The COP822C is an 8-bit microcontroller manufactured by National Semiconductor, now a part of Texas Instruments (TI). As a microcontroller, it integrates a CPU, memory, and peripherals on a single chip, making it suitable for various embedded control applications. The COP8 family was known for its cost-effectiveness and ease of use.
Applications
- Consumer electronics
- Industrial control
- Appliance control
- Remote control systems
- Security systems
Features
- 8-bit CPU core
- On-chip ROM or EPROM program memory
- On-chip RAM data memory
- Multiple I/O ports
- Timers and counters
Benefits
- Low cost solution for embedded control
- Simplified system design
- Reduced component count
- Easy to program and debug
- Compact size
The COP822C microcontroller typically features a small amount of on-chip program memory (ROM or EPROM) and RAM. Key specifications include the number of I/O pins, timer/counter capabilities, interrupt handling, and operating voltage. Detailed information regarding the memory size, I/O configuration, and electrical characteristics can be found in the official National Semiconductor (TI) datasheet for the COP822C.