Tip - UART Protocol

UART is the backbone of most serial applications from my experience. Its fast, and very easy to use, especially when used in conjunction with a higher language compiler such as Swordfish.

UART is the acronym for universal asynchronous receiver/transmitter. Many modern ICs now come with a UART that can also communicate synchronously; these devices are called USARTs.

This method of data transfer relies on data being transmitted in the form of voltage swings at a known baud (bits per second). Both the Master and Slave devices must know what the baud is or else the reception of the data will be corrupted if not possible at all.

UART is the primary method of communication between your Personal Computer (PC) and your PIC micro. For more information regarding UART have a look at some of the tutorials listed above.

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