PIC16C56A-04I/SS

Product Overview

Category

The PIC16C56A-04I/SS belongs to the category of microcontrollers.

Use

This microcontroller is commonly used in various electronic devices and embedded systems for controlling and processing data.

Characteristics

• Low power consumption
• High-performance RISC CPU
• Wide operating voltage range
• Flash program memory
• EEPROM data memory
• I/O ports with programmable pull-up resistors
• Timer modules
• Analog-to-digital converter (ADC)
• Serial communication interface

Package

The PIC16C56A-04I/SS is available in a small outline 20-pin SSOP package.

Essence

The essence of this microcontroller lies in its ability to provide efficient control and processing capabilities in a compact and low-power package.

Packaging/Quantity

The PIC16C56A-04I/SS is typically packaged in reels or tubes, with a quantity of 250 units per reel/tube.

Specifications

• Operating Voltage: 2.5V to 5.5V
• Maximum Clock Frequency: 4 MHz
• Program Memory Size: 1.75 KB
• Data Memory Size: 25 bytes
• I/O Pins: 12
• ADC Resolution: 8-bit
• Timers: 1 x 8-bit, 1 x 16-bit
• Communication Interfaces: USART, SPI, I2C

Detailed Pin Configuration

The PIC16C56A-04I/SS has a total of 20 pins, each serving a specific purpose. The pin configuration is as follows:

1. VDD - Power supply voltage
2. RA0/AN0 - Analog input / Digital I/O
3. RA1/AN1 - Analog input / Digital I/O
4. RA2/AN2 - Analog input / Digital I/O
5. RA3/AN3 - Analog input / Digital I/O
6. RA4/T0CKI/C1OUT - Timer0 clock input / Digital I/O / Comparator output
7. MCLR/VPP - Master Clear input / Programming voltage
8. VSS - Ground
9. RB0/INT - External interrupt input / Digital I/O
10. RB1/SDI/SDA - SPI data input / I2C data input / Digital I/O
11. RB2/SDO/SA0 - SPI data output / I2C data output / Digital I/O
12. RB3/SCK/SCL - SPI clock input / I2C clock input / Digital I/O
13. RB4/PGM - In-Circuit Serial Programming (ICSP) data input
14. RB5/PGC - ICSP clock input
15. RB6/PGD - ICSP data output
16. RB7/PGM - ICSP programming mode select
17. OSC1/CLKIN - Oscillator input
18. OSC2/CLKOUT - Oscillator output
19. VDD - Power supply voltage
20. VSS - Ground

Functional Features

The PIC16C56A-04I/SS offers several functional features that enhance its usability and performance:

1. High-performance RISC CPU: The microcontroller is equipped with a powerful CPU that enables efficient execution of instructions.
2. Flash Program Memory: It provides non-volatile memory for storing the program code, allowing easy reprogramming.
3. EEPROM Data Memory: The microcontroller includes electrically erasable programmable read-only memory (EEPROM) for storing non-volatile data.
4. I/O Ports with Programmable Pull-up Resistors: The microcontroller has configurable I/O ports with built-in pull-up resistors, simplifying interfacing with external devices.
5. Timer Modules: Integrated timer modules facilitate precise timing and event generation.
6. Analog-to-Digital Converter (ADC): The ADC enables the microcontroller to convert analog signals into digital values for processing.
7. Serial Communication Interface: The microcontroller supports various serial communication protocols such as USART, SPI, and I2C.

Advantages and Disadvantages

Advantages

• Low power consumption makes it suitable for battery-powered applications.
• Compact size and small package allow for space-constrained designs.
• Wide operating voltage range provides flexibility in different power supply scenarios.
• Flash program memory allows easy reprogramming and updates.
• Integrated peripherals reduce the need for external components.

Disadvantages

• Limited program memory size may restrict the complexity of applications.
• Limited data memory size may impose constraints on data storage.
• Relatively low clock frequency may limit the speed of execution.

Working Principles

The PIC16C56A-04I/SS operates based on the principles of a RISC (Reduced Instruction Set Computer) architecture. It executes