Embedded Computing and Mechatronics with the PIC32 Microcontroller

This book provides a logical and succinct introduction to Microchip's PIC32, bringing together key information from Microchip's PIC 32 and MIPS reference manuals and documentation, providing an integrated introduction to PIC32 hardware and software. The book is self-contained and will train you to use the Microchip documentation, allowing better "life-long learning of the PIC32. In addition, this book covers information which can be found in the PIC32 Family Reference Manual, Data Sheets, MPLAB XC32 C Compiler Guides, MPLAB Assembler and Linker Guide, Microchip software libraries and the MIPS32 Manuals, making this an ideal reference for anyone wanting to learn more about the PIC32. Although there is a strong focus on PIC32, each chapter has a summary of the differences with other PIC32 families (1xx/2xx and 3xx/4xx/5xx) and how the material of each chapter can be adapted for other models, so that you can apply the information in this book to nearly all PIC32s. To support a 'learn- by- doing approach', there are examples throughout the book and exercises at the end of each chapter. You will learn: . How to get up and running with the PIC 32 . The PIC32's latest developments, including MPLAB X, the XC32 compiler, and the new PIC32 1xx/2xx series . The fundamentals and peripherals of the software and its relationship with the hardware for successful programming . A Quickstart to enable the user to develop programs within minutes of installing the software. . An exploration of memory- and time-efficient programming of the PIC32 . Using the PIC32 to develop mechatronics projects, including sensor interfacing, digital signal processing, brushed DC motor control, brushless motor control, stepper motor control, and RC servo motor control. . A practical introduction to C in an appendix . An accompanying website contains the software in the book for downloading.