Primer Textbooks

Single Board Computers
Microprocessor Training Systems
Custom Engineering & Manufacturing

These text books are used in colleges and universities around the world to teach microprocessor architecture, programming, and applications based on the 8085. In these editions, the author uses EMAC’s Primer Trainer as a sample 8085 system for learning and applying microprocessor knowledge.

The combination of the high-quality of the Primer Trainer, its extensive training manuals, and these new publications, makes the Primer Trainer the very best choice for schools and individuals when selecting a microprocessor training tool.

The EMAC Primer Trainer, is featured in the text book titled "Microprocessor Architecture, Programming, and Applications with the 8085" fifth edition, by Ramesh S. Gaonkar, published by Prentice Hall 2008.
(ISBN #: 0-13-019570-7).

The first of its kind to offer an integrated treatment of both the hardware and software aspects of the microprocessor, this comprehensive and thoroughly updated text focuses on the 8085 microprocessor family to teach the basic concepts underlying programmable devices. Providing a sound pedagogy - from basic concepts to applications - it fully prepares students to apply concepts learned to other microprocessors in higher level courses or to a variety of situations they may encounter in their future jobs.

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The EMAC Primer Trainer, is also featured in the text book titled "Digital and Microprocessor Fundamentals" fourth edition, by William Kleitz, published by Prentice Hall 2008.
(ISBN #: 0-13-093217-5).

Focusing on the “must know” essentials, this text provides single-volume coverage of the fundamentals of both digital electronics and microprocessors—helping students become proficient at both hardware and software principles. It uses a simple, easy-to-understand writing style, an abundance of clearly explained examples, and nearly 1,000 illustrations to explore practical applications and problems using industry-standard ICs, circuits, and schematics that students will encounter on the job.

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The EMAC Primer Trainer, is highlighted this older edition titled "Microprocessor Architecture, Programming, and Applications with the 8085" Fourth Edition, by Ramesh S. Gaonkar, published by Prentice Hall 1998
(ISBN #: 0-13-901257-5).

This text offers a comprehensive, integrated treatment of both the hardware and software aspects of the microprocessor, focusing on the 8085 microprocessor family to teach the basic concepts underlying programmable devices. It does not assume any background in programming.

This older text is a great alternative for individuals who are learning microprocessor architecture but have a limited budget.

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Primer Manuals:

Self Instruction Manual (355KB)

Application Manual (423KB)

Assembly Manual (491KB)