Simulation of Real Time Clock using Proteus
Software & Embedded 'C' Program
Subject: microcontroller
by:
Shravan B G
Shreyas M S
Sudarshan M kadekar
T E Jyothi theertha
Introduction to
Real Time Clock
(RTC)
A Real Time Clock (RTC) is an essential component in
embedded systems. It provides accurate time and date
information, even when the main system power is off.
Importance of RTC in
Embedded Systems
1 Precise Timing
RTCs are crucial for tasks requiring precise timing, such as scheduling
events, data logging, and process control.
2 System Operation
RTCs enable system operation without relying on external time sources.
This is critical in applications where connectivity is unreliable or
unavailable.
3 Data Integrity
RTCs ensure data integrity by providing timestamps, allowing for accurate
tracking and analysis of events.
4 User Interface
RTCs improve user experience by displaying time and date information on
embedded devices.
Overview of Proteus Software
Circuit Simulation
Proteus allows for the creation and simulation of electronic circuits using a wide
range of components.
Microcontroller Programming
Proteus offers a built-in editor for writing and debugging embedded 'C' code for
various microcontroller families.
Virtual Instruments
The software provides virtual instruments, such as oscilloscopes and logic
analyzers, for circuit analysis and debugging.
Interactive Design
Proteus enables interactive design, allowing users to test and refine circuits
before physical prototyping.
Overview of 8051
microcontroller
• 8-bit microcontroller- Developed by Intel in
1980
• Memory- 4KB on-chip program memory
(ROM)
- 128 bytes on-chip data memory
(RAM)
-64KB external memory address
space
• CPU- 8-bit ALU (Arithmetic Logic Unit)
• 8-bit and 16-bit registers
• 2 timers/counters
• 4 interrupt sourcesFeatures
• Widely used in embedded system
Setting up the Proteus
Simulation Environment
1 Install Proteus
Download and install the Proteus software from the official website.
2 Create a Project
Create a new project in Proteus, specifying the target microcontroller
and desired components.
3 Add RTC Component
Add an RTC component from the Proteus library to your circuit design.
4 Configure RTC
Configure the RTC component settings, such as clock frequency and
timekeeping mode.
Embedded 'C' Programming for RTC
Initialization Read Time/Date Set Time/Date
Write code to initialize the Implement functions to read Create functions to set the
RTC module, setting the the current time and date time and date on the RTC,
initial time and date values. from the RTC. allowing for manual
adjustments.
Conclusion and Future
Enhancements
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