benefit of using the Wired-OR logic configuration in circuits?

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    Which feature is associated with managing the status of multiple interrupts?

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    What does the term 'Pin Configuration' typically refer to in the context of AVR XMega devices?

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    When interfacing with a D/A converter like the AD7302, what is a critical consideration?

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    How can the output value of PORT pins in AVR XMega devices be controlled?

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    What is the main advantage of using virtual PORTs in microcontrollers?

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    What type of device can directly interface with the GPIO pins for sound generation?

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    Which of the following is NOT typically considered when configuring electrical characteristics for I/O interfacing?

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    What does the term 'servicing the interrupt' refer to in microcontroller contexts?

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    Which of these is true about configuring the AVR Mega I/O pins?

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    What does a typical timer-based interrupt help manage in a microcontroller?

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    In what scenario would using an alternate PORT function be necessary?

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    Flashcards

    Contact for Permissions

    Debbie Yarnell, Director of Market Development, at [email protected].

    Market Development Manager

    Erin Brennan manages Market Development.

    Production Director

    Wendy Troeger is the Senior Production Director.

    Library of Congress Control Number

    2012934976. Used for bibliographic control.

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    ISBN-13

    978-1-133-60729-8. International Standard Book Number.

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    ISBN-10

    1-133-60729-2. International Standard Book Number.

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    Global Offices

    Cengage Learning has offices in various countries/regions (e.g., Singapore, UK, Australia, Mexico, Brazil, Japan).

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    Canada Representive

    Nelson Education, Ltd., represents Cengage Learning products in Canada.

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    Data Types (C)

    Categories of data in C, like integer, float, and character, affecting how memory is used.

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    Variable Declarations

    Creating a named storage location in memory with a specified data type.

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    Constants

    Fixed values that cannot be changed during program execution.

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    Arithmetic Operators

    Symbols performing mathematical operations (+, -, *, /,%).

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    Control Flow (C)

    Specific structures to control the order in which statements are executed.

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    If Statement (C)

    Executes a block of code only if a condition is true.

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    Functions (C)

    Reusable blocks of code that perform specific tasks.

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    Pointers (C)

    Variables storing memory addresses of other variables.

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    Arrays (C)

    A collection of elements of the same data type stored in contiguous memory locations.

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    Structures (C)

    Data type that groups variables of different data types into a single unit.

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    AVR Mega External Interrupt Pins

    Specific pins on AVR Mega microcontrollers that can trigger an interrupt when a change in signal level occurs. These pins are designed for fast response to external events.

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    Pin Change Interrupt

    A feature on AVR Mega devices that allows interrupts to be generated based on changes in the state of specific input pins. This provides a flexible way to detect pin transitions without constantly polling them.

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    Interrupt Service Routine (ISR)

    A special function in a microcontroller program that is automatically executed when an interrupt occurs. The ISR handles the specific event that caused the interrupt and takes appropriate actions.

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    PMIC Operation

    The Power Management and Interrupt Controller (PMIC) is a component in XMega devices that manages power supply and interrupt requests. It controls power consumption and prioritizes interrupts.

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    XMega Maskable Interrupts

    Interrupts in XMega microcontrollers that can be enabled or disabled by software through a specific mask register. This allows for selective interrupt handling.

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    XMega Nonmaskable Interrupt

    An interrupt in XMega devices that cannot be disabled by software and has the highest priority. It's typically used for critical events like system failures.

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    XMega Interrupt Level

    A hierarchical structure in XMega devices that prioritizes interrupts. Different interrupt sources can be assigned to different priority levels, determining the order of execution when multiple interrupts occur.

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    XMega Interrupt Priority

    A numerical value assigned to an interrupt source in XMega devices, representing its priority level. Lower numbers indicate higher priority.

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    XMega PORT Interrupt

    A specific type of interrupt in XMega devices that can be triggered by transitions on a certain PORT pin. This allows for flexible event detection on specific pins.

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    What is the purpose of the Watchdog Timer in AVR Mega devices?

    The Watchdog Timer is a safety feature that prevents your microcontroller from becoming stuck in an infinite loop. It periodically requires a signal to reset its timer, otherwise, it causes a system reset.

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    What is the XMega Event System?

    A mechanism in the XMega microcontroller that allows different events, like timer overflows or button presses, to trigger specific actions.

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    What are Events?

    Events are occurrences that happen within the microcontroller, such as timer overflows or button presses.

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    What is Event Routing?

    The process of connecting events to specific actions or functions to be executed.

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    What is the XMega Timer System?

    A set of timers within the XMega microcontroller that can be used for various purposes, including creating time delays, generating waveforms, or counting events.

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    What is a Timer's Clock Source?

    The source of the clock signal used to drive the timer, which can be the main system clock or other internal clock sources.

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    What does 'Normal Mode' mean for an XMega Timer?

    A timer operating mode that allows the timer to count up or down from a specified value and generate an interrupt when it reaches a specific value.

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    What is Input Capture?

    A timer functionality that allows capturing the precise time (value) when an external signal transitions on a timer input pin.

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    What is Frequency Capture?

    A special case of input capture where the timer is used to measure the frequency of an external signal.

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    What is Pulse-Width Capture?

    A special case of input capture used to determine the duration of a pulse signal.

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    What is the FRQ Waveform Generation Mode?

    A timer mode used to generate custom waveforms with various frequencies and duty cycles.

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    Subroutine Calls

    A mechanism where a program jumps to a separate block of code called a subroutine, executes it, and then returns to where it left off, improving code organization and reusability.

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    AVR Studio C

    A development environment designed for AVR microcontrollers, providing tools to write, compile, and debug C programs targeting these microcontrollers.

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    CPU Clock Signal

    The main timing signal that drives the AVR microcontroller, determining its operating speed and synchronizing its operations.

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    Parallel I/O

    A method of data transfer where multiple bits are transferred simultaneously, allowing for faster and more efficient data handling.

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    LED Drivers

    Components or circuits that control the amount of current flowing through LEDs, ensuring they are lit at the desired brightness.

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    Interrupts

    Events or signals that cause the AVR microcontroller to temporarily stop its current operations and jump to a specific interrupt service routine (ISR), enabling responsive reactions to external inputs.

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    Stepper Motor Driving

    Controlling the motion of stepper motors by precisely directing current to their windings, enabling precise and controlled movements.

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    Direct Memory Access (DMA)

    A technique that allows data transfers between peripherals and memory to occur directly without involving the CPU, freeing up the CPU for other tasks.

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    Wired-OR

    A logic gate where the output is HIGH if any of the inputs are HIGH. Think of it as a group decision where if even one person says 'yes', the outcome is 'yes'.

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    Wired-AND

    A logic gate where the output is HIGH only if all inputs are HIGH. Think of it as a team project where everyone needs to agree for it to succeed.

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    Voltage-Level Compatibility

    Ensuring that the voltage levels used by different devices involved in communication are compatible, preventing damage or misinterpretation of signals.

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    Current Drive Capability

    The ability of a device to provide enough current to drive other connected devices, ensuring signals are strong enough to be received properly.

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    Timing Compatibility

    Synchronizing the timing of data transmissions between devices to avoid data loss or errors caused by misaligned data.

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    Configuring Mega I/O Pins

    Setting the function and direction of each pin on the AVR Mega microcontroller, determining whether it will send or receive data.

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    Reading the Pin Value

    Retrieving the logical state (HIGH or LOW) of a specific I/O pin on the Mega microcontroller, allowing for sensing external events.

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    Unconnected Pins

    I/O pins on the Mega microcontroller that are not connected to any external device. These require special handling to avoid unpredictable behavior.

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    Alternate PORT Functions

    Additional functionalities assigned to PORT pins on the Mega microcontroller beyond their standard I/O roles, providing expanded capabilities.

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    Setting the Direction of PORT Pins

    Configuring each pin on the XMega microcontroller as an input or output, determining the direction of data flow.

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    Virtual PORTs

    Logical groups of I/O pins in XMega devices, providing a way to manipulate multiple pins simultaneously for more efficient control.

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    Interfacing with LEDs

    Connecting LEDs to microcontroller I/O pins to light them up based on the logic state of those pins.

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    Interfacing with Seven-Segment Displays

    Connecting seven-segment displays to microcontroller I/O pins to display numerical digits by selectively lighting up specific segments based on digital input values.

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    Generating a Digital Waveform Using an I/O Pin

    Creating a square wave signal using a microcontroller I/O pin by repeatedly toggling the pin's state (HIGH/LOW) at a specific frequency.

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    Interfacing with DIP Switches

    Connecting DIP switches to microcontroller I/O pins to read the user-selected settings from the switches.

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