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What is the primary function of the Loop section in Arduino coding?

  • It initializes the variables.
  • It activates sensors only once.
  • It manages external libraries.
  • It runs the code continuously. (correct)

Which statement is true regarding constants in Arduino?

  • Constants cannot be used in mathematical operations.
  • Constants maintain their value once assigned. (correct)
  • Constants are declared using the 'constant' keyword.
  • Constants can change their assigned value during program execution.

Which command is used to configure a pin as either an input or output?

  • DDR()
  • pinMode() (correct)
  • PORT()
  • digitalWrite()

What value does an output pin hold when it is set to LOW?

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Which of the following types of memory is used for temporary data storage in ATmega328?

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What is the purpose of using comments in Arduino code?

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What is the significance of using 'DDRB' in Arduino programming?

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What does the function digitalWrite(pin, value) return?

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

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Which of the following components is specifically used for data storage in a microcontroller?

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Which application is NOT commonly associated with microcontrollers?

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What type of memory is used to store the program in a microcontroller?

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Which of the following is a characteristic of microcontrollers regarding data bus widths?

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Which of the following peripheral devices is NOT typically integrated with microcontrollers?

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In which field is the application of microcontrollers least significant?

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Which type of microcontroller memory is often referred to as firmware?

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What is one significant advantage of using microcontrollers for student projects?

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Which microcontroller was the first to be created, and in what year was it developed?

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Which of the following features belonged to the Z8 microcontroller?

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What distinguishes Harvard architecture from Von Neumann architecture?

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Which component is not part of the Extended Memory Hierarchy?

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What type of chip is a microcontroller primarily considered to be?

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Which of the following best describes the memory capacity of the 8048 microcontroller?

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What is a fundamental function of counters/timers in microcontrollers?

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What is the primary function of Random Access Memory (RAM) in a microcontroller?

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Which component is responsible for converting analog signals to digital format?

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What type of input can trigger interrupt control in a microcontroller?

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Which of the following is an example of parallel I/O?

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What function do timers/counters serve in a microcontroller?

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Which of the following describes the function of a watchdog timer?

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

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What role does the Universal Asynchronous Receiver Transmitter (UART) play in a microcontroller?

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Who was primarily responsible for the development of the first microprocessor?

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What was the maximum memory that the 8008 microprocessor could address?

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Which microprocessor was released in April 1974?

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What significant feature does the Z80 microprocessor have compared to the 8080?

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Which company announced it was marketing the 6501 and 6502 microprocessors?

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Which part of the microprocessor performs mathematical and logical operations?

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What was the speed of the Intel 4004 microprocessor?

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Which of the following microprocessors was designed to be compatible with the 8080?

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What function does the Program Counter serve in a microprocessor?

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What notable achievement did Frederico Faggin accomplish within months?

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Which of the following manufacturers introduced new microprocessors alongside Z80?

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What is the primary role of the Control Unit (CU) in a microprocessor?

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Which register is known as the ALU's accumulator latch?

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What does the Status Register track in a microprocessor?

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Which of the following microprocessors was introduced by Intel in 1976 as an improved version of the 8-bit microprocessor?

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Which component is not part of the major architecture of a microprocessor?

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Flashcards

Arduino Platform

An open-source electronic platform using easy-hardware and software.

Arduino Input/Output

Arduino can read input data, process it, and produce output.

Arduino Setup

A part of Arduino code that runs once to initialize the pins and sensors.

Arduino Loop

The part of Arduino code that runs repeatedly to process input, control output, and update.

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Arduino Digital Pin

A pin that can be either HIGH or LOW (on or off).

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digitalWrite(pin, value)

A command to control a digital pin. Give it the pin number and HIGH or LOW.

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Variable in Arduino

Stores data and can change its value through operations.

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Constant in Arduino

Stores data, but holds it permanently. Once assigned, it cannot change.

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Microcontroller

A single chip microcomputer, built using VLSI, that contains a CPU, memory, and peripherals.

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Microcontroller Advantage: Inexpensive

Microcontrollers are relatively low cost, making them suitable for student projects and similar applications.

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Microcontroller Advantage: Easy Replacement

If a microcontroller malfunctions, it's often easier and cheaper to replace than more complex components.

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8048/49 Microcontroller

An early microcontroller with 1Kbyte ROM and 64 bytes RAM (expandable to 2Kbyte and 128 bytes RAM).

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Microcontroller I/O Ports

Ports that allow easy connection with external devices and circuits.

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Von Neumann Architecture

A computer architecture where instructions and data share the same memory location.

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Harvard Architecture

A computer architecture where instructions and data have separate memory locations.

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Microcontroller Development Free Tools

The tools used to create programs for microcontrollers are generally available freely.

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Microcontroller Definition

A small computer system designed to perform specific tasks within a larger device.

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Microcontroller Parts (CPU)

The central processing unit of a microcontroller, responsible for executing instructions.

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Microcontroller Memory (ROM)

Non-volatile memory that stores the program instructions.

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Microcontroller Memory (RAM)

Volatile memory used for storing data during operation.

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Microcontroller Applications (Consumer)

Washing machines, remote controls, clocks, games, and audio/video devices are examples.

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Microcontroller Applications (Automotive)

Safety features, motor control, and instrumentation in cars utilize microcontrollers.

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Microcontroller Data Bus

A part of the CPU, handles data transmission, existing in different sizes (e.g., 4-bit, 8-bit, 32-bit)

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ROM

Read Only Memory (ROM) is a type of memory that stores permanent data, such as the firmware of a microcontroller. It cannot be easily modified during normal operation.

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Firmware

Firmware is a special type of software permanently stored in ROM that controls the basic functions of a microcontroller. It acts as the operating system of the device.

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RAM

Random Access Memory (RAM) is a type of memory that stores temporary data used by the microcontroller during its operation. It is fast and can be read and written to quickly.

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Register File

A register file is a small set of quickly accessible memory locations within RAM specifically used by the processor for storing and manipulating data.

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Parallel I/O

Parallel I/O allows data transfer between the microcontroller and devices (like sensors, relays) on separate wires, sending entire bytes at once.

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Serial Ports

A Serial Port transmits data one bit at a time over a single wire, communicating with other peripherals like parallel ports.

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ADC

An Analog to Digital Converter (ADC) transforms analog signals (like voltage) into a digital format (like numbers) that a microcontroller can understand.

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DAC

A Digital to Analog Converter (DAC) converts digital data back into an analog signal. This allows the microcontroller to control things like motors or speakers.

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What is a Microprocessor?

A single chip that combines the functions of the Arithmetic Logic Unit (ALU) and the Control Unit (CU), acting as the 'brain' of a computer system.

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What does the Arithmetic Logic Unit (ALU) do?

The ALU is responsible for performing mathematical operations (addition, subtraction, etc.) and logical operations (AND, OR, etc.) on data.

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What is a Register?

Registers are small, internal memory locations within the microprocessor that temporarily store data words. They act as holding areas for data during processing.

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Purpose of the Control Unit

The Control Unit directs and coordinates all the operations within the microprocessor. It fetches instructions, decodes them, and then sends signals to other parts to execute those instructions.

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Program Counter

The Program Counter (PC) keeps track of the memory address of the next instruction to be executed. It acts as a pointer to the next step in the program.

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Accumulator

The Accumulator is a buffer register where intermediate results of arithmetic and logical operations are stored.

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Memory Address Register

The Memory Address Register (MAR) holds the address of the memory location that is currently being accessed by the microprocessor.

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Status Register

The Status Register keeps track of the status or results of various operations performed by the ALU. It holds information about flags like carry, overflow, and zero.

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Who developed the 1st microprocessor?

Marcian Hoff initially conceptualized the idea of a microprocessor, suggesting a revolutionary approach to calculator design by storing the program within the chip instead of using dedicated integrated circuits.

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Who turned the microprocessor idea into reality?

Federico Faggin, while working at Intel, transformed Hoff's concept into a tangible product within a short timeframe. He played a crucial role in the creation of the first microprocessor, the Intel 4004.

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What was the first microprocessor?

The Intel 4004, released in 1971, was the first microprocessor. It was a 4-bit processor capable of performing 6,000 operations per second.

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What was the 8008 Microprocessor?

Developed by Intel in 1972, the 8008 was a significant improvement over the 4004. It could address 16KB of memory, had 45 instructions, and offered a speed of 300,000 operations per second.

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What was the 8080 Microprocessor?

Released in 1974, the 8080 was an even more powerful 8-bit microprocessor. It could address 64KB of memory, had 75 instructions, and was pivotal for future computing advancements.

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Who was behind the 6800 Microprocessor?

Chuck Peddle, the lead developer of the 6800, took a leading role in creating this 8-bit microprocessor. He later went on to further develop microprocessors at MOS Technology.

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What was the 6502 Microprocessor?

Released in 1975, the 6502 was a groundbreaking 8-bit microprocessor that offered 56 instructions and the ability to access 64KB of memory. It was used in various popular computers like the Apple I, Apple II, Atari, and Commodore.

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What was the Z80 microprocessor?

Developed by Zilog in 1975, the Z80 was a powerful 8-bit microprocessor compatible with the 8080. It could directly address 64KB of memory, provided 176 instructions, and offered numerous advantages, making it a popular choice for various applications.

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Study Notes

Arduino

  • Arduino is an open-source electronic platform with easy-to-use hardware and software.
  • It can be used with many extended modules for different functions.
  • Functions include reading input, processing data, and producing output.

Arduino Coding Structure

  • Global: Includes variables, constants, and imported libraries.
  • Setup: Initializes pins and sensors, runs only once.
  • Loop: Runs continuously, reads sensors and changes pin states (HIGH or LOW).

Rules and Building Blocks

  • Code lines end with semicolons (except conditionals, loops, functions, and libraries).
  • Comments start with '//' and are ignored by the program.

Constants and Variables

  • Variables: Store different types of data and can be changed during program execution.
  • Constants: Store values that cannot be changed after assignment.

Arduino Output Programming

  • Individual Pin Addressing: Using pinMode(pinNo, INPUT/OUTPUT) to set the mode of a single pin.
  • Port Addressing: Using DDRx = Values to set the direction of multiple pins (inputs or outputs).
    • Output pins have value 1. Input pins have value 0.
    • Example: DDRB = B00010101; sets some pins to output and some to input.

Digital Output and Delay

  • Using digitalWrite(pin, value) sets the value of a digital pin to HIGH or LOW (1 or 0).
  • delay(ms) pauses for a specified number of milliseconds.
  • delayMicroseconds(us) pauses for a specified number of microseconds.

ATmega328

  • AVR CPU.
  • Harvard Architecture.
  • Flash: Program memory (32 KB, 15-bit address). Non-volatile.
  • SRAM: Data memory (2 KB). Volatile.
  • EEPROM: Long-term data storage, non-volatile.

AVR CPU Function

  • Instruction fetch and decode.

AVR Register File

  • 32, 8-bit general-purpose registers. Part of SRAM memory space.
  • X, Y, Z registers are 16-bit registers.

AVR Memory

  • Program memory (Flash)
  • Data memory (SRAM)

Stack Pointer Register

  • Special register for addressing data space.
  • Initialized to RAMEND.

Program Status Register (PSR)

  • Status bits set by instructions, Checked by branch/skip instructions.

Analog I/O

  • Analog input pins (0-5).
  • Analog output pins (3, 5, 6, 9, 10, 11).
  • Analog input reading using analogRead(pin). Converts 0-5V to 0-1023.
  • Analog output using analogWrite(pin, value) - 0-255 value, generates PWM on specified pins (3,5,6,9,10,11) at 490Hz frequency.

Arduino C/C++ Programming

  • Scripts are called "Sketches".
  • Using C with libraries.
  • Structure includes header (declarations, includes etc), setup() (runs once), loop() (runs repeatedly).

Arduino Serial Communication

  • Communication with a PC via USB. Use the Serial Monitor in the IDE.
  • Serial.begin(baud-rate) initializes communication. The default baud rate is 9600.
  • Serial.println(string) sends formatted data.
  • Serial.read() reads data.

Additional Notes

  • Use ATmega328 if incorporating many components.
  • Be aware of pins 0 and 1 during uploading (for serial communication).
  • Microcontrollers have specific memory sizes for storing programs (RAM and ROM).
  • Microcontrollers may include multiple timers/counters.

Microcontroller Architecture

  • Consists of CPU, RAM, ROM, and peripherals. Often designed with embedded peripherals to perform specific tasks.

Programmable Peripheral Interface (PPI)

  • General-purpose I/O device.
  • Connects the CPU to devices like ADC, DAC, keyboard.
  • Works directly with microprocessors.

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