eZ8 CPU
User Manual
UM012811-0904
Manual
Objectives
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Manual Objectives
This user manual describes the architecture and instruction set of the eZ8 CPU.
About This Manual
ZiLOG recommends that the user read and understand everything in this manual before
setting up and using the product. However, we recognize that there are different styles of
learning. Therefore, we have designed this manual to be used either as a
how to
procedural
manual or a reference guide to important data.
Intended Audience
This document is written for ZiLOG customers who are experienced at working with
microprocessors or in writing assembly code or compilers.
Manual Organization
The User Manual is divided into ten sections; each section details a specific topic about
the product.
Presents an overview of the eZ8 CPU’s features and benefits, and a description of its
architecture.
Provides information for users who are familiar with programming ZiLOG’s classic Z8
®
CPU or who are planning to use existing Z8
®
code with the eZ8 CPU.
Describes the three address spaces accessible by the eZ8 CPU - Register File, Program
Memory, and Data Memory.