PIC16F877A Interrupt Handling Quiz

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What is the main purpose of using interrupts in embedded systems?

  • To display the Counter value on an LCD screen
  • To update the Counter value every second
  • To read keypad data and update the Counter value when a keypad is pressed (correct)
  • To generate a delay between operations

Which of the following is an external interrupt source for PIC16F877A?

  • Display interrupts
  • Keypad input interrupts (correct)
  • Communication interrupts
  • Clock cycle interrupts

What must be set to '1' to enable the RB0/INT external interrupt on PIC16F877A?

  • INTE (correct)
  • RB0
  • GIE
  • INTF

What is the main characteristic of the Timer0 module in PIC16F877A?

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Which of the following statements about Timer0 Overflow Interrupt is correct?

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What does the prescaler do in the Timer0 module?

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How would you calculate the delay period produced by Timer0 in PIC16F877A with a prescaler value of 256 and a clock frequency of 8 MHz?

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What happens when an interrupt is generated in PIC16F877A?

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Which component can trigger an interrupt request in PIC16F877A?

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What is the main benefit of using interrupts in embedded systems?

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Which signal change can trigger an external interrupt in PIC16F877A?

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What is required to enable the RB0/INT external interrupt in PIC16F877A?

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How is the Timer0 module in PIC16F877A described?

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What should be done to manually clear INTF after an interrupt is generated on PIC16F877A?

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Which interrupt source in PIC16F877A requires both INTE and GIE to be set to '1' for enabling?

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What is the role of the ISR in handling interrupts in embedded systems?

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Which action generates an interrupt request in PIC16F877A when enabled?

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What must be done to disable all unmasked interrupts on PIC16F877A?

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Which type of interrupt changes RB0/INT state for detection on PIC16F877A?

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Flashcards

Timer0 Overflow

Time it takes for the Timer0 counter to reach its maximum value and reset.

Timer Overflow Period Formula

Formula: 𝐹𝑂𝑆𝐶 × 𝑝𝑟𝑒𝑠𝑐𝑎𝑙𝑒𝑟 × max 𝑐𝑜𝑢𝑛𝑡. Determines delay based on clock frequency, prescaler, and maximum count.

Interrupt Service Routine (ISR)

A dedicated function executed automatically when an interrupt occurs.

Interrupt Vector

Located at address 00004H, it directs program execution to the interrupt handling routine.

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External Interrupt

Signal sent to the MCU from an external device, triggering an interrupt.

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Timer0 Module

Readable/writable 8-bit timer/counter module with a programmable prescaler.

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Interrupt Enable Bit

Bit in a configuration register that enables or disables a specific interrupt source.

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Interrupt Masking

Process of disabling interrupt sources to prevent them from being triggered.

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GIE (Global Interrupt Enable)

Global Interrupt Enable. Bit used to temporarily disable all unmasked interrupts.

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Interrupt Flags

Flags automatically set by the MCU when a specific interrupt event occurs.

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Enabling Timer0 Interrupt

To enable Timer0 overflow interrupt, both TMR0IE and GIE bits must be set to ‘1’.

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Enabling External Interrupt

To enable RB0/INT external interrupt, both INTE and GIE bits must be set to ‘1’.

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TMR0IE

Timer0 Interrupt Enable. Setting to '1' allows Timer0 to trigger an interrupt on overflow.

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INTE

RB0/INT Interrupt Enable. Setting to '1' allows the external interrupt to trigger an interrupt.

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TMR0IF

Timer0 Interrupt Flag. Set by MCU when Timer0 overflows; must be cleared in software.

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INTF

RB0/INT Interrupt Flag. Set by MCU when external interrupt occurs; must be cleared in software.

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Benefits and Drawbacks of Interrupts

Simplifies event-driven programming, enhancing responsiveness. Can increase code complexity.

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PIC16F877A Interrupt Sources

Interrupts from external signals, timer overflows, A/D conversions, and communication events.

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ISR Function

An Interrupt Service Routine (ISR) must be written to handle the RB0/INT external andor Timer0 overflow interrupt.

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Study Notes

Calculating Delay Period using Overflows

  • The period of the timer overflow (𝑇𝑜𝑣𝑒𝑟𝑓𝑙𝑜𝑤) is approximately 8.192 ms.
  • The formula to calculate the delay period using overflows is 𝐹𝑂𝑆𝐶 𝐹𝑜𝑣𝑒𝑟𝑓𝑙𝑜𝑤 = 4 × 𝑝𝑟𝑒𝑠𝑐𝑎𝑙𝑒𝑟 × max 𝑐𝑜𝑢𝑛𝑡.
  • For a 1-second delay at 1:32 prescaler, approximately 122 overflows are needed.

Interrupt Handling in PIC16F877A

  • The PIC16F877A has a single interrupt vector (00004H) that points to a single address in memory to handle interrupts.
  • An Interrupt Service Routine (ISR) function must be written to handle the RB0/INT external and/or Timer0 overflow interrupt.
  • The ISR function disables all unmasked interrupts, checks the interrupt flags, clears the interrupt flags, and re-enables interrupts.

Timer0 Overflow Interrupt

  • Timer0 overflow occurs when the counter reaches its terminal count and overflows, resetting the counter.
  • To enable the Timer0 overflow interrupt, both TMR0IE and GIE must be set to ‘1’.
  • When an interrupt is generated, TMR0IF is set to ‘1’ by the MCU and must be cleared manually via software.

Interrupt Sources in PIC16F877A

  • External interrupts
  • Overflow/underflow interrupts
  • A/D conversion interrupts
  • Communication interrupts

RB0/INT External Interrupt

  • An external interrupt source is a signal sent to the MCU from an I/O device or another MCU.
  • To enable the RB0/INT external interrupt, both INTE and GIE must be set to ‘1’.
  • When an interrupt is generated, INTF is set to ‘1’ by the MCU and must be cleared manually via software.

Timer0 Module

  • The Timer0 module is a readable and writable 8-bit timer/counter.
  • It has a programmable prescaler and can be powered using the internal clock cycle and external clock.
  • If enabled, it can generate an interrupt upon overflow.

Enabling/Disabling Interrupts

  • Every interrupt source has an enable bit in a configuration register.
  • Interrupt disabling is also called interrupt masking.
  • GIE is used to disable all unmasked interrupts temporarily.

Interrupt Service Routine (ISR)

  • ISR should be as short as possible to prevent data corruption and interrupt overlapping.
  • ISR must clear the interrupt flag and re-enable interrupts.

Using Interrupts in Embedded Systems

  • Interrupts make systems efficient and responsive to critical events.
  • Interrupts make code easier to manage.
  • However, interrupts can be confusing and error-prone if not regulated properly.

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