How to connect any PICkit to a microcontroller
To program a microcontroller, you will need a tool such as the PICkit. This device links the IDE from the computer with the microcontroller, usually by a USB port. Continue…
Requirements for MPLAB to program a PIC Microcontroller
So what is MPLAB anyway? It is a software that integrates many useful tools for developing code for PIC microcontrollers. Such programs are called "IDE" and it stands for "Integrated…
Push Buttons in a PIC microcontroller, how to read one
A push button is a simple method to give to the microcontroller an input capability. Any user can push a button or press a switch to activate a specific function…
Requirements for PIC Microcontrollers, a newbie’s guide
So you are interested in learning about tiny, yet fascinating devices? Most MCUs (micro controller unit) share many commonalities, despite their inherent complexity. Before you flash (or program) a PIC…
MCLR (Master Clear) on PIC microcontrollers
The Master Clear or MCLR is a feature present in many microcontrollers, used for resetting the entire device. This means that when the MCLR is triggered, the device will start…
Setting up PWM on a PIC Microcontroller
About PWM. Hello everyone, Juditova here! The Pulse Modulation Width (PWM) helps any microcontroller tremendously on most control tasks. You see, PWM makes the connected device to believe its connected…