Practice Programmable Keyboard/Display Interface - 13.14.7 | 13. Microprocessors - Part D | Digital Electronics - Vol 2
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Practice Questions

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Question 1

Easy

What is the primary function of the 8279?

πŸ’‘ Hint: Think about how a keyboard connects to a computer.

Question 2

Easy

What does FIFO stand for?

πŸ’‘ Hint: Consider how data is processed.

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Question 1

What is the primary role of the 8279?

  • Manage power
  • Interface keyboard and display
  • Handle CPU tasks

πŸ’‘ Hint: Recall what kind of connections the 8279 makes.

Question 2

True or False: The 8279 can only handle numeric displays.

  • True
  • False

πŸ’‘ Hint: Think about the types of information displayed.

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Challenge Problems

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Question 1

Create a detailed flow chart that shows how a key press on a keyboard is processed by the 8279 and communicated to the microprocessor.

πŸ’‘ Hint: Start from the key press and map each step clearly.

Question 2

Evaluate the potential issues that could arise in a keyboard/display interface and propose solutions for each one.

πŸ’‘ Hint: Review common electrical problems in circuitry.

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