The PIC16C74A-04/P is an IC (Integrated Circuit) component manufactured by Microchip Technology. It is a microcontroller that belongs to the PIC16 family of microcontrollers. This IC is widely used in various applications that require low-power operation and high-performance computing. It offers numerous features that make it a popular choice among embedded systems designers. Here are some key features of the PIC16C74A-04/P:
1. Architecture: The PIC16C74A-04/P utilizes a RISC (Reduced Instruction Set Computer) architecture. This architecture enhances the operation speed and efficiency of the microcontroller.
2. Processor: The microcontroller is equipped with an 8-bit CPU, provided with 33 instructions. It offers a wide range of versatile data movement and manipulation capabilities.
3. Memory: The PIC16C74A-04/P includes 8KB of on-chip program memory (ROM) that facilitates storing and executing program instructions. It also incorporates 368 bytes of RAM, which is used for data storage during program execution.
4. I/O Pins: The microcontroller features a total of 33 input/output pins. These pins can be individually configured to function as either digital input or output pins, allowing it to interface with various external devices and circuits.
5. Timers and Counters: The PIC16C74A-04/P possesses three timers/counters that provide precise timing and counting capabilities
