Practice Programmable Communication Interface - 13.14.5 | 13. Microprocessors - Part D | Digital Electronics - Vol 2
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Practice Questions

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Question 1

Easy

What does PCI stand for?

πŸ’‘ Hint: Remember the acronym PCI.

Question 2

Easy

What function does the 8251 USART perform?

πŸ’‘ Hint: Think of communication between devices.

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Question 1

What is the main function of a Programmable Communication Interface?

  • To store data
  • To convert data formats
  • To increase processing speed

πŸ’‘ Hint: Think about what PCIs are designed to do.

Question 2

The 8251 is an example of a USART. True or False?

  • True
  • False

πŸ’‘ Hint: Recall its full name and terminology.

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Challenge Problems

Push your limits with challenges.

Question 1

Design a dialog between two devices using a PCI, detailing how information is transmitted.

πŸ’‘ Hint: Think of the steps involved in sending and receiving data.

Question 2

Analyze a failure in communication between a microprocessor and a peripheral, discussing how a malfunctioning PCI could affect this.

πŸ’‘ Hint: Consider the roles of the PCI in both directions of communication.

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