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Important Instructions to examiners:

1) The answers should be examined by key words and not as word-to-word as given in themodel answer
scheme.
2) The model answer and the answer written by candidate may vary but the examiner may tryto assess the
understanding level of the candidate.
3) The language errors such as grammatical, spelling errors should not be given moreImportance (Not
applicable for subject English and Communication Skills.
4) While assessing figures, examiner may give credit for principal components indicated in thefigure. The
figures drawn by candidate and model answer may vary. The examiner may give credit for anyequivalent
figure drawn.
5) Credits may be given step wise for numerical problems. In some cases, the assumed constantvalues
may vary and there may be some difference in the candidate’s answers and model answer.
6) In case of some questions credit may be given by judgement on part of examiner of relevant answer
based on candidate’s understanding.
7) For programming language papers, credit may be given to any other program based on equivalent
concept.

Q. Sub Answers Marking

No. Q. N. Scheme

1 a) Attempt any THREE of the following: 12- Total

Marks

(i) What is multicore processor? Describe in brief. 4M

Ans: Multicore Processor: Descript

 It is an integrated circuit in which two or more processors core have been packaged ion -4M
for enhanced performance, reduced power consumption and more efficient
simultaneous multitasking.

 In multi core technology architecture, a single physical processor contains the core
logic of two or more processors and these processors are packaged into a single
integrated circuit.

 The multicore technology is mainly used for parallel computing which increases
computer speed and efficiency.

 Multiple processes are used in mobile devices, desktops, workstations and servers.

 Multicore processors will give the benefits to all software especially for
multithreaded program.

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(ii) State any four features of IDE. 4M

Ans: Features of IDE- Any four

features
1) IDE normally consists of source code editor, a compiler, build automation tools and
-4M
debugger.
(1M
2) It supports for defining a processor family and its version. each)
3) Supports a user definable assembler to support a new version or type of processor.
4) Provides multiuser environment.
5) Supports conditional and unconditional break points.
6) Provides debugger.

(iii) State four features of Zigbee. 4M

Ans: Zigbee features (any4):- Any four

 IEEE Standard 802.15.4 features
 Frequency (GHz) 0.868, 0.915, 2.4 -4M,
 Maximum bit rate (Mbps) 0.250 or 250 Kbps, low bit rate (Each
 Typical data throughput (Mbps) 0.2 feature-
1M)
 Maximum (Outdoor) Range (Meters) 10-100
 Relative Power Consumption Very low
 Battery Life Months to years
 Network Size 64,000+

(iv) Draw the labeled interfacing diagram to interface relay with 89C51 microcontroller. 4M

Ans: Correct
labeled
diagram
-4M

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b) Attempt any ONE of the following: 06- Total

Marks

(i) Draw the block diagram of an embedded system and describe the hardware units of an 6M
embedded system.

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Ans: Block
diagram
-2M

Descript
ion of
hardwar
e units-
4M

OR

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Explanation:
The embedded system consist of different components embedded into it as follows:
1) Embedded Processor
2) Power supply , reset and Oscillator circuits
3) System timers
4) Serial communication port
5) Parallel ports
6) Interrupt controller
7) Output and Input Interfacing and driver circuits
8) System application specific circuits
9) Program and Data memory

Processor:
The processor is the heart of embedded system. The selection of processor is based on the
following consideration
1. Instruction set
2. Maximum bits of operation on single arithmetic and logical operation
3. Speed
4. Algorithms processing and capability
5. Types of processor( microprocessor, microcontroller, digital signal processor, application
specific processor, general purpose processor)

Power supply, Reset, Oscillator circuit and system timers:

Power source:
Internal power supply is must. Es require from power up to power down to start time task.
Also it can run continuously that is stay “On’ system consumes total power hence efficient
real time programming by using proper ‘wait’ and ‘stop’ instruction or disable some unit
which are not in use can save or limit power consumption.
Clock / oscillator Circuits
The clock ckt is used for CPU, system timers, and CPU machine cycles clock controls the time
for executing an instruction. Clock oscillator may be internal or external .It should be highly
stable
Real time clock(RTC):
It require to maintain scheduling various tasks and for real time programming RTC also use
for driving timers, counters needs in the system.
Resets Ckts and power on reset:
Reset process starts executing various instruction from the starting address. The address is
set by the processor in the program counter. The reset step reset and runs the program in
the following way
1. System program that execute from beginning
2. System boot up program
3. System initialization program

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Serial and Parallel communication ports:

Serial communication port and parallel communication ports are used to interface serial and
parallel devices with the system and communicate between processor and devices.

Interrupt controller:
It is used to receive interrupt from various sources and resolve the priority and provides the
service to that interrupts.

Input and output interfacing and driver circuits:

Characteristics of input or output devices may be different from the processor like voltage
and current requirement to drive that specific device, hence driver circuits are needed to
drive input or output devices.

Program and Data memory:

The most microcontroller have inbuilt separate memory to store data and program.
Following are types of memories used in embedded system.

(ii) State the methods of task synchronization. Describe semaphore with suitable example. 6M

Ans: The methods of task synchronization are: State or

 Semaphore List of
 Message queue. methods
-2M
 Mutual exclusion.

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 Dead lock.
 Mailboxes.
Descript
 Message Queues. ion-3M

Semaphores: Example
 It is a system of sending message by using flags. Multiple concurrent threads of execution -1M
with an application must be able to synchronize their execution & co-ordinate mutually
exclusive access to shared resources.
 To fulfill this requirement RTOS kernel provides a semaphore object that one or more
threads of execution can acquire or release for the purpose of synchronization or mutual
exclusion. Semaphore is like a key that allows a test to carry out some operation or to
access a resource. When task acquires the semaphore, it receives an access to the resource.
 The number of times the semaphore can be acquired by the task is determined by the
resource count of a semaphore.
 A resource count is decremented by one, when a task acquires the semaphore and its
resource count is incremented by one when a task releases the semaphore.
 A kernel supports many different types of semaphores :

Binary: Binary semaphores are used for both mutual exclusion and synchronization purposes. A
binary semaphore is used to control sharing a single resource between tasks..

Counting: it is a semaphore that increments when an IPC is given by a task. It decrements when a
waiting task unblocks and starts running.

Mutex or Mutually Exclusion semaphore: In this a mutex key is used to lock the shared
resource, if it is acquired by the task, so that any other task cannot acquire until it is released.

Example of using semaphores for Synchronization:

Assume two concurrent process P1 and P2 having statements S1 and S2. We want in any case S1
should execute first. this can be achieved easily by initialize Sem=0;
In process P1
{
// Execute whatever you want to do
// before executing P2
S1;
signal(Sem);

}
in process P2
{
wait(Sem);
S2;

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Q. Sub Answers Marking

No. Q. N. Scheme

2 Attempt any FOUR of the following: 16- Total

Marks

a) Compare Harvard and Von Neuman architecture with a suitable diagram. 4M

Ans: Sr. No. Harvard architecture Von-Neumann architecture Any four

points-
1 4M
which
includes
1M for
diagram

2 Harvard architecture uses Von –Neumann architecture uses single

physically separate memories memory for their instructions and data.
for their instructions and data.

3 Requires separate and It requires single bus for instruction and

dedicated buses for instructions data
and data.

4 Design is complicated. Its design is simpler.

5 Instructions and data can be Instructions and data have to be fetched in

fetched simultaneously which sequential order which limits the operation
increases the operation speed. speed.

b) State any four ‘C’ data types with their value range. 4M

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Ans: Any four

data
Data Type Size in Bits Data Range/Usage types-
4M,
Unsigned char 8-bit 0 to 255
(Each-
Signed char 8-bit -128 to + 127 1M)

Unsigned int 16-bit 0-65535

signed int 16-bit -32768 to + 32767

sbit 1-bit SFR bit-addressable only

bit 1-bit RAM bit-addressable only

sfr 8-bit RAM addresses 80 –FFH only

c) What are the features of IEEE 802.11 wireless LAN protocol? 4M

Ans: IEEE 802.11 Any 4

 Wi-Fi follows the IEEE 802.11 standard. features
 Supports asynchronous communication. - 4M
 Provides 1 or 2 Mbps transmission in the 2.4 GHz band.
 Transmission rates of 1 and 2 Mbps.
 Provides time bound delivery service.
 Provides Multicast as well as broadcast services.
 Continuity of service within extended areas via a distribution system, such as Ethernet.
 Supports Network management services.
 Provides registration and authentication service

d) Write a program in ‘C’ language for generating triangular waveform using DAC 0808. 4M

Ans: NOTE: Program may change. Student can also use the other logic. Please check the logic Correct
and understanding of students. any amount of delay program can also be used. program
Program: -4M

#include<reg51.h>
void main(void)
{

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unsigned char d;
while(1)
{
for(d=0; d<=255; d++)
{
P1 = d;
}
for(d=255; d>=0; d--)
{
P1 = d;
}
}
}

e) State any four key specifications of RTOS. 4M

Ans: Key Specifications of RTOS: Any four

1. Reliability: The RTOS is reliable, because it is available for all time and normally it does not specifica
fail to perform any function/operation. The reliability of system also depends on the tions-
hardware board support package and application code. 4M,
2. Predictability: In RTOS, the user knows within How much time period the RTOS is going to
perform the task i.e. The RTOS has predictability. We can predict, determine how much time (Each
takes by RTOS. specifica
3. Performance: The performance of RTOS is very fast so that it can fulfill all timing tion-1M)
requirement.
4. Compactness: The RTOS provide compactness. It required less memory space for storage
and hence can be used for portable application, like cellphone, ECG machine, etc.
5. Scalability: RTOS can be used in a wide variety of embedded. They must be able to scale-
up or scale-down to suit the application.

f) Give classification of embedded systems. Explain any one. 4M

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Ans: Classific
ation-
2M and

Any one
type
detail
explanat
ion-2M

Explanation :( any two of the following) 2M

1. Stand Alone Embedded Systems
Stand-alone embedded systems do not require a host system like a computer, it works by
itself. It takes the input from the input ports either analog or digital and processes, calculates
and converts the data and gives the resulting data through the connected device-Which
either controls, drives or displays the connected devices. Examples for the stand alone
embedded systems are mp3 players, digital cameras, video game consoles, microwave ovens
and temperature measurement systems.
2. Real Time Embedded Systems
A real time embedded system is defined as, a system which gives a required o/p in a
particular time. These types of embedded systems follow the time deadlines for completion
of a task. Real time embedded systems are classified into two types such as soft and hard
real time systems.
3. Networked Embedded Systems
These types of embedded systems are related to a network to access the resources. The
connected network can be LAN, WAN or the internet. The connection can be any wired or
wireless. This type of embedded system is the fastest growing area in embedded system
applications. The embedded web server is a type of system where all embedded devices are
connected to a web server and accessed and controlled by a web browser. Example for the
LAN networked embedded system is a home security system where all sensors are
connected and run on the protocol TCP/IP.
4. Mobile Embedded Systems
Mobile embedded systems are used in portable embedded devices like cell phones, mobiles,
digital cameras, mp3 players and personal digital assistants, etc. The basic limitation of these
devices is the other resources and limitation of memory.
5. Small Scale Embedded Systems
These types of embedded systems are designed with a single 8 or 16-bit microcontroller that
may even be activated by a battery. For developing embedded software for small scale
embedded systems, the main programming tools are an editor, assembler, cross assembler
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and integrated development environment (IDE).

6. Medium Scale Embedded Systems
These types of embedded systems design with a single or 16 or 32 bit microcontroller, RISCs
or DSPs. These types of embedded systems have both hardware and software complexities.
For developing embedded software for medium scale embedded systems, the main
programming tools are C, C++, and JAVA, Visual C++, and RTOS, debugger, source code
engineering tool, simulator and IDE.
7. Sophisticated Embedded Systems
These types of embedded systems have enormous hardware and software complexities ,
that may need ASIPs, IPs, PLAs, scalable or configurable processors. They are used for cutting
edge applications that need hardware and software Co-design and components which have
to assemble in the final system.

Q. Sub Answers Marking

No. Q. N. Scheme

3 Attempt any FOUR of the following: 16- Total

Marks

a) Write 89C 51 program in ‘C’ language to toggle bits of port P1 continuously. 4M

Ans: NOTE: Program may change. Student can also use the other logic. Please check the logic (Correct
and understanding of students. any other amount of delay program can also be used. program
Program: 4M)
#include < reg 51.h>
void delay (unsigned int);
void main (void)
{
while(1) //repeat loop
{
P1=0xff; //toggle all bits of port1
delay (400); //add delay
P1=0x00; //toggle all bits of port1
delay (400); //add delay
}
}
void delay (unsigned int)
{
Unsigned int x, y;

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for(x=0; x<i ; x++)

for(y =0 ; y <1275 ; y++);
}

b) Compare CAN and I2C protocols with respect to: 4M

(i) Data transfer rate

(ii) Number of fields
(iii) Addressing bit and
(iv) Application

Ans: Sr No Parameters CAN I2C (1M

1. Data transferAsynchronous with 250 Synchronous with 3speeds each
rate Kbps up-to 1Mbps 100Kbps, 400 Kbps and 3.4Mbps point)
2. Number of 08 [including 7 bits of frame 07
fields end and 3 bits of inter
frame gap].
3. Addressing bit 11 bit 7-bit 0r 10 bit address
4. Applications Copiers, Telescopes, To interface devices like watch
Medical instruments, dog, Flash and RAM memory, Real
Elevator controllers, time clock , Microcontrollers
Automobile industry
c) What is interrupt and event handling in RTOS? Explain in brief. 4M

Ans: An interrupt is a hardware mechanism used to inform the CPU that an asynchronous event has 4M for
occurred. correct
A fundamental challenge in RTOS design is supporting interrupts and thereby allowing asynchronous explanat
access to internal RTOS data structures. The interrupt and event handling mechanism of an RTOS ion
provides the following functions:
 Defining interrupt handler
 Creation and deletion of ISR
 Referencing the state of an ISR
 Enabling and disabling of an interrupt
 Changing and referencing of an interrupt mask and help to ensure:
o Data integrity by restricting interrupts from occurring when modifying a data
structure
o Minimum interrupt latencies due to disabling of interrupts when RTOS is performing
critical operations
o Fastest possible interrupt responses that marked the preemptive performance of an
RTOS
o Shortest possible interrupt completion time with minimum overhead

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d) Give advantages and disadvantages of embedded systems. 4M

Ans: Advantages of an embedded systems (any two):- (2 M

:advanta
1. Design and Efficiency: The central processing core in embedded system is generally less ges ,
complicated, making it easier to design. The limited function required of embedded system
allows them to design to most efficiently perform their function. 2M:
disadva
2. Cost: The streamline make-up of most embedded system allows their parts to be smaller ntages)
less expensive to produce.

3. Accessibility: If something goes wrong with certain embedded systems they can be too
inaccessible to repair. This problem is addressed in the design stage, so by programming an
embedded system. So that it will not affect related system negatively when malfunctioning.

4. Maintenance: Embedded systems are easier to maintain because the supplied power is
embedded in the system and does not required remote maintenance.

Disadvantages (any two):-

1. Difficult to change configurations and features: - Once an embedded system is deployed

(or finalized), it will be difficult to change its configuration - both its hardware and software.
Remote update of software is possible provided the capability is included. Hence, proper
requirement analysis is a must before deployment. Hardware configuration change will be
much more trickier which may require existing boards be completely replaced. I have seen
this happen and it is not pretty.

2. Issue of scalability:- Because it is difficult to change configuration, an embedded system

cannot be easily scaled up as demand/scope changes. Said so, embedded systems can be
designed to scale up for example using expansion ports or networking etc. This means it
must be decided before hand during design phase for scale up provisions.

3. Limitation of hardware:- With a limited memory or computing capability in most

embedded systems, there is always a limitation (or an upper limit) on our software
design(upgrade). Be always aware of "Memory" and "Speed".

4. Applied for a specific purpose:- By definition, embedded systems are constrained in their
objectives. If it is decided to "rehash" an existing embedded system for a completely
different purpose, it will normally result in significant change(s) in either or both its
hardware or/and software

e) Write 89C51 ‘C’ program to rotate stepper motor by 900 in clockwise direction. Motor has 4M
step angle of 1.80.

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Ans: NOTE: Program may change. Student can also use the other logic. Please check the logic (correct
and understanding of students. logic 4
Step angle=1.8 degree marks)
For Four step sequence , 1.8 X 4 = 7.2 degrees
Count for four step sequence = 90/7.2=12.5
Take count as 12 , as 12 X 7.2 = 86.4 degrees , give two more steps for further 3.6 degrees

#include <reg 51.h>

void delay( );
void main(void)
{
int x;
for (x=0; x<12; x++)
{
P0=0x99;
delay(10);
P0=0xcc;
delay(10);
P0=0x66;
delay(10);
P0=0x33;
delay(10);
}
P0=0x99;
delay(10);
P0=0xcc;
delay(10);
}
void delay(unsigned int i)
{
unsigned int x,y;
for(x=0;x<=i;x++)
for(y=0;y<=1275;y++);
}

Q. Sub Answers Marking

No. Q. N. Scheme

4 a) Attempt any THREE of the following: 12- Total

Marks

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(i) Draw the format of SCON. Describe the function of each bit. 4M

Ans: (2M :
format ,
2M:Bit
explanat
ion)
SM0 SCON.7 : Serial port mode specifier
SM1 SCON.6 : Serial port mode specifier.
SM2 SCON.5 : Used for multiprocessor communication (Makeit0.)
REN SCON.4 : Set/cleared by software to enable/ disable reception.
TB8 SCON.3 : 9th bit to be transmitted in mode 2 and 3.
RB8 SCON.2 : 9th received bit in mode 2 and 3.
TI SCON.1 : Transmit interrupt flag. Set by hardware at the beginning of the stop Bit in
mode1. Must be cleared by software.
RI SCON.0 : Receive interrupt flag. Set by hardware halfway through the stop bit time in
mode 1. Must be cleared by software
(ii) Compare serial and parallel communication(any four points) 4M

Ans: ( 1M :
Sr. Parallel communication Serial communication each
no. point )
1 Group of data bits, usually 8 bits are One bit at a time is transferred serially
transferred at a time
2 It requires n- number of transmission It requires one or two lines for data
lines for n- bit data transfer
3 Speed of data transfer is fast Speed of data transfer is slow
4 Preferred for short distance Preferred for long distance communication
communication
5 Installation cost is high Installation cost is less
6 Less reliable More reliable

(iii) Describe any four design metrics of an embedded system. 4M

Ans: 1. Processor power: Selection of processor depends upon amount of processing power
and the register width required. Powerful 8bit, 16 bit , 32 bit & 64bit processors are
available . The clock speed and memory addressing capability is also measure of
processor power. Powerful DSPs are available for real time analysis of audio and ( 1M
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video signals each )

2. Memory: Designer has to make an estimate for memory requirement and must make
provision for expansion. There are different types of memories in a system ,like
RAM, ROM , EEPROM etc. Flash memories are used in embedded system , hence
operating systems can be ported in target hardware system.
3. Reliability: It is the ability that a system will not fail. The ability of system to work
properly in all situations without human intervention is called reliability.
4. Safety: It is the probability that system will not cause harm.
5. NRE cost (Non-Recurring Engineering cost): It is the one-time monetary cost of
designing the system. Once system is designed any number of units can be
manufactured without incurring any additional design cost.
6. Unit cost: The monetary cost of manufacturing each copy of the system, excluding
NRE cost
7. Size: It is measured in terms of the physical space required by the system , memory
required in bytes for software and number of gates, transistors in hardware
8. Performance: instruction execution time in the system measures performance.
Smaller execution time means higher performance
9. Power : The amount of power consumed by the system which may determine
lifetime of battery , or cooling requirement s of the IC , since more power means
more heat
10. Flexibility: The ability to change the functionality of the system without incurring
heavy NRE cost. Most of the system flexibility is provided by system software
11. Time-to-prototype: The time needed to build a working version of the system, which
may be bigger or more expensive than final system implementation , but can be used
to verify system’s usefulness and correctness and to refine systems functionality
12. Time-to-market: The time required to develop a system to the point that it can be
released and sold to customers. The revenue generated in embedded system
depends upon this time.
13. Maintainability: The ability to modify the system after its initial release, especially by
designers who did not originally design the system
14. Correctness: The implemented system should work functionally correct. To achieve
this functionality of the system is checked throughout the designing process .
15. Operating system: In desktop the selection of O.S. is limited. In embedded system , a
variety of operating systems are Available which can be ported into embedded
system. Operating systems like Embedded OS, real Time OS (RTOS) ,and mobile OS ,
occupy less area in memory than desktop OS. For real time applications RTOS should
be used. Also many open source operating systems are available.

(iv) Compare RTOS with desktop operating system(any four points) 4M

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Ans: ( 1M
Sr.no Desktop O.S. RTOS each
. point)
1. Does not have deterministic time It has deterministic time response
response
2. Generalized kernel Real time kernel
3. There is no task deadline There is task deadline in RTOS
4. Memory required depends on Memory required( footprint) is less
version
5. Applications are compiled Applications are compiled and linked
separately from O.S. together with RTOS
6. It is used in general desktop It is used in embedded systems
computer
7. It is less reliable It is more reliable
8. e.g. Windows, Linux e.g. RTLinux, VXWorks, Micro C / OSII

b) Attempt any ONE of the following: 06- Total

Marks

(i) Write ‘C’ program to generate frequency of 2.5 KHz on P2.7 . Use timer 1 in mode 2 to 6M
generate the delay.(fosc = 12 mHz)

Note: fosc should be in MHz, it seems to be typing mistake in question as mHz. So if Calculati
students have done the calculation with mHz, marks must be given for correct logic. ons ---
2Marks,
Calculations: Program
Crystal value = 12 MHz. --- 4
Frequency = 2.5khz Marks
Therefore Time period T = 1 /2.5KHZ = 0.4 ms
Therefore Required time delay = 0.4ms / 2 = 0.2 ms =200usec.
Required time delay = ( 12 / Fosc ) x number of increments (N)
200us = ( 12 / 12MHZ ) x number of increments (N)
200us = 1 usec. x N
N = 200
Using TIMER 1 in MODE 2,
COUNT = 28 - N
COUNT = 256 – 200 = 56= 38H
Therefore TH1 = 0X 38

#include <reg51. h>

sbit SQR=P2^7;
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void main(void)
{
TMOD=0x20;//timer1 mode2
TH1=0X38 ; // Load count
TR1=1; // start timer1
while (1) // repeat forever
{
while (TF1= = 0) ; // wait for Timer to overflow
SQR = ~ SQR ; // toggle bit P2^7
TF1=0; // clear TF1
} // end of while
} // end of main
(ii) Draw the labeled diagram of LCD interface with 89C 51. Write a program in ‘C’ language to 6M
display “WELCOME” on LCD.

Ans: (
Note: Student may use any other method interfaci
ng
diagram
: 02M,
program
: 04M )

PROGRAM:
#include <reg 51.h>
Sbit rs=P3^4;
Sbit rw=P3^2;
sbit en=P3^3;
void delay(unsigned int);
void lcdcmd(unsigned char);
void lcddta(unsigned char);
void main( void )
{
rs=0;
rw=0;
en=0;
lcdcmd(0x38);
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delay(10);
lcdcmd(0x0e);
delay(10);
lcdcmd(0x06);
delay(10);
lcdcmd(0x01);
delay(10);
lcdcmd(0x80);
delay(10);
lcddta('W');
delay(10);
lcddta('E');
delay(10);
lcddta('L');
delay(10);
lcddta('C');
delay(10);
lcddta('O');
delay(10);
lcddta('M');
delay(10);
lcddta('E’);
delay(10);
while(1) ;
}
}
void lcddta(unsigned char dta)
{
rs=1;
rw=0;
P1=dta;
en=1;
delay(2);
en=0;
}
void lcdcmd(unsigned char cmd)
{
rs=0;
rw=0;
P1=cmd;
en=1;
delay(2);
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en=0;
}
void delay(unsigned int t)
{
Unsigned in tx,y;
for(x=0;x<=t;x++)
for(y=0;y<=1275;y++);
}

Q. Sub Answers Marking

No. Q. N. Scheme

5. Attempt any FOUR of the following: 16- Total

Marks

a) Write 89C51 ‘C’ program to transfer character ‘MSBTE’ serially at 9600 baud rate 4M
continuously , use 8 bit data and 1 stop bit. Assume crystal frequency of 11.0592 MHz.

Ans: NOTE: Program may change. Student can also use the other logic. Please check the logic 4M for
and understanding of students. correct
program
#include <reg51.h>
void main(void)
{
unsigned char text[ ] = “MSBTE”; //initialize array
TMOD = 0x20; //Initialize timer 1 in mode 2
TH1 = 0xFD; //baud rate 9600
SCON = 0x50; //start serial communication ( 8bit , 1 stop
bit , REN )

TR1 = 1; //start timer 1

for(i=0; i<6; i++) //Read array and transmit serially till end
{
SBUF = text[i];
while(TI==0); //check interrupt
TI = 0; //clear interrupt
}
}

b) Describe the need of RS-232 and MAX-232 with a suitable diagram. 4M

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Ans: Need of RS232: 2M -RS-

232
 RS-232 is a standard by which two serial devices communicate (recommended
standard) 2M -
MAX
 The RS-232 interface is the Electronic Industries Association (EIA) standard for the 232
interchange of serial binary data between two devices.
(1M for
 It was initially developed by the EIA to standardize the connection of computers with any two
needs &
telephone line modems
1M for
 The connection must not be longer than 50 feet. (15 m) diagram
each)
 The standard defined voltage levels made it immune to noise disturbances and
reduced the error in data exchange.

 The maximum slew rate in RS232 is limited to 30V/µs. Also, a maximum bit rate of 20
Kbps is also defined. These limitations of the standard help in reducing the cross –
talk with adjacent signals.

Need of MAX 232:

 A line driver such as the MAX232 chip is required to convert RS232 voltage levels to
TTL levels, and vice versa.

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 8051 has two pins that are used specifically for transferring and receiving data
serially.
 These two pins are called TxD and RxD and are part of the port 3 group (P3.0 and
P3.1).
 These pins are TTL compatible; therefore, they require a line driver to make them
RS232 compatible.
 We need a line driver (voltage converter) to convert the R232’s signals to TTL voltage
levels that will be acceptable to 8051’s TxD and RxD pins.

c) Draw labeled interfacing diagram of ADC 0808 with 89C51 microcontroller. 4M

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Ans: Correct
drawing
-4M

d) Describe round robin scheduling algorithm with suitable example. 4M

Ans: • Each process gets a small unit of CPU time (time quantum), usually 10-100 2M
milliseconds. After this time has elapsed, the process is preempted and added to the explain
end of the ready queue.
2M
• If there are n processes in the ready queue (as a FIFO) and the time quantum is q, example
then each process gets 1/n of the CPU time in chunks of at most q time units at once.
No process waits more than (n-1)q time units.

• Performance

– q large

•  FIFO

• Some process will release its execution voluntarily

– q small

•  q must be large with respect to context switch, otherwise overhead

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is too high

Example:

Process Burst time

P1 53

P2 17

P3 68

P4 24

• The Gantt chart is:

• Typically, higher average turnaround than SJF, but better response

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e) List the software development tools used in an embedded system and state the functions 4M
of any two.

Ans: Software development tools: List 2M

• Compiler 1M each
for any 2
• Cross assembler

• Cross compiler

• Locators

• Loaders

• Simulators

• Debugger

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• Integrated development environment (IDE).

The function of

1) Compiler: - It is a computer program that transforms the source code written in a

programming or source language into another computer language i.e. target language
i.e. binary code known as object code.
2) Cross assembler: It is useful to convert object codes for microcontrollers or processor to
other codes for another microcontrollers or processor and vice versa.
3) Cross compiler: It is used to create executable code other than one on which the
compiler is run. They are used to generate executable for embedded systems or multiple
platforms.
4) Linker/Locator: It is used for relocation process. It is done during compilation also it can
be done at run time by a relocating loader. It is a program that takes one or more
objects generated by compiler and combines them into a single executable program.
5) Simulators: A simulator is the s/w that simulates an h/w unit like emulator, peripheral,
network and I/O devices on a PC. It defines a processor or processing device as well as
various versions for the target system. Monitors the detailed information of as source
code part with labels and symbols during the execution for each single step. Provides
the detailed information of the status of memory RAM and simulated ports, simulated
peripheral devices of the defined target system.
6) Debugger: - Allows you to download your code to the emulator's memory and the
control all of the functions of the emulator from a PC. Common debugging features
include the capability to examine and modify the microcontroller's on chip registers,
data- and program-memory; pausing or stopping program executing at defined program
locations by setting breakpoints; single-stepping (execute one instruction at a time)
through the code and looking at a history of executed code (trace).
7) Integrated Development Environment (IDE):- An IDE is a software application that
provides comprehensive facilities to computer programmers for software development.
An IDE consists of:
 A source code editor.
 A compiler and or interpreter.
 Build automation tools
 A debugger.

IDE is dedicated to a specific programming language, allowing a feature set that most
closely matches the programming paradigms [model] of the language. IDE’s typically present
a single program in which all development is done. This program typically provides many
features for authoring, modifying, compiling, deploying, and debugging software.

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f) Draw and explain the interfacing of DC motor with 89C51 microcontroller. 4M

Ans: 2M
Interfaci
ng

2M
explanat
ion

Explanation:

 The maximum current which can be sunk from 89C51 is upto 15mA at 5V.
 But DC motor needs more current depending on its type. Hence DC motor cannot be
connected directly to the microcontroller.
 L293D motor driver stops the back emf produced by the motor from affecting the
microcontroller.
 Port pins P1.0 and P1.1 are connected to the input pins 2 and 7 of L293D motor driver.
 The output pins of the L293D ,pin 3 and 6 are connected to the DC motor.
 Direction of the rotation of the motor can be changed by inverting the output terminals

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Q. Sub Answers Marking

No. Q. N. Scheme

6. Attempt any FOUR of the following: 16- Total

Marks

a) What is function of JTAG port? Explain in brief. 4M

Ans: • The functionality usually offered by JTAG is Debug Access and Boundary Scan: 4M
Explanat
• Debug Access is used by debugger tools to access the internals of a chip making its ion
resources and functionality available and modifiable,

e.g. registers, memories and the system state.

• Boundary Scan is used by hardware test tools to test the physical connection of a device,
e.g. on a PC.

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• The DTAB (Debug and Test Access Block) is implemented on the target chip as a
“passive” device that never sends data without request.

• The DTAB mainly consists of the following:

• The TAP (Test Access Port) with its physical connections (signals) to the
external world.

• The TAP Controller (a 16-state state machine).

• One IR (Instruction Register)

• and several DRs (Data Registers).

• The Debug Bus for communication with the on-chip debug logic.

• The TAP defines the interface between the DTAB and the debug tool.

• The IEEE standard defines the following TAP signals, used for the serial
communication and driving the TAP controller

• TDI : Test Data In : serial data from debugger to target

• TDO : Test Data Out : serial data from target to debugger

• TCK : Test Clock

• TMS: Test Mode: Select controls the TAP controller state transitions

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• TRST: Test Reset optional: resets the TAP controller

b) State any four features of Bluetooth technology. 4M

Ans: Features: 1M each

• Short range Radio Frequency at 2.4 GHz

• Point-to-point or point-to-multiple points

• Voice and Data

• Transmit through walls up to 10m

• Supports both synchronous and asynchronous services

• Bluetooth 1.x supports data rate up to 1Mbps.

• Bluetooth 2.0 enhanced maximum data rate of 3Mbps over 100m.

• Bluetooth devices use a protocol called (FHSS) Frequency-Hopping Spread Spectrum

.

c) Draw the interfacing diagram of 4 x 4 matrix keyboard with 89C51 microcontroller. Draw 4M
the flowchart for detection and identification of key activation.

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Ans: 2M
Diagram

2M
Flowcha
rt

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d) Write program for 89C51 microcontroller in ‘C’ language to mask the lower four bits of P0 4M
and upper four bits of P1. Combine both ports and output result on port 2.

Ans: #include<reg51.h> Correct

Void main() program
{ -4M
Unsigned char a,b;
a=P0&0xF0; //masking lower 4 bits
b=P1&0x0F; // masking upper 4 bits
P2=a+b;
While(1);
}
(For any other logic marks can be given)
e) Draw interfacing diagram of stepper motor with 89C51 microcontroller. 4M

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Ans: Correct
drawing
4M

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