PIC'n Techniques, PIC Microcontroller Applications Guide

by David Benson

PIC'n Techniques is an intermediate level applications guide covering Microchip Technology's PIC microcontrollers. The book describes the unique features of the 8-pin microcontrollers. The use of... This description may be from another edition of this product.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0965416232
• ISBN13: 9780965416238
• Release Date: January 1999
• Publisher: Square 1 Electronics
• Length: 307 Pages
• Weight: 1.95 lbs.
• Dimensions: 8.5" x 11.0"

Customer Reviews

More Advanced Topics, But an Excellent Presentation

This is one of my favourite books that David Benson has written. The book starts to explain the features and differences in programming the PIC12C508(Playstation chip)from other Microchip products.All the subject matter from this point deals with timing, so keep this in mind if your trying to figure out the code in the book.The subroutines are much more advanced if you actually simulate them in MPLAB one at a time.I found this to be helpful as the code carries out for more than 2 or 3 pages in some cases.You can learn alot here about building your own test equipment, however the author does mention previous subjects from "Pic'n Up The Pace".The subjects from what you learned in the previous editions will certainly help you here, but the code is subjective, and may not be required.The presentation in the book captures the heart and the imaganation of programming.This is an another good example of learning through experiments as the author displays the power of these devices in this very informative book.

Straight and to the point.

David Benson has written a book that is full of MPASM examples that can be used as is or modified to fit your needs. The book is good for intermediate and beginners that are still struggling with learning PIC assembly. I would have liked to see the 17Cxxx series covered in this book. He does a good job of describing the the 12Cxxx series as well as some of the mid-range PICs. He does a great job of covering PC to PIC communications! Overall, this book makes a GREAT addition to my reference library. Good job David!

Clear and easy to understand.

This book was extremely helpful and gave more insight into the more advanced PIC's. The book is well written and has helped me continue my understanding of the PIC programs! Dave, you have done it again!