Practice - 8254 Operating Modes (Relevant to Experiment)
Practice Questions
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What is Mode 0 used for in the 8254 timer?
💡 Hint: Consider what happens when a count is loaded and reaches zero.
Which output state does Mode 3 start with?
💡 Hint: Think about the nature of square waves.
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Interactive Quizzes
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What does Mode 0 primarily generate?
💡 Hint: Focus on the basic functions of each mode.
True or False: Mode 2 outputs a continuous square wave.
💡 Hint: Recall the characteristics of each mode.
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Challenge Problems
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Explain how to achieve a timed event using Mode 0 if the maximum count is reached. What adjustments might you make?
💡 Hint: Think about the limits of the 16-bit capacity.
Design a small circuit using Mode 2 that reads a temperature sensor every 5 seconds. Outline steps on how you'd implement it.
💡 Hint: Consider the sensor's response time and how often it needs to be read.
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