ZBasic Language Reference
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ZBasic Microcontrollers
Recommended ZX-32 Serial Interface Circuit
The pullup resistor shown on the ZX’s Com1 transmit output (pin 31) is needed to ensure that the serial
output line stays in the idle state during reset cycles. Its value is non-critical – anything from 4.7K to 22K
should work fine. The pullup resistor on the reset input isn’t technically required since the chip itself has
an internal pullup. The external pullup could be eliminated or could be made larger if desired.
There are other serial interface circuits that would provide the required functionality, two of which are
shown below. Both alternate circuits use the same ATN circuitry as the recommended circuit above.
Alternate Serial Interface Circuit #1
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