Embedded Software (Newnes Know It All) (Newnes Know It All)

The Newnes Know It All Series takes the best of what our authors have written to create hard-working desk references that will be an engineer's first port of call for key information, design techniques and rules of thumb. Guaranteed not to gather dust on a shelf! Embedded software is present everywhere - from a garage door opener to implanted medical devices to multicore computer systems. This book covers the development and testing of embedded software from many different angles and using different programming languages. Optimization of code, and the testing of that code, are detailed to enable readers to create the best solutions on-time and on-budget. Bringing together the work of leading experts in the field, this a comprehensive reference that every embedded developer will need! Chapter 1: Basic Embedded Programming Concepts Chapter 2: Device Drivers Chapter 3: Embedded Operating Systems Chapter 4: Networking Chapter 5: Error Handling and Debugging Chapter 6: Hardware/Software Co-Verification Chapter 7: Techniques for Embedded Media Processing Chapter 8: DSP in Embedded Systems Chapter 9: Practical Embedded Coding Techniques Chapter 10: Development Technologies and Trends *Proven, real-world advice and guidance from such "name" authors as Tammy Noergard, Jen LaBrosse, and Keith Curtis *Popular architectures and languages fully discussed *Gives a comprehensive, detailed overview of the techniques and methodologies for developing effective, efficient embedded software The Newnes Know It All Series takes the best of what our authors have written over the past few years and creates a one-stop reference for engineers involved in markets from communications to embedded systems and everywhere in between.

PIC design and development a natural fit for this reference series as it is one of the most popular microcontrollers in the world and we have several superbly authored books on the subject. This material ranges from the basics to more advanced topics. There is also a very strong project basis to this learning. The average embedded engineer working with this microcontroller will be able to have any question answered by this compilation. He/she will also be able to work through real-life problems via the projects contained in the book. The Newnes Know It All Series presentation of theory, hard fact, and project-based direction will be a continual aid in helping the engineer to innovate in the workplace.

Section I. An Introduction to PIC Microcontrollers
Chapter 1. The PIC Microcontroller Family
Chapter 2. Introducing the PIC 16 Series and the 16F84A
Chapter 3. Parallel Ports, Power Supply and the Clock Oscillator

Section II. Programming PIC Microcontrollers using Assembly Language
Chapter 4. Starting to Program—An Introduction to Assembler
Chapter 5. Building Assembler Programs
Chapter 6. Further Programming Techniques
Chapter 7. Prototype Hardware
Chapter 8. More PIC Applications and Devices
Chapter 9. The PIC 1250x Series (8-pin PIC microcontrollers)
Chapter 10. Intermediate Operations using the PIC 12F675
Chapter 11. Using Inputs
Chapter 12. Keypad Scanning
Chapter 13. Program Examples

Section III. Programming PIC Microcontrollers using PicBasic
Chapter 14. PicBasic and PicBasic Pro Programming
Chapter 15. Simple PIC Projects
Chapter 16. Moving On with the 16F876
Chapter 17. Communication

Section IV. Programming PIC Microcontrollers using MBasic
Chapter 18. MBasic Compiler and Development Boards
Chapter 19. The Basics—Output
Chapter 20. The Basics—Digital Input
Chapter 21. Introductory Stepper Motors
Chapter 22. Digital Temperature Sensors and Real-Time Clocks
Chapter 23. Infrared Remote Controls

Section V. Programming PIC Microcontrollers using C
Chapter 24. Getting Started
Chapter 25. Programming Loops
Chapter 26. More Loops
Chapter 27. NUMB3RS
Chapter 28. Interrupts
Chapter 29. Taking a Look under the Hood

*Over 900 pages of practical, hands-on content in one book!
*Huge market - as of November 2006 Microchip Technology Inc., a leading provider of microcontroller and analog semiconductors, produced its 5 BILLIONth PIC microcontroller
*Several points of view, giving the reader a complete 360 of this microcontroller The Newnes Know It All Series takes the best of what our authors have written over the past few years and creates a one-stop reference for engineers involved in markets from communications to embedded systems and everywhere in between. PIC design and development a natural fit for this reference series as it is one of the most popular microcontrollers in the world and we have several superbly authored books on the subject. This material ranges from the basics to more advanced topics. There is also a very strong project basis to this learning. The average embedded engineer working with this microcontroller will be able to have any question answered by this compilation. He/she will also be able to work through real-life problems via the projects contained in the book. The Newnes Know It All Series presentation of theory, hard fact, and project-based direction will be a continual aid in helping the engineer to innovate in the workplace.Section I. An Introduction to PIC MicrocontrollersChapter 1. The PIC Microcontroller FamilyChapter 2. Introducing the PIC 16 Series and the 16F84AChapter 3. Parallel Ports, Power Supply and the Clock OscillatorSection II. Programming PIC Microcontrollers using Assembly LanguageChapter 4. Starting to Program—An Introduction to AssemblerChapter 5. Building Assembler ProgramsChapter 6. Further Programming TechniquesChapter 7. Prototype HardwareChapter 8. More PIC Applications and DevicesChapter 9. The PIC 1250x Series (8-pin PIC microcontrollers)Chapter 10. Intermediate Operations using the PIC 12F675Chapter 11. Using InputsChapter 12. Keypad ScanningChapter 13. Program ExamplesSection III. Programming PIC Microcontrollers using PicBasicChapter 14. PicBasic and PicBasic Pro Programming Chapter 15. Simple PIC ProjectsChapter 16. Moving On with the 16F876Chapter 17. CommunicationSection IV. Programming PIC Microcontrollers using MBasicChapter 18. MBasic Compiler and Development BoardsChapter 19. The Basics—OutputChapter 20. The Basics—Digital InputChapter 21. Introductory Stepper MotorsChapter 22. Digital Temperature Sensors and Real-Time ClocksChapter 23. Infrared Remote ControlsSection V. Programming PIC Microcontrollers using CChapter 24. Getting StartedChapter 25. Programming LoopsChapter 26. More LoopsChapter 27. NUMB3RSChapter 28. InterruptsChapter 29. Taking a Look under the Hood Over 900 pages of practical, hands-on content in one book! Huge market - as of November 2006 Microchip Technology Inc., a leading provider of microcontroller and analog semiconductors, produced its 5 BILLIONth PIC microcontroller Several points of view, giving the reader a complete 360 of this microcontroller The Newnes Know It All Series takes the best of what our authors have written to create hard-working desk references that will be an engineer's first port of call for key information, design techniques and rules of thumb. Guaranteed not to gather dust on a shelf RF (radio frequency) and wireless technologies drive communication today. This technology and its applications enable wireless phones, portable device roaming, and short-range industrial and commercial application communication such as the supply chain management wonder, RFID. Up-to-date information regarding software defined RF, using frequencies smarter, and, using more of the spectrum, with ultrawideband technology is detailed. Chapter 1: Survey of RF and Wireless Technology Chapter 2: Communications Protocols and Modulation Chapter 3: Transmitters Chapter 4: Receivers Chapter 5: Radio Propagation Chapter 6: Antenna Fundamentals I Chapter 7: Antenna Fundamentals II. Chapter 8: Basics of Wireless Local Area Networks Chapter 9: Outdoor Networks. Chapter 10: Voice Over Wi-Fi and Other Wireless Technologies Chapter 11: Security in Wireless Local Area Networks Chapter 12: System Planning Chapter 13: System Implementation, Testing, and Optimization Chapter 14: Next Generation Wireless Networks Chapter 15: Mobile Ad Hoc Networks Chapter 16: Wireless Sensor Networks Chapter 17: Reliable Wireless Networks for Industrial Networks Chapter 18: Software-Defined Radio Chapter 19: The Basics of Radio Frequency Identification (RFID) Technology Chapter 20: UWB Spectrum and Regulation Chapter 21: Interference and Coexistence Chapter 22: Direct Sequence UWB Chapter 23: Multiband Approach to UWB Chapter 24: History and Background of Cognitive Radio Chapter 25: The Software Defined Radio as a Platform for Cognitive Radio Chapter 26: Cognitive Radio: The Technologies Chapter 27: Spectrum Awareness Chapter 28: Direct Sequence and Frequency Hopping Spread Spectrum Chapter 29: RF Power Amplifiers Chapter 30: Phase Locked Loop Techniques in Modern Communications Systems Chapter 31 Orthogonal Frequency Division Multiplexing (OFDM) *A 360 degree view from best-selling authors including Roberto Aiello, Bruce Fette, and Praphul Chandra *Hot topics covered including ultrawideband and cognitive radio technologies *The ultimate hard-working desk reference: all the essential information, techniques, and tricks of the trade in one volume The Newnes Know It All Series takes the best of what our authors have written over the past few years and creates a one-stop reference for engineers involved in markets from communications to embedded systems and everywhere in between. PIC design and development a natural fit for this reference series as it is one of the most popular microcontrollers in the world and we have several superbly authored books on the subject. This material ranges from the basics to more advanced topics. There is also a very strong project basis to this learning. The average embedded engineer working with this microcontroller will be able to have any question answered by this compilation. He/she will also be able to work through real-life problems via the projects contained in the book. The Newnes Know It All Series presentation of theory, hard fact, and project-based direction will be a continual aid in helping the engineer to innovate in the workplace. Section I. An Introduction to PIC Microcontrollers Chapter 1. The PIC Microcontroller FamilyChapter 2. Introducing the PIC 16 Series and the 16F84AChapter 3. Parallel Ports, Power Supply and the Clock Oscillator Section II. Programming PIC Microcontrollers using Assembly Language Chapter 4. Starting to ProgramAn Introduction to AssemblerChapter 5. Building Assembler ProgramsChapter 6. Further Programming TechniquesChapter 7. Prototype HardwareChapter 8. More PIC Applications and DevicesChapter 9. The PIC 1250x Series (8-pin PIC microcontrollers)Chapter 10. Intermediate Operations using the PIC 12F675Chapter 11. Using InputsChapter 12. Keypad ScanningChapter 13. Program Examples Section III. Programming PIC Microcontrollers using PicBasic Chapter 14. PicBasic and PicBasic Pro Programming Chapter 15. Simple PIC ProjectsChapter 16. Moving On with the 16F876Chapter 17. Communication Section IV. Programming PIC Microcontrollers using MBasic Chapter 18. MBasic Compiler and Development BoardsChapter 19. The BasicsOutputChapter 20. The BasicsDigital InputChapter 21. Introductory Stepper MotorsChapter 22. Digital Temperature Sensors and Real-Time ClocksChapter 23. Infrared Remote Controls Section V. Programming PIC Microcontrollers using C Chapter 24. Getting StartedChapter 25. Programming LoopsChapter 26. More LoopsChapter 27. NUMB3RSChapter 28. InterruptsChapter 29. Taking a Look under the Hood The Newnes Know It All Series takes the best of what our authors have written to create hard-working desk references that will be an engineer's first port of call for key information, design techniques and rules of thumb. Guaranteed not to gather dust on a shelf!

Wireless Networking: Know It All delivers readers from the basics of a wireless system such as antennas and transmitters to current hot topic wireless systems and technologies. The backbone to technologies and applications such as mobile, untethered Internet access, Internet telephony, and high quality multimedia content via the Web is completely covered in this reference.

Chapter 1. Basics of Wireless Communications
Chapter 2. Basics of Wireless Local Area Networks
Chapter 3. Radio Transmitters and Receivers
Chapter 4. Radio Propagation
Chapter 5. Antennas and Transmission Lines
Chapter 6. Communication Protocols and Modulation
Chapter 7. High-Speed Wireless Data: System Types, Standards-Based and Proprietary Solutions
Chapter 8. Propagation Modeling and Measuring
Chapter 9. Indoor Networks
Chapter 10. Security in Wireless Local Area Networks
Chapter 11. Voice Over Wi-Fi and Other Wireless Technologies
Chapter 12. Mobile Ad Hoc Networks
Chapter 13. Wireless Sensor Networks
Chapter 14. Reliable Wireless Networks for Industrial Applications
Chapter 15. Applications and Technologies
Chapter 16. System Planning

*A comprehensive overview from best-selling authors including Daniel Dobkin, Ron Olexa, and Alan Bensky
*Explains the theory, concepts, design, and implementation of 802.11, 802.16, and 802.20 wireless networks – the three most popular types
*Includes discussion of indoor networks, signal propagation, network security, and other topics essential for designing robust, secure wireless networks The Newnes Know It All Series takes the best of what our authors have written to create hard-working desk references that will be an engineer's first port of call for key information, design techniques and rules of thumb. Guaranteed not to gather dust on a shelf!Wireless Know It All delivers readers from the basics of a wireless system such as antennas and transmitters to current hot topic wireless systems and technologies. The backbone to technologies and applications such as mobile, untethered Internet access, Internet telephony, and high quality multimedia content via the Web is completely covered in this reference. Chapter 1. Basics of Wireless Communications Chapter 2. Basics of Wireless Local Area Networks Chapter 3. Radio Transmitters and Receivers Chapter 4. Radio Propagation Chapter 5. Antennas and Transmission Lines Chapter 6. Communication Protocols and Modulation Chapter 7. High-Speed Wireless System Types, Standards-Based and Proprietary Solutions Chapter 8. Propagation Modeling and Measuring Chapter 9. Indoor Networks Chapter 10. Security in Wireless Local Area Networks Chapter 11. Voice Over Wi-Fi and Other Wireless TechnologiesChapter 12. Mobile Ad Hoc NetworksChapter 13. Wireless Sensor Networks Chapter 14. Reliable Wireless Networks for Industrial Applications Chapter 15. Applications and Technologies Chapter 16. System Planning *A comprehensive overview from best-selling authors including Daniel Dobkin, Ron Olexa, and Alan Bensky*Explains the theory, concepts, design, and implementation of 802.11, 802.16, and 802.20 wireless networks the three most popular types*Includes discussion of indoor networks, signal propagation, network security, and other topics essential for designing robust, secure wireless networks The Newnes Know It All Series takes the best of what our authors have written to create hard-working desk references that will be an engineer's first port of call for key information, design techniques and rules of thumb. Guaranteed not to gather dust on a shelf!

Embedded software is present everywhere – from a garage door opener to implanted medical devices to multicore computer systems. This book covers the development and testing of embedded software from many different angles and using different programming languages. Optimization of code, and the testing of that code, are detailed to enable readers to create the best solutions on-time and on-budget. Bringing together the work of leading experts in the field, this a comprehensive reference that every embedded developer will need!

Chapter 1: Basic Embedded Programming Concepts Chapter 2: Device Drivers Chapter 3: Embedded Operating Systems Chapter 4: Networking Chapter 5: Error Handling and Debugging Chapter 6: Hardware/Software Co-Verification Chapter 7: Techniques for Embedded Media Processing Chapter 8: DSP in Embedded Systems Chapter 9: Practical Embedded Coding Techniques Chapter 10: Development Technologies and Trends

*Proven, real-world advice and guidance from such “name” authors as Tammy Noergard, Jen LaBrosse, and Keith Curtis
*Popular architectures and languages fully discussed
*Gives a comprehensive, detailed overview of the techniques and methodologies for developing effective, efficient embedded software

The Newnes Know It All Series takes the best of what our authors have written to create hard-working desk references that will be an engineer's first port of call for key information, design techniques and rules of thumb. Guaranteed not to gather dust on a shelf!

RF (radio frequency) and wireless technologies drive communication today. This technology and its applications enable wireless phones, portable device roaming, and short-range industrial and commercial application communication such as the supply chain management wonder, RFID. Up-to-date information regarding software defined RF, using frequencies smarter, and using more of the spectrum, with ultrawideband technology is detailed.
detailed.

*A 360-degree view from best-selling authors including Roberto Aiello, Bruce Fette, and Praphul Chandra
*Hot topics covered including ultrawideband and cognitive radio technologies
*The ultimate hard-working desk reference: all the essential information, techniques, and tricks of the trade in one volume The Newnes Know It All Series takes the best of what our authors have written to create hard-working desk references that will be an engineer's first port of call for key information, design techniques and rules of thumb. Guaranteed not to gather dust on a shelf!

Circuit design using microcontrollers is both a science and an art. This book covers it all. It details all of the essential theory and facts to help an engineer design a robust embedded system. Processors, memory, and the hot topic of interconnects (I/O) are completely covered. Our authors bring a wealth of experience and ideas; this is a must-own book for any embedded designer.

*A 360 degree view from best-selling authors including Jack Ganssle, Tammy Noergard, and Fred Eady
*Key facts, techniques, and applications fully detailed
*The ultimate hard-working desk reference: all the essential information, techniques, and tricks of the trade in one volume The Newnes Know It All Series takes the best of what our authors have written to create hard-working desk references that will be an engineer's first port of call for key information, design techniques and rules of thumb. Guaranteed not to gather dust on a shelf!Circuit design using microcontrollers is both a science and an art. This book covers it all. It details all of the essential theory and facts to help an engineer design a robust embedded system. Processors, memory, and the hot topic of interconnects (I/O) are completely covered. Our authors bring a wealth of experience and ideas; this is a must-own book for any embedded designer. *A 360 degree view from best-selling authors including Jack Ganssle, Tammy Noergard, and Fred Eady*Key facts, techniques, and applications fully detailed*The ultimate hard-working desk all the essential information, techniques, and tricks of the trade in one volume Provides a practical reference for PIC programmers, delivering a wide-ranging and detailed explanation of PIC microcontrollers. The authors have provided an introduction to PIC microcontrollers and information on programming PIC microcontrollers using Assembly Language, PicBasic, MBasic, and C. Includes a CD-ROM that contains a copy of MPLAB C30 compiler, MPLAB SIM software simulator, MBasic876 compiler and lots of source code