PIC Question - Talking to the Computer

[jmpeer]

What is the most practical way to have a PIC based circuit communicate with a computer?

And what are the strengths, weaknesses, or limitations of using USB with PIC based circuits to communicate?

Thanks in advanced ^_-

 

[seadolphine2000]

The easiest way for a PIC to communicate with computer is the UART protocol. Because, you need only two wires and, that's it.

For more information, search the older topics.

 

[siongboon]

Using USB.

Communication distance is limited.
USB is easy for the use, and is now easily available on new computers.
USB needs a relatively more skill & knowledge to implement.

Best Regards,
Siong Boon

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[haker_fox]

What is the most practical way to have a PIC based circuit communicate with a computer?

It depends on which PIC is used. Unfortunately I don't use the family. But I know that PIC16XXXX have USART as a serial interface. New PIC18XXXX and others have USB. You only need to choose any proper for you.