One of the most thorough introductions available to the world's most popular microcontroller!

The Newnes Know It All Series takes the best of what our authors have written over the past few years and creates a one-stop reference for engineers involved in markets from communications to embedded systems and everywhere in between. PIC design and development a natural fit for this reference series as it is one of the most popular microcontrollers in the world and we have several superbly authored books on the subject. This material ranges from the basics to more advanced topics. There is also a very strong project basis to this learning. The average embedded engineer working with this microcontroller will be able to have any question answered by this compilation. He/she will also be able to work through real-life problems via the projects contained in the book. The Newnes Know It All Series presentation of theory, hard fact, and project-based direction will be a continual aid in helping the engineer to innovate in the workplace.Section I. An Introduction to PIC MicrocontrollersChapter 1. The PIC Microcontroller FamilyChapter 2. Introducing the PIC 16 Series and the 16F84AChapter 3. Parallel Ports, Power Supply and the Clock OscillatorSection II. Programming PIC Microcontrollers using Assembly LanguageChapter 4. Starting to Program—An Introduction to AssemblerChapter 5. Building Assembler ProgramsChapter 6. Further Programming TechniquesChapter 7. Prototype HardwareChapter 8. More PIC Applications and DevicesChapter 9. The PIC 1250x Series (8-pin PIC microcontrollers)Chapter 10. Intermediate Operations using the PIC 12F675Chapter 11. Using InputsChapter 12. Keypad ScanningChapter 13. Program ExamplesSection III. Programming PIC Microcontrollers using PicBasicChapter 14. PicBasic and PicBasic Pro Programming Chapter 15. Simple PIC ProjectsChapter 16. Moving On with the 16F876Chapter 17. CommunicationSection IV. Programming PIC Microcontrollers using MBasicChapter 18. MBasic Compiler and Development BoardsChapter 19. The Basics—OutputChapter 20. The Basics—Digital InputChapter 21. Introductory Stepper MotorsChapter 22. Digital Temperature Sensors and Real-Time ClocksChapter 23. Infrared Remote ControlsSection V. Programming PIC Microcontrollers using CChapter 24. Getting StartedChapter 25. Programming LoopsChapter 26. More LoopsChapter 27. NUMB3RSChapter 28. InterruptsChapter 29. Taking a Look under the Hood - Over 900 pages of practical, hands-on content in one book! - Huge market - as of November 2006 Microchip Technology Inc., a leading provider of microcontroller and analog semiconductors, produced its 5 BILLIONth PIC microcontroller - Several points of view, giving the reader a complete 360 of this microcontroller

A thorough revision that provides a clear understanding of the basic principles of microcontrollers using C programming and PIC18F assembly language This book presents the fundamental concepts of assembly language programming and interfacing techniques associated with typical microcontrollers. As part of the second edition's revisions, PIC18F assembly language and C programming are provided in separate sections so that these topics can be covered independent of each other if desired. This extensively updated edition includes a number of fundamental topics. Characteristics and principles common to typical microcontrollers are emphasized. Interfacing techniques associated with a basic microcontroller such as the PIC18F are demonstrated from chip level via examples using the simplest possible devices, such as switches, LEDs, Seven-Segment displays, and the hexadecimal keyboard. In addition, interfacing the PIC18F with other devices such as LCD displays, ADC, and DAC is also included. Furthermore, topics such as CCP (Capture, Compare, PWM) and Serial I/O using C along with simple examples are also provided. Microcontroller Theory and Applications with the PIC18F, 2nd Edition is a comprehensive and self-contained book that emphasizes characteristics and principles common to typical microcontrollers. In addition, the text: Includes increased coverage of C language programming with the PIC18F I/O and interfacing techniques Provides a more detailed explanation of PIC18F timers, PWM, and Serial I/O using C Illustrates C interfacing techniques through the use of numerous examples, most of which have been implemented successfully in the laboratory This new edition of Microcontroller Theory and Applications with the PIC18F is excellent as a text for undergraduate level students of electrical/computer engineering and computer science.

In a clear and readable style, Bill Bolton addresses the basic principles of modern instrumentation and control systems, including examples of the latest devices, techniques and applications. Unlike the majority of books in this field, only a minimal prior knowledge of mathematical methods is assumed. The book focuses on providing a comprehensive introduction to the subject, with Laplace presented in a simple and easily accessible form, complimented by an outline of the mathematics that would be required to progress to more advanced levels of study.Taking a highly practical approach, Bill Bolton combines underpinning theory with numerous case studies and applications throughout, to enable the reader to apply the content directly to real-world engineering contexts. Coverage includes smart instrumentation, DAQ, crucial health and safety considerations, and practical issues such as noise reduction, maintenance and testing. An introduction to PLCs and ladder programming is incorporated in the text, as well as new information introducing the various software programmes used for simulation.Problems with a full answer section are also included, to aid the reader's self-assessment and learning, and a companion website (for lecturers only) at http://textbooks.elsevier.com features an Instructor's Manual including multiple choice questions, further assignments with detailed solutions, as well as additional teaching resources.The overall approach of this book makes it an ideal text for all introductory level undergraduate courses in control engineering and instrumentation. It is fully in line with latest syllabus requirements, and also covers, in full, the requirements of the Instrumentation & Control Principles and Control Systems & Automation units of the new Higher National Engineering syllabus from Edexcel.* Assumes minimal prior mathematical knowledge, creating a highly accessible student-centred text* Problems, case studies and applications included throughout, with a full set of answers at the back of the book, to aid student learning, and place theory in real-world engineering contexts* Free online lecturer resources featuring supporting notes, multiple-choice tests, lecturer handouts and further assignments and solutions

This guide by Microchip insider Lucio Di Jasio teaches readers everything they need to know about the architecture of these new chips: how to program them, how to test them, and how to debug them.

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