The button S3 on Explorer 16 board is connected to a pin of the Microcontroller. Mention the names, number of that pin, and the purpose of that pins.
To determine the specific pin on the Microcontroller to which button S3 on the Explorer 16 board is connected, we need to refer to the documentation or datasheet of the Microcontroller used on the board. Without knowing the specific Microcontroller model, we cannot provide you with accurate information regarding the pin names, numbers, and purposes.
Please provide the model number or any additional information about the Microcontroller, so we can assist you better in finding the details about the S3 button connection.
On the Explorer 16 board, the button S3 is connected to the microcontroller PIC24FJ128GA010. The pin connected to S3 is Pin 100, also known as RB5 (Port B, Bit 5) or AN9 (Analog Input 9).
The purpose of Pin RB5/AN9 is configurable and can be set to serve multiple functions based on the program running on the microcontroller. Some possible purposes of this pin could be:
1. General-purpose input/output (GPIO) pin: This pin can be used as a digital input or output to connect and communicate with external devices.
2. Interrupt pin: It can be configured to generate interrupts when it senses a specific condition, allowing the microcontroller to respond to various events or stimuli.
3. Analog input pin: This pin can be used to read analog values from sensors or other components that provide analog signals. In this case, it would function as AN9, an analog input specifically.
4. Other specialized functions: Depending on the specific microcontroller program, this pin may have other specific purposes or functions defined by the programmer.
To find the specific pin connected to button S3 on the Explorer 16 board, we need to refer to the Microcontroller's datasheet or user manual. The Explorer 16 board typically uses a Microchip PIC24 or dsPIC33 microcontroller.
Here's the general process to find the required information:
1. Identify the exact model number of the microcontroller used on your Explorer 16 board. Look for a marking on the microcontroller itself or consult the board's documentation for this information.
2. Once you have the model number, visit the manufacturer's website (Microchip's website in this case) and search for the datasheet or user manual for that specific microcontroller model.
3. In the datasheet or user manual, look for the pinout diagram or pin configuration section. This typically provides a detailed list of pins along with their names, numbers, and functions.
4. Locate the pinout diagram for the microcontroller, and find the pin corresponding to button S3 on the Explorer 16 board. The pin may be labeled with a specific function, such as GPIO (General Purpose Input/Output) or as a dedicated button input.
Please note that the exact pin number and function will depend on the specific microcontroller used on your Explorer 16 board. Following the steps above, you can obtain the most accurate and up-to-date information for your particular setup.