This PIC16F877 microcontroller tutorial answers the question,
â How to use timer1 of PIC16F877 and how to handle its interrupts? â
Using PIC16 simulator (Proteus) you can verify this PIC timer1 code and change it according to your needs. This code is written in C language using MPLAB with HI-TECH C compiler. You can download this code from the âDownloadsâ section at the bottom of this page.
It is assumed that you know how to blink an LED with PIC16F877 microcontroller. If you donât then please read this page first, before proceeding with this article.
The following diagram (made in Proteus) shows the PIC microcontroller circuit diagram.
In this circuit, PIC16F877 is running on external crystal of 20MHz value. RB0 pin is toggled every time timer1 expires and executes itâs ISR[1]Â code. In the above figure, it is clear that after approximately every 13msec, RB0 pin is toggled i-e timer1 expires. You can easily change this value in the code.
Code
The main function code is shown below.
Downloads
Timer1 code for PIC16F877 was compiled in MPLAB v8.85 with HI-TECH C v9.83 compiler and simulation was made in Proteus v7.10. To download code and Proteus simulation click here.
For more detail: PIC16F877 timer1 code and Proteus simulation
About The Author
Ibrar Ayyub
I am an experienced technical writer with a Master's degree in computer science from BZU Multan University. I have written for various industries, mainly home automation, and engineering. I have a clear and simple writing style and am skilled in using infographics and diagrams. I am a great researcher and is able to present information in a well-organized and logical manner.