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What is the primary function of the processor in a microcontroller?
What type of memory temporarily stores data and program variables in a microcontroller?
What is the purpose of the Address Bus in a microcontroller's bus architecture?
What component provides a clock signal for the microcontroller in an Arduino board?
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What is the purpose of the Reset Circuit in an Arduino board?
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What programming language is Arduino primarily programmed with?
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What type of peripheral is used for digital input/output operations in a microcontroller?
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What other programming language can be used to program Arduino, although it is less common?
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What are Arduino programs referred to as?
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What is the purpose of the Arduino IDE's simplified C/C++ syntax?
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What is the purpose of the setup() function in an Arduino sketch?
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What are the two main functions of a typical Arduino sketch?
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Study Notes
Microcontroller Architecture
Overview
- Arduino boards are based on microcontrollers (MCUs) which are small computers on a single integrated circuit (IC)
- MCUs consist of a processor, memory, and input/output peripherals
Architecture Components
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Processor (CPU):
- Executes instructions and performs calculations
- Most Arduino boards use AVR (Atmel) or ARM-based processors
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Memory:
- Flash Memory: stores program code and data
- SRAM (Static Random Access Memory): temporarily stores data and program variables
- EEPROM (Electrically Erasable Programmable Read-Only Memory): non-volatile storage for data
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Input/Output (I/O) Peripherals:
- Digital I/O Pins: used for digital input/output operations
- Analog-to-Digital Converter (ADC): converts analog signals to digital values
- Serial Communication: allows communication with other devices (e.g., UART, SPI, I2C)
Bus Architecture
- Data Bus: 8-bit or 16-bit bus that transfers data between components
- Address Bus: specifies memory locations for data transfer
- Control Bus: manages data transfer and device control signals
Arduino Board Architecture
- Microcontroller (MCU): the brain of the Arduino board
- Voltage Regulator: regulates power supply voltage
- Crystal Oscillator: provides a clock signal for the MCU
- Reset Circuit: resets the MCU when the board is powered on or reset button is pressed
- Input/Output (I/O) Pins: provides access to digital and analog I/O peripherals
Microcontroller Architecture
Overview
- Microcontrollers (MCUs) are small computers on a single integrated circuit (IC)
- MCUs consist of a processor, memory, and input/output peripherals
Microcontroller Components
-
Processor (CPU)
- Executes instructions and performs calculations
- Uses AVR (Atmel) or ARM-based processors in most Arduino boards
-
Memory
- Flash Memory: stores program code and data
- SRAM (Static Random Access Memory): temporarily stores data and program variables
- EEPROM (Electrically Erasable Programmable Read-Only Memory): non-volatile storage for data
-
Input/Output (I/O) Peripherals
- Digital I/O Pins: used for digital input/output operations
- Analog-to-Digital Converter (ADC): converts analog signals to digital values
- Serial Communication: allows communication with other devices (e.g., UART, SPI, I2C)
Bus Architecture
- Data Bus: 8-bit or 16-bit bus that transfers data between components
- Address Bus: specifies memory locations for data transfer
- Control Bus: manages data transfer and device control signals
Arduino Board Components
- Microcontroller (MCU): the brain of the Arduino board
- Voltage Regulator: regulates power supply voltage
- Crystal Oscillator: provides a clock signal for the MCU
- Reset Circuit: resets the MCU when the board is powered on or reset button is pressed
- Input/Output (I/O) Pins: provides access to digital and analog I/O peripherals
Arduino Programming Languages
- Arduino is primarily programmed using C/C++.
- Java is also supported, although less common.
Simplified C/C++ Syntax
- The Arduino IDE provides a simplified C/C++ syntax.
- The IDE offers a range of built-in functions and libraries for tasks such as:
- Digital and analog input/output operations
- Serial communication
- Timing and delay functions
- Mathematical operations
Sketches
- In Arduino, programs are referred to as "sketches".
- Sketches are written in the Arduino IDE and uploaded to the Arduino board.
- A typical sketch consists of two main functions:
Sketch Structure
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setup(): Runs once at the beginning of the program, used for initialization. -
loop(): Runs repeatedly aftersetup()has completed, used for the main program logic.
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Description
Learn about microcontrollers, the core of Arduino boards, comprising a processor, memory, and input/output peripherals. Understand the role of each component and how they work together.
