Lect 35 Timer and Counter Programming in 8051 (Part 1)

This lecture explores Timer and Counter Programming in the 8051 microcontroller, a critical aspect of embedded systems for handling time-based tasks and event counting. The session provides an in-depth understanding of timer modes, register configurations, and practical programming examples. It also explains the differences between timer and counter operations, enabling effective implementation in real-world projects.

Key topics include:

Timers vs. Counters: Differences and applications in embedded systems.
Timer Registers (TCON, TMOD): Understanding control and mode registers in 8051.
Timer Modes: Detailed explanation of Mode 0, Mode 1, Mode 2, and Mode 3.
Clock Frequency and Overflow Calculations: Deriving delay or count values based on clock settings.
Programming Timers in 8051: Writing Embedded C or assembly code for delay generation.
Programming Counters in 8051: Configuring counters for external event counting.
Interrupts and Timers: Using timer interrupts for efficient multitasking.
This lecture combines theoretical concepts with practical coding examples to give you a strong foundation in 8051 timer and counter programming.

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