CONTENTS

12.3

IDLE MODE

12-5

12.4

STANDBY MODE (80C196NU ONLY)

12-6

12.4.1 Enabling and Disabling Standby Mode

12-6

12.4.2

Entering Standby Mode

12-6

12.4.3

Exiting Standby Mode

12-7

12.5

POWERDOWN MODE

12-7

12.5.1 Enabling and Disabling Powerdown Mode

12-7

12.5.2

Entering Powerdown Mode

12-7

12.5.3

Exiting Powerdown Mode

12-8

12.5.3.1

Generating a Hardware Reset

12-8

12.5.3.2 Asserting an External Interrupt Signal

12-8

12.5.3.3

Selecting C1

12-10

12.6

ONCE MODE

12-12

12.7

RESERVED TEST MODES (80C196NU ONLY)

12-12

CHAPTER 13

 

INTERFACING WITH EXTERNAL MEMORY

 

13.1

INTERNAL AND EXTERNAL ADDRESSES

13-1

13.2

EXTERNAL MEMORY INTERFACE SIGNALS

13-2

13.3

THE CHIP-SELECT UNIT

13-5

13.3.1 Defining Chip-select Address Ranges

13-7

13.3.2 Controlling Wait States, Bus Width, and Bus Multiplexing

13-10

13.3.3

Chip-select Unit Initial Conditions

13-11

13.3.4

Initializing the Chip-select Registers

13-11

13.3.5 Example of a Chip-select Setup

13-12

13.4

CHIP CONFIGURATION REGISTERS AND CHIP CONFIGURATION BYTES

13-14

13.5

BUS WIDTH AND MULTIPLEXING

13-18

13.5.1

A 16-bit Example System

13-21

13.5.2

16-bit Bus Timings

13-22

13.5.3

8-bit Bus Timings

13-24

13.5.4 Comparison of Multiplexed and Demultiplexed Buses

13-26

13.6

WAIT STATES (READY CONTROL)

13-26

13.7

BUS-HOLD PROTOCOL

13-30

13.7.1

Enabling the Bus-hold Protocol

13-32

13.7.2

Disabling the Bus-hold Protocol

13-32

13.7.3

Hold Latency

13-32

13.7.4

Regaining Bus Control

13-33

13.8

WRITE-CONTROL MODES

13-33

13.9

SYSTEM BUS AC TIMING SPECIFICATIONS

13-36

13.9.1 Deferred Bus-cycle Mode (80C196NU Only)

13-40

13.9.2

Explanation of AC Symbols

13-42

13.9.3

AC Timing Definitions

13-42

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Microcontroller, 80C196NU, 8XC196NP specifications

The Intel 8XC196NP and 80C196NU microcontrollers are part of Intel's renowned 16-bit microcontroller series that gained popularity in the 1980s and 1990s for embedded systems applications. Designed for a variety of applications, these microcontrollers are characterized by their robust performance, versatility, and industry-standard architecture.

The 8XC196NP features an enhanced instruction set with over 100 instructions, allowing for efficient code execution. It operates at clock speeds up to 16 MHz, which contributes to improved performance in time-sensitive applications. The microcontroller is equipped with a 16-bit data bus, enabling more efficient data handling compared to its 8-bit predecessors, thus accommodating complex algorithms and large data sets.

In terms of memory architecture, the 8XC196NP supports an addressable memory space of up to 64 KB of program memory and 64 KB of data memory. This configuration provides sufficient space for large applications while ensuring fast data access. The microcontroller includes integrated features such as timers, serial I/O capabilities, and interrupt processing, which enhance its functionality for real-time applications and control mechanisms.

The 80C196NU, on the other hand, is designed for lower power operation, making it suitable for battery-powered devices. This microcontroller maintains similar features to the 8XC196NP while offering advancements that support low-power consumption. The 80C196NU can also function in a range of temperature environments, making it adaptable for industrial applications.

Both the 8XC196NP and 80C196NU support external memory interfacing, allowing designers to expand the system's capability by connecting additional ROM and RAM. This flexibility makes them appealing for developing complex systems, such as motor controls, industrial automation, and consumer electronics.

Another standout feature of these microcontrollers is their built-in debugging capabilities. Intel provided hardware and software tools that enabled developers to test and troubleshoot their applications effectively, reducing the development time and increasing reliability.

Overall, the Intel 8XC196NP and 80C196NU microcontrollers stand out for their dependability, versatility, and performance, contributing significantly to the evolution of embedded system design. Their legacy continues to influence modern microcontroller technology, ensuring their relevance in a wide array of applications today.