PIC16F887 MicroC School Assignments

This repository contains a collection of school assignments developed for the PIC16F887 microcontroller using the mikroC PRO for PIC compiler and the C programming language. The assignments cover various fundamental topics including I/O handling, timer management, analog-to-digital conversion (ADC), UART communication, and more.

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Table of Contents

• Overview
• Features
• Hardware Requirements
• Software Requirements
• Project Structure
• Compilation and Programming
• Usage
• Code Explanation
• Troubleshooting
• Credits and License

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Overview

This project is designed to help students learn the basics of embedded systems programming with PIC microcontrollers. Each assignment demonstrates a specific feature or peripheral of the PIC16F887, offering hands-on experience with configuring and programming the device using mikroC.

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Features

• Digital I/O: Learn how to configure and control digital input and output pins.
• Timer Interrupts: Implement and manage timer interrupts for periodic tasks.
• Analog-to-Digital Conversion (ADC): Read analog sensor data using the ADC module.
• UART Communication: Set up serial communication for debugging or interfacing with other devices.
• PWM Control: Generate PWM signals for motor control or LED dimming.
• Modular Code Design: Separate modules for easier understanding and reusability.

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Hardware Requirements

• PIC16F887 Microcontroller
• PIC Programmer (e.g., PICkit 3 or similar)
• Breadboard and connecting wires
• Additional peripherals (e.g., LCD display, push buttons, sensors, etc.) as required by specific assignments

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Software Requirements

• mikroC PRO for PIC IDE: The development environment used to write, compile, and program the assignments.
• C Programming Knowledge: Basic understanding of C syntax and structure.
• PIC Microcontroller Fundamentals: Familiarity with PIC architecture and peripheral configuration.

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Project Structure

• main.c
  Contains the main function with system initialization and the main application loop.

• adc.c / adc.h
  Modules for initializing and handling the ADC peripheral.

• uart.c / uart.h
  Functions for setting up UART communication and handling serial data.

• timer.c / timer.h
  Timer configuration and interrupt service routines to manage periodic tasks.

• lcd.c / lcd.h
  Functions to interface with an LCD display (if applicable).

• config.h
  Configuration settings including oscillator settings, fuses, and other device-specific configurations.

Each module is commented to explain its purpose and functionality, ensuring the code is clear and maintainable.

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Compilation and Programming

1. Open the Project:
   Launch mikroC PRO for PIC and open the project files.

2. Verify Configuration:
   Check config.h for correct device settings, including oscillator configuration and fuse settings specific to the PIC16F887.

3. Build the Project:
   Use the Build option in the IDE to compile the project and generate the HEX file.

4. Program the Device:
   Connect your PIC programmer (e.g., PICkit 3) to the PIC16F887 and load the HEX file onto the microcontroller.

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Usage

• Initialization:
  On power-up, the microcontroller initializes all configured peripherals.

• Operation:
  The main loop runs continuously, handling sensor readings, user inputs