AR-B1474 User¡¦s Guide

(8)MODEM Status Register (MSR)

Bit 0: Delta Clear to Send (DCTS)

Bit 1: Delta Data Set Ready (DDSR)

Bit 2: Training Edge Ring Indicator (TERI)

Bit 3: Delta Receive Line Signal Detect (DSLSD)

Bit 4: Clear to Send (CTS)

Bit 5: Data Set Ready (DSR)

Bit 6: Ring Indicator (RI)

Bit 7: Received Line Signal Detect (RSLD)

(9)Divisor Latch (LS, MS)

 

LS

MS

Bit 0:

Bit 0

Bit 8

Bit 1:

Bit 1

Bit 9

Bit 2:

Bit 2

Bit 10

Bit 3:

Bit 3

Bit 11

Bit 4:

Bit 4

Bit 12

Bit 5:

Bit 5

Bit 13

Bit 6:

Bit 6

Bit 14

Bit 7:

Bit 7

Bit 15

 

Desired Baud Rate

Divisor Used to Generate 16x Clock

 

300

384

 

600

192

 

1200

96

 

1800

64

 

2400

48

 

3600

32

 

4800

24

 

9600

12

 

14400

8

 

19200

6

 

28800

4

 

38400

3

 

57600

2

 

115200

1

Table 2-8 Serial Port Divisor Latch

2.5 PARALLEL PORT

(1) Register Address

Port Address

Read/Write

Register

base + 0

Write

Output data

base + 0

Read

Input data

base + 1

Read

Printer status buffer

base + 2

Write

Printer control latch

Table 2-9 Registers’ Address

(2) Printer Interface Logic

The parallel portion of the SMC37C669 makes the attachment of various devices that accept eight bits of parallel data at standard TTL level.

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Sony AR-B1474 Parallel Port, Modem Status Register MSR, Divisor Latch LS, MS, Register Address, Printer Interface Logic

DX4, AR-B1474, 486DX specifications

The Sony 486DX, AR-B1474, and DX4 are notable examples of advanced computing technologies from the early to mid-1990s, a time when personal computers were rapidly evolving to meet increasing user demands. These systems played a pivotal role in shaping the landscape of modern computing.

The Sony 486DX is built around the popular Intel 80486 microprocessor, which was a significant step up from its predecessor, the 386. The 486DX featured a 32-bit architecture and introduced integrated cache memory, which greatly enhanced data processing speeds and overall system performance. Operating at clock speeds typically ranging from 25 to 100 MHz, the 486DX models provided a solid foundation for running more sophisticated software applications and advanced games of the era.

Accompanying the 486DX was the AR-B1474 motherboard, designed to maximize the potential of the 486 architecture. This motherboard featured support for up to 512 KB of level 2 cache memory, further boosting performance for data-heavy tasks. The AR-B1474 also included extensive connectivity options, with ISA slots for legacy devices, as well as support for EISA, making it compatible with a wide range of hardware peripherals. This versatility made the AR-B1474 a popular choice among builders of custom desktop PCs during its time.

The DX4, another significant milestone, built upon the 486 architecture by introducing a clock-doubling technique. By effectively allowing the processor to perform operations at up to three times its base clock speed (typically 75 or 100 MHz), the DX4 could handle even more demanding applications, thereby providing users with significant performance improvements without requiring a complete overhaul of their systems.

Both the 486DX and DX4 processors facilitated advancements in multimedia capabilities, with improved graphics rendering and audio performance that supported CD-ROMs and early gaming technologies. This made them particularly appealing to consumers looking for a versatile machine for both work and entertainment.

Overall, the combination of the Sony 486DX, AR-B1474 motherboard, and DX4 processor exemplifies a significant chapter in computing history, showcasing how hardware advancements seamlessly integrated with user needs for performance and flexibility. As these technologies laid the groundwork for future innovations, they remain noteworthy for their contributions to the evolution of personal computing.