Practice Programming Example (8086) - 4.3.3 | Module 4: Interfacing with Essential Peripherals | Microcontroller
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4.3.3 - Programming Example (8086)

Learning

Practice Questions

Test your understanding with targeted questions related to the topic.

Question 1

Easy

What is the primary purpose of the 8255 PPI?

💡 Hint: Think about the connections between the CPU and other components.

Question 2

Easy

Name the three ports available in the 8255.

💡 Hint: Recall the acronym A-B-C.

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Interactive Quizzes

Engage in quick quizzes to reinforce what you've learned and check your comprehension.

Question 1

What does the control word configure in the 8255?

  • Operating mode and direction
  • Only output mode
  • Only input direction

💡 Hint: Consider what the control word does within the device.

Question 2

True or False: The 8255 supports only input functions.

  • True
  • False

💡 Hint: Think about the capability of peripheral interfaces.

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Challenge Problems

Push your limits with challenges.

Question 1

You need to configure Port A as output, Port B as input, and use Mode 2 for Port C. What would be the control word and describe the process?

💡 Hint: Break down the bits and their meanings carefully.

Question 2

Write an assembly code snippet that configures the 8255 in Mode 1, sets Port A as output, and reads from Port B. Explain each step.

💡 Hint: Focus on the sequence of control and data flow between the microprocessor and devices.

Challenge and get performance evaluation