Module 2: PIC Architecture Quiz
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What is considered a mid-level microcontroller?

  • PIC16F877 (correct)
  • PIC18 (correct)
  • 8051 family
  • PIC32

    • The majority of students' projects require high-end microcontrollers.

    False

    What feature allows microcontrollers to perform tasks such as multiply and divide?

    Special instructions

    PIC microcontrollers use the __________ architecture.

    <p>Harvard</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the memory types with their characteristics:

    <p>Program Memory = Non-volatile; retains contents when power is lost Data Memory = Volatile; contents lost when power is lost</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following features is typical for high-end microcontrollers?

    <p>Analog to digital converter</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is one of the primary functions of a microcontroller?

    <p>To receive values from sensors and execute programmed instructions</p> Signup and view all the answers

    A microcontroller can only execute a fixed set of operations regardless of the program loaded.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The contents of RAM data memory in PIC microcontrollers are retained when power is lost.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the maximum amount of program memory supported by PIC architecture?

    <p>2M bytes</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Name the three major categories of PIC microcontrollers.

    <p>8-bit, 16-bit, and 32-bit</p> Signup and view all the answers

    A microcontroller includes a mechanism for ____ handling, which allows it to perform multiple tasks in parallel.

    <p>interrupt</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the following components of a microcontroller with their functions:

    <p>ALU = Performs arithmetic and logical operations I/O Ports = Facilitates communication with external devices Timers = Measures time intervals Memory = Stores programs and data</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following best defines the term 'instruction set' in the context of microcontrollers?

    <p>The complete list of operations a microcontroller can execute</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the maximum size of each memory bank in the PIC 16 data memory?

    <p>128 bytes</p> Signup and view all the answers

    General-purpose registers can have their function changed after manufacturing.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The PIC10 through PIC14 families are categorized as high-end microcontrollers.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What integrated components allow a microcontroller to interact with external systems?

    <p>Input and Output interfaces</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What determines the current bank in use within the PIC 16's RAM?

    <p>Two bits in the STATUS register</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The rightmost bit of a byte is called the ______.

    <p>least significant bit (LSB)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the registers with their descriptions.

    <p>General-purpose registers = Used for temporary data storage Special-function registers = Predetermined function registers affecting device operation STATUS register = Indicates the current memory bank Peripheral registers = Control peripheral modules in the microcontroller</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following types of memory is non-volatile?

    <p>EEPROM</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The PIC16F873 has 8K words of program memory.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What are the instruction word sizes for the PIC series mentioned?

    <p>12-bit for PIC12, 14-bit for PIC16, 16-bit for PIC17 and PIC18</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The PIC16 has _____ banks, each containing 128 registers.

    <p>4</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the following PIC family members with their program memory capacity:

    <p>PIC 16F873 = 4K words PIC 16F874 = 4K words PIC 16F876 = 8K words PIC 16F877 = 8K words</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following statements about program memory is true?

    <p>Program memory is divided into linear pages.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The contents of RAM are retained when the power goes off.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How much internal RAM does the PIC16F877 have?

    <p>512 bytes</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    Embedded Systems Design Overview

    • Embedded systems integrate hardware and software for specific tasks, often using microcontrollers for control systems.

    Microcontroller Definition

    • A microcontroller is a single-chip system containing a processor, memory, and input/output interfaces.
    • It includes timers and interrupt handling for parallel task management.

    Functionality of Microcontrollers

    • Microcontrollers execute instructions from stored programs to process sensor values and produce system outputs.
    • Instruction sets define the specific operations a microcontroller can perform.

    PIC Microcontroller Classification

    • Divided into three main categories:
      • 8-bit (low-end)
      • 16-bit (mid-level, popular in projects; e.g., PIC16F877)
      • 32-bit (high-end)

    Key Microcontroller Features

    • On-chip RAM and ROM for data and program storage.
    • Internal/external interrupts for event handling.
    • Timers, counters, and advanced communication options like USB.

    Microcontroller Memory Organization

    • Utilizes Harvard architecture with separate memory spaces for program instructions (non-volatile) and data memory (volatile).
    • Total program memory can reach up to 2M bytes.

    Program Memory Specifications

    • Program memory stores instructions and is measured in words; different PIC variants have different word sizes (12, 14, or 16-bit).
    • Example: PIC16F877 has 8K words of program memory organized in pages.

    Data Memory Details

    • Internal RAM sizes range from 32 bytes to 4K bytes depending on the PIC model.
    • PIC16F877 features 512 bytes of RAM divided into four banks of 128 registers, not expandable externally.

    Special Function Registers (SFR)

    • SFRs control device operations, classified into core (CPU) and peripheral registers.
    • These registers influence functionality based on predetermined manufacturing configurations.

    Data Representation

    • Data is stored in bytes (8 bits); the most significant bit (MSB) and least significant bit (LSB) denote the byte’s value significance.
    • Different representations exist for various data types (e.g., BCD).

    Considerations for Microcontroller Selection

    • Application requirements determine the appropriate microcontroller and its memory needs.
    • Consider available features like additional interfaces (e.g., analog-to-digital converters, LCD drivers) when selecting a microcontroller.

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